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Operators ManualManual del Operador

Manuel de Lutilisateur

WARNING:Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using thisproduct. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

ADVERTENCIA:Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e enstrucciones deseguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.

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SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Always disconnect sparkplug wire and place wire where it cannotcontact spark plug to prevent accidentalstarting when setting up, transporting, ad-justing or making repairs except carburetoradjustments.

Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, special safety precautions mustbe observed to reduce the risk of accidents.Careless or improper use of this tool cancause serious injury.

PLAN AHEADS Read this manual carefully until you com-

pletely understand andcan follow all safe-ty rules, precautions, and operating in-structions before attempting to use theunit.

S Restrict the use of your saw to adult userswho understand and can follow safetyrules, precautions, and operating instruc-tions found in this manual.

SnugFittingClothing

SafetyShoes

Safety Chaps

Heavy DutyGloves

EyeProtection

HearingProtection

Safety Hat

S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles;snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slipgloves; eye protection such as non-fog-ging, vented goggles or face screen; anapproved safetyhard hat; andsound bar-riers(ear plugs or mufflers) to protect yourhearing. Regular users should have hear-ing checked regularly as chain saw noisecan damage hearing. Secure hair aboveshoulder length.

S Keep all parts of your body away from thechain when the engine is running.

S Keep children, bystanders, and animals aminimum of30 feet (10 Meters) awayfromthe work area. Do not allow other peopleor animals to be near the chain saw whenstarting or operating the chain saw.

S Do not handle or operate a chain sawwhen you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or ifyou have taken alcohol, drugs, ormedication. You must be in good physicalcondition and mentally alert. Chain sawwork is strenuous. If you have any condi-tion that might be aggravated by strenu-ous work, check with your doctor beforeoperating a chain saw.

S Carefully plan your sawing operation inadvance. Do not start cutting until youhave a clear work area, secure footing,and, if you are felling trees, a planned re-treat path.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELYS Do not operate a chain saw with one

hand. Serious injury to the operator, help-ers, bystanders or any combination ofthese persons may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is in-tended 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 atree, unless you are specifically trained todo so.

S Make sure the chain will not make contactwith any object while starting the engine.Never try to start the saw when the guidebar is in a cut.

S Do notput pressure on the sawat the endof the cut. Applying pressure can causeyou to lose control when the cut is com-pleted.

S Stop the engine before setting the sawdown.

S Be alert for springback when cutting alimb that is under tension so you will notbe struck by the limb or saw when theten-sion in the wood fibers is released.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOODWORKING ORDERS Haveall chainsaw service performed by a

qualified service dealerwith the exceptionof the items listed in the maintenance sec-tion of this manual. For example, if im-proper tools are used to remove or holdthe flywheel when servicing the clutch,structural damage to the flywheel can oc-cur and cause the flywheel to burst.

S Make certain the saw chain stops movingwhen the throttle trigger is released. Forcorrection, refer to Carburetor Adjust-ments.

S Never modify your saw in any way. Useonly attachments supplied or specificallyrecommended by the manufacturer.

S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free ofoil or fuel mixture.

S With the engine stopped, hand carry thechain saw with the muffler away from yourbody, and the guide bar and chain to the

rear, preferably covered with a scabbard.S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-teners securely tightened.

S Use only Poulan or Poulan Pro accesso-ries and replacement parts as recom-mended.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTIONS 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 be no smoking, openflames, or work that could cause sparks. Allow engine to cool before refueling.

S Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area onbare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well

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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 anon-combustible area, not on dry leaves,straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel capand refuel unit.

S Store the unit and fuel in an area wherefuel vapors cannot reach sparks or openflames from water heaters, electric motorsor switches, furnaces, etc.

KICKBACKWARNING: Kickback can occur when

the moving chain contacts an object at theupper portion of the tip of the guide bar orwhen the wood closes in and pinches thesaw chain in the cut. Contact at the upperportion of the tip of the guide bar can causethe chain to dig into the object, which stopsthe chain for an instant. The result is a light-ning fast, reverse reaction which kicks theguide bar up and back toward the operator.If the saw chain is pinched along the top ofthe guide bar, the guide bar can be drivenrapidly back toward the operator. Either ofthese reactions can cause loss of saw con-trol which can result in serious injury. Guardagainst kickback

Rotational Kickback is the rapid upwardand backward motion of the chain saw thatcan occur when the moving saw chain nearthe upper portion of the tip of the guide bar

contacts an object such as a log or abranch.

