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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
PP3516AVX / PP4218AVX
ESPAÑOL
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 en-
strucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Poulan PRO Poulan PRO
FRANÇAIS
Pull the starter rope While lifting tip of guide bar, tight-
sharply 5 times with your en bar knob (clockwise) securely.
right hand. Hand tighten only! Return lever
on bar knob to original position.
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SAFETY RULES
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
WARNING: Always disconnect S Do not operate a chain saw with one hand.
spark plug wire and place wire where it can- Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by-
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental standers or any combination of these per-
starting when setting up, transporting, ad- sons may result from one-handed operation.
justing or making repairs except carburetor A chain saw is intended for two-handed use.
adjustments. S Operate the chain saw only in a well-venti-
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood- lated outdoor area.
cutting tool, special safety precautions must S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree.
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. S Make sure the chain will not make contact
Careless or improper use of this tool can with any object while starting the engine.
cause serious injury. Never try to start the saw when the guide
PLAN AHEAD bar is in a cut.
S Read this manual carefully until you com- S Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of
pletely understand and can follow all safety the cut. Applying pressure can cause you to
rules, precautions, and operating instruc- lose control when the cut is completed.
tions before attempting to use the unit. S Stop the engine before setting the saw
S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users down.
who understand and can follow safety S Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-
rules, precautions, and operating instruc- aged, improperly adjusted, or not com-
tions found in this manual. pletely and securely assembled. Always
S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain
safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fit- brake immediately if it becomes damaged,
ting clothing; safety chaps; heavy-duty, non- broken or is otherwise removed.
slip gloves; eye protection such as non-fog- S With the engine stopped, hand carry the
ging, vented goggles or face screen; an chain saw with the muffler away from your
approved safety hard hat; and sound barri- body, and the guide bar and chain to the
ers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your rear, preferably covered with a scabbard.
hearing. Regular users should have hearing MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD
checked regularly as chain saw noise can WORKING ORDER
damage hearing. Secure hair above shoul- S Have all chain saw service performed by a
der length. qualified service dealer with the exception
Hearing Safety Hat of the items listed in the maintenance sec-
Protection tion of this manual. For example, if improp-
Eye er tools are used to remove or hold the fly-
Protection wheel when servicing the clutch, structural
Snug damage to the flywheel can occur and
Fitting Heavy Duty cause the flywheel to burst.
Clothing Gloves S Make certain the saw chain stops moving
when the throttle trigger is released. For
correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-
JUSTMENT.
Safety Safety Chaps S Never modify your saw in any way.
Shoes S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil
or fuel mixture.
S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-
teners securely tightened.
S Keep all parts of your body away from the S Use only Poulan PRO accessories and re-
chain when the engine is running. placement parts as recommended.
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) away from S Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
the work area. Do not allow other people operating the saw.
or animals to be near the chain saw when S Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in
starting or operating the chain saw. the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.
S Do not handle or operate a chain saw when There should be no smoking, open flames,
you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have or work that could cause sparks. Allow en-
taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You gine to cool before refueling.
must be in good physical condition and men- S Always have fire extinguishing tools avail-
tally alert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If able if you should need them.
you have any condition that might be aggra- S Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on
vated by strenuous work, check with your bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well
doctor before operating a chain saw. ventilated place; and use an approved,
S Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad- marked container for all fuel purposes.
vance. Do not start cutting until you have a Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw.
clear work area, secure footing, and, if you S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel-
are felling trees, a planned retreat path. ing site before starting engine.
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S Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves, KICKBACK
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap S Recognize that kickback can happen.
and refuel unit. With a basic understanding of kickback,
S Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel you can reduce the element of surprise
vapors cannot reach sparks or open which contributes to accidents.
flames from water heaters, electric motors S Never let the moving chain contact any ob-
or switches, furnaces, etc. ject at the tip of the guide bar.
KICKBACK S Keep the working area free from obstruc-
tions such as other trees, branches, rocks,
WARNING: Avoid kickback which fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the any obstruction that your saw chain could
backward, upward or sudden forward motion hit while you are cutting. When cutting a
of the guide bar occurring when the saw branch, do not let the guide bar contact
chain near the upper tip of the guide bar con- branch or other objects around it.
tacts any object such as a log or branch, or S Keep your saw chain sharp and properly
when the wood closes in and pinches the tensioned. A loose or dull chain can in-
saw chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign ob- crease the chance of kickback occurring.
ject in the wood can also result in loss of Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening
chain saw control. and maintenance instructions. Check ten-
S Rotational Kickback can occur when the sion at regular intervals with the engine
moving chain contacts an object at the up- stopped, never with the engine running.
per tip of the guide bar. This contact can Make sure the bar nuts are securely tight-
cause the chain to dig into the object, ened after tensioning the chain.
which stops the chain for an instant. The S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If
result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction the chain is moving at a slower speed, there
which kicks the guide bar up and back to- is greater chance of kickback occurring.
ward the operator. S Cut one log at a time.
