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CHAIN
T ENSION
It is non:qal for a new chain to stretch during the
first 15 minutes of operation. You should check
your
chain
tension
frequently.
See
CHAIN
TENSION
under the ASSEMBLY
section.
A
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.
FUELING
ENGINE
_
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slow-
ly when refueling.
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2-cycle
synthetic
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one gallon of fresh gas.
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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 ra-
tio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED
EATER brand syn-
thetic oil is recommended.
A 40:1 ratio is
obtained by mixing 3,2 ounces
(95 ml) of oil
with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline.
In-
cluded with this saw is a 3.2 ounce container of
PoulanANEED
EATER
brand synthetic
oil.
Pour the entire contents of this container into 1
gallon of gasoline to achieve
the prober fuel
mixture. DO NOT USE automotive
or marine
oil.
These
oils wilt 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.
BAR AND
CHAIN
LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require
continuous
_ubri-
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 littIe oil will cause
overheating
shown by smoke coming from the chain and/
or discoloration
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.
Genuine
Poulan bar and chain oil is recom-
mended
to protect
your unit against
exces-
sive 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.
• Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-
cation.
• Always
stop the engine
before removing
the oil cap.
IMPORTANT
Experience
indicates
that alcohol-blended
fuels
(called
gasohol
or using
ethanol
or
methanol)
can attract moisture
which
leads
to separation
and formation
of acids during
storage.
Acidic gas can damage
the fuel
system
of an engine while
in storage.
To
avoid
engine
problems,
the
fuel
system
should
be emptied
before
storage
for 30
days or longer.
Drain the gas tank. start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor
are empty.
Use fresh fuel next
season.
See STORAGE
section
for addi-
tionat information.
_=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
manual, Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
To stop
the engine
move
the ON/STOP
switch
to the STOP position.
To start
the engine
hoid the saw firmly on
the ground
as illustrated.
Make
sure the
chain is free to turn without
contacting
any
object.
Use only 15" - 18" (38 - 45 cm) of
rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter
rope.
Starter Rope Handle
!
Ii t
_ i_/--f_
on Front
Right Foot Through
Rear Handle
IMPORTANT
POINTS
TO REMEMBER
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 re-
wind 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 attempt to cut material with
the choke/fast
idle lever in the FU LLCHOKE
position.
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HELPFUL
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!f y°ur engine still d°es n°t
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start
after following these
I
instructions,
please
carl
1 - 800- 554 - 5723.
STARTING
A
COLD
ENGINE
(or
warm
engine
after
running
out
of
fuel)
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