Poulan Chainsaw 530088886 User Manual

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Operator’s Manual  
Manual del Operador  
Manuel de L’utilisateur  
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For Occasional Use Only  
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WARNING:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before  
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
ADVERTENCIA:  
Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e enstruc-  
ciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones  
graves.  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
Lire le manuel de l’utilisateur et bien respecter tous les avertisse-  
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire  
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.  
Electrolux Home Products  
North America  
Div. of WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.  
Augusta, GA 30907  
Copyright E2001 WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.  
530088886  
3/15/01  
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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.  
Avoid Obstructions  
S Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a  
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,  
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap  
and refuel unit.  
S Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel  
vapors cannot reach sparks or open  
flames from water heaters, electric motors  
or switches, furnaces, etc.  
Clear The Working Area  
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF  
KICKBACK  
S Recognize that kickback can happen.  
With a basic understanding of kickback,  
you can reduce the element of surprise  
which contributes to accidents.  
KICKBACK  
WARNING: Avoid kickback which  
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the  
backward, upward or sudden forward motion  
of the guide bar occurring when the saw  
chain near the upper tip of the guide bar con-  
tacts any object such as a log or branch, or  
when the wood closes in and pinches the  
saw chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign ob-  
ject in the wood can also result in loss of  
chain saw control.  
S Rotational Kickback can occur when the  
moving chain contacts an object at the up-  
per tip of the guide bar. This contact can  
cause the chain to dig into the object,  
which stops the chain for an instant. The  
result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction  
which kicks the guide bar up and back to-  
ward the operator.  
S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the  
wood closes in and pinches the moving  
saw chain in the cut along the top of the  
guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly  
stopped. This sudden stopping of the  
chain results in a reversal of the chain  
force used to cut wood and causes the  
saw to move in the opposite direction of the  
chain rotation. The saw is driven straight  
back toward the operator.  
S Never let the moving chain contact any ob-  
ject 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 or avoid  
any obstruction that your saw chain could  
hit while you are cutting. When cutting a  
branch, do not let the guide bar contact  
branch or other objects around it.  
S Keep your saw chain sharp and properly  
tensioned. A loose or dull chain can in-  
crease the chance of kickback occurring.  
Follow manufacturers chain sharpening  
and maintenance instructions. Check ten-  
sion at regular intervals with the engine  
stopped, never with the engine running.  
Make sure the chain brake nuts are se-  
curely tightened after tensioning the chain.  
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If  
the chain is moving at a slower speed,  
there is greater chance of kickback occur-  
ring.  
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 Pull-In can occur when the moving chain  
contacts a foreign object in the wood in the  
cut along the bottom of the guide bar and  
the saw chain is suddenly stopped. This  
sudden stopping pulls the saw forward and  
away from the operator and could easily  
cause the operator to lose control of the  
saw.  
S Watch for shifting logs or other forces that  
could close a cut and pinch or fall into  
chain.  
S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar  
and Low--Kickback Chain specified for  
your saw.  
MAINTAIN CONTROL  
Avoid Pinch--Kickback:  
S Be extremely aware of situations or ob-  
structions that can cause material to pinch  
the top of or otherwise stop the chain.  
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 the engine at full  
speed and the saw housing against wood.  
S Use wedges made of plastic or wood.  
Never use metal to hold the cut open.  
Stand to
of the sa
Thumb on  
underside of  
handlebar  
Never r
hand positions  
Kickback Path  
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Large Radius Tip  
Elbow locked  
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a  
contoured depth gauge and guard link  
which deflect kickback force and allow  
wood to gradually ride into the cutter. Low--  
Kickback Chain has met kickback per-  
formance requirements when tested on a  
representative sample of chain saws be-  
low 3.8 cubic inch displacement specified  
in ANSI B175.1.  
Thumb on underside of  
handlebar  
S Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both  
hands when the engine is running and  
don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce  
kickback and maintain control of the saw.  
Keep the fingers of your left hand encir-  
cling and your left thumb under the front  
handlebar. Keep your right hand com-  
pletely around the rear handle whether  
your are right handed or left handed. Keep  
your left arm straight with the elbow  
locked.  
Contoured Depth Gauge  
Elongated Guard Link  
Deflects  
Kickback Force  
Low---Kickback  
And Allows Wood  
Chain  
To Gradually  
Ride Into Cutter  
S Position your left hand on the front handle-  
bar so it is in a straight line with your right  
hand on the rear handle when making  
bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left  
hand positions for any type of cutting.  
S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on  
both feet.  
S Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to  
keep your body from being in a direct line  
with the cutting chain.  
S Do not overreach. You could be drawn or  
thrown off balance and lose control of the  
saw.  
S Do not cut above shoulder height. It is diffi-  
cult to maintain control of saw above  
shoulder height.  
Can Obstruct Material  
Not a Low---Kickback Chain  
S Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce the  
chance of your left hand contacting the  
chain if your hand slips off the front handle-  
bar.  
