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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
2250 / 2450 / 2550 / 2550 SE / 2555
For Occasional Use Only
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 de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e en-
strucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d’instructions 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, Inc.
104 Warren Road
Augusta, GA 30907
Electrolux Canada Corporation
6150 McLaughlin Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2
Copyright E2004 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
530164650
6/16/04
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S Carefully plan your sawingoperation inad-
vance. Do not start cutting until you havea
clear work area, secure footing, and, if you
are felling trees, a planned retreat path.
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 a
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap
and refuel unit.
S Storetheunit and fuel in an area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric motors
or switches, furnaces, etc.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
S Do not operate a chain saw with one hand.
Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by-
standers or any combination of these per-
sons may result from one-handed opera-
tion.
A
chain saw is intended 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 a
tree.
KICKBACK
WARNING: Avoid kickback which
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the
backward, upwardor sudden forwardmotion
of the guide bar occurring when the saw
chain near the upper tip of theguide 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 foreignob-
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 Make sure the chain will not make contact
with any object while starting the engine.
Never try to start the saw when the guide
bar is in a cut.
S Do not put pressure on the saw at the end
of the cut. Applying pressure can cause
you to lose control when the cut is com-
pleted.
S Stop the engine before setting the saw
down.
S Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-
aged, improperly adjusted, or not com-
pletely and securely assembled. Always
replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain
brake immediately if it becomes damaged,
broken or is otherwise removed.
S With the engine stopped, hand carry the
chain saw with the muffler away from your
body, and the guide bar and chain to the
rear, preferably covered with a scabbard.
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD
WORKING ORDER
S Have all chain saw service performed by a
qualified service dealer with the exception
of the items listed in the maintenance sec-
tion of this manual. For example, if improp-
er tools are used to remove or hold the fly-
wheelwhen servicingthe clutch, structural
damage to the flywheel can occur and
cause the flywheel to burst.
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 Make certain the saw chain stops moving
when the throttle trigger is released. For
correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-
JUSTMENTS.
Avoid Pinch -Kickback:
S Never modify your saw in any way.
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil
or fuel mixture.
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.
S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-
teners securely tightened.
S Use only PoulanR accessories and re-
placement parts as recommended.
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.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
S 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 nosmoking, openflames,
or work that could cause sparks. Allow en-
gine to cool before refueling.
S Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on
bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well
ventilated place; and use an approved,
Kickback Path
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Avoid Obstructions
Elbow locked
Clear The Working Area
Thumb on underside of
handlebar
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK
S Keep a good, firm gripon the saw with both
hands when the engine is running and
don’t let go. A firmgrip 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.
S Recognize that kickback can happen.
With a basic understanding of kickback,
you can reduce the element of surprise
which contributes to accidents.
S Never let themoving 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 manufacturer’s 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 thechain.
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 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 Standwith your weight evenly balancedon
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.
S Cut one log at a time.
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a
previous cut.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of
the bar (plunge cuts).
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
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
Stand to
of the sa
chain saws as set by ANSI B175.1.
Thumb on
underside of
handlebar
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar
Never r
hand positions
Small Radius Tip
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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. 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.
Symmetric
Large Radius Tip
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a
contoured depth gauge and guard link
which deflect kickback force and allow
wood to gradually ride intothe 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.
Contoured Depth Gauge
Elongated Guard Link
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.
Deflects
kickback force
Lo w --- Ki ckb a c k
and allows wood
Chain
to gradually ride
Into cutter
S Either of these reactions may cause you to
lose control of the saw which could result
in serious injury.Do not rely exclusively
uponthesafety devices built into your saw.
Can Obstruct Material
No t a Lo w --- K i ck ba c k C ha i n
WARNING: Computed kickback
angle (CKA) listed on your saw and listed in
the CKA table below represents angle of
kickback your bar and chain combinations
will have when tested in accordance with
CSA and ANSI standards. When purchasing
replacement bar and chain, considerations
should be given to the lower CKA values.
