Poulan 2375 TYPE 6, 2175 TYPE 6, 2150 TYPE 6, 2150 PR TYPE 6, 2150 PR TYPE 1-5 Owner’s Manual

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Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d'lnstructions

1950 / 1975 / 2050 / 2055 / 2075 / 2150

2155 / 2175 / 2350 / 2375 / 2150PR

For Occasional Use Only c(UL)us

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using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

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Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2

WARNINGt This chain

saw can be dangerous! Care-
lessor improperuse can cause
sedous or even fatal injury.

Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection.

Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.

Read and understand the
instruction manual before

using the chain saw.

WARNINGt Contacting the guide bar tip with any object

should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to

move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause se-
rious injury.

Measured maximum kickback value without chain brake for the bar
and chain combination on the label.

_ WARNING: Always disconnect

spark plug wire and place wire where it can-
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, ad-

justing or making repairs except carburetor

adjustments.
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood-
catting tool, special safety precautions must

be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or improper use of this tool can

cause serious injury.
PLAN AHEAD

• Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use the unit.

• Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
who understand and can follow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-

tions found in this manual.

• Wear protective gear. Always use steel-
toed safety footwear with non-slip soles;
snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip
gloves; eye protection such as non-fog-
ging, vented goggles or face screen; an
approved safety hard hat; and sound bard-
ers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your
hearing. Regular users should have hear-
ing checked regularly as chain saw noise
can damage hearing. Secure hair above
shoulder length.

Hearing Safety Hat

Protection _Eye

Snug

• Keep all parts of your body away from the

• Keep children, bystanders, and animals a

• Do not handle or operate a chain saw when

"_S o'o_ Protection

Clothing Gloves

Safety Safety Chaps
Shoes

chain when the engine is running.
minimum of 30 feet (1g meters) away from

the work area. Do not allow other people
or animals to be near the chain saw when

starting or operating the chain saw.
you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have

taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You
must be in good physical condition and men-
tally alert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If
you have any condition that might be aggra-
vated by strenuous work, check with your
doctor before operating a chain saw.

Heavy Duty

• Carefullyplanyoursawingoperationinad-
vance.Donotstartcuttinguntilyouhavea
clearworkarea,securefooting,and,ifyou
arefellingtrees,aplannedretreatpath.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

• Do not operate a chain saw with one hand.
Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by-

standers or any combination of these per-
sons may result from one-handed opera-

tion. A chain saw is intended for
two-handed use.

• Operate the chain saw only in a well-venti-
lated outdoor area.

• Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a
tree.

• Make sure the chain will not make contact
with any object while starting the engine.

Never try to start the saw when the guide
bar is in a cut.

• Do not put pressure on the saw at the end
of the cut. Applying pressure can cause
you to lose control when the cut is com-
pleted.

• Stop the engine before setting the saw
down.

• Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-
aged, improperly adjusted, or not com-
pletely and securely assembled. Always
replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain
brake immediately if it becomes damaged,

broken or is otherwise removed.

• With the engine stopped, hand carry the
chain saw with the muffler away from your
body, and the guide bar and chain to the
rear, preferably covered with a scabbard.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD
WORKING ORDER

• Have all chain saw service performed by a
qualified service dealer with the exception

of the items listed in the maintenance sec-
tion of this manual. Forexample, if improp-

er tools are used to remove or hold the fly-
wheel when servicing the clutch, structural
damage to the flywheel can occur and
cause the flywheel to burst.

• Make certain the saw chain stops moving
when the throttle trigger is released. For

correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-
JUSTMENTS.

• Never modify your saw in any way.

• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free ofoil
or fuel mixture.

• Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-
teners securely tightened.

• Use only Poulan® accessories and re-
placement parts as recommended.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

• Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the saw.

• Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.
There should be no smoking, open flames,
or workthat could cause sparks. Allow en-
gine to cool before refueling.

• Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on
bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well
ventilated place; and use an approved,

marked container for all fuel purposes.
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw.

• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel-
ing site before starting engine.

• Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,

straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap
and refuel unit.

• Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open

flames from water heaters, electric motors
or switches, furnaces, etc.

KICKBACK

_WARNING: Avoid kickback which

can result in serious injury. Kickback is the
backward, upward or sudden forward motion
of the guide bar occurring when the saw
chain near the upper tip of the guide bar con-
tacts any object such as a log or branch, or
when the wood closes in and pinches the
saw chain inthe cut. Contacting a foreign ob-

ject in the wood can also result in loss of

chain saw control.

• Rotational Kickback can occur when the
moving chain contacts an object at the up-

per tip of the guide bar. This contact can
cause the chain to dig into the object,

which stops the chain for an instant. The
result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction
which kicks the guide bar up and back to-
ward the operator.

• Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the
wood closes in and pinches the moving

saw chain in the cut along the top of the
guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly
stopped. This sudden stopping of the

chain results in a reversal of the chain
force used to cut wood and causes the

saw to move in the opposite direction of the
chain rotation. The saw is driven straight
back toward the operator.

• Pull-In can occur when the moving chain
contacts a foreign object in the wood in the

cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the
saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden
stopping pulls the saw forward and away
from the operator and could easily cause the
operator to lose control of the saw.

Avoid Pinch-Kickback:

• Be extremely aware of situations or ob-
structions that can cause material to pinch
the top of or otherwise stop the chain.

• Do not cut more than one log at a time.

• Do not twist the saw as the bar is with-
drawn from an undercut when bucking.

Avoid Pull-In:

• Always begin cutting with the engine at full
speed and the saw housing against wood.

