Poulan Pro BH2160 LE User manual

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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d'lnstructions
AFor Occasional Use Only
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using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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WARNING! This chain I_1
U
saw can be dangerous! Care-
less or improper use can cause
serious or even fatal injury.
Read and understand the
instruction manua( before
using the chain saw.
Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection.
Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.
WARNING! Contactingtheguidebartipwithanyobject
should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to
move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause se-
rious injury.
Measured maximum kickback va)ue without chain brake for the bar
and chain combination on the (abel
_k 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 a chain saw is a high-speed wood-
cutting tool, special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or improper use of this tool can
cause serious injury.
PLAN AHEAD
• Read this manual carefully until you com-
p(etely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use the unit.
• Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
who understand and can follow safety
rules, precautions, and operating h_struc-
t)ons found in this manual.
• Wear protective gear. Always use steeF
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
approved safety hard hat; and sound barri-
ers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your
hearing. Regular users should have hear-
ing checked regularly as chain saw noise
can damage hearing. Secure hair above
shoulder length.
Hearing Safety Hat
Protection _ Eye
"_'_, im,e _"" Protection
Snug
Fittinc Heavy Duty
Clothing Gloves
Safety Safety Chaps
Shoes
Keep all parts of your body away from the
chain when the engine is running.
Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) away from
the work area. Do not allow other people
or animals to be near the chain saw when
starting or operating the chain saw.
Do not handle or operate a chain saw when
you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have
taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You
must be in good physical condition and men-
tally aiert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If
you have any condition that might be aggra-
vated by strenuous work, check with your
doctor before operating a chain saw.

• Carefullyplanyoursawingoperationinad-
vance.Donotstartcuttinguntilyouhavea
clearworkarea,securefooting,and,ifyou
arefellingtrees,aplannedretreatpath.
OPERATEYOURSAW SAFELY
• Do not operate a chain saw with one hand.
Serious injury to the operator, 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.
• Operate the chain saw only in a welFventi-
iated outdoor area.
• Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a
tree.
• Make sure the chain 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.
• Do not put pressure on the saw at the end
of the cut. Applying pressure can cause
you to lose control when the cut is com-
pleted.
• Stop the engine before setting the saw
down.
• Do 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
brake immediately if it becomes damaged,
broken or is otherwise removed.
• With 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
WORKING ORDER
• Have aH chah_ saw service performed by a
qualified service dealer with the exception
of the items listed in the maintenance sec-
tionofthis manual. Forexample, ifimprop-
er tools are used to remove or hoid the fly-
wheel when servicing the clutch, structural
damage to the flywheel can occur and
cause the flywheel to burst.
• Make certain the saw chain stops moving
when the throttle trigger is released. For
correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-
JUSTMENTS.
• Never modify your saw in any way.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil
or fuel mixture.
• Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-
teners securely tightened.
• Use only Poulan accessories and re-
placement parts as recommended.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
• Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the saw.
• Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.
There should be no smoking, open flames,
or work that could cause sparks. Allow en-
gine to coot before refueling.
• Mix 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.
•Move at least t0 feet (3 meters) from fuel-
ing site before starting engine.
• Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,
straw, paper, etc. SIowly remove fuel cap
and refuel unit.
• Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric motors
or switches, furnaces, etc.
KICKBACK
_, WARNING: Avoid kickback which
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the
backward, upward or sudden forward motion
of the guide bar occurring when the saw
chain near the upper tip of the guide bar con-
tacts any object such as a log or branch, or
when the wood closes in and pinches the
saw chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign ob-
ject in the wood can also result in loss of
chain saw control,
• Rotational Kickback can occur when the
moving chain contacts an object at the up-
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.
•Pinch-Kickback can 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
saw to move in the opposite direction of the
chain rotation, The saw is driven straight
back toward the operator.
• 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
saw chain is 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:
• Be extremely aware of situations or ob-
structions that can cause material to pinch
the top of or otherwise stop the chain,
• Do not cut more than one log at a time,
• Do not twist the saw as the bar is with-
drawn from an undercut when bucking,
Avoid Pull-In:
• Always begin cutting with the engine at full
speed and the saw housing against wood.
• Use wedges made of plastic or wood.
Never use metal to hold the cut open.
\X_i _ _2 Kickback Path

AvoidObstructions tt
ClearTheWorkingArea
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK
• Recognize that kickback can happen.
With a basic understanding of kickback,
you can reduce the element of surprise
which contributes to accidents,
• Never let the moving chain contact any ob-
ject at the tip of the guide bar.
• Keep the working area free from obstruc-
tions such as other trees, 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,
• Keep 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
and maintenance instructions. Check ten-
sion at regular intervals with the engine
stopped, never with the engine running.
Make sure the chain brake nuts are se-
curely tightened after tensioning the chain.
• Beginandcontinuecuttingatfullspeed. If
the chain is moving at a slower speed,
there is greater chance of kickback occur-
ring.
• Out one log at a time,
• Use extreme caution when re-entering a
previous cut.
• Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of
the bar (plunge cuts),
• Watch for shifting logs or other forces that
could close a cut and pinch or fall into
chain,
• Use the Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar
and Low-Kickback Chain specified for
your saw,
MAINTAIN CONTROL
Stand to the
leill tel _
hand positions
Thumb on
underside of
handlebar
\
!
tElbow locked
Thumb on underside of
handlebar
• Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both
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.
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
your are right handed or left handed, Keep
your left arm straight with the elbow
locked,
• Position your left hand on the front handle-
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,
• Stand with your weight evenly balanced on
both feet,
• Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to
keep your body from being in a direct line
with the cutting chain,
• Do not overreach. You could be drawn or
thrown off balance and lose control of the
saw.
