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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
ENGLISH
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PP4620AVX
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las a dvertencias e enstrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Poulan PRO
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
6150 McLaughlin Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2
Poulan PRO
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
545123817 8/25/06
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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
WARNING! This chain
saw can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause
serious or even fatal injury.
Always wear appropriate earprotection, eye protection and head protection.
XX_
Measured maximum kickback value without chain brake for the bar
and chain combination on the label.
Starting Reminder
Move ON/STOP switch to
the ON position.
Pull choke/fast idle lever
out to the full extent (to
the FULL CHOKE position).
Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the chain saw.
Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.
WARNING! 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 serious injury.
Push the choke/fast idle
lever in to the HALF
CHOKE position.
Pull the starter rope sharply
with your right hand until
the engine starts.
Pull the starter rope
sharply 5 times with your
right hand.
SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Always disconnec t
spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs except carburetor
adjustments.
Because a chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting 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
S Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instructions before attempting to use the unit.
S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
who understand and can follow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instructions found in this manual.
S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed
safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves;
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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 chain saw noise can damage hearing.
Secure hair above shoulder length.
Hearing
Protection
Snug
Fitting
Clothing
Safety
Shoes
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
chain when the engine is running.
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of 30 feet (10 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.
S Do 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.
S Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance. Do not start cutting until you have a
clear work area, secure footing, and, if you
are felling trees, a planned retreat path.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
S Do not operate a chain saw with o nehand.
Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combination of these persons may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for
two-handed use.
S Operate the chain saw only in a well-venti-
lated outdoor area.
S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a
tree.
S 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.
S 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 completed.
S Stop the engine before setting the saw
down.
S Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-
aged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Always
replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain
brake immediately if it becomes damaged,
broken or is otherwise removed.
Safety Hat
Eye
Protection
Heavy Duty
Gloves
Safety Chaps
S 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
S 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.
S Make certain the saw chain stops moving
when the throttle trigger is released. For
correction, refer to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS.
S Never modify your saw in any way.
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil
or fuel mixture.
S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-
teners securely tightened.
S Use only Poulan PRO accessories and
replacement parts as recommended.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CA UT ION
S Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the saw.
S Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.
There should beno smoking, open flames,
or work that could cause sparks. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
S 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.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel-
ing site before starting engine.
S 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.
S Store theunit and fuelin 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 uppertip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch, or
when the wood closes in and pinches the
saw chain in thecut. Contacting a foreignobject in the wood can also result in loss of
chain saw control.
S Rotational Kickback canoccur when the
moving chain contacts an object at the upper 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 toward the operator.
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S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the
A
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 inthe opposite direction of the
chain rotation. The saw is driven straight
back toward the operator.
S 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 s aw forward and away
from the operator and could easily cause the
operator to lose control of the saw.
Avoid Pinch--Kickback:
S Be extremely aware of situations or ob-
structions that can cause material to pinch
the top of or otherwise stop the chain.
S Do not cut more than one log at a time.
S Do not twist the saw as the bar is with-
drawn from an undercut when bucking.
Avoid Pull--In:
S Always begin cutting with the engine at full
speed and the saw housing against wood.
S Use wedges made of plastic or wood.
Never use metal to hold the cut open.
Kickback Path
void Obstructions
Clear The
Working Area
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK
S Recognize that kickback can happen.
With a basic understanding of kickback,
you can reduce the element of surprise
which contributes to accidents.
S Never let the moving chain contact any ob-
ject at the tip of the guide bar.
S Keep the working area free from obstruc-
tions such as other trees, branches, rocks,
fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid
any obstruction that your saw chain could
hit while you are cutting. When cutting a
branch, do not let the guide bar contact
branch or other objects around it.
S Keep your saw chain sharp and properly
tensioned. A loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback occurring.
Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening
and maintenance instructions. Check tension at regular intervals with the engine
stopped, never with the engine running.
Make sure the chain brake nuts are securely tightened after tensioning the chain.
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If
the chain is moving at a slower speed, there
is greater chance of kickback occurring.
S Cut one log at a time.
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a
previous cut.
S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of
the bar (plunge cuts).
