Poulan 2300 AV User Manual

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PORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

POULAN/WEED EATER

DIVISION WHITE CONSOLIDATED INDUSTRIES, INC. Shreveport, Louisiana 71139-9329

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Specificatipns.............................................................. 2

SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION........................................ 3

Know Your Chain Saw.................................................6

Preparing Your Saw For Use........................................7

A. Getting Ready

B. Attaching The Handguard...................................................7

C. Attaching the Bar and Chain

D. Chain Tension......................................................................8

E. Fueling Your Engine F. Bar and Chain Lubricant

Using Your Saw

A. Pre-Operation Checks......................................................11

B. Starting instructions.........................................................11

Types of Cutting

A. Sasic Cutting Technique

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Read

SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION

FREQUENTLY

REDUCED-KICKBACK GUIDE BAR

B. Tree Felling Techniques.................................................. 1Г

C. Bucking.............................................................................1

D. Debranching and Pruning................................................li>

A. Guide Bar and Chain .......................................................16

B. Spark Arrestor

C. Starter Rope

Maintenance

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D. Carburetor Adjustments..................................................19

E. Air Filter.............................................................................20

F Storage.................................................................................20

G. Trouble Shooting Chart

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H. Maintenance Chart...........................................................22

Accessories .............................................................................23

Parts and Service

HANDGUARD

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CHOKE KNOB

START/STOP SWITCH

CONTROL HANDLE

Back Cover

THROTTLE

TRIGGER

FUEL

START/STOP SWITCH

CONTROL HANDLE

THROTTLETRIGGER

FUEL CAP

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VIBRATION MOUNTS

{ Model 2300 CVA shown )

MODEL

ENGINE tUSPLACEMENT i.B Cu In.

GUIDE BAB-Control Tip*

CHAIM.GUARD LINK

SPABKPLUG

SPARK plug GAP

IGNITION

MODULE AiR GAP

FUEL MIX

OILER

muffler

Pan No. 9Sa^)*A371

Part No. 9524)51207

1800/10'

Hard Tipped

Ш Pilch

40 Drive Links.

CHOKE KNOB

1800 Super/12"

1800/12"

1.6 Cu. In. 16 Cu.m.

Sprocket Nose ■

Part No. 9S24M436S

3/8 Pitch

Chrome Cuttara

45 Drive Linka

Part No. 9524)51206

HANDLEBAR

HANDGUARD

VIBRATION MOUNT

LOWXICKBACK CHAIN

BAR CLAMP

1800 Super/14'

Sprocket Noae*

Pari No. 9524)44368

3«P«ch Chrome Cunen 52 Drive Linka

Pari Nol 9524)51209

REDUCED-KICKBACK GUIDE BAR

18 Super/16'

16 Cu. In.

SprockatNosa.

Part Na 9524)44370

3/8 Pitch

Chrome Cuttara

56 Drive Linka

Part No. 9524)51211

Part No. 9524)44366

Part No. 9524)61206

Gaadine Oil Mixture (see "Fueling Your Engine")

Spark Arresting/Tempersiura Limiting

2000/12'

глси. In.

sprocket Nom-

3/8 Pitch

Chrome Cuttara

45 Driva Linka

Champion cue

.025'

Solid State

008 to 014

Automatic only

OIL CAP

2000/14'

200№УП4'

2.0 Cu.m. 20Cu.ln.

sprocket Noae.

Part No. 9524)44366

ЗЯРгвЛ

Chroma Cuttara

52 Orive Unka

Pari No. 9524)51209

HANDLEBAR

( Model 1800 shown )

2000/16'

2300/16"AV

2300rt6'CVA

SprockatNoae

Pari No. 9524)44370

3/8 Pitch

Chrome Cutiera

56 Drive Unka

Part Nrx9624)51211

23 Cu.m

STARTER HANDLE

2300/18' CVA

23Cu.ln.

Sprocket Nose

Part No. 9524)4441 a

MPitcr

Chtome Cutters

82 Drive Li-

PartHo9S2.

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SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK

Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious

injury. Do not rely only on the safety devices provided

with your saw. Asa chain saw user, you must take

special safety precautions to help keep your cutting jobs

free from accident or injury.

A KICKBACK WARNING

Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an

object at the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar or when the Wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Contact at the upper portion of the tip of the

guide bar can cause the chain to dig into the object and stop the chain for an instant. The result is a lightning

fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and

back toward the operator. If the saw chain is pinched along the top of the guide bar, the guide bar can be driven rapidly back toward the operator. Either of these

reactions can cause loss of saw control which can result in serious injury.

REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK

1. Recognize that kickback can happen. With a

basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents.

2. Never let the moving chain contact any object at the

tip of the guide bar. Figure 1.

3. Keep the working area free from obstructions such as other trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Figure 2. Eliminate or avoid any

obstruction that your saw chain could hit while you are cutting through a particular log or branch.

4. Keepyour saw chain sharp and properly tensioned.

Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening and main

tenance instructions. Check tension at regular intervals with the engine stopped, never with the engine running. Makesure the bar clamp nut is securely tightened after tensioning the chain. A loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback.

5. Begin and continue cutting at full throttle. If the

chain is moving at a slower speed, there is greater chance for kickback to occur,

6. Cut only one log at a time.

7. Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous

cut.

8. Do not attempt plunge cuts.

9. Watch for shifting logs or other forces that could

close a cut and pinch or fall into the chain.

10. Use the Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar and Low-

Kickback Chain specified for your saw.

NEVER REVERSE HAND

POSITIONS

mHAND

RIGHT

HAND

Figure 3

* ^ LEFT OF

ELBOW LOCKED

It THUMB ON

11 UNDER SIDE

[\ OF HANDLEBAR

STAND

TO THE

THE SAW

MAINTAIN CONTROL

Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands

when the engine is running and don’t let go.

Figure 3. A firm grip can neutralize kickback and help you maintain control of the saw. Keep the fingers of your left hand encircling and your left thumb under the front handlebar. Keep your right hand completely around the rear handle whether

you are right handed or left handed. Keep your left

arm straight with the elbow locked.

Position your ieft hand on the front handlebar so it is in a straight tine with your right hand on the rear handle when making bucking cuts. Figures. Never

reverse right and left hand positions for any type of cutting.

Stand with your 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. Figure 3. Do not overreach. You could be drawn or thrown

off balance and lose control of the saw.

Do not cut above shoulder height. It is difficult to

maintain control of the saw above shoulder height.

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SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION (continued)

A WARNING

Because a chain saw is a high>speed wood-cutting tool, special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or improper use can cause serious

injury.

SAFETY HAT

SNUG

RTTING I

CLOTHING

SAFETY SHOES

Figure 4

HEARING PROTECTION EYE PROTECTION

HEAVY DUTY GLOVES

SAFETY CHAPS

KNOW YOUR SAW

1. Read your Operator’s Manual carefully until you com

pletely understand and follow ail safety rules and operating instructions before attempting to of)erate the unit.

2. Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who under

stand and follow the safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions in this manual.

PLAN AHEAD

1. Wear protective gear. Figure 4. Always use steel-toed,

safety footwear with non-slip soles: snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves: eye protection such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barriers — ear plugs or mufflers to protect your hearing. Regular users

should have hearing checked regularly as engine noise can damage hearing.

2. Keep children, bystanders, and animats out of the

work area — a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters). Do not

allow other people or animals to be near the chain saw when starting or operating the chain saw.

3. Oo not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, or upset; or if you have taken alcohol, drugs or medication. You must be in good physical

condition and mentally alert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with your doctor before operating a chain saw.

4. Do not attempt to use your chain saw during bad

weather conditions such as strong wind, rain, snow,

etc., or at night.

5. Plan your sawing operation carefully in advance. Do

not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and if you are felling trees, a planned retreat path.