• Do not cut above shoulder height. It is diffi-
cult to maintain control of saw above
shoulder height.
KICKBACK SAFETY 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
chain saw user, do not rely only on safety de-
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.
• Reduced-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
has been demonstrated to significantIy re-
duce the number and seriousness of kick-
backs when tested in accordance with
safety requirements for gasoline powered
chain saws as set by ANSI B175.1.

LLarge Radius Tip
• Low-Kickback Chain, designed with a
contoured depth gauge and guard link
which deflect kickback force and allow
wood to gradually ride into the cutter. 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,
Contoured Depth Gauge
D Elongated Guard Link
....
Low-Kickback _ and allowswood
Chain to gradually ride
into cufter
iL_-"_J_Can Obstruct Matedal
Not a Low- Kickback Chain
• Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce the
chance of your left hand contacting the chain
if your hand slips off the front handlebar,
• Position of front and rear handlebars, de-
signed with distance between handtes and
"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 BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE
• Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in
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 KICK-
BACK. Kickback is a lightning fast action
which throws the bar and rotating chain back
and up toward the operator. Kickback can be
Computed kickback angle (CKA)
BAR /
MODEL P/N Length /
/
BH2160 LE 952044370 16" |
caused by allowing contact of the bar tip in the
danger zone with any hard object, Kickback
can also be caused by pinching the saw chain
along the top of tt_eguide bar. This action may
push the guide bar rapidly back toward the op-
erator. Either of these events may cause you
to tose control of the saw which could result in
serious injury or even death. DO NOT RELY
UPON ANY OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTO
YOUR SAW. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW
PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID
KICKBACK. Reduced-kickback guide bars
and low-kickback saw chains reduce the
chance and magnitude of kickback and are
recommended, Your saw has a low kickback
chain and bar as original equipment, Repairs
on a chain brake should be made by an autho-
rized servicing deaIer. Take your unit to the
place of purchase if purchased from a servic-
ing dealer, or to the nearest authorized master
service dealer.
• Tip contact in some cases may cause a light-
ning fast reverse REACTION, kicking guide
bar up and back toward operator.
• Pinching the saw chain along the top of the
guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back toward the operator.
• Either of these reactions may cause you to
lose control of the saw which could result in
serious injury. Do not rety exclusively upon
devices built into your saw,
_, WARNING: Computed kickback
angle (CKA) listed on your saw and listed inthe
CKA table below represents angle of kickback
your bar and chain combinations will have
when tested in accordance with CSA (Cana-
diae Standards Association) and ANSI stan-
dards. When purchasing replacement bar and
chain, considerations should be given to the
lower CKA values. Lower CKA values repre-
sent safer angles to the user, higher values in-
dicate more angle and higher kick energies.
Computed angles represented indicate 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 break and resulting
kick angle of saw. In all cases lower CKA val-
ues represent a safer operating environment
for the user.
The following guide bar and chain combina-
tions meet kickback requirements of CSA
Standards Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1
when used on saws listed in this manual.
Use of bar and chain combinations other
than those tisted is not recommended and
may not meet the CKA requirements per
standard.
Table I
CHAIN P/N I CKA without chain brake
952051211 ! 19 °

NOTE:ifthissawistobeusedforcam-
merciallogging,achah_brakeisrequired
andshallnotberemovedorotherwisedis-
abledtocomplywithFederalOSHARegula-
tionsforCommercialLogging.
SAFETYNOTICE:Exposuretovibrations
throughprolongeduseofgasolinepowered
handtoolscouIdcausebloodvesselornerve
damageinthefingers,hands,andjointsof
peoplepronetocirculationdisordersor
abnormalswellings.Prolongeduseincold
weatherhasbeenlinked to blood vessel
damage in otherwise healthy people. If
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain,
loss of strength, change in skin color or texture,
or toss 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
SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresth_g screen which meets the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of
California, Idaho, Mah_e, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion engines
to be equipped with a spark arresting screen.
if you operate a chain saw in a state or Iocale
where such regulations exist, you are legally
responsible for maintaining the operating
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is
a violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE
section for maintenance of the spark
arresting screen.
Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precau-
tions can result in serious injury, if situations
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: This saw is listed by Under-
writer's Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with:
ANSI B175.1-2000 American National
Standards for Gasoline-Powered Chain
Saws - Safety Requirements
CSA Z62.1-03 Chain Saws - Occupational
Health and Safety
CSA Z62.3-96 Chain Saw Kickback Occu-
pational Health and Safety
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING TH E BAR & CHAIN (if not
already attached)
WARNING: if received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure. Al-
ways wear gloves when handling the chain.
The chain is sharp and can cut you even when
it is not moving!
1. Loosen and remove the chain brake
nuts and the chain brake from the saw.
2. Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if
present). Location of shipping spacer
G
a_ Chain Brak_e
Ch Nuts
Bar Tool
3. An adjusting pin and screw is used to ad-
just the tension of the chain, it is very im-
portant when assembling the bar, that the
pin located on the adjusting screw aligns
intoa hole in the bar. Turning the screw will
move the adjustment pin up and down the
screw. Locate this adjustment before you
begin mounting the bar onto the saw. See
illustration below.
inside view of
_,__hain Brake
Adjustment located on Chain Brake
4. Turn the adjusting screw by hand coun-
terclockwise until the adjusting pin just
touches the stop. This should aflow the
pin to be near the correct position.
5. Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until
guide bar stops against clutch drum
sprocket.
6. Carefully remove the chain from the pack-
age. Hold chain with the drive links as
shown.
_ ip of
Bar
DIIRECTION OF ROTATION

Cutters DepthGauge
DriveLinks
Placechainontothesprocket
7. Placechainoverandbehindclutch,fit-
tingthedrivelinksintheclutchdrum
sprocket.
