Poulan Pro PP3516AVX User manual

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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d'lnstructions
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PP3516AVX /PP4218AVX
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Poulan PRO Poulan PRO
t030 Stevens Creek Road 5855 TerryFox Way
Augusta, GA 30907 Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4
545186778 Rev. 1 4/15/08 BRW

WARNING! This chainsaw
can be dangerous! Careless or
improperuse can cause serious
or even fata}injury.
Always wear appropriate
ear protection, eye protec-
tion and head protection
w
Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the chain saw.
Measured maximum kick-
back value without chain
brake for the bar and chain
combination on the label
_:: (_ Atways use two hands when operating the chain saw.
WARNING! Contacting the guide bar tip with any ob-
ject should be avoided: tip contact may cause the guide
bar to move suddenly upward and backward, wMch may
cause serious injury
Sta. rting Reminder
J -- Move ON/STOP switch to
_ the ON posit,on.
Prime 6X
@ _ 6Sl°wlYtirqesPressprimer bulb
m
FulI Choke Pull choke/fast idle lever
('_'_ out to the full extent (to
the FULL CHOKE posi-
-- tion)
Pull5X Pullthe starter rope
_3)'-)r_t I sharply 5 times with your
right hand
m
(_)_ Push the choke/fast idle
12 tever in to the HALF
Halt Choke CHOKE position.
(_)_ Pull the starter rope sharply
with your right hand until
Pull to Start the engine starts.
I In Ifhl
Chain Tensioning
Uft lever on bar knob and
turn counterclockwise 1 turn
to loosen bar clamp.
Turn adjusting wheel (downward
direction) to tension chain until
chain solidly contacts bottom of
guide bar rail.
While lifting tip of guide bar, tight-
en bar knob (clockwise) securely.
Hand tighten only! Return lever
on bar knob to original position.

A_ikWARNING: Always disconnect
spark p}ug 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 woed-
cutting tooI, speciaI safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or if_proper use of this tool can
cause serious Enjury
PLAN AHEAD
•Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use the unif.
• Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
who understand and can fol}ow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions found in this manual
• Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed
safety footwear _th non-slip soles; snug-f_-
ting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gfoves;
eye protection such as non-fogging, vented
goggles or face screen; an approved safety
hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or
mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular
users should have hearing checked regular-
ly as chain saw noise can damage hearing.
Secure hair above shoulder length
Hearing /, Safety Hat
Protection
-_. _I_..j Eye
=_I_lI- Protection
Snug
Fitting --....._ mi_lL Heavy Duty
Clothing_l__/,Gioves
Safety _:!l[_!;i_Safety Chaps
Shoes._M_U /
• 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 al}ow 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, ilI, or upset, or if you have
taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You
must be in good physical condition and men-
tally atert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If
you have any condriion that might be aggra-
vated by strenuous work. check w_th your
doctor before operating a chain saw.
• Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance. Do not start cutting until you have a
clear work area, secure footing, and, if you
are fel_ing trees, a planned retreat path.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
• Do not operate a chain saw w_th one hand
Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by-
standers or any combination of these per-
sons may result from one-handed operation
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 atthe end of
the cut Applying pressure can cause you to
lose control when the cut is completed.
• Stop the engine before setting the saw
down.
• Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-
aged, improperly adjusted, or not com-
pIetely and securely assembled. Always
rep}ace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain
brake immediately ifit becomes damaged,
broken or is otherwise removed.
• With the engine stopped, hand carry the
chain saw with the muffier 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 all chain saw service performed by a
qualified service dealer with the exception
of the items tisted in the maintenance sec-
tion ofthis manual For example, ifimprop-
er tools are used to remove or hold 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 mowng
when the throttle trigger is released. For
correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-
JUSTMENT.
• 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 PRO accessories and re-
placement parts as recommended.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
• Do not smoke while handIing 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 nosmoking, open flames,
or work that could cause sparks. Allow en-
gine to cool 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 f O 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 _eaves,

straw,paper,etc.Slowlyremovefuetcap
andrefuelunit.
• Storetheunitandfuelfaanareawherefuel
vaporscannotreachsparksoropen
flamesfromwaterheaters,electricmotors
orswitchesfurnaces,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 theguide bar con-
tacts any object such as a fag or branch, or
when the wood cfases in and pinches the
saw chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign ob-
ject in the wood can also result in fass 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 fato 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.
•Pull4n 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 cuttfag 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
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK
• Recognize that kickback can happen
With a basic understanding of kickback,
you can reduce the element of surpdse
which contributes to accidents.
• Never Iet the moving chah 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. EIiminate 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 bar nuts are securely tight-
ened after tensioning the chain.
• Begin and continue cutting at ful} speed. If
the chain is moving at a slower speed, there
_sgreater chance of kickback occurring.