S Watch for shifting logs or other forces that
could close a cut and pinch or fall into
chain.
S Use the Reduced-- Kickback Guide Bar
and Low-- Kickback Chain specified for
your saw.
MAINTAIN CONTROL
Stand to the
left of the saw
Thumb on
underside of
handlebar
Never reverse
hand positions
Elbow locked
Thumb on underside of
handlebar
S 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 encircling and
your left thumb under the front handlebar.
Keep your right hand completely around the
rear handle whether your are right handed or
left handed. Keep your left arm straight with
the elbow locked.
S 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.
S Stand withyour weight evenly balanced on
both feet.
S Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to
keep your body from being in a direct line
with the cutting chain.
S Do not overreach. Y ou could be drawn or
thrown off balance and lose control of the
saw.
S Do not cut above shoulderheight. It is diffi-
cult to maintain control of saw above
shoulder height.
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KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
K
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, donot rely only onsafety devices. You must follow all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in this
manual to help avoid kickback and other
forces which can result in serious injury.
S 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 reduce the number and seriousness of kickbacks when tested in accordance with
safety requirements for gasoline powered
chain saws as set by ANSI B175.1.
ickback Symmetrical Guide Bar
Reduced
Small Radius Tip
Symmetrical Guide Bar
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a
contoured depth gauge and guard link
which deflect kickback force and allow
wood togradually ride into the cutter.Low-Kickback Chain has met kickback performance requirements when tested on a
representative sample of chain saws below 3.8 cubic inch displacement specified
in ANSI B175.1.
L o w --- K i c k b ac k
Chain
N o t a Lo w --- Ki c k ba c k Ch a in
S Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce the
chance of your left hand contacting the chain
if your hand slips off the front handlebar.
S 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 kickback occurs.
Contoured D epth Gauge
Large Radius Tip
Elongated Guard Link
Deflects
kickback force
and allows wood
to gradually ride
into cutter
Can Obstruct Material
CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE
S Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in
the event of kickback.
WARNING: WE DO NOT REP-
RESENT AND YOU SH O ULD NOT ASSUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL
PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A
KICKBACK. Kickback is a lightning fast action which throws the bar and rotating chain
back and up toward the operator. Kickback
can be caused by allowing contact of the bar
tip in the danger zone with any hard object.
Kickback can also becaused by pinching the
saw chain along thetop of theguide bar. This
action may push the guide bar rapidly back
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
CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK. Reduced-- kickback guide bars and low--kickback saw chains reduce the chance and
magnitude of kickback and are recommended. Your saw has a low kickback chain
and bar as original equipment. Repairs on a
chain brake should be made by an authorized servicing dealer. Take your unit to the
place of purchase if purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized
master service dealer.
S Tip contact in some cases may cause a
lightning fast reverse REACTION, kicking
the guide bar up and back toward the operator.
S Pinching the saw chain alongthe top of the
guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back toward the operator.
S Either of these reactions maycause you to
lose control of the saw which could result
in serious injury.Do not rely exclusively
upon the safety devices built into your saw.
WARNING: Computed kickback
angle (CKA) listed on your saw and listed in
the CKA table below represents angle of
kickback your bar and chain combinations
will have when tested in accordance with
CSA (Canadian Standards Association) and
ANSI standards. When purchasing replacement bar and chain, considerations should
be given to the lower CKA values. Lower
CKA values represent safer angles to the
user, higher values indicate more angle and
higher kick energies. Computed angles represented in the non-activated column 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 brake and resulting kick angle of saw.
In all cases lower CKA values represent a
safer operating environment for the user.
The following guide bar and chain combinations meet kickback requirements of CSA
Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on
saws listed in this manual. Use of bar and
chain combinations other than those listed is
not recommended and may not meet the
CKA requirements per standard.
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Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table
BAR
MODEL
PP4620AVX
NOTE: If this saw isto be used for commer-
cial logging, a chain brake is required and
shall not be removed or otherwise disabled
to comply with Federal OSHA Regulations
for Commercial Logging.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints 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 joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek
medical attention. 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.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
P/N Length CHAIN P/N
952044815 20″ 952051310 31_
ASSEMBLY
CKA without chain brake
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion engines
to be equippedwith a spark arrestingscreen.
