Poulan Chainsaw 115358026 User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
PP4620AV  
WARNING:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before  
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
ADVERTENCIA:  
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e en-  
strucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones  
graves.  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-  
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire  
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.  
Poulan PRO  
7349 Statesville Road  
Charlotte, NC 28269  
Poulan PRO  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4  
115358026 Rev. 1 3/15/10 BRW  
 
hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or  
mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular  
users should have hearing checked regular-  
ly as chain saw noise can damage hearing.  
Secure hair above shoulder length.  
S With the engine stopped, hand carry the  
chain saw with the muffler away from your  
body, and the guide bar and chain to the  
rear, preferably covered with a scabbard.  
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD  
WORKING ORDER  
S Have all chain saw service performed by a  
qualified service dealer with the exception  
of the items listed in the maintenance sec-  
tion of this manual. For example, if improp-  
er tools are used to remove or hold the fly-  
wheelwhen servicingthe clutch, structural  
damage to the flywheel can occur and  
cause the flywheel to burst.  
Safety Hat  
Hearing  
Protection  
e  
otection  
Snug Fitti
Clothing  
Heavy Duty  
Gloves  
S Make certain the saw chain stops moving  
when the throttle trigger is released. For  
correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-  
JUSTMENTS.  
ty Chaps  
Safety Sh
S Never modify your saw in any way.  
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil  
or fuel mixture.  
S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-  
teners securely tightened.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from the  
chain when the engine is running.  
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a  
minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) away from  
the work area. Do not allow other people  
or animals to be near the chain saw when  
starting or operating the chain saw.  
S Do not handle or operate a chain saw  
whenyouare fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you  
have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication.  
You must be in good physical condition  
and mentally alert. Chain saw work is  
strenuous. If you have any condition that  
might be aggravated by strenuous work,  
check with your doctor before operating a  
chain saw.  
S Carefully plan your sawingoperation inad-  
vance. Do not start cutting until you havea  
clear work area, secure footing, and, if you  
are felling trees, a planned retreat path.  
S Use only Poulan  
accessories and re-  
placement parts as recommended.  
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION  
S Do not smoke while handling fuel or while  
operating the saw.  
S Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in  
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.  
There should be nosmoking, openflames,  
or work that could cause sparks. Allow en-  
gine to cool before refueling.  
S Always have fire extinguishing tools avail-  
able if you should need them.  
S Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on  
bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well  
ventilated place; and use an approved,  
marked container for all fuel purposes.  
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw.  
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel-  
ing site before starting engine.  
S Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a  
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,  
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap  
and refuel unit.  
S Storetheunit and fuel in an area where fuel  
vapors cannot reach sparks or open  
flames from water heaters, electric motors  
or switches, furnaces, etc.  
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY  
S Do not operate a chain saw with one hand.  
Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by-  
standers or any combination of these per-  
sons may result from one-handed opera-  
tion.  
A
chain saw is intended for  
two-handed use.  
S Operate the chain saw only in a well-venti-  
lated outdoor area.  
KICKBACK  
S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a  
tree.  
WARNING: Avoid kickback which  
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the  
backward, upward or sudden forward motion  
of the guide bar occurring when the saw chain  
near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts any  
object such as a log or branch, or when the  
wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in  
the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the wood  
can also result in loss of chain saw control.  
S Rotational Kickback can occur when the  
moving chain contacts an object at the up-  
per tip of the guide bar. This contact can  
cause the chain to dig into the object,  
which stops the chain for an instant. The  
result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction  
which kicks the guide bar up and back to-  
ward the operator.  
S Make sure the chain will not make contact  
with any object while starting the engine.  
Never try to start the saw when the guide  
bar is in a cut.  
S Do not put pressure on the saw at the end  
of the cut. Applying pressure can cause  
you to lose control when the cut is com-  
pleted.  
S Stop the engine before setting the saw  
down.  
S Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-  
aged, improperly adjusted, or not com-  
pletely and securely assembled. Always  
replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain  
brake immediately if it becomes damaged,  
broken or is otherwise removed.  
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Make sure the chain brake nuts are se-  
curely tightened after tensioning thechain.  
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If  
the chain is moving at a slower speed,  
there is greater chance of kickback occur-  
ring.  
S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the  
wood closes in and pinches the moving  
saw chain in the cut along the top of the  
guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly  
stopped. This sudden stopping of the  
chain results in a reversal of the chain  
force used to cut wood and causes the  
saw to move in the opposite direction of the  
chain rotation. The saw is driven straight  
back toward the operator.  
S Cut one log at a time.  
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a  
previous cut.  
S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of  
the bar (plunge cuts).  
S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain  
contacts a foreign object in the wood in the  
cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the  
saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden  
stopping pulls the saw forward and away  
from the operator and could easily cause the  
operator to lose control of the saw.  
S Watch for shifting logs or other forces that  
could close a cut and pinch or fall into  
chain.  
S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar  
and Low--Kickback Chain specified for  
your saw.  
MAINTAIN CONTROL  
Avoid Pinch -Kickback:  
S Be extremely aware of situations or ob-  
structions that can cause material to pinch  
the top of or otherwise stop the chain.  
S Do not cut more than one log at a time.  
S Do not twist the saw as the bar is with-  
drawn from an undercut when bucking.  
Stand to
left of th
Thumb on  
underside of  
handlebar  
Avoid Pull -In:  
S Always begin cutting with the engine at full  
speed and the saw housing against wood.  
S Use wedges made of plastic or wood.  
Never use metal to hold the cut open.  
Never
hand positions  
Kickback Path  
Elbow locked  
Avoid Obstructions  
Thumb on underside of  
handlebar  
S Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both  
hands when the engine is running and don’t  
let go. A firm grip will help you reduce kick-  
back and maintain control of the saw. Keep  
the fingers of your left hand encircling and  
your left thumb under the front handlebar.  
Keep your right hand completely around the  
rear handle whether your are right handed or  
left handed. Keep your left arm straight with  
the elbow locked.  
Clear The Working Area  
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF  
KICKBACK  
S Recognize that kickback can happen.  
With a basic understanding of kickback,  
you can reduce the element of surprise  
which contributes to accidents.  
S Never let themoving chain contact any ob-  
ject at the tip of the guide bar.  
S Position your left hand on the front handlebar  
so it is in a straight line with your right hand  
on the rear handle when making bucking  
cuts. Never reverse right and left hand posi-  
tions for any type of cutting.  
