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TROUBLE

CAUSE

REMEDY

Engine will not

start.

1. Engine flooded.

2. Fuel tank empty.

3. Spark plug not firing.

4. Fuel not reaching

carburetor.

5. Compression low.

1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine”

in Operation section.

2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

3. Install new spark plug.

4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

Check for kinked or split fuel line;

repair or replace.

5. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine will not

idle properly.

1. Fuel not reaching

carburetor.

2. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

3. Crankshaft seals worn.

4. Compression low.

1. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

Check for kinked or split fuel line;

repair or replace.

2. See “Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment”

in Service and Adjustments Section.

3. Contact an authorized service dealer

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

1. Air filter dirty.

2. Fuel not reaching

carburetor.

3. Spark plug fouled.

4. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

5. Carbon build up.

6. Compression low.

Engine will not

accelerate,

lacks power, or

dies under a

load.

1. Clean or replace air filter.

2. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

Check for kinked or split fuel line;

repair or replace.

3. Clean or replace spark plug

and re-gap.

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

5. Contact an authorized service dealer.

6. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine smokes

excessively.

1. Choke partially on.

2. Fuel mixture incorrect.

3. Air filter dirty.

4. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

1. Adjust choke.

2. Empty fuel tank and refill with

correct fuel mixture.

3. Clean or replace air filter.

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine runs hot.

1. Fuel mixture incorrect.

2. Spark plug incorrect.

3. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

4. Carbon build up.

1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation

section.

2. Replace with correct spark plug.

3. Contact an authorized service dealer.

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

WARNING:

Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of the

recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit.

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Страница 1: ...es and Operating Instructions before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury ADVERTENCIA Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves AVERTISSEMENT Veuillez lire le manuel d instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité Tout défaut de...

Страница 2: ...n by standers and animals away from work area a mini mum of 30 feet 10 meters when starting or operating unit Do not point blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets WARNING Stop the engine before opening the vacuum inlet door The engine must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating blades Gently tilt the handle of the screwdriver toward ...

Страница 3: ...or best results during vacuum use operate your unit at high speed D Move slowly back and forth over the mate rial as you vacuum Avoid forcing the unit intoapileofdebris as this canclog theunit D Keep the vacuum tube about an inch above the ground for best results PLAN AHEAD D Always wear eye protection when operat ing servicing or performing maintenance on unit Wearing eye protection will help to ...

Страница 4: ...se damage to the unit D Never use for spreading chemicals fertiliz ers orother substances which may contain toxic materials D To avoid spreading fire do not use near leaf or brush fires fireplaces barbecue pits ashtrays etc D Use only for jobs explained in this manual MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY WARNING Disconnect spark plug be fore performing maintenance except for carbu retor adjustments D Have ...

Страница 5: ... When the upper and lower blower tubes are assembled together properly the arrows on both tubes will be aligned 6 To remove the tubes turn the knob coun terclockwise to loosen the tubes remove the tubes HIGH SPEED NOZZLE ASSEMBLY When greater air speed is desired use the high speed nozzle 1 Align the slots on the nozzle with the tabs on the lower blower tube High Speed Nozzle Tab Slot Lower Blower...

Страница 6: ...m tube HOW TO CONVERT UNIT FROM VACUUM USE TO BLOWER USE WARNING While blowing debris hold the unit with the muffler side facing away from your body and clothes see OPERATING POSITION 1 Remove the elbow tube and vacuum bag by turning the knob counterclockwise to loosen the elbow tube 2 Remove the vacuum tubes by turning the tubes clockwise 3 Close the vacuum inlet cover and make sure it is latched...

Страница 7: ...o aid in starting Activate the starting system by moving the start lever to the START position DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine has started and runs After the engine starts allow the engine to warm up 10 15 seconds then fully squeeze the throttle trigger to deactivate the starting system OPERATING TIPS WARNING While vacuuming or blowing debris hold the unit with the muffler sid...

Страница 8: ...ore fueling your unit CAUTION Never use straight gasoline in your unit This will cause permanent engine damage and void the limited warranty FUEL REQUIREMENTS This engine requires the use of minimum 87 octane R M 2 clean gasoline IMPORTANT Use of alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can cause major engine performance and durability problems WARNING Alternative fuels no...

Страница 9: ...own on the unit STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by moving the start lever to the RUN position and fully squeezing the throttle trigger Pull the starter handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger until engine starts and runs This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded If the unit still doesn t start refer to th...

Страница 10: ...illustration Remove air filter NOTE Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent Doing so can create a fire hazard or produce harmful evaporative emis sions 3 Wash the filter in soap and water 4 Allow filter to dry 5 Apply a few drops of oil to the filter squeeze filter to distribute oil 6 Replace parts REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easie...

Страница 11: ... will not be used for 30 days or more If your unit is to be stored for a period of time S Clean the entire unit before lengthy stor age S Store in a clean dry area S Lightly oil external metal surfaces FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA TION section of this manual see messagela beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga sohol in your engine Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in m...

Страница 12: ...Carbon build up 6 Compression low Engine will not accelerate lacks power or dies under a load 1 Clean or replace air filter 2 Check for dirty fuel filter replace Check for kinked or split fuel line repair or replace 3 Clean or replace spark plug and re gap 4 Contact an authorized service dealer 5 Contact an authorized service dealer 6 Contact an authorized service dealer Engine smokes excessively ...

Страница 13: ...TAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVELIM ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This is a limited warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously improve its products Therefore Poulan PRO reserves the right to change modify or discontinue models designs specifications and accessories of all products at any ti...

Страница 14: ...labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an approved Poulan PRO servicing center CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Poulan PRO may be liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED All failures caused by abuse neglect or im proper maintenance are not covered ...

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