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Service and adjustments, Warning – Poulan Pro PP336 User Manual

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REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace the spark plug each year to ensure

the engine starts easier and runs better. Set

spark plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Igni-

tion timing is fixed and nonadjustable.

1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and

discard.

3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark

plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch

(19 mm) socket wrench.

4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACING THE LINE

1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap

button.

2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.

3. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two

lengths of 12-1/2 feet (3.8 meters) of 0.080″

(2 mm) diameter Poulan PRO brand line.

WARNING:

Never use wire, rope,

string, etc., which can break off and become a

dangerous missile.
4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1

cm) into the small holes on the inside of

spool.

Small
Holes

Spool

Hub

Line in Notch

Line in Notch

Line exit holes

5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the

spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows

found on the spool.

6. Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3

to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.

7. Insert the lines into the the exit holes in

the hub as shown in the illustration.

8. Align the notches with the line exit holes.

9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into

place.

10. Pull the lines extending outside of the hub

to release the lines from the notches.

BLADE REPLACEMENT

Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re-

placement instructions and illustrations.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

WARNING:

Keep others away when

making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer

head, blade or any optional attachment will be

spinning during most of this procedure. Wear

your protective equipment and observe all safe-

ty precautions. After making adjustments, the

trimmer head, blade 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, blade or optional

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 making ad-

justments. Keep all parts of your body away

from the cutting attachment and muffler.

Idle Speed Adjustment

Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine

runs without trimmer head, blade or optional

attachment moving or spinning (idle too fast)

or stalling (idle speed too slow).
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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,

blade or optional attachment moves or

spins at idle.

WARNING:

Recheck the idle speed

after each adjustment. The trimmer head,

blade or optional attachment must not move

or spin at idle speed to avoid serious injury to

the operator or others.

Idle Speed

Screw

Air Filter

Cover

If you require further assistance or are unsure

about performing this procedure, contact an

authorized

service

dealer

or

call

1--800--554--6723.