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Note Special Instructions for future reference. Model No Serial No BEAIRD-POULAN/ WEED EATER Division Emerson Electric Co. 5020 Flournoy-Lucas Road Shreveport, Louisiana 71109 Retain these numbers for operator's manual Record in the space provided below the model number and serial number of your saw CAUTION: Read Rules for Safe Operation Carefully. Bow Saw Users. Pout n 4400/4900/5400Counter Vibe chain saw .
Note Special Instructions for future reference. Model No Serial No BEAIRD-POULAN/ WEED EATER Division Emerson Electric Co. 5020 Flournoy-Lucas Road Shreveport, Louisiana 71109 Retain these numbers for operator's manual Record in the space provided below the model number and serial number of your saw CAUTION: Read Rules for Safe Operation Carefully. Bow Saw Users. Pout n 4400/4900/5400Counter Vibe chain saw .
User Manual
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... DISPLACEMENT SPARK PLUG SPARK PLUG GAP IGNITION MODULE AIR GAP OILER GUIDE BAR CHAIN BOW GUIDE FUEL MIX MUFFLER TABLE OF CONTENTS 3, 4 3, 4 7 4, 5 7 5 6 6 8, 9 10 11 12 13 SPECIFICATIONS 4400 4900 5400 4.2 in3 /69 cm3 4.7 in3 /77cm3 5.2in3 /85cm3 Champion CJ-8 Champion CJ-8 Champion CJ-4 .023 to .027" Solid State .008 to a liability for a fine. 2 gas. gasoline 1/2 pt. (32:1) oil to operate a chain saw in California. THIS ENGINE IS NOT EQUIPPED from your dealer. reg. Bar and Chain Installation Chain Adjustment Bow Installation Operating Instructions Cutting...
... DISPLACEMENT SPARK PLUG SPARK PLUG GAP IGNITION MODULE AIR GAP OILER GUIDE BAR CHAIN BOW GUIDE FUEL MIX MUFFLER TABLE OF CONTENTS 3, 4 3, 4 7 4, 5 7 5 6 6 8, 9 10 11 12 13 SPECIFICATIONS 4400 4900 5400 4.2 in3 /69 cm3 4.7 in3 /77cm3 5.2in3 /85cm3 Champion CJ-8 Champion CJ-8 Champion CJ-4 .023 to .027" Solid State .008 to a liability for a fine. 2 gas. gasoline 1/2 pt. (32:1) oil to operate a chain saw in California. THIS ENGINE IS NOT EQUIPPED from your dealer. reg. Bar and Chain Installation Chain Adjustment Bow Installation Operating Instructions Cutting...
User Manual
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... with the cutting chain in contact with your hand slips off the front handlebar or you lose control of the guide plates.) FIGURE 2. 3. Remove the bar clamp and outer guide bar plate. (Note position of the saw. A hand guard is provided to prevent breakage. 0 It 1O 0 . THIS SAW INTENDED FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. SAFETY FEATURES Your new chain saw is equipped with the screws provided. HAND GUARD MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 1.
... with the cutting chain in contact with your hand slips off the front handlebar or you lose control of the guide plates.) FIGURE 2. 3. Remove the bar clamp and outer guide bar plate. (Note position of the saw. A hand guard is provided to prevent breakage. 0 It 1O 0 . THIS SAW INTENDED FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. SAFETY FEATURES Your new chain saw is equipped with the screws provided. HAND GUARD MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 1.
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Replace the outer guide bar plate and bar clamp. Holding the tip of your saw runs out of fuel, make the following adjustment: Turn the adjustment screw clockwise sml until all the drive links are to the bar and chain whenever the engine is equipped with a fresh mixture before removing. Is the chain sharp? O Did you fill the fuel tank. BAR AND CHAIN OIL: Use straight bar and chain lube above 300 Fahrenheit. If there is properly...
Replace the outer guide bar plate and bar clamp. Holding the tip of your saw runs out of fuel, make the following adjustment: Turn the adjustment screw clockwise sml until all the drive links are to the bar and chain whenever the engine is equipped with a fresh mixture before removing. Is the chain sharp? O Did you fill the fuel tank. BAR AND CHAIN OIL: Use straight bar and chain lube above 300 Fahrenheit. If there is properly...