S Keep the working area free from obstruc-  
tions such as other trees, branches, rocks,  
fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid  
any obstruction that your saw chain could  
hit while you are cutting. When cutting a  
branch, do not let the guide bar contact  
branch or other objects around it.  
S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on  
both feet.  
S Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to  
keep your body from being in a direct line  
with the cutting chain.  
S Keep your saw chain sharp and properly  
tensioned. A loose or dull chain can in-  
crease the chance of kickback occurring.  
Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening  
and maintenance instructions. Check ten-  
sion at regular intervals with the engine  
stopped, never with the engine running.  
S Do not overreach. You could be drawn or  
thrown off balance and lose control of the  
saw.  
S Do not cut above shoulder height. It is diffi-  
cult to maintain control of saw above shoul-  
der height.  
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KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES  
WARNING:  
WE DO NOT REP-  
RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS-  
SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL  
PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A KICK-  
BACK. Kickback is a lightning fast action  
which throws the bar and rotating chain back  
and up toward the operator. Kickback can be  
caused by allowing contact of the bar tip in the  
danger zone with any hard object. Kickback  
can also be caused by pinching the saw chain  
along the top of the guide bar. This action may  
push the guide bar rapidly back toward the op-  
erator. Either of these events may cause you  
to lose control of the saw which could result in  
serious injury or even death. DO NOT RELY  
UPON ANY OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTO  
YOUR SAW. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW  
PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID  
KICKBACK. Reduced--kickback guide bars  
and low--kickback saw chains reduce the  
chance and magnitude of kickback and are  
recommended. Your saw has a low kickback  
chain and bar as original equipment. Repairs  
on a chain brake should be made by an autho-  
rized servicing dealer. Take your unit to the  
place of purchase if purchased from a servic-  
ing dealer, or to the nearest authorized master  
service dealer.  
WARNING: The following features  
are included on your saw to help reduce the  
hazard of kickback; however, such features  
will not totally eliminate this danger. As a  
chain saw user, do not rely only on safety de-  
vices. You must follow all safety precau-  
tions, instructions, and maintenance in this  
manual to help avoid kickback and other  
forces which can result in serious injury.  
S Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed  
with a small radius tip which reduces the  
size of the kickback danger zone on the  
bar tip. A Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar  
has been demonstrated to significantly re-  
duce the number and seriousness of kick-  
backs when tested in accordance with  
safety requirements for gasoline powered  
chain saws as set by ANSI B175.1.  
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar  
Small Radius Tip  
Symm
S Tip contact in some cases may cause a light-  
ning fast reverse REACTION, kicking the  
guide bar up and back toward the operator.  
S Pinching the saw chain along the top of the  
guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly  
back toward the operator.  
S Either of these reactions may cause you to  
lose control of the saw which could result in  
serious injury.Do not rely exclusively upon  
the safety devices built into your saw.  
Large Radius Tip  
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a  
contoured depth gauge and guard link  
which deflect kickback force and allow  
wood to gradually ride intothe cutter. Low--  
Kickback Chain has met kickback per-  
formance requirements when tested on a  
representative sample of chain saws be-  
WARNING:  
Computed kickback  
low 3.8 cubic inch displacement specified  
in ANSI B175.1.  
angle (CKA) listed on your saw and listed in the  
CKA table below represents angle of kickback  
your bar and chain combinations will have  
when tested in accordance with CSA (Cana-  
dian Standards Association) and ANSI stan-  
dards. When purchasing replacement bar and  
chain, considerations should be given to the  
lower CKA values. Lower CKA values repre-  
sent safer angles to the user, higher values in-  
dicate more angle and higher kick energies.  
Computed angles represented in the non-acti-  
vated column indicate total energy and angle  
associated without activation of the chain  
brake during kickback. Activated angle repre-  
sents chain stopping time relative to activation  
angle of chain brake and resulting kick angle of  
saw. In all cases lower CKA values represent a  
safer operating environment for the user.  
Contoured Depth Gauge  
Elongated Guard Link  
Deflects  
kickback force  
Lo w --- Ki ckb a c k  
Chain  
and allows wood  
to gradually ride  
into cutter  
Can Obstruct Material  
Not a Low---Kickback Chain  
S Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce the  
chance of your left hand contacting the chain  
if your hand slips off the front handlebar.  
S Position of front and rear handlebars, de-  
signed with distance between handles and  
“in-line” with each other. The spread and “in-  
line” position of the hands provided by this  
design work together to give balance and re-  
sistance in controlling the pivot of the saw  
back toward the operator if kickback occurs.  
The following guide bar and chain combina-  
tions meet kickback requirements of CSA  
Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on  
saws listed in this manual. Use of bar and  
chain combinations other than those listed is  
not recommended and may not meet the  
CKA requirements per standard.  
CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE  
S Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in  
the event of kickback.  
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Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table  
BAR  
MODEL  
P/N  
Length  
CHAIN P/N  
952051310  
CKA without chain brake  
PP4620AV  
530044695  
20  
31_  
arresting screen which meets the  
requirements of California Codes 4442 and  
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of  
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New  
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by  
law that many internal combustion engines  
tobe equipped with a spark arrestingscreen.  
If you operate a chain saw in a state or locale  
where such regulations exist, you are legally  
responsible for maintaining the operating  
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is  
a violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE  
section for maintenance of the spark  
arresting screen.  
Failure to follow all Safety Rules andPrecau-  
tions can result in serious injury. If situations  
occur which are not covered in this manual,  
use care and good judgement. If you need  
assistance, contact your authorized service  
dealer or call 1-800--554--6723.  
STANDARDS: This saw is listed by Under-  
writer’s Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with:  
ANSI B175.1-2000 American National  
Standards for Gasoline--Powered Chain  
Saws -- Safety Requirements  
CSA Z62.1 -1995 Chain Saws -- Occupa-  
tional Health and Safety  
CSA Z62.3-1996 Chain Saw Kickback Oc-  
cupational Health and Safety  
NOTE: If this saw is to be used for commer-  
cial logging, a chain brake is required and  
shall not be removed or otherwise disabled  
to comply with Federal OSHA Regulations  
for Commercial Logging.  
WARNING: The engine exhaust  
from this product contains chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer,  
birth defects or other reproductive harm.  
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations  
through prolonged use of gasoline powered  
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve  
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of  
people prone to circulation disorders or  
abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold  
weather has been linked to blood vessel  
damage in otherwise healthy people. If  
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain,  
loss of strength, change in skin color or texture,  
or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,  
discontinue the use of this tool and seek  
medical attention. An anti-vibration system  
does not guarantee the avoidance of these  
problems. Users who operate power tools on  
a continual and regular basis must monitor  
closely their physical condition and the  
condition of this tool.  
SPECIAL NOTICE:Your saw is equipped  
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark  
ASSEMBLY  
Protective gloves (not provided) should be  
worn during assembly.  
NOTE: CHAIN BRAKE MUST BE DIS-  
ENGAGED BEFORE IT CAN BE RE-  
MOVED OR INSTALLED ON THE  
CHAIN SAW. TO DISENGAGE CHAIN  
BRAKE, PULL THE FRONT HAND  
GUARD BACK TOWARD THE REAR  
OF THE CHAIN BRAKE AS FAR AS  
POSSIBLE (SEE ILLUSTRATION).  
ATTACHING THE BUMPER  
SPIKE (If not already attached)  
The bumper spike may be used as a pivot  
when making a cut.  
1. Loosen and remove thechain brakenuts  
and the chain brake from the saw.  
2. Attach the bumper spike with the two  
screws as illustrated.  
DISENGAGED  
Front Hand Guard  
NGAGED  
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not  
already attached)  
Chain Brake  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is prop-  
erly assembled and all fasteners are secure.  
Always wear gloves when handling the  
chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you  
even when it is not moving!  
1. Loosen and remove thechain brakenuts  
and the chain brake from the saw.  
2. Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if  
present).  
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Depth Gauge  
Cutters  
Location of shipping spacer  
Drive Links  
7. Place the chain over and behind the  
clutch, fitting the drive links in the clutch  
drum sprocket.  
Chain Brake  
Nuts  
Chain
Bar Tool  
3. An adjusting pin and screw is used to ad-  
just the tension of the chain. It is very im-  
portant when assembling the bar, that the  
pin located on the adjusting screw aligns  
into a hole in the bar. Turning the screw will  
move the adjustment pin up and down the  
screw. Locate this adjustment before you  
begin mounting the bar onto the saw. See  
illustration below.  
Place chain onto the sprocket  
8. Fit bottom of drive links between the  
teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the  
guide bar.  
9. Fit chain drive links in bar groove.  
10. Pull the bar forward until the chain is  
snug in the guide bar groove. Ensure all  
drive links are in the bar groove.  
11. Now, install chain brake making sure the  
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower  
hole in the guide bar. Remember this pin  
moves the bar forward and backward as  
the screw is turned.  
12. Install chainbrake nuts and finger tighten  
only. Once the chain is tensioned, you  
will need to tighten chain brake nuts.  
ide view of  
ain Brake  
Adjustment located on Chain Brake  
4. Turn the adjusting screw by hand counter-  
clockwise until the adjusting pin just  
touches the stop. This should allow the pin  
to be near the correct position. Further ad-  
justment may be necessary as you mount  
the bar.  
CHAIN TENSION (Including units with  
chain already installed)  
NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,  
make sure the chain brake nuts are finger  
tight only. Attempting to tension the chain  
when the chain brake nuts are tight can  
cause damage.  
5. Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until  
guide bar stops against clutch drum  
sprocket.  
Checking the tension:  
Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust-  
ment tool (bar tool) to move the chain around  
the bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too  
tight. If too loose, the chain willsag below the  
bar.  
Mount the bar  
6. Prepare the chain by checking the proper  
direction. Without following the illustration it  
is easy to place the chain on the saw in the  
wrong direction. Use the illustration of the  
chain to determine the proper direction.  
Chain Adjustment  
Tool (Bar Tool)  
Chain Brake Nuts  
Tip of  
Bar  
Adjusting the tension:  
Chain tension is very important. Chain  
stretches during use. This is especially true  
during the first few times you use your saw.  
Always check chain tension each time  
before you start the chain saw.  
You can adjust the chain tension by  
loosening the chain brake nuts and turning  
the adjusting screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting  
up on the bar.  
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN  
DIIRECTION OF ROTATION  
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S If chain is too tight, turnadjusting screw 1/4  
turn counterclockwise.  
S If chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw  
1/4 turn clockwise.  
Adjusting screw  
NOTE:The chain is tensioned correctly when  
the weight of the chain does not cause it to sag  
below the guide bar (with the chain saw sitting  
in an upright position), but the chain still moves  
freely around the guide bar.  
Chain Brake Nuts  
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn  
WARNING: If the saw is operated  
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off the  
guide bar and result in serious injury to the op-  
erator and/or damage the chain making it un-  
usable. If the chain jumps off the guide bar, in-  
spect each drive link for damage. Damaged  
chain must be repaired or replaced.  
S Lift up the tip of the bar and tighten the  
chain brake nuts securely with the bar tool.  
S Recheck chain tension.  
OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR SAW  
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR  
CHAIN SAW. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the  
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.  
Front Handle  
Starter Rope  
Chain Adjustment  
Tool  
Front Hand Guard  
(Bar Tool)  
ON/STOP  
Switch  
Muffler  
Chain  
Bar Sprocket  
Hole  
Bar Oil  
Fill Cap  
Fuel Mix Fill Cap  
Starter Housing  
Cylinder Cover  
ction  
hain  
vel  
T
T
Idle Lever  
ON/STOP SWITCH  
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the  
engine.  
THROTTLE TRIGGER  
The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine  
speed.  
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kickback. The chain brake activates manu-  
ally if the front hand guard is pushedforward.  
The chain brake is disengaged by pulling the  
front hand guard back toward the front han-  
dle as far as possible.  
T H R O T T L E LO C K --- O U T  
The THROTTLE LOCK--OUT must be  
pressed before you can squeeze the throttle  
trigger. This feature prevents you from acci-  
dentally squeezing the trigger.  
CHAIN TENSION  
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER  
It is normal for a new chain to stretch during first  
15 minutes of operation. You should check  
your chain tension frequently. See CHAIN  
TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section.  
The choke andfast idlespeed areset by pull-  
ing the CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out fully  
for cold starting or after refueling. The choke  
provides additional fuel to the engine during  
cold starting.  
WARNING: If the saw is operated  
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.  
CHAIN BRAKE  
The CHAIN BRAKE is a device designed to  
stop the chain if kickback occurs. The chain  
brake activates automatically in the event of  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
IMPORTANT  
Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or  
using ethanol or methanol) can cause major  
engine performance and durability problems.  
WARNING: Muffler is very hot dur-  
ing and after use. Do not touch the 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  
(20% alcohol), E--85 (85% alcohol) are NOT  
classified as gasoline and are NOT approved  
for use in 2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of al-  
ternative fuels will cause problems such as: 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.  
