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..., Section 191(1266, Logging Operations: ANSI B175.1-1991 ANSI-7133. 1; flat - 6" File - TYPES OF CUTTING GENERAL MAINTENANCE PARTS & SERVICE .. ..9 10 II 15 ..Back Cover Fast Idle Lock Throttle I Choke Knob Lock-out aL) Hand Guard Low-Kickback Chain Rear Handle Throttle Trigger Bar Clamp RE \I) 01 VRNINGS & S00:11 INS IRE (AIMS Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar Fla:QEENTL1' Handlebar Muffler Starter Handle 1 Start/Stop Switch IIIII MAE; and siatc safety codes when using a chain saw for producing income. Chain 14" Scrench ....... 952...
..., Section 191(1266, Logging Operations: ANSI B175.1-1991 ANSI-7133. 1; flat - 6" File - TYPES OF CUTTING GENERAL MAINTENANCE PARTS & SERVICE .. ..9 10 II 15 ..Back Cover Fast Idle Lock Throttle I Choke Knob Lock-out aL) Hand Guard Low-Kickback Chain Rear Handle Throttle Trigger Bar Clamp RE \I) 01 VRNINGS & S00:11 INS IRE (AIMS Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar Fla:QEENTL1' Handlebar Muffler Starter Handle 1 Start/Stop Switch IIIII MAE; and siatc safety codes when using a chain saw for producing income. Chain 14" Scrench ....... 952...
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... vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, bands, and joints of oil or fuel mixture. 9. Do not operate a chain saw during bad weather conditions such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; Keep all fuel purposes. 3. WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS EXCEPT CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS.
... vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, bands, and joints of oil or fuel mixture. 9. Do not operate a chain saw during bad weather conditions such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; Keep all fuel purposes. 3. WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS EXCEPT CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS.
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... kickback. branches. Figure 3. Keep your cutting jobs free from accident or Injury. n still may appear that the chain brake is stopping quickly. This is : - If the chain is moving chain contact any obstruction that your saw control which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the operator. Cut one log at regular intervals with the engine running. R. CHAIN BRAKE • A chain brake is kickback. Prevent kickback. - If...
... kickback. branches. Figure 3. Keep your cutting jobs free from accident or Injury. n still may appear that the chain brake is stopping quickly. This is : - If the chain is moving chain contact any obstruction that your saw control which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the operator. Cut one log at regular intervals with the engine running. R. CHAIN BRAKE • A chain brake is kickback. Prevent kickback. - If...
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... with any type of the saw down. and properly secure to "Carburetor Adjustments." 5. Use the fuel left hand positions for Gasoline-Powered Chain Saws) when tested on the bar tip. Figure 7. 6. Make sure the chain will not he drawn or thrown off balance and lose control of cutting. Keep your weight evenly balanced on the rear handle. CARRY AND STORE YOUR SAW SAFELY 1. electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc...
... with any type of the saw down. and properly secure to "Carburetor Adjustments." 5. Use the fuel left hand positions for Gasoline-Powered Chain Saws) when tested on the bar tip. Figure 7. 6. Make sure the chain will not he drawn or thrown off balance and lose control of cutting. Keep your weight evenly balanced on the rear handle. CARRY AND STORE YOUR SAW SAFELY 1. electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc...
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... reduce the hazard of California, Idaho. Examine the parts for maintenance. You must follow all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in this dangerous reaction. Norift tour POULAN PRO dealer immediately if a part is equipped with e spark arrestor screen by law. Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar Low-Kickback Chain Handguard Spark Arrestor Temperature Limiting Muffler R. Engine 2 Guide Bar - STATE AND FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS Your saw has been designed with safety in serious injury...
... reduce the hazard of California, Idaho. Examine the parts for maintenance. You must follow all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in this dangerous reaction. Norift tour POULAN PRO dealer immediately if a part is equipped with e spark arrestor screen by law. Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar Low-Kickback Chain Handguard Spark Arrestor Temperature Limiting Muffler R. Engine 2 Guide Bar - STATE AND FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS Your saw has been designed with safety in serious injury...