Pinch-Kickback and Pull-In occur when thechain is suddenly stopped by beingpinched, caught, or by contacting a foreignobject inthe wood. This sudden stopping ofthe chain results in a reversal of the chainforce used to cut wood and causes the sawto move in the opposite direction of thechain rotation. Pinch-Kickback drives thesaw straight back toward the operator. Pull-In pulls the saw away from the operator. Ei-ther reaction can result in loss of control andserious injury.

Avoid Pinch---Kickback:S Be extremely aware of situations or ob-

structions that can cause material topinch the top of or otherwise stop thechain.

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 engine at full

speed and saw housing against wood.S Use wedges made of plastic or wood.

Never use metal to hold the cut open.

Kickback Path

Clear the work area; avoid obstructions.

REDUCE THE CHANCE OFKICKBACKS Recognize that kickback can happen.

With a basic understanding of kickback,you can reduce the element of surprisewhich contributes to accidents.

S Never let the moving chain contact anyobject 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 oravoid any obstruction that your saw chaincould hit while you are cutting through aparticular log or branch.

S Keep your saw chain sharp and properlytensioned. A loose or dull chain can in-crease the chance of kickback occurring.Follow manufacturers chain sharpeningand maintenance instructions. Checktension at regular intervals with the en-gine stopped, never with engine running.Make sure the bar clamp nuts are secure-ly tightened after tensioning the chain.

S Begin and continue cutting at full speed.Ifchain is moving ata 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 cutand pinch orfall into chain.S Use Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar and

Low-Kickback Chain specified for yoursaw.

MAINTAIN CONTROLS Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both

hands when the engine is running anddont let go. A firm grip will help you reducekickback and maintain control of the saw.Keep the fingers of your left hand encirclingand your left thumb under the front handle-bar. Keep your right hand completelyaround the rear handle whether your areright handed or left handed. Keep your leftarm straight with the elbow locked.

Thumb on underside ofhandlebar

Elbow locked

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S Position your left hand on the front han-dlebar so it is in a straight line with yourright hand on the rear handle when mak-ing bucking cuts. Never reverse right andleft hand positions for any type of cutting.

Never reversehand positions

Stand to the left ofthe saw

S Stand with your weight evenly balancedon both feet.

S Stand slightly to the left side of the saw tokeep your body from being in a direct linewith the cutting chain.

S Do not overreach. You could be drawn orthrown off balance and lose control of saw.

S Do not cut above shoulder height. It is dif-ficult to maintain control of saw aboveshoulder height.

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURESWARNING: The following features areincluded on your saw to help reduce thehazard of kickback; however, such featureswill not totally eliminate this dangerous reac-tion. As a chain saw user, donot rely only on

safety devices. You must follow all safetyprecautions, instructions, and maintenancein this manual to help avoid kickback andother forces which can result in seriousinjury.S Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar, designed

with a small radius tip which reduces thesize of the kickback danger zone on bartip. A Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar hasbeen demonstrated to significantly re-duce the number and seriousness of kick-backs when tested in accordance withsafety requirements for gasoline poweredchain saws as set by ANSI B175.1.

Small Radius Tip

Symmetrical Guide Bar

Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar

Large Radius Tip

S Low-Kickback Chain, designed with acontoured depth gauge and guard linkwhich deflect kickback force and allowwood to gradually ride into the cutter.Low-Kickback Chain has met kickbackperformance requirements when testedon a representative sample of chain saws

below 3.8 cubic inch displacement speci-fied in ANSI B175.1.

Low--KickbackChain

Chain With High Kickback Potential

Can ObstructMaterial

Contoured Depth Gauge

Elongated Guard Link

Deflects KickbackForce And AllowsWood To GraduallyRide Into Cutter

S Handguard, designed to reduce thechance of your left hand contacting chainif your hand slips off the front handlebar.

S Position of front and rear handlebars, de-signed with distance between handlesand in-line with each other. The spreadand in-line position of the hands pro-vided by this design work together to givebalance and resistance in controlling thepivot of the saw back toward the operatorif kickback occurs.