• Use wedges made of plastic or wood.
Never use metal to hold the cut open.

Xrk_ /._ Kickback Path

ClearTheWorkingArea

REDUCETHECHANCEOF
KICKBACK

• Recognizethatkickbackcanhappen.
Withabasicunderstandingofkickback,
youcanreducetheelementofsurprise

whichcontributestoaccidents.

• Neverletthemovingchaincontactanyob-

jectatthetipoftheguidebar.

• Keeptheworkingareafreefromobstruc-
tionssuchasothertrees,branches,rocks,
fences,stumps,etc.Eliminateoravoid
anyobstructionthatyoursawchaincould
hitwhileyouarecutting.Whencuttinga
branch,donotlettheguidebarcontact
branchorotherobjectsaroundit.

• Keepyoursawchainsharpandproperly

tensioned.Alooseordullchaincanin-
creasethechanceofkickbackoccurring.

Followmanufacturer'schainsharpening

andmaintenanceinstructions.Checkten-
sionatregularintervalswiththeengine

stopped,neverwiththeenginerunning.

Makesurethechainbrakenutsarese-
curelytightenedaftertensioningthechain.

• Beginandcontinuecuttingatfullspeed.If

thechainismovingataslowerspeed,
thereisgreaterchanceofkickbackoccur-
ring.

• Cutonelogatatime.

• Useextreme caution when re-entering a

previous cut.

• Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of
the bar (plunge cuts).

• Watch for shifting logs or other forces that
could close a cut and pinch or fall into

chain.

• Use the Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar
and Low-Kickback Chain specified for
your saw.

MAINTAIN CONTROL

Stand to the

[

k handlebar

hand positions

Elbow locked

Thumb on underside of
handlebar

• Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both
hands when the engine is running and
don't let go. A firm grip will help you reduce

kickback and maintain control of the saw.
Keep the fingers of your left hand encir-

cling and your left thumb under the front
handlebar. Keep your right hand com-
pletely around the rear handle whether
your are right handed or left handed. Keep
your left arm straight with the elbow

looked.

• Position your left hand on the front handle-
bar so it is in a straight line with your right
hand on the rear handle when making
bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left
hand positions for any type of cutting.

• Stand with yoor weight evenly balanced on
both feet.

• Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to
keep your body from being in a direct line
with the cutting chain.

• Do not overreach. You could be drawn or
thrown off balance and lose control of the

saw.

• Do not cut above shoulder height. Itis diffi-
cult to maintain control of saw above

shoulder height.

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

,_WARNING: The following features

are included on your saw to help reduce the
hazard of kickback; however, such features
will not totally eliminate this danger. As a
chain saw user, do not rely only on safety de-
vices. You must follow all safety precau-
tions, instructions, and maintenance in this
manual to help avoid kickback and other
forces which can result in serious injury.

• Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar, designed
with a small radius tip which reduces the
size of the kickback danger zone on the
bar tip. A Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar
has been demonstrated to significantly re-

duce the number and seriousness of kick-
backs when tested in accordance with

safety requirements for gasoline powered
chain saws as set by ANSI B175.1.

Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar

can 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 bar rapidly back

all Radius Tip

Symmetrical Guide Bar L_._"

toward the operator. Either of these events
may cause you to lose control of the saw
which could result in serious injury or even

death. DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF THE
DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW. YOU
SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY AND

{

• Low-Kickback Chain, designed with a
contoured depth gauge and guard link

which deflect kickback force and allow
wood to gradually ride into the cutter. Low-

Kickback Chain has met kickback per-
formance requirements when tested on a
representative sample of chain saws be-
low 3.8 cubic inch displacement specified

in ANSI B175.1.

Contoured Depth GaLtge

Large Radius Tip

CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK. Re-
duced-kickback guide bars and low-kick-

back saw chains reduce the chance and
magnitude of kickback and are recom-

mended. Your saw has a low kickback chain
and bar as original equipment. Repairs on a

chain brake should be made by an autho-
rized servicing dealer. Take your unit to the

place of purchase if purchased from a ser-
vicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized
master service dealer.

• Tip contact in some cases may cause a light-

• Pinching the saw chain along the top of the

_£k Elongated Guard LinkDeflects

Low- KJckback

Chain to gradually ride

ickback force

and allows

into cutter

wood

• Either of these reactions may cause you to

_WARNING: CompLied kickback

_--_an Obstruct Material

Not a Low- KJckbaek Chain

• Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce the
chance of your left hand contacting the chain
if your hand slips off the front handlebar.

• Position of front and rear handlebars, de-
signed with distance between handles and

"in-line" with each other. The spread and
"in-line" position of the hands provided by

this design work together to give balance
and resistance in controlling the pivot of
the saw back toward the operator if kick-

back occurs.

CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE

• Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in
the event of kickback.

_WARNING: WE DO NOT REP-

RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS-
SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL

PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A
KICKBACK. Kickback is a lightning fast ac-

tion which throws the bar and rotating chain
back and up toward the operator. Kickback

angle (CKA) listed on your saw and listed inthe
CKA table below represents angle of kickback
your bar and chain combinations will have
when tested in accordance with CSA (Cana-
dian Standards Association) and ANSI stan-
dards. When purchasing replacement bar and
chain, considerations should be given to the
lower CKA values. Lower CKA values repre-
sent safer angles to the user, higher values in-
dicate more angle and higher kick eneq_ies.
Computed angles represented indicate total
energy and angle associated without activation
of the chain brake during kickback. Activated
angle represents chain stopping time relative to
activation angle of chain break and resulting
kick angle of saw. In all cases lower CKA val-
ues represent a safer operating environment

for the user.
The following guide bar and chain combina-
tions meet kickback requirements of CSA

Standards Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when
used on saws listed inthis manual. Use of bar

and chain cembinations other than those listed
is not recommended and may not meet the
CKA requirements per standard.

Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table

BAR

MODEL P/N

1950/1975/2080 952044368

2055/2078/

2150/2150PR

2155/2178/

2350/2375

952044370 16" 952051211

952044418 18" 952051338

Length CHAIN P/N

14" 952051209

ning fast reverse REACTION, kicking guide
bar up and back toward operator.

guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back toward the operator.

lose control of the saw which could result in
sedous injury. Do not rely exclusively upon
devices built into your saw.

CKA without chain brake

24 °

19°
14°

NOTE:Ifthissawistobeusedforcom-
merciallogging,achainbrakeisrequired

andshallnotberemovedorotherwisedis-
abledtocomplywithFederalOSHARegula-

tionsforCommercialLogging.
SAFETYNOTICE:Exposuretovibrations

throughprolongeduseofgasolinepowered

handtoolscouldcausebloodvesselornerve
damageinthefingers,hands,andjointsof

peopleproneto circulationdisordersor
abnormalswellings.Prolongeduseincold

weatherhasbeenlinkedto bloodvessel
damagein otherwisehealthypeople.If

symptomsoccursuchasnumbness,pain,
lossofstrength,changeinskinosiorortexture,
orlossoffeelinginthefingers,hands,orjoints,

discontinuetheuseofthistoolandseek
medicalattention.Ananti-vibrationsystem

doesnotguaranteetheavoidanceofthese
problems.Userswhooperatepowertoolson
acontinualandregularbasismustmonitor
closelytheirphysicalconditionandthe

conditionofthistool.
SPECIALNOTICE:Yoursawisequipped

withatemperaturelimitingmufflerandspark
arrestingscreenwhichmeetsthe

requirementsofCaliforniaCedes4442and

4443.AllU.S.forestlandandthestatesof

California,Idaho,Maine,Minnesota,New
Jersey,Oregon,andWashingtonrequireby
lawthatmanyinternalcombustionengines
tobeequippedwithasparkarrestingscreen.
Ifyouoperateachainsawinastateorlocale
wheresuchregulationsexist,youarelegally
responsibleformaintainingtheoperating
conditionoftheseparts.Failuretodosois

aviolationofthelaw.RefertotheSERVICE
sectionfor maintenanceof thespark

arrestingscreen.
FailuretofollowallSafetyRulesandPrecau-

tionscanresultinseriousinjury.Ifsituations
occurwhicharenotcoveredinthismanual,
usecareandgoodjudgement.Ifyouneed
assistance,contactyourauthorizedservice

dealerorcall1-800-554-6723.
STANDARDS:ThissawislistedbyUnder-

writer'sLaboratedes,]nc.,inaccordancewith:

ANSI B175.1-2000 American National
Standards for Gasoline-Powered Chain

Saws - Safety Requirements
CSA Z62.1-1995 Chain Saws - Occupa-

tional Health and Safety
CSA Z62.3-1996 Chain Saw Kickback Oc-

cupational Health and Safety

The chain is sharp and can cut you even when
it is not moving!

1. Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts
and the chain brake from the saw.

2. Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if
present).

Ch Nuts

Location of shipping spacer

J

j ChainBak

Bar Tool

3. An adjusting pin and screw is used to ad-

just the tension of the chain. It is very im-

portant when assembling the bar, that the
pin located on the adjusting screw aligns
into a hole in the bar. Turning the screw will
move the adjustment pin up and down the

screw. Locate this adjustment before you
begin mounting the bar onto the saw. See

illustration below.

Inside view of

hain Brake

Adjustment located on Chain Brake

4. Turn the adjusting screw by hand coun-
terclockwise until the adjusting pin just
touches the stop. This should allow the
pin to be near the correct position.

5. Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until
guide bar stops against clutch drum
sprocket.

6. Carefully remove the chain from the pack-
age. Hold chain with the drive links as

shown.

Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.

ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not
already attached)

_WARNING: If receivedassembled,

repeat all steps to ensure your saw isproperly
assembled and all fasteners are secure. Al-

ways wear gloves when handling the chain.

rof

DIIRECTION OF ROTATION

Cutters DepthGauge

DriveLinks

Place chain onto the sprocket

7. Place chain over and behind clutch, fitting
the drive links in the clutch drum sprocket.

8. Fit bottom of drive links between the
teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the

guide bar.

9. Fit chain drive links into bar groove.

10. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug

in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive
links are in the bar groove.

NOTE: CHAIN BRAKE MUST BE
DISENGAGED BEFORE INSTALLA*
TION ON THE SAW. TO DISENGAGE

CHAIN BRAKE, PULL THE FRONT
HAND GUARD BACK TOWARD THE

REAR OF THE CHAIN BRAKE AS
FARAS POSSIBLE (SEE ILLUSTRA*

TION).

DISENGAGED

Checking the tension:
Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust-

ment tool (bar tool) to move the chain around
the bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too
tight. Iftoo loose, the chain will sag below the

bar.

Chain Brake Nuts Tool (Bar Tool)

Adjusting the tension:

Chain tension is very important. Chain
stretches during use. This is especially true
during the first few times you use your saw.
Always check chain tension each time you
use and refuel your saw.