Lower CKA values represent safer angles to
the user, higher values indicate more angle
and higher kick energies. Computed angles
represented in the non-activated column in-
dicate total energy and angle associated
without activation of the chain brake during
kickback. Activated angle represents chain
stopping time relative to activation angle of
chain brake and resulting kick angle of saw.
In all cases lower CKA values represent a
safer operating environment for the user.
The following guide bar and chain combina-
tions meet kickback requirements of CSA
Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on
saws listed in this manual. Use of bar and
chain combinations other than those listed is
not recommended and may not meet the
CKA requirements per standard.
S Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce the
chance of your left hand contacting the chain
if your hand slips off the front handlebar.
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.
CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE
S Chain Brake, designed to stop the chain in
the event of kickback.
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 canalso becausedby pinching the
saw chain alongthetopof the guide bar. This
Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table
BAR
Length
14″
MODEL
2250
P/N
CHAIN P/N
CKA without chain brake
24_
952044368
952044370
952051209
952051211
952051338
2250/2450
16″
19_
18″
2450/2550/2555 952044418
14_
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The chain is sharp and can cut you even when
it is not moving!
1. Loosen and remove thechain brakenuts
and the chain brake from the saw.
2. Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if
present).
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 com-
ply with Federal OSHA Regulations for Com-
mercial Logging.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure 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
tobe equipped with a spark arrestingscreen.
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.
Location of shipping spacer
Chain Brake
Nuts
Chain
Bar Tool
3. 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 the
pin located on the adjusting screw aligns
into a hole in the bar. Turning the screw will
move the adjustment pin up and down the
screw. Locate this adjustment before you
begin mounting the bar onto the saw. See
illustration below.
ide view of
ain Brake
Adjustment located on Chain Brake
Failure to follow all Safety Rules andPrecau-
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.
STANDARDS: This saw is listed by Under-
writer’s Laboratories, Inc., and the Canadian
Standards Association in accordance with:
4. Turn the adjusting screw by hand coun-
terclockwise until the adjusting pin just
touches the stop. This should allow the
pin to be near the correct position.
5. Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until
guide bar stops against clutch drum
sprocket.
ANSI B175.1-2000
American National
Standard for Powered Tools -- Gasoline
Powered Chain Saw -- Safety Requirements
CSA Z62.1-03 Chain Saws -- Occupational
Health and Safety
Mount the Bar
CSA Z62.3 -96 Chain Saw Kickback Occu-
6. Carefully remove the chain from the pack-
age. Hold chain with the drive links as
shown.
pational Health and Safety
ASSEMBLY
Tip of
Bar
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not
already attached)
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure. Al-
ways wear gloves when handling the chain.
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIIRECTION OF ROTATION
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Depth Gauge
Cutters
Chain Adjustment
Tool (Bar Tool)
Adjusting the tension:
Chain Brake Nuts
Drive Links
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.
You can adjust the chain tension by loosen-
ing the chain brake nuts and turning the ad-
justing screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting up on
the bar.
Place chain onto the sprocket
S If chain is too tight, turnadjusting screw 1/4
turn counterclockwise.
7. Place chain over and behind clutch, fitting
the drive links in the clutch drum sprocket.
8. Fit bottom of drive links between the
teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the
guide bar.
9. Fit chain drive links into bar groove.
10. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug
in guide bar groove. Ensureall drive links
are in the bar groove.
S If chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw
1/4 turn clockwise.
11. Now, install chain brake making sure the
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower
hole in the guide bar. Remember this pin
moves the bar forward and backward as
the screw is turned.
Guide Bar
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn
Chain Brake Nuts
12. Install chainbrake nuts and finger tighten
only. Once the chain is tensioned, you
will need to tighten chain brake nuts.
S Lift up the tip of the bar and securely tight-
en the chain brake nuts with the bar tool.
S Recheck chain tension.
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.
