Poulan Pro 545186849 Instruction Manual page 18

CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:
Keep others away when
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer
head or any optional attachment will be spin-
ning during most of this procedure. Wear your
protective equipment and observe all safety
precautions. After making adjustments, the
trimmer head or any optional attachment
must not move/spin at idle speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you
notice any of the following conditions:
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is
released.
S The trimmer head or
attachment moves/spins at idle.
Make adjustments with the unit supported so
the cutting attachment is off the ground and
will not make contact with any object.
Hold the unit by hand while running and mak-
ing adjustments. Keep all parts of your body
away from the cutting attachment and muffler.
To adjust idle speed:
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine
runs without trimmer head or any optional at-
tachment moving or spinning (idle too fast) or
engine stalling (idle speed too slow).
WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-
porting.
S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if
it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
S Check entire unit for loose screws or nuts.
Replace any damaged, worn or broken parts.
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Inspect the blade shield area and clean any
dirt, grass, leaves, or debris that has col-
lected. Inspect the blade and blade shield; re-
place a blade that is bent, warped, cracked,
broken or damaged in any other way.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
S Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of
the blade; wrap it in heavy paper or cloth.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see message la-
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-
sohol in your engine.
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase
engine speed if engine stalls or dies.
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to
decrease engine speed if trimmer head or any
optional attachment moves or spins at idle.
WARNING:
after each adjustment. The trimmer head or
any optional attachment must not move or
spin at idle speed to avoid serious injury to the
operator or others.
any optional
If you require further assistance or are unsure
about performing this procedure, contact an
authorized
1- -800- -554- -6723.
STORAGE
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline
in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol-
low the mix instructions found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer.
ENGINE
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of
40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-
mended type and heat range.
S Clean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
OTHER
S Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
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Recheck the idle speed
Idle Speed Screw
Air Filter Cover
service dealer or call
HELPFUL TIP
During storage of your gas/
oil mixture, the oil will sepa-
rate from the gas.
We recommend that you
shake the gas can weekly
to insure proper blending of
the gas and oil.