PRUNING
Second cut
Third cut
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.
S Makeyour firstcut 1/3oftheway throughthe
bottom of the limb.
S Next make a 2nd cut all the way through
thelimb. Thencutathirdovercutleavinga
Collar
1
to2inch(2.5to5cm)collarfromthetruck
First cut
Pruning technique
of the tree.
SERVICE
S Onceayear, replacethe spark plug, air filter,
and check guide bar and chain for wear. A
new spark plug and air filter assures proper
air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run
better and last longer.
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.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT:
Have all
NOTE: It is normal for a smallamount ofoil
to appear under the saw after engine stops.
Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank.
Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by moving the
switch to the STOP position. Make sure en-
gine stops;then restartengine andcontinue.
S Fuel Tank -- Do not use saw if fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
repairs other than the rec-
ommended
maintenance
described in the instruction
manual performed by an
S ON/STOP
authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work on the
product, Poulan may not pay for repairs
under warranty. It is your responsibility
tomaintainandperformgeneralmainte-
nance.
S Oil Tank -- Donot usesaw ifoil tank shows
signs of damage or leaks.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check:
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull
chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts
slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING.
Bar Nuts
Chain
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:
Muffler
Cylinder Shield
Air Filter
Handle Screws
Vibration Mounts
Starter Housing
Front Hand Guard
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
CHECK GUIDE BAR
Conditions which require guide bar mainte-
nance:
S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle.
S Saw has to be forced through the cut.
S Inadequate supply of oil to bar/chain.
Check the condition of guide bar each time
chain is sharpened. A worn guide bar will
damage the 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:
*
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-
tainunitas instructed inthis manual.Various
adjustments willneed tobe madeperiodical-
ly to properly maintain your unit.
S Move ON/STOP switch to STOP.
S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch
cover. Remove bar and chain from saw.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan P3816 |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| Download File |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Poulan. Poulan US phone support. Wheeled (Mowers, Tractors, Tillers): 1-800-849-1297 Handheld (Chainsaws, Trimmers): 1-800-554-6723 , Chainsaw |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | poulan.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Poulan |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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