• Cut one fag at a time
• Use extreme caution when re-entering a
previous cut.
• Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of
the bar (p_unge cuts).
• Watch for shifting logs or other forces that
could cIose 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
left of the saw '_
_ Thumb on
underside of
handlebar
Never reverse
hand po
Elbow locked
Clear The
Working Area
Avoid Obstructions
Thumb on underside of
handlebar
• Keep a good, firm grip on the saw wkh both
hands when the engine is running and
don't }et 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 corn-

pletelyaroundtherearhandlewhether
youraredghthandedoNeffhanded.Keep
yourleftarmstraightwiththeelbow
locked
• Positionyourleft hand on the front handle-
bar so it is in a straight ltne w_th your right
hand on the rear handle when making
bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left
hand positions for any b/pe 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-
cuSt to maintain control of saw above
shoulder height.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
,li_ WARNING: Thefollowingfeatures
are included on your saw to help reduce the
hazard of kickback; however, such features
wilt not totalty eliminate this danger. As a
chain saw user, do not rely only on safety de-
vices. You must follow alt safety precau-
tions, instructions, and maintenance in this
manuaI to help avoid kickback and other
forces which can resuIt in serious injury.
• Reduced-Kickback Guide Ba£ 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 significantly 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
ReducedKickbackSymmetricalGuideBar
• Low-Kickback Chain, designed with a
contoured depth gauge and guard link
which deftect 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 sampte of chain saws be-
low 3.8 cubic inch displacement specified
in ANSI 8175.1
Chair, to gradual!y ride
nlo cutter
• Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce the
chance of your left hand contacting the chain
if your hand slips oft the front handlebar.
• Position of front and rear handlebars, de-
signed w_th distance between handles 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
,_I_WARNING: WE DO NOT REP-
RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS-
SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL
PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OPA KICK-
BACK. Kickback is a lightning fast action
which throws the bar and rotating chain back
and up toward the operator. Kickback can be
caused by allowing contact of the bar tip in time
danger zone with any hard object Kickback
can also be caused by pinching the saw chain
along the top of the guide baE This action may
push the guide bar rapidly back toward the op-
erator. 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 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 magn_ude of kickback and are
recommended. Your saw has a low kickback
chain and bar as edgina_ equipment. Repairs
on a chain brake should be made by an autho-
rized servicing dealer. Take your unit to the
place of purchase if purchased from a servic-
ing dealer, or to the nearest authorized master
service dealer.
• _p 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 rely exc}usively upon
devices built into your saw.

_ILWARNING: 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 w_h CSA (Cana-
dian Standards Association) and ANSI stan-
dards. When purchasing replacement bar and
chain, considera_ons shouid 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
Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table
BAR
MODEL P/N Length CHA}N P/N
PP3516AVX 95204-4369 16" 952051211
PP4218AVX 95204-4689 18" 952051338
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 egeraflng environment
for timeuser
The following guide bar and chain combina-
tions meet kickback requirements of CSA
Standards Z62.1, z6g.3. & ANSI B1751 when
used on saws listed in this manual Use of bar
and chain combinations other than those listed
is not recommended and may not meet the
CKA requirements per standard.
CKA without chain brake
33
33
NOTE: If this saw is to be used for com-
mercial logging, a chain brake is required
and sha_l not be removed or otherwise dis-
ab}ed to compIy with Federal OSHA Regula-
tions for Commercial Logging.
_IbWARNING: The engine exhaust
from this product contains chemica}s known
to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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
abnormal sweilings. 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, change in skin color or texture,
or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of th_s tool and seek
med_ca_ atten_on. An anti-vibration system
does not guarantee time avoidance of these
problems. Users who operate power tools on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the
cond_on of this tool
SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is equipped
with a temperature IimJting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the
requhements of California Codes 4442 and
4443 AII U.S. forest land and timestates of
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion engines to
be equipped _th a spark arresting screen. If
you operate a chain saw in a state or locale
where such regulations exist, you are legally
responsible for mdtntaJning 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
Precautions can result in serious injury, if
s_uafions occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgement If you
need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer or catl 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 Z62.1-08 Chain Saws - Occupational
Health and Safety
CSA Z62.3-96 Chain Saw Kickback Occu-
pationaI Heaifh and Safety

Protectivegioves(notprovided)shouldbe
wornduringassembly.
ATTACHINGTHEBAR&CHAIN(If
notalreadyattached)
_k WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure AI-
ways wear gloves when handling the chain.
The chain is sharp and can cut you even when
it is not moving!
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP
position.
2. Loosen and remove bar knobcomplete-
Iy by lifting lever and turning counter-
clockwise.
_OOSEN
3. Remove clutch cover and plastic ship-
ping spacer (if present).
g. Slide guide bar on bar bolts until guide
bar stops against clutch drum sprocket.