If y ou operatea chain saw in a state orlocale
where such regulations exist, you are legally
responsible for maintaining the operating
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is
a violation of the law . Refer to the SERVICE
section for maintenance of the spark
arresting screen.
Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury. If situations
occur which are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgement. If you need
assistance, contact your authorized service
dealer or call 1-800-- 554--6723.
STAN DARDS: This saw is listed by Under-
writer’s Laboratories, Inc. in accordance with:
ANSI B175.1--2000 American National
Standards for Gasoline--Powered Chain
Saws -- Safety Requirements
CSA Z62.1--1995 Chain Saws -- Occupational Health and Safety
CSA Z62.3--1996 Chain Saw Kickback Occupational Health and Safety
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING THE BUMPER
SPIKE
(If not already attached)
The bumper spike may be used as a pivot
when making a cut.
1. Loosen andremove bar knob completely
by lifting lever and turning counterclockwise.
2. Remove clutch cover.
3. Attach the bumper spike with the two
screws as illustrated.
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not
already attached)
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Always wear gloves when handling the
chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you
even when it is not moving!
1. Loosen andremove bar knob completely
by lifting lever and turning counterclockwise.
LOOSEN
2. Remove clutch cover. Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if present).
3. Slide guide bar on bar bolts until guide
bar stops against clutch drum sprocket.
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4. Carefully remove the chain from the pack age. Hold chain with the driv e links as
shown.
Tip of
Bar
Checking the tension:
Use a screwdriver to move chain around guide
bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too tight. If
too loose, the chain will sag below the bar.
Guide bar
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIIRECTION OF ROTATION
Cutters
5. Place chain over and behind clutch retainer, fitting the drive links in the clutch
drum sprocket.
6. Fit bottom of drive links between the
teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the
guide bar.
7. Fit chain drive links into bar groove.
8. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug
in guide bargroove. Ensure all drive links
are in the bar groove.
9. Install clutch cover. Be sure adjusting pin is
in the adjusting pin hole in the guide bar.
CAUTION: It is very important when instal-
ling the clutch cover that the adjusting pin
aligns into the adjusting pin hole in the bar. Failure to install the clutch cover correctly may result in permanent damage to your chain saw.
Adjusting pin
10. Install bar knob and finger tighten only.
Do not tighten any further at this point.
Once the chain is tensioned, you will
need to tighten the bar knob.
Drive Links
Depth Gauge
Back
view of
clutch
cover
CHAIN TENSION (Including units with
chain already installed)
NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,
make sure the bar knob is loosened 1 ½ -- 2
turns. Attempting to tension the chain when
the bar knob is tight can cause damage.
Adjusting
wheel
Bar knob
Screwdriver
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.
1. Lift lever on bar knob and turn counter -
clockwise 1 ½ -- 2 turns to loosen clutch
cover .
LOOSEN
2. Turn adjusting wheel (downward direction) to tension chain until chain solidly
contacts bottom of guide bar rail. Lift tip
of guide bar while adjusting tension.
Tighten
chain
3. Use a screwdriver to move chain around
guide bar to ensure all links are in bar
groove.
4. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar
knob securely (clockwise). Hand tight-
en only!
Loosen
chain
Adjusting Wheel
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WARNING: Failure to push lever on
bar knob down to closed/locked position
could result in serious personal injury or
damage to your chain saw.
6. Use a screwdriver to move chain around
guide bar.
7. If chain does not rotate, it is too tight.
Loosen bar knob 1 turn (counterclock-
5. Push lever on bar knob down to return lever to closed/locked position.
TIGHTEN
wise); then, loosen chain by turning the
adjusting wheel
tion). Retighten bar knob.
8. If chain is too loose, it will sag below the
guide bar. DO NOT operate the saw if the
chain is loose.
WARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.
1
/4turn (upward direc-
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR 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.