S Position of front and rear handlebars, de-  
signed with distance between handles and  
“in-line” with each other. The spread and  
“in-line” position of the hands provided by  
this design work together to give balance  
and resistance in controlling the pivot of  
the saw back toward the operator if kick-  
back occurs.  
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES  
CHAIN BRAKE  
S Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in  
the event of kickback.  
WARNING: The following features  
are included on your saw to help reduce the  
hazard of kickback; however, such features  
will not totally eliminate this danger. As a  
chain saw user, do not rely only on safety de-  
vices. You must follow all safety precau-  
tions, instructions, and maintenance in this  
manual to help avoid kickback and other  
forces which can result in serious injury.  
S Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed  
with a small radius tip which reduces the  
size of the kickback danger zone on the  
bar tip. A Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar  
has been demonstrated to significantly re-  
duce the number and seriousness of kick-  
backs when tested in accordance with  
safety requirements for gasoline powered  
chain saws as set by ANSI B175.1.  
WARNING: WE DO NOT REP-  
RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS-  
SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL  
PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A  
KICKBACK. Kickback is a lightning fast ac-  
tion which throws the bar and rotating chain  
back and up toward the operator. Kickback  
can be caused by allowing contact of the bar  
tip in the danger zone with any hard object.  
Kickback can also be caused by pinching the  
saw chain along the top of the guide bar. This  
action may push the guide bar rapidly back  
toward the operator. Either of these events  
may cause you to lose control of the saw  
which could result in serious injury or even  
death. DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF THE  
DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW. YOU  
SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY AND  
CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK. Re-  
duced--kickback guide bars and low--kick-  
back saw chains reduce the chance and  
magnitude of kickback and are recom-  
mended. Your saw has a low kickback chain  
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar  
Small Radius Tip  
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and bar as original equipment. Repairs on a  
chain brake should be made by an autho-  
rized servicing dealer. Take your unit to the  
place of purchase if purchased from a ser-  
vicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized  
master service dealer.  
ASSEMBLY  
Protective gloves (not provided) should be  
worn during assembly.  
S Tip contact in some cases may cause a light-  
ning fast reverse REACTION, kicking the  
guide bar up and back toward the operator.  
S Pinching the saw chain along the top of the  
guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly  
back toward the operator.  
S Either of these reactions may cause you to  
lose control of the saw which could result  
in serious injury.Do not rely exclusively  
upon the safety devices built into your saw.  
NOTE: If this saw is to be used for commer-  
cial logging, a chain brake is required and  
shall not be removed or otherwise disabled  
to comply with Federal OSHA Regulations  
for Commercial Logging. Contact your Au-  
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not  
already attached)  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is prop-  
erly assembled and all fasteners are secure.  
Always wear gloves when handling the  
chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you  
even when it is not moving!  
S Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts  
and the chain brake from the saw.  
S Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if  
present).  
Location of shipping spacer  
thorized  
1--800--554--6423.  
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure  
Service  
Dealer  
or  
call  
to  
vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline  
powered hand tools could cause blood  
vessel or nerve damage in the fingers,  
hands, and joints of people prone to  
circulation disorders or abnormal 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, or joints, discontinue 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 closely their  
physical condition and the condition of this  
tool.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is equipped  
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark  
arresting screen which meets the  
requirements of California Codes 4442 and  
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of  
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New  
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by  
law that many internal combustion engines  
to be equipped with a spark arresting screen.  
If you operate a chain saw in a state or locale  
where such regulations exist, you are legally  
responsible for maintaining the operating  
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is  
a violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE  
section for maintenance of the spark  
arresting screen.  
Chain Brake  
Nuts  
Chain
Bar Tool  
S Turn adjusting screw on bar counterclock-  
wise to move the tensioning rack as far as  
it will go toward the front of the bar.  
Adjusting  
Screw  
Tensioning Rack  
S Mount the bar as illustrated.  
S Slide the bar behind clutch drum until bar  
stops against clutch drum sprocket.  
S Prepare the chain by checking the proper  
direction. Without following the illustration  
it is easy to place the chain on the saw in  
the wrong direction. Use the illustration of  
the chain to determine the proper direc-  
tion.  
STANDARDS: This saw is listed by Un-  
derwriters Laboratories, Inc., in accordance  
with American National Standards for Gaso-  
line--Powered Chain Saw Safety Require-  
ments (ANSI B175.1-1991).  
Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precau-  
tions can result in serious injury. If situations  
occur which are not covered in this manual,  
use care and good judgement. If you need  
assistance, contact your Authorized Service  
Dealer or call 1-800--554--6723.  
S Place the chain onto the sprocket located  
behind the clutch drum (see illustration).  
Fit the chain between the teeth in the  
sprocket.  
S Start at the top of the bar and fit chain into  
groove around the guide bar.  