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel  
handling information in the safety rules sec-  
tionof this manual before you begin. If youdo  
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.  
FUELING ENGINE  
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION  
The bar and chain require continuous lubrica-  
tion. Lubrication is provided by the automatic  
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 shown by  
smoke coming from the chain and/or discolor-  
ation of the bar.  
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  
kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free  
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil for  
adequate lubrication.  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow-  
ly when refueling.  
HELPFUL TIP  
To obtain the correct oil mix  
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of  
2-cycle synthetic oil into  
one gallon of fresh gas.  
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded  
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be  
mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle  
air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a  
ratio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand  
synthetic oil is recommended. A 40:1 ratio is  
obtained by mixing 3.2 fluid ounces (95 ml) of  
oilwith 1 gallon (4liters) of unleaded gasoline.  
Included with this saw is a 3.2 ounce (95 ml)  
container of Poulan/WEED EATER brand  
synthetic oil. Pour the entire contents of this  
container into 1 gallon (4 liters) of gasoline to  
achieve the proper fuel mixture. DO NOT USE  
automotive or marine oil. These oils will  
cause engine damage. When mixing fuel  
follow the instructions printed on the  
container. Always read and follow the safety  
rules listed under HANDLE FUEL WITH  
CAUTION.  
Genuine Poulan bar and chain oil is  
recommended to protect your unit against  
excessive wear from heat and friction. Poulan  
oil resists high temperature thinning. If Poulan  
bar and chain oil is not available, use a good  
grade SAE 30 oil.  
S Never use waste oil for bar and chainlubri-  
cation.  
S Always stop the engine before removing  
the oil cap.  
CHAIN BRAKE  
Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pulling  
the front hand guard back toward the front han-  
dle as far as possible. The chain brake must be  
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.  
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  
FUEL REQUIREMENTS  
This engine requires the use of minimum 87  
octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.  
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manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot  
muffler can cause serious burns.  
ON/STOP SWITCH  
To stop the engine move the ON/STOP  
switch to the STOP position.  
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.  
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER  
Starter rope handle  
Left hand  
on front  
handle  
FULL HALF OFF  
Right foot through rear handle  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE  
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON position.  
2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the  
HALF CHOKE position.  
WARNING: Do not attempt to throw  
or drop--start the chain saw. Doing so will put  
the operator at risk of serious injury due to  
loss of control of the chain saw.  
3. Pull the starter rope quickly with your right  
hand until the engine starts.  
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER  
4. Squeeze and release the throttle trigger  
to allow engine to return to idle speed.  
DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a  
flooded engine)  
The engine may be flooded if it has not started  
after 10 pulls.  
Flooded engines can be cleared of excess fuel  
by following the warm engine starting proce-  
dure listed above. Ensure the ON/STOP  
switch is in the ON position.  
Starting could require many pulls depending on  
how badly unit is flooded. If engine still fails to  
start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
or call 1-800-554-6723.  
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 rewind slowly.  
For cold weather starting, start the unit at  
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up  
before squeezing the throttle trigger.  
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/  
fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE position.  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine still does not  
start after following these  
instructions, please call  
1-800-554 -6723.  
CHAIN BRAKE  
STARTING  
A
COLD ENGINE (or  
warm engine after running out of  
fuel):  
WARNING: If the brake band is worn  
too thin it may break when the chain brake is  
triggered. With a broken brake band, the chain  
brake will not stop the chain. The chain brake  
should be replaced by an authorized service  
dealer if any part is worn to less than 0.020″  
(0.5 mm) thick. Repairs on a chain brake  
should be made by an authorized service deal-  
er. Take your unit to the place of purchase if  
purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the  
nearest authorized master service dealer.  
NOTE: In the following steps, when the  
choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full  
extent, the correct throttle setting for starting  
is set automatically.  
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-  
tion.  
2. Pullthechoke/fast idlelever out to the full  
extent (to the FULL CHOKE position).  
3. Pull starter rope quickly with your right  
hand a maximum of 10 times. Then, pro-  
ceed to the next step.  
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying  
to start before the 10th pull, stop pulling and  
immediately proceed to the next step.  
4. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the  
HALF CHOKE position.  
5. Pull the starter rope quickly with your  
right hand until the engine starts.  
6. Allow the engine to run for approximately  
30 seconds. Then, squeeze and release  
throttle trigger to allow engine to return to  
idle speed.  
S This saw is equipped with a chain brake.  
The brake is designed to stop the chain if  
kickback occurs.  
S The inertia--activated chain brake is  
activated if the front hand guard is pushed  
forward, either manually (by hand) or  
automatically (by sudden movement).  
S If the brake is already activated, it is  
disengaged by pulling the front handguard  
back toward the front handle as far as  
possible.  
S When cutting with the saw, the chain brake  
must be disengaged.  
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fully depressing the throttle trigger. Activate  
the chain brake by turning your left wrist  
against the hand guard without releasing  
your grip around the front handle. The chain  
should stop immediately.  
Disengaged  
Inertia activating function control  
WARNING: When performing the  
following procedure, the engine must be  
turned off.  
Braking function control  
CAUTION: The chain brake must be  
checked several times daily. The engine must  
be running when performing this procedure.  
This is the only instance when the saw should  
be placed on the ground with the engine run-  
ning.  
Grip the rear handle with your right hand and  
the front handle with your left hand. Hold the  
chain saw approximately 14” (35 cm) above  
a stump or other wooden surface. Release  
your grip on the front handle and use the  
weight of the saw to let the top of the guide  
bar fall forward and contact the stump.  
When the tip of the bar hits the stump, the  
brake should activate.  
Place the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear  
handlewith your right hand andthe front han-  
dle with your left hand. Apply full throttle by  
CUTTING METHODS  
IMPORTANT POINTS  
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES  
S Check chain tension before first use and  
after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN  
TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section.  
S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,  
masonry, non-wood building materials, etc.  
S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign  
object. Inspect the saw and repair or re-  
place parts as necessary. If the chain  
jumps off the guide bar, inspect the chain  
for damaged drive links before reinstalling.  
Burrs on drive links, which prevent them  
from entering the groove of the guide bar,  
can be removed with a flat file.  
S Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even a  
small amount of dirt will dull a chain, increase  
the possibility of kickback, and require chain  
sharpening or replacement.  
S Practice cutting a few small logs using the  
following techniques to get the “feel” of us-  
ing your saw before you begin a major  
sawing operation.  
