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WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
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strucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
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Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
104 Warren Road
Augusta, GA 30907
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS
530164806 1/14/04
R
Electrolux Canada Corporation
6150 McLaughlin Road
Mississauga, ON L5R 4C2
Copyright E2004 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
For Occasional Use Only
Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions

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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
WARNING! This chain
saw can be dangerous! Care-
less or improper usecancause
serious or even fatal injury.
Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the chain saw.
Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.
WARNING! Contacting theguide bar tip with any object
should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to
movesuddenlyupwardandbackward,whichmaycausese-
rious injury.
Alwayswearappropriateearprotection,eyeprotectionandheadprotection.
XX_ Measuredmaximum kickback value withoutchain brakeforthe bar
and chain combination on the label.
SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Always disconnect
spark plug wire and place wire where itcan-
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, ad-
justing or making repairs except carburetor
adjustments.
Because achain saw is a high-speedwood-
cutting tool, special safety precautionsmust
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or improper use of this tool can
cause serious injury.
PLAN AHEAD
SRead this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use the unit.
SRestrict the use ofyour saw to adult users
who understand and can follow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions found in this manual.
SWear protective gear. Always use steel-
toed safety footwear with non-slip soles;
snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip
gloves; eye protection such as non-fog-
ging, vented goggles or face screen; an
approvedsafetyhardhat;andsoundbarri-
ers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your
hearing. Regularusersshould havehear-
ing checked regularly as chain saw noise
can damage hearing. Secure hair above
shoulder length.
Snug
Fitting
Clothing
Safety
Shoes Safety Chaps
Heavy Duty
Gloves
Eye
Protection
Hearing
Protection
Safety Hat
SKeep all parts of your body away from the
chain when the engine is running.
SKeep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of30feet(10meters)awayfrom
the work area. Do not allow other people
or animals to be near the chain saw when
starting or operating the chain saw.
SDo not handle or operate a chain saw
whenyouarefatigued,ill,orupset,orifyou
have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication.
You must be in good physical condition
and mentally alert. Chain saw work is
strenuous. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work,
check with your doctor before operating a
chain saw.

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SCarefullyplanyoursawingoperationinad-
vance. Donotstartcuttinguntilyouhavea
clearworkarea,securefooting,and,ifyou
are felling trees, a planned retreat path.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
SDonotoperateachainsawwithonehand.
Serious injury to theoperator, helpers, by-
standers or any combination of these per-
sons may result from one-handed opera-
tion. A chain saw is intended for
two-handed use.
SOperatethe chain saw onlyin awell-venti-
lated outdoor area.
SDo not operate saw from a ladder or in a
tree.
SMake sure thechain will not make contact
with any object while starting the engine.
Never try to start the saw when the guide
bar is in a cut.
SDo not put pressure onthe saw at theend
of the cut. Applying pressure can cause
you to lose control when the cut is com-
pleted.
SStop the engine before setting the saw
down.
SDo not operate a chain saw that is dam-
aged, improperly adjusted, or not com-
pletely and securely assembled. Always
replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain
brakeimmediately ifit becomesdamaged,
broken or is otherwise removed.
SWith the engine stopped, hand carry the
chain saw with the muffler away from your
body, and the guide bar and chain to the
rear, preferably covered with a scabbard.
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD
WORKINGORDER
SHaveall chainsawserviceperformedbya
qualifiedservice dealerwith the exception
of theitems listed in the maintenance sec-
tionofthismanual. Forexample,ifimprop-
er tools are used toremove or hold the fly-
wheelwhenservicingtheclutch,structural
damage to the flywheel can occur and
cause the flywheel to burst.
SMake certain the saw chain stops moving
when the throttle trigger is released. For
correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-
JUSTMENTS.
SNever modify your saw in any way.
SKeepthe handlesdry, clean, andfreeof oil
or fuel mixture.
SKeep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-
teners securely tightened.
SUse only Poulan PRORaccessories and
replacement parts as recommended.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
SDo not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the saw.
SEliminate all sources of sparks or flame in
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.
Thereshouldbenosmoking,openflames,
orworkthatcouldcausesparks. Allowen-
gine to cool before refueling.
SMix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on
bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well
ventilated place; and use an approved,
marked container for all fuel purposes.
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw.
SMove at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel-
ing site before starting engine.
STurn the engine off and let saw cool in a
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap
and refuel unit.
SStoretheunitandfuelinanareawherefuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from waterheaters,electric motors
or switches, furnaces, etc.
KICKBACK
WARNING: Avoid kickback which
can result in serious injury. Kickbackis the
backward,upwardorsuddenforwardmotion
of the guide bar occurring when the saw
chainneartheuppertip oftheguidebarcon-
tacts any object such as a log or branch, or
when the wood closes in and pinches the
sawchaininthecut.Contactingaforeignob-
ject in the wood can also result in loss of
chain saw control.
SRotationalKickbackcan occur whenthe
moving chain contacts an object at theup-
per tip of the guide bar. This contact can
cause the chain to dig into the object,
which stops the chain for an instant. The
result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction
which kicks the guide bar up and back to-
ward the operator.
SPinch-Kickbackcan occur when the the
wood closes in and pinches the moving
saw chain in the cut along the top of the
guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly
stopped. This sudden stopping of the
chain results in a reversal of the chain
force used to cut wood and causes the
sawtomoveintheoppositedirectionofthe
chain rotation. The saw is driven straight
back toward the operator.
SPull-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
saw chainis suddenly stopped. This sudden
stopping pulls the saw forward and away
from the operator and could easily cause the
operator to lose control of the saw.
Avoid Pinch--Kickback:
SBe extremely aware of situations or ob-
structions thatcan causematerial to pinch
the top of or otherwise stop the chain.
SDo not cut more than one log at a time.
SDo not twist the saw as the bar is with-
drawn from an undercut when bucking.
Avoid Pull--In:
SAlways begincutting with theengineatfull
speedandthesawhousingagainst wood.
SUse wedges made of plastic or wood.
Never use metal to hold the cut open.
Kickback Path

