9
FUELING & LUBRICATION
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slow-
ly when refueling.
FUELING ENGINE
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be
mixed with a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled
engine oil. We recommend
Poulan/Weed Eat-
er
R
brand oil. If you do not use this oil, use a
good quality 2-cycle air-cooled oil designed to
be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is ob-
tained by mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon
of unleaded gasoline. Included with this saw is
a 3.2 ounce container of Poulan/Weed Eater
brand oil. Pour the entire contents of this con-
tainer into 1 gallon of gasoline to achieve the
proper fuel mixture.
DO NOT USE automotive or boat oil. These
oils will cause engine damage. When mixing
fuel follow the instructions printed on the con-
tainer. 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 of oil will quickly ruin the bar and
chain. Too little oil will cause overheating
shown by smoke coming from the chain and/
or discoloration of the bar.
In freezing weather oil will thicken, making it
necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a
small amount (5 to 10%) of #1 Diesel Fuel or
kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
Genuine
Poulan
R
bar and chain oil is recom-
mended to protect your unit against exces-
sive wear from heat and friction.
Poulan
R
oil resists high temperature thinning. If
Pou-
lan
R
bar and chain oil is not available, use a
good grade SAE 30 oil.
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Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-
cation.
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Always stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol--blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To
avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage for 30
days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See STORAGE section for 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 to CAR-
BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
To stop the engine
move the ON/STOP
switch to the STOP position.
To start the engine
hold the saw firmly on
the ground as illustrated. Make sure the
chain is free to turn without contacting any
object.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
Use only 15”--18” of rope per pull.
Left hand
on front
handle
Right foot through rear handle
Starter rope handle
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.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to cut material with
the fast idle lock button in the locked position.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
ON/STOP SWITCH
ON
STOP
(SIDE VIEW)
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Move ON/STOP switch to the ON position.
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Pull choke knob out to the full extent.
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Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.
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Squeeze and hold throttle trigger. With
thumb press fast idle lock down; then re-
lease throttle trigger.
Fast idle lock button
Choke knob
Throttle
trigger
Throttle
lock--out
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Sharply pull the starter rope handle 5 times
with your right hand. Then, proceed to the
next step.
NOTE:
If the engine sounds as if it is try-
ing to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling
and immediately proceed to the next step.