Needs carburator adjustment for poulan model # FL 26

A good starting point would be about 1 to 11/4 turns out from the screws turn all the way in. Take note of the turns required on each screw to turn in (clockwise) This does not apply to the idle adjustment screw.

One full turn out on low and high side for the initial start after rebuild.

there are two screws on the carb start by turning them all the way in then 3 full turns out and then make half turn adjustments until you get it right..

if it is a fairly late model you will need a carburator adjusting tool.you can get them on ebay then set each screw at about two turns and fine tune from there

The next thing I would change would be the in tank fuel filter. It can be pulled out with a hook on a wire. Most any lawn repair shop will have them.

Check the fuel filter, air filter, and muffler for plugging. Check the carburetor lower chamber diaphragm for flexibility and no damage. Also check the needle valve tip that the diaphragm controls for any damage or wear. If still flooding, turn both needle jet screws CW to stops (lightly), the back each out CCW 1-1/2 turns. This is a basic setting which should allow the engine to start and run.
Start the engine and allow to warm up. Pull the throttle full on and adjust H needle CW till the engine starts to speed up, but still 4-stroking. Correct adjustment is when the engine 4-strokes unloaded, but immediately 2-strokes when cutting. Release the throttle and adjust L needle CW for better idle but allows the engine to 'follow the throttle'. Adjust idle speed screw so that the chain stops turning, but the engine continues to run. Hope this helps!

i just purchased the poulan pro PR1030ES snow thrower, and the recoil spring is broken, anyone know of a place to buy a new one...can't even get an answer from poulan...did you ever get yours fixed

Spend $ 40 for a tune up at a local chainsaw seller/mechanic. Most Stihl outlets are very good. It sounds like carburation needs adjustment, but they also do a good visual inspection. Mine get done about every 3 years worth of use. HTH
Lou

hey, a good starting point is screw them all the way in and exactly one turn out should start the saw there... the rest is by ear you need a small engine mech to tune it.

BE VERY CAREFUL WHATEVER YOU DO IF THE SAW RUNS TO LEAN, IT WILL SEIZE!!!

Its best left to a professional

the tool is Poulan Part Number 530 035560 and can be purchased at http://cgi.ebay.com/POULAN-CRAFTSMAN-HUSKY-CARBURETOR-ADJUSTING-TOOL---NEW_W0QQitemZ280351588986QQcmdZViewItem or just google the part number and you will find it.

Lee