Poulan PRO 305 User Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL Da Not Throw Aw»

PRO

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

POULANPRO

^tooyeport, 71139^9329

A WARNING:

Ca^fully i^ad the Operator's Manual an4 follow all Warnings and Safety lU'^ stiinctionsv to do SO cap x’esult

in seHous

Always Wear Eye Protectioii

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECmCATIONS r . . . . / 2

SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION KNOW YOUR UNIT ASSEMBLY

A. Getting Ready............... ..

B. Attaching the Spur (Optional) G. Attaching the Bar and Chain D. Chain Tension

PREPARING YOUR SÀW FOR USE .

A. Fuel Saffety ... ^¿9

B. Fuel Mixture ....... . ^

0. Usé The Following Only .............. i., 9

D. Do Not ÜseTlie FbÜp^ . ;......... . . ..

E. Howto Mix Fuel and Fill Thnk ................... 9

E Bar and Chain Oil

USINGYOURSAW

A. Pre-Operation Checks

B. Starting Instructions...................................... 11

Throttle Lock Lock-out

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Throttle

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Handlebar

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Hand Guard

T Guide Bar

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8 8

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TYPES OF CUTTING.......................................... 12

A. Basic Cutting Technique

B. Tree Felling Techniques C. Bucking D. Debranching and Pruning

GENERAL MAINTENANCE ............... 16

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

B. Spark Arrestor

C. Starter Rope................................................... 18

D. Carburetor AdjiKtments.................................19

E. Air Filter

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

G. Trouble Shooting Chart H. Maintenance Chart

ACCESSORIES PARTS & SERVICE

Reduced Kickback

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READ

SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION

FREQUENTLY

Back Cover

.20

Starter

Rear Handle

Oil Gap

Handle

Fuel Cap

Start/Stop

Switch

Choke Knob

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL:

DISPLACEMENT:

GUIDE BAR 18”: 18” Guide Bar —Part No. 952-044375

CHAIN 18”: .325 Pitch, P33S-72 — Part No. 952-051321

GUIDE BAR 16”:

CHAIN 16”:

GUIDE BAR 20”:

CHAIN 20”:

SPARKPLUG:

SPARK PLUG GAP.

IGNITION:

MODULE AIR GAP:

OILER: FUEL MIX: MUFFLER:

:■ 285 ■ ■ ■

2.8 cu. in. (46cc)

16” Guide Bar—Part No, 952-044372

.325 Pitch, P33S-66 — Pert No. 952-051320

20” Guide Bar — Phrt No. 952-044377

.325 Pitch, P33S-78 — Part No. 952-051322

Champion (C)J-4)

.025”

Solid State

.008” to .014”

Adjustable Automatic

Gaspline/Oil Mixture - 40:1 (see “Fueling Your Engine”)

Temperature Limiting/Spark Arresting

305

3.0 cu. in. (49cc)

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WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(See Additional Safety Instructions throug^hout this Manual)

GUARD AGAINST KICKBAGK

^ckback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious in jury. Do not rely only on the safety devices provided with your saw. As a chain saw user, you must take special safety

recautions to help keep your cutting jobs free from acci-

ent or iniuiy.

!^cKback occur when the moving chain con tacts ^ olnect at the upper portion of the tip of the goide bar or when the wood closes in and pincnes 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, which stops the chain for an instant. The result is a lightning fast j reverse reaction which kicks the

lide 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 rapidly dnven back to ward the operator. Either of these reactions cap cause loss of saw control which can result in seri ous injury

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A KICKBACK WARNING

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REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK

Recognize that kickback can happen. With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents.

Never let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the guide ban Figure 1.

Keep the working area free from obstructions such as other trees, brandies, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Figure 2, Eliminate or avoid any obstruction that your saw chain cotdd hit while you áre cutting

throu^ a particular log or branch,

^ep your saw chain sharp and properly ten sioned. A loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback to occur. Follow manufacturer’s chain

shaipening and maintenance instructions. Check tension at regular intervals with the engine stopped, never with the engine running. Make sure the bar clamp nuts are securely ti^tened after tensioning the cnain.

Begin and continue cutting at full throttle. If

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

Cut one log at a time.

Use extreme caution when re-entering a pre

7. vious cut.

Do not attempt plunge cuts. Watch for shifting logs or other forces that could

9. close a cut and pinch or fall into chain.

lO^Use the Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar and Low-Kickback Chain specified for your saw;

MAEVTAIN CONTROL

Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both

hands ^cmen the engine is running and don’t let go. Figure 3 . A &m grip can neutralize kick-

Clear The Working Area

Never Reverse Hand Positions

Figures

Stand To The Left Of The Saw

Elbow Locked

Thumb On Under Side Of Handlebar

hand completely around the rear handle whether

. your

your are right handed or left handed. Keepyourleft arm straight with the elbow locked.

2. Position your left hand on the front handlebar so it is in a straight line with your right hand on the rear handle when making bucking cuts. Figure 3 . Never reverse right ana left hand posi tions for any t3pe of cutting.

3. Stand with your weight evenly balanced on

both feet.

4i. Stand slightly to the left ride of the saw to

keep your body from being in a direct line with the cutting chain. Figure 3 .

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

6., Do not cut above shoulder height. It is difficult to maintain control of the saw above shoulder height

^' places the moving chain dangerously close to

yoxu* upper body.

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WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSITIUCTIONS (continued)

A WARNING

Because a chaiu saw is a higb-sj^d wood-cuttiug tool, special safety precau tions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious ipjuiy^

Hearing Protection

Snug Fitting

Ciiothing

Safety Shoes

Figure 4

Safety Hat

Eye Protection

Heavy Duty Gloves

KNOWypUKSAW

1. Read your operator's manual carefully until you completely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before attempting to operate the unit.

Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who

imderstand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions fouhd in this manu;^.

4. Do not attempt to use your chain saw during bad weather conditions such as strong wind, rain, snow, ice, etc., or at night.

5. Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad vance. Do not start cutting tmtif you have a clear work area, secure footing, and, if you are fellingtrees, a planned retreat path.

AVOID REACTIVE FORCES

Pinch-Kickback and Pull-In occur when the chain is suddenly stopped by beingpinched, caught, or by contacting a foreign object m the wood. This sudden stopping of the chain results in a reversal of the (bain force usea to cut wood and causes the saw to move in the opposite direction of the chain rotation. Pinch-Kickbaek drives the saw straight hack 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 obstruc tions that can cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise 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 wood.

2. Use wedges made of plastic or wood, (never of metal) to hold the cut open.

PIANAHEIAD

1. Wear protective gear. Figure 4 v Always use

steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; sni^fitting cIothing;beavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protiecripn such as imn-fogging, vented ga^es or fac^ screen; an approved safety hard hat; andsound ba^^ riers-^-^ear plugs or mufflers to protc^ your hearing. Regular users shpuld have bealuig cheijied regularfy

as chain saw noise can damUge hearing

2. Kebp childreih bystanders, and animsds a minimum of 30 feet (10 Meters) away fromthe

work sp^a. Dp npt allow other people or animals to

he heah^e chain saw when souring or operaringthe

chainsaw.

not^ handde or operate a chaiu saw when

you are fatigued^ iHt oi* bpeet, pr if yOU aro un^

der the ixiiluence of alcohol, d^ tion. You must be in good physical con<htion mid mentally aleri. Chain saw work is strenuous. If you have^^^ a^ that ndght he agi^^

strenuous work, check with your doctorhefoie oper ating a chain saw.

If situations occur which are not covered in thismanual, use ettre and good judgment* Contact your Service ¿eater if " '

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in the

areas where fuel is mixe^ poured, or stored. There should he no smoking, open flames, or work that could cause sparks. Allow engine to cool before refueling.

Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare ground; store fuel in a cool, diy, well ventilated place* and use an approved, marked container for ail fuel

purposes. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw.

3. Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from the liiel-

4. ingsite before stmi;ingthe engine.

Do not smoke while handling fliel or while op

6. erating the saw.

Tiirn the engine off and let your saw cool in a

6. non--combustible area^ not on diy leaves, styaw,

paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit. Store the unit and fuel in an arm where fuel vapors

7. cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heat ers, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

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WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

1. Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, impro]^rly i^usted, or not completely and seciirmy assembled.

Operate the chain saw only in outdoor areas.

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

Position all parts of your body to the left of cut

and away from the saw chain when the engine

is running.

Cut wood on^ Do not use your saw to piy or shove away limbs, roots, or other objects.

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

Never tiy to start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut or kerf

7. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings. Slender matenal can catch

the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.

8. Be alert for sprin^ack 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 re leased.

9. Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of a cut. Applying pressure 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 aU chain saw service performed by a qualiHed service dealer with the exception of me

items listed in the maintenance section of this manu al. For example, if improper tools are used to remove

or hold the flywheel when servicing the clutch, struc tural damage to the flywheel can occur and cause the flywheel to burst.

Keep ftiel apd oil caps, screws, and fasteners securely tightened.

Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or

3. fuelmixture^

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

rection, refer to “Carburetor Adjustments.”

Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign ob

ject. Check for alignment, binding, breakage, and

mounting of moving parts and any other condition

that may affect the operation of the unit. Check guards and all other parts to see if each will operate properly and perform its intended function. Any part

that is damaged should be properly repaired or re placed by using the instructions in mis manual or by taking your unit to your Authorized Service Dealer.

6. Disconnect the spark plug before performing any maintenance except for carburetor ac(just-

ments.

7. Never modi^ your saw in any way. Use only at tachments supplied or specifically recommend^ by the manufacturer.

8. Always replace the handguard immediately if it becomes damaged, broken, or is other wise

removed,

CAIUIY AND STORE YOUR SAW SAFELY

1. Hand carry with the engine stoppe^ the

muffler away from your body, and the ^de bar

and chain to the rear covered preferably with a scab bard,

2. Before transporting in any vehicle or storing in any enclosure, allow^oursawto cool complete

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

3. Empty the hiel tank before storing the took Use up the fuel left in the carburetor bv starting flie engine and letting the engine run until it stops.

4. Store unit and hiel in a dry area out of the

reach of children. Do not store where fuel vapors

can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

NOTE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use

of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood ves sel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and wrists

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, orvmsts, discon tinue 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 closèly their physical condition and the con

dition of this tool.

NOTICE: Refer to the Code of Federal Regulations,

Section 1910.266(5); ANSI 133,1 (American National Standard Safety Requirements); and relevant state

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to circulation disorders or abnormal

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NOTE; When cutting fibrous material such as palms, pampas ^ass, yucca, etc., clean the cooling system (in-

^ eluding cylinder cooling nhs) after every other refuming.

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KNOW YOUR UNIT

A. INTRODUCTION

Your saw has been designed with safety in mind and in

cludes the following safety features as standard equip

ment:

• Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar

• Low-Kickback Chain

• , Handguard

• Spark Arrestor

• Temperature Limiting Muffler

• Anti-vibration System

• Turbo Clean"* Air Filter System

A WARNING The following features aré included on your saw to he^ reduce the hazard of kickback; however, such léatures will not totally eliminate this dan gerous reaction. As a chain saw user, do not rely only on safety 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 iiijury.

B. KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

• RedUced-Eickback Guide Bar, designed with a

small radius tip which reduces the size of the kickback danrer zone on the bar tip. Figure 5. A Redu ced-Kickback Guide Bar is one which has been dem

onstrated to significantly reduce the number and se riousness of kickbacks when tested in accordance with the safety requirements for gasoline powered chain saws as set by the American National Stan dards Institute, Inc., Standard B175.1 -1991.

• Low-Kickback Chain, designed with a contoured

depth gauge and guard link which deflect kickback force and allow wood to gradually ride into the cut ter. Figure 5. Low-Kickback Chain is chain which has met kickback perform2mce requirements of

ANSI B175.1 (Safety Requirements for GasolinePowered Chain Saws) when tested on a rejiresentative sample of chain saws below 3.8 cubic inch dis placement specified in ANSI B175.1.

• Handguard, designed to reduce the chance of your left hand contacting the chain ifyourhand slips off the front handlebar.

• Position of front and rear handlebars, de

signed with distance between handles and “in-line”

with each other. The ^read and “in-line” position of the hands prorided by this design work together to give balance and resistance in controlling ot of the saw back toward the operator occurs.

Caiitourad Depth Gau^

Etoo^ted

Guard Link

Deflecta Kidd>adc Force

Baduced Kit^cbedc.

Symmetric&l Guide Bar

Small BadiuiTip

And Allows Wood To Gradudl)' Ride Into Cutter

C. STATE AND LOCAL REQUIREMENTS

Your saw is equipped with a temperature limit ing muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of Caiifomia Codes

4442 and 4443, All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Maine, Washington, and Oregon require

a spark áriestor screen by law. ^

R you operate a chain saw in a state or locale

where such regulations exist, you axe legaUy re

sponsible for maintaining the operating condi

tion of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law, l^fer to the **Spark Arrestor** sec tion for maintenance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

D. CARTON CONTENTS

KEY

Engine Guide Bar

Engine Oil Operator's Manual (not shown) Loose Parts Bag (not shown)

LOOSE PARTS BAG CONTENTS:

4. Chain 5, Scrench

E. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

1. After removing the contents from the carton, check parts against the Carton Contents list.

2. Examine the paries for damage. Do not use dam aged parts.

3. Nodfyyour PdULAN PJiO dealer immediaiely if

a paH is missing or damaged,

NOTE: It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an

empty fuel tank.

QTY

1 1 1

Symmetrical

Guide Bar

Large Radius Tip

Figure 5

Chaio With High

Kiddback Potential

Cao Obstruct Material

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A. GETTING READY

1. READ YOUR OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAREFULIY

Your Operator’s Manual has been developed to help you prepare your saw fpr 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 opera tion. Your POULAN PRO dealer is available to show you how to operate your saw Be sure to ask for his assistance.

B. ATTACHING THE SPUR (Optional)

The spur is a special piece of equipment de signed to assist thei cutting operation. When as sembled to saw, the spur will dig into tree or log and:

• relieve contact pressure adding ease to the sawing operation.

• allow the saw to be more easily rotated or

pivoted into the cut.

To Install:

1. Remove the bar clamp nuts, bar clamp, and plastic

spacer. Figure 6. Discard plastic spacer.

NOTE; Be sure to remove the plastic spacer on the

bar stud (between bar clamp and crankcase).

2. Remove the isolator bracket screw. Figure?.

3. Remove and discard the spacer under the isolator bracket. Figure 7.

4. Position the spur over the two holes in the shroud. Figure 6, Make sure the bottom screw hole tab on

the spur is positioned betw^eh the shroud and the isolator bracket (where the spacer was removed).

5. Insert the two spur screws and tighten evenly and securely.

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

b. Approved, marked fuel container. c. One gallon regular unleaded gasoline. d. 2 (ycle, air-cooled engine oil (See the “Fueling

Your Engine” section).

e. E|ar and Chain Oil (See the “Bar and Chain Oil”

section).

£ Scrench.

Figure 6

Isolator

Bracket

Isolator Bracket Screw

Spacer

Figure 7

NOTES

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e. ATTACHING THE BAR AND CHAIN

• Your saw is equ^ped with a Reduced-Kick back Bar and a Low-^ckback Chain.

• Always use the Reduced-Backback Guide Bar and Low-Kickback Chain specified for your chain saw model when replacing these parts. See the “Specifications^ section.