S Pull the bar forward until the chain is snug  
in the groove of the bar. Ensure all drive  
links are in the bar groove.  
S Hold guide bar against the saw frame and  
install the chain brake.  
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S Replace the chain brake nuts and tighten  
finger tight. Once the chain is tensioned  
you will need to tighten chain brake nuts.  
Guide bar  
Adjusting  
Screw  
S Using the screwdriver end of the bar tool,  
roll chain around guide bar to ensure all  
links are in bar groove.  
Mount the Bar  
Tip of Bar  
Chain Adjustment  
Tool (Bar Tool)  
Chain Brake Nuts  
S Lift up tip of guide bar to check for sag. Re-  
lease tip of guide bar, then turn adjusting  
screw until sag does not exist.  
S Tighten bar clamp nuts with the bar tool.  
Torque to 10--15 ft/lbs.  
Place chain onto the sprocket  
CHAIN TENSION (Including units with  
chain already installed)  
NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,  
make sure the chain brake nuts are finger  
tight only. Attempting to tension the chain  
when the chain brake nuts are tight can  
cause damage.  
S Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool to  
move chain around guide bar.  
S If chain does not rotate, it is too tight.  
Slightly loosen bar clamp nuts and loosen  
chain by turning the adjusting screw. Re-  
tighten bar clamp nuts.  
S If chain is too loose, it will sag below the  
guide bar. DO NOT operate the saw if the  
chain is loose.  
Adjusting the tension:  
Chain tension is very important. Chain  
stretches during use. This is especially true  
during the first few times you use your saw.  
Always check chain tension each time you  
use and refuel your saw.  
S An adjusting screw (located on the guide  
bar) is used to adjust the tension of the  
WARNING: If the saw is operated  
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off  
the guide bar and result in serious injury.  
chain (see illustration).  
Turn adjusting  
screw clockwise until chain solidly con-  
tacts bottom of guide bar rail.  
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OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR SAW  
READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR  
CHAIN SAW. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of  
the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.  
Chain  
Adjustment Tool  
Front Handle  
Starter Rope  
Front Hand Guard  
ON/STOP  
Switch  
Muffler  
Chain  
Primer  
Bulb  
Starter  
Housing  
Bar Oil Fill Cap  
Fuel Mix Fill Cap  
Cylinder Cover  
ion  
vel  
Rear  
Hand
Th
Trigger  
Fast Idle  
Lever  
Chain  
Brake  
Chain  
Catcher  
ON/STOP SWITCH  
CHAIN BRAKE  
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the  
engine.  
The CHAIN BRAKE is a device designed to  
stop the chain if kickback occurs. The chain  
brake activates automatically in the event of  
kickback. The chain brake activates manu-  
ally if the front hand guard is pushed forward.  
The chain brake is disengaged by pulling the  
front hand guard back toward the front han-  
dle as far as possible.  
THROTTLE TRIGGER  
The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine  
speed.  
THROTTLE LOCKOUT  
The THROTTLE LOCKOUT must be pressed  
before you can squeeze the throttle trigger.  
This feature prevents you from accidentally  
squeezing the trigger.  
CHAIN TENSION  
It is normal for a new chain to stretch during first  
30 minutes of operation. You should check  
your chain tension frequently. See CHAIN  
TENSION under the SERVICE AND AD-  
JUSTMENTS section.  
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER  
The choke and fast idle are set by pulling the  
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out fully for cold  
or refueled starting. The choke provides addi-  
tional fuel to the engine during cold starting.  
WARNING: Muffler is very hot dur-  
ing and after use. Do not touch the muffler or  
allow combustible material such as dry  
grass or fuel to do so.  
PRIMER BULB  
The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the  
carburetor to provide quicker starting.  
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FUELING & LUBRICATION  
STARTING  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow-  
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.  
ly when refueling.  
FUELING ENGINE  
This engine is certified to operate on  
unleaded 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  
mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of  
unleaded gasoline). DO NOT USE  
automotive or boat 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.  
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.  
Use only 15---18” of rope per pull.  
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope  
Starter rope handle  
Left hand  
on front  
handle  
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.  
Right foot through rear 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 rewind  
slowly.  
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.  
For cold weather starting, start the unit at  
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up  
before squeezing the throttle trigger.  
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/  
fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE posi-  
tion.  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or  
warm engine after running out of  
fuel):  
NOTE: In the following steps, when the  
choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full  
extent, the correct throttle setting for starting  
is set automatically.  
S Move ON/STOP switch to the ONposition.  
S Pull out choke/fast idle to the full extent.  
S Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.  
S Pull the starter rope quickly with your right  
hand 5 times, then push the choke/fast idle  
lever in completely (to the OFF position).  
S Pull the starter rope quickly with your right  
hand until the engine starts.  
S Allow the engine to run for approximately 5  
seconds. Then, squeeze and release  
throttle trigger to allow engine to return to  
idle speed.  