8. Fitbottomofdrivelinksbetweenthe
teethinthesprocketinthenoseofthe
guidebar.
9. Fitchaindrivelinksintobargroove.
10.Pullguidebarforwarduntilchainissnug
inguidebargroove.Ensurealldrive
linksareinthebargroove.
NOTE: CHAIN BRAKE MUST BE
DISENGAGED BEFORE INSTALLA-
TION ON THE SAW. TO DISENGAGE
CHAIN BRAKE, PULL THE FRONT
HAND GUARD BACK TOWARD THE
REAR OF THE CHAIN BRAKE AS
FAR AS POSSIBLE (SEE ILLUSTRA-
TION).
DISENGAGED _
GAGED
/
11. Now, installchain brakemaking surethe
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower
hole in the guide bar. Remember this pin
moves the bar forward and backward as
the screw is turned.
12. Install chain brake nuts and finger tight-
en only. Once the chain is tensioned,
you will need to tighten chain brake nuts.
CHAIN TENSION
(including units with chain already h_stalled)
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:
Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust-
ment toot (bar tool) to move the chain around
the bar. If the chain does net rotate, it is too
tight. Ifteo loose, the chain will sag below the
bar.
Chain Adjustment
Chain Brake Nuts Tool (Bar Toot)
Adjusting the tension:
Chah_ tension is very h_qportant> 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.
You can adjust the chain tension by loosen-
ing the chain brake nuts and turning the ad-
justing screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting up on
the bar.
•If chain is too tight, turn adjusting screw 1/4
turn counterclockwise.
• If chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw
1/4 turn clockwise.
,--Z:Z_ZD--/o/Adjust,ng / /
"_ I_ Screw "f J
Chain Brake Nuts Guide Bar
Adjusting Screw - 1/4 Turn
• Lift up the tip of the bar and tighten the
chain brake nuts with the bar tool.
• Recheck chain tension.
Chain Brake
_IWARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.

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 vadous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Chain Front Hand Guard ''-_ r'J) t_,_/- Front Handle
Adjustment Tool I II I k- Starter Roe
tBerToo,/ I\.,", /P
/_ _ k'_l _/ ON/STOP
I_t _1====_1==1=_ _ F/_ _ _/_- Switch
Cha,'_' n Muffler fill
' -*_IA F/IIIII "_z._"_//k"_J Primer
Bulb
Bar Oil Fill Cap Housing Fuel Mix Fill Cap
Cylinder Cover
ThrottIe Chain
Lockout Direction
of Travel
Guide Bar
Throttte Choke/ _ Chain Brake
Trigger Fast Idle Chain Chain Nuts Bar Sprocket Hole
Lever Brake Catcher
ON/STOP SWITCH
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the
engine.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
The THROTI-LE TRIGGER controls engine
speed.
THROTTLE LOCK-OUT
The THROTi-LE LOCK-OUT must be
pressed before you can squeeze the throttle
trigger. This feature prevents you from acci-
dentally 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
dudng cold starting.
PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the car-
buretor to provide quicker starting.
CHAIN BRAKE
The CHAIN BRAKE is a device designed to
stop the chain if kickback occurs. The chain
brake activates automatically in the event of
kickback. The chain brake activates manually
if the front hand guard is pushed forward. The
chain brake is disengaged by pulling the front
hand guard back toward the front handle as far
as possible.
CHAIN TENSION
it is normal for a new chain to stretch during the
first 15 minutes of operation. You should check
your chain tension frequently. See CHAIN
TENSION under the ASSEMBLY section.
WARNING: Muffler is very hot dur-
ing and after use. Do not touch the muffler or
allow combustible material such as dry
grass or fuel to do so.

FUELING ENGINE
_ WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow-
ly when refueling.
HELPFUL TIP
[JJl_J\ Toobtain thecorrect oil mix i
_J_l_il j ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of
I\1 -iF/ 2-cY cle synthetic oil into I
[ _ one gallon of fresh gas. J
This engh_e is certified to operate on un-
leaded 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. PouIan/WEED EATER
brand synthetic oil is recommended. A 40:1
ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml)
of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gaso-
lh_e. Included with this saw is a 3.2 ounce con-
tainer of Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthet-
ic oil. Pour the entire contents of this container
into 1 gallon of gasoline to achieve the proper
fuel mixture.
DO NOT USE automotive or marine oil
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on
the container. Always read and follow the
safety rules listed under HANDLE FUEL
WITH CAUTION.
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require continuous _ubri-
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
shown by smoke coming from the chain and/
or discoloration of the bar.
In freezing weather oil will thicken, making it
necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a
small amount (5 to 10%) of #f Diesel Fuel or
kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil
for adequate _ubrication.
Genuine Poulan bar and chain oil is recom-
mended to protect your unit against exces-
sive wear from heat and friction. Poulan oil
resists high temperature thinning.
If Poulan bar and chain oil is not available,
use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
• Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-
cation.
• Always 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.
Z_
r=WARNING: The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
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.
Use only 15" - 18" (38 - 45 cm) of
rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
Starter Rope Handle
Le Hand
I,\ I__T.! OHnaFc_Oent
Right Foot Through Rear Handle
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When pul_ing the starter rope, do not use the
full extent of the rope as this can cause the
rope to break. Do not let starter rope snap
back. Hold the handle and let the rope re-
wind 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 attempt to cut material with
the choke/fast idle lever in the FULL OH O KE
position.
JHELPFUL TIP J
!f your engine still does not J
start after following these J
instructions, please call
1-800- 554 -6723.
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, the correct throttle setting for starting
is set automatically.

ON/STOPSWITCH
(_.SIDEVIEW)
ON
-,72' STOP
1. MoveON/STOPswitchtotheONposi-
tion.