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Avoid Obstructions
Clear The Working Area
REDUCETHE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK
SRecognize that kickback can happen.
With a basic understanding of kickback,
you can reduce the element of surprise
which contributes to accidents.
SNeverletthemovingchaincontactanyob-
ject at the tip of the guide bar.
SKeep the working area free from obstruc-
tionssuchasothertrees,branches,rocks,
fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid
any obstruction that your saw chain could
hit while you are cutting. When cutting a
branch, do not let the guide bar contact
branch or other objects around it.
SKeep your saw chain sharp and properly
tensioned. A loose or dull chain can in-
crease the chance of kickback occurring.
Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening
andmaintenanceinstructions. Checkten-
sion at regular intervals with the engine
stopped, never with the engine running.
Make sure the chain brake nuts are se-
curely tightenedaftertensioningthechain.
SBegin andcontinuecuttingatfull speed. If
the chain is moving at a slower speed,
thereis greaterchance of kickback occur-
ring.
SCut one log at a time.
SUse extreme caution when re-entering a
previous cut.
SDo not attempt cuts starting with the tip of
the bar (plunge cuts).
SWatch for shifting logs or other forces that
could close a cut and pinch or fall into
chain.
SUse the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar
and Low--Kickback Chain specified for
your saw.
MAINTAIN CONTROL
Never reverse
hand positions
Stand to the left
of the saw
Thumb on
underside of
handlebar
Thumb on underside of
handlebar
Elbow locked
SKeepagood,firmgriponthesawwithboth
hands when the engine is running and
don’tletgo. Afirmgripwill helpyoureduce
kickback and maintain control of the saw.
Keep the fingers of your left hand encir-
cling and your left thumb under the front
handlebar. Keep your right hand com-
pletely around the rear handle whether
yourarerighthandedorlefthanded. Keep
your left arm straight with the elbow
locked.
SPosition yourlefthandonthefronthandle-
bar so it is in a straight line with your right
hand on the rear handle when making
bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left
hand positions for any type of cutting.
SStandwithyourweightevenlybalancedon
both feet.
SStand slightly to the left side of the saw to
keep your body from being in a direct line
with the cutting chain.
SDo not overreach. You could be drawnor
thrown off balance and lose control of the
saw.
SDonotcutaboveshoulderheight. It isdiffi-
cult to maintain control of saw above
shoulder height.
KICKBACKSAFETY FEATURES
WARNING: The following features
are included on your saw to help reduce the
hazard of kickback; however, such features
will not totally eliminate this danger. As a
chainsawuser,donotrelyonlyonsafetyde-
vices. You must follow all safety precau-
tions, instructions, and maintenance in this
manual to help avoid kickback and other
forces which can result in serious injury.
SReduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed
with a small radius tip which reduces the
size of the kickback danger zone on the
bar tip. A Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar
hasbeendemonstratedto significantly re-
ducethenumberandseriousness ofkick-
backs when tested in accordance with
safety requirements for gasoline powered
chain saws as set by ANSI B175.1.
Small Radius Tip
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar

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Symmetrical Guide Bar
Large Radius Tip
SLow--Kickback Chain, designed with a
contoured depth gauge and guard link
which deflect kickback force and allow
woodtograduallyrideintothecutter.Low--
Kickback Chain has met kickback per-
formance requirements when tested on a
representative sample of chain saws be-
low 3.8 cubic inch displacement specified
in ANSI B175.1.
Low--- Kickback
Chain
Not a Low---Kickback Chain
Can Obstruct Material
Contoured Depth Gauge
Elongated Guard Link
Deflects
kickback force
and allows wood
to gradually ride
into cutter
SFront Hand Guard, designed to reduce the
chance of your left hand contacting the chain
if your hand slips off the front handlebar.
SPosition of front and rear handlebars, de-
signedwithdistancebetweenhandlesand
“in-line” with each other. The spread and
“in-line” position of the hands provided by
this design work together to give balance
and resistance in controlling the pivot of
the saw back toward the operator if kick-
back occurs.
CHAIN BRAKEAND CKA ANGLE
SChain Brake,designedto stopthechainin
the event of kickback.
WARNING: WE DO NOT REP-
RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS-
SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL
PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A
KICKBACK. Kickback is a lightning fast ac-
tion which throws the bar and rotating chain
back and up toward the operator. Kickback
canbecausedbyallowing contactof thebar
tip in the danger zone with any hard object.
Kickback canalsobecausedbypinchingthe
sawchainalongthetopoftheguidebar. This
action may push the guide bar rapidly back
toward the operator. Either of these events
may cause you to lose control of the saw
which could result in serious injury or even
death. DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OFTHE
DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW. YOU
SHOULDUSETHESAW PROPERLY AND
CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK. Re-
duced--kickback guide bars and low--kick-
back saw chains reduce the chance and
magnitude of kickback and are recom-
mended. Yoursaw hasa lowkickback chain
andbar as original equipment. Repairs on a
chain brake should be made by an autho-
rized servicing dealer. Take your unit tothe
place of purchase if purchased from a ser-
vicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized
master service dealer.
STipcontactinsomecasesmaycausealight-
ning fast reverse REACTION, kicking the
guide bar up and back toward the operator.
SPinchingthesawchainalongthetopofthe
guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back toward the operator.
SEitherofthesereactionsmaycauseyouto
lose control of the saw which could result
in serious injury.Do not rely exclusively
uponthesafetydevicesbuiltintoyoursaw.
WARNING: Computed kickback
angle (CKA) listed on your saw and listed in
the CKA table below represents angle of
kickback your bar and chain combinations
will have when tested in accordance with
CSAandANSIstandards.Whenpurchasing
replacement bar and chain, considerations
should be given to the lower CKA values.
Lower CKAvalues representsafer anglesto
the user, higher values indicate more angle
andhigher kick energies. Computedangles
represented in the non-activated column in-
dicate total energy and angle associated
without activation of the chain brake during
kickback. Activated angle represents chain
stopping time relative to activation angle of
chain brake andresulting kick angle of saw.
In all cases lower CKA values represent a
safer operating environment for the user.
The following guide bar and chain combina-
tions meet kickback requirements of CSA
Z62.1, Z62.3,& ANSI B175.1when usedon
saws listed in this manual. Use of bar and
chaincombinationsotherthanthoselistedis
not recommended and may not meet the
CKA requirements per standard.
Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table
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BAR
P/N Length CHAIN P/N
16!
MODEL
530044835 530051338 14_
CKA without chain brake
18!
530044834 530051211 19_
NOTE: If this saw is to be used for commer-
cial logging, a chain brake is required andshall
not be removed or otherwise disabled to com-
ply with Federal OSHA Regulations for Com-
mercial Logging.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
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

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abnormal swellings. 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, changein 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 anti-vibration 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
condition of this tool.
SPECIALNOTICE:Yoursawisequipped
with atemperaturelimiting mufflerandspark
arresting screen which meets the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon,andWashington require by
law that many internal combustion engines
tobeequippedwithasparkarrestingscreen.
Ifyouoperateachainsawinastate orlocale
wheresuch regulationsexist, youarelegally
responsible for maintaining the operating
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is
a violation of thelaw. Refer to theSERVICE
section for maintenance of the spark
arresting screen.
FailuretofollowallSafetyRulesandPrecau-
tions canresult in serious injury. Ifsituations
occur which are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgement. If you need
assistance, contact your authorized service
dealer or call 1-800--554--6723.
STANDARDS: ThissawislistedbyUnder-
writer’s Laboratories, Inc., and the Canadian
Standards Association in accordance with:
ANSI B175.1-2000 American National
Standard for Powered Tools -- Gasoline
PoweredChain Saw -- Safety Requirements
CSA Z62.1--03 Chain Saws -- Occupational
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.
ATTACHINGTHEBAR&CHAIN(Ifnot
already attached)
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is prop-
erly assembled andall fasteners aresecure.
Always wear gloves when handling the
chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you
even when it is not moving!
1. Loosenandremovethechainbrakenuts
and the chain brake from the saw.
2. Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if
present).
Chain Brake
Chain Brake
Nuts
Bar Tool
Location of shipping spacer
3. Turn adjusting screw on bar counter-
clockwise tomovethetensioningrackas
faras it will go towardthefrontof thebar.
Tensioning Rack
Adjusting
Screw
4. Slide thebarbehindclutch drumuntilbar
stops against clutch drum sprocket.
Mount the Bar
5. Prepare the chain by checking the proper
direction. Without followingtheillustration it
is easy to placethechain on thesaw in the
wrong direction. Use the illustration of the
chain to determine the proper direction.
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIIRECTION OF ROTATION
Tip of
Bar
Cutters Depth Gauge
Drive Links

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6. Place the chain over and behind the
clutch, fitting the drive links in the clutch
drum sprocket.
Place chain onto the 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 in to bar groove.
9. Pull the bar forward until the chain is
snugin the grooveofthebar. Ensureall
drive links are in the bar groove.
10. Hold guide bar against the saw frame
and install the chain brake.
11. Replacethechainbrakenutsandtighten
fingertight. Once the chainistensioned
youwill needtotightenchainbrakenuts.
CHAIN TENSION (Including units with
chain already installed)
NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,
make sure the chain brake nuts are finger
tight only. Attempting to tension the chain
when the chain brake nuts are tight can
cause damage.
Checking the tension:
Usethescrewdriverendofthe chainadjust-
menttool(bartool)tomovethechainaround
the bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too
tight. Iftooloose,thechainwillsagbelowthe
bar.
Chain Brake Nuts Chain Adjustment
Tool (Bar Tool)
Adjusting the tension:
Chain tension is very important. Chain
stretches during use. This is especially true
during the first few times you use your saw.
Always check chain tension each time you
use and refuel your saw.
An adjusting screw (located on the guide bar)
is used to adjust the tension of the chain (see
illustration).
STurnadjustingscrewclockwise untilchain
solidly contacts bottom of guide bar rail.
Adjusting
Screw
Guide bar
SUsing the screwdriver end of the bar tool,
roll chain around guide bar to ensure all
links are in bar groove.
SLiftuptipofguidebartocheck forsag. Re-
lease tip of guide bar, then turn adjusting
screw until sag does not exist.
STighten chain brake nutssecurely with the
bar tool.
Chain Brake
Nuts
SUse the screwdriver end of the bar tool to
move chain around guide bar.
SIf chain does not rotate, it is too tight.
Slightly loosen chain brake nuts andloos-
en chain by turning the adjusting screw.
Retighten chain brake nuts.
SIf chain is too loose, it will sag below the
guide bar. DO NOT operatethesaw if the
chain is loose.
WARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.