Front Handle
Starter Rope
ON/STOP
Switch
Chain
Front Hand Guard
Muffler
Bar Sprocket
Hole
Rear
Handle
Throttle
Trigger
Throttle
Lock--out
Choke/Fast
Idle Lever
Bar Oil
Fill Cap
Cylinder Cover
Clutch
Cover
Adjusting
Wheel
Starter Housing
Chain Brake
Chain
Catcher
Bar
Knob
8
Fuel Mix Fill Cap
Guide Bar
Direction
of Chain
Travel
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ON/STOP SWITCH
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the
engine.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine
speed.
T HR O T TL E L O C K --- OU T
The THROTTLE LOCK --OUT must be
pressed before you can squeeze the throttle
trigger. This feature prevents you from accidentally squeezing the trigger.
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
The choke and fast idle speed areset by pulling the CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER outfully
for cold or for refueled starting. The choke
provides additional fuel to the engine during
cold starting.
FUELING & LUBRICATION
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow-
ly when refueling.
HELPFUL TIP
Toobtain thecorrect oil mix
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of
2--cycle synthetic oil into
one gallon of fresh gas.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be
mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle
air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a
ratio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand
synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gasoline
and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained
by mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of
unleaded gasoline. Included with this saw is a
3.2 ounce container of oil. Pour the entire
contents of this container into 1 gallon 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 is
thoroughly 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 lubrication. Lubrication is provided by the automatic oiler system when the oil tank is kept
filled. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and
chain. Too little oil will cause overheating
shown by smoke coming from the chain and/
or discoloration of the bar.
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 ifthe front hand guardis 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 30 minutes of operation. You should
check your chain tension frequently. See
CHAIN TENSION in 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.
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 theoil system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
Genuine Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and
chain oilis recommended to protect your unit
against excessive wear from heat and
friction. Poulan or Poulan PRO oil resists
high temperature thinning. If Poulan or
Poulan PRO bar and chain oil is not
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
S Never use waste oilfor bar and chainlubri-
cation.
S 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 additional information.
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STARTING
f
WARNING: The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
To stop the engine move the ON/STOP
switch to the STOP position.
To start the engine hold the saw firmly on
the ground as illustrated. Make sure the
chain is free to turn without contacting any
object.
Use only 15″ --- 18 ″ ( 4 0 --- 4 5 c m ) o
per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
Starter rope handle
Right foot through rear handle
IMPORT ANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When pulling the starter rope, do not use the
full extent of the rope as this can cause the
rope to break. Do not let starter rope snap
back. Holdthe handle and let the rope rewind
slowly.
For cold weather starting, start the unit at
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up
before squeezing the throttle trigger.
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/
fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE position.
HELPFUL TIP
If your engine still does not
start after following these
instructions, please call
1--800-- 554--6723.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
NOTE:
choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full
extent, the correct throttle setting forstarting
is set automatically.
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
2. Pull the choke/fast idlelever outto the full
3. Pull starter rope quickly with your right
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying
to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling and
immediately proceed to the next step.
4. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the
In the following steps, when the
tion.
extent (to the FULL CHOKE position).
hand a maximum of 5 times. Then, proceed to the next step.
HALF CHOKE position.
rope
Left hand
on front
handle
5. Pull the starter rope quickly with your
right hand until the engine starts.
6. Allow the engine to run for approximately
30 seconds. Then, squeeze and release
throttle trigger to allow engine to return to
idle speed.
ON/STOP SWITCH
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
FULL HALF OFF
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move ON/ S TOP swi t chto the ONpositio n .
2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the
HALF CHOKE position.
3. Pull the starter rope quickly with your right
hand until the engine starts.
4. Squeeze and release the throttle trigger
to allow engine to return to idle speed.
DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a
flooded engine)
The engine may be flooded 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. Ensure the ON/STOP
switch is in the ON position.
Starting could require many pulls depending on
how badly unit is flooded. If engine still fails to
start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
or call 1-800-554-6723.
CHAIN BRAKE
WARNING: If the brake band is worn
too thin it may break when the chain brake is
triggered. With a broken brake band, the chain
brake will not stop the chain. The c hain brake
should be replaced by an authorized 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 authorized service dealer. Take your unit to the place of purchase if
purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the
nearest authorized master service dealer.