AVOID REACTIVE FORCES

Pinch-Kickback and Pull-in occur when the chain is suddenly stopped by being pinched, caught, or by con tacting a foreign object in the wood. This 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. Pinch-Kickback

drives the saw straight back toward the operator. Pull-in pulls the saw away from the operator. Either reaction can result in

loss of control and possibly serious injury.

To avoid Pinch-Kickback;

1. Be extremely aware of situations or obstruction?

that can cause material to pinch the top of or other wise stop the chain.

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

3. Do not twist the saw as the bar is withdrawn from an

under-cut when bucking.

To avoid Pull-in;

1. Always begin cutting with the engine at full throttle

and the saw housing against the wood.

2. Use wedges made of plastic or wood, (never of metal)

to hold the cut open.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

1. Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in the areas

where fuel is mixed, pour^, or stored. There should

be no smoking, open flames, or work that could cause

sparks.

Mix and pourfuel in an outdoor area, on bare ground; store fuel in an a cool, dry« well-ventilated place and use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.

Wipe up all spilled fuel before starting your saw.

Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fuel and

fueling site before starting the engine. Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating

the saw.

Turn the engine off and let your saw cool in a noi combustible area, not on dry leaves, straw, paper, etc.

Stop engine before removing fuel cap. Allow the engine

to cool before refueling. f Store toot and fuel in an area where fuel vapors canv

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

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OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

1. Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, im

properly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled.

2. Operate the chain saw only in outdoor areas. 3 Do not operate the saw from a ladder or in a tree.

4 Position all parts of your body to the left of cut and

away from the saw chain when the engine is running,

5 Cut wood only. Do r>ot cut metal, plastics, masonry, non-

vwod building materials, etc. Do not use your saw to pry or shove away limbs, roots or other objects.

6. Make sure the chain wilt not make contact with any ob ject while starting the engine. Never try to start the saw

when the guide bar is in a cut or kerf.

7. Use extreme caution when cutting smail size brush

and saplings. Slender materia) can catch the saw

chain and be whipped toward you or puil you off balance.

8. Be alert for springback when cutting a limb that is

under tension so you will not be struck by the limb or

saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released.

9. Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of a cut.

This can cause you to lose control when the cut is

( completed.

10. Stop the engine before setting the saw down.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD

WORKING ORDER

1 Have all chain saw service performed by a qualified

service dealer with the exception of the items listed

in the maintenance section of this manual. For

example, if improper tools are used to remove or hold the flywheel when servicing the clutch, structural damage to the flywheel can occur and cause the

flywheel to burst.

2 Keep fuel and oil caps, screws and fasteners

securely tightened.

3 Keep the handies dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel

mixture.

4. Make certain the saw chain stops moving when the

throttle trigger is released. For correction, refer to

page 19 for carburetor idle adjustment instructions.

5. Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object, in

spect the unit and repair or replace parts as necessary.

6. Disconnect the spark plug before performing any

maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.

7. Never modify your saw in any way. Use only attach

ments supplied or specifically recommended by the manufacturer.

y—. 8. Always replace the handguard immediately if it

becomes damaged, or broken or is otherwise removed.

9. For Models with anti-vibration systems, keep the

vibration isolators in good condition. Periodically

inspect isolators for tears, rips, or separation of the rubber portion from the metal mountings. Have a

qualified service dealer replace the isolators if worn or damaged, if vibration increases, or if mounts develop an out of round or swollen shape from exposure to gasoline and/or oil. !t is recommended that all isolators be replaced when a failure to one occurs.

CARRY AND STORE YOUR SAW SAFELY

1. Hand carry the unit with the engine stopped, the

muffler away from your body, and the guide bar and

chain to the rear covered preferably with a scabbard.

2 Before transporting in any vehicle or storing in any

enclosure, allow your saw to cool completely, cover

the bar and chain and properly secure to avoid turnover, fuel spillage or damage.

3 Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. Use

up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the eng ine and letting the engine run until it stops.

4. Store in a dry area out of the reach of children and away from where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters, electric motors or

switches, furnaces, etc.

THIS CHAIN SAW IS FOR OCCASIONAL USE ONLY.

NOTE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of

gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and

wrists of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength,

change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or wrists, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An anti-vibration system designed to reduce engine

vibration is recommended for those using gasoline powered hand tools on a regular basis and is provided on Models 2000 AV, 2300 AV, and 2300 CVA, An anti vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

Notice: Refer to the Code of Federal Regulations, Section

1910.266(5): 2.5.1 of American National Standard

Safety Requirements for Puipwood Logging, ANSI

03.1-1978; and relevant state safety codes when

using a chain saw for logging purposes.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW

A, INTRODUCTION

• Your saw has been designed with safety in mind and

includes the foitowing features as standard equipment;

— Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar (Control Tip®) — Low-Kickback Chain (Guard Link) — Spark Arrestor — Muffler Shield — Handguard — Anti-Vibration System (Model 2000AV, 2300AV,

& 2300 CVA only)

A WARNING

The following features are included on your saw to help reduce the hazard of kickback, however, such features will not totally eliminate this dangerous reaction. As a

chain saw user, do not rely only on safety devices. You must follow all warnings and safety instructions and maintenance in this manual to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury.

B. KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

— Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar, designed with a smalt

radius tip which reduces the size of the kickback danger zone on the bar tip. Figure 5. A Reduced Kickback Guide Bar is one which has been demonstrated to significantly reduce the number and seriousness of

kickbacks when tested in accordance with the safety requirements for gasoline powered chain saws as set by the American National Standards Institute, Inc.,

Standard B175.1 -1985.

-Low-Kickback Chain, designed with a contoured

depth gauge and guard link which deflect the kickback force and allow wood to gradually ride into the cutter.

Figure 5. Low Kickback Saw Chain is chain which has met the kickback performance requirements of ANSI B175.1 (Safety Requirements for Gasoline-Powered

Chain Saws) when tested on a representative sample of

chain saws below 3.8cubic inch displacement speci fied in ANSI В 175.1, (American National Standards

Institute, Inc., Standard B175.1 -1985).

— Handguard, 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, designed

with distance between handles and “in line" with each other. The spread and “in tine” 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 kickback occurs.

A WARNING

Do not operate the chain saw unless the safety devices or their specified replacements are properly installed and maintained according to the instructions in this manual. Do not use any other guide bar and chain com

bination that is not equivalent to the original equipment or not certified to comply with ANSI B175.1. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury.

Figures

C. STATE AND LOCAL REQUIREMENTS.

Your saw is equipped with a temperature limiting muf fler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. Alt

U.S. forest land and the states of California, Maine,

Washington and Oregon require many internal combus tion engines to be equipped with a spark arrestor screen by law. Other states are enacting similar laws.

If you operate a chain saw in a state or locate where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Fàilure to do so is a violation of a law. Spark arrestor

maintenance is on page 17.

D. CARTON CONTENTS

After you unpack the carton:

1. Check the contents against the list below.

2. Examine the items for damage. Do not use damaged

parts.

3. Notify your Pouian® dealer immediately if a part is

missing or damaged.

NOTE: The filter moving against the wall of the empty

tank can cause a rattle-like noise in a powerhead.

KEY

NO. CARTON CONTENTS: QTY

1 Power Head 1

2 Guide Bar 1 — Oil 1 — Loose Parts Bag 1

LOOSE PARTS BAG CONTENTS:

3 Handguard (Models 1800,1800 Super, 2000, 1

2000 AV, 2300 AV)

4 Cap-Handguard (Models 1800,1800 Super, 2000, 1

2000 AV. 2300 AV)

5 Screw-Handguard (Models 1800,1800 Super, 3

2000,2000 AV, 2300 AV)

6 Chain 1

— Operator’s Manual (not shown) 1

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PREPARING YOUR SAW FOR USE

A. GETTING READY

1. READ YOUR OPERATOR'S MANUAL

CAREFULLY.