ANSI B175.1-1991 American NationalStandard for Powered Tools --- GasolinePowered Chain Saw --- Safety Require-ments.NOTE: If this saw is to be used for com-mercial logging, you must order and

install a chain brake to comply with Feder-al OSHA Regulations for Commercial Log-ging. Contact your Authorized ServiceDealer or call 1-800-554-6723.

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure tovibrations through prolonged use ofgasoline powered hand tools could causeblood vessel or nerve damage in thefingers, hands, and joints of people proneto circulation disorders or abnormalswellings. Prolonged use in cold weatherhas been linked to blood vessel damage inotherwise healthy people. If symptomsoccur such as numbness, pain, loss ofstrength, change in skin color or texture, orloss offeeling in thefingers, hands,or joints,discontinue the use of this tool and seekmedical attention. An anti-vibration system

does not guarantee the avoidance of theseproblems. Users who operate power toolson a continual and regular basis mustmonitor closely their physical condition andthe condition of this tool.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw isequipped with a temperature limitingmuffler and spark arresting screen whichmeets the requirements of California Codes4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and thestates of California, Idaho, Maine,Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, andWashington require many internalcombustion engines to be equipped with aspark arrestor screen by law. If you operatea chain saw in a state or locale where such

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regulations exist, you are legallyresponsible for maintaining the operatingcondition of these parts. Failure to do so isa violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICEsection for maintenance of the SparkArrestor.

Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precau-tions can result in serious injury. If situationsoccur which are not covered in this manual,use care and good judgement. If you needassistance, contact your Authorized ServiceDealer.

ASSEMBLY

The assembly tool provided with your sawis the only tool needed for assembly. Pro-tective gloves (not provided) should beworn during assembly.

ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN(If not already attached)

WARNING: Recheck each assemblystep if the saw is received assembled. Al-ways wear gloves when handling the chain.The chain is sharp and can cut you evenwhen it is not moving!S Loosen and remove the clamp nuts and

the bar clamp from the saw.S Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if

present).

BarClamp

Clamp NutsAssemblyTool

Shipping

Spacer

S An adjusting pin and screw is used to ad-just the tension of the chain. It is very im-portant when assembling the bar, that thepin located on the adjusting screw alignsinto a hole in the bar.

AdjustmentScrew

S Turn the adjusting screw counterclock-wise to move the adjusting pin almost asfar as it will go to the rear. This should al-low the pin to be near the correct position.Further adjustment may be necessary asyou mount the bar.

S Mount the bar as illustrated.

S Slide the bartoward the rear of the saw asfar as possible.

S Prepare the chain by checking theproperdirection. Without following the illustrationit is easy to place the chain onthe saw thewrong direction. Use the illustration of thechain to determine the proper direction.

Proper chain direction

Tip of Bar

S Place the chain onto the sprocket locatedbehind the clutch drum. Fit the chain be-tween the teeth in the sprocket.

S Start at the top of the bar and fit chain intogroove around the guide bar.

S After chain is installed, pull bar forwarduntil chain is snug in the groove of thebar.

S Hold guide bar against the saw framemaking sure the adjusting pin is alignedwith the hole in the bar. Remember thispin moves the bar forward and backwardas screw is turned. Install the bar clamp.

S Replace the bar clamp nuts and tightenfinger tight. Once the chain is tensionedyou will need to tighten bar clamp nuts.

CHAIN TENSION (Including units withchain already installed)

NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,make sure the bar nuts are finger tight only. Attempting to tension the chain when the

bar nuts are tight can cause damage.Checking the tension:Use the screwdriver end of the combinationscrewdriver/wrench tool to move the chainaroundthe bar. If thechaindoes notrotate, itis too tight. If too loose, thechainwill sagbe-low the bar.

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Adjusting the tension:Chain tension is very important. Chainstretches during use. This is especially trueduring the first few times you use your saw.Always check chain tension each time youuse and refuel your saw.

You can adjust chain tension by looseningthe bar clamp nuts and turning adjustingscrew 1/4of a turn while lifting up on thebar.S If chain is too tight, turn adjusting screw

1/4 turn counterclockwise.S If chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw

1/4 turn clockwise.S Lift upthe tip ofthe bar and tighten the bar

clamp nuts with the assembly tool.