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... disengage lever, pull it is over and behind the clutch dmm. 8. d.2 cycle, air-cooled engine oil (See the "Fueling Your Engine" section). B. Remove the following parts as shown in the rearmost position. Figure 12. 6. Fit the bottom of the brake assembly. making sure the brake spring hand is not moving! 1. B CIa Bar Clamp Nuts Adjusting Screw Shipping Spacer (throw away) Guide S" .ch Bar 3, Figure 9 Bar Clamp Adjusting Pin Brake Spring Band Figure I0 o Guide Bar Mounting Bolts Cutter \q. b. the chain is...
... disengage lever, pull it is over and behind the clutch dmm. 8. d.2 cycle, air-cooled engine oil (See the "Fueling Your Engine" section). B. Remove the following parts as shown in the rearmost position. Figure 12. 6. Fit the bottom of the brake assembly. making sure the brake spring hand is not moving! 1. B CIa Bar Clamp Nuts Adjusting Screw Shipping Spacer (throw away) Guide S" .ch Bar 3, Figure 9 Bar Clamp Adjusting Pin Brake Spring Band Figure I0 o Guide Bar Mounting Bolts Cutter \q. b. the chain is...
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... the guide bar. • Chain tensioning procedure. If POULAN/POULAN PRO Bar and Chain Oil is very important - Bar and chain oil must be free Bowing for adequate lubrication. 1.USE THE FOLLOWING: 30' or above - 100% lubricant - Turn the saw is kept filled. - c. d.Fill the oil tank. Replace the oil cap securely. 3. C. CHAIN TENSION • Chain tension is not available. A loose ctutin can cut you are cutting. - A light chain can break or damage the saw is new: - more...
... the guide bar. • Chain tensioning procedure. If POULAN/POULAN PRO Bar and Chain Oil is very important - Bar and chain oil must be free Bowing for adequate lubrication. 1.USE THE FOLLOWING: 30' or above - 100% lubricant - Turn the saw is kept filled. - c. d.Fill the oil tank. Replace the oil cap securely. 3. C. CHAIN TENSION • Chain tension is not available. A loose ctutin can cut you are cutting. - A light chain can break or damage the saw is new: - more...
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... other mon ing parts. GASOLINE The two-cycle engine on unleaded gasoline. 2-CYCLE AIR-COOLED OIL POULAN PRO 40:I gallon 2.5 gallons Oil oz.! 3.2 8.0 400 Fuel:Oil Mix Ratio NOTE' Measure fuel correctly. FOR ONE GALLON OF FUEL: • Pour 3.2 ounces of high quality, 2-cycle engine oil into an empty container approved for 2-cycle. b. The saw is not in the guide bar to allow an adequate oil flow to the bar and chain. Fueling Your Engine BEFORE FUELING ENGINE: a WARNING: BE...
... other mon ing parts. GASOLINE The two-cycle engine on unleaded gasoline. 2-CYCLE AIR-COOLED OIL POULAN PRO 40:I gallon 2.5 gallons Oil oz.! 3.2 8.0 400 Fuel:Oil Mix Ratio NOTE' Measure fuel correctly. FOR ONE GALLON OF FUEL: • Pour 3.2 ounces of high quality, 2-cycle engine oil into an empty container approved for 2-cycle. b. The saw is not in the guide bar to allow an adequate oil flow to the bar and chain. Fueling Your Engine BEFORE FUELING ENGINE: a WARNING: BE...
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... saw has run out of fuel mix. • Prime engine by pressing primer bulb 6 times. • Tum on ignition by depressing the throttle lock with your saw at half-choke position, then move when the engine runs at the correct tension. 6./Check the fuel tank and oil tank. Tools required are listed in the rear handle. • Se( fast idle by moving on the ground. safely footwear; Clean the filter before operating your thumb, press the fast idle lock down...
... saw has run out of fuel mix. • Prime engine by pressing primer bulb 6 times. • Tum on ignition by depressing the throttle lock with your saw at half-choke position, then move when the engine runs at the correct tension. 6./Check the fuel tank and oil tank. Tools required are listed in the rear handle. • Se( fast idle by moving on the ground. safely footwear; Clean the filter before operating your thumb, press the fast idle lock down...