Guide bar
Bar bolts \\
5. Carefully remove the chain from the pack-
age. Hold chain with the drive links as
shown
DItREOTION OF ROTATION
Cutters Depth Gauge
Drive Links
6 PIace chain over and behind clutch re-
tainer, fitting the drive links in the clutch
drum sprocket
7 Pit bottom of drive links between the
teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the
guide bar.
8. Pit chain drive links into bar groove
9 Pullguide barforward untilchain is snug
in guide bar groove Ensure nil drive
links are in the bar groove.
10 Install clutch cover. Be sure adjusting
pin is in the adjusting pin hole in the
guide bar.
CAUTION: it is very important when instal-
ling the dutch cover that the adjusting p_n
aligns into the adjusting pin hole in the ban Fail-
ure to install the clutch cover correctly may re-
sult in permanent damage to your chain saw.
B__ck
view of
clutch
cover
Adjusting
11. tnstall bar knob and finger tighten only.
Once the chain is tensioned, you wiII
need to tighten bar knob
CHAIN TENSION (Including units
with chain already installed)
_ WARNING: Wear protective gloves
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and
can cut you even when _tis not moving.
NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,
make sure the bar knob is finger tight only
Attempting to tension the chain when the bar
knob is tight can cause damage.

Checking the tension:
Use a screwdriver to move chain around
guide bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too
tight, if the chain is too loose, itwill sag below
the bar.
3. Using a screwdriver, move chain around
guide bar to ensure all Iinks are in bar
groove.
4. While Iifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar
knob securely (clockwise). Hand tight-
en only!
Adjusting Bar Screwdriver
WheeI Knob
Adjusting the tension:
Chain tension Jsvery important. Chains stretch
dudng use. This _sespecially true during the
first few times you use your saw. Always check
chain tension each time you use and refuel
your saw.
1. Lift lever on bar knob and turn counter-
clockwise 1 turn to Ioosen bar clamp.
_OOSEN
2. Turn adjusting wheel (downward direc-
tion) to tension chain unti_ chain solidly
contacts bottom of guide bar rail. Lift tip
of guide bar whi_e adjusting tension
Tighten Loosen
chain chain
Adjusting Wheel
TIGHTEN
5. Push lever on bar knob down to return
lever to ctosed/Iocked position.
_,WARNING: Failure to push lever on
bar knob down to closed/locked position
couId result in serious personal injury or
damage to your chain saw
6 Use a screwdriver to move chain around
guide bar.
7 tf chain does not rotate, it is too tight.
Loosen bar knob 1 turn (counterclock-
wise); then, loosen chain by turning the
adjusting wheel 1/4 turn (upward direc-
tion). Retighten bar knob
8 if chain is too loose, it wiII sag below the
guide bar. DO NOT operate the saw if
the chain is loose.
WARNING: tf the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.
_1_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

KNOWYOURCHAINSAW
READTHiSINSTRUCT}ONMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOUR
CHAINSAWComparetheilluefrationswithyour unit to familiarize yourself with the location of
the various contrefs and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Front Handle
Front Hand Guard Starter Rope
Chain Muffler
ON/STOP
Switch Choke/
Fast Idle
Lever
Bar Bar Oit Fi]I Cap
Sprocket
Hole Starter Housing Fuel Mix Fill Cap Primer Bulb
Cylinder Cover Chain
_- Brake Chain
Throttle )Direction
Lockout
Rear of Travet
Handle _
Throttle Clutch Adjusting Bar
Trigger Cover Wheel Knob
Chain
Catcher
Guide Bar
ON/STOP SWITCH
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the
engine
THRO'FrLE TRIGGER
The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine
speed.
THROI-rLE LOCK-OUT
The THRO]q-LE LOCK-OUT must be
pressed before you can squeeze the throttle
trigger This feature prevents you from accF
dentatly squeezing the trigger.
CHOKE/EAST IDLE LEVER
The choke and fast idle are set by pulling the
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out to the full ex-
tent for cefd starting or after refaeIing. The
choke provides additional fuel to the engine
dunng cold starting.
PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER BULB circuIates fuef 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 kick-
back. The chain brake activates manually ffthe
front hand guard is pushed forward. The chain
brake is disengaged by pulIing the front hand
guard back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
CHAIN TENSION
It }s 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 combustib}e matedal such as dry
grass or fuel to do so

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
_ll, WARNING: Besuretoreadthefuet
handling information in the safety ru_essec-
tion ofthis manual beforeyou begin. Ifyou do
not understand the fuel handling information
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Seek help
from someone that does understand the in-
formation or calI the customer assistance
he}p Iine at f-800-554-6723
FUELING ENGINE
_lJ WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow-
ly when refue}ing.
