FUELING & LUBRICATION
STARTING
WARNING:
The chain must not
WARNING: Removefuelcapslowly
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
when refueling.
FUELING ENGINE
BURETOR
ADJUSTMENT
within
this
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline
must be mixed with a good quality synthetic
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.
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
gasolineandoilataratioof40:1. A 40:1ratio
is obtainedby mixing3.2ounces (95ml) ofoil
with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline.
Includedwiththissawis a3.2ouncecontain-
er of oil. Pour theentire contents of this con-
tainer into 1 gallon of gasoline to achievethe
proper fuel mixture.
DO NOT USE automotiveoilor boat oil.These
oils will cause engine damage. When mixing
fuel, follow instructions printed on container.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container
momentarily toassurethatthefuelisthorough-
ly mixed. Always read and follow the safety
rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit.
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
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
shownby smokecomingfromthechainand/
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 re-
wind slowly.
NOTE: Do not attempt to cut material with
thefastidlelockbuttoninthelockedposition.
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
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
kerosene.
Bar and chain oil must be free
fuel)
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
ON/STOP SWITCH
(SIDE VIEW)
GenuinePoulanRbarandchainoilisrecom-
mended to protect your unit against exces-
sive wear from heat and friction. PoulanR
oil resists high temperature thinning. If Pou-
lanR bar andchainoilis notavailable,usea
good grade SAE 30 oil.
ON
STOP
S Never usewasteoilfor bar andchainlubri-
1.
Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
tion.
Pull choke knob out to the full extent.
Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.
Squeeze and hold throttle trigger. With
thumb press fast idle lock down; thenre-
lease throttle trigger.
cation.
S Always stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.
2.
3.
4.
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
Fast idle lock button
storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel
Throttle
lock--out
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
Choke knob
Throttle
trigger
5.
Sharply pull the starter rope handle 5
times with your right hand. Then, pro-
ceed to the next step.
season.
See STORAGE section for addi-
tional information.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan BH 2160 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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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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