Poulan 271190 User Manual

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MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-
ate a fi re hazard and/or dam age.
SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning
of each mowing season or after every
100 hours of operation, whichever occurs
fi rst. Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in “PROD UCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS”
section of this manual.

00667

Fuel Filter

Clamp

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel fi lter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel fi lter becomes
clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bu -
re tor, re place ment is re quired.
1. With engine cool, remove fi lter and

plug fuel line sec tions.

2. Place new fuel fi lter in position in fuel line

with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

Slots

Tabs

Base

Cartridge

Pre-cleaner

Cover

02698

Handle

1. Pull up on air fi lter cover handle and

rotate towards engine.

2. Remove cover.
3. Carefully remove air fi lter cartridge and

pre-cleaner from base.

4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from falling into carburetor.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace
cartridge.
5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge

fi rmly in base.

6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower

housing and replace cover.

7. Hook handle on cover and push down

on handle to close.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
the cartridge. They may cause de te ri o -
ra tion of the cartridge. Do not oil car-
tridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean
cartridge.

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc.

of all foreign matter.

• Keep fi nished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with au to -

mo tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden
hose or pressure washer to clean your
tractor unless the engine and transmis-
sion are covered to keep water out. Water
in engine or transmission will shorten the
useful life of your tractor. Use compressed
air or a leaf blower to remove grass,
leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

Clean out chaff and debris

02744

Air Screen

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Debris may clog the engine’s air cool-
ing system. Remove blower housing and
clean area shown to prevent overheating
and engine damage.