Troubleshooting - Poulan Pro 3450 Instruction Manual

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STORAGE
WARNING:
Stop engine and allow to
cool, and secure the unit before storing or
transporting in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel
in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach
sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
Store unit with all guards in place. Position so
that any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out
of reach of children.
• Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
• Clean the unit before storing. Pay particu-
lar attention to the air intake area, keeping
it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and
sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.
• Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
CAUTION: It is important to prevent gum
deposits from forming in essential fuel sys-
tem parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alco-
hol blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to fuel mixture separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas
can damage the engine.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Carl 1-800-554-6723.
NEED A SERVICE PART?
Contact your dealer.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING:
Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not • Ignition switch off. • Move ignition switch to ON.
start or will run • Engine flooded. • See "Difficult Starting" in
only a few Operation Section.
seconds after • Fuel tank empty. • Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
starting. • Spark plug not firing. • Install new spark plug.
• Fuel not reaching • Checkfordirtyfuelfilter; replace.
carburetor. Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Engine will • Carburetor requires • Contact an authorized service dealer.
not idle adjustment
properly. • Crankshaft seals worn. • Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine will not • Air filter dirty. • Clean or replace air filter.
accelerate, • Spark plug fouled. • Clean or replace plug
lacks power, and regap.
or dies under • Carburetor requires • Contact an authorized service dealer.
a load. adjustment.
Engine • Too much oil mixed with • Empty fuel tank and refill with
smokes gasoline, correct fuel mixture.
excessively.
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