WARNING: Check for broken or  
dead branches which can fall while cutting  
causing serious injury. Do not cut near build-  
ings or electrical wires if you do not know the  
direction of tree fall, nor cut at night since you  
will not be able to see well, nor during bad  
weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds,  
etc. If the tree makes contact with any utility  
line, the utility company should be notified  
immediately.  
S Carefully plan your sawingoperation inad-  
vance.  
S Clear thework area. You needa clear area  
all around the tree so you can have secure  
footing.  
S Study the natural conditions that can cause  
the tree to fall in a particular direction.  
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to  
fall in a particular direction include:  
S The wind direction and speed.  
S The lean of the tree. The lean of a tree  
might not be apparent due to uneven or  
sloping terrain. Use a plumb or level to de-  
termine the direction of tree lean.  
S Weight and branches on one side.  
S Surrounding trees and obstacles.  
Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is rotted,  
it can snap and fall toward the operator.  
Check for broken or dead branches which  
can fall on you while cutting.  
Make sure there is enough room for the tree to  
fall. Maintain a distance of 2-1/2 tree lengths  
from the nearest person or other objects. En-  
gine noise can drown out a warning call.  
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, sta-  
ples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to  
be made.  
S
Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow  
the engine to reach full speed before  
cutting.  
S
S
S
Begin cutting with the saw frame  
against the log.  
Keep the engine at full speed the entire  
time you are cutting.  
Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert only  
light downward pressure. If you force  
the cut, damage to the bar, chain, or en-  
gine can result.  
S
S
Release the throttle trigger as soon as  
the cut is completed, allowing the en-  
gine to idle. If you run the saw at full  
throttle without a cutting load, unneces-  
sary wear can occur to the chain, bar,  
and engine.  
Toavoid losing control when cut is com-  
plete, do not put pressure onsaw at end  
of cut.  
Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diag-  
onal to the line of fall.  
S Stop the engine before setting the saw  
down after cutting.  
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NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use  
wedges to open the cut when necessary to  
controlthedirectionof fall. To avoid kickback  
and chain damage, use wood or plastic  
wedges, but never steel or iron wedges.  
S Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall:  
cracking sounds, widening of the felling cut,  
or movement in the upper branches.  
Plan a clear retreat path  
Direction of Fall  
45_  
S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down,  
and get away quickly on your planned re-  
treat path.  
FELLING LARGE TREES  
(6 inches in diameter or larger)  
The notch method is used to fell large trees.  
A notch is cut on the side of the tree in thede-  
sired direction of fall. After a felling cut is  
made on the opposite side of tree, the tree  
will tend to fall into the notch.  
S DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree  
with your saw. Be extremely cautious with  
partially fallen trees that may be poorly  
supported. When a tree doesn’t fall com-  
pletely, set thesaw asideand pull down the  
tree with a cable winch, block and tackle,  
or tractor.  
NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,  
remove them before making the notch. If us-  
ing saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw  
chain from contacting ground to prevent dull-  
ing of the chain.  
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE  
(BUCKING)  
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen  
tree to the desired log size.  
WARNING: Do not stand on the log  
being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss  
of footing and control. Do not stand downhill  
of the log being cut.  
NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE  
TREE  
S Make notch cut by cutting the top of the  
notch first. Cut through 1/3 of the diameter  
of the tree. Next complete the notch by cut-  
ting the bottom of the notch. See illustra-  
tion. Once the notch is cut, remove the  
notch of wood from the tree.  
IMPORTANT POINTS  
S Cut only one log at a time.  
S Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp  
pieces of woodcould beflung towardoper-  
ator.  
Final (felling) cut here, 2 inches  
(5 cm) above center of notch.  
S Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never  
allow another person to hold the log while  
cutting and never hold the log with your leg  
or foot.  
First cut  
Notch  
S Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs,  
and roots are tangled such as in a blown  
down area. Drag the logs into a clear area  
before cutting by pulling out exposed and  
cleared logs first.  
TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR  
BUCKING  
Hinge  
Second cut  
WARNING:  
If saw becomes  
pinched or hung in a log, don’t try to force it  
out. You can lose control of the saw resulting  
in injury and/or damage to the saw. Stop the  
saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the  
cut until the saw can be removed easily. Re-  
start the saw andcarefully reenter thecut. To  
avoid kickback and chain damage, do not  
use a metal wedge. Do not attempt to restart  
your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log.  
S After removing the wood from the notch,  
make the felling cut on the opposite side of  
the notch. This is done by making a cut about  
two inches higher than the center of the  
notch. This will leave enough uncut wood  
between the felling cut and the notch to form  
a hinge. This hinge will help prevent the tree  
from falling in the wrong direction.  
Hinge holds tree on stump and helps  
Use a wedge to remove pinched saw  
control fall  
Opening of  
felling cut  
Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or  
wooden wedge to force cut open.  
Overcutting begins on the top sideof thelog  
with the bottom of the saw against the log.  
When overcutting use light downward pres-  
sure.  
Closing  
of notch  
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st  
Overcutting  
Undercutting  
1
Cut  
nd  
2
Cut  
Undercutting involves cutting on the under-  
side of the log with top of saw against the log.  
When undercutting use light upward pres-  
sure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control.  
The saw will tend to push back toward you.  
Using a support stand  
nd  
2
Cut  
WARNING: Never turn saw upside  
down to undercut. The saw cannot be con-  
trolled in this position.  
Always make your first cut on the compres-  
sion side of the log. The compression side of  
the log is where the pressure of the log’s  
weight is concentrated.  
st  
1
Cut  
st  
1
Cut  
First cut on compression side of log  
nd  
2
Cut  
Second cut  
Second cut  
LIMBING AND PRUNING  
WARNING: Be alert for and guard  
against kickback. Do not allow the moving  
chain to contact any other branches or ob-  
jects at the nose of the guide bar when limb-  
ing or pruning. Allowing such contact canre-  
sult in serious injury.  
First cut on compression side of log  
WARNING: Never climb into a tree  
to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders,  
platforms, a log, or in any position which can  
cause you to lose your balance or control of  
the saw.  
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT  
S Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the  
log.  
S Roll the log over and finish with a second  
overcut.  
IMPORTANT POINTS  
S Watch for logs with a compression side to  
prevent the saw from pinching. See il-  
lustration for cutting logs with a compres-  
sion side.  
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly  
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot-  
ing and balance.  
S Watch out for springpoles. Use extreme  
caution when cutting small size limbs.  
Slender material may catch the saw chain  
and be whipped toward you or pull you off  
balance.  
BUCKING USING A LOG OR  
SUPPORT STAND  
S Remember your first cut is always on the  
compression side of the log. (Refer to the  
illustration below for your first and second  
cut)  
S Be alert for springback. Watch out for  
branches that are bent or under pressure.  
Avoid being struck by the branch or the  
saw when the tension in the wood fibers is  
released.  
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear  
branches out of the way to avoid tripping  
over them.  
S Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the  
diameter of the log.  
S Finish with your second cut.  
nd  
Using a log for support  
2
Cut  
LIMBING  
S Always limb atreeafter it is cut down. Only  
then can limbing be done safely and prop-  
erly.  
S Leave the larger limbs underneath the  
felled tree to support the tree as you work.  
S Start at the base of the felled tree and work  
toward the top, cutting branches and  
limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut.  
st  
1
Cut  
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S Keep the tree between you and the chain.  
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the  
branch you are cutting.  
S Next make a 2nd cut all the way through  
the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving  
a1 to 2inchcollar fromthe truck of thetree.  
S Remove larger, supporting branches with  
the cuttingtechniques described in BUCK-  
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.  
Second cut  
Third cut  
S Always use an overcut to cut small and  
freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could  
cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.  
PRUNING  
WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs  
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if  
branches are higher than your shoulder. Get  
a professional to do the job.  
S Make your fist cut 1/3 of the way through  
the bottom of the limb.  
Collar  
First cut  
Pruning technique  
SERVICE  
Cleaning the air filter:  
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 service dealer.  
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-  
ance and increases fuel consumption and  
harmful emissions. Always clean after 15  
tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation, which-  
ever comes first. Clean more frequently in  
dusty conditions. A used aire filter can never  
be completely cleaned. It is advisable to re-  
place your air filter with a new one after every  
50 hours of operation, or annually, whichever  
comes first.  
HELPFUL TIP  
IMPORTANT: Have all  
repairs other than the rec-  
ommended maintenance  
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.  
2. Remove cylinder cover.  
described in the instruction  
manual performed by an  
3. Remove air filter.  
authorized service dealer.  
4. Clean the air filter using hot soapy water.  
Rinse with clean cool water. Air dry com-  
pletely before reinstalling.  
If any dealer other than an authorized  
service dealer performs work on the  
product, Poulan may not pay for repairs  
under warranty. It is your responsibility  
to maintain and perform general mainte-  
nance.  
5. Reinstall air filter.  
6. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws.  
TIghten securely.  
Air Filter  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE  
Check:  
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:  
Air Filter  
Screws  
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK  
ARRESTING SCREEN  
Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use  
Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use  
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*  
Chain brake . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*  
Spark arresting screen  
As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up  
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,  
and must be removed to avoid creating a fire  
hazard or affecting engine performance.  
Replace the spark arresting screen if breaks  
occur.  
and muffler . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours*  
Replace spark plug . Yearly  
CLEANING THE SPARK  
ARRESTING SCREEN  
Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly  
* Hours of Operation  
Clean every 25 hours of operation or annually,  
whichever comes first.  
AIR FILTER  
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline  
or other flammable solvent to avoid creating  
a fire hazard or producing harmful evapora-  
tive emissions.  
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CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS  
Steel  
Backplate  
WARNING: The chain will be mov-  
ing during most of this procedure. Wear your  
protective equipment and observe all safety  
precautions. The chain must not move at idle  
speed.  
The carburetor has been carefully set at the  
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if  
you notice any of the following conditions:  
Muffler  
Muffler  
Bolts  
Aluminum  
Backplate  
S Chain moves at idle. See IDLE SPEED--T  
Muffler  
Gasket  
adjusting procedure.  
Bolt Cover  
Locknut  
S Saw will not idle. See IDLE SPEED--T ad-  
justing procedure.  
Idle Speed--T  
1. Loosen and remove the 3 cylinder cover  
screws. Remove the cylinder cover.  
2. Pull off the spark plug boot.  
3. Loosen and remove the locknut from the  
bolt cover. Remove the bolt cover.  
4. Loosen and remove the 2 muffler bolts.  
Remove the muffler, muffler gasket and  
backplates. Notice the orientation of  
these parts for reassembling.  
5. Locate the 2 outlet cover screws on the  
muffler. Loosen and remove both  
screws. Remove the outlet cover and  
spark arresting screen.  
Allow engine to idle. If the chain moves, idle  
is too fast. If the enginestalls, idle is tooslow.  
Adjust speed until engine runs without chain  
movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too  
slow).  
S Turn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to in-  
crease engine speed.  
S Turn idle speed screw (T) counterclock-  
wise to decrease engine speed.  
If you require further assistance or are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact your  
authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
1--800--554--6723.  
BACK VIEW OF MUFFLER  
Outlet Cover  
BAR MAINTENANCE  
Muffler  
If your saw cuts to one side, has to be forced  
through the cut, or been run with an improper  
amount of bar lubrication it may be neces-  
sary to serviceyour bar. A worn bar will dam-  
age your chain and make cutting difficult.  
Screws  
Spark Arresting  
Screen  
After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is  
in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust  
from the guide bar and sprocket hole.  
6. Clean the spark arresting screen with a  
wire brush. Replace screen if any wires  
are broken or screen is blocked after  
cleaning.  
7. Reinstall spark arresting screen.  
8. Reinstall outlet cover and 2 screws. En-  
sure outlet cover and both screws are  
reinstalled correctly to prevent damage  
to the saw (see illustrations). The ex-  
haust outlets must face the chain brake  
(bar side) of the saw.  
To maintain guide bar:  
S Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-  
tion.  
S Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and  
chain brake. Remove bar and chain from  
saw.  
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each  
5 hours of operation.  
Remove Sawdust From  
Guide Bar Groove  
Outlet Cover  
Oil Holes  
Exhaust Outlets  
S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal  
process of rail wear. Remove these burrs  
with a flat file.  
Exhaust Outlets must face  
chain brake (bar side) of chain saw  
S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to re-  
store square edges and sides.  
9. Inspect the muffler gasket and replace if  
damaged.  
10. Reinstall backplates, muffler gasket and  
muffler using muffler bolts. Tighten until  
secure.  
File Rail Edges  
and Sides  
Square  
11. Reinstall bolt cover and locknut.  
12. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
13. Reinstall the cylinder cover and  
screws. Tighten securely.  
3
Worn Groove  
Correct Groove  
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Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,  
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when  
excess heating or burring of the rails occurs.  
If replacement is necessary, use only the guide  
bar specified for your saw in the repair parts list  
or on the decal located on the chain saw.  