Genuine Poulan or Poulan ProR bar and  
chain oil is recommended to protect your unit  
against excessive wear from heat and  
friction. Poulan or Poulan ProR oil resists  
high temperature thinning. If Poulan or  
Poulan ProR  
bar and chain oil is not  
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.  
S Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-  
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 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.  
ON/STOP  
Switch  
Primer  
Bulb  
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The chain brake should be replaced by an  
authorized service dealer if any part is worn  
to less than 1/32” thick. Repairs on a chain  
brake should be made by an authorized ser-  
vice dealer. Take your unit to the place of pur-  
chase if purchased from a servicing dealer,  
or to the nearest authorized master service  
dealer.  
ON/STOP SWITCH  
ON  
STOP  
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER  
(SIDE VIEW)  
S This saw is equipped with a chain brake.  
The brake is designed to stop the chain if  
kickback occurs.  
S The inertia--activated chain brake is  
activated if the front hand guard is pushed  
forward, either manually (by hand) or  
automatically (by sudden movement).  
S If the brake is already activated, it is  
disengaged by pulling the front hand guard  
back toward the front handle as far as  
possible.  
Choke/Fast  
Idle Lever  
OFF FULL  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE:  
S Move ON/STOP switch to the ONposition.  
S Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the full  
extent, then push the lever back in com-  
pletely (to the OFF position).  
S Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
S Pull the starter rope quickly with your right  
hand until the engine starts.  
S Squeeze and release throttle trigger, al-  
lowing engine to idle.  
S When cutting with the saw, the chain brake  
must be disengaged.  
Disengaged  
DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a  
flooded engine):  
The engine may be flooded with too much  
fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls.  
Flooded engines can be cleared of excess  
fuel by following the warm engine starting  
procedure listed above. Insure the ON/  
STOP switch is in the ON position.  
Starting could require pulling the starter rope  
handle many times depending on how badly  
the unit is flooded. If engine fails to start, refer  
to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call  
1-800-554-6723.  
Braking function control  
CAUTION: The chain brake must be  
checked several times daily. The engine  
must be running when performing this proce-  
dure. This is the only instance when the saw  
should be placed on the ground with the en-  
gine running.  
Place the saw on firm ground. Hold the han-  
dles with both hands and apply full throttle.  
Activate the chain brake by turning your left  
wrist against the hand guard without releas-  
ing your grip around the front handle. The  
chain should stop immediately.  
CHAIN BRAKE  
WARNING: WE DO NOT REP-  
RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS-  
SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL  
PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A  
KICKBACK. Kickback is a lightning fast ac-  
tion which throws the bar and rotating chain  
back and up toward the operator. Kickback  
can be caused by allowing contact of the bar  
tip in the danger zone with any hard object.  
Kickback can also be caused by pinching the  
saw chain along the top of the guide bar. This  
action may push the guide bar rapidly back  
toward the operator. Either of these events  
may cause you to lose control of the saw  
which could result in serious injury or even  
death. DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF THE  
DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW. YOU  
SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY AND  
CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK. Re-  
duced--kickback guide bars and low--kick-  
back saw chains reduce the chance and  
magnitude of kickback and are recom-  
mended. Your saw has a low kickback chain  
and bar as original equipment. If the brake  
band is worn too thin it may break when the  
chain brake is triggered. With a broken brake  
band, the chain brake will not stop the chain.  
Inertia activating function control  
WARNING: When performing the  
following procedure, the engine must be  
turned off.  
Hold the chain saw approximately 14” (35  
cm) above a stump or other wooden surface.  
Release your grip on the front handle and  
use the weight of the saw to let the top of the  
guide bar fall forward and contact the stump.  
When the tip of the bar hits the stump, the  
brake should activate.  
CUTTING METHODS  
IMPORTANT POINTS  
S Check chain tension before first use and  
after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN  
TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section.  
S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,  
masonry, non-wood building materials,  
etc.  
S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign  
object. Inspect the saw and repair or re-  
place parts as necessary.  
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S 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 kick-  
back.  
S Practice cutting a few small logs using the  
following techniques to get the “feel” of us-  
ing your saw before you begin a major  
sawing operation.  
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 ob-  
jects. Engine noise can drown out a warning  
call.  
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, sta-  
ples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to  
be made.  
S
Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow  
the engine to reach full speed before  
cutting.  
Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diag-  
onal to the line of fall.  
S
S
S
Begin cutting with the saw frame  
against the log.  
Plan a clear retreat path  
Keep the engine at full speed the en-  
tire time you are cutting.  
Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert  
only light downward pressure. If you  
force the cut, damage to the bar,  
chain, or engine can result.  
Release the throttle trigger as soon as  
the cut is completed, allowing the en-  
gine to idle. If you run the saw at full  
throttle without a cutting load, unnec-  
essary wear can occur to the chain,  
bar, and engine. It is recommended  
that the engine not be operated for  
longer than 30 seconds at full  
throttle.  