User Manual
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... the weight in your chain sharp. Should engine flood, repeat starting . 1. Tie a weight to fall , use "notch" method described in until engine fires. (A single "pop" is a good vertical line to STOP position. A tree is 2-• Felling Cut ymir Direction of Fall • t ee_ f Figure 8 Direction of control handle. 6. After engine starts and runs a few pulls. When the tree starts to a piece of string about the direction...
... the weight in your chain sharp. Should engine flood, repeat starting . 1. Tie a weight to fall , use "notch" method described in until engine fires. (A single "pop" is a good vertical line to STOP position. A tree is 2-• Felling Cut ymir Direction of Fall • t ee_ f Figure 8 Direction of control handle. 6. After engine starts and runs a few pulls. When the tree starts to a piece of string about the direction...
User Manual
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... adjusting pin enters hole on bow guide. 4. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE SPIKES, GUARD, AND HAND GUARD PROPERLY ATTACHED. 2. Mount inner guide bar plate, bow guide, outer guide bar plate, chain, and bar clamp on saw firmly with both hands. 3. Install mounting nuts finger tight, adjust chain tension, and tighten nuts. Be sure the spikes are in the danger area, (See Fig. 13) the bow is included with the bow kit...
... adjusting pin enters hole on bow guide. 4. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE SPIKES, GUARD, AND HAND GUARD PROPERLY ATTACHED. 2. Mount inner guide bar plate, bow guide, outer guide bar plate, chain, and bar clamp on saw firmly with both hands. 3. Install mounting nuts finger tight, adjust chain tension, and tighten nuts. Be sure the spikes are in the danger area, (See Fig. 13) the bow is included with the bow kit...
User Manual
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... and head protection devices. • Use caution when handling fuel. Conditions in open, well-ventilated areas. strong wind, rain, snowing, or other than the items listedin the operator'smanualmaintenance instructions, should be performed by competent chain saw . Handle fuel only in Your Work Area • Do not attempt to cut at proper tension. • Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide bar and chain covered and...
... and head protection devices. • Use caution when handling fuel. Conditions in open, well-ventilated areas. strong wind, rain, snowing, or other than the items listedin the operator'smanualmaintenance instructions, should be performed by competent chain saw . Handle fuel only in Your Work Area • Do not attempt to cut at proper tension. • Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide bar and chain covered and...
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... saw chain when the engine is running . CENTER SPREAD OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW • Wear your protective gear. • Before you start the engine, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. • Keep all parts of your HAND GUARD is securely fastened to lose control of the saw. Use a firm grip with any part of the body. You might lose your cutting at the nose of the guide bar...
... saw chain when the engine is running . CENTER SPREAD OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW • Wear your protective gear. • Before you start the engine, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. • Keep all parts of your HAND GUARD is securely fastened to lose control of the saw. Use a firm grip with any part of the body. You might lose your cutting at the nose of the guide bar...
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... prevent accidental starting of the bar and chain. Figure 17. Position the punch as shown in a counterclockwise direction. The threads are broken or worn. Remove the cylinder cover and the high tension lead from the spark plug to remove. 4. Remove the bar clamp and the bar and chain. Replace the clutch in Figure 16 and tap lightly with the hammer. Inspect the clutch shoes and springs. Figure 18...
... prevent accidental starting of the bar and chain. Figure 17. Position the punch as shown in a counterclockwise direction. The threads are broken or worn. Remove the cylinder cover and the high tension lead from the spark plug to remove. 4. Remove the bar clamp and the bar and chain. Replace the clutch in Figure 16 and tap lightly with the hammer. Inspect the clutch shoes and springs. Figure 18...
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... with power in place. THE CHAIN WILL BE MOVING DURING THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE. 2. A. Remove the cylinder cover, then remove air filter. N._ Figure 20 MOUNTS: Your saw without the air filter in the test cut , allow it to be set as fast as possible, without hesitation. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT (Model 4400/4900/5400) STOP THE ENGINE - IT IS NECESSARY TO REPLACE ALL MOUNTS WHEN A MOUNT FAILURE OCCURS. 4-s 1 High Speed Mixture Screw tv2,34/ i, €4, Ictle Speed Screw / Low Speed Mixture Screw...
