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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

WARNING:

Be sure to read the fuel

handling information in the safety rules sec-

tion of this manual before you begin. If you do

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

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 un-

leaded 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 ounces (95 ml)

of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gaso-

line. Included with this saw is a 3.2 ounce (95

ml) container of Poulan/Weed Eater brand syn-

thetic oil. Pour the entire contents of this con-

tainer 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.

BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION

The bar and chain require continuous lubri-

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 little 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 or Poulan PROR bar and

chain oil is recommended to protect your unit

against excessive wear from heat and fric-

tion. Poulan or Poulan PROR

oil resists

high temperature thinning.

If Poulan or Poulan PROR bar and chain oil

is not available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
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Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-

cation.

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Always stop the engine before removing

the oil cap.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol--blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or meth-

anol) can attract moisture which leads to sepa-

ration and formation of acids during storage.

Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine prob-

lems, 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-

tional information.

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.

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 hold the saw firmly on

the ground as illustrated. Make sure the

chain is free to turn without contacting any

object.

Left Hand

on Front

Handle

Starter Rope Handle

Right Foot Through Rear Handle

Use only 15″ -- 18″ (40 -- 45 cm) of

rope per pull.

Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.

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 FULL CHOKE

position.

HELPFUL TIP

If your engine still does not

start after following these

instructions, please call

1--800--554--6723.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or warm

engine after running out of fuel)

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.

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