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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR 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.
Chain
Adjustment Tool
(Bar Tool)
Primer
Bulb
Fuel Mix Fill Cap
Starter
Housing
Bar Oil Fill Cap
Chain
Front Hand Guard Front Handle
Starter Rope
ON/STOP
Switch
Muffler
Bar
Sprocket Hole
Guide Bar
Chain Brake Nuts
Cylinder Cover
Throttle
Lockout
Rear
Handle
Throttle
Trigger Choke/
Fast Idle
Lever Chain
Brake
Chain
Direction
of Travel
Adjusting
Screw
Chain
Catcher
Bar
Sprocket
Hole
ON/STOP SWITCH
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the
engine.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine
speed.
THROTTLE LOCKOUT
The THROTTLE LOCKOUT must be pressed
before you can squeeze the throttle trigger.
This feature prevents you from accidentally
squeezing the trigger.
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
The choke and fast idle are set by pulling the
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out to the full ex-
tent for cold starting or after refueling. The
choke provides additional fuel to the engine
during cold starting.
PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the
carburetor to provide quicker starting.
CHAIN BRAKE
The CHAIN BRAKE is a device designed to
stop thechain if kickback occurs. Thechain
brake activates automatically inthe eventof
kickback. The chain brake activates manu-
ally if thefronthandguardis pushedforward.
Thechain brakeis disengagedby pullingthe
front hand guard back toward the front han-
dle as far as possible.
CHAIN TENSION
Itisnormal foranew chain tostretch duringfirst
30 minutes of operation. You should check
your chain tension frequently. See CHAIN
TENSION under the ASSEMBLY section.
WARNING: Muffler is very hot dur-
ingandafteruse. Donottouchthemuffleror
allow combustible material such as dry
grass or fuel to do so.

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FUELING & LUBRICATION
WARNING: Removefuelcapslow-
ly when refueling.
FUELING ENGINE
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
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/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is
recommended.Mix gasolineandoil ata ratio
of40:1. A40:1ratiois obtainedby mixing3.2
ounces (95ml) ofoil with 1gallon (4liters) of
unleadedgasoline. Included withthis sawis
a 3.2 ounce container of oil. Pour the entire
contents of this container into 1 gallon of
gasoline to achieve the proper fuel mixture.
DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. These
oils will cause engine damage. When mixing
fuel, follow instructions printed on container.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container
momentarily to assure that the fuel is
thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the
safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your
unit.
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require continuous lubri-
cation. Lubrication is provided by the auto-
matic oiler system when the oil tank is kept
filled. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and
chain. Too little oil will cause overheating
shownby smokecomingfromthechainand/
or discoloration of the bar.
In freezing weatheroil will thicken, makingit
necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a
small amount(5to10%) of#1Diesel Fuel or
kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free
flowing fortheoil system topumpenoughoil
for adequatelubrication.
Genuine Poulan or Poulan PRORbar and
chain oil is recommendedtoprotectyourunit
against excessive wear from heat and
friction. PoulanorPoulanPRORoil resists
high temperature thinning. If Poulan or
Poulan PRORbar and chain oil is not
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
SNeverusewasteoilforbarandchainlubri-
cation.
SAlways stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.
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, the fuel system
should be emptied 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. See STORAGE section for addi-
tional information.
STARTING
WARNING: The chain must not
move when the engineruns at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. Ahot
muffler can cause serious burns.
To stop the engine move the ON/STOP
switch to the STOP position.
To start the engine hold the saw firmly on
the ground as illustrated. Make sure the
chain is free to turn without contacting any
object.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope
.
Use only 15”---18” of rope per pull.
Left hand
on front
handle
Right foot through rear handle
Starter rope handle
IMPORTANT POINTS TOREMEMBER
Whenpulling thestarter rope,donotusethe
full extent of the rope as this can cause the
rope to break. Do not let starter rope snap
back.Holdthehandleandlettheroperewind
slowly.
For cold weather starting, start the unit at
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up
before squeezing the throttle trigger.
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/
fast idle lever at theFULLCHOKE position.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
NOTE: In the following steps, when the
choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full
extent,thecorrectthrottlesettingforstarting
is set automatically.
ON/STOP SWITCH
ON
STOP
(SIDE VIEW)
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
tion.
2. Pull out choke/fast idle to the full extent
(to the FULL CHOKE position).
3. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.
4. Pull the starter rope quickly with your
right hand 5 times Then, proceed to the
next step.
NOTE:If the engine sounds as if it is trying
to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling and
immediately proceed to the next step.

