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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.

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.

S

Replace spark plug with new one of rec-

ommended type and heat range.

S

Clean air filter.

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.

TROUBLE

CAUSE

REMEDY

Engine will not

start or will run

only a few

seconds after

starting.

1. Ignition switch off.

2. Engine flooded.

3. Fuel tank empty.

4. Spark plug not firing.

5. Fuel not reaching

carburetor.

1. Move ignition switch to ON.

2. See “Difficult Starting” in

Operation Section.

3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

4. Install new spark plug.

5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

Check for kinked or split fuel line;

repair or replace.

Engine will

not idle

properly.

1. Idle speed requires

adjustment.

2. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the

Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

1. Air filter dirty.

2. Spark plug fouled.

3. Chain brake engaged.

4. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

Engine will not

accelerate,

lacks power,

or dies under

a load.

1. Clean or replace air filter.

2. Clean or replace plug and regap.

3. Disengage chain brake.

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine

smokes

excessively.

1. Too much oil mixed with

gasoline.

1. Empty fuel tank and refill with

correct fuel mixture.

WARNING:

Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of

the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

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.

Summary of Contents for 545137224

Page 1: ...al Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d Instructions WARNING Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury ADVERTENCIA...

Page 2: ...st idle lever out to the full extent to the FULL CHOKE posi tion Push the choke fast idle lever in to the HALF CHOKE position Starting Reminder SAFETY RULES WARNING Always disconnect spark plug wire a...

Page 3: ...ur 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...

Page 4: ...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 in...

Page 5: ...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...

Page 6: ...ingscreen 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 violatio...

Page 7: ...orward and back ward as the screw is turned Clutch Cover Lower Hole Guide Bar Adjusting Pin 12 Install bar nuts and finger tighten only Once the chain is tensioned you will need to tighten bar nuts CH...

Page 8: ...WARNING If the saw is operated with a loose chain the chain could jump off the guide bar and result in serious injury OPERATION KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFOR...

Page 9: ...tents of this container into 1 gallon 4 liters of gasoline to achieve the proper fuel mixture DO NOT USE automotive or marineoil Theseoils willcause enginedam age When mixing fuel follow the instructi...

Page 10: ...d re lease the throttle trigger to allow engine to return to idle speed STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1 Move ON STOP switch to the ON posi tion 2 Slowly press primer bulb 6 times 3 To set the fast idle pull...

Page 11: ...ng S Allow thechaintocutfor you Exertonly light downward pressure If you force the cut damage to the bar chain oren gine can result S Release the throttle trigger as soon as the cut is completed allow...

Page 12: ...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 setthesaw asideandpull downthe t...

Page 13: ...lt in serious injury WARNING Neverclimb intoa treeto limb or prune Do not stand on ladders plat forms a log or inany positionwhich cancause you to lose your balance or control of the saw IMPORTANT POI...

Page 14: ...items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty the operator must main tain unit as instructed in this manual Various adjustments will need to be...

Page 15: ...ful emissions Always clean your air filter after 10 tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation whichever comes first Clean more frequently in dusty conditions A used air filter can never be completely clea...

Page 16: ...chain movement idle too fast or stalling idle too slow The idle speed screw is located in the area above the primer bulb and is labeled T S Turn idle screw T clockwise to increase engine speed S Turn...

Page 17: ...ON 2 See Difficult Starting in Operation Section 3 Fill tank with correct fuel mixture 4 Install new spark plug 5 Check for dirty fuel filter replace Check for kinked or split fuel line repair or repl...

Page 18: ...issions control system warranty on your year 2007 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 s...

Page 19: ...ing a warranty claim Poulan 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 regarding your warranty right...

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