Checking the tension:
Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust-
ment tool (bar tool) to move the chain around
the bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too
tight. If too loose, the chain willsag below the
bar.
WARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR SAW
READ THIS INSTRUCTION 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
Front Hand Guard
Muffler
Starter Rope
ON/STOP
Switch
Chain
Primer
Bulb
Starter
Housing
Bar Oil Fill Cap
Fuel Mix Fill Cap
Cylinder Cover
ion
vel
Rear
Adjusting
Screw
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 pushedforward.
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
15 minutes of operation. You should check
your chain tension frequently. See CHAIN
TENSION under the ASSEMBLY section.
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
The choke and fast idle are set by pulling the
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out to the full ex-
tent for cold starting or after refueling. The
choke provides additional 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: 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.
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
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil
designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is
recommended. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by
mixing3.2ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4
liters) of unleaded gasoline. Included with this
saw is a 3.2 ounce container of Poulan/Weed
Eater brand synthetic oil. Pour the entire
contents of this container into 1 gallon of
gasoline to achieve the proper fuel mixture.
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 inches (38 --- 45 cm) of
rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
Starter rope handle
Left hand
on front
handle
DO NOT USE automotive or boat oil. These
oils will cause engine damage. Whenmixing
fuel follow the instructions printed on the
container. Always read and follow the safety
rules listed under HANDLE FUEL WITH
CAUTION.
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.
For cold weather starting, start the unit at
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up
before squeezing the throttle trigger.
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.
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/
fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE position.
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.
Genuine PoulanR bar and chain oil is
recommended to protect your unit against
excessive wear from heat and friction.
PoulanR
oil resists high temperature
ON/STOP SWITCH
thinning. If PoulanR bar and chain oil is not
(SIDE VIEW)
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
S Never use waste oil for bar and chainlubri-
ON
cation.
S Always stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.
STOP
IMPORTANT
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
tion.
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.
2. Pull out choke/fast idle to the full extent
(to the FULL CHOKE position).
3. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.
4. Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with
your right hand. Then, proceed to the
next step.
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying
to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling and
immediately proceed to the next step.
5. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the
HALF CHOKE position.
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CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
Disengaged
(SIDE VIEW)
Choke/
fast idle lever
OFF HALF FULL
Braking function control
6. Pull the starter rope sharply with your
right hand until the engine starts.
7. Allow the engine to run for approximately
5 seconds. Then, squeeze and release
throttle trigger to allow engine to return to
idle speed.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE:
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
tion.
2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the
HALF CHOKE position.
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
4. Pull the starter rope sharply with your
right hand until the engine starts.
5. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to
allow engine to return to idle speed.
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. Grip the rear
handlewith your right hand andthe front han-
dle with your left hand. Apply full throttle by
fully depressing the throttle trigger. Activate
the chain brake by turning your left wrist
against the hand guard without releasing
your grip around the front handle. The chain
should stop immediately.
Inertia activating function control
DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a
WARNING: When performing the
following procedure, the engine must be
turned off.
flooded engine):
The engine may be flooded with too much
fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls.
Grip the rear handle with your right hand and
the front handle with your left hand. Hold the
chain saw approximately 14 inches (35 cm)
above a stump or other wooden surface. Re-
lease 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.
Flooded engines can be cleared of excess
fuel by pushing the choke/fast idle lever in
completely (to the OFF CHOKE position)
and then following the warm engine starting
procedure listed above. Ensure 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.
CUTTING METHODS
CHAIN BRAKE
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.
WARNING: If the brake band is
worn too thin it may break when the chain
brake is triggered. Witha broken brake band,
the chain brake will not stop the chain. The
chain brake should be replaced by an autho-
rized service dealer if any part is worn to less
than 0.020″ (0.5 mm) thick. Repairs on a
chain brake should be made by an autho-
rized service dealer. Take your unit to the
place of purchase if purchased from a ser-
vicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized
master service dealer.
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 kickback.
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.
S This saw is equipped with a chain brake.