2. Pullchoke/fastidleleverouttothefull
extent(totheFULLCHOKEposition).
3. Slowlypressprimerbulb6times.
4. Pullthestarterropesharply5timeswith
yourrighthand.Then.proceedtothe
nextstep.
NOTE:Iftheenginesoundsasifitistrying
tostartbeforethe5thpull,stoppullingand
immediatelyproceedtothenextstep.
5. Pushthechoke/fastidleleverintothe
HALFCHOKEposition.
CHOKE/FASTIDLELEVER
o_IEW)
J J
Ch _
fast idle lever OFF HALF FULL
6. Pull the starter rope sharply with your
right hand until the engine starts.
7. Allow the engine to run for approximate-
ly 5 seconds. Then. squeeze and re-
lease the throttle trigger to allow engine
to return to 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 primer bulb 6 times.
4. Pull the starter rope sharply 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.
Starting could require pulling the starter rope
handle many times depending on how badly
the unit is flooded. If engine fails to start, refer
to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.
CHAIN BRAKE
_WARNING: If the brake band is
worn too thh_ 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 autho-
rized service dealer ifany part is worn to less
than 0.020" (0.5 mm) thick. Repairs on a
chain brake should be made by an autho-
rized service dealer. Take your unit to the
place of purchase if purchased from a ser-
vicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized
master service dealer.
• This saw is equipped with a chain brake.
The brake is designed to stop the chain if
kickback occurs.
• The inertia-activated chain brake is
activated if the front hand guard is pushed
forward, either manually (by hand) or
automatically (by sudden movement).
• If the brake is already activated, it is
disengaged by pulling the front hand guard
back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
• When cutting with the saw. the chain brake
must be disengaged.
Disengaged _
'_ Engaged
Braking function control
CAUTION: The chain brake must be
checked several times daily. The engine
must be running when performing this proce-
dure. This is the only instance when the saw
should be placed on the ground with the en-
gine running.
Place the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear
handle with your right hand and the front han-
dle with your left hand. Apply full throttle by
fully depressing the throttle trigger. Activate
the chain brake by turning your teft 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 the rear handle with your right hand and
the front handle with your left hand, Hold the
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.
IMPORTANT POINTS
• Check chain tension before first use and
after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN
TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section.
• Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,
masonry, non-wood building materials, etc.
• Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign
object. Inspect the saw and repair or re-
place parts as necessary.
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• Keepthechainoutofdirtandsand.Evena
smallamountofdirtwillquicklydullachain
andthusincreasethepossibilityofkickback.
• Practicecuttingafewsmalllogsusingthe
followingtechniquestogetthe"feel"ofus-
ingyoursawbeforeyoubeginamajor
sawingoperation.
• Squeezethethrottletriggerandallow
theenginetoreachfullspeedbefore
cutting.
• Begincuttingwiththesawframe
againstthelog.
• Keeptheengineatfullspeedtheentire
timeyouarecutting.
• Allowthechaintocutforyou.Exertonly
lightdownwardpressure.Ifyouforce
thecut,damagetothebar,chain,oren-
ginecanresult.
• Releasethethrottletriggerassoonas
thecutiscompleted,allowingtheen-
ginetoidle.Ifyourunthesawatfull
throttlewithoutacuttingload,unneces-
sarywearcanoccurtothechain,bar,
andengine.It is recommended that
the engine not be operated for lon-
ger than 30 seconds at full throttle.
• To avoid Iosh_gcontrol when cut is com-
plete, do not put pressure on saw at end
of cut.
• Stop the engine before setting the saw
down after cutting.
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES
_WARNING: Check for broken or
dead branches which can fall while cutting
causing serious injury, Do not cut near build-
ings or electrical wires if you do not know the
direction of tree fall, nor cut at night since you
will not be ale to see well, nor during bad
weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds,
etc. if the tree makes contact with any utility
line, the utility company should be notified
immediately.
• Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance.
• Cleartheworkarea, You needacieararea
all around the tree so you can have secure
footing.
• The chain saw operator should keep on
the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is
likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled.
• Study the natural conditions that can cause
the tree to fall in a particular direction,
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to
fall in a particular direction include:
• The wind direction and speed.
• The lean of the tree. The lean of a tree
might not be apparent due to uneven or
sloping terrain, Use a plumb or level to de-
termine the direction of tree lean.
• Weight and branches on one side.
• Surrounding trees and obstacles.
Look for decay and rot, If thetrunk 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
fail. Maintain a distance of 2-t/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, sta-
ples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to
be made.
Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diag-
onal to the line of fall.
_Plan a clear retreat path
.... _.._-"_1 _- Direction of Fall
45 ° ..
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y,'_.es"
FELLING LARGE TREES
(6 inches (15 cm) in diameter or larger)
The notch method is used to fell large trees.
A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the de-
sired direction of fall. After a felling cut is
made on the opposite side of tree, the tree
will tend to fall into the notch.
NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,
remove them before making the notch. If us-
ing saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw
chain from contacting ground to prevent dull-
ing of the chain.
NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE
TREE
•Make notch cut by cutting the top of the
notch first. Out through 1/3 of the diameter
of the tree. Next complete the notch by cut-
ting the bottom of the notch. See illustra-
tion. Once the notch is cut remove the
notch of wood from the tree.
Final (felling) cut here, 2 inches
(5 cm) above center of notch.
First cut } 2'; I /
"-.b, I/
• After removing the wood from the notch,
make the felling cut on the opposite side of
the notch. This is done by making a cut about
two inches (5 cm) higher than the center of
the notch. This will leave enough uncut wood
between the felling cut and the notch to form
a hinge. This hinge will help prevent the tree
from falling in the wrong direction.