Direction of Fall  
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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 the de-  
sired direction of fall. After a felling cut is  
made on the opposite side of tree, the tree  
will tend to fall into the notch.  
S
To avoid losing control when cut is  
complete, do not put pressure on saw  
at end of cut.  
NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,  
remove them before making the notch.  
S Stop the engine before setting the saw  
down after cutting.  
NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE  
TREE  
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES  
S Make notch cut by cutting the top of the  
notch first. Cut through 1/3 of the diameter  
of the tree. Next complete the notch by cut-  
ting the bottom of the notch. See illustra-  
tion. Once the notch is cut remove the  
notch of wood from the tree.  
S After removing the cutout of wood, make  
the felling cut on the opposite side of the  
notch. This is done by making a cut about  
two inches higher than the center of the  
notch. This will leave enough uncut wood  
between the felling cut and the notch to  
form a hinge. This hinge will help prevent  
the tree from falling in the wrong direction.  
WARNING: Check for broken or  
dead branches which can fall while cutting  
causing serious injury. Do not cut near build-  
ings or electrical wires if you do not know the  
direction of tree fall, nor cut at night since you  
will not be ale to see well, nor during bad  
weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds,  
etc.  
S Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-  
vance.  
S Clear the work area. You need a clear area  
all around the tree so you can have secure  
footing.  
S Study the natural conditions that can  
cause the tree to fall in a particular direc-  
tion.  
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to  
fall 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 or  
sloping terrain. Use a plumb or level to de-  
termine the direction of tree lean.  
S Weight and branches on one side.  
S Surrounding trees and obstacles.  
Look for decay and ro.t If the trunk is rotted,  
it can snap and fall toward the operator.  
Check for broken or dead branches which  
can fall on you while cutting.  
Final (felling) cut here. 2 inches  
above center of notch.  
First cut  
Notch  
Second cut  
Hinge  
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Hinge holds tree on stump and helps  
control fall  
use a metal wedge. Do not attempt to restart  
your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log.  
Use a wedge to remove pinched saw  
Opening  
of felling  
cut  
Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or  
wooden wedge to force cut open.  
Overcutting begins on the top side of the log  
with the bottom of the saw against the log.  
When overcutting use light downward pres-  
sure.  
Closing of  
notch  
Overcutting  
Undercutting  
NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use  
wedges to open the cut when necessary to  
control the direction of fall. To avoid kickback  
and chain damage, use wood or plastic  
wedges, but never steel or iron wedges.  
S Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to  
fall: cracking sounds, widening of the fell-  
ing cut, or movement in the upper  
branches.  
Undercutting involves cutting on the under-  
side of the log with top of saw against the log.  
When undercutting use light upward pres-  
sure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control.  
The saw will tend to push back toward you.  
S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down,  
and get away quickly on your planned re-  
treat path.  
S Be extremely cautious with partially fallen  
trees that may 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 tackle, or tractor. Do not  
cut down a partially fallen tree with your  
saw.  
WARNING: Never turn saw upside  
down to undercut. The saw cannot be con-  
trolled in this position.  
Always make your first cut on the compres-  
sion side of the log. The compression side of  
the log is where the pressure of the log’s  
weight is concentrated.  
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE  
(BUCKING)  
First cut on compression side of log  
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen  
tree to the desired log size.  
WARNING: Do not stand on the log  
being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss  
of footing and control. Do not stand downhill  
of the log being cut.  
IMPORTANT POINTS  
S Cut only one log at a time.  
Second cut  
Second cut  
S Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp  
pieces of wood could be flung toward oper-  
ator.  
S 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.  
S Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs,  
and roots are tangled such as in a blown  
down area. Drag the logs into a clear area  
before cutting by pulling out exposed and  
cleared logs first.  
First cut on compression side of log  
BUCKING WITHOUT A  
SUPPORT  
S Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the  
log.  
S Roll the log over and finish with a second  
overcut.  
S Watch for logs with a compression side to  
prevent the saw from pinching. See il-  
lustration for cutting logs with a compres-  
sion side.  
TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR  
BUCKING  
BUCKING USING A LOG OR  
WARNING:  
If saw becomes  
SUPPORT STAND  
pinched or hung in a log, don’t try to force it  
out. You can lose control of the saw resulting  
in injury and/or damage to the saw. Stop the  
saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the  
cut until the saw can be removed easily. Re-  
start the saw and carefully reenter the cut. To  
avoid kickback and chain damage, do not  
S Remember your first cut is always on the  
compression side of the log.  
(Refer to the illustration below for your first  
and second cut)  
S Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the  
diameter of the log.  
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S Finish with your second cut.  
S Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles  
are small size limbs which can catch the  
saw chain and whip toward you or pull you  
off balance. Use extreme caution when  
cutting small size limbs.  