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5. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the
HALF CHOKE position.
OFF HALF
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
Choke/
fast idle lever
(SIDE VIEW)
FULL
6. Pull the starter rope quickly with your
right hand until the engine starts.
7. Allow theenginetorunforapproximately
5 seconds. Then, squeeze and release
throttletriggerto allow enginetoreturnto
idle speed.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
tion.
2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the
HALF CHOKE position.
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
4. Pull the starter rope quickly with your
right hand until the engine starts.
5. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to
allow engine to return to idle speed.
DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a
flooded engine)
The engine may be flooded with too much
fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls.
Flooded engines can be cleared of excess
fuel by pushing the choke/fast idle lever in
completely (to the OFF CHOKE position)
and then following the warm engine starting
procedure listed above. Ensure the ON/
STOP switch is in the ON position.
Startingcouldrequirepullingthestarterrope
handle many times dependingon howbadly
theunitis flooded.Ifenginefailstostart,refer
to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.
CHAIN BRAKE
WARNING: If the brakebandisworn
too thin it may break when the chain brake is
triggered. With a broken brake band, the chain
brake will not stop the chain. The chain brake
should be replaced by an authorized service
dealer if any part is worn to less than 0.020!
(0.5 mm) thick. Repairs on a chain brake
should be made by an authorized service deal-
er. Take your unit to the place of purchase if
purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the
nearest authorized master service dealer.
SThis saw is equipped with a chain brake.
The brake is designed to stop the chain if
kickback occurs.
SThe inertia--activated chain brake is
activated if the front hand guard is pushed
forward, either manually (by hand) or
automatically (by sudden movement).
SIf the brake is already activated, it is
disengagedbypullingthefronthandguard
back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
SWhencuttingwiththesaw,thechainbrake
must be disengaged.
Disengaged
Engaged
Braking function control
CAUTION: The chain brake must be
checked several times daily. The engine
mustberunningwhenperformingthisproce-
dure. This is theonly instancewhenthe saw
should be placed on the ground with the en-
gine running.
Place the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear
handlewithyourrighthandandthefronthan-
dle with your left hand. Apply full throttle by
fully depressing the throttle trigger. Activate
the chain brake by turning your left wrist
against the hand guard without releasing
your grip around the front handle. The chain
should stop immediately.
Inertia activating function control
WARNING: When performing the
following procedure, the engine must be
turned off.
Grip therearhandlewithyourright handand
the fronthandlewith your left hand. Holdthe
chain saw approximately 14” (35 cm) above
a stump or other wooden surface. Release
your grip on the front handle and use the
weight of the saw to let the top of the guide
bar fall forward and contact the stump.
When the tip of the bar hits the stump, the
brake should activate.
CUTTING METHODS
IMPORTANT POINTS
SCheck chain tension before first use and
after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN
TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section.
SCut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,
masonry, non-wood building materials, etc.
SStop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign
object. Inspect the saw and repair or re-
place parts as necessary.
SKeep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even a
small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain
andthusincreasethe possibility ofkickback.
SPractice cutting a few small logs using the
followingtechniques to getthe“feel” ofus-
ing your saw before you begin a major
sawing operation.
SSqueeze the throttle trigger and allow
the engine to reach full speed before
cutting.
SBegin cutting with the saw frame
against the log.
SKeeptheengineatfull speedtheentire
time you are cutting.
SAllowthechaintocutforyou.Exertonly
light downward pressure. If you force
thecut,damagetothebar,chain,oren-
gine can result.

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SRelease the throttle trigger as soonas
the cut is completed, allowing the en-
gine to idle. If you run the saw at full
throttlewithoutacuttingload,unneces-
sary wear can occur to the chain, bar,
and engine.
SToavoidlosingcontrolwhencutiscom-
plete,donotputpressureonsawatend
of cut.
SStop the engine before setting the saw
down after cutting.
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES
WARNING: Check for broken or
dead branches which can fall while cutting
causingseriousinjury. Donotcutnearbuild-
ings or electrical wires if you donot knowthe
directionoftreefall,norcutatnightsinceyou
will not be ale to see well, nor during bad
weathersuchasrain,snow,orstrongwinds,
etc.
SCarefullyplanyoursawingoperationinad-
vance.
SCleartheworkarea. Youneedacleararea
all aroundthetreeso you canhavesecure
footing.
SStudy the natural conditions that can cause
thetreetofallinaparticulardirection.
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to
fall in a particular direction include:
SThe wind direction and speed.
SThe lean of the tree. The lean of a tree
might not be apparent due to uneven or
sloping terrain. Useaplumb orlevel tode-
termine the direction of tree lean.
SWeight and branches on one side.
SSurroundingtrees and obstacles.
Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is rotted, it
can snap and fall toward the operator. Check
for broken or dead branches which 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. En-
gine noise can drown out a warning call.
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples,
and wire from the tree where cuts are to be
made.
Plana clearretreatpathtotherearanddiag-
onal to the line of fall.
Direction of Fall
45_
Plan a clear retreat path
FELLING LARGE TREES
(6 inches in diameter or larger)
The notch method is used to fell large trees.
Anotchis cutonthesideofthetreeinthede-
sired direction of fall. After a felling cut is
made on the opposite side of tree, the tree
will tendto fall into the notch.
NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,
removethembeforemakingthenotch. Ifus-
ing saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw
chainfromcontactinggroundtopreventdull-
ing of the chain.
NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE
TREE
SMake notch cut by cutting the top of the
notch first. Cut through 1/3 of thediameter
ofthetree.Nextcompletethenotchbycut-
ting the bottom of the notch. See illustra-
tion. Once the notch is cut remove the
notch of wood from the tree.
Notch
First cut
Second cut
Final (felling) cut here. 2 inches
above center of notch.
Hinge
SAfter removing the cutout of wood, make
the felling cut on the opposite side of the
notch. This is done by making a cut about
two inches higher than the center of the
notch. This will leave enoughuncutwood
between the felling cut and the notch to
form a hinge. This hinge will help prevent
thetree from falling in the wrongdirection.
Opening
of felling
cut
Closing of
notch
Hinge holds tree on stump and helps
control fall
NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use
wedges to open the cut when necessary to
controlthedirectionoffall. Toavoidkickback
and chain damage, use wood or plastic
wedges, but never steel or iron wedges.
SBe alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall:
cracking sounds, widening ofthe felling cut,
or movement in the upper branches.
SAs tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down,
and get away quickly on your planned re-
treat path.
SDO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree
with your saw. Beextremely cautious with
partially fallen trees that may be poorly
supported. When a tree doesn’t fall com-
pletely,setthesawasideandpulldownthe
tree with a cable winch, block and tackle,
or tractor.

