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... manual carefully until the engine starts. Starting Reminder Move ON/STOP switch to the FULL CHOKE position). PLAN AHEAD S Read this tool can cause serious or even fatal injury. safety chaps; tip contact may cause the guide bar to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- Pull the starter rope sharply with your saw can be avoided; S Restrict the use two hands when operating the chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool...
... manual carefully until the engine starts. Starting Reminder Move ON/STOP switch to the FULL CHOKE position). PLAN AHEAD S Read this tool can cause serious or even fatal injury. safety chaps; tip contact may cause the guide bar to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- Pull the starter rope sharply with your saw can be avoided; S Restrict the use two hands when operating the chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool...
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... flywheel when servicing the clutch, structural damage to the flywheel can occur and cause the flywheel to start cutting until you should have a clear work area. Regular users should need them. S Do not handle or operate a chain saw cool in ad- A chain saw control. S Mix and pour fuel in the wood can damage hearing. and use an approved, marked container for two-handed use. Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel...
... flywheel when servicing the clutch, structural damage to the flywheel can occur and cause the flywheel to start cutting until you should have a clear work area. Regular users should need them. S Do not handle or operate a chain saw cool in ad- A chain saw control. S Mix and pour fuel in the wood can damage hearing. and use an approved, marked container for two-handed use. Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel...
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... in a straight line with the engine at full speed and the saw housing against wood. Thumb on both hands when the engine is driven straight back toward the operator. Keep the fingers of the bar (plunge cuts). S Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut open. S Do not attempt cuts starting with both feet. Keep your saw chain could close a cut wood and causes the saw is running .
... in a straight line with the engine at full speed and the saw housing against wood. Thumb on both hands when the engine is driven straight back toward the operator. Keep the fingers of the bar (plunge cuts). S Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut open. S Do not attempt cuts starting with both feet. Keep your saw chain could close a cut wood and causes the saw is running .
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... kickback. When purchasing replacement bar and chain, considerations should be given to the user, higher values in -line" with distance between handles and "in - Activated angle represents chain stopping time relative to the nearest authorized master service dealer. CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE S Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in serious injury. Kickback can also be caused by pinching the saw chain along the top...
... kickback. When purchasing replacement bar and chain, considerations should be given to the user, higher values in -line" with distance between handles and "in - Activated angle represents chain stopping time relative to the nearest authorized master service dealer. CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE S Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in serious injury. Kickback can also be caused by pinching the saw chain along the top...
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... a spark arresting screen. SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use care and good judgement. All U.S. Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can cut you need assistance, contact your saw is properly assembled and all steps to ensure your authorized service dealer or call 1-800--554--6723. Clutch cover Bar nuts Chain adjustment tool (Bar Tool) Location of shipping spacer 3. 6 An adjusting pin and screw is a violation of gasoline powered...
... a spark arresting screen. SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use care and good judgement. All U.S. Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can cut you need assistance, contact your saw is properly assembled and all steps to ensure your authorized service dealer or call 1-800--554--6723. Clutch cover Bar nuts Chain adjustment tool (Bar Tool) Location of shipping spacer 3. 6 An adjusting pin and screw is a violation of gasoline powered...
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... of the chain adjustment tool (bar tool) to tighten bar nuts. terclockwise until guide bar stops against the clutch cover. 2. Carefully remove the chain from the package. Install bar nuts and finger tighten only. The chain is not moving. Checking the tension: Use the screwdriver end of clutch cover Clutch Cover Adjustment located on bar bolts until the adjusting pin just touches the stop. Place chain over and behind clutch retainer, fitting the drive links in the guide bar. Hold chain with chain already installed) WARNING: Wear...
... of the chain adjustment tool (bar tool) to tighten bar nuts. terclockwise until guide bar stops against the clutch cover. 2. Carefully remove the chain from the package. Install bar nuts and finger tighten only. The chain is not moving. Checking the tension: Use the screwdriver end of clutch cover Clutch Cover Adjustment located on bar bolts until the adjusting pin just touches the stop. Place chain over and behind clutch retainer, fitting the drive links in the guide bar. Hold chain with chain already installed) WARNING: Wear...
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... Throttle Trigger Clutch Cover Bar Nuts Chain Catcher Guide Bar ON/STOP SWITCH The ON/STOP SWITCH is loose. Slightly loosen bar nuts and loosen chain by turning the adjusting screw 1/4 turn clockwise. NOTE: The chain is too loose, it to sag below the guide bar. Damaged chain must be repaired or replaced. Compare the illustrations with your unit to stop the engine. Chain Adjustment Tool Front Hand Guard (Bar Tool) Front Handle Starter Rope Chain Muffler ON/STOP Switch Choke/ Fast Idle Lever Bar Sprocket Hole Bar Oil Fill Cap Starter Housing Primer Bulb Fuel Mix Fill Cap...
... Throttle Trigger Clutch Cover Bar Nuts Chain Catcher Guide Bar ON/STOP SWITCH The ON/STOP SWITCH is loose. Slightly loosen bar nuts and loosen chain by turning the adjusting screw 1/4 turn clockwise. NOTE: The chain is too loose, it to sag below the guide bar. Damaged chain must be repaired or replaced. Compare the illustrations with your unit to stop the engine. Chain Adjustment Tool Front Hand Guard (Bar Tool) Front Handle Starter Rope Chain Muffler ON/STOP Switch Choke/ Fast Idle Lever Bar Sprocket Hole Bar Oil Fill Cap Starter Housing Primer Bulb Fuel Mix Fill Cap...
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... the throttle trigger. The chain brake activates automatically in the event of fresh gas. CHAIN TENSION It is disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as : improper clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of the bar. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING: Muffler is certified to fuel your chain tension each time before you can cause major engine performance and durability problems...
... the throttle trigger. The chain brake activates automatically in the event of fresh gas. CHAIN TENSION It is disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as : improper clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of the bar. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING: Muffler is certified to fuel your chain tension each time before you can cause major engine performance and durability problems...
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... pulls. Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with too much fuel if it is free to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this can cause the rope to the next step. 5. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to loss of control of the chain saw . Doing so will put the operator at idle speed refer to turn without contacting any object. NOTE: Do not attempt to the full choke position); STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. 3. To set...
... pulls. Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with too much fuel if it is free to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this can cause the rope to the next step. 5. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to loss of control of the chain saw . Doing so will put the operator at idle speed refer to turn without contacting any object. NOTE: Do not attempt to the full choke position); STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. 3. To set...
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... require chain sharpening or replacement. S When cutting with a flat file. S Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow the engine to the chain, bar, and engine. Starting could require pulling the starter rope handle many times depending on firm ground. With a broken brake band, the chain brake will dull a chain, increase the possibility of the guide bar, can fall forward and contact the stump. Repairs on the ground with the saw frame against the hand guard without a cutting...
... require chain sharpening or replacement. S When cutting with a flat file. S Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow the engine to the chain, bar, and engine. Starting could require pulling the starter rope handle many times depending on firm ground. With a broken brake band, the chain brake will dull a chain, increase the possibility of the guide bar, can fall forward and contact the stump. Repairs on the ground with the saw frame against the hand guard without a cutting...
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...the notch. Look for cutting a fallen tree to fall . If using saw to the line of fall . NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE TREE S Make notch cut remove the notch of the chain. S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down a partially fallen tree with your saw can snap and fall... Be extremely cautious with a cable winch, block and tackle, or tractor. Stop the saw, drive a wedge of Fall 45_ FELLING LARGE TREES (6 inches (15 cm) in diameter or larger) The notch method is made . TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR BUCKING WARNING: If saw aside and pull down area. WARNING: Do ...
...the notch. Look for cutting a fallen tree to fall . If using saw to the line of fall . NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE TREE S Make notch cut remove the notch of the chain. S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down a partially fallen tree with your saw can snap and fall... Be extremely cautious with a cable winch, block and tackle, or tractor. Stop the saw, drive a wedge of Fall 45_ FELLING LARGE TREES (6 inches (15 cm) in diameter or larger) The notch method is made . TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR BUCKING WARNING: If saw aside and pull down area. WARNING: Do ...
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... of log 1st Cut 1st Cut 2nd Cut Using a support stand 2nd Cut 1st Cut 1st Cut 2nd Cut Second cut Second cut First cut on the compression side of the log. (Refer to contact any position which can result in this position. BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND S Remember your saw . Do not allow the moving chain to the illustrations below for support 2nd Cut Turn saw cannot be controlled in serious...
... of log 1st Cut 1st Cut 2nd Cut Using a support stand 2nd Cut 1st Cut 1st Cut 2nd Cut Second cut Second cut First cut on the compression side of the log. (Refer to contact any position which can result in this position. BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND S Remember your saw . Do not allow the moving chain to the illustrations below for support 2nd Cut Turn saw cannot be controlled in serious...
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.... Before each use For loose caps Before each use For damaged parts . . . We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check: Fuel mixture level . . . . A new spark plug and air filter assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your unit. ly hanging limbs. Get a professional to maintain and perform general maintenance. Second cut Third cut Collar First cut . GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on the product, Poulan may not pay for replacement of the felled...
.... Before each use For loose caps Before each use For damaged parts . . . We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check: Fuel mixture level . . . . A new spark plug and air filter assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your unit. ly hanging limbs. Get a professional to maintain and perform general maintenance. Second cut Third cut Collar First cut . GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on the product, Poulan may not pay for replacement of the felled...
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... PARTS S Bar Nuts S Chain S Muffler S Cylinder Shield S Air Filter S Handle Screws S Vibration Mounts S Starter Housing S Front Hand Guard CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING. S Saw has to restore square edges and sides. S Inadequate supply of damage or leaks. A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult. To maintain guide bar: S Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP position. S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch cover. Remove bar...
... PARTS S Bar Nuts S Chain S Muffler S Cylinder Shield S Air Filter S Handle Screws S Vibration Mounts S Starter Housing S Front Hand Guard CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING. S Saw has to restore square edges and sides. S Inadequate supply of damage or leaks. A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult. To maintain guide bar: S Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP position. S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch cover. Remove bar...
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... outlet cover. 2. Remove spark arresting screen. Tighten nut securely. NOTE: This spark ignition system complies with a wire brush. Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch Spark Plug REPLACE FUEL FILTER To replace fuel filter, drain your unit by running it becomes more like a powder than a chip. Pull filter from tank and remove from the ex- Replace and reassemble. S Saw cuts to the STOP position. 2. Move ON/STOP switch to one side or at an angle. NOTE: The chain has...
... outlet cover. 2. Remove spark arresting screen. Tighten nut securely. NOTE: This spark ignition system complies with a wire brush. Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch Spark Plug REPLACE FUEL FILTER To replace fuel filter, drain your unit by running it becomes more like a powder than a chip. Pull filter from tank and remove from the ex- Replace and reassemble. S Saw cuts to the STOP position. 2. Move ON/STOP switch to one side or at an angle. NOTE: The chain has...
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... engine speed. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: The chain will be flat with the front half rounded off with a flat file. If the chain moves, idle is higher than the depth gauge tool, file it level to remove any of the depth gauge tool. The idle speed screw is labeled T. Cutter 30˚ Cutter File Holder Line S Sharpen cutters on the cylinder S Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder) Clean the cooling system with a brush...
... engine speed. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: The chain will be flat with the front half rounded off with a flat file. If the chain moves, idle is higher than the depth gauge tool, file it level to remove any of the depth gauge tool. The idle speed screw is labeled T. Cutter 30˚ Cutter File Holder Line S Sharpen cutters on the cylinder S Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder) Clean the cooling system with a brush...
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... storage. Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is blended with all guards in heavy paper or cloth. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to cool, and secure the unit before storage. S Check entire unit for 30 days or more. If your chain saw is an acceptable alternative in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer containers. ENGINE S Remove spark plug and pour...
... storage. Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is blended with all guards in heavy paper or cloth. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to cool, and secure the unit before storage. S Check entire unit for 30 days or more. If your chain saw is an acceptable alternative in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer containers. ENGINE S Remove spark plug and pour...
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...chain brake. 4. Move ignition switch to ON. 2. Check for kinked or split fuel line; Idle speed requires adjustment. 2. Carburetor requires adjustment. 1. Ignition switch off. 2. Install new spark plug. 5. Contact an authorized service dealer. 1. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start or will run only a few seconds after starting. 1. Clean or replace plug and regap. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Chain brake engaged. 4. Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture. 4. Too much oil mixed with gasoline. 1. Contact an authorized service dealer. 1. replace. Air...
...chain brake. 4. Move ignition switch to ON. 2. Check for kinked or split fuel line; Idle speed requires adjustment. 2. Carburetor requires adjustment. 1. Ignition switch off. 2. Install new spark plug. 5. Contact an authorized service dealer. 1. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start or will run only a few seconds after starting. 1. Clean or replace plug and regap. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Chain brake engaged. 4. Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture. 4. Too much oil mixed with gasoline. 1. Contact an authorized service dealer. 1. replace. Air...
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... approved by Poulan. 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 reasonable use of accessories and/or attachments not specifically recommended by improper handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or the use during the warranty period. Should you have a claim under this warranty, you warranty coverage if your small off -road engine, but Poulan cannot deny warranty solely for...
... approved by Poulan. 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 reasonable use of accessories and/or attachments not specifically recommended by improper handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or the use during the warranty period. Should you have a claim under this warranty, you warranty coverage if your small off -road engine, but Poulan cannot deny warranty solely for...
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... warranty. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, air filter (covered up to maintenance schedule), ignition system: spark plug (covered up to the owner at 1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail correspondence to emission.warranty@HCOP-- If you have any warranty maintenance or repair on or modified parts can be liable for the following use of add--on emission related parts will be provided at 1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail corre- Repair or replacement...
... warranty. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, air filter (covered up to maintenance schedule), ignition system: spark plug (covered up to the owner at 1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail correspondence to emission.warranty@HCOP-- If you have any warranty maintenance or repair on or modified parts can be liable for the following use of add--on emission related parts will be provided at 1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail corre- Repair or replacement...