S Recheck chain tension. Tension is correctwhen chain does not sag below the barbut still can be moved around the bar.

Lifts only 1/8 of an inch from bar.

AdjustingScrew

FUELING & LUBRICATION

FUELING ENGINEThis engine is certified to operate onunleaded gasoline. Before operation,gasoline must be mixed with a good quality2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. Werecommend Poulan/Weed Eater brand oil. Ifyou do not use this oil, use a good quality2-cycle air-cooled oil designed to be mixed ata ratio of 40:1 (A 40:1 ratio is obtained bymixing 3.2 onces of oil with 1 gallon ofunleaded gasoline). When mixing fuel followthe instructions printed on the container. Always read and follow the safety rules

relating to fuel before fueling your unit.BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATIONThe bar and chain require continuous lu-brication. Lubrication is provided by the au-tomatic oilersystem when theoil tank is keptfilled. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the barandchain. Too little oil will cause overheatingshown by smoke coming from the chainand/or discoloration of the bar.

In freezing weather oil will thicken, making itnecessary to thin bar and chain oil with asmall amount (5to 10%) of #1 Diesel Fuel orkerosene. Bar and chain oil must be freeflowing for the oil system to pump enoughoil for adequate lubrication.

Genuine POULAN or POULAN PRO bar andchain oil is recommended to protect yourunit against excessive wear from heat andfriction. POULAN or POULAN PRO oil resistshigh temperature thinning. If POULAN orPOULAN PRO bar and chain oil is notavailable, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.S Never use waste oil for bar and chain lu-

brication.S Always stop the engine before removing

the oil cap.

Oil Cap Fuel mix cap

STARTING

WARNING: The chain must not movewhen the engine runs at idle speed. If thechain moves at idlespeed refer to CARBURE-TOR ADJUSTMENT within this manual. Avoidcontact with the muffler. A hot muffler cancause serious burns.To stop the engine move the switch to theSTOP or OFF position.

To start the engine hold the saw firmly onthe ground as illustrated below. Make sure

the chain is free to turn without contactingany object.S Move switch to the START or ON position.

IGNITIONSWITCH ON

OFF

(START)

(STOP)

Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.Use only 15--18 of rope per pull.

Important points to rememberWhen pulling the starter rope, do not usethe full extent of the rope as this cancause the rope to break. Do not let starterrope snap back. Hold the handle and letthe rope rewind slowly.

For cold weather starting, start the unit atfull choke; allow the engine to warm upbefore squeezing the throttle trigger.Do not cut material with the choke lever atthe FULL position.

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For cold engineor warm engineafterrun-ning out of fuel.S Pull the choke lever out to the full extent.

OFF FULL

CHOKE LEVER

Choke Lever

(SIDE VIEW)

S Press the throttle lockout with your righthand. Squeeze and hold the throttle trig-ger; Press and hold the fast idle lock with

your forefinger; release the throttle trig-ger.

NOTE: If the throttle trigger is squeezedduring starting, it will be necessary to re-set the fast idle lock.S Pull the starter rope quickly with your right

hand until the engine attempts to start,then push the choke lever to the half posi-tion.

S Pull the starter rope quickly with your righthand until the engine starts.

S Above 40 degrees, allow the engine torun for approximately five seconds, thenpush the choke knob to the off position.Then, squeeze and release the throttletrigger to release the fastidle, allowing theengine to idle.

S Below 40 degrees, allow the engine towarm up 30 seconds to oneminute at halfchoke. Push choke knob to the off posi-tion; Then, squeeze and release thethrottle trigger to allow engine to idle.

For a warm engine:S Move on/stop switch to the ON position.S Press the throttle lockout with your right

hand. Squeeze and hold the throttle trig-ger; Press and hold the fast idle lock withyour forefinger; release the throttle trig-ger.

S Be sure choke is in the OFF position.S Pull the starter handle until engine starts.S Squeeze and release the throttle trigger to

allow engine to idle.Difficult starting or flooded engine:

The engine may be flooded with too muchfuel if it has not started after 10 pulls.

Flooded engines can be cleared of excessfuel by following the warm engine startingprocedure listed above. Insure the ignitionswitch is in the ON or START position.

Starting could require pulling the starterrope handle many times depending on howbadly the unit is flooded. If engine fails tostart refer to the troubleshooting chart or callyour Authorized Service Dealer.

