Poulan 545047542 Chainsaw User Manual


 
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Storeunitwithallguardsinplace.Positionso
that any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury topassersby.Storethe unitout
of reach of children.
S Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine andallow torun until itstops.
S Clean theunit before storing. Pay particu-
larattention totheair intake area,keeping
it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and
sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.
S Donotstoretheunitorfuelinaclosedarea
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
openflamefromhotwaterheaters,electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store ina dry area outof t hereach ofchil-
dren.
CA UT I O N: Itisimportant toprevent g umde-
posits from forming in essential fuel system
parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel
hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to fuel m ixture separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage
the engine.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1--800--554--6723.
NEED SERVICE PART?
Contact your authorized service dealer.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
1. Ignition switch of f.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
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.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer .
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
1. Clean or replace air filter .
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer .
Engine
smokes
excessively.
1. Too much oil mixed with
gasoline.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
therecommendedremediesbelow exceptremedies thatrequireoperationoftheunit.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
Chain moves
at idle speed.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair .
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer .