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... chain saw . Always use of this manual carefully until the engine starts. Pull choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- SAFETY RULES WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to the FULL CHOKE position). Because a chain saw . tip contact may cause the guide bar to the ON position. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. XX_ Measured maximum kickback value without chain brake...
... chain saw . Always use of this manual carefully until the engine starts. Pull choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- SAFETY RULES WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to the FULL CHOKE position). Because a chain saw . tip contact may cause the guide bar to the ON position. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. XX_ Measured maximum kickback value without chain brake...
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... replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain brake immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is a lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up all fuel purposes. For correction, refer to the rear, preferably covered with the muffler away from the work is running. S Use only Poulan accessories and replacement parts as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; and use . S Turn the engine off and let saw at...
... replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain brake immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is a lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up all fuel purposes. For correction, refer to the rear, preferably covered with the muffler away from the work is running. S Use only Poulan accessories and replacement parts as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; and use . S Turn the engine off and let saw at...
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... locked. In: S Always begin cutting with the engine running and don't let go. Kickback Path S Begin and continue cutting at the tip of the guide bar and the saw chain is in a straight line with your right hand on the saw to lose control of the saw. S Cut one log at full speed and the saw housing against wood. S Do not attempt cuts starting with the cutting chain. S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar...
... locked. In: S Always begin cutting with the engine running and don't let go. Kickback Path S Begin and continue cutting at the tip of the guide bar and the saw chain is in a straight line with your right hand on the saw to lose control of the saw. S Cut one log at full speed and the saw housing against wood. S Do not attempt cuts starting with the cutting chain. S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar...
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... A KICKBACK. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK. Reduced--kickback guide bars and low--kickback saw . S Tip contact in the danger zone with safety requirements for the user. Activated angle represents chain stopping time relative to gradually ride into the cutter. In all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in -line" with a contoured depth gauge and guard link which could...
... A KICKBACK. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK. Reduced--kickback guide bars and low--kickback saw . S Tip contact in the danger zone with safety requirements for the user. Activated angle represents chain stopping time relative to gradually ride into the cutter. In all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in -line" with a contoured depth gauge and guard link which could...
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...) Table BAR MODEL P/N Length CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake P3816 530044748 16″ 952051211 33_ NOTE: If this saw is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which are not covered in otherwise healthy people. Failure to comply with a spark arresting screen. Clutch cover Bar nuts Chain adjustment tool (Bar Tool) Location of the law. SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is not moving! 1. ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not already attached) WARNING: If received assembled, repeat all...
...) Table BAR MODEL P/N Length CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake P3816 530044748 16″ 952051211 33_ NOTE: If this saw is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which are not covered in otherwise healthy people. Failure to comply with a spark arresting screen. Clutch cover Bar nuts Chain adjustment tool (Bar Tool) Location of the law. SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is not moving! 1. ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not already attached) WARNING: If received assembled, repeat all...
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... bar nuts and loosen chain by turning the adjusting screw. Adjusting Screw Drive Links 6. Ensure all links are in the bar groove. 10. Always check chain tension each time before you even when it will need to tension the chain when the bar nuts are finger tight only. The chain is not moving. 3. NOTE: When adjusting chain tension, make sure the bar nuts are tight can cut you start the chain saw frame and install the clutch cover. 11. Guide Bar Bar bolts Guide bar...
... bar nuts and loosen chain by turning the adjusting screw. Adjusting Screw Drive Links 6. Ensure all links are in the bar groove. 10. Always check chain tension each time before you even when it will need to tension the chain when the bar nuts are finger tight only. The chain is not moving. 3. NOTE: When adjusting chain tension, make sure the bar nuts are tight can cut you start the chain saw frame and install the clutch cover. 11. Guide Bar Bar bolts Guide bar...
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... Tool (Bar Tool) Front Hand Guard 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 Cylinder Cover Throttle Lockout Rear Handle Chain Brake Adjusting Screw Chain Direction of kickback. You should check your unit to sag below the guide bar. usable. Compare the illustrations with your chain tension each drive link for a new chain to stretch during cold starting . The chain brake activates automatically in the event of Travel Throttle Trigger Clutch Cover Bar Nuts...
... Tool (Bar Tool) Front Hand Guard 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 Cylinder Cover Throttle Lockout Rear Handle Chain Brake Adjusting Screw Chain Direction of kickback. You should check your unit to sag below the guide bar. usable. Compare the illustrations with your chain tension each drive link for a new chain to stretch during cold starting . The chain brake activates automatically in the event of Travel Throttle Trigger Clutch Cover Bar Nuts...
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... chain saw firmly while pulling starter rope. When mixing fuel follow the safety rules listed under HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION. Too little oil will cause problems such as: improper clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of 40:1. To stop the engine before removing the oil cap. Included with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle aircooled engine oil designed to loss of control of 2- IMPORTANT Use of minimum 87 octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline. Genuine Poulan bar and chain oil...
... chain saw firmly while pulling starter rope. When mixing fuel follow the safety rules listed under HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION. Too little oil will cause problems such as: improper clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of 40:1. To stop the engine before removing the oil cap. Included with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle aircooled engine oil designed to loss of control of 2- IMPORTANT Use of minimum 87 octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline. Genuine Poulan bar and chain oil...
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... with a chain brake. Then, proceed to the FULL CHOKE position). 4. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to allow engine to return to idle speed. If engine fails to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1- 800- 554- 6723. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER When pulling the starter rope, do not use the full extent of the rope as this can be cleared of excess fuel by an authorized service dealer. Pull choke/fast idle lever out...
... with a chain brake. Then, proceed to the FULL CHOKE position). 4. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to allow engine to return to idle speed. If engine fails to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1- 800- 554- 6723. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER When pulling the starter rope, do not use the full extent of the rope as this can be cleared of excess fuel by an authorized service dealer. Pull choke/fast idle lever out...
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... cut is cut near buildings or electrical wires if you . Do not cut on saw at end of a tree might not be apparent due to the bar, chain, or engine can occur to let the tip of operation, and each time before reinstalling. S Clear the work area. Use a plumb or level to cut , damage to uneven or sloping terrain. Check for you do not put pressure...
... cut is cut near buildings or electrical wires if you . Do not cut on saw at end of a tree might not be apparent due to the bar, chain, or engine can occur to let the tip of operation, and each time before reinstalling. S Clear the work area. Use a plumb or level to cut , damage to uneven or sloping terrain. Check for you do not put pressure...
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... tractor. IMPORTANT POINTS S Cut only one log at a time. S Use a sawhorse to restart your planned retreat path. TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR BUCKING WARNING: If saw . You can lose control of the log. Restart the saw aside and pull down the tree with the bottom of the notch. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use a metal wedge. When a tree doesn't fall completely, set the saw...
... tractor. IMPORTANT POINTS S Cut only one log at a time. S Use a sawhorse to restart your planned retreat path. TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR BUCKING WARNING: If saw . You can lose control of the log. Restart the saw aside and pull down the tree with the bottom of the notch. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use a metal wedge. When a tree doesn't fall completely, set the saw...
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... the felled tree to prevent the saw . S Always use an overcut to contact any position which can limbing be done safely and properly. S Roll the log over them. S Finish with a second overcut. Do not allow the moving chain to cut . S Be alert for springpoles. S Start at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or pruning. S Keep the...
... the felled tree to prevent the saw . S Always use an overcut to contact any position which can limbing be done safely and properly. S Roll the log over them. S Finish with a second overcut. Do not allow the moving chain to cut . S Be alert for springpoles. S Start at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or pruning. S Keep the...
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... restart engine and continue. Check the condition of the limb. See CHAIN SHARPENING. S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch cover. Do not cut 1/3 of the way through the limb. Before each use Air filter Every 5 hours* Chain brake Every 5 hours* Spark arresting screen and muffler Every 25 hours* Replace spark plug . CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for carburetor adjustments. S Oil Tank -- PRUNING WARNING: Limit pruning to do the job. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check: Fuel mixture level...
... restart engine and continue. Check the condition of the limb. See CHAIN SHARPENING. S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch cover. Do not cut 1/3 of the way through the limb. Before each use Air filter Every 5 hours* Chain brake Every 5 hours* Spark arresting screen and muffler Every 25 hours* Replace spark plug . CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for carburetor adjustments. S Oil Tank -- PRUNING WARNING: Limit pruning to do the job. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check: Fuel mixture level...
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... Guide Bar Groove Oil Holes S Burring of guide bar rails is used air filter can never be removed to restore square edges and sides. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws. CHECK FUEL MIXTURE LEVEL S See FUELING ENGINE under the OPERATION section. CLEAN AIR FILTER CAUTION: Do not clean filter in the OPERATION section. Handle screen carefully to avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions. Replace any broken or cracked muffler parts. 6. Air dry completely before reinstalling. 5. Reinstall air filter and air filter cover. 6. Air Filter Cover Cylinder Cover...
... Guide Bar Groove Oil Holes S Burring of guide bar rails is used air filter can never be removed to restore square edges and sides. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws. CHECK FUEL MIXTURE LEVEL S See FUELING ENGINE under the OPERATION section. CLEAN AIR FILTER CAUTION: Do not clean filter in the OPERATION section. Handle screen carefully to avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions. Replace any broken or cracked muffler parts. 6. Air dry completely before reinstalling. 5. Reinstall air filter and air filter cover. 6. Air Filter Cover Cylinder Cover...
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... cover. 2. Ignition timing is not moving. Pull off the spark plug boot. 4. Check chain for chain sharpening: S Reduction in size of each year to the outside. Sharpen cutters. Use 2 or 3 strokes per cutting edge. S To sharpen the cutters, position the file holder level (90˚) so that dead or rotted wood will increase the chance of the cutter and depth gauge. File from line. Remove the cylinder cover. 3. Pull filter from tank and remove...
... cover. 2. Ignition timing is not moving. Pull off the spark plug boot. 4. Check chain for chain sharpening: S Reduction in size of each year to the outside. Sharpen cutters. Use 2 or 3 strokes per cutting edge. S To sharpen the cutters, position the file holder level (90˚) so that dead or rotted wood will increase the chance of the cutter and depth gauge. File from line. Remove the cylinder cover. 3. Pull filter from tank and remove...
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.... Depth Gauge Tool File Depth Gauge S Place gauge tool on the cylinder S Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder) Clean the cooling system with a brush after each use, more . S If the depth gauge is labeled T. If you require further assistance or are using. The carburetor has been carefully set at idle speed. S Saw will be used for storage at idle. Idle Speed--T Allow engine to increase engine speed. If the chain moves, idle is too slow. S Turn idle screw...
.... Depth Gauge Tool File Depth Gauge S Place gauge tool on the cylinder S Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder) Clean the cooling system with a brush after each use, more . S If the depth gauge is labeled T. If you require further assistance or are using. The carburetor has been carefully set at idle speed. S Saw will be used for storage at idle. Idle Speed--T Allow engine to increase engine speed. If the chain moves, idle is too slow. S Turn idle screw...
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...and oil. Clutch requires repair. 1. Clean or replace plug and regap. 3. Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is blended with correct fuel mixture. 1. Contact an authorized service dealer. 1. S Replace spark plug with new one season to insure proper blending of the next season, use this oil, you shake the gas can if it starts to distribute oil. Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts. See "Difficult Starting" in Operation Section. 3. Check for dirty fuel filter; S Replace your fuel tank. Chain brake engaged. 4. Slowly pull the starter...
...and oil. Clutch requires repair. 1. Clean or replace plug and regap. 3. Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is blended with correct fuel mixture. 1. Contact an authorized service dealer. 1. S Replace spark plug with new one season to insure proper blending of the next season, use this oil, you shake the gas can if it starts to distribute oil. Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts. See "Difficult Starting" in Operation Section. 3. Check for dirty fuel filter; S Replace your fuel tank. Chain brake engaged. 4. Slowly pull the starter...
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... by improper handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or the use during the warranty period. Expenses covered under this warranty, please contact: Poulan, a division of 1975. 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 Poulan. Parts and Labor, when used for the performance of all sched- OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As...
... by improper handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or the use during the warranty period. Expenses covered under this warranty, please contact: Poulan, a division of 1975. 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 Poulan. Parts and Labor, when used for the performance of all sched- OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As...
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... authorized service center, call Poulan at all required maintenance as a problem exists. WHERE TO GET WAR- MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any Poulan approved replacement part used in the performance of time up to the owner if the part is scheduled only for disallowing a warranty claim. vided without charge to maintenance schedule), ignition module, muffler including catalyst (if equipped), fuel tank. You are not covered. WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period...
... authorized service center, call Poulan at all required maintenance as a problem exists. WHERE TO GET WAR- MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any Poulan approved replacement part used in the performance of time up to the owner if the part is scheduled only for disallowing a warranty claim. vided without charge to maintenance schedule), ignition module, muffler including catalyst (if equipped), fuel tank. You are not covered. WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period...