CUTTING METHODS

IMPORTANT POINTSS Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,

masonry, non-wood building materials, etc.

S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreignobject. Inspect the saw and repair partsas necessary.

S Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even asmall amount of dirt will quickly dull a chainand increase the possibility of kickback.

S Practice cutting a few small logs using thefollowing techniques to get the feel ofusing your saw before you begin a majorsawing operation.

S Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow theengine to reach full speed before cutting.

S Begin cutting with the saw frame againstthe log.

S Keep the engine at full speed the entiretime you are cutting.

S Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert onlylight downward pressure.

S Release the throttle trigger as soon as thecut is completed, allowing the engine toidle. If you run the saw at full throttle with-out a cutting load, unnecessary wear canoccur.

S To avoid losing control when cut is com-plete, do not put pressure on saw at endof cut.

S Stop the engine before setting the sawdown.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUESWARNING: Do not cut near buildings orelectrical wires if you do not know the direc-tion of tree fall, at night since you will not beableto see well, or duringbad weather suchas rain, snow, or strong winds. as fall is un-

predictable.Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-vance. You need a clear area all around thetree so you can have secure footing. Checkfor broken or dead branches which can fallon you causing serious injury.

Natural conditions that can cause a tree tofall 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 orsloping terrain.Use a plumb orlevel tode-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.

Make sure thereis enough room forthe tree tofall. Maintain a distance of 2-1/2 tree lengthsfrom the nearest person or other objects. En-gine noise can drown out a warning call.

Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, sta-ples, and wire from the tree where cuts areto be made.

Direction of Fall

45_

Plan a clear retreat path

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FELLING LARGE TREES(6 inches in diameter or larger)

The notch method is used to fell large trees.A notch is cut on the side of the tree in thedesired direction of fall. After a felling cut ismade on the opposite side of tree, the treewill tend to fall into the notch.

NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE TREES Make notch cut by cutting the top of the

notch first. Cut through 1/3 of thediameterof the tree. Next complete the notch bycutting the bottom of the notch. See il-lustration. Once the notch is cut removethe notch of wood from the tree.

S After removing the cutout of wood, makethe felling cut on the opposite side of thenotch. This is done bymaking a cut abouttwo inches higher than the center of thenotch. This will leave enough uncut woodbetween the felling cut and the notch toform a hinge. This hinge will help preventthe tree fromfalling in the wrong direction.

Notch

First cut

Second cut

Final cut here. 2 inchesabove center of notch.

Openingof fellingcut

Closing ofnotch

Hinge holds tree on stump and helpscontrol fall

NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, usewedges to open the cut when necessary tocontrol the direction of fall. Use wood or

plastic wedges, but never steel or iron, toavoid kickback and chain damage.S Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to

fall: cracking sounds, widening of the fell-ing cut, or movement in the upperbranches.

S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down,and get awayquickly on your planned re-treat path.

S Be extremely cautious with partially fallentrees that may be poorly supported.When a tree doesnt fall completely, setthe saw aside and pull down the tree witha cable winch, block and tackle, or tractor.To avoid injury, do notcut down a partiallyfallen tree with your saw.

CUTTING A FALLEN TREE(BUCKING)

Bucking is the term used for cutting a fall-en tree to the desired log length.

WARNING: Do not stand on the log be-ing cut. Any portion can roll causing loss offooting and control. Do not stand downhillof the log being cut.

Important pointsS Cut only one log at a time.S Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp

pieces of wood could be flung toward op-erator.

S Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never

allow another person to hold the log whilecutting and never hold the log with yourleg or foot.

S Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs,androots are tangled. Drag thelogs into aclear areabefore cutting by pulling out ex-posed and cleared logs first.

TYPES OF CUTTING USEDFOR BUCKINGWARNING: If saw becomes pinched orhung in a log, dont try to force it out. Youcan lose control of the saw resulting in injuryand/or damage to the saw. Stop the saw,drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the cutuntil the saw can be removed easily. Restartthe saw andcarefully reenter the cut. Do notattempt to restart your saw when it ispinched or hung in a log.

Overcutting begins on the top side of thelog with thesaw against the log. When over-cutting use light downward pressure.