Using a log for support  
nd  
2
Cut  
S Be alert for springback. Watch out for  
branches that are bent or under pressure.  
Avoid being struck by the branch or the  
saw when the tension in the wood fibers is  
released.  
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear  
branches out of the way to avoid tripping  
over them.  
st  
1
Cut  
Cut  
st  
1
LIMBING  
S Always limb a tree after it is cut down. Only  
then can limbing be done safely and prop-  
erly.  
S Leave the larger limbs underneath the  
felled tree to support the tree as you work.  
S Start at the base of the felled tree and work  
toward the top, cutting branches and  
limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut.  
S Keep the tree between you and the chain.  
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the  
branch you are cutting.  
nd  
2
Cut  
Using a support stand  
nd  
2
Cut  
S Remove larger, supporting branches with  
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-  
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.  
S Always use an overcut to cut small and  
freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could  
cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.  
st  
1
Cut  
Cut  
st  
PRUNING  
1
WARNING: 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.  
nd  
2
Cut  
S
Make your fist 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 leaving a 1 to 2 inch collar  
from the truck of the tree.  
LIMBING AND PRUNING  
WARNING: Be alert for and guard  
against kickback. Do not allow the moving  
chain to contact any other branches or ob-  
jects at the nose of the guide bar when limb-  
ing or pruning. Allowing such contact can re-  
sult in serious injury.  
Second cut  
Third cut  
WARNING: Never climb into a tree  
to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders,  
platforms, a log, or in any position which can  
cause you to lose your balance or control of  
the saw.  
IMPORTANT POINTS  
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly  
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot-  
ing and balance.  
Collar  
First cut  
Pruning technique  
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and must be removed to avoid creating a fire  
hazard or affecting engine performance.  
Replace the spark arresting screen if breaks  
occur.  
SERVICE  
CLEANING THE SPARK ARREST-  
ING SCREEN  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
We recommend all service and adjustments  
not listed in this manual be performed by an  
authorized or Master Service Dealer.  
Cleaning is required every 25 hours of op-  
eration or annually, whichever comes first.  
Outlet  
Guide  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE  
Lubricate bar  
sprocket hole . . . . . . . After each use  
Muffler  
Muffler  
Check:  
Fuel mixture level . . . . Before each use  
Bar lubrication . . . . . . . Before each use  
Chain tension . . . . . . . Before each use  
Chain sharpness . . . . Before each use  
For damaged parts . . Before each use  
For loose caps . . . . . . Before each use  
For loose fasteners. . . Before each use  
For loose parts . . . . . . Before each use  
Inspect and Clean:  
Backplate  
Bolts  
Muffler  
Gasket  
Bolt Cover  
Locknut  
S Loosen and remove the locknut from the  
bolt cover.  
S Remove the bolt cover.  
S Loosen and remove the 2 muffler bolts.  
Remove the muffler, muffler gasket, outlet  
guide and backplate. Notice the orienta-  
tion of these parts for reassembling.  
S Locate the 2 outlet cover screws on the  
muffler. Loosen and remove both screws.  
S Remove the outlet cover.  
Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use  
Complete saw. . . . . . . After each use  
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*  
Chain brake . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*  
Spark arrestor screen  
and muffler . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours*  
Replace spark plug . Yearly  
Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly  
* Hours of Operation  
Outlet Cover  
BACK VIEW OF  
MUFFLER  
AIR FILTER  
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline  
or other flammable solvent to avoid creating  
a fire hazard or producing harmful evapora-  
tive emissions.  
Muffler  
Screws  
Spark Arresting  
Screen  
Cleaning the air filter:  
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-  
ance and increases fuel consumption and  
harmful emissions. Always clean after every  
5 hours of operation.  
S Remove spark arresting screen.  
S Clean the spark arresting screen with a wire  
brush. Replace screen if any wires are bro-  
ken or screen is blocked after cleaning.  
S Reinstall spark arresting screen.  
S Reinstall outlet cover and 2 screws. En-  
sure outlet cover and both screws are re-  
installed correctly (see illustrations) to pre-  
vent damage to the saw. The exhaust  
outlet must face the chain brake (bar side)  
of the saw.  
S Clean the cover and the area around it to  
keep dirt and sawdust from falling into the  
carburetor chamber when the cover is re-  
moved.  
S Remove the parts as illustrated below.  
S Wash the filter in soap and water.  
Cylinder  
Air
over  
Outlet Cover  
crews  
Exhaust  
Outlet  
ylinder  
over  
Exhaust Outlet must face chain  
brake (bar side) of chain saw  
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK  
ARRESTING SCREEN  
S Inspect the muffler gasket and replace if  
damaged.  
WARNING:  
The muffler on this  
product contains chemicals known to the  
State of California to cause cancer.  
As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up  
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,  
S Reinstall backplate, outlet guide, muffler  
gasket, and muffler using muffler bolts.  
Tighten until secure.  