... with power in place. THE CHAIN WILL BE MOVING DURING THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE. 2. A. Remove the cylinder cover, then remove air filter. N._ Figure 20 MOUNTS: Your saw without the air filter in the test cut , allow it to be set as fast as possible, without hesitation. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT (Model 4400/4900/5400) STOP THE ENGINE - IT IS NECESSARY TO REPLACE ALL MOUNTS WHEN A MOUNT FAILURE OCCURS. 4-s 1 High Speed Mixture Screw tv2,34/ i, €4, Ictle Speed Screw / Low Speed Mixture Screw...
User Manual
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... housing and then the starter handle. Grease S/N Bar before use and at least 3 times per day for heavy use. Then turn the pulley THREE TURNS counterclockwise k . Remove the fan housing. 2. GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE Check the condition of rope through the hole in (4). To Sharpen 1. Don't clamp the chain! Remove screw using the rope turn the saw to cut on the other side. 5. Feed pointed end of the guide bar often. Rollover is tight against the pulley. Always check the depth gauge...
... housing and then the starter handle. Grease S/N Bar before use and at least 3 times per day for heavy use. Then turn the pulley THREE TURNS counterclockwise k . Remove the fan housing. 2. GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE Check the condition of rope through the hole in (4). To Sharpen 1. Don't clamp the chain! Remove screw using the rope turn the saw to cut on the other side. 5. Feed pointed end of the guide bar often. Rollover is tight against the pulley. Always check the depth gauge...
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...Pull starter until engine starts and clears itself. 6. Fill with carbon. 1. page 11. 3. Adjust idle speed screw counterclock- Mix fuel thoroughly using recommended oil and gas. 2. Check for air leaks, return to dealer for service. 1. See Page 12. 2. page 3 & 4. 4. page 3 & 4. 2. See instructions - page 12. 3. Reshape or replace. Spark plug not firing. 4. Hi speed needle needs adjustment. 2. Oil rich fuel mixture. 4. Wrong fuel mixture. 2. Chain on power. 1. Dirty oil filter. 3. Depth gauges too low. 3. Replace with new bar. 5. Push choke knob in tank. Remove...
...Pull starter until engine starts and clears itself. 6. Fill with carbon. 1. page 11. 3. Adjust idle speed screw counterclock- Mix fuel thoroughly using recommended oil and gas. 2. Check for air leaks, return to dealer for service. 1. See Page 12. 2. page 3 & 4. 4. page 3 & 4. 2. See instructions - page 12. 3. Reshape or replace. Spark plug not firing. 4. Hi speed needle needs adjustment. 2. Oil rich fuel mixture. 4. Wrong fuel mixture. 2. Chain on power. 1. Dirty oil filter. 3. Depth gauges too low. 3. Replace with new bar. 5. Push choke knob in tank. Remove...
Parts List
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...® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 69 7 \ 65 66 67 -I 68 - ' 10 11 ENGINE ¶) GASKET KIT ZWARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by ') 1 Muffler Heat Shield (Optional)(Incl. #65, 66, 67& 70) 1 Hex Fastener & Muffler Ass'y. (Optional) 1 Decal Professional User 1 Decal -Fan Housing - 4400 - 4900 - 5400 Indicates contents of Engine Gasket Kit = Part Charlyv ***** = Service Reference N= New Part No. Muffler 1 Screen - DESCRIPTION 1 Spark Plug (CJ-8) 1 Air Baffle Assembly...
...® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 69 7 \ 65 66 67 -I 68 - ' 10 11 ENGINE ¶) GASKET KIT ZWARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by ') 1 Muffler Heat Shield (Optional)(Incl. #65, 66, 67& 70) 1 Hex Fastener & Muffler Ass'y. (Optional) 1 Decal Professional User 1 Decal -Fan Housing - 4400 - 4900 - 5400 Indicates contents of Engine Gasket Kit = Part Charlyv ***** = Service Reference N= New Part No. Muffler 1 Screen - DESCRIPTION 1 Spark Plug (CJ-8) 1 Air Baffle Assembly...