Your Operator's Manual has been developed to help you prepare your saw for use and to understand its safe operation. It is important that you read your manual completely to become familiar with the unit

before you begin assembly or attempt operation. Your

Poulan® Dealer is available to show you how to

operate your saw. Be sure to ask for his assistance.

ATTACHING THE HANDGUARD — MODELS 1800,1800 SUPER, 2000,2000 AV, 2300AV

(Model 2300 CVA is assembled with the Handguard on the saw).

The Handguard is a protective device designed to

reduce the chance of your left hand contacting the

chain if your hand slips off the front handlebar.

• Lift and carry the chain saw by the handlebar,

not by the handguard.

• Keep the handguard securely fastened at all

times. Check the handguard screws each time the

saw is used.

To install:

1. Align the Handguard and Handguard Cap around the

handlebar as shown in Figure 6.

2. Fit the mounting pin on the Handguard into the hole in

the handlebar. Figure 6, (inset).

3. Insert the 3 mounting screws into the 3 holes on the

Handguard Cap.

4. Turn each screw a little at a time clockwise, with a Phillips screwdriver until the Handguard Cap and Handguard meet and there is no gap between the two parts.

2. HAVE THE FOLLOWING AVAILABLE: a. Protective gloves.

b. Approved, marked fuel container. c. Regular, leaded or unleaded gasoline. d. 2-cycle engine oil (See page 9).

e. Bar and Chain Oil (See page 10). f. Standard screwdriver.

g. Phillips screwdriver.

h. 1/2 inch wrench.

^WARNING

Do not use the saw without the handguard in place. Always immediately replace the handguard if it becomes damaged, broten or is otherwise removed.

C. ATTACHING THE BAR AND CHAIN

A WARNING

Do not start engine without guide bar and chain completely assembled. Otherwise, the clutch can

come off and serious injury can result.

B Your saw is equipped with a Reduced-Kickback

Guide Bar and a Low-Kickback Chain.

B Use only the Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar and

Low-Kickback Chain specified for your chain saw model, when replacing these parts. See “Specifications.”

CAUTIOnTI Wear protective gloves when handling

or operating your saw. The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving!

\ 1. Remove the following parts as shown in Figure 7.

' Use a standard screwdriver and a 1/2 inch

Wrench.

a. ) Bar Clamp Nut. b. ) Rear Screw.

c. ) Bar Clamp.

Figure 8

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2. Turn the Adjusting Screw counterclockwise to move the Adjusting Screw almost as far as will go to the rear. Figure 11.

3. Hold chain with cutters facing as shown in

Figure 8.

4. Place chain over and behind the clutch drum,

onto the sprocket. Figure 8.

5. Place the Guide Bar on the saw with the large slot over the Bar Stud and the Mounting Pins (on either side of the Bar Stud). Fit the adjusting pin into the round hole below the large slot. Figure 7 and 9.

I CAUTIONT! Make sure that the tab on the bottom

of the fuel tank is aligned in the slot provided in the fan housing. Figure 10.

7. Hold the Guide Bar against the saw frame ano

install the Bar Clamp.

8. Secure the Bar Clamp with the Bar Clamp Nut,

finger tight oniy. Tighten Bar Clamp Nut after chain is tensioned.

NOTE; Be sure the Guide Bar is positioned with the adjusting pin hole below the large slot.

6. Start at the top of the guide bar and fit the chai.*^ drive

links into groove around the guide bar. Figure 9.

-ADJUSTING PIN HOLE

Figure 9

D. CHAIN TENSION

• Chain tension is very important:

— a loose chain wilt wear the bar and itself.

— a loose chain can jump off the bar while you

are cutting.

— a tight chain can break or damage the saw

and/or bar.

The chain stretches during use* especially when new. Check tension:

— each time the saw is used — more frequently when the chain is new

— as the chain warms up to normal operating

temperature.

Chain tension is correct when the chain: — can be lifted about 1/8” from the Guide

Bar at a point near the middle of the bar,

— and will move freely around the bar.

9. Replace the Rear Bar Clamp Screw and tight en securely.

10. Follow “Chain Tension’’ instructions below.

Figure 10

• Chain tensioning procedure: CAUTION: Always wear gloves when handling

the chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even

when it is not moving.

NOTE:The Bar Clamp Nut must be slightly loose for

the chain to be properly tensioned.

1. Hold the tip of the Guide Bar up and turn the Adjusting Screw clockwise just until the chain does not sag beneath the Guide Bar. Figure 11.

2. Check the tension by lifting the chain from the

Guide Bar at the center of the bar. Figure 12.

3. Continue adjusting the Adjusting Screw until

the tension is correct.

4. Hold the tip of the Guide Bar up and tighten

the Bar Clamp Nut with a 1/2 inch Wrench.

5. Check the Rear Bar Clamp Screw to be sure

it is secure.

6. Recheck chain tension. Figure 12.

Figure 11

TO LOOSEN

TENSION

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E. FUELING YOUR ENGINE

1. FUEL SAFETY a. Use only recommended fuel mixtures.

b. Mix and pourfuef outdoors and where there are

no sparks or flames.

c. Use a container approved for fuel.

d. Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the

tool or while using the tool.

e. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.

f. Move at least 10 feet away from fueling site

before starting engine.

g. Stop engine before removing fuel cap. Allow

the engine to coot before refueling.

h. Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool.

Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.

i. Store tool and fuel in an area where fuel vapors

cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces,

etc.

2. FUEL MIXTURE

• Vbur tool is powered by a 2-cycle engine which requires a fuel mixture of regular unleaded

gasoline and a high quality engine oil specially made for 2-cycle, air cooled engines. The

internal design of the 2-cycle engine requires lubrication of moving parts. Lubrication is provided

when the recommended mixture of gasoline and oil is used.

• GenuinePOULANorWEEO EATER®40;1,2-cycle

engine oil is strongly recommended fbrthe pro

tection of your unit. Extensive engineering tests

have proven that Poulan or Weed Eater oil resists breakdown at operating temperatures common to

2-cycie engines, resulting in dependable perfor

mance and longer engine life.

• Gasoline must be clean and fresh. After a short

period of time, gasoline will chemically breakdown

. and form compounds that cause hard starting and

damage in 2-cycie engines.

• The correct measure of gasoline to oil is very

important. Too much oil in the mixture will foul the

spark plug.

I CAUTION; I Too little oil or incorrect oil will

cause the engine to overheat and seize.

• Always mix the fuel thoroughly in a container

since gasoline and oil do not readily combine. Do not

mix gasoline and oii directly in the fuel tank.

3. USE THE FOLLOWING ONLY:

POULAN/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycIe engine oil is strongly recommended. Available in the following convenient container sizes. POULAN/WEED EATER 40:1, 2*cycie engine oil should be mixed as follows;

3.2 oz. Container. . . .Mix with 1 gallon gasoline

8 oz. Container... Mix with 2-1/2 gallons gasoline

If none of the above oils are available, use a good

quality, 2-cycle, air cooled engine oil mixed at a ratio of 16:1 (8 oz. oil to 1 gallon gasoline).

If POULAN/WEED EATER oii is not available, use other “POULAN” or “WEED EATER” branded 2-cycle engine oils at their recommended mixture as fisted on

the container.

4. DO NOT USE:

• NMMA Oil — National Marine Manufacturers

Association (formerly BIA)

Does not have proper additives for 2-cycle, air

cooled engines and can cause engine damage.

• AUTOMOTIVE OIL —

Does not have proper additives for 2-cycie, air cooled engines and can cause engine damage.

CAUTION

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, do not leave fuel in the unit when storing

for 30 days or longer. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See the “Storage” section for addi tional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage can occur.