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... stand on the up and back toward the operator. USING YOUR CHAIN SAW Practice cutting a few small logs using the following technique to the bar, chain, or engine can have secure footing. d. c. Allow the chain to cut , damage to get the "feel" of saw and repair or replace pans as the cut . Inspect the saw control which kicks the guide bar up -hill side when on the bottom of...
... stand on the up and back toward the operator. USING YOUR CHAIN SAW Practice cutting a few small logs using the following technique to the bar, chain, or engine can have secure footing. d. c. Allow the chain to cut , damage to get the "feel" of saw and repair or replace pans as the cut . Inspect the saw control which kicks the guide bar up -hill side when on the bottom of...
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... saw aside and pull down the tree with a cable winch, block and tackle, or tractor. a. The hinge helps to keep the tree from the tree rolling or sliding downhill after it is ready to fall completely, set the saw . Figure 21. NOTE: Before felling cut down wind Check the lean - As tree starts ... than bottom of the notch gist. near electrical wires or buildings. - then horizontally. Remove the notch of tree fall . A WARNING Stay on the side of the tree is complete, use wedges to open the cut NOTE: and the ranch to avoid kickback and chain damage. if you will tend to fall...
... saw aside and pull down the tree with a cable winch, block and tackle, or tractor. a. The hinge helps to keep the tree from the tree rolling or sliding downhill after it is ready to fall completely, set the saw . Figure 21. NOTE: Before felling cut down wind Check the lean - As tree starts ... than bottom of the notch gist. near electrical wires or buildings. - then horizontally. Remove the notch of tree fall . A WARNING Stay on the side of the tree is complete, use wedges to open the cut NOTE: and the ranch to avoid kickback and chain damage. if you will tend to fall...
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... pressure downward. - Stop the saw, drive a wedge of the saw can lose control of wood could be removed easily. Overcut with the top of the saw from pinching. IMPORTANT POINTS a. d.Do not cut until the saw against the log, exert ligh pressure upward. A WARNING Never turn the saw . Do not attempt to the saw upside down area. t Cut Pressure Side 21.:171 2nd Cut 2nd Cut c 1st Cut Pressure...
... pressure downward. - Stop the saw, drive a wedge of the saw can lose control of wood could be removed easily. Overcut with the top of the saw from pinching. IMPORTANT POINTS a. d.Do not cut until the saw against the log, exert ligh pressure upward. A WARNING Never turn the saw . Do not attempt to the saw upside down area. t Cut Pressure Side 21.:171 2nd Cut 2nd Cut c 1st Cut Pressure...
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... saw chain and be done safely and properly. b. h.In area B: Overcut 1/3 of thc way through the log. 2.) Finish with an overcut. b.In area B: I .) Undercut 1/3 of the guide bar when limbing or pruning. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs. Watch out for bradches that are bent or under pressure as you are higher than your balance or control...
... saw chain and be done safely and properly. b. h.In area B: Overcut 1/3 of thc way through the log. 2.) Finish with an overcut. b.In area B: I .) Undercut 1/3 of the guide bar when limbing or pruning. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs. Watch out for bradches that are bent or under pressure as you are higher than your balance or control...
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... File Edges Square 5. engine cool as opposed to the engine, do not operate the unit without the air filter in this manual. - Regular maintenance as the saw that has just been • Use only POULAN PRO accessories and replacement parts as required. - Clean the oil holes at all chain saw for each time the chain is sharpened. Remove the spark arrestor screen. Remove the cylinder cover screws end cylinder cover. I . the guide bar is used and must be forced through the cut...
... File Edges Square 5. engine cool as opposed to the engine, do not operate the unit without the air filter in this manual. - Regular maintenance as the saw that has just been • Use only POULAN PRO accessories and replacement parts as required. - Clean the oil holes at all chain saw for each time the chain is sharpened. Remove the spark arrestor screen. Remove the cylinder cover screws end cylinder cover. I . the guide bar is used and must be forced through the cut...
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..., use the saw /chain to the place of the brake hand is broken, bent or damaged in the Operator's Manual. The entire unit yanv must be replaced when any maintenance. Any tinge the Meth, !bake operation has noticeably, changed it has exceeded its senior life andmint be made by qualified service personnel. Proper operation is cleaned. the lain brake needs replacement. Keep the clutch drunrand brake band clean and free...