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CUTTING A FALLEN TREE
(BUCKING)
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen
tree to the desired log size.
WARNING: Donot standonthelog
being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss
of footing and control. Do not stand downhill
of the log being cut.
IMPORTANT POINTS
SCut only one log at a time.
SCut shattered wood very carefully; sharp
piecesofwoodcouldbeflungtowardoper-
ator.
SUse a sawhorse to cut small logs. Neveral-
low another person to hold the log while cut-
ting and never hold the log with your leg or
foot.
SDo not cut in an area where logs, limbs,
and roots are tangled such as in a blown
down area. Dragthelogs intoa cleararea
before cutting by pulling out exposed and
cleared logs first.
TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR
BUCKING
WARNING: If saw becomes
pinched or hung in a log, don’t try to force it
out. Youcanlosecontrolofthesawresulting
in injury and/ordamageto thesaw. Stopthe
saw,drive awedgeofplastic orwoodintothe
cut until thesaw canbe removedeasily. Re-
startthesawandcarefullyreenterthecut. To
avoid kickback and chain damage, do not
useametalwedge. Donotattempttorestart
your saw whenit is pinchedor hungin a log.
Use a wedge to remove pinched saw
Tur n sa w OFF and use a plastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open.
Overcuttingbeginsonthetopsideofthelog
with the bottom of the saw against the log.
When overcutting use light downwardpres-
sure.
Overcutting Undercutting
Undercuttinginvolves cutting ontheunder-
sideofthelogwithtopofsawagainstthelog.
When undercutting use light upward pres-
sure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control.
The saw will tend to push back toward you.
WARNING: Never turn saw upside
down to undercut. The saw cannot be con-
trolled in this position.
Always make your first cut on thecompres-
sion sideofthelog. Thecompressionsideof
the log is where the pressure of the log’s
weight is concentrated.
Second cut
First cut on compression side of log
First cut on compression side of log
Second cut
BUCKINGWITHOUT A
SUPPORT
SOvercut through 1/3 of the diameter of the
log.
SRoll the log over and finish with a second
overcut.
SWatch for logs with a compression side to
prevent the saw from pinching. See illustra-
tion for cutting logs with a compression side.
BUCKINGUSING A LOG OR
SUPPORT STAND
SRemember your first cut is always on the
compression side of the log.
(Refertotheillustration belowforyourfirst
and second cut)
SYour first cut should extend 1/3 of the
diameter of the log.
SFinish with your second cut.
1st Cut
2nd Cut
Using a log for support
2nd Cut
1st Cut

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1st Cut
2nd Cut
Using a support stand
1st Cut
2nd Cut
LIMBING AND PRUNING
WARNING: Be alert for and guard
against kickback. Do not allow the moving
chain to contact any other branches or ob-
jects at the nose of the guide bar when limb-
ingorpruning. Allowingsuchcontactcanre-
sult in serious injury.
WARNING: Never climb into atree
to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders,
platforms,a log,orin any position which can
cause you to lose your balance or control of
the saw.
IMPORTANT POINTS
SWork slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot-
ing and balance.
SWatch out for springpoles. Springpoles
are small size limbs which can catch the
saw chain and whip towardyou or pull you
off balance. Use extreme caution when
cutting small size limbs.
SBe alert for springback. Watch out for
branches that are bent or under pressure.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the
saw when thetension in the woodfibers is
released.
SKeep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
LIMBING
SAlwayslimbatreeafteritiscutdown. Only
then can limbing be donesafely and prop-
erly.
SLeave the larger limbs underneath the
felled tree tosupportthe treeas you work.
SStartatthebaseofthefelledtreeandwork
toward the top, cutting branches and
limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut.
SKeep the tree betweenyou and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.
SRemove larger, supporting branches with
thecuttingtechniquesdescribedinBUCK-
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
SAlways use an overcut to cut small and
freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could
cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.
PRUNING
WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
branchesare higher thanyour shoulder.Get
a professional to do the job.
SMake your fist cut 1/3 of the way
through the bottom of the limb.
SNext make a 2nd cut all the way
through the limb. Then cut a third
overcut leaving a 1 to2 inch collar from
the truck of the tree.
First cut
Second cut
Third cut
Collar
Pruning technique
SERVICE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service andadjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized service dealer.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check:
Fuel mixture level Before each use....
Bar lubrication Before each use.......
Chain tension Before each use.......
Chain sharpness Before each use....
For damaged parts Before each use..
For loose caps Before each use......
For loose fasteners Before each use...
For loose parts Before each use......
Inspect and Clean:
Bar Before each use................
Complete saw After each use.......
Air filter Every 5 hours*.............
Chain brake Every 5 hours*........
Spark arresting screen
and muffler Every 25 hours*.........
Replace spark plug Yearly.
Replace fuel filter Yearly...
* Hours of Operation
AIR FILTER
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline
or otherflammable solvent to avoid creating
a fire hazard or producing harmful evapora-
tive emissions.