5. HOW TO MIX FUEL AND FILL TANK

a. Pour 1/2 of the regular unleaded gasoline to be used

into an approved, marked container. Do not mix gaso

line and oil directly into the fuel tank.

b. Add entire measure of engine oil. c. Close fuel container tightly. Shake for one minute. d. Slowly open fuel container. e. Add remainder of gasoline. f. Close fuel container tightly and shake again. g. Slowly open fuel container. h. Slowly remove the fuel cap. i. Fill the tank using a spout or funnel.

j. Reinstall the fuel cap securely. 9

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F. BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICANT

• The Guide Bar and Cutting Chain require continuous lubrication in order to remain in operating condition. Lubrication is provided

by the automatic oiler system when the oil tank is kept filled.

— Lack of oil wilt quickly ruin the bar and chain.

~ Too little oil will cause overheating shown by

smoke coming from the chain and/or discolora

tion of the guide bar rails.

• Genuine Poulan Bar and Chain Oil is recom

mended to protect your unit against excessive wearduetoheat and friction. Roulan lubricant

resists high temperature thinning. If Poulan bar and chain oil is not available, use a good grade SAE

30 oil. Never use waste oil for this purpose.

• In freezing weather oil will thicken, making it necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a

small amount of Diesel Fuel #1 or Kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free flow

ing for the oil system to pump enough oil for ad equate lubrication.

3. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

a Fill the oil tank each time you refill the fuel

tank to ensure there will be sufficient oil for the

chain whenever you start and run the saw

b. The saw will normally use about 1/2 tank of

chain oil for each tank of fuel mixture. If less

oil is used, check for a plugged oil hole in the

guide bar.

c. Keep sawdust and debris cleaned from the

oil holes in the guide bar to allow an adequate

Oil flow to the bar and chain

d. Keep spilled and spattered oil wiped from the

unit to avoid sawdust and debris build-up. Pay particular attention to oil on the fan housing and starter assembly to avoid overheating the engine.

e. It is normal for a small amount of oil to ap

pear under the saw after the engine stops.

This IS due to oil draining from the bar and chain

when not in use

1. USE THE FOLLOWING:

30° F or above — lubricant—undiluted.

30°-0° F—95% lubricant to 5% Diesel Fuel

#1 or Kerosene.

Below 0°F — 90% lubricant to 10% Diesel

Fuel # 1 or Kerosene.

2. HOW TO RLL THE OIL TANK Stop the engine.

Turn saw on its side with oil cap up.

Loosen cap slcwiy and wart for pressure in the

tank to be released before removing the cap. Figure 14. Fill the oil tank.

Replace the oil cap securely.

NOTES

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USINO YOUR SAW

A. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Before operating your saw, always:

1. »^Check over safety rules and precautions in

this manual. Make certain you completely

understand and can apply each one.

2. Check protective gear. Always use eye, hear

ing, and head protection devices, safety footwear,

protective gloves, and snug-fitting clothing.

3. Check the sawfor loose bolts, nuts, or fittings.

Tighten, repairer replace parts as necessary. Tools required listed in ‘Assembly.”

4. Check the air filter. Clean the filter before start

ing the engine. For location, see 'Air Filter.”

I. STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (Refer to ‘^Specifications,” page 2, for location of controls.)

5. i^Chack the saw chain. The chain should be

sharp and at the correct tension.

6. Check the fuel tank and oil tank. Both tanks

should be filled.

7. Check the handles. Handles should be dry

and free of fuel mixture and oil.

8. K'Check weather corufitions. Do not use your

saw at night or during bad conditions such

as strong wind, rain, snow. etc.

9. Check the workarea. Keepchiidren, bystanders,

and animals a safe distance away from the work area when starting or operating the saw—a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters).

1. BASIC PROCEDURE

a. Hold saw firmly with the saw chain free to turn

without contacting any object.

b. Move ignition switch to “Start” position. Figure 15. c. Adjust choke according to “Starting Procedure for

Varying Conditions” below. Figure 16.

d. Squeeze trigger with your right hand while pushing

saw away from you and pulling the starter rope with

your left hand. Figure 17,

e. Release the trigger after engine starts, allowing the

engine to idle.

A WARNING

The chain must not move when the engine runs at idle

speed. Refer to “Carburetor Adjustments,” for correction.

f. Stop engine by moving the ignition switch to the

“Stop” position. Figure 15.

IGNITION SWITCH

П—

CHOKE

i 1

START-^

Push saw away with right hand while pulling starter

rope with left hand.

---------

ew- STOP

Figure 15 Figure 16

Figure 17

f '• HALF

OFF

Use only 15-18 inches

of rope per pull.

A WARNING

Always wear gloves; safety footwear; snug-fitting

clothing; and eye, hearing, and head protection

devices when operating a chain saw.

2. STARTING PROCEDURE FOR VARYING

CONDITIONS

NOTE: Be sure to follow “1. Basic Procedure," as described on this page.

a. COLD ENGINE

1) Push choke to full choke position. Figure 16.

2. )Pull starter rope until engine attempts to run.

3. ) Push choke until half position is felt Figure 16.

4. ) Pull starter rope until engine runs.

5. ) After 5 second warm up, push choke to the off position.

A WARNING

Avoid bodily contact with the muffler when starting or using a warm engine to avoid serious burns.

b. WARM ENGINE

1. ) Leave choke at the off position. Figure 16.

2. ) Pull starter rope until engine runs.

c. REFUELED WARM ENGINE AFTER RUNNING

OUT OF FUEL

1. ) Push choke to full choke position. Figure 15

2. )PuH starter rope until engine attempts to run

3. ) Push choke to the oft position. Figure 16.

4. ) Pull starter rope until engine runs.

3. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

a. When pulling the starter rape, do not use the fu

extent of the rope as this can cause the rope to break

Do not let the starter rope snap back. Hold the han

die and let the rope rewind slowly.

b. If engine floods, let the unit set for a few minutes

then repeat starting procedure using the half-chokt position.

c. For cold weather starting, allow engine to warm ui

(1-2 min.) at the halfohoke position, then nxwe choki

Choke to the off position. Do not cut with the choke a the “full" or “hair position.

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TYPES OF CUTTING

A. BASIC CUTTING TECHNIQUE

1. IMPORTANT POINTS a. Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,

masonry, non-wood building materials, etc. Do not use your saw to pry or shove away limbs, roots or

other objects.

b. Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object.

Inspect the saw and repair or replace par+s as necessary.

c. Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even a

small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain and thus increase the possibility of kickback.

A KICKBACK WARNING

Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Contact at the upper portion of the tip of the

guide bar can causethe chain to dig into the object and stop the chain for an instant. The result is a iightning

fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and

back toward the operator, if the saw chain is pinched along the top of the guide bar, the guide bar can be driven rapidly back toward the operator. Either of these reactions can cause loss of saw control which can result in serious injury.

2. UNDERSTAND REACTIVE FORCES

Pinch-Kickback and Pull-In occur when the chain

is suddenly stopped by being pinched, caught, or by contacting a foreign object in the wood. This

results in a reversal of the chain force used to cut wood and causes the saw to move in the opposite direction of

chain rotation. Either reaction can result in loss of con

trol and possible serious injury.

• Pinch-Kickback —

—occurs when the chain, on top of the bar is

suddenly stopped when the top of the bar is used

for cutting.

—rapidly drives the saw straight back toward the

operator.

• Pull-In —

— can occur when the chain on the bottom of the

bar is suddenly stopped.

—pulls the saw rapidly forward.

3. PROCEDURE

Practice cutting a few small logs using the following techni-4 que to get the ‘‘feel" of using your saw before you begin a major sawing operation. a. Accelerate the engine to full throttle just before

entering the cut by squeezing the throttle trigger.

b. Begin cutting with the saw frame against the log.