S This saw is equipped with a chain brake.
The brake is designed to stop the chain if
kickback occurs.
S The inertia-- activated chain brake is
activated if the front hand guard is pushed
forward, either manually (by hand) or
automatically (by sudden movement).
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S If the brake is already activated, it is
disengaged by pulling thefront hand guard
back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
S When cutting with the saw,the chainbrake
must be disengaged.
Disengaged
Engaged
Braking function control
CAUTION:
checked several times daily. The engine must
be running when performing this procedure.
This is the only instance when the saw should
be placed on the ground with the engine running.
The chain brake must be
CUTTING METHODS
Place the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear
handle with your right hand and the fronthandle 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
WARNING: When performing the
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 ofthe saw to let the tip of the guidebar
fall forward and contact the stump. When the
tip of the bar hits thestump, the brake should
activate.
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Check chain tension before first use and
after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN
TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section.
S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,
masonry, non-wood building materials ,
etc.
S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign
object. Inspect the saw and repair or replace parts as necessary.
S 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.
S Practice cutting a few small logs using the
following techniques to get the “feel” of using your saw before you begin a major
sawing operation.
S Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow the
engine to reach full speed before cutting.
S Begin cutting with the saw frame
against the log.
S Keep the engine at full speed the entire
time you are cutting.
S Allow the chainto cut for you. Exert only
light downward pressure. If you force
the cut, damageto the bar,chain, orengine can result.
S 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.
S To avoid losingcontrol whencut iscom-
plete, do notput pressure on saw at end
of cut.
S Stop the engine before setting the saw
down after cutting.
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES
WARNING: Check for broken or
dead branches which can fall while cutting
causing serious injury. Do not cut near buildings 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 bad
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.
S Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance.
S Clear thework area. You needa clear area
all around the tree so you can have secure
footing.
S Study the natural conditions that can
cause the tree to fall in a particular direc-
tion.
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to
fall in a particular direction include:
S The wind direction and speed.
S 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.
S Weight and branches on one side.
S Surrounding trees and obstacles.
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
lengths from the nearest person or other objects. Engine noise can drown out a warning
call.
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, andwire from the tree where cuts are to
be made.
Plan a clear retreat pathto the rear and diagonal to the line of fall.
2-1/2 tree
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Plan a clear retreat path
Direction of Fall
45_
FELLING LARGE TREES (6 inches
(15 cm) 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 desired 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 thembefore making the notch. If using saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw
chain from contacting ground to prevent dulling of the chain.
NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE
TREE
S Make notch cut by cutting the top of the
notch first. Cut through
of the tree. Next complete the notch by cutting the bottom of the notch. See illustration. Once the notch is cut, remove the
notch of wood from the tree.
Final cut here. 2 inches above
center of notch.
First cut
Notch
Second cut
S After removing the wood from the notch,
make thefelling cut on the opposite side of
the notch. This is done by making a cut
about two inches higher than the center of
the notch. This will leave enough uncut
wood betweenthe fellingcut and the notch
to form a hinge. This hinge will help prevent the tree from falling in the wrong direction.
Hinge holds tree on stump and helps
control fall
1/3 of the diameter
Opening
of felling
cut
NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use
wedges to open the cut when necessary to
control the direction offall. To avoid kickback
and chain damage, use wood or plastic
wedges, but never steel or iron wedges.
S Bealerttosignsthatthetreeisreadytofall:
cracking sounds, widening of the felling cut,
or movement in the upper branches.
S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down,
and get away quickly on your planned re-
treat path.
S 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 thesaw aside and pulldown 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 stand 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
S Cut only one log at a time.
S Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp
pieces ofwood could beflung towardoper-
ator.
S Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never
allow another person to hold the log while
cutting andnever hold the log with your leg
or foot.
S 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 resulting
in injury and/or damage to the saw. Stop the
saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the
cut until the saw can be removed easily. Restart thesaw and carefully reenter thecut. To
avoid kickback and chain damage, do not
use ametal wedge. Do not attempt to restart
your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log.
