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FUELING & LUBRICATION
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow-
ly when refueling.
HELPFUL T IP
To obtain the correct 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 un-
leaded 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. A 40:1
ratio is obtained by mixing3.2ounces (95m l)
of oil wit h 1 gall on (4 liters) of unleaded gaso-
line. Incl ude dwith this s aw is a 3.2 ounce con-
tainer of Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic
oil. Pour the entire contents of th is container
into 1 g allon of gasoline to achieve the proper
fuel mixture.
DO NOT USE automotive or marine oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on
the container. Always read and follow the
safety rules listed under HANDLE FUEL
WITH CAUTION.
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require continuous lubri-
cation. Lubrication is provided by the auto-
matic oiler system when the oil tank is kept
filled. Lack o f oil will quickly ruin the ba r and
chain. Too little oil will cause overheating
shown by smoke coming from thechain and/
or discoloration of the bar.
In f reezing 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
flowingforthe oilsystemto pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
Genuine Poulan PROR bar and chain oil is
recommended to protect your unit against
excessive wear from heat andfriction. Pou-
lan PROR oil resists high t em perature thin-
ning.
If Poulan PROR bar and chain oil is not
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
S Never use waste oilfor bar andchainlubri-
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 f uel
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 t he gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are e mpty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See STORAGE section f or addi-
tional information.
STARTING
WARNING: The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer t o CAR-
BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this
manual. Avoid contact with the muf fler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
To stop the engine move the ON/STOP
switch to the ST OP 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.
Left Hand
on Front
Handle
Starter Rope Handle
Right Foot Through Rear Handle
Use only 15″ -- 1 8 ″ (38 -- 45 cm) o
f
rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
IMPORTANT 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. Hold the handle and let the rope re-
wind 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 attempt to cut material with
the choke/fast idle lever inthe FULLCHOKE
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 ou t of
fuel)
NOTE:
In the f ollowing steps, when the
choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full
extent, t he correct throttle setting for starting
is set automatically.