This engine 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. Poulan/WEED
EATER brand synthetic oil _s recom-
mended. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
3.2 ounces (95 mb of oil with 1 gallon (4 Irters)
of unleaded gasoline included with this saw
is a 3.2 ounce (95 ml) container of Poulan/
WEED EATER brand synthetic oil Pour the
entire contents of this container into f gallon (4
liters) of gasoline to achieve the proper fuel
m_xture.
DO NOT USE automotive or manne oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on
the container. Always read and fo}low the
safety rules listed under HANDLE FUEL
WITH CAUTION.
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 wJII quickly ruin the bar and
chain. Too little oil will cause overheating
sbewn by smoke coming from the chain and/
or discolorapen of the bar.
In freezing weather oil will thicken, making it
necessary to thin bar and chain oiI with a
smafl amount (5 to 10%) of #1 Diesel Fuel or
kerosene Bar and chain oil must be free
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oiI
for adequate lubdcation.
Genuine Poutan or Poulan PRO bar and
chain oil is recommended to protect your unit
against excessive wear from heat and fric-
tion. Poulan or Poulan PRO oil resiets high
temperature thinning.
If Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and chain oilis
not availabIe, 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
Expebence indicates that aIcobel-blended
fuels (ca_led gasobel or using ethanol or meth-
ano/) can attract moisture which leads to sepa-
rabon and formation of acids dudng storage
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine prob-
lems the fuel system should be emptied before
storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas
tank, start the engine and let it run untiI the fuel
lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season See STORAGE section for addi-
tional informabon.
CHAIN BRAKE
Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pulling
the front hand guard back toward the front ben-
die as far as possible. The chain brake must be
disengaged before cutting with the saw.
_,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 bums.
To stop the engine move the ON/STOP
switch to the STOP position.
To start the engine beld the saw firmty on the
ground as illustrated Make sure the chain is
free to turn without contacting any object
Use only 15" - 18" (40 - 45 cm) of
rope per pull
Hold saw firmty while pulling starter rope.
Starter Rope Handle
Left Hand
on Front
Handle
Right Foot Through Rear Handle
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When puIling 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 rewind
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 CHOKE
position.
STARTING ACOLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
NOTE: In the following steps, when the
choke/fast idle Iever is pulled out to the futl
extent, the correct throttle setting for starting
is set automatically.
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IGNITION
SWITCH
ON
Lever
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posP
tion.
2. SIowIy press primer bulb 8 times
3. Pul} choke/fast idle ]ever out to the full
extent (to the FULL CHOKE position)
g. Pul}the starter rope sharply 5 times with
your nght hand. Then, proceed to the
next step.
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying
to start before the 5th poll, stop polling and
immediately proceed to the next step
5. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the
HALF CHOKE position.
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
OFF
_I_FF H/sALF FULL
8. Pull the starter rope sharply with your
right hand until the engine starts
7. Allow the engine to run for approximate-
Iy 30 seconds. Then, squeeze and re-
Iease the throttle trigger to allow engine
to return to idle speed
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move ON/STOR switch to the ON posi-
tion.
2. SlowIy press primer bulb 6 times.
3. To set the fast idle, pull the choke/fast
idle Iever out to the fuII extent (to the full
choke position); then push the lever
back in to the HALF CHOKE position.
g. Pu]I the starter rope sharpIy with your
right hand unti_ 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 t0 pulls.
FIooded engines can be cleared of excess
fuel by pushing the choke/fast idle lever in
completely (to the OFF CHOKE position)
and then fotlowing 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 isflooded. If engine fails to start, refer
to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.
CHAIN BRAKE
_I, WARNING: If the brake bend is
worn too thin it may break when the chain
brake istriggered 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 O O2O" (05 mm) thick. Repairs on e
chain brake should be made by an autho-
rized service deale£ Take your unit to the
place of purchase if purchased from a ser-
vicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized
master service dea}er.
• 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 manuaIly (by hand) or
automatically (by sudden movement).
• If the brake is already activated, rt 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
Braking function control
CAUTION: The chain brake must be
checked severa} times daily. The engine
must be running when performing this proce-
dure. This isthe only instance when the saw
should be pieced on the ground with the en-
gine running.
Piece the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear
handIe with your right hand and the front hen-
die with your _efthand. 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
_I, WARNING: When performing the
following procedure, the engine must be
turned off
Grip the rear handle w_th your right hand end
the front handle with your ]eft hand. Hold the
chain sew approximately tg" (35 cm) abovea
stump or other wooden surface. Release your
grip on the front handle and use the weight of
the sew to let the tip of the guide bar fallforward
and contact the stump When the tip of the bar
hits the stump, the brake should activate.
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OPERATING TIPS
•Check chain tension before first use and
after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN
TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section.
• Cut wood onIy. Do not cut metal, plastics,
masonry, non-wood poilding materials, etc.
• Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign
object, inspect the saw and repair or re-
place parts as necessary.
• Keep the chain out of dirt and send Even a
small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain
and thus increase the possibility of kickback.
• Practice cutting a few small logs using the
folJowing techniques to get the "feel" of us-
ing your saw before you begin a major
saw_ng operation.
• Squeeze the thro_e trigger and allow the
engine to reach fuII speed before cutting.
• Begin cutting with the saw frame
against the log.
• Keep the engine at full speed the entire
time you are cutting
• Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert only
light downward pressure. If you force
the cut, damage to the bar, chain, or en-
gine can result.
• Release the throttle trigger as soon as
the cut is completed, allowing the en-
gine to idIe If you run the saw at full
throttle without a cutting Ioad, unneces-
sary wear can occur to the chain, bar,
and engine. It is recommended that
the engine not be operated for lon-
ger than 30 seconds at full throttle.
• To avoid Iosing control 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
,It_WARNING: Check for broken or
dead branches which can fall while cutting
causing serious _njury. 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 welI, nor during bad
weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds,
etc. Ifthetreemakes contact with any utility
line, the utility company shouId be notified
immediately.
•CarefuIiy plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance.
• Cleartheworkarea Youneedacieararea
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 rol_or slide downhill after it is felled.
• Study the natural conditions that can cause
the tree to fali in a particular direction.
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to
falI 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
sIoping 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 the trunk is rotted,
it can snap and fall toward the operator
Check for broken or dead branches which
can fail on you while cutting.
Make sure there is enough room for timetree 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, sta-
ples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to
be made.
P_an a clear retreat path to the rear and diag-
onal to the line of fail.
_1_,_. Plan a clear retreat path
%
_,._- - O--""'_- Direction of Fall
45
FELLING LARGE TREES
(6 inches (t5 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 failing cut is
made on the opposite side of tree, the tree
will tend to fail into the notch
NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,
remove them before making the notch, tf 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
nctch first. Cut 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
nctch of wood from the tree
Final (failing) cut here, 2 inches
(5 cm) above center of notch.
First cut _1 -__f i' ...J_
Notch _ . =
• 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 falting in the wrong direction
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Hinge holds tree on stump and helps
control fall Opening
of felling
use a metalwedge. Do not attempt to restart
your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log.
Use awedge to remove pinched saw
Closing of
notch
NOTE: Before felling 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 fail stop saw, put it down,
and get away quick}y on your planned re-
treat path
• DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree
with your saw. Be extremely cautious with
partially fallen trees that may be poorly
supported. When a tree doesn't fall com-
pletely, set the saw aside and pull down the
tree with a cable winch, block and tackle,
or tractor.
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE
(BUCKING)
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen
tree to the desired log size
,li_ WARNING: Do not stand on thelog
being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss
of footing and control. Do not stand downhilI
of the log being cut.
IMPORTANT POINTS
• Cut onIy one log at a time.
• Cut shattered wood very carefuily; sharp
pieces of wood could be flung toward opera-
toe
• Use a sawhorse to cut smaR logs. Never
allow another person to hold the log while
cutting and never hold the log 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
_ikWARNING: If saw becomes
pinched or hung in a log, don't try to force it
out. You can Iose control ofthe saw res ulting
in injury and/or damage to the saw. Stop the
saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the
cut untiI the saw can be removed easiIy. Re-
start the saw and carefully reenter the cut. To
avoid kickback and chain damage, do not
Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open
Overcuttthg begins on the top side of the log
with the bottom of the saw against the log
When overcut_ng use light downward pres-
sure
Overcutting
X--, I _ d
_ Underc___
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 firmty and maintain control.
The saw wilt tend to push back toward you.
_ILWARNING: Neverturnsawupside
down to undercut. The saw cannot be con-
trolled in this position.
A}ways 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 Iog
Second cut Second cut
First cut on compression side of log
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
• Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the
log.
• Roll the log over and finish with a second
overcut.
• Watch for logs with a compression side to
prevent the saw from pinching. See il-
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 illustraflons 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 alog for support
2r_dCut
Using a support stand
2 nd Cut "_
LIMBING AND PRUNING
_I, WARNING: Be alert for and guard
against kickback. Do not allow the moving
chainto contact any otherbranchesor objects
at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or
pruning. Atlow_ngsuch contact can result in
serious injury.
_il_ WARNING: Neverclimb intoatreeto
limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders,plat-
forms, alog,or inany positionwhichcan cause
you to loseyour balance or controlof the saw.
IMPORTANT POINTS
• Work slowIy, keeping both hands flrmIy
grippedon thesaw. Maintainsecurefooting
and balance.
• Watch out for springpole_. Springpoles 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
reIeased
• Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
LIMBING
• AlwaysIimbatreeafteritiscutdown. Only
then can limbing be done safely and prop-
edy
• 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 _imbs
Remove small limbs with one cut.
