Poulan WT200 User Manual

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Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

ENGLISH

WT200

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MANUEL IMPORTANT -- À Conserver

WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules 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.

A VERTISSEMENT:

Veuillez lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les
avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut
de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.

Electrolux Home Products
North America
Div. of WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
Augusta, GA 30907

ESPAÑOL

FRANÇAIS

CopyrightE2001 WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.

530086795

10/1/01

SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

Safety Rules and Precautions can result in
serious injury.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

Read your instruction manual carefully until

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you completely understand and can follow
all warnings and safety rules before operat­ing the unit.
Restrict unit to users who understand and

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will follow all warnings and safety rules in
this manual.

WARNING:

ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects
such as rocks, glass, wir e, etc. that can rico­chet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or
damage during operation.

Use your unit as a blower for:

Sweeping debris or grass clippings from

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driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc.
Blowing grass clippings, straw, or leaves into

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piles, around joints, or between bricks.

Use your unit as a vacuum for:

Picking up dry material suchas leaves, grass,

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small twigs, and bits of paper.
For best results during vacuum use, operate

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your unit at high speed.
Move slowly back and forth over the materi-

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al as you vacuum. Avoid forcing the unit
into a pile of debris as this can clog the unit.
Keep the vacuum tube about an inch above

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the ground for best results.

PLAN AHEAD

Always wear eye protection when operat-

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ing, servicing, or performing maintenance
on unit. Wearing eye protection will help to
prevent rocks or debris from being blown or
ricocheting into eyes and face which can
result in blindness and/or serious injury.
Eye protection should be marked Z87.
Always wear foot protection. Do not go

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barefoot or wear sandals.
Always wear respirator or face mask when

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working with unit in dusty environments.
Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure

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or remove jewelry, loose clothing, or cloth­ing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tas­sels, etc. They can be caught in moving
parts.
Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, up-

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set, or if you are under the influence of alco­hol, drugs, or medication.
Keep children, bystanders, and animals

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away from work area a minimum of 30 feet
(10 meters) when starting or operating unit.
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direc­tion of people or pets.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT IS
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE

Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in-

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cluding smoking, open flames, or work that

Failure to follow all

Inspect area before start-

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can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is
mixed, poured, or stored.
Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store

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fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use
an approved, marked container for all fuel
purposes.
Do not smoke while handling fuel or while

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operating the unit.
Make sure the unit is properly assembled

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and in good operating condition.
Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or

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running.
Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills

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before starting engine.
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from

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fuel and fueling site before starting engine.
Always store gasoline in a container ap-

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proved for flammable liquids.

OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY

WARNING:

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.

Inspect unit before each use for worn,

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loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not
use until unit is in proper working order.
Keep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.

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Never start or run engine inside a closed

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room, building or other unventilated area.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
To avoid static electricity shock, do not

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wear rubber gloves or any other insulated
gloves while operating unit.
Do not set unit on any surface except a

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clean, hard area while engine is running.
Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass,
etc. could be picked up by the air intake and
thrown out through discharge opening,
damaging unit, property, or causing serious
injury to bystanders or operator.
Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use

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in unventilated areas or where explosive
vapors or carbon monoxide build up could
be present.
Do not overreach or use from unstable sur-

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faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,
rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance
at all times.
Never place objects inside the blower

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tubes; always direct the blowing debris
away from people, animals, glass, and solid
objects such as trees, automobiles, walls,
etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or
sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can
hurt people or animals, break glass, or
cause other damage.
Never run unit without the proper equip-

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ment attached. When using your unit as a
blower, always install blower tubes. When
using your unit as a vacuum, always install
vacuum tubes and vacuum bag assembly.
Make sure vacuum bag assembly is com­pletely zipped.
Check air intake opening, blower tubes,

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vacuum tubes, and elbow tube frequently ,
always with engine stopped and spark plug

Stop the engine before

disconnected. Keep vents and discharge
tubes free of debris which can accumulate
and restrict proper air flow.
Never place any object in the air intake open-

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ing as this could restrict proper air flow and
cause damage to the unit.
Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-

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ers, orother substances which may contain
toxic materials.
To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf

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or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,
ashtrays, etc.
Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

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MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

Have all maintenance other than the rec-

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ommended procedures described in the in­struction manual performed by an autho­rized service dealer.
Disconnect spark plug before performing

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maintenance except for carburetor adjust­ments.
Use only recommended Poulanrreplace-

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ment parts; use of any other parts may void
your warranty and cause damage to your
unit.
Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use

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up fuel left in carbur etor by starting engine and
letting it run until it stops.
Do not use any accessory or attachment

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other than those recommended by manufac­turer for use with your unit.
Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area

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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.