You can adjust the chain tension by loosen-
ing the chain brake nuts and turning the ad-

justing screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting up on

the bar.

• Ifchain istootight, turn adjusting screw 1/4
turn counterclockwise.

• If chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw

1/4 turn clockwise.

,_o_/Adjusting / /

Screw _ /

Front Hand Guard

ENGAGED

Chain Brake

11. Now, install chain brake making surethe
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower

hole in the guide bar. Remember this pin
moves the bar forward and backward as

the screw is turned.

12. Install chain brake nuts and finger tighten

only. Once the chain is tensioned, you
will need to tighten chain brake nuts.

CHAIN TENSION

(including units with chain already installed)
NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,

make sure the chain brake nuts are finger
tight only. Attempting to tension the chain
when the chain brake nuts are tight can
cause damage.

Chain Brake Nuts Guide Bar

Adjusting Screw - 1/4 Turn

• Lift up the tip of the bar and securely tight-
en the chain brake nuts with the bar tool.

• Recheck chain tension.

Chain Brake

A

_WARNING: If the saw is operated

with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.

KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
CHAIN SAW, Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of

the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Chain Front Hand Guard"*- Front Handle

Adjustment Tool

(Bar Tool) Starter Rope

Chain Muffler

Bar Oil Fill Cap Housing Fuel Mix Fill Cap

e iF_cS_ldle/_ /FaC_lic_ederCover !

Throttle Lock Chain
Lockout o Ad)ustmg _ =,=._of Travel

LT°%°kt°tlleu[ / _ Z_o . . D recton

Throttle Choke
Trigger Knob Chain Chain Nuts Sprocket

Brake Catcher Hole

Screw , I

ON/STOP
Switch

Primer

Bulb

ON/STOP SWITCH
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the

engine.

THROTTLE TRIGGER
The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine

speed.
THROTTLE LOCK-OUT

The THROTTLE LOCK-OUT must be
pressed before you can squeeze the throttle

tdgger. This feature prevents you from acci-
dentally squeezing the tdgger.

FAST IDLE LOCK
The FAST IDLE LOCK holds the throttle trigger

in the starting position. Activate the fast idle
lock by pressing the throttle Iockoot end
squeezing the throttle trigger. With the throttle
tdgger squeezed, press the fast idle lock. Re-
lease the throttle lockout and tdgger while hold-
ing the fast idle lock button.
CHOKE KNOB

The CHOKE KNOB activates the choke to
provide additional fuel to the engine during cold

starting.

PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the oar-

buretor to provide quicker starting.
CHAIN BRAKE

The CHAIN BRAKE is a device designed to
stop the chain if kickback occurs. The chain
brake activates automatically in the event of

kickback. The chain brake activates manually
if the front hand guard is pushed forward. The

chain brake is disengaged by pulling the front
hand guard back toward the front handle as far
as possible.

CHAIN TENSION
It is normal for a new chain to stretch during first

15 minL_es of operation. YOU should check
your chain tension frequently. See CHAIN

TENSION under the ASSEMBLY section.

_WARNING: Muffler is very hot dur-

ing and after use. Do not touch the muffler or
allow combustible material such as dry
grass or fuel to do so.

A

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

when refueling.

FUELING ENGINE

This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline
must be mixed with a good quality synthetic
2-cycte air-cooled engine oil designed to be

mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater
brand synthetic oil is recommended. Mix

gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A40:1 ratio
is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) ofoil
with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline.

Included with this saw isa 3.2 ounce contain-
er of oil Pour the entire contents of this con-

tainer into 1gallon of gasoline to achieve the
proper fuel mixture.

DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. These
oils will cause engine damage. When mixing

fuel, follow instructions printed on container.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container
momentarily to assure that the fuel isthorough-
ly mixed. Always read and follow the safety
rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit.

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 ofoil 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 ® bar and chain oil is recom-

mended to protect your unit against exces-
sive wear from heat and friction. Poulan®

oil resists high temperature thinning. If Pou-
lan® bar aod chain oil is not available, usea

good grade SAE 30 oil.

• Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubd-
cation.

• Always stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.

IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol-blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To
avoid engine problems, 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.

_WARNING:

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. Ahot
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.

Use only 15"-18" of rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope

Starter rope handle

IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When pullin£_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.

NOTE: Do not attempt to cut material with
the fast idle lock button inthe locked position.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of

The chain must not

Left hand
on front

handle

rear handle

fuel)

ON/STOP SWITCH

(SIDE VIEW)

ON
STOP

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
tion.

2. Pull choke knob out to the full extent.

3. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.

4. Squeeze and hold throttle trigger. With
thumb press fast idle lock down; then re-
lease throttle trigger.

Fast idle lock button_

Throttle _
Iock-ou

Throttle ________ Choke knob

trigger

5. Sharply pull the starter rope handle 5
times with your right hand. Then, pro-
ceed to the next step.

NOTE:Iftheengine sounds as if it is try-

ing to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling
and immediately proceed to the next step.

6. Push the choke knob in completely (to
the OFF position); pull the starter rope

until the engine starts.

CHOKE

IEW)

back toward the front handle as far as
possible.

• When cutting with the saw, the chain brake
must be disengaged.

Disengaged '_

__ ;Engaged

Choke knob OFF FULL

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7. Allow the engine to run for approximately
5 seconds. Then, squeeze and release

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. Push the choke knob in completely (to

the OFF position).

3. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.

4. Squeeze and hold throttle trigger. With

thumb press fast idle lock down; then re-

lease throttle trigger.