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Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after 15
tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation, which-
ever comes first. Clean more frequently in
dustyconditions. Ausedairefiltercannever
becompletely cleaned. It is advisable to re-
placeyourairfilterwithanewoneafterevery
50hoursofoperation,orannually,whichever
comes first.
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
2. Remove cylinder cover.
3. Remove air filter.
4. Clean the airfilter using hotsoapywater.
Rinsewithcleancoolwater. Airdrycom-
pletely before reinstalling.
5. Lightly oil air filter before installing to im-
prove the efficiency of air filter. Use
2--cycle engine oil or motor oil (SAE30).
Squeeze excess oil from filter.
6. Reinstall air filter.
7. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws.
TIghten securely.
Air Filter Cylinder
Cover
Screws
Cylinder
Cover
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTINGSCREEN
As theunit is used, carbondeposits buildup
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,
andmustberemovedtoavoidcreatingafire
hazard or affecting engine performance.
Replacethesparkarrestingscreenifbreaks
occur. Muffler Diffuser
Muffler
Cover
Screws
Muffler
Cover
Muffler
Body
Spark
Arresting
Screen
Cleaning is required every 25 hours of opera-
tion or annually, whichever comes first.
1. Loosen and remove the 2 muffler cover
screws.
2. Removethe muffler cover(cover snaps off
muffler body).
3. Remove muffler diffuser and spark arrest-
ingscreenassembly.Notice theorientation
of these parts for reassembling.
4. Clean the spark arrestor screen with a wire
brush. Replace screen if breaks are found.
5. Replace any broken or cracked muffler
parts.
6. Reinstall diffuserandspark arrestor screen
assembly with round holes facing up.
7. Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws.
Tighten securely.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Thechain will bemov-
ing duringmostofthisprocedure.Wearyour
protective equipment and observe all safety
precautions.Thechainmustnotmoveatidle
speed.
The carburetorhas beencarefully set at the
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if
you notice any of the following conditions:
SChain moves at idle. See IDLE SPEED--T
adjusting procedure.
SSawwill notidle. SeeIDLESPEED--T ad-
justing procedure.
Idle Speed--T
Allow engineto idle. If the chain moves, idle
is toofast. If theenginestalls, idleis tooslow.
Adjust speed until engine runs without chain
movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too
slow). Theidle speedscrew is located in the
area above the primer bulb and is labeled T.
STurn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to in-
crease engine speed.
STurn idle speed screw (T) counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed.
If you require further assistance or are unsure
about performing this procedure, contact your
authorized service dealer or call
1--800--554--6723.
BAR MAINTENANCE
If your saw cuts to one side, has to be forced
through the cut, or been run with an improper
amount of bar lubrication it may be necessary
to service your bar. A worn bar will damage
your chain and make cutting difficult.
After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is in
theSTOPposition,thencleanall sawdust from
the guide bar and sprocket hole.
To maintain guide bar:
SMove ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-
tion.
SLoosen and remove chain brake nuts and
chain brake. Remove bar and chain from
saw.
SCleanthe oil holes andbargroove aftereach
5 hours of operation.
Remove Sawdust From
Guide Bar Groove
Oil Holes
SBurring ofguide bar rails is a normal process
of rail wear. Remove these burrs with a flat
file.
SWhen rail top is uneven, use a flat file to re-
store square edges and sides.
Correct GrooveWorn Groove
File Rail Edges
and Sides
Square

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Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or whenexce-
ss heating or burring of the rails occurs. If re-
placement is necessary, use only the guide bar
specified for your saw in the repair parts list or
onthedecallocatedonthechainsaw.
CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain sharpening is acomplicated task that
requires special tools. We recommended
you refer chain sharpening to aprofessional
chain sharpener.
IGNITION TIMING
Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
SPARK PLUG
The spark plug should be replaced each
year to ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better.
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
2. Remove the cylinder cover.
3. Pull off the spark plug boot.
4. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-
card.
5. Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench. Spark plug gap should
be 0.025 inches.
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3 screws.
Tighten securely.
Screws
Spark
Plug Boot
Spark
Plug
Cylinder
Cover
STORAGE
WARNING: Stop engine and allow
to cool, and secure the unit before storing or
transporting in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel
in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach
sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
Storeunitwithallguardsinplace.Positionso
that any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury to passersby. Store the unitout
of reach of children.
SBefore storing, drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
SClean the unit before storing. Pay particu-
lar attention tothe air intake area,keeping
it free of debris. Use a mild detergentand
sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.
SDonotstoretheunitorfuel inaclosedarea
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
openflamefromhotwaterheaters,electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore in a dry area out of thereach of chil-
dren.
CAUTION: It is important to prevent gum
deposits from forming in essential fuel system
parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel
hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to fuel mixture separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage
the engine.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1--800--554--6723.
NEED SERVICE PART?
Contact your authorized service dealer.