S
S
S
File on the forward stroke only. Use 2  
or 3 strokes per cutting edge.  
Keep all cutters the same length  
when filing.  
File enough to remove any damage  
to cutting edges (side plate and top  
plate of cutter).  
CHAIN SHARPENING  
Remove Damage  
All Cutters  
Same Length  
WARNING: Improper chain sharp-  
ening techniques and/or depth gauge mainte-  
nance will increase the chance of kickback  
which can result in serious injury.  
Top Plate  
Side Plate  
WARNING: Wear protective gloves  
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and  
can cut you even when it is not moving.  
Conditions which indicate the need for chain  
sharpening:  
S
File chain to meet the specifications  
as shown.  
60˚  
60˚  
S Reduction in size of wood chips. The size  
of the wood chip will decrease as the chain  
gets duller until it becomes more like a  
powder than a chip. Note that dead or  
rotted wood will not produce a good chip.  
S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle.  
S Saw has to be forced through the cut.  
25˚  
Hook Angle  
0.025 inch  
Tools required:  
S 3/16 inch (4,5 mm) diameter round file and  
file holder  
S Flat file  
S Depth gauge tool  
(0.65 mm)  
Rounded  
Corner  
Right  
Too Much Hook Angle  
TO SHARPEN CHAIN:  
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP  
position.  
Squared Off  
Corner  
2. Check chain for proper tension. Adjust  
chain tension if necessary. See CHAIN  
TENSION section.  
3. Sharpen cutters.  
S
To sharpen the cutters, position the  
file holder level (90˚) so that it rests  
on the top edges of the cutter and  
depth gauge.  
Wrong  
Maintain the proper  
NOTE: The chain has both left and  
WARNING:  
right hand cutters.  
hook angle according to the manufacturer’s  
specifications for the chain you are using. Im-  
proper hook angle will increase the chance of  
kickback which can result in serious injury.  
4. Check and lower depth gauges.  
File Holder  
Cutter  
File  
90˚  
File  
Depth Gauge Tool  
Depth Gauge  
Depth Gauge  
S
Align the 25˚ file holder marks paral-  
lelwith thebar and to the center of the  
chain.  
S
S
Place gauge tool on cutter.  
Cutter  
If the depth gauge is higher than the  
depth gauge tool, file it level to the top of  
the depth gauge tool.  
S
Maintain rounded front corner of  
depth gauge with a flat file.  
25˚  
File Holder Line  
Cutter  
NOTE: The very top of the depth  
gauge should be flat with the front  
half rounded off with a flat file.  
S
Sharpen cutters on one side of the  
chain first. File from the inside of each  
cutter to the outside. Then, turn the  
chain saw around and repeat the pro-  
cess for the other side of the chain.  
If you require further assistance or are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact your  
authorized service dealer or call our customer  
assistance help line at 1--800--554--6723.  
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SPARK PLUG  
SEASONAL STORAGE  
Prepareyour unit for storage at theend of the  
season or if it will not be used for 30 days or  
more.  
The spark plug should be replaced each  
year to ensure the engine starts easier and  
runs better. Ignition timing is fixed and non-  
adjustable.  
If your chain saw is to be stored for a period  
of time:  
NOTE: This spark ignition system complies  
with the Canadian standard ICES--002.  
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.  
2. Remove the cylinder cover.  
3. Pull off the spark plug boot.  
4. Remove spark plug from cylinder and  
discard.  
S Clean saw thoroughly before storage.  
S Store in a clean dry area.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and  
guide bar.  
S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or  
cloth.  
5. Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
socket wrench. Spark plug gap should  
be 0.025 inches.  
FUEL SYSTEM  
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-  
TION section of this manual, see message  
labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of  
gasohol in your chain saw.  
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and  
screws. Tighten securely.  
3
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in  
minimizing the formation of fuel gum depos-  
its during storage. Add stabilizer to the gaso-  
line in the fuel tank or fuel storage container.  
Follow the mix instructions found on stabiliz-  
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.  
Spark Plug Boot  
COOLING SYSTEM  
HELPFUL TIP  
During storage of your gas/  
oil mixture, the oil will sepa-  
rate from the gas.  
We recommend that you  
shake the gas can weekly  
to insure proper blending of  
the gas and oil.  
To keep the working temperature as low as  
possible the machine is equipped with a  
cooling system.  
The cooling system consists of:  
S Air intake on the starter  
S Air guide plate  
S Fins on the flywheel  
S Cooling fins on the cylinder  
S Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the  
cylinder)  
Clean the cooling system with a brush after  
each use, more often in demanding condi-  
tions. A dirty or blocked cooling system re-  
sults in the machine overheating which  
causes damage to the piston and cylinder.  
ENGINE  
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon  
of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled)  
through the spark plug opening. Slowly  
pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distrib-  
ute oil.  
STORAGE  
S Replace spark plug with new one of rec-  
ommended type and heat range.  
S Clean air filter.  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use:  
S Allow the engine to cool, and secure the  
unit before storing or transporting.  
S Store chain saw and fuel in a well venti-  
lated area where fuel vapors cannot reach  
sparks or open flames from water heaters,  
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.  
S Store chain saw with all guards in place  
and position chain saw so that any sharp  
object cannot accidentally cause injury.  
S Store chain saw well out of the reach of  
children.  
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.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to  
rust.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of  
the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start or will run  
only a few  
seconds after  
starting.  
1. Move ignition switch to ON.  
2. See “Difficult Starting” in  
Operation Section.  
1. Ignition switch off.  
2. Engine flooded.  
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
4. Install new spark plug.  
3. Fuel tank empty.  
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. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
2. Crankshaft seals worn.  
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Clean or replace air filter.  
1. Air filter dirty.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.  
3. Disengage chain brake.  
2. Spark plug fouled.  
3. Chain brake engaged.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Too much oil mixed with  
gasoline.  
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
Engine  
smokes  
excessively.  
Chain moves  
at idle speed.  
1. Idle speed requires  
adjustment.  
2. Clutch requires repair.  
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
Poulan, a division of Husqvarna Outdoor  
7349 Statesville Road  
Charlotte, NC 28269  
1--800--554--6723  
Products Inc., warrants to the original con-  
sumer purchaser that each new Poulan  
brand gasoline chain saw is free from de-  
fects in material and workmanship and  
agrees to repair or replace under this war-  
ranty any defective gasoline chain saw as  
follows from the original date of purchase.  