S Reinstall bolt cover and locknut.  
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CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS  
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter  
caps. Carburetor adjustment is a compli-  
cated task. We recommend that you take  
your unit to an Authorized Service Dealer.  
Damage will occur if you turn the needles be-  
yond the limiter stops.  
SPARK PLUG  
The spark plug should be replaced each  
year to ensure the engine starts easier and  
runs better.  
S Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.S  
Remove the cylinder cover.  
S Pull off the spark plug boot.  
S Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-  
card.  
S Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark  
plug and tighten with a 3/4 inch socket  
wrench (10-12 ft/lbs). Spark plug gap  
should be 0.025 inches.  
S Reinstall the spark plug boot.SReinstall  
the cylinder cover and 3 screws (15-20 in/  
lbs).  
BAR MAINTENANCE  
If your saw cuts to one side, has to be forced  
through the cut, or been run with an improper  
amount of bar lubrication it may be neces-  
sary to service your bar. A worn bar will dam-  
age your chain and make cutting difficult.  
After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is  
in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust  
from the guide bar and sprocket hole.  
To maintain guide bar:  
Cylinder  
Cover  
Screws  
S Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-  
tion.  
Spark  
Plug Boot  
S Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and  
chain brake. Remove bar and chain from  
saw.  
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after  
each 5 hours of operation.  
Spark  
Plug  
Remove Sawdust From  
Guide Bar Groove  
STORAGE  
Sprocket Hole  
Oil Holes  
WARNING: Stop engine and allow  
to cool, and secure the unit before storing or  
transporting in a vehicle. 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.  
Store unit with all guards in place. Position so  
that any sharp object cannot accidentally  
cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out  
of reach of children.  
S Add lubricant to sprocket hole after each  
use.  
S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal  
process of rail wear. Remove these burrs  
with a flat file.  
S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to re-  
store square edges and sides.  
S Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit.  
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.  
S Clean the unit before storing. Pay particu-  
lar attention to the air intake area, keeping  
it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and  
sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.  
S Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area  
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an  
open flame from hot water heaters, electric  
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.  
File Rail Edges  
and Sides  
Square  
Worn Groove  
Correct Groove  
Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,  
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when  
excess heating or burring of the rails occurs.  
If replacement is necessary, use only the  
guide bar specified for your saw in the repair  
parts list or on the decal located on the chain  
saw.  
S Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-  
dren.  
CAUTION: It is important to prevent gum de-  
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 mixture separation and formation of  
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage  
the engine.  
CHAIN SHARPENING  
Chain sharpening is a complicated task that  
requires special tools. We recommended  
you refer chain sharpening to a professional  
chain sharpener.  
IGNITION TIMING  
Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of  
the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start or will run  
only a few  
seconds after  
starting.  
S
S
Move ignition switch to ON.  
S Ignition switch off.  
See “Difficult Starting” in  
S Engine flooded.  
Operation Section.  
Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
Install new spark plug.  
Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
S
S
S
S Fuel tank empty.  
S Spark plug not firing.  
S Fuel not reaching  
. carburetor.  
Engine will  
not idle  
properly.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
S Carburetor requires  
. adjustment  
S Crankshaft seals worn.  
S Air filter dirty.  
S Spark plug fouled.  
S
Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.  
S
Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.  
Clean or replace air filter.  
Clean or replace plug  
and regap.  
Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.  
S
S
S
.
S Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
Engine  
S Too much oil mixed with  
. gasoline.  
S Empty fuel tank and refill with  
. correct fuel mixture.  
smokes  
excessively.  
delivery set--up, installation of guide bar and  
chain, and normal adjustments explained in the  
operator’s manual such as carburetor adjust-  
ments and chain tension adjustments. This  
warranty does not cover transportation costs.  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE  
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM  
STATE TO STATE.  
NEED ASSISTANCE?  
NEED ASSISTANCE?  
Call 1---800---554---6723.  
NEED SERVICE PART?  
Contact your retailer.  
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESS-  
LY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-  
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-  
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR  
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-  
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE  
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT  
APPLY TO YOU.  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH  
AMERICA’S policy is to continuously improve  
its products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX  
HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA re-  
serves the right to change, modify, or discontin-  
ue models, designs, specifications, and acces-  
sories of all products at any time without notice  
or obligation to any purchaser.  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH  
AMERICA, Division of WCI Outdoor Prod-  
ucts, Inc., warrants to the original purchaser  
that each new Poulan PRO brand gasoline  
chain saw is free from defects in material and  
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace  
under this warranty any defective gasoline  
chain saw as follows from the original date of  
purchase.  
2 YEARS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
Household purposes.  
60 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
Commercial, Professional, or Income Produc-  
ing purposes.  
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental  
purposes.  