A WARNING

Do not start the engine without the guide bar and

chain completely assembled. Otherwise, the

clutch can come off and serious injury can result.

I CAUnON: I Wear protective gloves when han dling or operating your saw. The chain is sharp

and can cut you even when it is not moving!

1. Removetheharclampnuts, bar clamp, and ]}}astic spacer if you have not already done so. Discaard

plastic spacer.

2. Turn the adjusting screw (Fig^ lO) counter clockwise to move the adjusting pin almost as far as it will go to the rear.

3. Mount the guide bar imth the slotted end over the

moimting studs. Figi^ 8 . Position the adjusting pin in the adjusting pin hole. Figure 8.

4. Hold the chain with the cutters facing as shown in Figure 9 (inset).

5. Place the chain over and behind the clutch drum and onto the sprocket. Figure 9 . Fit the bottom of

the drive links between the teeth in the sprocket.

6. Slide the ^de bar towaid the rear of the saw as far as possible.

7. Start at the top of the bar and fit chain drive links into the groove around the guide bar. Figure 9.

8. Turn the adjusting pin clockwise until the chain is snug in the guide bar groove. Figure 10.

D. CHAIN TENSION

• Ck>rrect Chaiu Tensipu is very im^rtant—

- A loose chain will wear thè bar and itself

- A loose chain can jtunp off the bar while you are cutting

- A tight chain can break or damage the saw and/ orbar.

• The chain stretches during use, especi^y when new. Check tension periodically as follows:

- each time the saw is used;

- more frequently when the chain is nev^

- 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.

installing a new chain, allowthe chain to be lifted 1/4" from the bar. Thereafter, follow the instructions as indicated.

• Chain tensioning procedure:

I WARNING: i Always wear ^oves when handl-

ihg the chain. The chain is shaxm and can cut

you even when it is not moving!

NOTE; The bar clamp nuts must be no more than

finger tight to tension the chain correctly.

NÓTE; Hold tip of guide bar up through step 4.

1. yft up the tip of the guide bar and turn the adjust ing screw clockwise until the chain does not sag be neath the guide bar. Figúrelo.

2. Check the tension by lifting the chain from the guide bar at the center of the bar. Figure 11.

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9. Hold the guide bar against the saw frame and in stall the bar clamp,

10, Replace the bar clamp nuts and tighten finger tight

only. Tighten bar clamp nuts after chain is

tensioned.

IL Proceed to the “Chain Tension” section.

ole Above Slot

Bar

Mounting

Studs

Figures

Figure 9

3. Cohtmue adjusting the adjusting Screw until the tension is correct.

4. Lift up the tip of the guide bar and tighten the bar

clamp nuts with the scrench.

6. Rechecfc chain tension. Figure 11. Adjusting Screw

Turn To

Increase

Chain

Tension

Figure 10

Figure 11

Adjusting Pin Hole

Turn To

Decrease

Chain

Tension

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PREPARING YOUR SAW FOR USE

A. FUEL SAFETY

1. Use only recommended fuel mixtures.

2. Mix and pour fuel outdooi^ and where there are no sparks or flames.

3. Use a container approved for fuel.

4. Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the tool or while using the tool.

6. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting the engine.

6. Move at least 10 feet away from the fueling site before starting the engine.

7. Stop the engine before removing the fuel cap. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.

8. Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the en

gine and letting it run until it stops.

9. Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors

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

B. FUEL MIXTURE

• Your unit is powered by a two-cycle en gine which requires a fuel mixture of reg

ular unleaded gasoline and a high quality engine oil specially made for 2-cycle, air cooled engines. The intemal design of the

2-<ycle engine requires lubrication of moving parts. Lubrication is provided when the recom mended mixture of gasoline and oil is used.

• Genuine POULAN PRO 40:1 engine oil is

strongly recommended for the protection

of your unit. Extensive engineering tests have

proven that POULAN PRO oh resists break down at operating temperatures common to 2-cycle engines, insulting in dependable per

formance and longer engine life.

• Gasoline must be clean and not over two months old. Gasoline will chemically break

down and form compounds that cause hard starting and damage in 2-cycle engines.

• Tbe correct measure of gasoline to oil is very unportant. Too much oil in the mixture

will foul the spaik plug.

GAUTION! \ Too little oil or incorrect oil will

bause the engine to overheat and seize.

f ^ways mix the fuel thoroughly in a con

tainer since gasoline and oil do not readily

combine. Do not mixgasoUne and oil dir&^ly in

the fuel tank,

C. USE THE FOLLOWING ONLY:

POULAN PRO 40:1 engine oil is strongly recom mended. Any other POULAN PRO, POULAN,

WEED EATER, or PARAMOUNT brand engine oil

is acceptable if mixed according to the instructions on the container.

If POULAN PRO, POULAN, WEED EATER, or PARAMOUNT brand oil is not available, use a good quality, 2-cycle engine oil mixed at a ratio of 16:1 (8 oz. oil to 1 gal. gasoline).

D. DO NOT USE THE FOLLOWING:

• NMMA OIL (National Marine Manufac turer’s Association)—formerly BIA oil—

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

• AUTOMOTIVE OIL— Does not have proper additives for air-cooled,

2-cycle engines and can cause engine damage.

A WARNING

Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids dur ing storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel sys tem of an engine while in storage. To avoid en gine problems, the fuel system should he emp tied before storage. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine, and let it lom until the fuel lines and car buretor are empty Use fresh friel after taMng the unit out of storage* See the “Storage”^ sec tion for additional information. Never use en gine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

E. HOWTO MIX FUEL AND FILL TANK

1. Pour the proper measure of en^ne oil into an approved, marked fuel container. Thqn, fill the cxintainer with regular unleaded gasoline.

NOTE: If fuel is already in the container, add the

proper measure of engine oil. Then, close the container tightly and shake it momentarily.

NOTE: Do not mix gasoline and oil directly in the

fuel tank

2i Using a spout or funnel, fill the fuel tank with

fuel mix.

3. Reinstall ihe fuel cap securely.

NOTES

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E BAR AND CHAIN OIL

• The Guide Bar and Cutting Chain require continuous lubrication to remain in operat ing condition. Lubrication is provided by theautomatic oiler system when the on 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 discol oration of the guide bar rails.

• GenuinePOULANorPOULANPROBarand Chmn Oil is recommended to protect your unit against excessive wear froin heat and friction. POULAN or POVLAN PRO oU resists high temperature thinning. If POULAN or POULAN PRO Bar and Chain Oil is not available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil. Never use waste oil for

bar and chain lubrication.

e ^ freezing weather oil will thicken, making

it necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a small amount of #1 Diesel Fuel or kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil for adequate lubrica

tion,

6. USE THE FOLLOWING:

30® or above —100% lubricant — undiluted. 30 °-0 ®F — 95% lubricant to 5% #1 Diesel Fuel or

IcGlTOSOHO

Below 0 ®F—90% lubricant to 10% #1 Diesel Fuel

or kerosene.

;—To decrease the oil flow, turn the oil adjust-

i)^ smew clocliwise.

• K the oiler is adjusted to decrease the oil flow, be sure to readjust the oiler before returning

• When the saw is run at high speed for long

periods of time during certian types of cut ting, such as pruning and debrancmng:, more oil

canoe delivered than is required. To avoid running out of chain oil before running out of fuel, check the oil tank periodically.

9. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

Fill the oil tank each time you refill the

fuel tanük to ensure that there ^1 be sufflcient oil for the chain vdienever you start and run the saw.