Figure 18.

c. Keep the engine at full throttle the entire time you

are cutting.

d. Allow the chain to cut for you; exert only light

downward pressure. If you force the cut, damage to

the bar. chain, or engine can result.

e. Release the throttle trigger as soon as the cut is

completed, allowing the engine to idle. If you run the

saw at full throttle without a cutting load, unnecessary

wear can occur to the chain, bar, and engine.

f. Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut

to avoid losing control when the cut is complete.

g. Stop the engine before setting the saw down after

cutting.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

1, PLAN YOUR SAWING OPERATION CARE

FULLY IN ADVANCE

a Clear the work area. You need a clear area ail

around the tree where you can have secure

footing

b Study the natural conditions that can cause

the tree to fall in a particular direction.

1 ) The WIND direction and speed.

2 ) The LEAN of the tree.

3 ) WEIGHTED with BRANCHES on one side. 4 ) Surrounding TREES and OBSTACLES.

c Look for decay and rot. If the trunk 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 2Уг tree lengths from the

nearest person or other objects. Engine noise car

drown out a warning call.

Remove dirt, stones, loose -bark, nails, staples, and wire from the tree where cut^ are to be made. (

Plan to stand on the up-hill side when cut-"

ting on a slope. Figure 18. Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diagonal to the line of fall. Figure 19.

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2. FELLING SMALL TREES — LESS THAN

6 "IN DIAMETER

a. If you know the direction of fall:

1. ) Make a single felling cut on the side away

from the direction of fall.

2. ) Cut all the way through.

3. ) Stop the saw. put it down, and get away quickly on your planned retreat path.

b. If you are not sure which way the tree will fall,

use the notch method described for felling large trees.

Awarning

DO NOT CUT: — near electrical wires or buildings. — if you do not know the direction of tree fall,

—at night since you will not be able to see well.

— during bad weather — strong wind, snow, rain,

etc.

3. FELLING LARGE TREES —6 "DIAMETER

OR MORE

The notch method is used to cut large trees. A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the desired direction of fall. After a felling cut is made on the opposite side of the tree, the tree will tend to fall into the notch.

CHfiECTION ^'Nm OPENING OF

CLOSING i p OF NOTCH fjj K ^

HINGE HOLDS THE THEE ON STUMP AND CONTROLS THE FALL.

Figure 22

FELLING CUT

A WARNING Stay on the uphill side of the terrain to avoid the tree roll ing or sliding downhill after it has fallen.

NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots, re

move before making the notch. Cut into the but tresses vertically, then horizontally. Figure 20.

a. Make the notch cut. Figure 21.

1. ) Cut the bottom of the notch first, through

1 3 of the diameter of the tree.

2. ) Complete the notch by making the slant

cut.

3. ) Remove the notch of wood.

b. Make the felling cut on the opposite side of the

notch about 2" higher than the bottom of the notch.

c. Leave enough uncut wood between the felling

cut and the notch to form a hinge. Figure 22.

NOTE: The hinge helps to keep the tree from

twisting and falling in the wrong direction.

d. Use a wedge if there is any chance that the tree

will not fall in the desired direction.

DON’T PUT YOURSELF IN THESE POSITIONS

NOTE: Before the felling cut is complete, drive

wedges to open up the cut when necessary to control the direction of fall. Use wood or plastic wedges but never steel or i ron, to avoid kickback

and chain damage.

e. Be alert for signs that the tree is ready to fall:

1. ) cracking sounds.

2. ) widening of the felling cut.

3. ) movement in the upper branches.

f. As the tree starts to fal|. stop the saw; put it

down, and get away quickly on your planned retreat path.

g. Be extremely cautious with partially f^len trees that

may be poorly supported. When a tree doesn’t fall completely, set the saw aside and puli down the tree with a cable winch, block and tackle or tractor. To avoid injury, do not cut down a partially fallen tree with your saw.

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C. BUCKING

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

1. IMPORTANT POINTS

a Cut only one log at a time,

b Cut shattered wood very carefully. Sharp

pieces of wood could be flung toward the operator.

c Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never

allow another person to hold the log while cut

ting and never hold the log with your leg ot foot,

d Oo not cut in an area where logs, limbs and

roots are tangled such as in a blown down area.

Drag the logs into a dear area before cutting by pull ing out exposed and cleared logs first,

e Make the first bucking cut 1/3 of the way

through the log and finish with a 2/3 cut on the opposite side. As the log is being cut, it will

tend to bend. The saw can become pinched or hung in the log if you make the first cut deeper

than 1 3 of the diameter of the log.

f. Give special attention to logs under strain to

prevent the saw from pinching. Make the first cut

on the pressure side to relieve the stress on the log.

Figure 23.

2. TYPES OF CUTTING USED Figure 24

—Overcutting— begin on the top side of the log with

the bottom of the saw against the log; exert light pressure downward.

—Undercutting— begin on the under side of the log with the top of the saw against the fog; exert light

pressure upward. During undercutting, the saw will tend

to posh back at you. Be prepared for this reaction and hold

the saw firmly to maintain control.

A WARNING

Never turn the saw upside down to undercut. The saw

cannot be controlled in this position.

A WARNING

If saw becomes pinched or hung in a log, don’t try to

force it out. \bu can lose control of the saw resulting in

serious injury and/or damage to the saw. Stopthe saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the cut until the saw can be removed easily. Figure 25. Restart 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.

Figure 25

USING \ ANOTHER

LOG AS A SUPPORT

Figure 26

3. BUCKING —WITHOUT A SUPPORT

a. Overcutwith a 1/3 diameter cut. b. Roil log over and finish with an overcut.

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4. BUCKING — USING ANOTHER LOG AS A

SUPPORT (Figure 26):

a. In area A

1. ) Uncjercuti 3of the way through the log.

2. ) Finish with an overcut,

b. In area B:

1. ) Overcut, 13 of the way through the log.

2. ) Finish with an undercut.

5. BUCKING —USING A STAND (Figure 27):

a. InareaA;

1. ) Undercut 1 3 of the way through the log.

2. ) Finish with an overcut.

b. In area B:

1. ) Over cut 1/3 ofthe way through the log.

2. ) Finish with an undercut.

O. DEBRANCHING AND PRUNING

• Work slowly, keeping both hands on the saw

with a firm grip. Maintain secure footing and bal

ance.

• Watch out for springpotes. Use extreme caution

when cutting smalt size limbs. Slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.

• Be alert for springback. Watch out for branches

that are bent or under pressure as you are cutting

to 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 bran

ches out of the way to avoid tripping over them.

Awarning

Do not Stand on the log being cut. Any portion can roll

causing loss of footing and control.

2. PRUNING

a. 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.

b. Refer to Figure 29 for the pruning tech

nique.

1. ) Undercut 1/3 of the way through the limb near the trunk of the tree.

2. ) Finish with an overcut farther out from the trunk.

3. ) Keep out of the way of the failing limb.

4. ) Cut the stump flush near the trunk of the

tree.

A WARNING

Never climb into a tree to debranch or prune. Do

not stand on ladders, platforms, a log or in any posi tion which can cause you to lose your balance or control of the saw.

1. OEBRANCHING

a. Always debranch a tree after it is cut down.

Only then can debranching be done safely and properly.

b. Leave the larger lower limbs to support the

tree as you work.

c. Start at the base of the felled tree and work

towards the top, cutting branches and

limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut. Fig

ure 28.

d. Keep the tree between you and the chain.

Cut from the side of the tree opposite the branch you are cutting.

e. Remove larger, supporting branches with

the 1 /3,2/3 cutting techniques described in the bucking section.

1 ) Start with an undercut.

2.) Finish with an overcut.

f. Always use an overcut to cut small and

freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could

cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.