OvercuttingUndercutting

Undercutting involves cutting on the un-derside ofthe log withtop ofsaw against thelog. When undercutting use light upwardpressure. Hold saw firmly and maintain con-trol. The saw will tend to push back towardyou.

WARNING: Never turn saw upsidedown to undercut. The saw cannot be con-trolled in this position.

Second cut

First cut on pressure side of log

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First cut on pressure side of log

Second cut

BUCKING WITHOUT ASUPPORTS Overcut through 1/3 of thediameter of log.S Roll log over; finish with a second overcut.S Give special attention to logs under strain

to prevent the saw from pinching. Makethe first cut on the pressure side to relievethe stress on the log.

BUCKING USING A LOG ORSUPPORT STANDS Remember your first cut is always on the

pressure side of the log.S Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the

diameter of the log.S Finish with your second cut.

1st Cut

2nd CutUsing a support stand

2nd Cut

1st Cut

LIMBING AND PRUNINGWARNING: Never climb into a tree tolimbor prune. Do not stand on ladders, platforms,a log, or in any position which can cause youto lose your balance or control of the saw.

IMPORTANT POINTSS Watch out for springpoles. Use extreme

caution when cutting small size limbs. Slen-der material may catch saw chain and bewhipped toward youor pull youoff balance.

S Be alert for springback. Watch out forbranches that are bent or underpressure.Avoid being struck by the branch or the

saw when the tension in thewood fibers isreleased.

S Frequently clear branches out of the wayto avoid tripping over them.

LIMBINGS Always limb a treeafter it iscut down. Only

then can limbing be done safely andproperly.

S Leave the larger limbs underneath thefelled tree to support the tree as you work.

S Start atbase of the felled tree and work to-ward the top, cutting branches and limbs.Remove small limbs with one cut.

S Keep the tree between you and the chainas much as possible.

S Remove larger,supporting branches withthe 1/3, 2/3 cutting techniques describedin the bucking section.

S Always use an overcut to cut small andfreely hanging limbs. Undercutting couldcause limbs to fall and pinch saw.

PRUNINGWARNING: Limit pruning to limbs shoul-der height or below. Do not cut if branchesare higher than your shoulder.Get a profes-sional to do the job.S Make your first cut 1/3 of the way through

the bottom of the limb.S Next make a 2nd cut all the way through

the limb. Then cut a third overcut leavinga 1 to 2 inch collar from the trunk of thetree.

First cut

Second cutThird cut

Collar

Pruningtechnique

SERVICE

We recommend all service and adjustmentsnot listed in this manual be performed by an Authorized Service Dealer.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Check For:Fuel Mixture Level Before each use.Bar Lubrication Before each use. . .Chain Tension Before each use. . . .Chain Sharpness Before each use. .Damaged parts Before each use. . .

Loose caps Before each use. . . . . .Loose fasteners Before each use. . .Inspect and Clean:

Bar Before each use. . . . . . . . . . . . .Complete saw After each use. . . .Clean cylinder fins After each use. Air filter Every 5 hours *. . . . . . . . . .Spark arrestor Every 25 hours *. . . .

Replace spark plug YearlyReplace fuel filter Yearly. .* Hours of Operation

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AIR FILTERCAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasolineor other flammable solvent to avoidcreatinga fire hazard or producing harmful evapora-tive emissions.

A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-ance and increases fuel consumption andharmful emissions. Always clean after every5 hours of operation.

Cleaning the air filter:S Clean the cover and the area around it to

keep dirt and sawdust from falling into thecarburetor chamber when the cover is re-moved.

SRemove the parts as illustrated.S Wash the filter in soap and water.

S Replace parts.

BAR MAINTENANCEIf yoursaw cutsto one side, has tobe forcedthrough thecut, orbeen runwith an improp-er amount of bar lubrication it may be nec-essary to service your bar. A worn bar willdamage your chain and make cuttingdifficult.

Replace your barif bent or the inside rails ofthe bar are worn.S Clean the oil holes after each 5 hours of

operationS Remove sawdust from bar groove period-

ically with a wire or putty knife.