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... 19083 15038 19086 24003 39067 23692 24224 15036 23661 25856 1726 15198 OTY. Adj. Transformer 1 Clamp Lead Wire 1 Vent - v1 12 13 14 15 16 5 4 6J 17 POULAN® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 26 35 -1- 1 36 -I 41 48 •-• CV CI .1 tr, CD NCO C -0v---N KEY NO. Ignition 1 Trigger -Throttle 1 Pin - Adaptor to Adaptor 35 1 Adaptor -Carburetor 36 1 'Gasket • Carb.
... 19083 15038 19086 24003 39067 23692 24224 15036 23661 25856 1726 15198 OTY. Adj. Transformer 1 Clamp Lead Wire 1 Vent - v1 12 13 14 15 16 5 4 6J 17 POULAN® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 26 35 -1- 1 36 -I 41 48 •-• CV CI .1 tr, CD NCO C -0v---N KEY NO. Ignition 1 Trigger -Throttle 1 Pin - Adaptor to Adaptor 35 1 Adaptor -Carburetor 36 1 'Gasket • Carb.
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... 1 Weight .5 Filter- See Service Ref. 1 3 Shoe • Clutch 3 Spring • Clutch Shoe (Purple) 1 Washer -Clutch Shoe 1 Drive Plate • Clutch 1 Rim Sprocket -See ServiceRef. 1 1 3 8" Pitch - 7 tooth 1 .404 Pitch - 7 tooth 1 Clutch Drum - See Service Ref. 1 (For Optional Rim Sprocket) 1 Scronch - "Guide Bars - .050 gauge 1 Decal -Bar Clamp - 4400 - 4900 - 5400 1 Operator's Manual 1 Bow Guide Manual 1 Canon - 4400 - 4900 - 5400 r = Part Change ***** = SelViCe Reference N = New Pan No. 'Indicates Engine Gasket Kit.Contents (Key No...
... 1 Weight .5 Filter- See Service Ref. 1 3 Shoe • Clutch 3 Spring • Clutch Shoe (Purple) 1 Washer -Clutch Shoe 1 Drive Plate • Clutch 1 Rim Sprocket -See ServiceRef. 1 1 3 8" Pitch - 7 tooth 1 .404 Pitch - 7 tooth 1 Clutch Drum - See Service Ref. 1 (For Optional Rim Sprocket) 1 Scronch - "Guide Bars - .050 gauge 1 Decal -Bar Clamp - 4400 - 4900 - 5400 1 Operator's Manual 1 Bow Guide Manual 1 Canon - 4400 - 4900 - 5400 r = Part Change ***** = SelViCe Reference N = New Pan No. 'Indicates Engine Gasket Kit.Contents (Key No...
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... 1 Kit - QTY. NO. 13 15402 14 24466 16 25239 15 22239 17 15509 18 24467 19 69164 20 21 22 Decals A B C 25954 1642 1636 25949 26841 25631 QTY. Lockwasher - 3 New Style Handlebar - 5 Old Style Handlebar - 3 Wraparound Handlebar 6 22266 1 Handlebar - Starting Instructions 1 Decal -Kickback 1 Decal-Handguard PARTS LIST NO. 64275 - 9/1/86 PAGE 4 of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 NEW...
... 1 Kit - QTY. NO. 13 15402 14 24466 16 25239 15 22239 17 15509 18 24467 19 69164 20 21 22 Decals A B C 25954 1642 1636 25949 26841 25631 QTY. Lockwasher - 3 New Style Handlebar - 5 Old Style Handlebar - 3 Wraparound Handlebar 6 22266 1 Handlebar - Starting Instructions 1 Decal -Kickback 1 Decal-Handguard PARTS LIST NO. 64275 - 9/1/86 PAGE 4 of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 NEW...
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... bar clamp are requirett before the bow guide can be installed. (See Bow Guide Manual included with attachment for modification instructions.) KEY No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 - _ - 11 Decals A - Inlei Throttle Shutter 'Gasket Spring• Throttle Shaft Return Throttle Shah & Lever Pin-Inlet Pinion Screw • Inlet PinionPinRetainer 'Lever •Inlet Conlrol Spring-Inlet Tension 'Plug- PARTS LIST NO. 64275 - 9/1/86 PAGE 5 of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 A. BodyChannel Welch(Large) SON•HighSpeed Mixture SPring...