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SPECIAL NOTICE:

tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow­ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam­age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek
medical attention. An antivibration system
does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems. Users who operate power tools on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-

Exposure to vibra-

tion of this tool.

SPECIAL NOTICE:

est Land and in some states, including Cali­fornia (Public Resources Codes 4442 and

4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey,
Oregon, and Washington: Certain internal
combustion engines operated on forest,
brush, and/or grass covered land in the above
areas are required to be equipped with a
spark arresting screen, maintained in effec­tive working order, or the engine must be con­structed, equipped, and maintained for the
prevention of fire. Check with your state or lo­cal authorities for regulations pertaining to
these requirements. Failure to follow these
requirements is a violation of the law. This unit

For users on U.S. For-

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is not factory equipped with a spark arresting
screen; however, a spark arresting screen is
available as an optional part. If a spark arrest­ing screen is required in your area, contact
your authorized service dealer for the correct
kit. The spark arresting screen, blower tubes,
and nozzles must be assembled to unit to be
in full compliance with regulations.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

the impeller blades have stopped turning be­fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at­tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause
serious injury. Always disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance or ac­cessing movable parts.

WARNING:

assembled, check each step to insure your
unit is properly assembled and all fasteners
are secure. Follow all safety information in
the manual and on the unit.

A standard screwdriver is required for as-

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sembly.

BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY

Align the rib on the blower tube with the

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groove in the blower outlet; slide the tube
into place.

NOTE:

allow blower tube to be inserted in blower out­let. Loosen tube clamp by turning knob coun­terclockwise.

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VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY

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NOTE:

is flush against the flared area of the elbow
tube, and the rib on the elbow tube is on the
bottom.

Tube clamp must be loose enough to

Groove

Tighten the tube clamp by turning the knob
clockwise.
To remove the tube, turn the knob counter­clockwise to loosen clamp; remove tube.

Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and in­sert the elbow tube.
Push the small end of the elbow tube
through the small opening in the bag.

Elbow
Tube

Zipper
Opening

Make sure edge of the small opening

Stop engine and be sure

If you receive your unit

Blower
Outlet

Blower
Tube

Rib

Small
Opening

Rib

Close the zipper on the bag. Make sure the

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zipper is closed completely.
Remove blower tube from engine.

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Rib

Groove

Insert the elbow tube into the blower outlet.

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Make sure elbow tube rib is aligned with the
blower outlet groove.
Turn clamp knob clockwise to tighten.

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VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

the impeller blades have stopped turning be­fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at­tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause
serious injury.

Align the lower vacuum tube as shown.

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Push lower vacuum tube into upper vacu­um tube.

Upper Vacuum
Tube

Stop engine and be sure

Knob

Hooks

When converting back to the blower fea-

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ture, make sure latch on the vacuum inlet
cover is securely fastened.

SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT

Hold the unit as shown.

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Pass the shoulder strap over your head and

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onto your right shoulder.
Extend your left arm toward the rear of the

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vacuum bag.
Adjust shoulder strap until the vacuum bag/

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shoulder strap seam lies between your
thumb and index finger.
Make sure air flows freely from the elbow

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tube into bag. If bag is kinked, the unit will
not operate properly.

Lower Vacuum Tube

Insert a screwdriver into the latch area on

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the vacuum inlet cover.

Latch

Area

Blower
Outlet

Latch Area

Vacuum
Inlet Cover

Gently tilt the handle of the screwdriver to-

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ward the back of the unit while pulling up on
the vacuum inlet cover with your other
hand.
Hold the vacuum inlet cover open until up-

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per vacuum tube is installed.

Vacuum Inlet

Retaining Post

Vacuum

Inlet

Cover

Place the hooks on the vacuum tube on the

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retaining posts; pivot tube into position. Se­cure vacuum tube by turning the knob
clockwise until tight.

USING YOUR UNIT

WARNING:

the tubes are secure before using the unit.

OPERATING POSITION

Blower

OPERATING TIPS

While vacuuming or blowing debris, hold

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the unit with the muffler side facing away
from your body and clothes (see illustration
above).

