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...Clothing Safety Shoes Safety Hat Eye Protection Heavy Duty Gloves Safety Chaps S Keep all safety rules, precautions, and operating instruc- This chain saw can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found in good physical condition and mentally alert. Contacting the guide bar tip ...should have hearing checked regularly as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; Careless or improper use two hands when operating the chain saw . Read and understand the instruction manual before attempting to adult users who understand and can cause serious or even fatal ...
...Clothing Safety Shoes Safety Hat Eye Protection Heavy Duty Gloves Safety Chaps S Keep all safety rules, precautions, and operating instruc- This chain saw can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found in good physical condition and mentally alert. Contacting the guide bar tip ...should have hearing checked regularly as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; Careless or improper use two hands when operating the chain saw . Read and understand the instruction manual before attempting to adult users who understand and can cause serious or even fatal ...
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... cause the flywheel to lose control of the chain rotation. Always replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain brake immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. S Use only Poulan PRO accessories and replacement parts as recommended. ...S Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open . A chain saw is suddenly stopped. Never try to start cutting until you...
... cause the flywheel to lose control of the chain rotation. Always replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain brake immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. S Use only Poulan PRO accessories and replacement parts as recommended. ...S Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open . A chain saw is suddenly stopped. Never try to start cutting until you...
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...safety requirements for shifting logs or other trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Keep your are securely tightened after tensioning the chain. S Do not overreach. S Do not cut above shoulder height. You must follow all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in ... maintain control of kickback, you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw above shoulder height. A loose or dull chain can happen. Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Check tension at the tip of kickback occurring. S Begin and continue cutting at a time...
...safety requirements for shifting logs or other trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Keep your are securely tightened after tensioning the chain. S Do not overreach. S Do not cut above shoulder height. You must follow all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in ... maintain control of kickback, you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw above shoulder height. A loose or dull chain can happen. Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Check tension at the tip of kickback occurring. S Begin and continue cutting at a time...
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...to the nearest authorized master service dealer. Activated angle represents chain stopping time relative to the user, higher values indicate more angle and higher kick energies. This Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table MODEL SM4018 BAR P/N Length 952044418 18″ action may not ...meet kickback requirements of CSA Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on a chain brake should be used for the user. Lower CKA values represent...
...to the nearest authorized master service dealer. Activated angle represents chain stopping time relative to the user, higher values indicate more angle and higher kick energies. This Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table MODEL SM4018 BAR P/N Length 952044418 18″ action may not ...meet kickback requirements of CSA Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on a chain brake should be used for the user. Lower CKA values represent...
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...that the pin located on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of the chain. Tip of shipping spacer Chain Brake Chain Brake Nuts Bar Tool 3. SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is used to do so is listed by Underwriter's Laboratories, ... before you need assistance, contact your saw is a violation of the spark arresting screen. Occupational Health and Safety CSA Z62.3- 96 Chain Saw Kickback Occupational Health and Safety ASSEMBLY Protective gloves (not provided) should allow the pin to the SERVICE section for Powered Tools --...
...that the pin located on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of the chain. Tip of shipping spacer Chain Brake Chain Brake Nuts Bar Tool 3. SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is used to do so is listed by Underwriter's Laboratories, ... before you need assistance, contact your saw is a violation of the spark arresting screen. Occupational Health and Safety CSA Z62.3- 96 Chain Saw Kickback Occupational Health and Safety ASSEMBLY Protective gloves (not provided) should allow the pin to the SERVICE section for Powered Tools --...
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... and turning the adjusting screw 1/4 of the chain adjustment tool (bar tool) to tension the chain when the chain brake nuts are tight can adjust the chain tension by loosen- If too loose, the chain will need to tighten chain brake nuts. This is operated with a loose chain, the chain could jump off the guide bar and result...
... and turning the adjusting screw 1/4 of the chain adjustment tool (bar tool) to tension the chain when the chain brake nuts are tight can adjust the chain tension by loosen- If too loose, the chain will need to tighten chain brake nuts. This is operated with a loose chain, the chain could jump off the guide bar and result...
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...by pulling the CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out to provide quicker starting . THROTTLE TRIGGER The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed. The chain brake activates automatically in the event of the various controls and adjustments. PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the .... Do not touch the muffler or allow combustible material such as possible. Compare the illustrations with the location of kickback. The chain brake is pushed forward. THROTTLE LOCKOUT The THROTTLE LOCKOUT must be pressed before you from accidentally squeezing the trigger. ing and after...
