CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
CHAIN TENSION
Thechokeandfastidlespeedaresetbypull-
ing the CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out fully
for coldstartingor after refueling. Thechoke
provides additional fuel to the engine during
cold starting.
It is normal for a new chain to stretch during
first15 minutes of operation.You shouldcheck
your chain tension each time before you start
the chain saw. See CHAIN TENSION in the
ASSEMBLY section.
CHAIN BRAKE
WARNING:
If the saw is operated
The CHAIN BRAKE is a device designed to
stop the chain if kickback occurs. Thechain
brake activates automatically in the event of
kickback. The chain brake activates manu-
ally ifthefronthandguardis pushedforward.
Thechainbrakeis disengagedby pullingthe
front hand guard back toward the front han-
dle as far as possible.
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury to
the operator and/or damage the chain mak-
ing it unusable.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
IMPORTANT
Useof alcoholblended fuels (called gasoholor
using ethanol or methanol) can cause major
engine performance and durability problems.
WARNING:
Muffler is very hot dur-
ingandafter use. Donot touchthe muffler or
allow combustible material such as dry
grass or fuel to do so.
WARNING:
Alternative fuels (not
gasoline) such as E--15 (15% alcohol), E--20
alcohol), E--85 (85% alcohol) are NOT
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.
(20%
classified as gasoline and are NOT approved
for usein2--strokegasolineengines.Useofal-
ternativefuelswillcauseproblemssuchas:im-
proper clutch engagements, overheating, va-
por lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency,
deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets and internal
carburetor components, etc. Alternative fuels
cause high moisture absorption into the fuel/oil
mixture leading to oil and fuel separation.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING: Removefuel capslow-
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.
ly when refueling.
HELPFUL TIP
Toobtain thecorrect oilmix
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of
2--cycle
synthetic oil into
one gallon of fresh gas.
FUELING ENGINE
engine is certified to operate on
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
This
unleaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline
must be mixed with a good quality synthetic
kerosene.
Bar and chain oil must be free
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
2-cycle
air-cooled engine oil designed to be
mixedataratioof40:1.Poulan/WEED EATER
brand synthetic oil is recommended. Mix
gasolineandoilataratioof40:1. A40:1ratiois
obtainedby mixing3.2 fluidounces ofoil with1
gallon 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
gasolinetoachievetheproperfuelmixture.DO
NOT USE automotive oilor boatoil. Theseoils
will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel,
follow instructions printed on container. Once
oil is added to gasoline, shake container
Genuine Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and
chainoilis recommendedtoprotectyourunit
against excessive wear from heat and
friction. Poulan or Poulan PRO oil resists
high temperature thinning. If Poulan or
Poulan PRO
bar and chain oil is not
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
S
Never usewasteoilfor bar andchainlubri-
cation.
S
Always stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.
momentarily
to
assure
that
the
fuel
is
CHAIN BRAKE
thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the
safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your
unit.
Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pulling
thefronthandguardback towardthefronthan-
dleas faras possible.Thechainbrakemustbe
disengaged before cutting with the saw.
CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in
your unit. This will cause permanent engine
damage and void the limited warranty.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
This engine requires the use of minimum 87
octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.
WARNING:
The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
BURETOR
ADJUSTMENT
within
this
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Pro Chainsaw Manuals |
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| Tags | Poulan Pro PP4620AV |
| Model Year | 2009 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
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