BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine prob-
lems,thefuelsystemshouldbeemptiedbefore
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 season. See STORAGE section for addi-
tional information.
WARNING: Besure toread thefuel
handling information in the safety rules sec-
tionofthismanualbeforeyoubegin.Ifyoudo
not understand the fuel handling information
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Seek help
from someone that does understand the in-
formation or call the customer assistance
help line at 1-800-554-6723.
CHAIN BRAKE
Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pulling
thefronthandguardback towardthefronthan-
dleas faras possible.Thechainbrakemustbe
disengaged before cutting with the saw.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING: Removefuel capslow-
ly when refueling.
WARNING:
The chain must not
HELPFUL TIP
Toobtain thecorrect oilmix
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
BURETOR
ADJUSTMENT
within
this
2--cycle
synthetic oil into
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
one gallon of fresh gas.
To stop the engine move the ON/STOP
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline
must be mixed with a good quality synthetic
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.
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
ratiois obtainedby mixing3.2ounces (95ml)
of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gaso-
line. Included with this saw is a 3.2 ounce (95
ml)containerofPoulan/WeedEater brandsyn-
thetic oil. Pour the entire contents of this con-
tainer into 1 gallon (4 liters) of gasoline to
achieve the proper fuel mixture.
Use only 15″ -- 18″ (40 -- 45 cm) of
rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
Starter Rope Handle
Left Hand
on Front
Handle
DO NOT USE automotive or marine oil.
Theseoils willcause enginedamage. When
mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on
the container. Always read and follow the
safety rules listed under HANDLE FUEL
WITH CAUTION.
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
shownby smokecomingfromthechainand/
or discoloration of the bar.
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 re-
wind 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
kerosene.
Bar and chain oil must be free
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to cut material with
GenuinePoulanRbarandchainoilisrecom-
mended to protect your unit against exces-
sive wear from heat and friction. PoulanR
oil resists high temperature thinning.
IfPoulanR bar andchainoilis notavailable,
use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
thechoke/fastidlelever intheFULLCHOKE
position.
HELPFUL TIP
If your engine still does not
start after following these
S Never usewasteoilfor bar andchainlubri-
instructions,
please call
cation.
1--800--554--6723.
S Always stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (orwarm
engine after running out of fuel)
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 gasoholor usingethanol or meth-
anol) canattractmoisture whichleads tosepa-
ration and formation of acids during storage.
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
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