This warranty is not transferable and does not  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance, or the use of  
accessories and/or attachments not specifical-  
ly recommended by ELECTROLUX HOME  
PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA for this chain  
saw. Additionally, this warranty does not cover  
damage caused by improper handling, improp-  
er maintenance, or if the saw is altered in any  
way which in our judgement affects its condi-  
tion or operation. This warranty does not cover  
tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes,  
starter springs, chain sharpening, bars, chains,  
and other parts which wear and require re-  
placement with reasonable use during the war-  
ranty period. This warranty does not cover pre-  
U.S. EPA/CALIFORNIA  
EMISSION CONTROL  
WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-  
TIONS: The U.S. Environmental Protection  
Agency/California Air Resources Board and  
POULAN/WEED EATER, DIVISION OF WCI  
OUTDOOR PRODUCTS are pleased to ex-  
plain the emissions control system warranty on  
your year 2000--2003 small off--road engine. In  
California, all new small off--road engines must  
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be designed, built, and equipped to meet the  
State’s stringent anti--smog standards. POU-  
LAN/WEED EATER must warrant the emis-  
sion control system on your small off--road en-  
gine for the periods of time listed below  
provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or  
improper maintenance of your small off--road  
engine engine. Your emission control system  
includes parts such as the carburetor and the  
ignition system. Where a warrantable condition  
exists, POULAN/WEED EATER will repair  
your small off--road engine engine at no cost to  
you. Expenses covered under warranty in-  
clude diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFAC-  
TURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any  
emissions related part on your engine (as listed  
under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List)  
is defective or a defect in the materials or work-  
manship of the engine causes the failure of  
such an emission related part, the part will be  
repaired or replaced by POULAN/WEED EAT-  
ER. OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBI-  
LITIES: As the small off--road engine engine  
owner, you are responsible for the perfor-  
mance of the required maintenance listed in  
your Owner’s Manual. POULAN/WEED EAT-  
ER recommends that you retain all receipts  
covering maintenance on your small off--road  
engine, but POULAN/WEED EATER cannot  
deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or  
for your failure to ensure the performance of all  
scheduled maintenance. As the small off--  
road engine engine owner, you should be  
aware that POULAN/WEED EATER may  
deny you warranty coverage if your small off--  
road engine engine or a part of it has failed due  
to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, un-  
approved modifications, or the use of parts not  
made or approved by the original equipment  
manufacturer. You are responsible for present-  
ing your small off--road engine to a POULAN/  
WEED EATER authorized repair center as  
soon as a problem exists. Warranty repairs  
should be completed in a reasonable amount  
of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any  
questions regarding your warranty rights and  
responsibilities, you should contact your near-  
est authorized service center or call POULAN/  
WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723. WAR-  
RANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The  
warranty period begins on the date the small  
off--road engine is purchased. LENGTH OF  
COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a peri-  
od of two years from the initial date of pur-  
chase. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR  
REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-  
placement of any warranted part will be per-  
formed at no charge to the owner at an ap-  
proved POULAN/WEED EATER servicing  
center. If you have any questions regarding  
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you  
should contact your nearest authorized service  
center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at  
1--800--554--6723 WARRANTY PERIOD:  
Any warranted part which is not scheduled for  
replacement as required maintenance, or  
which is scheduled only for regular inspection  
to the effect of “repair or replace as necessary”  
shall be warranted for 2 years. Any warranted  
part which is scheduled for replacement as re-  
quired maintenance shall be warranted for the  
period of time up to the first scheduled replace-  
ment point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The  
owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor  
which leads to the determination that a war-  
ranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is  
performed at an approved POULAN/WEED  
EATER servicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES: POULAN/WEED EATER may  
be liable for damages to other engine compo-  
nents caused by the failure of a warranted part  
still under warranty. WHAT IS NOT COV-  
ERED: All failures caused by abuse, neglect,  
or improper maintenance are not covered.  
ADD--ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The use of  
add--on or modified parts can be grounds for  
disallowing a warranty claim. POULAN/WEED  
EATER is not liable to cover failures of war-  
ranted parts caused by the use of add--on or  
modified parts. HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If  
you have any questions regarding your war-  
ranty rights and responsibilities, you should  
contact your nearest authorized service center  
or call POULAN/WEED EATER at  
1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-  
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-  
pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED  
EATER  
service  
centers.  
call:  
1--800--554--6723 MAINTENANCE, RE-  
PLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION  
RELATED PARTS: Any POULAN/WEED  
EATER approved replacement part used in the  
performance of any warranty maintenance or  
repair on emission related parts will be pro-  
vided without charge to the owner if the part is  
under warranty.  
EMISSION CONTROL  
WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Igni-  
tion System: Spark Plug (covered up to main-  
tenance schedule), Ignition Module, Muffler in-  
cluding  
catalyst.  
MAINTENANCE  
STATEMENT: The owner is responsible for the  
performance of all required maintenance as  
defined in the owner’s manual.  
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:  
Moderate (50 hours)  
Intermediate (125 hours)  
Extended (300 hours)  
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