• Keep the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the free opposite the
branch you are cutting
• Remove larger, supporlng branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
• Always use an overcut to cut small and ftee-
ty hanging limbs Undercut_ng could cause
limbs to fall and pinch the saw.
PRUNING
_,WARNING: Umit pruning to Iimbs
shoulder height or below. Do not cut ff
branches are higher than your shoulder. Get a
professional to do the job.
• Make your first cut 1j3of the way through the
bottom of the limb.
• Next make a 2rid cut all the way through
the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving a
I to 2 inch (2.5 to 5 cm) collar from thetruck
of the tree Socondcut/'.#"
ThirdcN._it_/
Col,ar _'_ First cut
(Pruning technique
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,_[kWARNING: 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.
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
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warranty, the operator must main-
tain unit as instructed in this manuaI Various
adjustments wilt need to be made periodicaI-
ly to properly maintain your unit.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug, air filter,
and check guide bar and chain for wear. A
new spark plug and air fi_ter assures proper
a_r-fuei mixture and helps your engine run
better and last longer
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts
NOTE: It is normal for a smalI amount of oil
to appear under the saw after engine stops.
Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank.
• ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP
sw_ch functions properly by moving the
switch to the STOP position. Make sure en-
gine stops; then restart engine and con_nue
• Fuel Tank - Do not use saw h' fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
• OiITank- Donotusesawifoiltankshows
signs of damage or leaks.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
Bar Nuts
Chain
Muffler
Cylinder Shield
Air FiIter
Handle Screws
Vibration Mounts
Starter Housing
Front Hand Guard
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
A sharp chain makes wood chips A duII
chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts
slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING.
CHECK GUIDE BAR
Conditions which require guide bar mainte-
nance:
• Saw cuts to one side or at an angle.
• Saw has to be forced through tile cut.
• Inadequate supply of oil to ber/chain
Check the condition of guide bar each time
chain is sharpened A worn guide bar witl
damage the chain and make cutting difficult.
After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is
in the STOP position, then clean al_sawdust
from the guide bar and sprocket hole.
To maintain guide bar:
• Move ON/STOP switch to STOR
• Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch
cover. Remove bar and chain from saw.
• Clean the oil holes and bar groove after
each 5 hours of operation.
Oil Ho_es
• Burring of guide bar rails ts a normal
process of raiI 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 _- [_
and Sides
Square
Worn Groove Correct Groove
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Replace guide bar when the groove _sworn,
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when ex-
cess 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.
CHECK FUEL MIXTURE LEVEL
• See FUELING ENGINE under the OP-
ERATION section
LUBRICATION
Bar Oil
Fi_iCap
• See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OtL under
the OPERATION section.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
• After each use inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CHECK CHAIN BRAKE
See CHAIN BRAKE in the OPERATION
section
CLEAN AIR FILTER
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline or
other flammable solvent to avoid creating a
fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative
emissions
Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air fiiter dec reases the Iife and perfor-
mance of the engine and increases fuel con-
sumption and harmfuI emissions. Always
clean your air filter after 10 tanks of fuel or 5
hours of operation, whichever comes first
Clean more frequently in dusty conditions A
used air filter can never be completely
cleaned it is advisabIe to replace your air fil-
ter with a new one after every 50 hours of op-
eration, or annualIy whichever comes first.
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover
2. Remove cylinder cover.
3. Remove air fiIter cover and air fiIter.
4. Clean the ag fiIter using hot soapy water.
Rinse with ciean cool water Air dry com-
p}etely before reinstalling.
5. Reinstall air filter and air filter cover.
6. Reinstali cylinder cover and 3 screws.
Tighten securely.
Cylinder
Air FiIter Cover
Cover
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
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
Spark Exhaust
Arresting Outlet
Screen Cover
Nut
Muffler
CLEANING THE SPARK ARREST-
ING SCREEN
Cteaning is required every 25 hours of op-
eration or annually, whichever comes first
1. Loosen and remove the nut from the ex-
haust outlet cover
2. Remove the exhaust oulet cover.
3. Remove spark arresting screen. Handle
screen carefuIly to prevent damage.
4. Clean the spark arresting screen gently
with a wire brush Replace screen if
breaks are found.
5 Replace any broken or cracked muffler
parts.
6 Reinstatl spark arresting screen_ exhaust
outlet cover and nut. Tighten nut securely
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
The spark plug shouId be replaced each
year to ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better. Ignition timing is fixed and non-
adjustable.
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
2. Remove the cylinder cover.
3. Pull off the spark plug boot.
4. Remove spark p_ug from cylinder and
discard
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5. Replace with Champion RCJ-7Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
(19 ram) socket wrench. Spark plug gap
shouId be 0.025 inch (0,6 mm).