The brake is designed to stop the chain if
kickback occurs.
S
Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow
the engine to reach full speed before
cutting.
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 handguard
back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
S
S
S
Begin cutting with the saw frame
against the log.
Keep the engine at full speed the entire
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 en-
gine can result.
S When cutting with the saw, the chain brake
must be disengaged.
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S
S
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, unneces-
sary wear can occur to the chain, bar,
and engine.
FELLING LARGE TREES
(6 inches (15 cm) in diameter or larger)
The notch method is used to fell large trees.
A notch is cut on the side of the tree in thede-
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.
Toavoid losing control when cut is com-
plete, do not put pressure onsaw at end
of cut.
NOTE: If the tree has large buttress roots,
remove them before making the notch. If us-
ing saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw
chain from contacting ground to prevent dull-
ing of the chain.
S Stop the engine before setting the saw
down after cutting.
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES
NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE
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. If the tree makes contact with any utility
line, the utility company should be notified
immediately.
TREE
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.
Final (felling) cut here, 2 inches
(5 cm) above center of notch.
S Carefully plan your sawingoperation inad-
First cut
Notch
vance.
S Clear thework area. You needa 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 direction.
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to
fall in a particular direction include:
S The wind direction and speed.
Second cut
Hinge
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 rot. 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.
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 objects. En-
gine noise can drown out a warning call.
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples,
and wire from the tree where cuts are to be
made.
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 (5 cm) 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 pre-
vent the tree fromfalling in the wrong direc-
tion.
Hinge holds tree on stump and helps
control fall
Opening
of felling
cut
Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diag-
onal to the line of fall.
Plan a clear retreat path
Closing of
notch
Direction of Fall
NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use
wedges to open the cut when necessary to
controlthedirectionof 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 felling cut,
or movement in the upper branches.
45_
S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down,
and get away quickly on your planned re-
treat path.
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S DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree
with your saw. Be extremely cautious with
partially fallen trees that may be poorly
supported. When a tree doesn’t fall com-
pletely, set thesaw asideand pull down the
tree with a cable winch, block and tackle,
or tractor.
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE
(BUCKING)
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen
tree to the desired log size.
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.
First cut on compression side of log
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.
Second cut
Second cut
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Cut only one log at a time.
S Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp
pieces of woodcould beflung towardoper-
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.
First cut on compression side of log
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.
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.
TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR
BUCKING
S Watch for logs with a compression side to
prevent the saw from pinching. See il-
lustrations for cutting logs with a compres-
sion side.
WARNING:
If saw becomes
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 andcarefully reenter thecut. To
avoid kickback and chain damage, do not
use a metal wedge. Do not attempt to restart
your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log.
BUCKING USING A LOG OR
SUPPORT STAND
S Remember your first cut is always on the
compression side of the log.
(Refer to the illustrations below for your
first and second cut)
S Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the
diameter of the log.
Use a wedge to remove pinched saw
S Finish with your second cut.
Using a log for support
nd
2
Cut
Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open.
Overcutting begins on the top sideof thelog
with the bottom of the saw against the log.
When overcutting use light downward pres-
sure.
st
Overcutting
Undercutting
1
Cut
st
1
Cut
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.
nd
2
Cut
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Using a support stand
PRUNING
nd
2
Cut
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.
S
Make your fist cut 1/3 of the way
through the bottom of the limb.
st
1
Cut
Cut
S
Next make a 2nd cut all the way
through the limb. Then cut a third
overcut leavinga 1to2 inch (2.5 -- 5cm)
collar from the truck of the tree.
st
1
nd
2
Cut
Second cut
Third cut
LIMBING AND PRUNING
Collar
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 canre-
sult in serious injury.
First cut
Pruning technique
SERVICE
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.
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot-
ing and balance.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized service dealer.
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.
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.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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:
LIMBING
Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use
Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*
Chain brake . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*
Spark arresting screen
and muffler . . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours*
Replace spark plug . Yearly
Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly
S Always limb atreeafter 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.
