2010 Poulan Pro PP3816AV PP4218AV PP4218AVL Chainsaw Owners Manual

PRUNING
Second cut
WARNING:
Limit pruning to  limbs
Third cut
Collar
shoulder  height  or  below.     Do  not  cut  if
branches are higher than your shoulder. Get a
professional to do the job.
S  Makeyour firstcut 1/3oftheway   throughthe
bottom of the limb.
S  Next make a 2nd cut all the way through
thelimb. Thencutathirdovercutleavinga
First cut
Pruning technique
1
to2inch(2.5to5cm)collarfromthetruck
of the tree.
SERVICE
S  Onceayear, replacethe  spark plug, air filter,
and check guide bar and chain for wear. A
new spark plug and air filter assures proper
air-fuel mixture and  helps your engine  run
better and last longer.
WARNING:
Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized or Master Service Dealer.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT:
Have  all
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.
repairs other than the rec-
ommended
maintenance
described in the instruction
manual  performed  by  an
S  ON/STOP
authorized service dealer.
If any dealer  other than an authorized
service  dealer performs  work  on  the
product, Poulan PRO  may not pay for
repairs  under warranty.  It  is your  re-
sponsibility  to  maintain  and  perform
general maintenance.
S  Oil Tank -- Donot usesaw ifoil tank shows
signs of damage or leaks.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check:
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
A  sharp chain  makes wood  chips. A  dull
chain makes  a sawdust  powder and  cuts
slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING.
Bar Nuts
Chain
Fuel mixture level . . . . Before each use
Bar lubrication . . . . . . . Before each use
Chain tension  . . . . . . . Before each use
Chain sharpness . . . . . Before each use
For damaged parts . . . Before each use
For loose caps  . . . . . . Before each use
For loose fasteners . . . Before each use
For loose parts  . . . . . . Before each use
Inspect and Clean:
Muffler
Cylinder Shield
Air Filter
Handle Screws
Vibration Mounts
Starter Housing
Front Hand Guard
Bar  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use
Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*
Chain brake . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*
Spark arresting screen
and muffler . . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours*
Replace spark plug  . Yearly
Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly
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:
*
Hours of Operation --
Each hour of operation is approximately
2
tanks of fuel.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty  on this  unit  does not  cover
items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or  negligence. To receive  full value
from the warranty, the operator must main-
tainunitas  instructed inthis manual.Various
adjustments willneed tobe madeperiodical-
ly to properly maintain your unit.
S  Move ON/STOP switch to STOP.
S  Loosen and remove bar  nuts and clutch
cover.  Remove bar and chain from saw.
14
Product Specification
CategoriesChainsaw Manuals, Poulan Pro Chainsaw Manuals
Tags, ,
Model Year2010
Download File
Please Enter the Security Characters Shown Below. Letters are Case Sensitive. Your download link will appear upon completing this step.
- 20 pages
Document TypeOwner's Manual
LanguageEnglish
Product BrandPoulan Pro. Poulan Pro US phone support. Wheeled (Mowers, Tractors, Tillers, Snow Throwers): 1-800-849-1297, Handheld (Chainsaws, Trimmers, Blowers, Edgers): 1-800-554-6723, Chainsaw
Document File TypePDF
Publisherpoulanpro.com
Wikipedia's PagePoulan
CopyrightAttribution Non-commercial
(0 votes, average: 0 out of 5)

Submit your review (optional)
(will not be displayed)
* Required Field

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

*
*
Website