Oil Cap
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
fuel):
Fuel mix cap
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.
S Move ON/STOP switch to the ONposition.
S
Pull out choke/fast idle to the full extent.
IMPORTANT
S Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.
S Pull the starter rope quickly with your right
hand 5 times, then push the choke/fast idle
lever in completely (to the OFF position).
S Pull the starter rope quickly with your right
hand until the engine starts.
Experience indicates that alcohol--blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture shich leads
to separation and formation of acids during
storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel
To
system of an engine while in storage.
S Allow the engine to run for approximately 5
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
seconds.
Then, squeeze and release
throttle trigger to allow engine to return to
idle speed.
season.
See STORAGE section for addi-
ON/STOP
Switch
tional information.
Primer
Bulb
STARTING
WARNING:
The chain must not
ON/STOP SWITCH
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
ON
STOP
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
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
(SIDE VIEW)
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
Left hand
on front
handle
Choke/Fast
OFF
FULL
Idle Lever
STARTING A WARM ENGINE:
S Move ON/STOP switch to the ONposition.
S Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the full
extent, then push the lever back in com-
pletely (to the OFF position).
S Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
S Pull the starter rope quickly with your right
hand until the engine starts.
S Squeeze and release throttle trigger, al-
lowing engine to idle.
Right foot through rear handle
DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a
IMPORTANTPOINTS TOREMEMBER
flooded engine):
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.
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 following the warm engine starting
procedure listed above. Insure 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.
For cold weather starting, start the unit at
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up
before squeezing the throttle trigger.
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/
fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE posi-
tion.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Pro Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan Pro 230, Poulan Pro 260 |
| Model Year | 2000 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Poulan Pro. Poulan Pro US phone support. Wheeled (Mowers, Tractors, Tillers, Snow Throwers): 1-800-849-1297, Handheld (Chainsaws, Trimmers, Blowers, Edgers): 1-800-554-6723, Chainsaw |
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| Publisher | poulanpro.com |
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