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Hinge holds tree on stump and helps
control fall Opening
of felling
Closing of
notch
NOTE: Before fellng cut is complete, use
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.
• Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to
fall: cracking sounds, widening of the fell-
ing cut, or movement in the upper
branches.
• As tree starts to fall stop saw, put it down,
and get away quickly on your planned re-
treat path.
• DO NOT cut down a parlalIy fallen tree
with your saw. Be extremely cautious with
partially fallen trees that may be poorly
supported, When a tree doesn't fa/com-
pletely, set the saw aside and pu/down the
tree with a cable winch, block and tackle,
or tractor.
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE
(BUCKING)
BucMng is the term used for cutting a fallen
tree to the desired log size,
_ 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
• Cut only one log at a time.
• Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp
pieces of wood could be flung toward opera-
tor,
• Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never
allow another person to hold the log while
cutting and never hold the tog with your leg
or foot,
• 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
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, You can lose control ofthe saw resulting
in injury and/or damagetothe saw. Stopthe
saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the
cut until the saw can be removed easily. Re-
start the saw and carefully reenter the cut. To
avoid kickback and chain damage, do not
use a metal wedge, Do not attempt to restart
your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log.
Use a wedge to remove pinched saw
Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open,
Overcutting begins on the top side of the log
with the bottom of the saw against the tog.
When overcutting use light downward pres-
sure.
_,_Overcutting _ 3 _ L./
Undercutting involves cutting on the under-
side of the log with top of saw against the log.
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 the compres-
sion side of the log, The compression side of
the log is where the pressure of the log's
weight is concentrated,
First cut on compression side of log
Second cut
Second cut
First cut on compression side of tog
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
•Overcut through t/3 of the diameter of the
log.
• Roll the tog over and finish with a second
overcut,
• Watch for logs with a compression side to
prevent the saw from pinching, See i-
lustrations for cutting logs with a compres-
sion side.
BUCKING USING A LOG OR
SUPPORT STAND
• Remember your first cut is always on the
compression side of the log,
(Refer to the illustrations below for your
first and second cut)
• Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the
diameter of the log,
• Finish with your second cut.
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Using a log for support
2 nd Cut
I st Cut
,_1 st Cut
Using a support stand
2 nd Cut X_
ut
/- _ 1st Cut
_A\_ -_ ,_
LIMBING AND PRUNING
WARNING: Bealertforandguard
against kickback, Do not allow the moving
chain to contact any other branches or objects
at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or
pruning. Allowing such contact can result in
serious injury,
_WARNING: Neverslimbintoatreeto
limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, plat-
forms, a log, or in any position which can cause
you to lose your balance or control of the saw.
IMPORTANT POINTS
• Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the saw, Maintain secure footing
and balance,
• Watch out for springpoles. Springpoies are
small size limbs which can catch the saw
chain and whip toward you or pull you off bal-
ance. Use extreme caution when cutting
small size limbs or slender material,
• Be alert for springback, Watch out for
branches that are bent or under pressure.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the
saw when the tension in the wood fibers is
released.
• Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
LIMBING
• Always limbatreeafter itis cutdown. Only
then can limbing be done safely and prop-
erly,
• Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled
tree to support the tree as you work.
• Start at the base of the felled tree and work
toward the top, cutting branches and limbs.
Remove small limbs with one cut.
• Keep the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.
• Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT,
• Atways use an overcut to cut small and free-
ly 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
branches are higher than your shoulder. Get a
professional to do the job.
• Make your first cut I/3 of the way through the
bottom of the limb,
• Next make a 2nd cut all the way through
the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving a
1 to 2 inch (2.5 to 5 cm) collar from the truck
of the tree.
_ThiPrl! Sec°nd cut_'_
Collar lit_
"_!_ _ First cut
/Pruning technique
z_ WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized or Master Service Dealer.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
/'j_lmllL_ ,repairs other than the rec-
Ur _,_ _ ommended maintenance
_Vdll_ ___] described in the instruction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
!f any dealer other than an authodzed
service dealer performs work on the
product, Poulan may not pay for repairs
under warranty. It is your responsibility
to maintain and perform general mainte-
nanoe.
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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 -
Each hour of operation is approximately
2 tanks of fuel.
AIR FILTER
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable solvent to avoid creating
a fire hazard or producing harmful evapora-
tive emissions.
Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases the life and perfor-
mance of the engine and h_creases fuel con-
sumption and harmful emissions. Always
ctean your air filter after 10 tanks of fuel or 5
hours of operation, whichever comes first.
Clean more frequently h_dusty conditions. A
used air filter can never be completely
cleaned, it is advisable to replace your air fil-
ter with a new one after every 50 hours of op-
eration, or annually, whichever comes first.
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
2. Remove cylinder cover.
3. Remove air filter.
4. Clean the air filter using hot soapy water.
Rh_se with clean cool water. Air dry
completely 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 (SAE 30).
Squeeze excess oil from filter.
6. Reinstall air filter.
7. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws.
Tighten securely.
_ I Cylinder Cover
Air Filter _f Screws
er
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
_WARNING: The muffler on this
product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer.
As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,
and must be removed to avoid creating a fire
hazard or affecting engine performance.
Replace the spark arresting screen if breaks
OCCUr.
CLEANING THE SPARK ARREST-
ING SCREEN
Cleaning is required every 25 hours of op-
eration or annually, whichever comes first.
Outlet
Guide
Backplate Muffler
Gasket
Muffler
/Muffler
_/ Bolts
Bolt Cover Locknut
1. Loosen and remove the Iocknutfrom the
bott cover.
2. Remove the bolt cover.
3. Loosen and remove the 2 muffler bolts.
Remove the muffler, muffler gasket, out-
let guide and backplate. Notice the ori-
entation of these parts for reassembling.
