FUELING & LUBRICATION
STARTING
WARNING:
The chain must not
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow-
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
ly when refueling.
BURETOR
ADJUSTMENT
within
this
FUELING ENGINE
engine is certified to operate on
gasoline. Before operation,
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
This
unleaded
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
To stop the engine move the ON/STOP
switch to the STOP position.
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. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio
of 40:1. A40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2
ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of
unleaded gasoline. Included with this saw is
a 3.2 ounce container of oil. Pour the entire
contents of this container into 1 gallon of
gasoline to achieve the proper fuel mixture.
DO NOT USE automotive oil orboat oil. These
oils will cause engine damage. When mixing
fuel, follow instructions printed on container.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container
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
momentarily
to assure that the fuel is
thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the
safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your
unit.
Right foot through rear handle
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.
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.
For cold weather starting, start the unit at
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up
before squeezing the throttle trigger.
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
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/
fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE position.
kerosene.
Bar and chain oil must be free
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
fuel):
Genuine
PoulanR bar and chain oil is
recommended to protect your unit against
excessive
PoulanR
wear from heat and friction.
oil resists high temperature
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.
thinning. If PoulanR bar and chain oil is not
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
S Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-
1.
Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
tion.
cation.
S Always stop the engine before removing
2.
3.
4.
Pull out choke/fast idle to the full extent.
Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.
Pull the starter rope quickly with your
right hand 5 times. Then, proceed to the
next step.
the oil cap.
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
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying
to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling and
immediately proceed to the next step.
storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage.
To
5.
6.
7.
Push the choke/fast idle lever in com-
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
pletely (to the OFF position).
Pull the starter rope quickly with your
right hand until the engine starts.
Allow the engine to run for approximately
5 seconds. Then, squeeze and release
throttle trigger to allow engine to return to
idle speed.
season.
See STORAGE section for addi-
tional information.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan 2250, Poulan 2450, Poulan 2550, Poulan 2550SE, Poulan 2555 |
| Model Year | 2003 |
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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 |
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