5. Sharply pull the starter rope with your
right hand until the engine starts.

6. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to
allow engine to return to idle speed.

DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a
flooded engine):

The engine may be flooded with too much
fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls.

Flooded engines can be cleared of excess
fuel by following the warm engine starting
procedure listed above. Insure the ON/
STOP switch is in the ON position.

Starting could require pulling the starter rope
handle many times depending on how badly
the unit isflooded. If engine fails to start, refer

to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.

CHAIN BRAKE

_WARNING: ff the brake band is

worn too thin it may break when the chain
brake istriggered. With a broken brake band,
the chain brake will not stop the chain. The
chain brake should be replaced by an autho-
rized service dealer if any part is worn to less
than 0.020" (0.5 mm) thick. Repairs on a
chain brake should be made by an autho-
rized service dealer. Take your unit to the
place of purchase if purchased from a ser-
vicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized

master service dealer.

• This saw is equipped with a chain brake.

The brake is designed to stop the chain if
kickback occurs.

• The inertia-activated chain brake is

activated if the front hand guard is pushed
forward, either manually (by hand) or
automatically (by sudden movement).

• If the brake is already activated, it is

disengaged by pulling the front hand guard

Braking function control

CAUTION: The chain brake must be
checked several times daily. The engine

must be running when performing this proce-
dure. This isthe only instance when the saw
should be placed on the ground with the en-
gine running.

Place the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear
handle with your right hand and the front han-
dle with your left hand. Apply full throttle by
fully depressing the throttle trigger. Activate
the chain brake by turning your left wrist
against the hand guard without releasing
your grip around the front handle. The chain
should stop immediately.

Inertia activating function control

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_WARNING: Whenperformingthe

following procedure, the engine must be
turned off.

Grip the rear handle with your right hand and
the front handle with your left hand. Hold the
chain saw approximately 14" (35 cm) above
a stump or other wooden surface. Release
your grip on the front handle and use the
weight of the saw to let the top of the guide
bar fall forward and contact the stump.
When the tip of the bar hits the stump, the

brake should activate.

IMPORTANT POINTS

• Check chain tension before first use and
after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN

TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section.

• Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,
masonry, non-wood building materials, etc.

• Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign
object. Inspect the saw and repair or re-
place parts as necessary.

• Keep the chain OL_of dirt and sand. Even a
small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain
and thus increase the possibility of kickback.

• Practice cutting a few small logs using the
following techniques to get the "feel" of us-
ing your saw before you begin a major
sawing operation.

Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow
the engine to reach full speed before
cutting.

Begin cutting with the saw frame

against the log.

Keep the engine at full speed the en-

tire time you are cutting.

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Allowthechaintocutforyou.Exert
onlylightdownwardpressure.Ifyou
forcethecut,damagetothebar,
chain,orenginecanresult.
Releasethethrottletriggerassoonas
thecutiscompleted,allowingtheen-
ginetoidle.Ifyourunthesawatfull
throttlewithoutacuttingload,unnec-
essarywearcanoccurtothechain,
bar,andengine.
Toavoidlosingcontrolwhencutis
complete,donotputpressureonsaw

atendofcut.

• Stoptheenginebeforesettingthesaw
downaftercutting.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

_WARNING: Check for broken or

dead branches which can fall while cutting

causing serious injury. Do not cut near build-
ings or electrical wires if you do not know the
direction of tree fall, nor cut at night since you
will not be ale to see well, nor during bed
weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds,
etc. If the tree makes contact with any utility
line, the utility company should be notified
immediately.

• Carefully planyoursawingoperetion inad-
vance.

• Clear the work area. You need aclear area
all around the tree so you can have secure

footing.

• The chain saw operator should keep on
the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is
likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled.

• Study the natural conditions that can cause
the tree to fall in a particular direction.

Natural conditions that can cause e tree to
fall in a particular direction include:

• The wind direction and speed.

• The lean of the tree. The lean of a tree
might not be apparent due to uneven or

sloping terrain. Use a plumb or level to de-
termine the direction of tree lean.

• Weight and branches on one side.

• Surrounding trees and obstacles.

Look for decay and rot Ifthetrunk is rotted,
it can snap and fall toward the operator.

Check for broken or dead branches which
can fall on you while cutting.
Make sure there is enough room for the tree to

fall. Maintain a distance of 2-1J2tree lengths
from the nearest person or other objects. En-
gine noise can drown OL_a warning call.
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, sta-
ples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to

be made.
Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diag-

onal to the line of fall.

_ Plan a clear retreat path

_'.... O """_ - Direction of Fall

FELLING LARGE TREES

(6 inches in diameter or larger)
The notch method is used to fell large trees.

A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the de-
sired direction of fall. After a felling cut is

made on the opposite side of tree, the tree
will tend to fall into the notch.

NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,
remove them before making the notch. If us-

ing saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw
chain from contacting ground to prevent dull-
ing of the chain.

NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE
TREE

• Make notch cut by cutting the top of the
notch first. Cut through 1/3of the diameter
of the tree. Next complete the notch by cut-
ting the bottom of the notch. See illustra-

tion. Once the notch is cut remove the
notch of wood from the tree.

Final (felling) cut here. 2 in-
ches above center of notch.

First cut 2"

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Notch _ '_ ._..

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• After removing the wood from the notch,
make the felling cut on the opposite side of
the notch. This is done by making e cut
about two inches higher than the center of
the notch. This will leave enough uncut
wood between the felling cut and the notch
to form e hinge. This hinge will help pre-
vent the tree from falling in the wrong direc-

tion.