Keep sawdust and debris cleaned from

the oil holes in the miide bar to allow an ad equate oil flow to the bar and chain.

c. ]Efeep spilled and spattered oil wiped from

the unit to avoid sawdust and debris build-up* P^y particular attention to oil on the fan housmg and starter assembly to avoid over heating the engine.

d. It is normal for a small amount of oil to

appear under the saw after the engine stops. This is excess oil draining from the bar ana chain when the saw is not in use.

7. HOW TO FILL THE OIL TANK

Stop the engine.

Turn saw on its side with oil cap up. Figure 12. Loosen cap slowly and wait for pressure in the

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

d. e.

Replace the oil rap securely.

8. ADJUSTING THE AUTOMATIC OILER

• The adjustable automatic oiler is set for

maximum output at the factory some types

oTcutting vrill rei]pire adjusting the oiler.

-- less oil is required for soft or freshly cut woo^ r» maximum oil is required for hardwood or

,';V..'time.

• The adjusting screw is located at the bottom of t^ saw on the crankc^e next to the bar clamp

housing (Figure 13) and can be adjusted with the screwdriver end of the scrench provided with your saw. . .

wood that has been cut for a period of

To increase the oil flow, turn the oil a^*usting screw counterclockwise.

NOTES

Pill the Oil Tank Each Time the

Fuel Tank is FiUed

Figure 12

Figure 13

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USING YOUR SAW

A. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Each time before operating; your saw, always:

1. >^Checkoverthe safety rules and precautions in this manual. Make certain you completely un derstand and can apply each one.

2. Check protective gear. Always use eye, hearing,

and head protection devices; safety footwear; protec tive gloves; and snug fitting clothing.

Check the saw for loose bolts, nuts, or fit* tin^. Tighten, repair, or r^lace paits as necess^. Tools required are listed in '^Getting Ready” section.

Check the air filter. Clean the filter before

starting the engme. For location, see the “Air Filter”

section.

3. CONTROL DEVICES

Understanding the control devices on your saw is an important part of learning how to properly and safely operate the unit.

START/STOP SWITCH

STABT STOP .

Start/Stop Switch

Trigger

Figure 14

I OFF HALF

I ^ POLL

■ CHOKE

5. P^Check 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. P^Check the handles. Handles should be <hy and

free of fuel mixture and oil.

8. P-^Check weather conditions. Do not use your

saw at night or during bad conditions such as strong

wind, rain, snow; etc.

9. P^Check the work area. Keep children, bystand ers, and animals a safe distance away from tne work area when starting or operating the saw—a mini mum of 30 feet.

1. The Start/Stop Switch is moved forward for the “Start” position and rearward for the “Stop” posi

tion.

2. The two-position Choke helps to start the saw by controlling the air flow the the fuel system.

3. The Trigger accelerates and controls the speed of

the engine and is designed to be used with the throttle lock-out.

4. The Throttle tiocfc-out prevents the trigger from

becoming accidentally engaged. The throttle lock out must be pressed before the trigger can be acti

vated.

5. The Throttle Lock holds the throttle lock-out and

trigger in position while the engine is being started.

Release the throttle lock after the engine is started

by lightly squeezing the trigger.

C. STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (Refer to the «

A WARNING

Always wear shoves; safety footwear; snugHtting clptmng; and eye, hearing, and head protection devices when operating a chain saw.

1. BASIC PROCEDURE a. Hold saw firmly on the ground as shown in Fig

ure 15 . Make sure the saw clmih is free to turn without contacting any object.

b. Move Start/Stop Switch to the “Start” position.

Figure 14.

c. Push down on the throttle lock-out, then squeeze

the tri^er. Press and hold down the throttle lock, then slowly release the trigger.

d. Adjust the choke according to “Starting

Procedure for Varying ConditiohSi ” this pa^.

. e. Hold the front hemdlebar with your left hand and

place your right foot through the rear handle to stabilize the saw:

f. Pullthestarterropequicklywithyourrighthand.

g. After the engine has started, squeeze the trigger

to release the throttle lock, allowing the engine to

return to idle.

A WARNING

The chain must not move when the engine runs

at idle speed. Refer to the «Carburetor Ac(just-

iiients** section for correction.

h. Stop the engine by moving the Start/Stop Switch

to tne “Stop” position. Figure 14 .

” section for location of controls.)

Hold Front Handlebar and Place Right Foot

Through Handle

FigurelS

STARTING PROCEDURE FOR VARYING CONDITIONS

NOTE: Be sure to follow “1. Basic Procedure,” as de

scribed on this page. For a cold engine:

1. ) Pull choke lever to full choke. Figure 14 .

2. ) Pull starter rope quickly vdth ypur right hand until engine attempts to start, then push the choke lever to the half ppsitioh. Figure 14.

3. ) Pull the starter rbpe qmckly with your right hand until the engine starts. Figure 15.

4. ) Allow the engine to run for approximately five seconds. Then, push the choke lever to the off position. Figure 14 . _______.

A WARNING

Avoid bodily contact with the muffler when start-

ihg or using a warm engine to avoid serious bums.

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b. For a warm engine:

IJLeave choke lever in off position. Figure 14.

2. ) Pull the starter rope quickly with your right hand until the engine starts. Figure 15 .

3. ) Stop the engine by moving the Start/Stop

Switch to the “Stop” position. Figure 14 .

c. For a refueled warm engine after running

out of fuel:

1. ) PuU the choke lever to full choke. Figure 14.

2. ) Pull the starter rope quickly with your right hand until the engine attempts to start.

3. ) Push the choke lever to off. FHgure 14.

4. ) Pull the starter rope quickly with your right hand imtil the engine starts. Figure 15.

TYPES OF CUTTING

3. IMPOIOVUilT POINTS TO №MEMBER a. When pulling the starter rope, do not use the

full ^ent of the rope as this can cause the rope to break. Do not let the starter rope snap back— hold the handle and let the rope rewind slowly.

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

minutes, then repeat starting procedure using the half-choke position.

c. For cold weather starting, allow the engine to

warm up (1-2 min.) at the half-^hoke position, then move choke to the“Off” position. Do not cut material with choke at “Full” or “Half” position.

■K'

A. BASIC CUTTING TECHNIQUE

1. IMPORTANT POINTS a.

Cut wood only. Do not cut metal* plastics; ma sonry; non-wood building materials; etc.

Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object. Inspect the saw ^d repair or replace p^s as necessary.

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 WARNING Kickback can occur when the moving chain con tacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar or when the wood closes in and pinches

the saw chsw in the cut. Cont<ict at the upper nor- tion of the tip of the guide bar can cause the chai to dig into the object and stop the chain for an in stant. The result is a lightning fast, reverse reac tion which kicks the guide bar up and back toward

the operaton If the saw chain is pinched along the

tpp of the guide bar, the guide oar can be drivjen rapidly back toward ike operaton Either of these reactions can cause loss of saw control which can

result in serious injury,________________________

stand on uphill side of tree when cutting.

Begin putting with the

spur égainst the log.

Figure 16

2. UNDERSTANDm 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 stopping of the chain results in a re

versal of the chain force used to cut wood and causes the sawto move in the opposite direction of chain ro tation. Either reaction can result in loss of control

and possible serious injuiy.

• Pinch-Kickback—

occurs when the chain on top of the bar is sudden ly stopped.

— rapidly drives saw straight back toward operator

• PuU-In~

— occurs Tiriien 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

technique to get the “feel” of using your saw before

you begin a m^'or sawing operation.

a. Accelerate engine to full throttle before

entering cut by squeezing the throttle trigger.

b. Begin cutting with the saw frame against

the lo^ Figure 16.

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, dam^

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. K you run tiie saw at full throttle without a cutting load, imnecessaiy wear can occur to the chain, bar, and engine.

f To avoid losing control when cut is complete, do

not put pressure on saw at end of cut.

g. : Stop the engine before setting the saw down af

ter cutting.