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You MUST make sure

Eye
Protection

Vacuum

To reduce the risk of hearing loss

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associated with sound level(s), hearing
protection is required.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with

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contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be­fore installing or removing attachments. Do
not operate without guard(s) in place.
Operate power equipment only at reasonable

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hours--not early in the morning or late at night
when people might be disturbed. Comply with
times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom­mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Saturday.
To reduce noise levels, limit the number of

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pieces of equipment used at any one time.
To reduce noise levels, operate power

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blowers at the lowest possible throttle
speed to do the job.
Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris be-

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fore blowing.
In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-

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faces or use a mister attachment when wa­ter is available.
Conserve water by using power blowers

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instead of hoses for many lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
Watch out for children, pets, open windows,

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or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
Use the full blower nozzle extension so the

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air stream can work close to the ground.
After using blowers and other equipment,

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CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re­ceptacles.

FUELING

WARNING:

when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on un­leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed
with a good quality synthetic 2--cycle air-­cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a
ratio of 40:1. Poulan/W eed Eater brand syn­thetic oil is recommended. A 40:1 ratio is ob­tained by mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1gallon
of unleaded gasoline. When mixing fuel fol­low the instructions printed on the container.
Always read and follow the safety rules under
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during stor­age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, empty the fuel system before stor­age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.

Remove fuel cap slowly

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STARTING

TO STOP THE ENGINE

To stop the engine, move the throttle lever

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to the STOP position.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-

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ters) away from the fueling site.
Hold the unit in the starting position as

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shown. Make sure the blower end is di­rected away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects.

STARTING POSITION

Blower

Vacuum

WARNING:

hold the unit as illustrated. Do not set unit on any
surface except a clean, hard area when starting
engine or while engine is running. Debris such
as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be
picked up by the air intake and thrown out
through the discharge opening, damaging the
unit or property, or causing serious injury to by­standers or the operator.

ST ARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)

Move throttle lever to the

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Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE

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position.
Slowly press the primer button 8 times.

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Throttle Lever

Pull starter rope sharply until engine at-

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tempts to run, but no more than 5 pulls (be­low 30_F, 8 pulls).

NOTE:

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If engine attempts to start before the

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pull, go to next step immediately.
Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE
position.

When starting engine,

position.

Primer Button

Choke Lever

Pull the starter rope sharply until the engine

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runs, but no more than 5 pulls (below 30_F,
10 pulls). Run engine for 5 seconds, then
move choke lever to the RUN position.
Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at

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the RUN position before moving the throttle
lever to

If engine has not started after 5 pulls (at HALF
CHOKE), repeat STARTING A COLD ENGINE
procedure. If engine still does not start, proceed
to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE.

position.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

Move throttle lever to the

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Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,

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but no more than 5 pulls.

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If engine has not started, pull starter

NOTE

rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not run,
it is probably flooded.

position.

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Move the choke lever to the RUN position.

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Move throttle lever to the

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Pull rope to clear engine of excess fuel.

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This could require pulling the starter rope
many times.

If unit still doesn’t start refer to the TROUBLE­SHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723

position.

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Vacuum Bag -- Do not use vacuum bag if it

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is torn or damaged.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS

After each use, inspect complete unit for

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loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter­gent.
Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

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CLEAN AIR FILTER

Air Filter
Cover

Air Filter

Screws

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

unless engine and muffler are cold. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.

WARNING:

the impeller blades have stopped turning be­fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at­tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause
serious injury. Always disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance or ac­cessing movable parts.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty onthis 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. V arious adjust­ments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.

CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS

Spark Plug Boot

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Air Filter

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Housing Screws

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Muffler

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CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN
PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re­placement of damaged or worn parts.

Fuel Tank -- Do not use unit if fuel tank shows

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signs of damage or leaks.

Avoid touching muffler

Stop engine and be sure

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Cleaning the air filter:

A dirty air filter decreases engine perform­ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean or replace
air filter after every 5 hours of operation or
yearly, whichever comes first.

Clean the cover and the area around it to

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keep debris from falling into the carburetor
chamber when the cover is removed.
Remove parts as illustrated.

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NOTE:

flammable solvent. Doing so can create a fire
hazard or produce harmful evaporative emis­sions.

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Do not clean filter in gasoline or other

Wash the filter in soap and water.
Allow filter to dry.
Apply a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze
filter to distribute oil.
Replace parts.

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plug each year to ensure the
engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is
fixed, nonadjustable.

Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

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Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-

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card.
Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark

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plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench.
Reinstall the spark plug boot.

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REPLACE FUEL FILTER

To replace fuel filter, drain unit by running it dry
of fuel, then remove fuel cap from tank. Pull fil­ter from tank and remove it from the fuel line.
Install new fuel filter on fuel line; reinstall
parts.

Fuel Line

Fuel Filter

CHECK MUFFLER MOUNTING
SCREWS

Once each year, ensure muffler mounting
screws are secure and tightened properly to
prevent damage.

Muffler Cover

Screws

Loosen and remove the 2 screws from the

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muffler cover.
Remove the muffler cover.

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Tighten the 2 muffler mounting screws se-

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curely.
Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws. Tight-

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en securely.

Mounting
Screw
Holes

SERVICE

We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized service dealer.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.
Adjusting the carburetor is a complicated
task. We recommend that you take your unit
to an an authorized service dealer. Damage
will occur if you turn the needles beyond the
limiter stops.

STORAGE

WARNING:

steps after each use:

Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit

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before storing or transporting.
Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area

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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

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unit so that any sharp object cannot acci­dentally cause injury.
Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of

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children.

Perform the following

NEED ASSISTANCE?

NEED ASSISTANCE?

Call: 1-800-554-6723.

NEED A SERVICE PART?

Contact your authorized service dealer.

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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

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WARNING:

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

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

TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Engine flooded.

Engine will not
start.

Engine will not
idle properly.

Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power, or
dies under a
load.

Engine
smokes
excessively.

Engine
runs hot.

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Fuel tank empty.

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Spark plug not firing.

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Fuel not reaching carburetor.

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Compression low.

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Fuel not reaching carburetor.

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Carburetor requires adjustment.

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Crankshaft seals worn.

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Compression low.

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Air filter dirty.

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Fuel not reaching carburetor.

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Spark plug fouled.

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Carburetor requires adjustment.

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Carbon build up.

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Compression low.

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Choke partially on.

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Fuel mixture incorrect.

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Air filter dirty.

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Carburetor requires adjustment.

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Fuel mixture incorrect.

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Spark plug incorrect.

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Carburetor requires adjustment.

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Carbon build up.

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See “Starting Instructions.”

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Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

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Install new spark plug.

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Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

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Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Contact an authorized service dealer.

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Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

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Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

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Contact an authorized service dealer.

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Contact an authorized service dealer.

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Clean or replace air filter.

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Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

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Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Clean or replace spark plug; re-gap.

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See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

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Contact an authorized service dealer.

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Contact an authorized service dealer.

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Adjust choke.

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Empty fuel tank and refill with

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correct fuel mixture.
Clean or replace air filter.

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See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

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See “Fueling Your Unit.”

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Replace with correct spark plug.

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See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

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Contact an authorized service dealer.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH
AMERICA, Division of WCI Outdoor Prod­ucts, Inc.,

that each new
attachment is free from defects in material and
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace
under this warranty any defective gasoline prod­uct or attachment as follows from the original
date of purchase

2 YEARS- -

household purposes.

90 DAYS --

commercial, professional, or income producing
purposes.

30 DAYS --

purposes.
This warr anty is not transferable and does not

cover damage or liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance, or the use of
accessories and/or attachments not specifically
recommended by

PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA

Additionally, this warranty does not cover tune­ups, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, starter
springs, cutting line, or rotating head parts that

warrants to the original purchaser

Poulan

Parts and Labor, when used for

Parts and Labor, when used for

Parts and Labor, if used for rental

brand gasoline tool or

rrrr

.

ELECTROLU X HOME

for this tool.

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will wear and require replacement with reason­able use during the warr anty period. This war­ranty does not cover predelivery setup or nor­mal adjustments explained in the instruction
manual.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.

NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER D AMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THER E AR E N O OTHER EXPRESS
WARR ANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX­PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA­TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR­RANTY LASTS OR TH E EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE­QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO TH E ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.

ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH
AMERICA’S

its products. Therefore,

PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA

right to change, modify, or discontinue models,
designs, specifications, and accessories of all
products at any time without notice or obligation
to any purchaser .

policy is to continuously improve

ELECTROLU X HOME

reserves the

U.S. EPA

EMISSION CONTROL

WARRANTY STA TEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB­LIGATIONS:

Protection Agency and POULAN/WEED
EATER, DIVISION OF WCI OUTDOOR
PRODUCTS, INC., are pleased to explain the
emissions control system warranty on your
lawn and garden equipment engine. All new
utility and lawn and garden equipment en­gines must be designed, built, and equipped
to meet the stringent anti--smog standards.
POULAN/WEED EATER must warrant the
emission control system on your lawn and
garden equipment engine for the periods of
time listed below provided there has been no
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of
your lawn and garden equipment engine.
Your emission control system includes parts
such as the carburetor and the ignition sys­tem. Where a warrantable condition exits,
POULAN/WEED EATER will repair your lawn
and garden equipment engine at no cost to
you. Expenses covered under warranty in­clude diagnosis, parts and labor.

TURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:

emissions related part on your engine (as
listed under Emissions Control Warranty
Parts List) is defective or a defect in the mate­rials or workmanship of the engine causes the
failure of such an emission related part, the
part will be repaired or replaced by POULAN/
WEED EATER.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

den equipment engine owner, you are re­sponsible for the performance of the required
maintenance listed in your instruction manu­al. POULAN/WEED EATER recommends
that you retain all receipts covering mainte­nance on your lawn and garden equipment
engine, but POULAN/WEED EATER cannot
deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or
for your failure to ensure the performance of
all scheduled maintenance. As the lawn and
garden equipment engine owner, you should
be aware that POULAN/WEED EATER may
deny you warranty coverage if your lawn and
garden equipment engine or a part of it has
failed due to abuse, neglect, improper mainte­nance, unapproved modifications, or the use
of parts not made or approved by the original
equipment manufacturer. You are responsi­ble for presenting your lawn and garden
equipment engine to a POULAN/WEED EAT­ER authorized repair center as soon as a
problem exists. Warranty repairs should be
completed in a reasonable amount of time,
not to exceed 30 days. If you have any ques­tions regarding your warranty rights and re­sponsibilities, you should contact your near­est authorized service dealer or call POU­LAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.

The U. S. Environmental

MANUFAC-

If any

OWNER’S WARRANTY

As the lawn and gar-

WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE:

The warranty period begins on the date the
lawn and garden equipment engine is pur­chased.
warranty shall be for a period of two years
from the initial date of purchase.

COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
OF PARTS.

warranted part will be performed at no charge
to the owner at an approved POULAN/WEED
EATER servicing center. If you have any
questions regarding your warranty rights and
responsibilities, you should contact your
nearest authorized service dealer center or
call POULAN/WEED EATER at
1--800--554--6723
Any warranted part which is not scheduled for
replacement as required maintenance, or
which is scheduled only for regular inspection
to the effect of “repair or replace as neces­sary” shall be warranted for 2 years. Any war­ranted part which is scheduled for replace­ment as required maintenance shall be war­ranted for the period of time up to the first
scheduled replacement point for that part.

DIAGNOSIS:

charged for diagnostic labor which leads to
the determination that a warranted part is de­fective if the diagnostic work is performed at
an approved POULAN/WEED EATER serv­icing center.

AGES:

able for damages to other engine compo­nents caused by the failure of a warranted
part still under warranty.

ERED

or improper maintenance are not covered.

ADD--ON OR MODIFIED PARTS:

of add--on or modified parts can be grounds
for disallowing a warranty claim. POULAN/
WEED EATER is not liable to cover failures of
warranted parts caused by the use of add--on
or modified parts.
you have any questions regarding your war­ranty rights and responsibilities, you should
contact your nearest authorized service cen­ter or call POULAN/WEED EATER at
1--800--554--6723.

RANTY SERVICE:

pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED
EATER service centers. call:
1--800--554--6723.

PLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION
RELATED PARTS

EATER approved replacement part used in
the performance of any warranty mainte­nance or repair on emission related parts will
be provided without charge to the owner if the
part is under warranty.

TROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST:

tor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up
to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.

MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:

responsible for the performance of all re­quired maintenance as defined in the instruc­tion manual.

LENGTH OF COVERAGE:

Repair or replacement of any

WARRANTY PERIOD:

The owner shall not be

CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-

POULAN/WEED EATER may be li-

: All failures caused by abuse, neglect,

WHATIS NOT COV-

HOW TO FILE A CLAIM:

WHERE TO GET WAR-

Warranty services or re-

MAINTENANCE, RE-

: Any POULAN/WEED

EMISSION CON-

This

WHAT IS

The use

Carbure-

The owner is

If

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