Useawedgetoremovepinchedsaw
Closing of
notch
Turn sa w
wooden wedge to force cut open.
Overcutting begins on thetop sideof the log
with the bottom of the saw against the log.
When overcutting use light downward pressure.
OFF and use a plastic or
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Overcutting Undercutting
st
1
Cut
Undercutting involves cutting on the underside ofthe logwith topof saw against the log.
When undercutting use light upward pressure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control.
The saw will tend to push back toward you.
WARNING: Never turn saw upside
down to undercut. The saw cannot be controlled in this position.
Always make your first cut on the compression side of the log. Thecompression side of
the log is where the pressure of the log’s
weight is concentrated.
First cut on compression side of log
Second cut
Second cut
First cut on compression side of log
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
S Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the
log.
S Roll the log over and finish with a second
overcut.
S Watch for logs with a compression side to
prevent the saw from pinching. See illustrations for cutting logs with a compression side.
BUCKING USING A LOG OR
SUPPORT STAND
S Remember your first cut is always on the
compression side of the log. (Refer to the
illustrations belowfor yourfirst andsecond
cut)
S Your first cut should extend
diameter of the log.
S Finish with your second cut.
Usingalogforsupport
nd
2
1/3 of the
Cut
1stCut
2ndCut
Using a support stand
Using a support stand
nd
2
Cut
1stCut
1stCut
nd
Cut
2
LIMBING AND PRUNING
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 limbing or pruning. Allowing such contact canresult in serious injury.
WARNING: 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
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot-
ing and balance.
S Watch out for springpoles. Use extreme
caution when cutting small size limbs.
Slender material may catch the saw chain
and be whipped toward you or pull you off
balance.
S Be alert for springback. Watch out for
branches that are bent or und er pressure.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the
saw when the tension in the wood fibers is
released.
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
LIMBING
S Always limb atree after it is cut down. Only
then can limbing be done safely and prop-
erly.
S Leave the larger limbs underneath the
felled tree to support the tree as you work.
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S Start at the base of the felled tree and work
toward the top, cutting branches and
limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut.
S Keep the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.
S Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described inBUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
S Always use an overcut to cut small and
freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could
cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.
PRUNING
WARNING: 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.
SERVICE
S Make your fist cut
the bottom of the limb.
S Next makea 2nd cut all the way through
the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving
a 1 to2 inch collar fromthe truck of the tree.
Third cut
Collar
1/3 of the way through
Second cut
First cut
Pruning technique
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized service dealer.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the recommended maintenance
described in the instruction
manual performed by an
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work on the
product, Poulan PRO may not pay for
repairs under warranty. It is your responsibility to maintain and perform
general maintenance.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check:
Fuel mixture level Before each use....
Bar lubrication Before each use.......
Chain tension Before each use.......
Chain sharpness Before each use....
For damaged parts Before each use..
For loose caps Before each use......
For loose fasteners Before each use...
For loose parts Before each use......
Inspect and Clean:
Bar Before each use................
Complete saw After each use.......
Air filter Every 5 hours*.............
Chain brake Every 5 hours*........
Spark arresting screen
and muffler Every 25 hours*.........
Replace spark plug Ye arly.
Replace fuel filter Yea r ly...
*HoursofOperation
authorized service dealer.
AIR FILTER
CAUTION
or other flammable solvent to avoid creating
a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions.
: Do not clean filter in gasoline
Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after 15
tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation, whichever comes first. Clean more frequently in
dusty conditions. A used aire filter can never
be completely cleaned. It is advisable to replace your air filter with anew one after every
50 hours ofoperation, or annually,whichever
comes first.
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
2. Remove cylinder cover.
3. Remove air filter.
4. Clean the airfilter using hot soapy water.
Rinse with clean cool water. Air dry completely before reinstalling.
5. Reinstall air filter.
6. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws.
TIghten securely.
Air Filter
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 if breaks
occur.
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CLEANING THE SPARK
ACK
ARRESTING SCREEN
Clean every 25 hours of operation or annually,
whichever comes first.