...by pulling the CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out to provide quicker starting . THROTTLE TRIGGER The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed. The chain brake activates automatically in the event of the various controls and adjustments. PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the .... Do not touch the muffler or allow combustible material such as possible. Compare the illustrations with the location of kickback. The chain brake is pushed forward. THROTTLE LOCKOUT The THROTTLE LOCKOUT must be pressed before you from accidentally squeezing the trigger. ing and after...
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Always read and follow the instructions printed on unleaded gasoline. Too little oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain. Poulan or Poulan PRO oil resists high temperature thinning. Drain the gas tank, start the unit at FULL CHOKE; Do not let starter rope snap back...oil with the muffler. Lubrication is recommended to the STOP position. Genuine Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and chain oil is provided by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of the bar. Use fresh fuel next season. If Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and chain oil is recommended. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. 4. DO ...
Always read and follow the instructions printed on unleaded gasoline. Too little oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain. Poulan or Poulan PRO oil resists high temperature thinning. Drain the gas tank, start the unit at FULL CHOKE; Do not let starter rope snap back...oil with the muffler. Lubrication is recommended to the STOP position. Genuine Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and chain oil is provided by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of the bar. Use fresh fuel next season. If Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and chain oil is recommended. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. 4. DO ...
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...guard without releasing your right hand until the engine starts. 7. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to allow engine to return to stop the chain. S When cutting with the saw before you force the cut metal, plastics, masonry, non-wood building materials, etc. Even a ...saw and repair or replace parts as possible. Release your left wrist against the log. CUTTING METHODS IMPORTANT POINTS S Check chain tension before cutting. See CHAIN TENSION in the ON position. Apply full throttle by pushing the choke/fast idle lever in completely (to the ON ...
...guard without releasing your right hand until the engine starts. 7. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to allow engine to return to stop the chain. S When cutting with the saw before you force the cut metal, plastics, masonry, non-wood building materials, etc. Even a ...saw and repair or replace parts as possible. Release your left wrist against the log. CUTTING METHODS IMPORTANT POINTS S Check chain tension before cutting. See CHAIN TENSION in the ON position. Apply full throttle by pushing the choke/fast idle lever in completely (to the ON ...
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...to prevent dulling of notch. If using saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw chain from the tree. NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE TREE S Make notch cut here, 2 inches (5 cm) above center of ...the chain. Next complete the notch by cutting the top of cut is enough room for decay and rot. ..., etc. If you will tend to fall in the upper branches. It is completed, allowing the engine to the chain, bar, and engine. S To avoid losing control when cut at full throttle. Do not cut is recommended that can...
...to prevent dulling of notch. If using saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw chain from the tree. NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE TREE S Make notch cut here, 2 inches (5 cm) above center of ...the chain. Next complete the notch by cutting the top of cut is enough room for decay and rot. ..., etc. If you will tend to fall in the upper branches. It is completed, allowing the engine to the chain, bar, and engine. S To avoid losing control when cut at full throttle. Do not cut is recommended that can...
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... the saw upside down to the saw against the log. Any portion can lose control of the saw resulting in a log. To avoid kickback and chain damage, do not use light upward pressure. Overcutting Undercutting WARNING: Never turn saw aside and pull down area. Be extremely cautious with partially fallen trees...
... the saw upside down to the saw against the log. Any portion can lose control of the saw resulting in a log. To avoid kickback and chain damage, do not use light upward pressure. Overcutting Undercutting WARNING: Never turn saw aside and pull down area. Be extremely cautious with partially fallen trees...
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...service and adjustments not listed in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT. Springpoles are higher than your shoulder. Frequently clear branches out of the saw chain and whip toward the top, cutting branches and limbs. LIMBING S Always limb a tree after it is released. Remove small limbs ...branches with one cut Pruning technique SERVICE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for branches that are cutting. S Always use Chain sharpness . . . . . Undercutting could cause limbs to lose your fist cut if branches are small size limbs which can limbing be...
...service and adjustments not listed in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT. Springpoles are higher than your shoulder. Frequently clear branches out of the saw chain and whip toward the top, cutting branches and limbs. LIMBING S Always limb a tree after it is released. Remove small limbs ...branches with one cut Pruning technique SERVICE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for branches that are cutting. S Always use Chain sharpness . . . . . Undercutting could cause limbs to lose your fist cut if branches are small size limbs which can limbing be...
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... muffler. Remove the outlet cover. Remove spark arresting screen. 7. En- sure outlet cover and both screws. 5. Tighten until engine runs without chain movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too slow). Adjustments may be completely cleaned. S Turn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to idle.... Lightly oil air filter before reinstalling. 5. TIghten securely. Exhaust Outlet must not move at idle speed. If the chain moves, idle is too slow. A used , carbon deposits build up on this procedure. Remove cylinder cover. 3. Clean the spark arresting ...
... muffler. Remove the outlet cover. Remove spark arresting screen. 7. En- sure outlet cover and both screws. 5. Tighten until engine runs without chain movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too slow). Adjustments may be completely cleaned. S Turn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to idle.... Lightly oil air filter before reinstalling. 5. TIghten securely. Exhaust Outlet must not move at idle speed. If the chain moves, idle is too slow. A used , carbon deposits build up on this procedure. Remove cylinder cover. 3. Clean the spark arresting ...
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...requires special tools. lar attention to prevent gum deposits from saw . CAUTION: It is fixed and nonadjustable. S Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and chain brake. ss heating or burring of children. Remove spark plug from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. BAR ...ASSISTANCE? Pay particu- Store unit with an improper amount of bar lubrication it free of children. NEED SERVICE PART? If you refer chain sharpening to cool, and secure the unit before storing. IGNITION TIMING Ignition timing is important to the air intake area, keeping it ...
...requires special tools. lar attention to prevent gum deposits from saw . CAUTION: It is fixed and nonadjustable. S Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and chain brake. ss heating or burring of children. Remove spark plug from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. BAR ...ASSISTANCE? Pay particu- Store unit with an improper amount of bar lubrication it free of children. NEED SERVICE PART? If you refer chain sharpening to cool, and secure the unit before storing. IGNITION TIMING Ignition timing is important to the air intake area, keeping it ...
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...is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by Poulan PRO for Household purposes. 60 DAYS - This warranty does not cover tune--up , installation of guide bar and chain, and normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual such as follows from... of all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that each new Poulan PRO brand gasoline chain saw as carburetor adjustments and chain tension adjustments. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Chain brake engaged. 4. Contact an authorized service dealer. SOME STATES DO ...
...is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by Poulan PRO for Household purposes. 60 DAYS - This warranty does not cover tune--up , installation of guide bar and chain, and normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual such as follows from... of all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that each new Poulan PRO brand gasoline chain saw as carburetor adjustments and chain tension adjustments. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Chain brake engaged. 4. Contact an authorized service dealer. SOME STATES DO ...
Parts List
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.... 58,59,61) Gear--Worm Spring Elbow--Oil Pickup Screw Seal Block Assy--Oil Pick--up (Incl. 63,64) Pick--up Oiler Filter--Oil Assy.--Chain Brake Nut--Bar Mounting Pin--Bar Adjust Retainer Kit--Bar Adjusting (incl. # 67,68) n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K= REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE... -- PARTS LIST NO. 530164718 DATE 3/05/08 Replaces 530164718 -- 11/29/06 PPAARRTTSSLLIISSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes CHAIN SAW MODEL(s) SM4018 PAGE NO. 1 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 30 33 32 31 42 43 57 58 59 60 61 62 44 45...
.... 58,59,61) Gear--Worm Spring Elbow--Oil Pickup Screw Seal Block Assy--Oil Pick--up (Incl. 63,64) Pick--up Oiler Filter--Oil Assy.--Chain Brake Nut--Bar Mounting Pin--Bar Adjust Retainer Kit--Bar Adjusting (incl. # 67,68) n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K= REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE... -- PARTS LIST NO. 530164718 DATE 3/05/08 Replaces 530164718 -- 11/29/06 PPAARRTTSSLLIISSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes CHAIN SAW MODEL(s) SM4018 PAGE NO. 1 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 30 33 32 31 42 43 57 58 59 60 61 62 44 45...
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... 3/05/08 Replaces 530164718 -- 11/29/06 PPAARRTTSSLLIISSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 4 56 CHAIN SAW MODEL(s) SM4018 PAGE NO. 2 23 24 25 15 16 17 26 27 28 29 18 19 20 21 7 8 9 10 30 32 31 Engine Gasket Kit 35...
... 3/05/08 Replaces 530164718 -- 11/29/06 PPAARRTTSSLLIISSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 4 56 CHAIN SAW MODEL(s) SM4018 PAGE NO. 2 23 24 25 15 16 17 26 27 28 29 18 19 20 21 7 8 9 10 30 32 31 Engine Gasket Kit 35...
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If your unit does not have the spring and screw, please order the part numbers listed below . CHAIN SAW MODEL(s) SM4018 PAGE NO. 3 530015814 Screw 530053274 Assy--Isolator Spring n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K= REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE INDICATED FOR MORE INFORMATION. (LOCATED AT ...
If your unit does not have the spring and screw, please order the part numbers listed below . CHAIN SAW MODEL(s) SM4018 PAGE NO. 3 530015814 Screw 530053274 Assy--Isolator Spring n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K= REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE INDICATED FOR MORE INFORMATION. (LOCATED AT ...