A WARNING

Be alert for and guard against kickback. Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other branches or objects at the nose of the guide bar when debranching or pruning. Allowing such con

tact can result in serious injury.

Figure 28

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MAINTENANCE

A good maintenance program of regular inspec tion and care wiM increase the service life and

help to maintain the safety and performance of

your saw.

• Make all adjustments or repairs (except car

buretor adjustments) with: — spark plug wire disconnected — engine cool as opposed to a saw that has just

been run.

A. GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN

Increase the service life of your Guide Bar and

Chain by:

— Using the saw properly and as recommended in

this manual. — Maintaining correct Chain Tension, page 8. — Proper lubrication, page 10. — Regular maintenance as described in this

section.

1. CHAIN MAINTENANCE

Sharpen the chain when:

— wood chips are small and powdery. Wood

chips made by the saw chain should be about the size of the teeth of the chain.

— saw has to be forced through the cut. — saw cuts to one side.

CAUTION: I Always wear gloves when handling the

chain. The chain can be sharp enough to cut you even though it Is too dull to cut wood.

a. SHARPENING INSTRUCTIONS

Items required: Gloves Fiat File

5/32" Dia. file Depth Gauge Tool

6" File holder

1. ) Stop engine.

2. ) Adjust the chain for proper tension, paged

3. ) Work at the midpoint of the bar, moving the

chain forward by hand as each cutter is filed.

4. ) Sharpen cutters.

a. ) Bosition the file holder level on the top plate

of the cutter and depth gauge as shown in Figure 30.

b. ) Align the 30° file holder marks parallel with

the bar and to the center of the chain. Figure 31.

c. ) Fife from inside toward outside of cutter,

straight across on forward stroke in one

direction only. Use 2 or 3 strokes per cut ting edge. Figure 31.

d. ) Keep all cutters the same length. Figure

e. ) File enough to remove any damage to

cutting edges (side plate and top plate) of cutter. Figure 32.

f. ) File PIOOS and P101S chain to meet

specifications shown in Figure 33.

• Check the saw for loose bolts, screws, nuts

and fittings regularly. Loose fasteners can

cause an unsafe condition as well as damage to your saw.

A WARNING

Have all chain saw service performed by a qualified ser

vice dealer except the items listed in the maintenance section of this manual.

A WARNING

Maintain the proper hook angle according to the manufacturer’s specification for the chain you are using. Improper hook angle will increase the chance of kickback which can result in serious injury. Figure

33&35.

5.) Correct Depth Gauges.

a. ) Place depth gauge tool over each cutter

depth gauge. Figure 34.

b. ) File level with the flat file if depth gauge

is higher than the depth gauge tool.

c. ) Maintain rounded front corner of depth

gauge with a flat file. Figures 34 & 35.

NOTE: The very top of the depth gauge should be flat with

the front half rounded off with a flat file.

A WARNING

Depth gauge tool is required to insure proper depth gauge. Filing the depth gauge too deep wilt increase the chance of kickback which can result in serious injury.

b. CHAIN REPLACEMENT

1. ) Use only the Low-Kick Chain specified for your saw in “Specifications,” for replace ment chain,

2. ) Replace the chain when cutters or links break.

3. ) See a qualified service dealer to replace and sharpen individual cutters for match ing your chain.

4. ) Always have a worn sprocket replaced by

a qualified service dealer when installing a new chain to avoid excessive wear to the

_____

FILE HOLDER

Л \\ Ail L

30° FILE A

HOLDER Ж

UNE

chain.

FILE

DEPTH GAUGE

Figure 30

r\ /

CUTTER \ /

Figure 31

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2. GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE

• Conditions which can require guide bar

maintenance: — saw cuts to one side

— saw has to be forced through a cut —inadequate supply of oil to bar and

chain.

• Check the condition of the guide bar each

time the chain is sharpened. A worn guide

bar wil) damage the chain and make cut

ting more difficult.

• Replace the guide bar when:

— the inside groove of the guide bar rails is

worn.

— the guide bar is bent or cracked.

• Use only the Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar specified for your saw in “Specifications” for replacement.

a. Remove the guide bar to service. b. Clean oil holes at least once for each five

hours of operation.

c. Remove sawdust from the guide bar

groove periodically with a putty knife or a

wire. Figure 36.

d. Remove burrs by filing the side edges of

the guide bar grooves square with a flat file. Figure 37.

e. Restore square edges to an uneven rail

top by filing with a flat file. Figure 37.

Figure 34

RIGHT WAY

TOO MUCH HOOK ANGLE

Figure 35

Figure 37

SQUARED OFF CORNER

2&Q

WRONG WAY

B. SPARK ARRESTOR

• Carbon deposits build up on the spark ar restor, as the saw is used and must be removed to

avoid creating a fire hazard or causing engine dam age.

• Replacethesparkarrestorifbreaksoccur,

• Keep the spark arrestor clean at all times.

Clean: —as required —at least once for each 25-30 hours of operation

Items required: wire brush, 3/8" wrench

Figure 38

1. Disconnect the spark plug wire.

2. Remove the Muffler Cover. Figure 38.

3. Remove the screen from the baffle.

4. Clean the screen with a wire brush or replace if

breaks are found.

5. Reassemble parts.

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с. STARTER ROPE

A starter rope that breaks next to the pulley can be repaired.

Replace the starter rope if the rope breaks more

than 2-3 inches away from the pulley as the rope will be too short to repair properly.

NOTE; A recoil spring lies beneath the pulley and is

under tension. If the recoil spring is disturbed,

considerable time and effort wili be required to reinstall. For this reason, you may want to let a

qualified service dealer handle this repair. If you do try to repair the starter rope and the recoil spring pops

out, take the saw to your dealer

Always wear eye protection when servicing the starter rope. The recoil spring beneath the pulley is under tension. If the spring pops out, serious injury can result.

1. Drain fuel tank.

2. Remove the two screws on the side of the fan housing

and the screw on the bottom of the fan housing. Figure 39,

3. Remove the large screw at the reaff of the control handle and the smalt screw directly below it. Figure 40,

4. Pull the gas line from the fitting going in the saw han dle (found on all models except 2300 CVA.)

5. Separate the fan housing from the unit.

6. If the starter rope is not broken, release the spring

tension by pulling about 10 inches of rope from the pulley and catch the rope in the notch as

shown. Figure 41. NOTE; The tension on the starter spring will

be released if the rope has broken,

7. Turn the pulley counterclockwise until the

spring tension is released.

8. Remove the pulley screw in the center of the

pulley. Figure 42.

Lift the pulley carefully while gently twisting it counterclockwise.

Remove Retention screw. Remove the old rope.

10. Move away from the fuel tank and melt the end of the

11.

rope to be installed.

12.

Allow the melted end to drip once; then while the

rope is still hot, pull the melted end through a rag

to obtain a smooth, pointed end. Route the rope through the rope hole in the

13. housing.

14. Guide rope inside pulley, then through the pulley hole. Figure 41.

15. Wrap rope counterclockwise around pulley ratchet

and tuck loose end under rope, leaving about a 1" pigtail. Lay pigtail between the screw post and the retainer rib. Figure 42.

16. Thread retention screwand washer into the reten tion post. Figure 42.

17 Pull rope tightly around the ratchet and wind the

rope on the pulley counterclockwise.

18. Set the pulley into the housing; push it down

and engage the spring.

19. Replace and tighten the pulley screw.

20. Pull out 10 inches of rope and set the rope in the

notch in the pulley. Figure 43.

A WARNING

21. Turn the pulley 2 complete turns clockwise wind, up the spring.

22 Hold the pulley and pull the starter rope to

the full extent of length and let the rope re wind slowly.

23. Replace the fuel line in the slot in the fan housing (on

all models except 2300 CVA). Be certain fuel line is not pinched.