4. Locate the 2 outlet cover screws on the
muffler. Loosen and remove both
screws.
5. Remove the outlet cover.
_ Outlet Cover BACK VIEW OF
MUFFLER
Screws Muffler
Spark Arresting
Screen
6. Remove spark arresting screen.
7. Clean the spark arresting screen with a
wire brush. Replace screen if any wires
are broken or screen is blocked after clea-
ning.
8. Reinstall spark arresting screen.
9. Reinstall outlet cover and 2 screws. En-
sure outlet cover and both screws are
reinstalled correctly (see illustrations) to
prevent damage to the saw. The ex-
haust outlet must face the chain brake
(bar side) of the saw.
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Outlet Cover
Exhaust _. _/
Outlet _o?';_ 2-.""-_"_. `
Exhaust Outlet must Nee chain
brake (bar side) of chain saw
10. Inspect the muffler gasket and replace if
damaged.
11. Reinstall baskplate, outlet guide, muffler
gasket, and muffler using muffler bolts.
Tighten until secure.
12. Reinstall bolt cover and Iocknut. Tighten
securely.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
_l_ WARNING: The chain will be mov-
ing during most of this procedure. Wear your
protective equipment and observe all safety
precautions. The chain must not move at idle
speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if
you notice any of the following conditions:
•Chain moves at idle. See iDLE SPEED-T
adjusting procedure.
• Saw will not idle. See IDLE SPEED-T ad-
justing procedure.
Idle Speed-T
Allow engine to idle. If the chain moves, idle
is too fast. Ifthe engine stalls, idle is too slow.
Adjust speed until engine runs without chain
movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too
slow). The idle speed screw is located in the
area above the primer bulb and is labeled T.
• Turn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to in-
crease engine speed.
• Turn idle speed screw (T) counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed.
If you require further assistance or are unsure
about peffon-ning 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 neces-
sary to service your bar. A worn bar will dam-
age your chain and make cutting difficult.
After each use. ensure ON/STOP switch is
in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust
from the guide bar and sprocket hole.
To maintain guide bar:
• Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-
tion.
• Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and
chain brake, Remove bar and chain from
saw.
• Clean the oil holes and bar groove after
each 5 hours of operation.
Remove Sawdust From
Guide Bar Groove
\
Oil Holes oc
• Burring of guide bar rails is a normal
process of rail wear. Remove these burrs
with a flat file.
• When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to re-
store square edges and sides.
_ File Rail Edges_ FI FI
and Sides I U I
Square ] ]
Worn Groove Correct Groove
Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when exce-
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
on the decal located on the chain saw.
CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain sharpening is a complicated task that
requires special toots. We recommended
you refer chain sharpening to a professional
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
discard.
5. Replace with Champion RCJ-7Yspark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
(19 mm) socket wrench. Spark plug gap
should be 0.025 inch (0.6 mm).
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3
screws. Tighten securely.
Screws Cover
Plug Boot
Spark
Plug
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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.
Store unit with all guards in place. Position so
that any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause h3jury to passersby. Store the unit out
of reach of children.
• Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
•Clean the unit before storing. Pay particu-
lar attention to the air intake area, keeping
it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and
sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.
• Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-
dren.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
HELPFUL TIP I
Duringstorageofyourgas/ I
_1_,_ oil mixture, the oil will sepa: I
'l_l_Y._\ rate from the gas. I
,m_] We recommend that you I
_--_ljlrj shake the gas can weekly I
to insure proper blending of I
the gas and oil. I
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 gasohoI 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?
Call 1-800-554-6723.
NEED SERVICE PART?
Contact your dealer or place of purchase.
_, 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 REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
CAUSE
1. ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. FueI 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.
1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine will 1. Idle speed requires
not idle adjustment.
properly. 2. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Engine wilt 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 deater.
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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Poulan warrants to the original purchaser
that each new Poulan brand gasoline chain
saw is free from defects in material and
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace
under this warranty any defective gasoline
chain saw as follows from the original date of
purchase.
1YEAR -Parts and Labor, when used for
Household purposes.
60 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for
Commercial Professional, or Income Pro-
ducing purposes.
30 DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental
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 Poulan for
this chain saw. Additionally, this warranty
does not cover damage caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance, or if the
saw is altered in any way which in our judge-
ment affects its condition or operation. This
warranty does not cover tune-up, spark
plugs, filters, starter ropes, starter springs,
chain sharpening, bars, chains, and other
parts which wear and require replacement
with reasonable use during the warranty pe-
riod. This warranty does not cover predeliv-
ery set-up, installation of guide bar and
chain, and normal adjustments explained in
the instruction manual such as carburetor
adjustments 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 EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIEDWAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
The policy of Poulan is to continuously
improve its products. Therefore, Poulan re-
serves the right to change, modify, or discon-
tinue models, designs, specifications, and
accessories of all products at any time with-
out notice or obligation to any purchaser.
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-
TIONS: The U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency, California Air Resources Board, Envi-
ronment Canada and Poulan/WEED EATER
are pleased to explain the emissions control
system warranty on your year 2005 and later
small off-road engine, in California, all small
off-roed engines must be designed, built, and
equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-
smog standards. PoulanANEED EATER must
warrant the emission control system on your
small off-road engine for the periods of time
listed below provided there has been no
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of
your small off-road engine. Your emission
control system includes parts such as the
carburetor and the ignition system. Where a
warrantabie condition exists, Poulan/WEED
EATER will repair your small off-roed engine
engine at no cost to you. Expenses covered
under warranty include diagnosis, parts and la-
bor, MANUFACTURER'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 materials or workmanship of the engine
causes the failure of such an emission related
part, the part will be repaired or replaced by
PoulanANEED EATER. OWNER'S WAR-
RANTY RESPONSlBIUTIES: As the small
off-roed engine engine owner, you are respon-
sible for the performance of the required main-
tenance listed in your instruction manual Pou-
lan/WEED EATER recommends that you
retain all receipts covering maintenance on
your small off-roed engine, but PoulanANEED
EATER cannot deny warranty solely for the
lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the
performance of all scheduled maintenance.