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TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
1. Ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See “Difficult Starting” in
Operation Section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Carburetorrequires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburetorrequires
adjustment.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
1. Too much oil mixed with
gasoline. 1. Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture.
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
therecommendedremediesbelowexceptremedies thatrequireoperationof theunit.
TR
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S
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TABLE
Chain moves
at idle speed. 1. Idle speed requires adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair.
1. See “CarburetorAdjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
warrants to the original purchaser that each
new Poulan PRORbrand gasoline chain
saw is free from defects in material and
workmanshipandagreestorepairorreplace
under this warranty any defective gasoline
chain sawas follows from theoriginal dateof
purchase.
2 YEARS -- PartsandLabor, whenusedfor
Household purposes.
60 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
Commercial, Professional, or Income Pro-
ducing purposes.
30DAYS-- Parts andLabor,ifusedforrental
purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does
not cover damage or liability caused by im-
proper handling, improper maintenance, or
the use of accessories and/or attachments
not specifically recommended by ELEC-
TROLUXHOMEPRODUCTS,INC.,forthis
chain saw. Additionally, this warranty does
not cover damage caused by improper han-
dling, improper maintenance, or if the saw is
alteredinanywaywhichinourjudgementaf-
fectsits conditionoroperation.Thiswarranty
does not cover tune--up, spark plugs, filters,
starterropes,startersprings, chainsharpen-
ing,bars,chains,andotherpartswhichwear
and require replacement with reasonable
useduringthewarrantyperiod.Thiswarran-
ty does not cover predelivery set--up,instal-
lation of guidebarandchain,andnormalad-
justments explained in the instruction
manual such as carburetoradjustments and
chain tension adjustments. This warranty
does not cover transportation costs.
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 DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPTTHOSEEXPRESS-
LY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
ThepolicyofELECTROLUXHOMEPROD-
UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its
products.Therefore,ELECTROLUXHOME
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
signs, specifications, and accessories of all
productsatanytimewithoutnoticeor obliga-
tion to any purchaser.

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U.S. EPA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-
LIGATIONS: The U. S. Environmental
Protection Agency, Environment Canada
and ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC., are pleased to explain the emissions
control system warranty on your year
2002--2004 small off--road engine. ELEC-
TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., must
warranttheemission controlsystem onyour
small off--road engine for the periods of time
listed below provided there has been no
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenanceof
your small off--road engine. Your emission
control system includes parts such as the
carburetorand the ignition system. Wherea
warrantable condition exists, ELECTRO-
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., will repair
your small off--road engineat no cost to you.
Expenses covered under warranty include
diagnosis,partsandlabor. MANUFACTUR-
ER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any
emissions related part on your engine (as
listed under Emissions Control Warranty
Parts List) is defective or a defect in the ma-
terials or workmanship oftheenginecauses
the failure of such an emission related part,
the part will be repaired or replaced by
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-
TIES: As the small off--road engine owner,
you are responsible for the performance of
the required maintenance listed in your in-
struction manual. ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., recommends that you
retain all receipts covering maintenance on
your small off--road engine, but ELECTRO-
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., cannot
deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts
orforyour failure toensure theperformance
of all scheduled maintenance. As the small
off--roadengineowner, youshould beaware
that ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC., may deny you warranty coverage if
your small off--road engine or a part of it has
failed due to abuse, neglect, impropermain-
tenance, unapproved modifications, or the
use of parts not made or approved by the
original equipment manufacturer. You are
responsible for presenting your small off--
road engine to an ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS,INC.,authorizedrepaircenter
as soon as a problem exists. Warranty re-
pairs should be completed in a reasonable
amountoftime,nottoexceed30days. Ifyou
haveanyquestions regardingyourwarranty
rights and responsibilities, you should con-
tact your nearest authorized service center
or call ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC., at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY
COMMENCEMENT DATE: The warranty
period begins on the date the small off--road
engineispurchased. LENGTHOFCOVER-
AGE: This warranty shall be for a period of
two years from the initial date of purchase.
WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR RE-
PLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-
placement of any warrantedpartwill be per-
formed at no charge to the owner at an
approved ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
UCTS, INC., servicing center. If you have
any questions regarding your warranty
rights and responsibilities, you should con-
tact your nearest authorized service center
or call ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC., at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY
PERIOD: 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
replaceasnecessary” shallbewarrantedfor
2 years. Any warranted part which is sched-
uled for replacement as required mainte-
nance shall be warranted for the period of
time up to the first scheduled replacement
point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: Theowner
shall not be charged for diagnostic labor
which leads to the determinationthat a war-
rantedpartisdefective ifthediagnostic work
is performedatanapprovedELECTROLUX
HOMEPRODUCTS,INC.,servicing center.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: ELEC-
TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., may
be liable for damages to other engine com-
ponentscaused bythefailureofawarranted
part still under warranty. WHAT IS NOT
COVERED: All failures caused by abuse,
neglect, or improper maintenance are not
covered.ADD--ON OR MODIFIEDPARTS:
The use of add--on or modified parts can be
grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
is not liable to cover failures of warranted
parts caused by the use of add--on or modi-
fied parts. HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you
have any questions regarding yourwarranty
rights and responsibilities, you should con-
tact your nearest authorized service center
or call ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC.,at1--800--554--6723.WHERE TOGET
WARRANTY SERVICE: Warrantyservices
orrepairsshall beprovidedat all ELECTRO-
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., service
centers. Call 1--800--554--6723. MAINTE-
NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR
OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
approved replacement part used in the per-
formance of any warranty maintenance or
repair on emission related parts will be pro-
vided without charge to the owner if the part
is under warranty. EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor,
Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up to
maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner
is responsible for the performance of all re-
quired maintenance as defined in the in-
struction manual.

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The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:
Moderate (50 hours)
Intermediate (125 hours)
Extended (300 hours)