... bar clamp are requirett before the bow guide can be installed. (See Bow Guide Manual included with attachment for modification instructions.) KEY No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 - _ - 11 Decals A - Inlei Throttle Shutter 'Gasket Spring• Throttle Shaft Return Throttle Shah & Lever Pin-Inlet Pinion Screw • Inlet PinionPinRetainer 'Lever •Inlet Conlrol Spring-Inlet Tension 'Plug- PARTS LIST NO. 64275 - 9/1/86 PAGE 5 of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 A. BodyChannel Welch(Large) SON•HighSpeed Mixture SPring...
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... GUIDE NO. GUIDE BAR AND CHAINS 1. NO. DESCRIPTION & DRIVE LINKS 32" S.N.R. **(Symmetrical) 36" S.N.R. **(Symmetrical) 44254 44266 N 51298 N 51299 PAJ590-94 PAJ590-104 NOTES: All Chains Listed in "1." For Repair of Control Tip° S.N.R. Guide Bars, Use Part No. 55065 Assembly Kit. For Repair of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN° PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 A. S.N.R. are 3/8 Pitch and .050 Gauge. Symmetrical) 27" S.N.R. • (Silkscreen - " S.N.R. = Replaceable Sprocket Nose " "" P72S Chain is available on reel and can be cut...
... GUIDE NO. GUIDE BAR AND CHAINS 1. NO. DESCRIPTION & DRIVE LINKS 32" S.N.R. **(Symmetrical) 36" S.N.R. **(Symmetrical) 44254 44266 N 51298 N 51299 PAJ590-94 PAJ590-104 NOTES: All Chains Listed in "1." For Repair of Control Tip° S.N.R. Guide Bars, Use Part No. 55065 Assembly Kit. For Repair of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN° PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 A. S.N.R. are 3/8 Pitch and .050 Gauge. Symmetrical) 27" S.N.R. • (Silkscreen - " S.N.R. = Replaceable Sprocket Nose " "" P72S Chain is available on reel and can be cut...
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... handlebar (see page 4, Key No. 6). Brake Band 2 Screw - 10 - 24 x 7716 Taptite Hex Hd. 2 Nut -Heat Shield 1 Shield - Instead, use on units with the flushcut handlebar (see page 4, Key No. 6.). Therefore, Beaird-Poulan cannot represent that a chain brake is outlined in the Operator's Manual. Bar Clamp (Not Shown) ange * *** = Service Reference N = New Part No. 3 WARNING: The effectiveness of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 A. Handguard -
... handlebar (see page 4, Key No. 6). Brake Band 2 Screw - 10 - 24 x 7716 Taptite Hex Hd. 2 Nut -Heat Shield 1 Shield - Instead, use on units with the flushcut handlebar (see page 4, Key No. 6.). Therefore, Beaird-Poulan cannot represent that a chain brake is outlined in the Operator's Manual. Bar Clamp (Not Shown) ange * *** = Service Reference N = New Part No. 3 WARNING: The effectiveness of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN® PARTS LIST CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 A. Handguard -
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See the illustrated Rim Sprocket System on page 3 for correct washer positioning. Page 3 When a rim sprocket is installed, the standard position of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN® PARTS LIST SERVICE REFERENCE CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 1. PARTS LIST NO. 64275- 9/1/86 PAGE 8 of the clutch washers (Key No. 20 and 32) must be reversed. Clutch Washers with Rim Sprocket -
See the illustrated Rim Sprocket System on page 3 for correct washer positioning. Page 3 When a rim sprocket is installed, the standard position of 8 REPLACES 64275 - 9/15/85 POULAN® PARTS LIST SERVICE REFERENCE CHAIN SAW MODELS: 4400/4900/5400 1. PARTS LIST NO. 64275- 9/1/86 PAGE 8 of the clutch washers (Key No. 20 and 32) must be reversed. Clutch Washers with Rim Sprocket -