As the small off-road engine engine owner,
you should be aware that PouianANEED EAT-
ER may deny you warranty coverage if your
small off-road engine engine or a part of ithas
failed due to abuse, neglect, improper mainte-
nance, unapproved modifications, or the use of
parts not made or approved by the original
equipment manufacturer, You are responsible
for presenting your small off-roed engine to a
PoulanANEED EATER authorized repair cen-
ter as soon as a problem exists. Warranty re-
pairs should be completed in a reasonable
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you
have any questions regarding your warranty
rights and responsibilities, you should contact
your nearest authorized service center or call
Poulan/WEED EATER at 1-800-554-6723.
WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE:
The warranty period begins on the date the
small off-roed engine is purchased. LENGTH
OF COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a
period of two years from the initial date of pur-
chase. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-
placement of any warranted part will be per-
formed at no charge to the owner at an ap-
proved PoulanANEED EATER servicing
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center. If you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact your nearest authorized service
center or call PouIan/WEED EATER 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 replace as necessary"
shall be warranted for 2 years. Any warranted
part which is scheduled for replacement as re-
quired maintenance shall be warranted for the
period of time up to the first scheduled replace-
ment point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The
owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor
which leads to the determination that a war-
ranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is
performed at an approved Poulan/WEED
EATER servicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES: PouIanANEED EATER may be li-
able for damages to other engine components
caused by the failure of a warranted part still
under warranty. WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
All failures caused by abuse, neglect, or im-
proper maintenance are not covered. ADD-
ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The use of add-
on or modified parts can be ,qrounds for
disallowing a warranty claim. Poulan/WEED
EATER is not liable to cover failures of war-
ranted parts caused by the use of edd-on or
modified parts, HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If
you have any questions regarding your war-
ranty rights and responsibilities, you should
contact your nearest authorized service center
or call Poulan/WEED EATER at
1-800-554-6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-
pairs shall be provided at all Poulan/WEED
EATER service centers. Call:
1-800-554-6723 MAINTENANCE, RE-
PLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION
RELATED PARTS: Any Poulan/WEED EAT-
ER approved replacement part used in the per-
formance of any warranty maintenance or re-
pair on emission related parts will be provided
without charge to the owner ifthe part is under
warranty. EMISSION CONTROL WARRAN-
TY PARTS UST: Carburetor, Ignition System:
Spark Plug (covered up to maintenance
schedule), Ignition Module, Muffler including
catalyst, MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The
owner is responsible for the performance of all
required maintenance as defined in the instruc-
tion manual.
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.
41 I 61 I 81 I
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:
[] Moderate (50 hours)
[] Intermediate (125 hours)
[] Extended (300 hours)
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ADVERTENClA:iEsta
sierra de cadena puede ser
peligrosa! El uso descuidado
o indebido de esta herramienta
puede causar graves heridas.
D Lea y comprenda et
manual de instruc-
ciones antes de usar la
sierra.
Use siempre la proteccion de oidos apropiada, la proteccion de
ojos y la protecci6n de la cabeza.
Use siempre las dos manos cuando trabaje con la sierra de
oadena.
ADVERTENClA: Debe evitarse cualquier contacto de
la punta de la barra guia con cualguier objeto, ya que puede
causar que la barra guia se desplace repentinamente hacia
arriba y hacia atr&.s, con posibles graves heridas.
MAximo valor de kickback medido sin et freno de cadena para la
combinaci6n de barra y cadena indicada en la etiqueta.
'_ ADVERTENCIA: Desconecte
siempre el cable de la bujia y colSquelo
donde no puede entrar en contacto con el
bujia, para evitar cualquier arranque acci-
dental al preparar, transportar, ajustar o re-
parar el aparato, excepto en e} case de
ajustes al carburador.
Debido a que las sierras de cadena son
instrumentos para cortar madera a alta velo-
cidad, deben observarse precauciones de
seguridad especia}es para reducir el riesgo
de accidentes. El use descuidado o indebi-
do de esta herramienta puede causar
graves heridas.
PIENSE ANTES DE PROCEDER
• Antes de utilizar ta sierra, lea attentamente
este manual hasta estar seguro o compren-
dedo comptetamente y poder seguir todas
tas reglas de seguridad, precaucions e
instrucciones de uso que se dan en el.
• Umite el uso de la sierra a aquellos usuarios
adultos que comprendad y puedan imple-
mentar todas las precauciones, reglas de
seguridad e instrucciones de uso que se en-
cuentran en este manual.
Proteccion Casco Duro
de Oidos _
_. =-J Proteceion de
_'_I_I_ Ojos
Ropa Ajustada
al Cuerpo _ Guantes de
Uso Industrial
Zapatos de Pantorrilleras
Seguridad uridad
•Use equipo protector. Siempre use calzado
de seguridad con puntas de acero y suelas
anti-destizantes; ropa ajustada el cuerpo;
guantes gruesos de uso industrial anti-desli-
zantes; protecci6n de ojos tales como gafas
de seguridad que no se empa[_an y con ab-
erturas de ventillaci6n o mascara protectora
para la cara; casco duro aprobado; y barrera
de sonido (tapones de oido u orejeras anti-
sonido) para proteger la audicion. Los que
usan sierras de fuerza deberan hacerse re-
visar la audici6n frecuentemente ya que el
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ruido de las sierras de cadena puede da_fiar
tos oidos.