NOTE: Make sure that the tab on the bottom of

the fuel tank is aligned in the slot provided in the fan housing. Figure 10.

Replace fan housing.

Figure 39

Models 1800,1800 Super

2000,2000 AV, and 23p0A^

Model 2300 CVA and 2350 CVA-

Figure 40

Figure 42

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D. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

• Poor engine performance can be a result of other causes such as dirty air filter, carbon build-up on muffler outlets, etc. See “Trouble Shooting Chart” before proceeding with carburetor adjustments.

• For best results, Poulan recommends that you

have a qualified service dealer make all car buretor adjustments. Your dealer has the training,

experience and tools necessary to properly adjust your saw to meet our factory performance specifica

tions. This service is not covered by warranty. If it becomes necessary for you to make carburetor adjustments yourself, follow the procedures below very carefully.

• The carburetor has been adjusted at the factory for sea level conditions. Adjustments may become necessary

if the saw is used at significantly higher altitudes or if you notice any of the following conditions:

NOTE: Be sure to properly prepare the saw as

described in “1. Preparation” below, before making any adjustments.

— Chain moves when the engine runs at idle

speed. See “2. Idle Speed Adjustment."

— Saw will not idle. See “2. Idle Speed Adjust

ment” and ”3. Low Speed Mixture Adjust ment.”

— Engine dies or hesitates when it should accel

erate. See “4. Acceleration Adjustment.”

— Loss of cutting power which is not corrected

byairfiltercieaning. “See “5. High Speed Mix

ture Adjustment.”

CAUTION:! Permanent damage will occur to any

2-cycle engine if incorrect carburetor adjust ments are made.

• If the unit will not operate property after making

these adjustments, take the saw to a qualified ser vice dealer.

Awarning

The chain will be moving during most of this pro

cedure. Wear your protective gear and observe all safety precautions.

1. PREPARATION

a. Stop engine.

b. Use a fresh fuel mixture with proper gasoline/

oil ratio.

c. Place the saw on a solid, fiat surface and make sure

the chain will not contact any object.

d. Remove the two carburetor cover screws and

carburetor cover. Figure 45. Locate the three (3) carburetor adjusting screw

openings to the right of the air filter cover. Figure 44. Start the engine and allow engine to idle 3 minutes

to warm up. The engine must be at operating tem

perature for proper adjustments to be made.

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2. IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT

a. Allow engine to idle.

b. Adjust Idle Spaed Screw until engine continues to

run without stalling and without the chain moving.

— Turn screw clockwise to increase engine speed

if engine stalls or dies.

— Turn screw counterclockwise to slow engine

down and/or to keep the chain from turning.

c. No further adjustments are necessary if the

chain does not move at idle speed and if perfor mance is satisfactory.

A WARNING

Recheck idle speed after each adjustment below. The chain must not move at idle speed to avoid serious injury.

3. LOW SPEED MIXTURE ADJUSTMENT

a. Allow engine to idle.

b Turn the Low Speed Mixture Screw slowly clock

wise until the RPM starts to drop. Note the position.

c. Turn the Low Speed Mixture Screw counterclock

wise until the RPM speeds up and starts to drop

again. Note the position.

d. Set the Low Spe^ Mixture Screw at the mid

point between the two positions.

4. ACCELERATION ADJUSTMENT

If engine dies or hesitates instead of accelerating, turn

the Low Speed Mixture Screw 1/16 of a turn at a time counterclockwise until you have smooth acceleration.

5. HIGH SPEED MIXTURE ADJUSTMENT

I CAUTION: I Adjustments as small as 1/16 of a

turn can affect engine performance. It is impor tant to turn the screw only 1/16 of a turn per adjust

ment and test the performance of the saw before making further adjustments.

a. Make a test cut. b. Adjust the High Speed Mixture Screw 1/16 of a turn

as follows:

— Clockwise if saw smokes or loses power. — Counterclockwise if the saw has speed out of the

cut but lacks power in the cut.

c. Repeat test cut. d. Continue 1/16 of a turn adjustments until the saw

runs smoothly in cut.

I CAUTIONTI A too lean high speed setting (clock

wise adjustment) will cause engine damage to any

2-cycle engine from overheating and lack of lubri

cation. Never set the high speed mixture screw so far clockwise that you have high speed but lack power while cutting. An effective approach follows. — Turn screw counterclockwise until engine loses

power while cutting.

— Then, turn screw clockwise in 1/16 of a turn

increments only until the engine has power while cutting.

NOTE: If the unit wilt not operate properly after

making these adjustments, take the saw to a

qualified service dealer.

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AIR FILTER

• A dirty air filter

— reduces cutting power — increases fuel consumption

• Clean the Air Filter:

—frequently, especially under very dusty

conditions.

—always after 10 tanks of fuel mixture or 5

hours of operation whichever is less.

1. Clean off the carburetor cover and the area

around it to keep dirt and sawdust from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is

removed.

2. Remove the carburetor cover screws and car buretor cover. Figure 45.

3. Puli out the air filter.

4. Wash the filter in soap and water.

CAUTION: Do not use gasoline or other flam-

mable liquid to clean the filter to avoid creating a fire hazard.

5. Squeeze the filter dry.

6. Add a small amount of oil to coat the fitter.

NOTE: Avoid soaking the filter with oil.

7. Squeeze out excess oil.

8. Replace filter by tucking in edges and

smoothing it flush with the carburetor housing.

NOTE: Be careful when replacing the car

buretor cover as incorrect placement will pre

vent the choke from working properly.

F. STORAGE

When your saw is to be stored for over 30 days, always:

1. Drain fuel tank in a safe manner. (See “Fueling Your

Engine”,)

2. Start engine and allow to run at idle speed until the engine stops.

NOTE: This will remove most of the fuel from the fuel system.

3. Dram oil tank.

ICAUTlQf^ Wear protective gloves when han

dling the chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving.

CAUTION: Never operate the unit without the air

fitter in place to avoid damage to the engine.

9. Move the choke knob all the way to the right.

10. Check the choke shutter to be sure it is closed.^ Figure 45. f

11. Reinstall the carburetor cover and tighten the

carburetor cover screws.

12. Check the operation of the choke. v

NOTE: If the choke knob sticks or will not move,

remove the cover and repeat steps 9-12 above.

Remove, clean, and dry the bar and chain.

Store the chain in a container filled with oil

5. to prevent rust. Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of

the bar and wrap it in heavy paper, cloth or

plastic.

Clean the outside surfaces of the engine.

Store the saw in adry place, out of the reach

of children, and away from where fuel vapors can reach open flames from hot water heater, furnaces, etc.

NOTES

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G. TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

TROUBLE

ENGINE WILL NOT START

ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE

PROPERLY

ENGINE WILL NOT

ACCELERATE, LACKS POWER OR DIES IN THE CUT

ENGINE SMOKES

EXCESSIVELY

ENGINE RUNS HOT

CAUSE

1. Ignition Switch off.

2. Fue! tank empty.

3. Spark Plug not firing.

4. Fuel not reaching carburetor.

5. Engine flooded.

6. Compression low.

1. idle speed set too low.

2. Idle speed set too high.

3. Low speed screw requires adjustment.

4. Crankshaft seals worn. 4. Contact a qualified service dealer

5. Compression low.

1. Carburetor requires adjustment. 1. See Carburetor Adjustments.

2. Air filter is dirty. 2. Clean or replace air filter.

3. Spark plug fouled.

4. Carbon build-up on exhaust ports.

5. Low Compression

1. Fuel mixture incorrect.

2. Choke partially on.

3. High speed needle requires adjustment.

4. Air filter dirty.

5. Crankcase leak.

1. Fan housing/cyiinder fins dirty.

2. Fuel Mixture incorrect.

3. High Speed Mixture set too low.

4, Carbon build-up on spark arrestor screen.

5. Spark Plug incorrect.

6. Carbon build-up on exhaust ports.

REMEDY

t. Moveswitch to “Start,"

2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

3. Install new plug and/or check ignition system.

4. Check for dirty fuel filter: clean. Check for kinked or split fuel line; repair or replace.

5. See Starting Instructions.

6. Contact a qualified service dealer.

1. Adjust idle speed screw clockwise to increasespeed.

2. Adjust idle speed screw counterclockwise to reduce speed.

3. See Carburetor Adjustments.

5. Contact a qualified service dealer.

3. Clean or replace Spark Plug and regap.

4. Contact a qualified service dealer.

5. Contact a qualified service dealer.

1 See Engine Fuel Mixture.

2. Move choke to “OFF" position.

3. See Carburetor Adjustments.

4. Clean or replace air filter.

5. Contact a qualified service dealer

1- Clean area.

2. See Engine Fuel Mixture.

3. See Carburetor Adjustments.

4. See “Spark Arrestor’’,

5. Replace with correct plug. & Contact a qualified service dealer

OIL INADEQUATE FOR

BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION

CHAIN MOVES AT

IDLE SPEED

CHAIN DOES NOT MOVE

WHEN ENGINE IS ACCELERATED

CHAIN CLATTERS OR

CUTS ROUGHLY

CHAIN STOPS WITHIN

THECUT

CHAIN CUTS AT

AN ANGLE

1. Oil tank empty.

2. Oilpumporoilfilterclogged.

3. Guide bar oil hole blocked.

1. Idle speed requires adjustment.

2. Clutch requires repair.

1. Chain tension too tight.

2. Carburetor requires adjustment. 2. See Carburetor Adjustments.

3. Guide bar rails pinched. 4, Clutch slipping.

1. Cutters damaged after striking foreign material.

2. Chain tension incorrect or loose.

3. Chain wear due to contact with dirt, sand or 3 Resharpen or replace chain. metal object in wood.

4, Sprocket worn.

5. Cutters dull, improperly sharpened; depth

gauges too high.

1. Chain cutter tops not filed flat.

2. Guide bar burred or bent; rail uneven.

3. Clutch slipping. 3. Contact a qualified service dealer

1. Cutters damaged on one side.

2. Chain dull on one side.

3. Guide bar bent, or worn. [

1. Fill oil tank.

2. Contact a qualified service dealer.

3. Remove bar and clean.

1. See Carburetor Adjustments.

2. Contact a qualified service dealer.

1. See Chain Tension.

3. Repair or replace.

4. Contact a qualified service dealer

1. Contact a qualified service dealer.

2. See Chain Tension.

4. Contact a qualified service dealer

5. See Chain Sharpening Instructions.

1. See Chain Sharpening Instructions.

2. Repair or replace Guide Bar.

1. Resharpen until all cutters have equal angles and lengths.

2. Resharpen until alt cutters have equal angles and lengths.

3. Replace guide bar.

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H. MAINTENANCE CHART

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Complete machine

Visual inspection {condition, leaks)

Clean Throttle trigger, safety throttle lock, stop switch Filter in fuel tank

Check operation Replace filter assembly — when clogged or

dir^

Fuel tank Clean

Cham oil tank Clean

Cham lubrication

Check

Inspect, also check sharpness

Saw chain

Check Cham tension

Sharpen — when dull Inspect (wear, damage)

Clean (whenever chain is removed for maintenance)

Guide bar

Lubricate sprocket nose

Deburr

Replace — when worn or damaged

(

Cham sprocket

Exhaust ports

Cylinder fins

Carburetor

Spark plug

Alt accessible screws and nuts {not adjusting screws)

Spark arrestor screen

Check — each time bar or chain is removed Clean

Replace — when worn or damaged

Clean

Clean Check idle adiustment -

chain must not turn

Readjust idle — when chain turns at idle

Replace — when touted or damaged

Retighten Inspect

Replace — when worn or damaged Inspect Replace ~ when worn or damaged

Page 23

POULAN® ACCESSORIES

See your Poulan® dealer for accessories and parts.

Electric Sharpener (with all stones)

Sharpener Stones

File - Flat - 6"............................................... 952-055027

File - Round - 5/32"

File & Holder - 5/32".....................................952-055031

Depth Gauge

Bar Wrench............................................... 952-031096

Carry Case Safety Helmet Sound Suppressor Safety Goggles

Safety Face Shield.......................................952-701601

Sprocket - 3/8" Spur.....................................952-048078

Spark Plug

..............................................

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952-800516

952-093094

952-055026

952-055028

952-030116 952-030013 952-006315

952-062003

952-030037

NOTES

Fuel & Oil Caps

Air Filter......................................................530-023791

2-cycle Engine Oil

3.2 02.-40:1

8 02.-40:1 ................................................ 952-030128

Bar & Chain Lubricant

32 02....................................................... 952-030129

1 gal.........................................................952-030130

Chain Brake Kit Illustrated Parts List

Model 1800,1800 Super, 2000 & 2000 AV 530-066069

Model 2300 AV, 2300 CVA

Operators Manual....................................... 530-067580

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952-010436

952-030133

952-069201

530-064828

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PARTS AND SERVICE

Your Poulan® AA/eed Eater® product has been expertly engineered and carefully

manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with ail mechanical products, some

adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your tool. FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS:

1. Consult your dealer/place of purchase.

2. Consult the yellow pages of your phone directory for the name of the nearest Poulan/Weed Eater Master Service Dealer(under “saws” for Chain Saws or under “lawnmowers” for Trimmers, Brushcutters and Blowers),

3. For replacement parts, have available the following information.

a. Description of the tool. b. Model number. c. Part Number or description of part.

NOTE; Poulan/Weed Eater Division provides parts and service through its

authorized distributors and dealers; therefore, all requests for parts and

service should be directed to your local dealer(s). The philosophy of

Poulan/Weed Eater Division is to continually improve all of its products. If the operating characteristics or the apperance of your product differs from

those described in this Operator’s Manual, please contact your local

Poulan/Weed Eater Dealerforupdated information and assistance. Always update your tool when improvements are made available, especially those related to safety. Parts and repair service are not available directly from Poulan/Weed Eater Division White Consolidated Industries, Inc.

POULAN/WEED EATER

DIVISION WHITE CONSOLIDATED INDUSTRIES, INC. Shreveport, Louisiana 71139-9329

530-067580-8-04/18/91

Poulan 2300 AV User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION

REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK

MAINTAIN CONTROL

SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION (continued)

KNOW YOUR SAW

PLAN AHEAD

AVOID REACTIVE FORCES

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

CARRY AND STORE YOUR SAW SAFELY

KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW

A, INTRODUCTION

B. KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

C. STATE AND LOCAL REQUIREMENTS.

D. CARTON CONTENTS

PREPARING YOUR SAW FOR USE

A. GETTING READY

2. HAVE THE FOLLOWING AVAILABLE: a. Protective gloves.

C. ATTACHING THE BAR AND CHAIN

or operating your saw. The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving!

D. CHAIN TENSION

The chain stretches during use* especially when new. Check tension:

E. FUELING YOUR ENGINE

F. BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICANT

USINO YOUR SAW

A. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

TYPES OF CUTTING

A. BASIC CUTTING TECHNIQUE

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

C. BUCKING

5. BUCKING —USING A STAND (Figure 27):

O. DEBRANCHING AND PRUNING

2. PRUNING

A WARNING

1. OEBRANCHING

A WARNING

2. GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE

B. SPARK ARRESTOR

• Replacethesparkarrestorifbreaksoccur,

с. STARTER ROPE

A WARNING

AIR FILTER

F. STORAGE

G. TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

H. MAINTENANCE CHART

POULAN® ACCESSORIES