Steel
Backplate
Muffler
Muffler
Bolts
Aluminum
Backplate
1. Loosen and remove the 3 cylinder cover
screws. Remove the cylinder cover.
2. Pull off the spark plug boot.
3. Loosen and remove the locknut from the
bolt cover. Remove the bolt cover.
4. Loosen and remove the 2 muf fler bolts.
Remove themuffler and backplates. Notice the orientation of these parts for reassembling.
5. Locate the 2 outlet cover screws on the
muffler. Loosen and remove both
screws. Remove the outlet cover and
spark arresting screen.
Outlet Cover
Screws
6. Clean the spark arresting screen with a
wire brush. Replace screen if any wires
are broken or screen is blocked after
cleaning.
7. Reinstall spark arresting screen.
8. Reinstall outlet cover and 2 screws. Ensure outlet cover and both screws arereinstalled correctly to prevent damage to
the saw (see illustrations). The exhaust
outlets must face the chain brake (bar
side) of the saw.
Muffler
Gasket
B
VIEW OF MUFFLER
Spark Arresting
Screen
Bolt Cover
Outlet Cover
Locknut
Muffler
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: The chain will be mov-
ing during most of this procedure. Wear your
protective equipment and observe all safety
precautions. The chain must notmove at idle
speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if
you notice any of the following conditions:
S Chain moves at idle. See IDLE SPEED--T
adjusting procedure.
S 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).
S Turn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to in-
crease engine speed.
S Turn idle speed screw (T) counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed.
If you require further assistance or are unsure
about performing this procedure, contact your
authorized s ervice dealer or call
1-- 800--554- -6723.
BAR MAINTENANCE
If your saw cuts to one side, has to be forced
through thecut, or been run with animproper
amount of bar lubrication it may be necessary toservice your bar. A worn bar willdamage 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:
S Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-
tion.
S Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and
chain brake. Remove bar and chain from
saw.
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each
5 hours of operation.
Remove Sawdust From
Guide Bar Groove
Oil Holes
S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal
Exhaust Outlets
Exhaust Outlets must face
chain brake (bar side) of chain saw
9. Inspect the muffler gasket and replace if
damaged.
10. Reinstall backplates, muffler gasket and
muffler using muf fler bolts. TIghten until
secure.
11. Reinstall bolt cover and locknut.
12. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
13. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3
screws. Tighten securely.
process of rail wear. Remove these burrs
with a flat file.
S When rail top is uneven, use aflat fileto re-
store square edges and sides.
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
File Rail Edges
and Sides
Square
Correct GrooveWorn Groove
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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.
STORAGE
5. Replace with Champion RCJ --7Y spark
plug and tighten with a 3/4 inch (19 mm)
socket wrench. Tighten securely. Spark
plug gap should be 0.025 inch (0.6 mm).
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
7. Reinstall thecylinder cover and 3screws
Tighten securely.
Spark Plug Boot
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow the engine to cool, and secure the
unit before storing or transporting.
S Store chain saw and fuel in a well venti-
lated area where fuel vapors cannot reach
sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store chain saw with all guards in place
and position chain saw so that any sharp
object cannot accidentally cause injury.
S Store chain saw well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the
season or if it will not be used for 30 days or
more.
If your chain saw is to be stored for a period
of time:
S Clean saw thoroughly before storage.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and
guide bar.
S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or
cloth.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERATION section of this manual, see message
labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of
gasohol in your chain saw.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage container.
Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer containers. Run engine at least 5 minutes
after adding stabilizer.
Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycle engine
oil (air cooled) is blended with fuel stabilizer.
If you do not use this oil, you can add a fuel
stabilizer to your fuel tank.
HELPFUL TIP
During storage of your gas/
oil mixture, the oil will separate from the gas.
We recommend that you
shake the gas can weekly
to insure proper blending of
the gas and oil.
ENGINE
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon
of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled)
through the spark plug opening. Slowly
pull the starter rope 8to 10times to distribute oil.
S Replace spark plug with new one of rec-
ommended type and heat range.
S Clean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline
to oil ratio.
OTHER
S Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to
rust.
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TROUBLESHOOTING T A BLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
the rec ommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
Chain moves
at idle speed.
1. Ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. Too much oil mixed with
gasoline.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair.
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See “Difficult Starting” in
Operation Section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Poulan PRO warrants to the original purchas-
er that each new Poulan PRO brand gasoline
chain saw is free from defects in material and
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace
under this warranty any defective gasoline
chain saw as follows from the original date of
purchase.
2 YEARS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
Household purposes.
60 DA YS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
Commercial, Professional, or Income Producing purposes.
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor , if used for rental
purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does not
cover damage or liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance, or the use of
accessories and/or attachments not specifically recommended by Poulan PRO for this chain
saw. Additionally, this warranty does not cover
damage caused by improper handling, improper maintenance, or if the saw is altered in any
way which in our judgement affects its condition or operation. This warranty does not cover
tune- -up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes,
starter springs, chain sharpening, bars, chains,
and other parts which wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty perio d. This warranty doe s not cover pre-
delivery set -- up, installation of guide bar and
chain, and normal adjustments 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 STA TE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY STIPULA TED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMIT ATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMI TATIO NS OF INC IDE NTAL OR C O NSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously
improve its products. Therefore, Poulan PRO
reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue models, designs, specifications, and accessories of all products at any time without
notice or obligation to any purchaser.
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U.S. EPA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The U. S. Environmental
Protection Agency, Environment Canada
and Poulan/WEED EA TER are pleased to
explain the emissions control system warranty on your year 2005 and later small off-road engine. Poulan/WEED EATER must
warrant the emission control system on your
small off--road engine for the periods of time
listed below provided there has been no
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of
your small off--road engine. Your emission
control system includes parts such as the
carburetor and the ignition system. Where a
warrantable condition exists, Poulan/WEED
EATER will repair yoursmall off-- road engine
at no cost to you. Expenses covered under
warranty include diagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any emissions related part on
your engine (as listed under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is defective or a defect in the materials or workmanship of the
engine causes the failure of such an emission related part, the part will be repaired or
replaced by Poulan/WEED EATER. OWN-
ER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As the small off-- road engine owner, you are
responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your instruction
manual. Poulan/WEED EATER recommends that you retain all receipts covering
maintenance on your small of f-- road engine,
but Poulan/WEED EATER cannot deny warranty solely for the lack ofreceipts or for your
failure to ens ure the performance of all
scheduled maintenance. As the small off-road engine owner,you shouldbe awarethat
Poulan/WEED EATER may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-- road engine
or a part of it has failed due to abuse, neglect,
improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or the use of parts not made or approved by the original equipment manufacturer. You are responsible for presenting
your small off-- road engine to an Poulan/
WEED EATER authorized repair center as
soon as a problem exists. 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/WEED 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 COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-
placement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner at an
approved Poulan/WEED EATER servicing
center. If you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibilities,
you should contact your nearest authorized
service center or call Poulan/WEED EATER
at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY PE-
RIOD: 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
replace as necessary” shall be warranted for
2 years. Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of
time up to the first scheduled replacement
point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner
shall not be charged for diagnostic labor
which leads to the determination that a warranted partis defective ifthe diagnostic work
is performed at an approved Poulan/WEED
EATER servicing center. CONSEQUEN-
TIAL 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
PAR TS: The use ofadd-- on or modified parts
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty
claim. Poulan/WEED EATER is not liable to
cover failures of warranted parts caused by
the use of add--on or modified parts. HOW
TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call
Poulan/WEED EATER at 1--800-- 554-- 6723.
WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:
Warranty services or repairs shall be provided at all Poulan/WEED EATER service
centers. Call 1-- 800-- 554--6723. MAINTE-
NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR
OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any
Poulan/WEED EATER approved replacement part used in the performance of any
warranty maintenance or repair on emission
related parts will be provided without charge
to the owner if the part is under warranty.
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
PAR TS LI ST: Carburetor, Ignition System:
Spark Plug (covered up to maintenance
schedule), Ignition Module. MAINTE-
NANCE STATEMENT: The owner is responsible for the performance of all required
maintenance as defined in the instruction
manual.
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The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.
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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