NOTE: It is normal for a smallamount ofoil
to appear under the saw after engine stops.
Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank.
Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by moving the
switch to the STOP position. Make sure en-
gine stops;then restartengine andcontinue.
S Fuel Tank -- Do not use saw if fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when ex-
cess heatingor burringoftherails occurs.Ifre-
placementis necessary,useonlytheguidebar
specified for your saw in the repair parts list or
on the decal located on the chain saw.
CHECK FUEL MIXTURE LEVEL
S See FUELING ENGINE under the OP-
ERATION section.
S ON/STOP
S Oil Tank -- Donot usesaw ifoil tank shows
signs of damage or leaks.
LUBRICATION
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Bar Nuts
S Chain
S Muffler
S Cylinder Shield
S Air Filter
Bar Oil
Fill Cap
S Handle Screws
S Vibration Mounts
S Starter Housing
S Front Hand Guard
S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under
the OPERATION section.
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull
chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts
slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING.
CHECK GUIDE BAR
Conditions which require guide bar mainte-
nance:
S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle.
S Saw has to be forced through the cut.
S Inadequate supply of oil to bar/chain.
Check the condition of guide bar each time
chain is sharpened. A worn guide bar will
damage the chain and make cutting difficult.
After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is
in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust
from the guide bar and sprocket hole.
To maintain guide bar:
S Move ON/STOP switch to STOP.
S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch
cover. Remove bar and chain from saw.
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after
each 5 hours of operation.
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CHECK CHAIN BRAKE
See CHAIN BRAKE in the OPERATION
section.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
CAUTION: Donotcleanfilteringasolineor
other flammable solvent to avoid creating a
firehazardor producing harmfulevaporative
emissions.
Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases the life and perfor-
mance of the engine andincreases fuelcon-
sumption and harmful emissions. Always
clean your air filter after 10 tanks of fuel or 5
hours of operation, whichever comes first.
Clean more frequently in dusty conditions.A
used air filter can never be completely
cleaned. It is advisable to replaceyour air fil-
ter withanew oneafter every 50hours ofop-
eration, or annually, whichever comes first.
Remove Sawdust From
Guide Bar Groove
1.
2.
3.
4.
Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
Remove cylinder cover.
Oil Holes
Remove air filter cover and air filter.
Cleantheair filter usinghotsoapywater.
Rinsewithcleancoolwater.Air drycom-
pletely before reinstalling.
S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal
process of rail wear. Remove these burrs
with a flat file.
S Whenrailtopis uneven,useaflatfiletore-
store square edges and sides.
5.
6.
Reinstall air filter and air filter cover.
Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws.
Tighten securely.
File Rail Edges
and Sides
Square
Worn Groove
Correct Groove
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan P3818 |
| Model Year | 2010 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
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| Publisher | poulan.com |
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