Hinge holds tree on stump and helps

control fall

Closing of
notch

NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use
wedges to open the cut if necessary to

control the direction of fall. To avoid kickback
end chain damage, use wood or plastic

wedges, but never steel or iron wedges.

• Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to
fall: cracking sounds, widening of the fell-
ing cut, or movement in the upper

branches.

Opening
of felling

cut

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2,>

• As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down,
and get away quickly on your planned re-
treat path.

• DO 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, set the saw aside and pull down the
tree with a cable winch, block and tackle,

or tractor.

CUTTING A FALLEN TREE

(BUCKING)

Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen
tree to the desired log size.

_ WARNING: Do not staod on the log

being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss
of footing and control. Do not stand downhill

of the log being cut.
IMPORTANT POINTS

• Cut only one log at a time.

• Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp
pieces of wood could be flung toward oper-

ator.

• Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never
allow another person to hold the log while
cutting and never hold the log with your leg

or foot.

• Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs,
and roots are tangled such as in a blown
down area. Drag the logs into a clear area
before cutting by pulling out exposed and
cleared logs first.

TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR
BUCKING

_WARNING: If saw becomes

pinched or hung in a log, don't try to force it
out. You can lose control of the saw resulfing

in injury nod/or damage tothe saw. Stop the
saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the

cut until the saw can be removed easily. Re-
start the saw and carefully reenter the cut. To

avoid kickback and chain damage, do not
use a metal wedge. Do not attempt to restart
your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log.

Undercutting involves cutting on the under-
side of the log with top of saw against the log.
When undercutting use light upward pres-
sure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control.
The saw will tend to push back toward you.

_WARNING: Neverturn saw upside

down to undercut. The saw cannot be con-
trolled in this position.

Always make your first cut on the compres-
sion side of the log. The compression side of
the log is where the pressure of the log's
weight is concentrated.

First cut on compression side of log_

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Second cut

Second cut

First cut on compression side of log

BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT

• Overcut through 1/3of the diameter of the
log.

• Roll the log over and finish with a second
overcut.

• Watch for logs with a compression side to
prevent the saw from pinching. See il-
lustrations for cutting logs with a compres-

sion side.

BUCKING USING A LOG OR
SUPPORT STAND

• Remember your first cut is always on the
compression side of the log.
_Refer to the illustrations below for your

rst and second cut)

• Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the
diameter of the log.

• Finish with your second cut.

Use a wedge to remove pinched saw

Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open.

Overcutting begins on the top side of the log
with the bottom of the saw against the log.
When overcutting use light downward pres-

sure.

vo,eutt,°gLJi:i

Undercutting "<:.b

Using a log for support

2nd Cut,

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2nd Cut =_'_

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Using a support stand

2ndCut

/

1st Cut

Ist Cut

PRUNING

_tWARNING: Limit pruning to limbs

shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
branches are higher than your shoulder. Get
a professional to do the job.

Make your first cut 1/3 of the way

through the bottom of the limb.

Next make a 2nd cut all the way
through the limb. Then cut a third
overeut leaving a 1 to 2 inch collar

from the truck of the tree.

_Th_Jdic Second cut'i_°!i

LIMBING AND PRUNING

_WARNING: Be alert for and guard

against kickback. Do not allow the moving

chain to contact any other branches or ob-

jects at the nose of the guide bar when limb-

ing or pruning. Allowing such contact can re-
suit in serious injury.

ItiWARNING: Never climb into a tree

to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders,
platforms, a log, or in any position which can

cause you to lose your balance or control of
the saw.

IMPORTANT POINTS

• Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot-
ing and balance.

• Watch OL_for springpoles. Springpoles are
small size limbs which can catch the saw

chain and whip toward you or pull you off bal-
ance. Use extreme caution when cutting

small size limbs or slender material

• Be alert for springback. Watch out for
branches that are bent or under pressure.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the

saw when the tension in the wood fibers is
released.

• Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping

over them.

LIMBING

• Always limb atree after itiscut down. Only
then can limbing be done safely and prop-

erly.

• Leave the larger limbs underneath the
felled tree to support the tree as you work.

• Start at the base of the felled tree and work
toward the top, cutting branches and

limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut.

• Keep the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.

• Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-

ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.

• Always use an overcut to cut small and
freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could
cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.

Collar tit_/

_ljl_l ..I,..... First cut

Pruning technique

At

telWARNING: Disconnect the spark

plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.

We recommend aU service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an

authorized or Master Service Dealer.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Check:

Fuel mixture level ....

Bar lubrication .....

Chain tension .....

Chain sharpness ,.
For damaged parts

For loose caps ....

For loose fasteners.

For loose parts ....

Inspect and Clean:

Bar ................

Complete saw .....

Air filter .............

Chain brake ........ Every 5 hours*

Spark arresting screen

and muffler ......... Every 25 hours*

Replace spark plug , Yearly
Replace fuel filter.., Yearly

* Hours of Operation

AIR FILTER

CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable solvent to avoid creating

a fire hazard or producing harmful evapora-
tive emissions.

Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-

ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after 15
tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation, which-
ever comes first. Clean more frequently in

Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use

Before each use

After each use

Every 5 hours*

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dusty conditions. A used aire filter can never
be completely cleaned. It is advisable to re-
place your air filter with a new one after every
50 hours of operation, or annually, whichever

comes first.

1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.

