Follow the mix instructions found onstabiliz-
er containers. Run engine at least 5 minutes
after adding stabilizer.
Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycle engine
oil (air cooled) is blended with fuel stabilizer.
If you do not use this oil, you can add a fuel
stabilizer to your fuel tank.
HELPFUL TIP
During storageof your gas/
oilmixture, theoil willsepa-
rate from the gas.
S Replace spark plug with new one of rec-
ommended type and heat range.
S Clean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline
to oil ratio.
OTHER
S Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
We recommend that you
shake the gas can weekly
toinsureproper blendingof
the gas and oil.
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to
rust.
ENGINE
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon
of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled)
through the spark plug opening. Slowly
pullthe starter rope 8to 10times todistrib-
ute oil.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
therecommendedremedies below exceptremedies thatrequire operationof theunit.
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
1. Ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See “Difficult Starting” in
Operation Section.
3. Fuel tank empty.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5.
Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
1. Air filter dirty.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine
1. Too much oil mixed with
gasoline.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
smokes
excessively.
Chain moves
at idle speed.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
2.
Clutch requires repair.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan P4018WTL |
| Model Year | 2010 |
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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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