FUELING & LUBRICATION
STARTING
FUELING ENGINE
engine is certified to operate on
gasoline. Before operation,
WARNING:
The chain must not
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move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
unleaded
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
BURETOR
ADJUSTMENT
within
this
2-cycle
air-cooled
engine
oil.
We
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
recommend Poulan or Poulan ProR brand
oil. If you do not use this oil, use a good
quality 2-cycle air-cooled oil designed to be
mixed at a ratio of 40:1 (A 40:1 ratio is
obtained by mixing 3.2 onces of oil with 1
gallon of unleaded gasoline). DO NOT USE
automotive or boat 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.
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” of rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
Starter rope handle
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require continuous lu-
brication. 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.
Left hand
on front
handle
In freezing weather oil will thicken, making it
necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a
small 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 oil
for adequate lubrication.
Right foot through rear handle
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When pulling 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.
Genuine Poulan or Poulan ProR bar and
chain oil is recommended to protect your unit
against excessive wear from heat and
friction. Poulan or Poulan ProR oil resists
thinning. If Poulan or
Poulan ProR bar and chain oil is not
For cold weather starting, start the unit at
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up
before squeezing the throttle trigger.
high temperature
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE position.
S Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-
cation.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
S Always stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.
Oil Cap
Fuel mix cap
S Move ON/STOP switch to the ONposition.
S Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the full
extent.
ON/STOP
ON
SWITCH
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
STOP
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
(SIDE VIEW)
storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel
To
system of an engine while in storage.
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
Choke/Fast
Idle Lever
OFF
FULL
season.
See STORAGE section for addi-
tional information.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan 3450, Poulan 3750 |
| Model Year | 2000 |
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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 |
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| Publisher | poulan.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Poulan |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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