Guide BarGroove

Oil Holes

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTSCarburetor adjustment is critical and if doneimproperly can permanently damage yourunit. We recommend you contact an Autho-rized Service Dealer for adjustments.IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT: Turn the Idle

Speed Screw clockwise until it stops. Nowturn the screw counterclockwise 4-1/2turns. This should allow the engine to runwithout thechain turning. If thechainmovesat idle speed, do not use your unit. Contactan Authorized Service Dealer. Idle speed iscorrect when engine runs without stallingand chain does not turn.MIXTURE ADJUSTMENTS: If your carbu-retor includes limiter caps (Plastic caps onthemixture screws) , do notforce thescrewsbeyond thestops of the limiter caps or dam-age will occur. Do not remove these caps.Small adjustments will affect your unit. Donot adjust more than 1/16th turn withoutchecking performance.

CHAIN SHARPENINGChain sharpening is a complicated task thatrequires special tools. We recommendedyou refer chainsharpening to a professionalchain sharpener

IGNITION TIMINGIgnition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.

SPARK PLUGReplace the spark plug yearly. Gapto .025.

STORAGEWARNING: Stop engine and allow tocool, and secure the unit before storing ortransporting in a vehicle. Store unit and fuelin an area where fuel vapors cannot reachsparks or open flames from water heaters,

electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.Store unit with all guards in place. Positionso that anysharp object cannot accidentallycause injury to passersby. Store the unit outof reach of children.S Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit.

Start engine and allow to run until it stops.S Clean the unit before storing. Payparticu-

lar attention to the air intake area,keepingit free of debris. Use a mild detergent andsponge to clean the plastic surfaces.

S Do not store the unit or fuel in a closedarea where fuel vapors can reach sparksor an open flame from hot water heaters,electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

S Store in a dryareaout ofreach ofchildren.CAUTION: It is important to prevent gumdeposits from forming in essential fuel sys-tem parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter,

fuel hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alco-hol blended fuels (called gasohol or usingethanol or methanol) can attract moisturewhich leads to fuel mixture separation andformation of acids during storage. Acidic gascan damage the engine.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine will not start.S Ignition switch off.S Engine flooded.S Fuel tank empty.S Spark plug not firing.S Fuel not reaching carburetor.

Engine will not idle properly.

S Air filter dirty.S Spark plug fouled.S Carburetor requires adjustment.

Engine will not accelerate, lackspower, or dies under a load.

Engine smokes excessively.S Too much oil mixed with gasoline

S Carburetor requires adjustment.S Crankshaft seals worn.

LIMITED WARRANTY

FRIGIDAIRE HOME PRODUCTS, Div.WCI Outdoor Products, Inc., warrants to theoriginal purchaser that each new Poulanr orPoulan Pror brand gasoline chain saw isfree from defects in material and workman-ship and agrees to repair or replace underthis warranty any defective gasoline chainsaw as follows from the original date of pur-chase.1 YEAR --- Parts and Labor, when used forHousehold purposes.60 DAYS --- Parts and Labor, when used forCommercial, Professional, or Income Pro-ducing purposes.30 DAYS --- Partsand Labor, if used forrent-al purposes.This warranty is not transferable and doesnot cover damage or liability caused by im-proper handling, improper maintenance, orthe use of accessories and/or attachmentsnot specifically recommended by FrigidaireHome Products for this chain saw.Addition-ally, this warranty does not cover damagecaused by improper handling, impropermaintenance, or if the saw is altered in anyway which in our judgement affects its con-dition or operation. This warranty does notcover tune---up, spark plugs, filters, starter

ropes, starter springs, chain sharpening,bars, chains, and other parts which wearand require replacement with reasonableuse during the warranty period. This war-ranty does not cover predelivery set---up,installation of guide bar and chain, and nor-mal adjustments explained in the operatorsmanual such as carburetor adjustmentsand chain tension adjustments. This war-ranty does not cover transportation costs.THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFICLEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVEOTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROMSTATE TO STATE.NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OROTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,

AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESSWARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESS-LY STIPULATED HEREIN.SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION ORLIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVELIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOTAPPLY TO YOU.Frigidaire Home Products policy is to con-tinuously improve its products. Therefore,Frigidaire Home Products reserves the rightto change, modify, or discontinue models,designs, specifications, and accessories ofall products at anytime without notice orob-

ligation to any purchaser.