ST^EFELLI^

1. CAREFULLY PLAN YOUR SAWING OPERA-

TtONINAD a. Clear the work area. You need a clear area all

at all times.

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. The lean of a tree

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might not be apparent due to uneven or slop-

ing tenain. Use a plumb or level to determine the direction of tree lean.

3. ) WEIGHTED and BRANCHES on one side.

4. ) Surrounding TREES and OBSTACLES.

Look for decay and rot. If the tnink is rotted, it can snap and fail toward the operator.

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

tree to fall. Maintain a distance of 2 1/2 tree lengths from the nearest person or other objects. Engine noise can drown out a warning call.

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£ Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, ii^^, sta

ples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made.

g^. Plan to stand on the up-hill side when cut

ting on a slope. Figure 17.

h. Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and di

agonal to the line of fall. Figure IS.

FEtONG SMALL TREES--LESS THAN 6” IN DIAMETER

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

DO NOTCIJK A WARNING —near electrical wires or buildings.

--if you do not know the direction of tree fall.

--St night since you will not be able to see well.

—during bad weather — rain, snow, strong

wind, etc.

3. FELLING LARGE TREES—6” IN DIAMETER OR MORE

The notch method is used to fell largje 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. NOTE; If the tree has large buttress roots, remove them before making the notch. Cut into the but tresses vertically, then horizontally. Figure 19,

a. Make the notch cut. Figure 19 .

NOTE; The hinge helps to keep the tree from twist ing and falling in the wrong direction,

d. Use a wed№ if there is any chance that the tree

on your planned retreat path. If you are not sure which way the tree will fall, use the notch method described for felling large trees.

1. ) Cut the bottom of the notch first, througdi 1/3 of the diameter of the tree.

2. ) Complete the notch by niaking the slant cut.

3. ) Remove the notch of wood.

Make the felling cut on the opposite side of the notch about 2” higher than the bottom of the notch. Leave enough uncut wood between the felling cut and the notch to form a hinge. Figure 20.

will not fall in the desired direction.

A WARNING

Stay on thè uphill side of the terrain to avoid in jury from the tree rolling or sliding downhill af ter it is felled. Figure 18 .

NOTE; Before the felling cut is complete, use wedges to open the cut when necessary to control the direc tion of fall. Use wood or plastic wed^s, but never steel or iron, to avoid kickback and chain damagCr

DON’T PUT YOURSELF IN THESE POSITIONS

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

1. ) Cracking sounds,

2. ) ^dening of the Felling Cut.

^ 3.) Movement in the upper branches. f. As tree starts to fall, stop thesaw,piait doiun^ and

vei away quickly on your planned retreat path.

g. Be extremely cautious "mth partially fallen trees

that msy be poorly supported. When a tree

doesn’t fall completely, set the saw aside and pull

down the tree with a cable winch, block and taclde, or tractor. To avoid ixquiy, do not cut down a partially fallen tree with your saw.

Cut

Buttress Roots First

Stay On Uphill Side Of

Tree When Felling

Figure 17

Direction

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

Figure 19

Direction

OfFhil

Closing Of Notch

Hin^ Holds Tree On Stump And Controls Fhll

Figure20

________

Figure 18

Opening Of Felling Cut

Check the wind—

Don’t cut down wind

Check the —

Don’t cut on leàn side

Check the balance—

Don’t cut on weighted side

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aBucKiNa

Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen

tree to the desired log size,

1. IMPORTANT POINTS

Cut only one log at a time.

Cut shattered wood veiy carefolly. Sharp

pieces of wood could be flung toward the operator.

Use a sawhorse to cut small logs.

Never allow another person to hold the log while cutting and never hold the log with your leg or foot.

Bo not cut in an area where logs, limbs, and roots are tangled such as in a blown down area. Bre^ the logs into a clear area before cut

ting by pulling out exposed and cleared logs first. Make the first buckihg cut 1/3 of the way

through the log and HmsH 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 himg in the log if you make the firet 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 21.

2. TYPES OF CUTTING USED {Figure 22): — Overcutting — begin on the top side of the log

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

— Undercutting—begin on the imder side of the

log with the top of the saw against the log; exert li^t pressure upward. During undercutting, the saw will tend to push back at you. Be prepared for this reaction and hold the saw firmly to maintain control.

AWARNING

Never turn the saw upside down to undercut. The

sjftw cannot be contr<med in this position.

_____________

Figure 22

Figure 23

B-

Cut

Undercut

Wedge Used To

Hold Cut Open

2"^ Cut

A WARNING

If saw becomes pinched or hung in a log, don^t try to forae it out. You can lose control of the saw re sulting in i^ury and/or damage to the saw. Stop

thé saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the cut until the saw canbe removed easily. Figure 23. Réstart the saw and carefully reenter thè eut. To avoid kickback and chain damage, do not use a metal wedge. Do not attem]pt to restart your saw

when it is pinched or hung m a log.

3. BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT

a. Overcut with a 1/3 diameter cut. b, Roll log over and finish with an overcut.

l^lCut

Pressure Side

2*^*^ Cut

1®* Cut Pressure Side

^ y,(

____

Figure 21

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Using Another Log As A Support

Figure 24

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4. BUCKING USING ANOTHER LOG AS A SUPPORT

a. In area A:

1. ) Undercut 1/3 of the way throu£^ the log.

2. ) Finish with an overcut.

b. In area B:

1. ) Overcut 1/3 of the way throi^h the log.

2. ) Finish with an undercut.

6. BUCKING USING A STAND a. In area A:

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

2. ) Finish with an overcut.

b. In area B:

1. ) Overcut 1/3 of the way throi^h the log.

2. ) Finish with an undercut.

D. LIMBING AND PRUNING

A WARNING

Do not stand on the log being cut* Any {k»rtion can roll causing loss of footing and controL

Use Common Sense

Maintain Secure Footing

• Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly gripped on the saw. Maintain secure footing and

balance.

• 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.

• Be xdert 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

branches out of the way to avoid tripping over them.

AWARNING

Never climb into a tree to limb dr pnme. Do not stand on ladders, platforms, a log, or in any posi* tidn which can cause you to lose your balance or control of the saw.

1. LIMBING a. Always limb a tree after it is cut doum. Only

then can limbing be done safely and properly.

b. Leave the larger limbs imderheath the

felled tree to support the tree as you work.

c. Start fd the base ofthe felled tree and work

toward the top, cutting branches and liinbs. Re move small limbs with one cut- Figure 26.

4- Keep the irpe between you and the chain.

Cut from the side of the tree opposite the brmich

you are cutting.

e. Remove larger, supporting branches with

the 1/3/2/3 cutting techniques described in

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.

h. Refer to Figure 27 for the pruning tech

nique.

1. ) U ndercut 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 falling limb.

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

AWARNING

Be alert for and guard against kickback. Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other

branebes or objects at the nose of the guide bar

when lithbing or pruning. Allowing such contact can result in sermus iiqnry.

Figure 26

I** * *11 V ^2T

W j| i * 11 j Second Pruning Cut

Third Pruning Cut

iSI

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

2i) Finish Twth an overcut.

£ Always use an overcut to cut small and

freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could

cause hmbs to faS and pinch the saw.

First Pruning Cut

Figure 27

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

A good maintenance program of regular inspection and care will increase the service life and help to main tain the safety and performance of your saw.

• Make all aiiyustments or repairs (except car buretor a^ustments) with:

— spark plug wire disconnected.

— engine cool as opposed to a saw that has just

been run.

A. GUTOE BARAND CHAIN

Increase the service life of your Guide Bar and Chain by;

— Using the saw properly and as recommended in this

—- 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.

I CAUTlONi 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

4.5mm Diameter File Flat File Depth Gauge 6” File Holder

1. ) Stop the engine and discohnect the sparkplug.