2. Remove cylinder cover.

3. Remove air filter.

4. Cleantheairfilterusinghotsoapywater.

Rinse with clean cool water. Air dry com-
pletely before reinstalling.

5. Lightly oil air filter before installing to im-

prove the efficiency of air filter. Use
2-cycle engine oil or motor oil (SAE 30).
Squeeze excess oil from filter.

6. Reinstall air filter.

7. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws.

Tighten securely.

Air Filter Screws

INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK

ARRESTING SCREEN

As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,
and must be removed to avoid creating a fire

hazard or affecting engine performance,
Replace the spark arresting screen ifbreaks
occur.

Muff
Bod_

CLEANING THE SPARK ARREST-
ING SCREEN
Cleaning is required every 25 hours of op-

eration or annually, whichever comes first.

1. Loosen and remove the 2 muffler cover

screws,

2. Remove the muffler cover (cover snaps

off muffler body).

3. Remove muffler diffuser and spark ar-

resting screen assembly. Notice the

orientation of these parts for reassem-

bling.

4. Clean the spark arresting screen with a

wire brush, Replace screen if breaks are
found.

5. Replace any broken or cracked muffler

parts.

Cover

lieder Cover

Cylinder
Cover

Muffler Diffuser

Spark

Arresting

/ Screen

Muffler
Cover
Screws

6. Reinstall diffuser and spark arresting
screen assembly with round holes facing
up.

7. Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws.
Tighten securely.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

_WARNING: The chain will be mov-

ing during most of this procedure. Wear your
protective equipment and observe all safety
precautions. The chain must not move at idle
speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if
you notice any of the following conditions:

• Chain moves at idle. See IDLE SPEED-T

adjusting procedure.

• Saw will not idle. See IDLE SPEED-T ad-

justing procedure.

Idle Speed-T
Allow engine to idle. If the chain moves, idle
is too fast. If the engine stalls, idle is too slow.
Adjust speed until engine runs without 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.

• Turn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to in-

crease engine speed.

• Turn idle speed screw (T) counterclock-

wise to decrease engine speed.
If you require further assistance or are unsure
aboL_ performing this procedure, contact your

aL_horized service dealer or call
1-800-554-6723.

BAR MAINTENANCE
If your saw cuts to one side, has to be forced

through the cut, or been run with an improper
amount of bar lubrication it may be neces-
sary to service you r bar. A worn bar will dam-
age your chain and make cutting difficult.

After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is
in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust

from the guide bar and sprocket hole.
To maintain guide bar:

• Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-

tion.

• Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and

chain brake. Remove bar and chain from

saw.

• Clean the oil holes and bar groove after

each 5 hours of operation.

Remove Sawdust From _

Guide Bar _oo_

_'_=_ Oil Holes . o"

• Burring of guide bar rails is a normal

process of rail wear. Remove these burrs

with a flat file.

• When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to re-

store square edges and sides.

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-f_'--File Rail Edge_ H N
and Sides I U

Square J I

Worn Groove Correct Groove

Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when
excess heating or burring of the rails occurs.
If replacement is necessary, use only the
guide bar specified for your saw in the repair
parts list or on the decal located on the chain

saw,

CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain sharpening is a complicated task that

requires special tools. We recommended
you refer chain sharpening to a professional
chain sharpener.

IGNITION TIMING
Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
SPARK PLUG
The spark plug should be replaced each

year to ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better.

1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.

2. Remove the cylinder cover.

3. Pull off the spark plug boot.

4. Remove spark plug from cylinder and
discard.

5. Replace with Champion RCJ-7Y spark

plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench. Spark plug gap should

be 0.025 inches.

6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3

screws. Tighten securely.

STORAGE

_WARNING: Stopengine and allow

to cool, and secure the unit before storing or
transporting 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 cannot accidentally
cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out

of reach of children.

• Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.

• Clean the unit before storing. Pay particu-
lar attention to the air intake area, keeping

it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and
sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.

• Do not store the unit or fuel in aclosed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an

open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

• Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-
dren.

CAUTION: It is important to prevent gum
deposits from forming in essential fuel system

parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel
hose, or fuel tank dudng storage. Alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to fuel mixture separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage
the engine.

Screw j._ _ _/_ndrer

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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of

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

TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Engine will not 1. Ignition switch off. 1. Move ignition switch to ON.
start or will run 2. Engine flooded. 2. See "Difficult Starting" in
only a few Operation Section.

seconds after 3. Fuel tank empty. 3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
starting. 4. Spark plug not firing. 4. InstaU new spark plug.

Engine will 1. Idle speed requires 1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
not idle adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.

properly. 2. Carburetor requires 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine will not 1. Air filter dirty. 1. Clean or replace air filter.
accelerate, 2. Spark plug fouled. 2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
lacks power, 3. Chain brake engaged. 3. Disengage chain brake.

or dies under 4. Carburetor requires 4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

a load. adjustment.
Engine 1. Too much oil mixed with 1. Empty fuel tank and refill with

smokes gasoline, correct fuel mixture.

excessively.

Chain moves 1. Idle speed requires 1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
at idle speed, adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.

5. Fuel not reaching 5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
carburetor. Check for kinked or spilt fuel line;

repair or replace.

adjustment.

2. Clutch requires repair. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

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NEED ASSISTANCE?

Call 1-800-554-6723,
NEED SERVICE PART?