..., use the saw /chain to the place of the brake hand is broken, bent or damaged in the Operator's Manual. The entire unit yanv must be replaced when any maintenance. Any tinge the Meth, !bake operation has noticeably, changed it has exceeded its senior life andmint be made by qualified service personnel. Proper operation is cleaned. the lain brake needs replacement. Keep the clutch drunrand brake band clean and free...
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... speed mixture screw counterclockwise until the saw while cutting. Counterclockwise if the saw smokes or loses power in the terse or larks power while cutting. • Repeat the test cut. • Continue with 1/16 turn at the factory for best power by sound or speed, butjudge by air filter cleaning. mance. 'CAUTION: IA carburetor setting that all instructions and consult the Troubleshooting section of a turn adjustments until the RPM speeds up . Turn high speed screw clockwise using I/16 turn...
... speed mixture screw counterclockwise until the saw while cutting. Counterclockwise if the saw smokes or loses power in the terse or larks power while cutting. • Repeat the test cut. • Continue with 1/16 turn at the factory for best power by sound or speed, butjudge by air filter cleaning. mance. 'CAUTION: IA carburetor setting that all instructions and consult the Troubleshooting section of a turn adjustments until the RPM speeds up . Turn high speed screw clockwise using I/16 turn...
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... children. Poulan Pro 40:l 2-cycle engine oil is important to prevent gum deposits from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. Refer to passers by starting the engine and letting it run until it in place. Inspect the guide bar and chain, replace a guide bar that has collected. Replace any other way. f,CAUTION.IWear gloves when handling the chain. lighten all guards in a vehicle. Do not cover with fuel stabilizers. • Remove spark plug and...
... children. Poulan Pro 40:l 2-cycle engine oil is important to prevent gum deposits from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. Refer to passers by starting the engine and letting it run until it in place. Inspect the guide bar and chain, replace a guide bar that has collected. Replace any other way. f,CAUTION.IWear gloves when handling the chain. lighten all guards in a vehicle. Do not cover with fuel stabilizers. • Remove spark plug and...
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.... See "Starting Instructions." 3. Replace fuel filter inspect fuel line. 5. I . I . See "Carburetor Adjustments." 4. See "Carburetor Adjustments.." / Contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Repair or replace. 4. Install chain in . Contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Spark plug not firing. 4. Idle speed set too low (Lean). 3. I . Choke partially on muffler outlet screen. 6. Oil lank empty. Carburetor requires adjustment. 3. Guide bar rails pinched. 4. Guide bar bent or worn. I . Move switch to the "START' position. 7. Contact...
.... See "Starting Instructions." 3. Replace fuel filter inspect fuel line. 5. I . I . See "Carburetor Adjustments." 4. See "Carburetor Adjustments.." / Contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Repair or replace. 4. Install chain in . Contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Spark plug not firing. 4. Idle speed set too low (Lean). 3. I . Choke partially on muffler outlet screen. 6. Oil lank empty. Carburetor requires adjustment. 3. Guide bar rails pinched. 4. Guide bar bent or worn. I . Move switch to the "START' position. 7. Contact...
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... - 20 - Clean . Guide has Inspect (wear, damage) Clean. Chain sprocket. Replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws). Deburr Replace - Check - Air filler Clean. Clean Carburetor. 1. MAINTENANCE CHART Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean Throttle trigger; stop switch. Replace pick-up - Fuel lank. Inspect Chain oil tank. Chain lubrication. Fill Saw chain. when dull. when replacing chain. Spark arrestor screen. Refighten. Replace when wom or damaged. before starting work...
... - 20 - Clean . Guide has Inspect (wear, damage) Clean. Chain sprocket. Replace All accessible screws and nuts (not adjusting screws). Deburr Replace - Check - Air filler Clean. Clean Carburetor. 1. MAINTENANCE CHART Complete machine Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Clean Throttle trigger; stop switch. Replace pick-up - Fuel lank. Inspect Chain oil tank. Chain lubrication. Fill Saw chain. when dull. when replacing chain. Spark arrestor screen. Refighten. Replace when wom or damaged. before starting work...