U.S. EPA/CALIFORNIAEMISSION CONTROL

WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-LIGATIONS: The U. S. EnvironmentalProtection Agency/California Air ResourcesBoard and POULAN/WEED EATER, DIVI-SION OF WCI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS arepleased to explain the emissions controlsystem warranty on your lawn and gardenequipment engine. All new utility and lawnand garden equipment engines must bedesigned, built, and equipped to meet thestringent anti ---smog standards. POULAN/WEED EATER must warrant the emissioncontrol system on your lawn and gardenequipment engine for the periods of timelisted below provided there has been noabuse, neglect, or improper maintenance ofyour lawn and garden equipment engine.Your emission control system includes partssuch as the carburetor and the ignition sys-tem. Where a warrantable condition exits,POULAN/WEED EATER will repair yourlawn and garden equipment engine at nocost to you. Expenses covered under war-ranty include diagnosis, parts and labor.MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY COV-ERAGE: If any emissions related part onyour engine (as listed under EmissionsControl Warranty Parts List) is defective or adefect in the materials or workmanship ofthe engine causes the failure of such anemission related part, the part will be re-

paired or replaced by POULAN/WEED EAT-ER. OWNERS WARRANTY RESPONSI-BILITIES: As the lawn and gardenequipment engine owner, you are responsi-ble for the performance of the requiredmaintenance listed in your Owners Manual.POULAN/WEED EATER recommends thatyou retain all receipts covering mainte-nance on your lawn and gardenequipmentengine, but POULAN/WEED EATER cannotdeny warranty solely for the lack of receiptsor for yourfailure to ensure the performanceof all scheduled maintenance. As the lawnand garden equipment engine owner, youshould be aware that POULAN/WEED EAT-ER may deny you warranty coverage if your

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lawn and garden equipment engine or apart of it has failed due to abuse, neglect,improper maintenance, unapproved modi-fications, orthe useof parts notmade or ap-proved by the original equipment manufac-turer. You are responsible for presentingyour lawn and garden equipment engine toa POULAN/WEED EATER authorized repaircenter as soon as a problem exists. Warran-ty repairs should be completed in a reason-able amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.If you have any questions regarding yourwarranty rights and responsibilities, youshould contact your nearest authorized ser-vice center or call POULAN/WEED EATERat 1---800 ---554---6723. WARRANTY COM-

MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty periodbegins on the date the lawn and gardenequipment engine is purchased. LENGTHOF COVERAGE: This warranty shall be fora period of two years from the initial date ofpurchase. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIROR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair orreplacement of any warranted part will beperformed at no charge to the owner at anapproved POULAN/WEED EATER servic-ing center. If you have any questions re-garding your warranty rights and responsi-bilities, you should contact your nearestauthorized service center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at 1---800---554---6723 WAR-RANTYPERIOD:Anywarranted partwhichis not scheduled for replacement as re-quired maintenance, or which is scheduledonly for regular inspection to the effect of

repair or replace as necessary shall bewarranted for 2 years. Any warranted partwhich is scheduled for replacement as re-quired maintenance shall be warranted forthe period of time up to the first scheduledreplacement point for that part.DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be

charged for diagnostic labor which leads tothe determination that a warranted part isdefective if the diagnostic work is performedat an approved POULAN/WEED EATERservicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-AGES: POULAN/WEED EATER may be li-able for damages to other engine compo-nents caused by the failure of a warrantedpart still under warranty. WHAT IS NOTCOVERED: All failures caused by abuse,neglect, or improper maintenance are notcovered. ADD---ON OR MODIFIEDPARTS: Theuse of add---on or modified partscan be grounds for disallowing a warrantyclaim. POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable tocover failures of warranted parts caused by

the use of add---on or modified parts. HOWTO FILE A CLAIM: If you have any ques-tions regarding your warranty rights and re-sponsibilities, you should contact yournearest authorized service center or callPOULAN/WEED EATER at1---800---554---6723. WHERE TO GETWARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty servicesor repairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED EATER service centers. call:1---800---554---6723 MAINTENANCE, RE-PLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSIONRELATED PARTS: Any POULAN/WEEDEATER approved replacement part used inthe performance of any warranty mainte-nance or repair on emission related partswill be provided without chargeto theownerif the part is under warranty. EMISSIONCONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Car-

buretor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (cov-ered up to maintenance schedule), IgnitionModule. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:The owner is responsible for the perfor-mance of all required maintenance as de-fined in the owners manual.