S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the S Use extreme caution when re-entering a
wood closes in and pinches the moving previous cut.
saw chain in the cut along the top of the S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of
guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly the bar (plunge cuts).
stopped. This sudden stopping of the S Watch for shifting logs or other forces that
chain results in a reversal of the chain could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain.
force used to cut wood and causes the S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar
saw to move in the opposite direction of the and Low--Kickback Chain specified for
chain rotation. The saw is driven straight your saw.
back toward the operator. MAINTAIN CONTROL
S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain
contacts a foreign object in the wood in the
cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the Stand to the
saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden left of the saw
stopping pulls the saw forward and away
from the operator and could easily cause the
operator to lose control of the saw. Thumb on
Avoid Pinch-- Kickback: underside of
S Be extremely aware of situations or ob- handlebar
structions that can cause material to pinch Never reverse
the top of or otherwise stop the chain. hand positions
S Do not cut more than one log at a time.
S Do not twist the saw as the bar is with-
drawn from an undercut when bucking.
Avoid Pull-- In:
S Always begin cutting with the engine at full
speed and the saw housing against wood.
S Use wedges made of plastic or wood. Elbow locked
Never use metal to hold the cut open.
Kickback Path
Thumb on underside of
handlebar
S Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both
Avoid Obstructions hands when the engine is running and
don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce
kickback and maintain control of the saw.
Clear The Keep the fingers of your left hand encir-
Working Area cling and your left thumb under the front
handlebar. Keep your right hand complete-
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ly around the rear handle whether your are
right handed or left handed. Keep your left
Can Obstruct Material
arm straight with the elbow locked.
S Position your left hand on the front handle-
bar so it is in a straight line with your right Not a Low--- Kickback Chain
hand on the rear handle when making
bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left S Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce the
hand positions for any type of cutting. chance of your left hand contacting the chain
S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on if your hand slips off the front handlebar.
both feet. S Position of front and rear handlebars, de-
S Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to signed with distance between handles and
keep your body from being in a direct line “in-line” with each other. The spread and
with the cutting chain. “in-line” position of the hands provided by
S Do not overreach. You could be drawn or this design work together to give balance
thrown off balance and lose control of the and resistance in controlling the pivot of
saw. the saw back toward the operator if kick-
S Do not cut above shoulder height. It is diffi- back occurs.
cult to maintain control of saw above CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE
shoulder height. S Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES the event of kickback.
NOTE: If this saw is to be used for com- SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is equipped
mercial logging, a chain brake is required with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
and shall not be removed or otherwise dis- arresting screen which meets the
abled to comply with Federal OSHA Regula- requirements of California Codes 4442 and
tions for Commercial Logging. 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
WARNING: The engine exhaust Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by
from this product contains chemicals known law that many internal combustion engines to
to the State of California to cause cancer, be equipped with a spark arresting screen. If
birth defects or other reproductive harm. you operate a chain saw in a state or locale
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations where such regulations exist, you are legally
through prolonged use of gasoline powered responsible for maintaining the operating
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE
people prone to circulation disorders or section for maintenance of the spark arresting
abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold screen. Failure to follow all Safety Rules and
weather has been linked to blood vessel Precautions can result in serious injury. If
damage in otherwise healthy people. If situations occur which are not covered in this
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, manual, use care and good judgement. If you
loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, need assistance, contact your authorized
or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, service dealer or call 1-800--554--6723.
discontinue the use of this tool and seek STANDARDS: This saw is listed by Under-
medical attention. An anti-vibration system writer’s Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with:
does not guarantee the avoidance of these ANSI B175.1-- 2000 American National
problems. Users who operate power tools on Standards for Gasoline--Powered Chain
a continual and regular basis must monitor Saws -- Safety Requirements
closely their physical condition and the CSA Z62.1-- 03 Chain Saws -- Occupational
condition of this tool. Health and Safety
CSA Z62.3-- 96 Chain Saw Kickback Occu-
pational Health and Safety
ASSEMBLY
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If
not already attached)
Tip of
Bar
Adjusting Screwdriver
Bar
Wheel Knob
Adjusting the tension:
Chain tension is very important. Chains stretch
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN during use. This is especially true during the
DIIRECTION OF ROTATION
first few times you use your saw. Always check
chain tension each time before you start the
Cutters Depth Gauge chain saw.
1. Lift lever on bar knob and turn counter-
clockwise 1 turn to loosen bar clamp.
Drive Links
6. Place chain over and behind clutch re-
tainer, fitting the drive links in the clutch
drum sprocket.
7. Fit bottom of drive links between the
teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the
guide bar.
8. Fit chain drive links into bar groove.
9. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug LOOSEN
in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive
links are in the bar groove. 2. Turn adjusting wheel (downward direc-
10. Install clutch cover. Be sure adjusting tion) to tension chain until chain solidly
pin is in the adjusting pin hole in the contacts bottom of guide bar rail. Lift tip
guide bar. of guide bar while adjusting tension.
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5. Push lever on bar knob down to return
Tighten Loosen lever to closed/locked position.
chain chain
WARNING: Failure to push lever on
bar knob down to closed/locked position
could result in serious personal injury or
damage to your chain saw.
6. Use a screwdriver to move chain around
guide bar.
7. If chain does not rotate, it is too tight.
Loosen bar knob 1 turn (counterclock-
wise); then, loosen chain by turning the
adjusting wheel 1/4 turn (upward direc-
Adjusting Wheel tion). Retighten bar knob.
3. Using a screwdriver, move chain around 8. If chain is too loose, it will sag below the
guide bar to ensure all links are in bar guide bar. DO NOT operate the saw if
groove. the chain is loose.
4. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar NOTE: The chain is tensioned correctly
knob securely (clockwise). Hand tight- when the weight of the chain does not cause it
en only! to sag below the guide bar (with the chain saw
sitting in an upright position), but the chain still
Bar moves freely around the guide bar.
Knob
WARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury to
the operator and/or damage the chain making it
unusable. If the chain jumps off the guide bar,
inspect each drive link for damage. Damaged
chain must be repaired or replaced.
TIGHTEN
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
CHAIN SAW. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of
the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Front Handle
Front Hand Guard
Starter Rope
ON/STOP
Switch Choke/
Chain Fast Idle
Muffler Lever
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Cylinder Cover Chain
Brake
Throttle Chain
Lockout Direction
Rear of Travel
Handle
Guide Bar
Chain
Throttle Clutch Catcher
Trigger Adjusting Bar
Cover Wheel Knob
Choke
Lever
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NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying S The inertia--activated chain brake is
to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling and activated if the front hand guard is pushed
immediately proceed to the next step. forward, either manually (by hand) or
5. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the automatically (by sudden movement).
HALF CHOKE position. S If the brake is already activated, it is
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER disengaged by pulling the front hand guard
back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
S When cutting with the saw, the chain brake
OFF must be disengaged.
HALF
FULL Disengaged
Engaged
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S Practice cutting a few small logs using the Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diag-
following techniques to get the “feel” of us- onal to the line of fall.
ing your saw before you begin a major Plan a clear retreat path
sawing operation.
S Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow the
engine to reach full speed before cutting.
S Begin cutting with the saw frame
against the log. Direction of Fall
S Keep the engine at full speed the entire 45_
time you are cutting.
S Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert only
light downward pressure. If you force
the cut, damage to the bar, chain, or en- FELLING LARGE TREES
gine can result. (6 inches (15 cm) in diameter or larger)
S Release the throttle trigger as soon as The notch method is used to fell large trees.
the cut is completed, allowing the en- A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the de-
gine to idle. If you run the saw at full sired direction of fall. After a felling cut is
throttle without a cutting load, unneces- made on the opposite side of tree, the tree
sary wear can occur to the chain, bar, will tend to fall into the notch.
and engine. It is recommended that NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,
the engine not be operated for lon- remove them before making the notch. If us-
ger than 30 seconds at full throttle. ing saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw
S To avoid losing control when cut is com- chain from contacting ground to prevent dull-
plete, do not put pressure on saw at end ing of the chain.
of cut.
S Stop the engine before setting the saw NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE
down after cutting. TREE
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES S Make notch cut by cutting the top of the
notch first. Cut through 1/3 of the diameter
WARNING: Check for broken or of the tree. Next complete the notch by cut-
dead branches which can fall while cutting ting the bottom of the notch. See illustra-
causing serious injury. Do not cut near build- tion. Once the notch is cut remove the
ings or electrical wires if you do not know the notch of wood from the tree.
direction of tree fall, nor cut at night since you Final (felling) cut here, 2 inches
will not be ale to see well, nor during bad (5 cm) above center of notch.
weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds,
etc. If the tree makes contact with any utility First cut
line, the utility company should be notified
immediately.
S Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance. Notch
S Clear the work area. You need a clear area
all around the tree so you can have secure
footing. Hinge
S The chain saw operator should keep on Second cut
the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is
likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled.
S Study the natural conditions that can cause
the tree to fall in a particular direction. S After removing the wood from the notch,
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to make the felling cut on the opposite side of
fall in a particular direction include: the notch. This is done by making a cut about
S The wind direction and speed. two inches (5 cm) higher than the center of
S The lean of the tree. The lean of a tree the notch. This will leave enough uncut wood
might not be apparent due to uneven or between the felling cut and the notch to form
sloping terrain. Use a plumb or level to de- a hinge. This hinge will help prevent the tree
termine the direction of tree lean. from falling in the wrong direction.
S Weight and branches on one side. Hinge holds tree on stump and helps
S Surrounding trees and obstacles. control fall
Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is rotted, Opening
it can snap and fall toward the operator. of felling
Check for broken or dead branches which cut
can fall on you while cutting. Make sure there
is enough room for the tree to fall.
Maintain a distance of 2-1/2 tree lengths from
the nearest person or other objects. Engine
noise can drown out a warning call.
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, sta-
ples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to Closing of
be made. notch
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NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use Overcutting
wedges to open the cut if necessary to
control the direction of fall. To avoid kickback
and chain damage, use wood or plastic
wedges, but never steel or iron wedges.
S Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to Undercutting
fall: cracking sounds, widening of the fell-
ing cut, or movement in the upper
branches.
S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down, Undercutting involves cutting on the under-
and get away quickly on your planned re- side of the log with top of saw against the log.
treat path. When undercutting use light upward pres-
S DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree sure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control.
with your saw. Be extremely cautious with The saw will tend to push back toward you.
partially fallen trees that may be poorly
supported. When a tree doesn’t fall com-
pletely, set the saw aside and pull down the WARNING: Never turn saw upside
tree with a cable winch, block and tackle, down to undercut. The saw cannot be con-
or tractor. trolled in this position.
Always make your first cut on the compres-
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE sion side of the log. The compression side of
(BUCKING) the log is where the pressure of the log’s
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen weight is concentrated.
tree to the desired log size.
First cut on compression side of log
WARNING: Do not stand on the log
being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss
of footing and control. Do not stand downhill
of the log being cut.
IMPORTANT POINTS Second cut
S Cut only one log at a time.
S Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp Second cut
pieces of wood could be flung toward opera-
tor.
S Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never
allow another person to hold the log while
cutting and never hold the log with your leg
or foot. First cut on compression side of log
S Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs,
and roots are tangled such as in a blown
down area. Drag the logs into a clear area BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
before cutting by pulling out exposed and S Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the
cleared logs first. log.
S Roll the log over and finish with a second
TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR overcut.
BUCKING S Watch for logs with a compression side to
prevent the saw from pinching. See il-
WARNING: If saw becomes lustrations for cutting logs with a compres-
pinched or hung in a log, don’t try to force it sion side.
out. You can lose control of the saw resulting BUCKING USING A LOG OR
in injury and/or damage to the saw. Stop the SUPPORT STAND
saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the S Remember your first cut is always on the
cut until the saw can be removed easily. Re- compression side of the log.
start the saw and carefully reenter the cut. To (Refer to the illustrations below for your
avoid kickback and chain damage, do not first and second cut)
use a metal wedge. Do not attempt to restart S Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the
your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log. diameter of the log.
S Finish with your second cut.
Use a wedge to remove pinched saw
Using a log for support 2nd Cut
SERVICE
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHECK GUIDE BAR
Check: Conditions which require guide bar mainte-
Fuel mixture level . . . . Before each use nance:
Bar lubrication . . . . . . . Before each use S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle.
Chain tension . . . . . . . Before each use S Saw has to be forced through the cut.
Chain sharpness . . . . . Before each use S Inadequate supply of oil to bar/chain.
For damaged parts . . . Before each use Check the condition of guide bar each time
For loose caps . . . . . . Before each use chain is sharpened. A worn guide bar will
For loose fasteners . . . Before each use damage the chain and make cutting difficult.
For loose parts . . . . . . Before each use After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is
Inspect and Clean: in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust
Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use from the guide bar and sprocket hole.
Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use To maintain guide bar:
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours* S Move ON/STOP switch to STOP.
Chain brake . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours* S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch
Spark arresting screen cover. Remove bar and chain from saw.
and muffler . . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours* S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after
Replace spark plug . Yearly each 5 hours of operation.
Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly
* Hours of Operation -- Remove Sawdust From
Each hour of operation is approximately Guide Bar Groove
2 tanks of fuel.
Cylinder
Air Filter Cover
Spark
Plug Boot
STORAGE
Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycle engine
WARNING: Perform the following oil (air cooled) is blended with fuel stabilizer.
steps after each use: If you do not use this oil, you can add a fuel
S Allow the engine to cool, and secure the stabilizer to your fuel tank.
unit before storing or transporting.
S Store chain saw and fuel in a well venti- HELPFUL TIP
lated area where fuel vapors cannot reach During storage of your gas/
sparks or open flames from water heaters, oil mixture, the oil will sepa-
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. rate from the gas.
S Store chain saw with all guards in place We recommend that you
and position chain saw so that any sharp shake the gas can weekly
object cannot accidentally cause injury. to insure proper blending of
S Store chain saw well out of the reach of the gas and oil.
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE ENGINE
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of
season or if it will not be used for 30 days or 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through
more. the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the start-
If your chain saw is to be stored for a period er rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
of time: S Replace spark plug with new one of rec-
S Clean saw thoroughly before storage. ommended type and heat range.
S Store in a clean dry area. S Clean air filter.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
guide bar. and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or or worn parts.
cloth. S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline
FUEL SYSTEM to oil ratio.
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see message OTHER
labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of S Do not store gasoline from one season to
gasohol in your chain saw. another.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
minimizing the formation of fuel gum depos-
its during storage. Add stabilizer to the gaso-
line in the fuel tank or fuel storage container.
Follow the mix instructions found on stabiliz-
er containers. Run engine at least 5 minutes
after adding stabilizer.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not 1. Ignition switch off. 1. Move ignition switch to ON.
start or will run 2. Engine flooded. 2. See “Difficult Starting” in
only a few Operation Section.
seconds after 3. Fuel tank empty. 3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
starting. 4. Spark plug not firing. 4. Install new spark plug.
5. Fuel not reaching 5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
carburetor. Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Engine will 1. Idle speed requires 1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
not idle adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.
properly. 2. Carburetor requires 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
adjustment.
Engine will not 1. Air filter dirty. 1. Clean or replace air filter.
accelerate, 2. Spark plug fouled. 2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
lacks power, 3. Chain brake engaged. 3. Disengage chain brake.
or dies under 4. Carburetor requires 4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
a load. adjustment.
Engine 1. Too much oil mixed with 1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
smokes gasoline. correct fuel mixture.
excessively.
Chain moves 1. Idle speed requires 1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
at idle speed. adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Clutch requires repair. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna Con- Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna
sumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.
the original consumer purchaser that each new 1030 Stevens Creek Road
Poulan PRO brand gasoline chain saw is free Augusta, GA 30907
from defects in material and workmanship and 1--800--554--6723
agrees to repair or replace under this warranty In Canada, contact:
any defective gasoline chain saw as follows Poulan PRO
from the original date of purchase. 850 Matheson Blvd. West
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
household purposes. Giving the model number, serial number and
60 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for date of purchase of your product and the
commercial, professional, or income pro- name and address of the authorized dealer
ducing purposes. from whom it was purchased.
30 DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
purposes. LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
This warranty is not transferable and does not OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
cover damage or liability caused by improper STATE TO STATE.
handling, improper maintenance or alteration, NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
or the use of accessories and/or attachments OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
not specifically recommended by Poulan PRO AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
for this chain saw. This warranty does not cov- WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
er tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
chain sharpening, bars, chains, and other parts SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
which wear and require replacement with rea- TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
sonable use during the warranty period. This RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
warranty does not cover predelivery setup, LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
installation of guide bar and chain, and normal SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
adjustments explained in the instruction manu- ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION
al such as chain tension adjustments. This MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
warranty does not cover transportation costs. This is a limited warranty within the meaning
In the event you have a claim under this war- of that term as defined in the Magnuson--
ranty, you must return the product to an au- Moss Act of 1975.
thorized service dealer. The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously
Should you have any unanswered questions improve its products. Therefore, Poulan
concerning this warranty, please contact: PRO reserves the right to change, modify, or
discontinue models, designs, specifications,
and accessories of all products at any time
without notice or obligation to any purchaser.
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA and/or CALIFORNIA.
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