* Hours of Operation --
Each hour of operation is approximately
2 tanks of fuel.
S Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cuttingtechniques 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.
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.
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7. Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws.
Tighten securely.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after 10
tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation, which-
ever comes first. Clean more frequently in
dusty conditions. A used aire filter can never
be completely cleaned. It is advisable to re-
place your air filter with a new one after every
50 hours of operation, or annually, whichever
comes first.
WARNING: The chain will be mov-
ing during most of this procedure. Wear your
protective equipment and observe all safety
precautions. The chain must not move at idle
speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if
you notice any of the following conditions:
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
2. Remove cylinder cover.
S Chain moves at idle. See IDLE SPEED--T
3. Remove air filter.
adjusting procedure.
4. Clean the air filter using hot soapy water.
Rinse with clean cool water. Air dry com-
pletely before reinstalling.
S Saw will not idle. See IDLE SPEED--T ad-
justing procedure.
Idle Speed--T
5. Lightly oil air filter before installing to im-
prove the efficiency of air filter. Use
2--cycle engine oil or motor oil (SAE 30).
Squeeze excess oil from filter.
Allow engine to idle. If the chain moves, idle
is too fast. If the enginestalls, idle is tooslow.
Adjust speed until engine runs without chain
movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too
slow). The idle speed screw is located in the
area above the primer bulb and is labeled T.
6. Reinstall air filter.
7. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws.
TIghten securely.
S Turn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to in-
Cylinder
Air
over
crease engine speed.
S Turn idle speed screw (T) counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed.
crews
If you require further assistance or are unsure
about performing this procedure, contact your
authorized
service
dealer
or
call
ylinder
over
1--800--554--6723.
BAR MAINTENANCE
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,
and must be removed to avoid creating a fire
hazard or affecting engine performance.
Replace the spark arresting screen if breaks
occur.
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 necessary
to service your bar. A worn bar will damage
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:
Spark
S Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-
tion.
Arresting
Screen
S Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and
chain brake. Remove bar and chain from
saw.
r
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each
5 hours of operation.
s
Remove Sawdust From
Guide Bar Groove
Cleaning is required every 25 hours of opera-
tion or annually, whichever comes first.
1. Loosen and remove the 2 muffler cover
screws.
Oil Holes
2. Remove the muffler cover (cover snaps off
muffler body).
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.
3. Remove muffler diffuser and spark arrest-
ing screen assembly. Notice the orientation
of these parts for reassembling.
4. Clean the spark arrestor screen with a wire
brush. Replace screen if breaks are found.
5. Replace any broken or cracked muffler
parts.
File Rail Edges
and Sides
Square
6. Reinstall diffuser and spark arrestor screen
assembly with round holes facing up.
Worn Groove
Correct Groove
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Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when exce-
ss heating or burring of the rails occurs. If re-
placement 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.
STORAGE
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 withall guards in place. Position so
that any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out
of reach of children.
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.
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 Donot store theunit or fuel in a closedarea
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
openflame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SPARK PLUG
The spark plug should be replaced each
year to ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better.
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
2. Remove the cylinder cover.
3. Pull off the spark plug boot.
4. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-
card.
S Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-
dren.
5. Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
(19 mm) socket wrench. Spark plug gap
should be 0.025 inch (0.6 mm).
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3 screws.
Tighten securely.
CAUTION: It is important to prevent gum
deposits 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.
Cylinder
Cover
Screws
Spark
Plug Boot
NEED ASSISTANCE?
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1--800--554--6723.
Spark
Plug
NEED SERVICE PART?
Contact your authorized service dealer.
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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.
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See “Difficult Starting” in
Operation Section.
1. Ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
1. Air filter dirty.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Too much oil mixed with
gasoline.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
Chain moves
at idle speed.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
warrants to the original purchaser that each
new PoulanR brand gasoline chain saw is
free from defects in material and workman-
ship and agrees to repair or replace under
this warranty any defective gasoline chain
saw as follows from the original date of pur-
chase.
ty does not cover predelivery set--up, instal-
lation of guide bar and chain, and normal ad-
justments explained in the instruction
manual such as carburetor adjustments 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.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESS-
LY STIPULATED HEREIN.
1 YEAR - Parts and Labor, when used for
Household purposes.
60 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for
Commercial, Professional, or Income Pro-
ducing purposes.
30 DAYS - Parts andLabor, if used for rental
purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does
not cover damage or liability caused by im-
proper handling, improper maintenance, or
the use of accessories and/or attachments
not specifically recommended by ELEC-
TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this
chain saw. Additionally, this warranty does
not cover damage caused by improper han-
dling, improper maintenance, or if the saw is
altered inany way which inour judgement af-
fects its condition or operation. This warranty
does not cover tune--up, spark plugs, filters,
starter ropes, starter springs, chainsharpen-
ing, bars, chains, and other parts which wear
and require replacement with reasonable
use during the warranty period. This warran-
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.
The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PRO-
DUCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its
products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
signs, specifications, and accessories of all
products at any time without notice or obliga-
tion to any purchaser.
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U.S. EPA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-
LIGATIONS: The U. S. Environmental
Protection Agency, Environment Canada
and ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC., are pleased to explain the emissions
control system warranty on your year
2002--2004 small off--road engine. ELEC-
TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., must
warrant the emission control system on your
small off--road engine for the periods of time
listed below provided there has been no
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of
your small off--road engine. Your emission
control system includes parts such as the
carburetor and the ignition system. Where a
warrantable condition exists, ELECTRO-
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., will repair
your small off--road engine at no cost to you.
Expenses covered under warranty include
diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFACTUR-
ER’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 ma-
terials or workmanship of the engine causes
the failure of such an emission related part,
the part will be repaired or replaced by
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-
TIES: As the small off--road engine owner,
you are responsible for the performance of
the required maintenance listed in your in-
struction manual. ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., recommends that you
retain all receipts covering maintenance on
your small off--road engine, but ELECTRO-
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., 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 owner, you should be aware
that ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC., may deny you warranty coverage if
your small off--road engine or a part of it has
failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-
tenance, unapproved modifications, or the
use of parts not made or approved by the
original equipment manufacturer. You are
responsible for presenting your small off--
road engine to an ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., authorized repair center
as soon as a problem exists. Warranty re-
pairs should be completed in a reasonable
amount of time, not to exceed30 days. If you
have any questions regarding your warranty
rights and responsibilities, you should con-
tact your nearest authorized service center
or call ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC., at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY
COMMENCEMENT DATE: The warranty
period begins on the date the small off--road
engineis purchased. LENGTH OFCOVER-
AGE: This warranty shall be for a period of
two years from the initial date of purchase.
WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR RE-
PLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-
placement of any warranted part will be per-
formed at no charge to the owner at an
approved ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
UCTS, INC., servicing center. If you have
any questions regarding your warranty
rights and responsibilities, you should con-
tact your nearest authorized service center
or call ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC., 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 sched-
uled for replacement as required mainte-
nance shall be warranted for the period of
time up to the first scheduled replacement
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 ELECTROLUX
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., servicing center.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: ELEC-
TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., may
be liable for damages to other engine com-
ponents caused by the failure of a warranted
part still under warranty. WHAT IS NOT
COVERED: 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.
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
is not liable to cover failures of warranted
parts caused by the use of add--on or modi-
fied parts. HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you
have any questions regarding your warranty
rights and responsibilities, you should con-
tact your nearest authorized service center
or call ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC., at 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET
WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty services
or repairs shall be provided at all ELECTRO-
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., service
centers. Call 1--800--554--6723. MAINTE-
NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR
OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
approved replacement part used in the per-
formance 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,
Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up to
maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner
is responsible for the performance of all re-
quired maintenance as defined in the in-
struction manual.
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The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.
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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