Poulan Pro PP2822 Instruction Manual page 6

5.Move t hechoke l ever to theHALF
CHOKE position.
6.Pull starter rope s harply until engine
starts.
NOTE: Ifthe engine doesn't start after 6pulls
(at the HALF CHOKE position), check toma-
ke sure the ON/OFF switch is inthe ON posi-
tion. Move the choke lever tothe FULL CH-
OKE p osition andpress theprimer bulb 6 tim-
es; p ul! the starter rope 2 more times.
Move the choke lever tothe HALF CHOKE
position and p ull the starter rope u ntil the
engine runs, but no more than 6 more pulls.
Ifthe engine still doesn't start, itisprobably
flooded. Proceed toSTARTING AFLOOD-
ED ENGINE.
7.Once the e ngine starts, allow engine torun
10 to30 seconds, then p ull trigger toop-
erate. Choke lever will automatically move
toRUN p osition.
NOTE: Ifengine dies w ith t he choke lever
inthe RUN p osition, move the
choke lever tothe HALF CHOKE position
and pull the rope u ntil the engine runs, but
no more than 6 pulls.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON posi-
tion.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
3. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
4. Putl starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 5 pulls.
5. Once the engine starts, allow engine to
run 10 seconds, then pull trigger to
operate. Choke lever will automatically
move to RUN position
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull start-
er rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not
run, it is probably flooded. Proceed to STAR-
TING A FLOODED ENGINE.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by placing
the ON/OFF switch in the ON position and the
choke lever in the RUN )osition;
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of excess
fuel. Starting could require pulling the starter
rope many times depending on how badly the
unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn't start, refer
to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.
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Dt, WARNING: Ensure ON/OFF switch
is in the OFF position and disconnect the
spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL
IMPORTANT: Have all
/jlFm_,_ repairs other than the rec-
I_" I_p _ ommended maintenance
_VI_ J,J] described in the instruction
|_ manual performed by an
v authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work on the
product, Poulan PRO may not pay for
repairs under warranty. It is your re-
sponsibility to maintain and perform
general maintenance.
• ON/OFF Switch - Ensure ON/OFF switch
functions properly by moving the switch to the
OFF position. Make sure engine stops; then
restart engine and continue.
• Fuel Tank - Do not use unit if fuel tank shows
signs of damage or leaks.
• Gearbox - Do not use if the gearbox shows
signs of damage or leaks. After 50 hours of
use, we recommend that your gearbox be
serviced by an authorized service dealer.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
• Before and after each use, inspect com-
plete unit for loose or damaged parts. After
each use, clean the unit and labels using a
damp cloth with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-
ments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
° Spark Plug Boot
° Air Filter
° Housing Screws
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
Air Filter
Air Filter
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