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
7. Reinstal} the cylinder cover and 3
screws Tighten securely
Cylinder
Cover
PIug Boot
Spark
Plug
REPLACE FUEL FILTER
To replace fuel filter, drain your unit by run-
ning it dry of fuel. Remove fuel cap and its
connected retainer from tank Pull filter from
tank and remove from line. Replace and re-
assemble
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
See CHAtN TENSION in ASSEMBLY section
CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain sharpening is a complicated task and
requires special tools. We recommend that
you refer chain sharpening to a professional
chain sharpener.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Af_,WARNING: The chain wilI be moving
during most of this procedure Wear your pro-
tective equipment and observe all safety pre-
cautions. 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 wiII not idle See iDLE SPEED-T ad-
justing procedure.
Idle Speed-T
Allow engine to idle. If the chain moves, idle is
too fast if the engine stalls, idle is too siow Ad-
just speed unti} 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 lapeled 7:
• Turn idle screw (T) clockwise to increase
engine speed.
• Turn idle screw (T) counterclockwise to
decrease engine speed.
if you require further assistance or are unsure
about performing this procedure, contact your
authorized service dealer or call our customer
assistance heip line at f-800-554-6723.
all.WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
• Allow the engine to cool, and secure the
unit before storing or transporting
• Store chain saw and fuel in a well venti-
lated area where fuei vapors cannot reach
sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store chain saw with all guards in place
and position chain saw so that any sharp
object cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store chain saw well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the
season or if itwill not be used for 30 days or
more
If your chain saw is to be stored for a period
of time:
• Clean saw thorougMy before storage.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly oi_ external metal surfaces and
guide bar.
• Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or
cloth.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see message
labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of
gasohol in your chain saw.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum depos-
its during storage Add stabilizer to the gaso-
line in the fuel tank or fuel storage container
Follow the mix instructions found on stabiliz-
er containers Run engine at least 5 minutes
after adding stabilizer.
Poulan/_/EED EATER 40:1, g-cycle engine
oil (air cooted) is blended with fuel stabilizer.
if you do not use this oil, you can add a fuel
stabilizer to your fuel tank
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ENGINE
•Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon
of 4-0:t, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled)
through the spark plug opening. Slowly
puli the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distrib-
ute oil.
• Replace spark plug with new one of rec-
ommended type and heat range
• Clean air filter.
• Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
• At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline
to oil ratio
OTHER
• DO Not store gasoline from one season to
another.
•Repiace your gasoline can if tt starts to
rust.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
_ WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing al_of
the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not 1. Ignition switch off. f Move ignition switch to ON
start or wilt run 2. Engine flooded 2 See "Difficult Starting" in
only a few Operation Section.
seconds after 3. Fuel tank empty. 3 Fill tank with correct fuel mixture
starting. 4. Spark plug not firing. 4. install new spark plug.
5. Fuei not reaching 5 Check for dirty fuel filter; replace
carburetor Check for kinked or spiit fuel line;
repair or replace
Engine wil_ f. Idle speed requires 1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
not idle adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.
properly. 2. Carburetor requires 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
adjustment.
Engine will not t. Air filter dirty 1. Clean or replace air filter.
accelerate, 2. Spark plug fouled. 2. Clean or replace plug and regap
lacks power, 3. Chain brake engaged 3 Disengage chain brake
or dies under 4-.Carburetor requires 4 Contact an authorized service dealer
a load adjustment.
Engine t. Too much oi_ mixed with t Empty fuel tank and refill with
smokes gasoline correct fuel mixture.
excessive}y.
Chain moves 1. Idle speed requires f 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 PRO, a division of Husqvama Out-
door Products tnc., warrants to the obginal
consumer purchaser that each new Poulan
PRO brand gasoline chain saw is free from
defects in material and workmanship and
agrees to repair or replace under this war-
raofy any defective gasoline chain saw as
follows from the odginal date of purchase.
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for
household purposes.
60 DAYS - Parts and Labo£ 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
a{teration, or the use of accessories and/or
attachments not speciflcafly recommended
by Poulan PRO for this chain saw This war-
ranty does not cover tune-up, spark plugs,
filters, starter ropes, chain sharpening, bars,
chains, and other parts which wear and re-
quire repIacement with reasonable use dur-
ing the warranty period This warranty does
not cover predelivery setup, instalIation of
guide bar and chain, and normal adjust-
ments explained in the instruction manual
such as chain tension adjustments. This
warranty does not cover transportation
costs.
In the event you have a ctaim under this war-
ranty, you must return the product to an au-
thorized service dealer.
ShouId you have any unanswered questions
concerning this warranty, please contact:
Poulan PRO, a division of
Husqvarna Outdoor Products inc.