2. ) Adjust the chain for proper tension. Page 8.

3. ) Work at the midpoint of the bar, moving the chain forward by hand as each cutter is filed.

4. ) Sharpen Cutters.

a.) Position the file holder level at a 10

angle on the top plate of the cutter and depth ^uge. Figure 28.

h.) Align the 25® file holder marks with the

bar and parallel to the center of the chain. Figures 29 & 31.

NOTE; If your file holder has a 30 ® markj disre gard this mark and file at a 25® angle.

c. ) File from inside toward outside of cutter,

straight across on forward stroke in one direction only. Use 2 or 3 strokes per cuttingedge. FigureSO.

d. ) Keep all cutters the same length. Fig

ure 30 .

e. ) File enough to remove any damage to the

cutting edges (side plate add top plate) of the cutter. Figure 30.

f. ) File chain to meet specifications shown in

Figure 31.

A WARNING

Maintain the proper hook angle accordingto the ni^ufacturer*» specMcation for the chain you

using. Too much hook angle will increase the chj^c^ of kickback which can result in serious iidury« Figures 31 & 33 .___________________

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• Check saw for loose bolts, screws, nuts, and fittings regularly. Loose fasteners can cause an unsafe condition as well as damage to your saw.

Have all chain saw service performedi by a quali fied service dealer other than the items listed in the maintenance section of this manual.

File Holder

Cutters

Same Length

1 1^ 1

A WARNING

Depth Gauge Figure 28

Figure 29

Remove Damage

r^/ \

{o\ Ш

Side Plate Top Plate

Figure 30

Figure 31

Figure 32

5.) Correct bepth Gaug^ a. ) Kace depth eaph cutter

depth gauge. Figure 32 .

b. ) File depth gauge with a flat file until it is

level with the top of the depth gaii^ tool.

c. ) Maintain rounded front comer of depth

gauge with a flat file. Figures 32 & 33 ,

NOTE: The veiy top of the depthgauge should be fiat with the front half rounded off with a flat file.

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llie, Pepth Gauge Tool is reouired to insure prop er d^jptli gauge. Filing the depth gauge too deep wRl increase the chance of nckhack which can rijsiilt in serious injury.

b. CHAIN REPLACEMENT

1. ) Use only the Low-Kickback replace ment chain speciRed for your saw in the **Specifications** section.

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

3. ) Scie a quailed sendee dealer to re-

by a qualified service dealer when in

stalling a new chain to avoid excessive

wear to the chain.

A WARNING

_______________

lace or sharpen your chain. Iways have a worn sprocket r^laced

2. GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE

• Conditions which can require ^zide bar maintenance:

— saw cuts to one side.

—: Saw has to be forced throu^ a cut.

-- inmlequate supply of oil to bar and chain.

• Check the condition of the ^lide bar each time the chain is sharj^ned. A worn guide bar wdl damage the chain and m8ike cutting more difficult.

• Replace the guide bar when: — the inside groove of guide bar rails is worn.

— the guide bar is bent or cracked. See Fig

ure 35.

• Use only the replacement Reduced-Kick

back Guide Bar specified for your saw in

the “Specification’* section.

a. Remove the guide bar to service.

b. Clean the oil holes at least once after eveiy

five hours of operation.

c. Removal ^wdust from the gmde bar groove

periodically with a putty knife or a wire. Fig ure 34,

d. Reniove burrs by filing the side edges of the

guide biiir grooves square with a flat file. Fig ure 35 .

e. Restore square ed^s to an uneven rail top be

filing with a flat file. Figure 35 .

HookAn^e

--------

/—Cjn

io_o

Right Way

Remove Sawdi^t From Guide Bar Groove

.025-

Rounded / 1

o.n«r (QXiD 1

Figure 33

Figure 34

Correct

Guide Bar Worn Grooves Groove

Figure 35

_________

Too Much Squared

Hook Angje^^ Off Comer

Wrong Way

File Edges

Square

B. SPARK ARRESTOR

__• Carbon deposits build up on the spark arres-

toras the saw is used and must be removed to avoid creating a fire hazard or causing engine damage.

• Replace the spark arrestor if breaks occur.

• ^ep the spark arrestor clean at 8Á1 times. Clean: —as required.

—at least once for each 25-30

hooirisf of operation.

Items required: wire brush, 3/8” wrench

1, Disconnect the spark plug wire.

the muffler cover screws and washers.

Remove the muffler cover. Figure 36.

3 iftemove the spark arrestor screen. Figure 36.

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

5. Reassemble parts.

Muffler Cover

Screws

Muffler Cover

Washers

Figúrese

HtLAl)

SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION

FREQUKN’M.Y

Spark Arrestor Screen

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с. STARTER ROPE

• Replace a broken starter or a rope that is

NOTE: A recoil spring lies beneath the pulley and is under tension. If the recoil spring is dis

turbed» considerable time and effort will be required to reinstall. For this reason you may

want to let a qualified service dealer handle this re pair. If^ou try to repair the starter rope and the re-

coil spimg pops out, take the imit to your dealer.

A WARNING

Always wear eyi^rotection when servicing the £id;a^er rope. The recoil spring beneath the pulley is imder tension. If the spring pops out, serjoiis ipjury can result.

1. Remove the four screws on the side of the fan housing. Figure 37.

I CAUTION! I

housing screws with the black-colored cyl inder shroud screws. Other than color, these

screws are similar in appearance; but if in terchanged, they can stnp out and/or cause permanent engine damage.

2. Remove the fan housing.

3. If the starter rope is not broken, release the

spring tension by pulling about 10 inches of rope from the pulley as shown in Figure 38. Catch the rope in one of the notches. Figure 38.

4. Carefully turn the pulley coimterclockwise until the spring tension is released.

5. Remove the pulley screw in the center of the

pulley. Be sure to note the position of the cam when removing it from the pulley, Fi^ire 39.

6. Lift the pulley carefully while gently twisting it

counterclockwise.

7. Remove the rope retainer screw and remove the

old rope. Figure 39.

8. Move away from the fuel tank and melt the end

of the rope to be installed.

9. 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,

10. Insert one end of the rope through the handle and secure with a knot. Leave a ЗЛ 6''pigtail be hind the knot. Figure 40 (inset).

11. Feed the rope through the round starter rope hole in the fan housing. Figure 39 .

12. Guide the rope inside the pulley then up through the pulley hole (on the pulley ratchet

side). Figure 39 . It might be necessaiy to in

sert a smmi screwdriver through the underside hole to push the rope through the pulley hole. Figure 39 (inset).

13. ^e a knot in the end pfthe rope leaving no more than 3/8 to 1/4 inch tail and pull the iaiot snuglv into the corner of the groove in the pulley. Pull the rope tightly.

14. Tuck the tail on the rope knot into the inner curved section to avpia iaterference with the

flywheel.

15.

engage the spring.

16. Replace and tighten the pulley screw. Make sure the starter dog, retainer, cam, and wave washer are positioned and installed properly. Fig ure 39.

NOTE; Make sure the cam is installed on the

starter dog in the direction shown in Figure 39 , Also, make sure the wave washer is seated around the top outer edge of the retainer and not caught between the top of the retainer and the pulley screw.

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Do not mix chrome--colored fan

17. Puh outiO uxchesofrope. Catch tlmrc^e inthe slotm thepiillpy Figure40V^ ^^^^^^

is. Turn the pulley cìocl^sé to wind up thè sprmg

until it will turn no more without forcing, tibia the pulley by hand. Do not Ut go of the pulley.

Let the pulley slowly unwind one full turn and release the rope from the slot. Continue to hold thè pulley.

19. Hold the pulley and pull the starter rope to the

full extent of length. Let the rope rewind slowly.

20, Reinstall the fan housing using the chrome-co

lored screws. Tighten the screws securely.