• Mantenga todas las partes del cuerpo aieja-
das de la cadena siempre que el motor este
en funcionamiento.
• Mantenga a los niSos, espectadores y anF
males a una distancia minima de t0 metros
(30 pies) de1Area de trabajo o cuando esta
haoieeoo arranoar el motor.
• No levante ni opere la sierras de cadena
cuando estA faigado, enfermo, ansioso o si
ha tornado alcohol, drogas o remedios. Es
imprescindible que ed. este en buenas con-
diciones fisicas y alerta mentalmente. Si ud.
sufre de cualquier condici6n que pueda em-
peorar con el trabajo arduo, ases6rese con
su medico.
• No ponga en marcha ia sierra sin tener un
Area de trabajo despejada, superficie est-
able para pararse y, siesta derrubando
arboles, un camino predeterminado de retro-
eeso.
USE LA SIERRA OBSERVANDO
TODOS LOS PROCEDIMIENTOS
DE SEGURIDAD
• Mantenga }as dos manos en las manijas
siempre que el aparato este en march& El
uso del aparato con una sola mano puede
causar graves heridas al usuario, a los asis-
tentes, o a los espectadores. Las sierras de
cadena est&.n diseSadas para que se las use
con las dos manos en todo momento.
• Haga uso de la sierra de cadena Onicamente
en lugares exteriores bien ventiltados.
• No haga uso de la sierra desde las escaler-
as portatiles ni de los arboles.
• AsegQrese de que la cadena no vaya a hac-
er contacto con ningLin objeto antes de pon-
er en marcha el motor. Nunca intente hacer
arrancar la sierra con ta barra quia en un
corte.
• No aplique presi6n a la sierra al final de los
cortes. Apiicar presi6n puede hacer que
pierda el control al completarse el corte.
• Pare el motor antes de apoyar la sierra en
ningOn tado.
• No ponga en funcionamiento ia sierra de ca-
dena si esta daSada, incorrectamente ajus-
tad& o si no esta armada completa y segu-
ramente. Siempre cambie el barre, cadena,
protector de mano, freno de cadena, o el
otras piezas immediatamente si da[fiado,
roto, o se sate pot cualquier motivo.
• Cuando cargue la sierra de cadena en las
manos, hagalo con et motor parado, el silen-
ciador alejado det cuerpo, y la cadena hacia
atras y cubierta con un estuche.
MANTENGA LA SIERRA EN BUE-
NAS CONDICIONES DE FUNC-
TIONAMIENTO
• Ueve la sierra de cadena a un proveedor de
servicio autorizado para que haga todo ser-
vicio menos aqueIIos procedimientos lista-
dos en la seccion de mantenimiento de este
manual. Por ejempplo, si se usae herra-
mientas que no corresponden para retirar o
sostener el volaete al hacer servicio al era-
brague, pueden ocurrir daffios estructurates
at volante y causar que reviente.
• AsegQrese de que la cadena se detenga por
completo cuando se suelta el gatillo. Para
hacer correcciones, yea los AJUSTES AL
CARBURADOR.
• Nunca haga modificaciones de ninguna in-
dole a su sierra.
• Mantenga las manijas secas, limpias y libres
de aceite o de mezcia de combustible.
• Mantenga las tapas y los fijadores blen fijos.
• Use exclusivamente los accesorios y re-
puestos Poulan recomendados.
MANEJE EL COMBUSTIBLE CON
EXTREMO CUIDADO
• No fume mientras trabaja con el combustible
ni cuando est#t haciendo uso de la sierra.
• Elimine todas las posibles fuentes de chis-
paso llamas en las _.reas donde se mezclao
vierte el combustible. No debe haber el fu-
mar, llamas abiertas, o trabajo que podria
causar chispas. Permita que el motor es frio
antes de reaprovisionar de combustible.
• Mezcte y vierta et combustible afuera y use
recipiente aprobado para combustibles y
marcado como tal. Umpie todos los der-
tames de combustible.
• Alejese a por lo mendos 3 metros (10 pies)
del lugar de abastecimiento antes de poner
el motor en march&
• Apague el motor y deje que la sierra se
enfrie en un lugar libre de substancias com-
bustibles y no sobre hojas secas, paja, pa-
pel, etc. Retire latapa Ientamente y reabas-
tezca el aparato.
• Guarde el aparato en un espaciuo fresco,
seco y bien ventilado donde los vapores del
combustible no pueden entrar en contacto
con chispas ni llamas ablertas provenientes
de termotangues, motores o interruptores
electricos, calefactores centrales, etc.
RECULADA
_ILADVERTENCIA: Evite reculada le
pueden causar graves heridas. Reculada
es el movimiento hacia et frente, hacia atras
o rapidamente hacia adelante, esto puede
ocurrir cuando la punta de la barra guia de la
sierra de oadena entra en oontaoto con ouat-
quier objeto como puede ser otra rama o
tronco, o ouando la madera se cierra y atas-
ca mientras se hace el corte. El entrar en
coetacto con algLin objeto extra{rio a la mad-
era le puede causar al usuario la perdida del
controI de la sierra de cadena.
• La Reculada Rotacional puede acontecer
cuando la cadena en movimiento entra en
contacto con algOn objeto en la parte superi-
or de la punta de la barra guia puede causar
que la cadena entre al material y se detenga
por un instante. El resultado es una reacci6n
inversa, a velocidad de ret#.mpago, que hace
recular la barra guia hacia arriba y hacia
atras hacia el usuario.
• La Reculada por Atasco aoontesen suan-
do la madera se cierra y atasca la cadena en
movimiento en el corte a Io largo de la parte
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