FUELING & LUBRICATION
STARTING
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow-
WARNING:
The chain must not
ly when refueling.
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
FUELING ENGINE
This
engine
is
certified
to
operate
on
BURETOR
ADJUSTMENT
within
this
unleaded
gasoline.
Before
operation,
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.
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 is
recommended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by
mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of
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
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.
Starter rope handle
Left hand
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 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.
on front
handle
Right foot through rear 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
IMPORTANTPOINTS TOREMEMBER
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.
kerosene.
Bar and chain oil must be free
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
Genuine Poulan or Poulan ProR bar and
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.
chain oil is recommended to protect your unit
against
excessive wear from heat and
friction. Poulan or Poulan ProR oil resists
high temperature thinning. If Poulan or
Poulan ProR
bar and chain oil is not
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
S Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-
cation.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
fuel):
S Always stop the engine before removing
the oil 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.
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
S Move ON/STOP switch to the ONposition.
S Pull out choke/fast idle to the full extent.
S Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.
storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel
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.
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
S Allow the engine to run for approximately 5
seconds.
Then, squeeze and release
season.
See STORAGE section for addi-
throttle trigger to allow engine to return to
idle speed.
tional information.
ON/STOP
Switch
Primer
Bulb
8
| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Pro Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan Pro 220, Poulan Pro 260 |
| Model Year | 2001 |
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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 |
| Wikipedia's Page | Poulan |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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