Remove Ghrome Colored Screws (See Caution linder Step 1)

Figure 37

Turn Pulley

Counterclockwise

To Release

Tension

Figure 38

Pulley Screw

Cam

Starter

Starter Rope Hole

Figure 39

Figure 40

Wave Washer

Retainer

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I^IIARBURETOR ADJUSTS

• Poor eni^é performance can be a result of other causes such as dirty air filter, carbon

bldld-up on muffler outlets, etc. See the

**lVouble Shooting Chart** before proceed

ing with carburetor adjustments.

• For best results, it is recommended that you have a qualified service dealer make all car buretor su^ustments. Your dealer has the train

ing, experience, and tools necessary to properly ad

just you saw to meet our factory performance speci

fications. Ì^isseruicc is reoi cowered èyicammJiy. If it becomes necessary for you to make carburetor a^* *ustments yourself, follow the described proce dures very carefully.

• The cwburetor has been adijusted at the fac tory for sea level conditions. Adjustments may

become nwessaiy 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 de scribed 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 acceler ate. See “4. Acceleration Adjustment.”

— Loss of cutting power which is not corrected by

air filter cleaning. See “5. High Speed Mixture

Adjustment.”

I CAVTfQNlJ perm^ent damagé will occur to

any 2-cycle engine if incorrect carburetor aijgustments are made.

• If the unit will not operate properly after makmg these acljustments, take the saw to a

qualified service dealer.

A WARNING

The chain will be moving during most of this pro cedure. Wear your protective gear and observe all safety precautions.

1. PREPARATION

a. Stop the engine. b. Use a fresh fuel mixture with proper gasoline/oil

ratio,

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

sure the chain will not contact any object.

d. Locate the three (3) carburetor adjusting screw

openings to the right of the air filter cover. Fig ure 41.

e. Start the engine and allow engine to idle three

(3) minutes to wann up. The en^Tie must be at

operating temperature for proper adjustrnents to

oeniade.

Idle Speed Screw'

Figure 41

Low Speed

Mixture

Screw

2. IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT

a. Allow the engine to idle. b. Adjust the Idle Speed Screw imtil the engine

continues to run without stalling and without the chain moving.

— Turn screw cUxkwise to increase engine

speed if engine ataUs or dies,

— Turn screw coimterclockwise to slow en^ns

down andfor to keep the chain from turning,

c. No further adjustments are necessary if

the chain does not move at idle speed and

if performance is satisfactory.

A WARNING

In Low Speed Mixture Adjustment,** recheck idle speed ^ter each adjustment. The chain must not move at idle speed.

3. LOW SPEED MIXTURE ADJUSTMENT

a. Allow engine to idle.

b. Turn the Low Speed Mixture Screw slowly

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

c. Turn the Low Speed Mixture Screw slowly

counterclockwise until the RPM speeds up and starts to drop again. Note the position.

d. Set the Low Speed Mixture Screw at the mid

point between the two positions.

4. AGCELERATION ADJUSTMENT

If the engine dies or hesitates instead of accelerat ing, turn the Low Speed Mixture Screw 1/16 of a turn at a time counterclockwise until you have smooth acceleration.

5. HIGHSPEED MIXTURE ADJUSTMENT

CAUTION; j Adjustments as small as 1/16 of a

turn can afiect engine performance. It is im portant to turn the screw only 1/16 of a turn per adjustment 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

tipn as folloyi^:

-— Clockwise if saw smokes or loses power.

— Counterclockwiseifthesawhas speed out of

the cut but lacks power in the cut. c. Repeat test cut. d. Continue 1/16 of a turn adjustments imtil the

saw runs smoothly in cut.

I CAUTION; I

(clockwise adjustment) will cause engine damage to any 2-cycIe engine from over heating and lack of lubrication. Never set

idle h^h speed mixture screw so ^r clock

wise that you have high speed but lack pow er while cutting. An effective approach fol lows,

T— Turn screw counterclockwise until engine loses

powerwhile cutting. crements ouZy imtil the engine has power while

cutting

NOTO; If the unit will not operate properly after ^ngthese a^ustments, take the sawto a quaUfied service dealer.

A too lean high speed setting

turn screw clockwise in 1/16 of a turn in

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E. AIR FILTER

• A dirty air filter:

— reduces cutting power.

— increases fuel consumption.

• Clean the air filter as follows:

— check filter after eveiy 10 tanks of fuel or 5

hours of operation, whichever is less.

— more frequently in very dusty conditions.

1. Clean off carburetor cover and the area around it.

2. Pull the choke to the full position to prevent dirt from entering the carburetor.

3. Remove the carburetor cover. Figure 42,

4. Carefully remove the air filter.

5. Remove the single air filter screw and separate the two halves.

I CAUTfQ£jlJ Do not úse gasoline or other flam

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

6. Wash the filter in soap and water.

7. Brush away all dust and debris from the filter.

8. Allow the filter to diy.

9. Reassemble the filter.

10. Brush away all dpt and debris from the surfaces bn vdiich the filter is to be placed.

11. Reinstall the filter and carburetor coven

1 CAyUQSbJ To avoid damage to the eng^e, do

not operate the unit without the air mter in place.

Figure 42

F. CLUTCH AND DRUM/SPROCKET

A WARNING

Do not start the engine without the guide bar, chain, and bar clamp housing comjmetely as sembled. The clutch can come ofl without the guide bar and chain completely assembled, and serious ipjury can result. The clutch shoes and drum can separate causing the clutch to violent-

ly fly apart and serious iigury can result.

Take the saw to your Authorized Service Dealer for full clutch inspection and service after each 100 hours of operation. Itis remm-

mended that you do not tr^sy to service the clutch or drum!^rocket yourself unless you are a competent small engine mechanic and have the proper clutch

Service tools. Proper disassembly and repair of the

clutch is extremely important to the life of the en

gine and the safety of the operator. Inspect the sprocket regularly for wear. A

worn sprocket will make the chain rim erratically and will shorten the life of the bar and chain. Fig ure 43.

G. STORAGE

When your saw is to be stored for over 80 days.

Clutch maintenance is required when:

— the chain continues to turn while the engine

idles after the idle speed screw has been

adjusted to its capacity. — slippage ocisurs during a cut — a chattering noise occurs during cutting.

Clean the clutch, drum, sprocket^ and sur rounding area daily during heavy use of the saw. Check to see that the clutch drum turns freely

and smoothly.

.^ways have a worn sprocket replaced by your Authorized Service Dealer whenever a new chain is installed to gain the full life expec

tancy of the chain.

Figure 43

3; Drain oil from oil tank;

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

Engine—Fuel Safety.'’

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

NOTE; Running the eni;ine until it stops will re move most of the fuel from the fuel system,

NOTE; It is important to prevent gum deposits from formingin essential fuel systems parts such as the earburetorj fuel filter, fuel nosei or tank during storage. 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 sys tem of an engine while in storage.

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rCAVTOlMlJ Wear protective gloves when han-

diing the chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even yt^en it is not moving:

4, Remove, clean, and dty the bar and chain. 5, Store the chain in a container filled with oil to pre

vent rust.

6, Apply a coating of oil to the en^tire surface of thenar

; and wrap it in heavy paper, cloth, or plastic*

7* Clean the outside surfaces of the engine,

8. Store the saw in a diy place, out of the reach bf chil dren, and away from where fuel vapors can rbäch

open flames from hot water heaters, furnaces, etc.

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SYMPTOM CAUSE

Engine will not

start or will run only for a few seconds after starting.

1. Fuel tank empty

2. Engine floods.

3. Spark plug not firing,

4. Fuel not reachin|r carburetor.

5. Carburetor requires adjustment.

6. Ignition Switch Oft

7. None of the above.

Engine will not

idle properly.