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
1-800-554-6723
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OR-
In Canada_ contact:
Poulan PRO
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga,Ontado LSV3E4
Giving the model number, serial number and
date of purchase of your product and the
name and address of the authorized dealer
from whom it was purchased.
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 IMPUEDWAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LiMITATiONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE UMITATtQNS OR EXCLUSION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
This is a limited warranty within the meaning
of that term as defined in the Magnuson-
Moss Act of 1975.
The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously
improve its products Therefore, Poulan
PRO reserves the right to change, modify, or
discontinue models, designs, specifications,
and accessories of ali products at any time
without notice or obligation to any purchaser
LIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency, California Air Resources
Board, Environment Canada and Poulan
PRO are pleased to explain the emissions
control system warranty on your year 2007
and later small off-toed engine. In California, all
smal_ off-road engines must be designed, built,
and equipped to meet the States stringent
anti-smog standards. Poulan PRO must war-
rant 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 car-
buretor, the ignition system and the fuel tank
(California only). Where a warrantable condi-
tion exists, Poulan PRO will repair your small
off-road engine engine at no cost to you. Ex-
penses covered under warranty include
diagnosis, parts andlabor MANUFACTUR-
ER'S WAR RANTY COVERAGE: If any emis-
sions relatad part on your engine (as listed un-
der Emissions Control Warranty Parts Ust) is
defective or a defect in the mataria_s or work-
manship of the engine causes the failure of
such an emission related part, the part wilI be
repaired or replaced by Poulan PRO OWN-
ER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILmES: As
the small off-road engine engine owner, you
are responsible for the performance of the
required maintenance listed in your instruc-
tion manual. Poulan PRO recommends that
you retain all receipts covering maintenance
on your smalI off-road engine, but Poulan
PRO cannot deny warranty solely for the
lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure
the performance of all scheduled mainte-
nance As the small off-road engine engine
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owner,youshouldbeawarethatPoulan
PROmaydenyyouwarrantycoverageif
yoursmaIIoff-roadengineengineorapartof
ithasfailedduetoabuse,neglect,improper
maintenance,unapprovedmodifications,or
theuseofpartsnotmadeorapprovedbythe
originalequipmentmanufacturer.Youare
responsibleforpresentingyoursmalloff-
roadenginetoaPoulanPROauthorizedre-
paircenterassoonasaproblemexists.
Warrantyrepairsshouldbecompletedina
reasonableamountoftime,nottoexceed30
days.Ifyouhaveanyquestionsregarding
yourwarrantyrightsandresponsibilities,
youshouldcontactyournearestauthorized
servicecenterorcallPoulanPROat
1-800-554-8723.WARRANTYCOM-
MENCEMENTDATE:Thewarrantyperiod
beginsonthedatethesmalloff-roadengine
ispurchased.LENGTHOFCOVERAGE:
ThiswarrantyshalIbeforaperiodoftwo
yearsfromtheinitiaIdateofpurchase
WHATtSCOVERED:REPAIR OR RE-
PLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-
placement of any warranted part will be per-
formed at no charge to the owner at an
approved Poulan PRO servicing center. If
you have any questions regarding your war-
ranty rights and responsibilities, you should
contact your nearest authorized service
center or call Poulan PRO 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 inspec-
tion to the effect of "repair or replace as nec-
essary" shah be warranted for 2 years. Any
warranted part which is scheduled for re-
placement as required maintenance s hall be
warranted for the period of time up to the first
scheduled replacement point for that part.
DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be
charged for diagnostic labor which leads to
the determination that a warranted part is de-
fective if the diagnostic work is performed at
an approved Poulan PRO servicing center
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Poutan
PRO may be _iable for damages to other en-
gine components caused by the failure of a
warranted part still under warranty. WHAT IS
NOT COVERED: All failures caused by
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance
are not covered ADD-ON OR MODIFIED
PARTS: The use of add-on or modified parts
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty
claim. Poulan PRO is not liable to cover fail-
ures of warranted parts caused by the use of
add-on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A
CLAIM: tf you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibilities,
you should contact your nearest authorized
service center or caII Poutan PRO at
1-800-554-8723. WHERE TO GET WAR-
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-
pairs shall be provided at all Poulan PRO
service centers Call: 1-800-554--6723
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND
REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS:
Any PouIan PRO approved replacement
part used in the performance of any warranty
maintenance or repair on emission related
parts will be provided without charge to the
owner if the part is under warranty. EMIS-
SION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS
LIST: Carburetor, ignition system: spark pIug
(covered up to maintenance schedule), igni-
tion module, muffler including catalyst (if
equipped), fuel tank (California only) MAIN-
TENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is re-
sponsible for the performance of all required
maintenance as defined in the instruction
manual.
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA Phase t or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:
[] Moderate (50 hours)
[] h_termediate (125 hours)
[] Extended (300 hours)
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