Poulan 210 - Manual (Page 18)

G. STORAGE
Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of
the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
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WARNING
Allow the engine to cool, and secure the unit before stor­
ing or transporting it in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel in
an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc. Store unit with all guards in place.
Position so that any sharp object such as the chain can­
not accidentally cause injury to passers by. Store the
unit out of the reach of children.
GAS CHAIN SAW STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
If your chain saw is to be stored for a period of time,
clean it thoroughly prior to storage. Remove any dirt,
sawdust, leaves, oil, grease, etc. Store in a clean dry
• Clean the entire unit.
• Clean air filter. Refer to “General Maintenance.”
• Inspect the bar clamp area and clean any dirt, saw­
dust, grass, or debris that has collected. Inspect the
guide bar and chain; replace a guide bar that is bent,
warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way. Replace a damaged or worn chain.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces to prevent rust
from forming.
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CAUTION: I Wear gloves when handling the chain.
The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not
moving.
• Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of the
guide bar and chain; wrap it in heavy paper or cloth.
• Be sure all handles and guards are in place and are
securely fastened. Replace any damaged parts.
ENGINE
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur to fuel system
components.
Follow these instructions:
1. Drain the fuel from the unit into an approved fuel
container.
2. Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by starting the
engine and letting it run until it stops.
3. Allow the engine to cool before storage.
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits
from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the
carburetor, fuel filter, fuel line, or tank during storage.
Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels
called gasohol (or using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture, which leads to oil/gas separation and forma­
tion of acids during storage which will damage your
engine. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding sta­
bilizer to allow stabilizer to reach the carburetor.
Poulan Pro 40:1 2-cycle engine oil is specially blended
with fuel stabilizers.
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Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40; 1 oil
mix through the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil to inner
engine surfaces.
• Replace spark plug with a new one of the recom­
mended type and heat range.
• Clean air filter. Refer to “General Maintenance.”
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Reinstall all covers and hardware removed for access;
tighten all screws and fasteners.
• Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts.
Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts.
• Use fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio
at the beginning of the next season.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
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Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your fuel system will cause prob­
lems.
• Store your unit in a well ventilated area and covered,
if possible, to prevent dust and dirt accumulation. Do
not cover with plastic. Plastic cannot breathe and will
induce condensation and eventual rust or corrosion.
IMPORTANT: Never cover unit while engine and
exhaust areas are still warm.