1. Idle speed set too fast or too slow.

2. I^wsp^d mixture requires adjustment.

3. Crankshaft seals worn.

4. Compression low.

5. None of the above.

Engine will not

accelerate,lacks power, or dies under a load.

1. Air filter dirty.

2. Spark plug fouled.

3. Carburetor requires adjustment.

4. Exhaust ports or muffier outlets plugged.

5. Compression low.

6. None of the above.

Engine

smokes excessively.

1. Air filter dirty.

2. Fuel mixture incorrect.

3. High speed mixture requires adjustment.

4. Choke partially on.

5. Crankcase leak.

-Engine runs hot. 1. Fuel mixture incorrect.

2. High speed mixture set too low (Lean).

3. Spark plug incoiroct.

4. jSdiaust ports or muffler outlets plug^.

5. Carbon build-up on muffler outlet screen.

6. Fan housing/iyimder fins dirty.

7. None of the above.

REMEDY

1. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture

2. See “Starting Instructions.”

3. Install new^ug/check ignition system.

4. Clean fuel mter; inspect fuel line,

5. See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

6. Move switch to the ^START” position.

7. Contact your Service Dealer.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

2. See “Carburator Aiyustments.”

3. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

4. Contactyour Authorized Service Dealer.

5. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

1. Clean or replace air filter. 2i Clean or replace spark plug and re-gap.

3. See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

4. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

5. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

6. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

1. Clean or replace air filter.

2. Refuel with correct fuel mixture.

3. See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

4. Push Choke knob in.

5. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

1. See “Fueling Your Unit.”

2. See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

3. Replace with correct plug.

4. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

5. Clean spark arrestor screen.

6. Clean area.

7. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

Oil inacquate for

bar and chain lubrication.

Chain moves at

Idle Speed.

Chain does not move

when engine is acceleial^.

Chain clattei^

or cuts roughly

Chain stops within

the cut.

Chain cuts at an

angle.

1. Oil tank empty.

2. Improperly a^'usted oiler (if so equipped).

3. Oil pump or oil filter clogged.

4. Guide bar oil hole blockedf.

1. Idle speed requires adjustment.

2. Clutch requires repair.

1. Chain tension too tight.

2. Carburetor requires a^ustment.

3. Guide bar rails pinched.

4. Clutch slipping.

1. Chain tension incorrect.

2. Cutters damaged.

3. Chainwom.

4. Clutters dull, improperly sharpened, or depth gauges too high.

i5. Sprocket worn.

1. Chain cutter tops not filed flat.

2. Guide bar burred or bent; rails uneven.

3. Clutch slipping.

1. Cuttera damaged on one side.

2. Chain dull on one side.

3. Guide bar bent or worn.

1. Fill oil tank.

2. Adjust oiler,

3. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

4. Remove bar and clean.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

2. Contact yoxir Authorized Service Dealer.

1. See “Chain Tension.”

2. See “Carburetor Adjustnients,”

3. Repair or replace.

4. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

1. See “Chain Tension.”

2. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

3. j^sharpen or replace chain.

4. See the chain sharpening instructions.

5. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

1. See the chain sharpening instructions.

2. Repair or repleice guide bar.

3. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

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

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

3. Replace guide bar.

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Page 22

H. MAiDm:NANCE

1 I

Complete machine.

Throttle trigger; EWifety throttle lock; stop svritch. Filter in fuel tank. Fuel tank.

Chain oil tank.

Chain lubrication. Saw chain.

Guide bar.

Chain sprocket.

Air filter.

Cylinder fins. Carburetor

Spark plug.

Ail accessible screws and nuts

(not adjusting screws).

Vibration mounts.

Spark arrestor screen.

Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean Check operation Replace pick-up — when clogged or dirty. Inspect Clean Fill

Inspect (sharpness, wear, damage)

Check chain tension Sharpen — when dull Inspect (wear, damage) Clean Deburr Replace — when worn or damaged

Check — when replacing chain Clean

Replace — when worn or damaged Clean Check idle adjustment —

chain must not turn at idle Readjust idle — when engine runs poorly Replace — when fouled or,damaged

Retighten Inspect — for broken or disconnected

springs Replace — when broken Clean — when clogged or dirty

Replace — when worn or damaged

1 1

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Page 23

See your dealer for accessories and parts. File - flat - 6"

File - round - 4.5mm - Model 336 Ffle - round - 5/32” - Model 365

Safety Glasses...............................................952-062003

Spark Plug - Model 336............... ^ 952-030120

Spark Plug - Model 365 ....

Fuel & Oil Cap Kit

Air Filter ....................................................

Chain Brake Kit

Reduced Kickback Guide Bar

16*^ ...................-------

20 .................................................... 952-044377

Low-Kickback Chain

16” ..

20”.................................................... ....952-051322

............................................ 952-055027

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

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

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

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

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

-----

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

952-055070

952-055004

952-030164 952-010859 952-014450

952-069356

... 952-044372

952-051320

NOTES

Reduced Kickback Guide Bar - Model 305 Only

18”

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

Low-Kickback Chain - Model 305 Only

18” ...................................................... 952-051321

2-cycle Engine Oil

3.2 oz.-40:l 8 oz.-40:l

Bar & Chain Lubricant

32 oz. __ Igal

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

Scrench ............V................ 530-034135

Operator's Manual

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

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

___

..................... 952-030129

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

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

................ 952-030127

952-044375

952-030132

962-030130

530-068802

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Page 24

PARTS AND SERVICE

Vow POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanicid products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit.

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 DeMer (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. Pescription of part.

IVOTE? Poulan/Weed Eater Division provides parts and service throhi^its authorized distributors

and dealers; therefore, all requests for parts and service sho^d be d^ 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 appearance of your product differs frpm those described in this Curator’s Manual, please contact your local Poulan/Weed Eater

PeMcr for npdated iidorhiatidn and assistancCi. Always update your tool when improvements are made available, especially those related to safety. Parts and repair siervice are not ayaBabie directly from Poulan/Weed Eatei* Piyision of WCI Outdoor Prodncts, Inc;

POULAN/WEED EATER

BmSION OF WClOmBOOB PRODUCTS^ iNG

Shreveport; Louisiana 71139-9329

530-068802-1-06/05/92

Poulan PRO 305 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

POULANPRO

GUARD AGAINST KICKBAGK

REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK

MAEVTAIN CONTROL

KNOWypUKSAW

AVOID REACTIVE FORCES

PIANAHEIAD

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

CAIUIY AND STORE YOUR SAW SAFELY

A. INTRODUCTION

B. KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

C. STATE AND LOCAL REQUIREMENTS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

D. CARTON CONTENTS

E. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

A. GETTING READY

B. ATTACHING THE SPUR (Optional)

NOTES

D. CHAIN TENSION

A. FUEL SAFETY

B. FUEL MIXTURE

C. USE THE FOLLOWING ONLY:

D. DO NOT USE THE FOLLOWING:

E. HOWTO MIX FUEL AND FILL TANK

NOTES

6. USE THE FOLLOWING:

9. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

7. HOW TO FILL THE OIL TANK

8. ADJUSTING THE AUTOMATIC OILER

NOTES

A. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

3. CONTROL DEVICES

C. STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (Refer to the «

” section for location of controls.)

TYPES OF CUTTING

A. BASIC CUTTING TECHNIQUE

ST^EFELLI^

aBucKiNa

D. LIMBING AND PRUNING

A. GUTOE BARAND CHAIN

1, CHAIN MAINTENANCE

2. GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE

B. SPARK ARRESTOR

Figúrese

с. STARTER ROPE

I^IIARBURETOR ADJUSTS

E. AIR FILTER

F. CLUTCH AND DRUM/SPROCKET

G. STORAGE

NOTES

PARTS AND SERVICE