1 YEAR - Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
In Canada, contact:  
Poulan  
5855 Terry Fox Way  
Mississauga,Ontario L5V3E4  
Giving the model number, serial number and  
date of purchase of your product and the  
name and address of the authorized dealer  
from whom it was purchased.  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE  
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM  
STATE TO STATE.  
60 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income pro-  
ducing purposes.  
30 DAYS - Parts andLabor, if used for rental  
purposes.  
This warranty is not transferable and does not  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance or alteration,  
or the use of accessories and/or attachments  
not specifically recommended by Poulan for  
this chain saw. This warranty does not cover  
tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes,  
chain sharpening, bars, chains, and other parts  
which wear and require replacement with rea-  
sonable use during the warranty period. This  
warranty does not cover predelivery setup,  
installation of guide bar and chain, and normal  
adjustments explained in the instruction manu-  
al such as chain tension adjustments. This  
warranty does not cover transportation costs.  
In the event you have a claim under this war-  
ranty, you must return the product to an au-  
thorized service dealer.  
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-  
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-  
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIEDWAR-  
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR  
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-  
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE  
ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION  
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
This is a limited warranty within the meaning  
of that term as defined in the Magnuson--  
Moss Act of 1975.  
The policy of Poulan is to continuously im-  
prove its products. Therefore, Poulan re-  
serves the right to change, modify, or discon-  
tinue models, designs, specifications, and  
accessories of all products at any time with-  
out notice or obligation to any purchaser.  
Should you have any unansweredquestions  
concerning this warranty, please contact:  
Poulan, a division of Husqvarna Outdoor  
Products Inc.  
U.S. EPA/ENVIRONMENT CANADA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-  
LIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental  
Protection Agency, Environment Canada  
and Poulan PRO are pleased to explain the  
emissions control system warranty on your  
year 2010 and later small off--road engine. In  
California, all small off--road engines must be  
designed, built, and equipped to meet the  
State’s stringent anti--smog standards. Pou-  
lan PRO must warrant the emission control  
system on your small off--road engine for the  
periods of time listed below provided there  
has been no abuse, neglect, or improper  
maintenance of your small off--road engine.  
Your emission control system includes parts  
such as the carburetor, the ignition system and  
the fuel tank. Where a warrantable condition  
exists, Poulan PRO will repair your small off--  
roadengine at nocost to you. Expenses cov-  
ered under warranty include diagnosis, parts  
and labor. MANUFACTURER’S WARRAN-  
TY COVERAGE: If any emissions related  
part on your engine (as listed under Emis-  
sions Control Warranty Parts List) is defective  
or a defect in the materials or workmanship of  
the engine causes the failure of such an emis-  
sion related part, the part will be repaired or re-  
placed by Poulan PRO. OWNER’S WAR-  
RANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As the small  
off--road engine owner, you are responsible  
for the performance of the required mainte-  
nance listed in your instruction manual. Pou-  
lan PRO recommends that you retain all re-  
ceipts covering maintenance on your small  
off--road engine, but Poulan PRO cannot  
deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts  
or for your failure to ensure the performance  
of all scheduled maintenance. As the small  
off--road engine owner, you should be aware  
that Poulan PRO may deny you warranty  
coverage if your small off--road engine or a  
part of it has failed due to abuse, neglect, im-  
proper maintenance, unapproved modifica-  
tions, or the use of parts not made or ap-  
proved by the original equipment  
manufacturer. You are responsible for pres-  
enting your small off--road engine to an Poulan  
PRO authorized repair center as soon as a  
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problem exists. Warranty repairs should be  
completed in a reasonable amount of time, not  
to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions  
regarding your warranty rights and responsi-  
bilities, youshould contact your nearest autho-  
rized service center, call Poulan PRO at  
1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail corre-  
spondence to emission.warranty@HCOP--  
emission.com. WARRANTY COMMENCE-  
MENT DATE: The warranty period begins  
on the date the small off--road engine is pur-  
chased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This  
warranty shall be for a period of two years  
from the initial date of purchase, or until the  
end of the product warranty (whichever is  
longer). WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR  
REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-  
placement of any warranted part will be per-  
formed at no charge to the owner at an ap-  
proved Poulan PRO servicing center. If you  
have any questions regarding your warranty  
rights and responsibilities, you should con-  
tact your nearest authorized service center,  
call Poulan PRO at 1--800--554--6723, or  
send e-mail correspondence to emission.  
warranty@HCOP--emission.com. WARRAN-  
TY PERIOD: Any warranted part which is not  
scheduled for replacement as required  
maintenance, or which is scheduled only for  
regular inspection to the effect of “repair or  
replace as necessary” shall be warranted for  
2 years. Any warranted part which is sched-  
uled for replacement as required mainte-  
nance shall be warranted for the period of  
time up to the first scheduled replacement  
point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner  
shall not be charged for diagnostic labor  
which leads to the determination that a war-  
ranted part is defective if the diagnostic work  
is performed at an approved Poulan PRO  
servicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-  
AGES: Poulan PRO may be liable for dam-  
ages to other engine components caused by  
the failure of a warranted part still under war-  
ranty. WHATIS NOTCOVERED: Allfailures  
caused by abuse, neglect, or improper main-  
tenance are not covered. ADD -ON OR MO-  
DIFIED PARTS: The use of add--on or modi-  
fied parts can be grounds for disallowing a  
warranty claim. Poulan PRO is not liable to  
cover failures of warranted parts caused by the  
use of add--on or modified parts. HOW TO  
FILE A CLAIM: If you have any questions re-  
garding your warranty rights and responsibi-  
lities, you shouldcontact your nearest autho-  
rized service center, call Poulan PRO at  
1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail corre-  
spondence to emission.warranty@HCOP--  
emission.com. WHERE TO GET WAR-  
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or  
repairs shall be provided at all Poulan PRO  
service centers. Call: 1--800--554--6723 or  
send e-mail correspondence to emission.  
warranty@HCOP--emission.com. MAINTE-  
NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR  
OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any  
Poulan PRO approved replacement part  
used in the performance of any warranty  
maintenance or repair on emission related  
parts will be provided without charge to the  
owner if the part is under warranty. EMIS-  
SION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS  
LIST: Carburetor, air filter (covered up to main-  
tenance schedule), ignition system: spark plug  
(covered up to maintenance schedule), ignition  
module, muffler including catalyst (if equipped),  
fuel tank. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:  
The owner is responsible for the perfor-  
mance of all required maintenance as de-  
fined in the instruction manual.  
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.  
Example: (Year) EPA and/or CALIFORNIA.  
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:  
Moderate (50 hours)  
Intermediate (125 hours)  
Extended (300 hours)  
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