Contact your dealer or placeof purchase,

ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC,

warrants to the original purchaser that each
new Poulan® brand gasoline chain saw is

free from defects in material and workman-
ship and agrees to repair or replace under

this warranty any defective gasoline chain
saw as follows from the original date of pur-

chase.
1 YEAR - Parts and Labor, when used for

Household purposes.
60 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for
Commercial, Professional, or Income Pro-
ducing purposes.
30 DAYS - Parts and Labor, ifused for rental

purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does

not cover damage or liability caused by im-
proper handling, improper maintenance, or

the use of accessories ned/or attachments
not specifically recommended by ELEC-

TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this
chain saw. Additionally, this warranty does
not cover damage caused by improper han-
dling, improper maintenance, or if the saw is
altered in any way which in our jedgement af-

fects its coedifion or operation. This warranty
does not cover toee-up, spark plugs, filters,
starter ropes, starter springs, chain sharpen-
ing, bars, chains, and other parts which wear
and require replacement with reasonable
use during the warranty period. This warran-
ty does not cover predelivery set-up, instal-
lation of guide bar and chain, and normal ad-

justments explained in the instruction

manual such as carburetor adjustments and
chain tension adjustments. This warranty
does not cover transportation costs.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC

LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM

STATE TO STATE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PRO-
DUCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its

products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
signs, specifications, and accessories of all
products at any time without notice or obliga-
fion to any purchaser.

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-
TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection

Agency, Environment Canada and POU-
LAN/VVEED EATER, DIVISION OF WCI

OUTDOOR PRODUCTS, INC., are pleased
to explain the emissions control system war-
ranty on your year 2001-2004 small off-roed

engine. POULAN/WEED EATER must war-
rant the emission control system on your small

off-roed engine for the periods of time listed be-
low provided there has been no abuse, ne-
glect, or improper maintenance of your small

off-reed engine. Your emission control system
includes parts such as the carburetor and the

ignitionsystem. Where a warrantable condition
exists, POULAN/WEED EATER will repair
your small off-roed engine at no cost to you.
Expenses covered under warranty include

diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFACTUR-
ER SWARRANTY COVERAGE: Ifany emis-

sions related part on your engine (as listed un-
der Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is

defective or a defect in the materials or work-
manship of the engine causes the failure of

such an emission related part, the part will be
repaired or replaced by POULAN/VVEED EAT-

ER. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSI-
BILITIES: AS the small off-reed engine owner,

you are responsible for the performance of the
required maintenance listed in your instruction

manual. POULAN/WEED EATER recom-
mends that you retain all receipts covering

maintenance on your small off-reed engine,
bL_ POULANANEED EATER cannot deny

warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for
your failure to ensure the performance of all

scheduled maintenance. As the small off-
read engine owner, you should be aware that

POULAN/VVEED EATER may deny you war-
ranty coverage if your small off-road engine or
a part of ithas failed due to abuse, neglect, im-
proper maintenance, unapproved modifica-

tions, or the use of parts not made or approved
by the odginal equipment manufacturer. You

are responsible for presenting your small off-
read engine to a POULANNVEED EATER au-
thedzed repair canter as soon asa problem ex-
ists. Warranty repairs should be completed in a
reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30
days. If you have any questions regarding your
warranty rights and responsibilities, you should
contact your nearest authorized service center

or call POULAN/VVEED EATER at
1-800-554-6723. WARRANTY COM-

MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period
begins on the date the small off-road engine is
purchased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This
warranty shall be for a period of two years from
the initial date of purchase. WHAT IS COV-

ERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF

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PARTS.Repairor replacement of any war-

ranted part will be performed at no charge to
the owner at an approved POULANANEED
EATER servicing canter. If you have any ques-
tions regarding your warranty dghts and re-
sponsibilities, you should contact your nearest

authedzed service canter or call POULAN/
WEED EATER at 1-800-554-6723. WAR.

RANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part which is
not scheduled for replacement as required
maintenance, or which is scheduled only for
regular inspection to the effect of"repair or re-
place as necessary" shall be warranted for 2
years. Any warranted part which is scheduled
for replacament as required maintenance shall
be warranted for the period of time up to the first
scheduled replacament point for that part.
DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be charged

for diagnostic labor which leads to the deter-
mination that awarranted part is defective ifthe
diagnostic work is performed at an approved

POULANNVEED EATER servicing center.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: POULAN/

WEED EATER may be liable for damages to
other engine components caused by the failure
of a warranted part still under warranty. WHAT

IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused by
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are
not covered. ADD-ON OR MODIFIED

The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.

Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.

PARTS: The use of add-on or modified parts
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty

claim. POULANANEED EATER isnot liable to
cover failures of warranted parts caused by the

use of edd-on or modified parts. HOW TO
FILE A CLAIM: If you have any questions re-
garding your warranty rights and responsibili-
ties, you should contact your nearest autho-

rized service canter or call POULANANEED
EATER at 1-800-554-6723. WHERE TO

GET WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty ser-
vices or repairs shall be provided at all POU-

LAN/WEED EATER service canters. Call
1-800-554-6723. MAINTENANCE, RE.

PLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION
RELATED PARTS: Any POULANNVEED

EATER approved replacement part used in the
performance of any warranty maintenance or

repair on emission related parts will be pro-
vided without charge to the owner if the part is
under warranty. EMISSION CONTROL

WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Igni-
tion System: Spark Plug (covered up to main-

tenance schedule), Ignition Module. MAINTE-
NANCE STATEMENT: The owner is

responsible for the performance of all required
maintenance as defined in the instruction

manual.

This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:

[] Moderate (50 hours)

[] Intermediate (125 hours)
[] Extended (300 hours)

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