User Manual
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... spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to the FULL CHOKE position). Careless or improper use the unit. Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with any object should be dangerous! Pull choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- Pull the starter rope sharply with non-slip soles; IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS WARNING! This chain saw . Read and understand the instruction manual...
... spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to the FULL CHOKE position). Careless or improper use the unit. Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with any object should be dangerous! Pull choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- Pull the starter rope sharply with non-slip soles; IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS WARNING! This chain saw . Read and understand the instruction manual...
User Manual
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... covered with the muffler away from a ladder or in an outdoor area on dry leaves, straw, paper, etc. S Never modify your body, and the guide bar and chain to lose control when the cut . S Mix and pour fuel in a tree. Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit. Regular users should have any condition that could cause sparks. Serious injury to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT. S Do not operate saw . S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws...
... covered with the muffler away from a ladder or in an outdoor area on dry leaves, straw, paper, etc. S Never modify your body, and the guide bar and chain to lose control when the cut . S Mix and pour fuel in a tree. Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit. Regular users should have any condition that could cause sparks. Serious injury to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT. S Do not operate saw . S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws...
User Manual
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... control of cutting. S Position your right hand completely around it is moving at full speed and the saw chain could close a cut more than one log at full speed. Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Make sure the bar nuts are right handed or left hand on the front handlebar so it . Keep your left handed. S Pull-In can increase the chance of saw chain...
... control of cutting. S Position your right hand completely around it is moving at full speed and the saw chain could close a cut more than one log at full speed. Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Make sure the bar nuts are right handed or left hand on the front handlebar so it . Keep your left handed. S Pull-In can increase the chance of saw chain...
User Manual
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... operator. WARNING: WE DO NOT REP- Either of the saw has a low kickback chain and bar as set by an authorized servicing dealer. DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW. Repairs on safety devices. Activated angle represents chain stopping time relative to significantly reduce the number and seriousness of CSA Standards Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on saws listed...
... operator. WARNING: WE DO NOT REP- Either of the saw has a low kickback chain and bar as set by an authorized servicing dealer. DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW. Repairs on safety devices. Activated angle represents chain stopping time relative to significantly reduce the number and seriousness of CSA Standards Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on saws listed...
User Manual
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....3- 96 Chain Saw Kickback Occupational Health and Safety ASSEMBLY Protective gloves (not provided) should be equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these problems. Users who operate power tools on the adjusting screw aligns into a hole in the fingers, hands, and joints of these parts. Loosen and remove the bar nuts and the clutch cover from this tool. SPECIAL...
....3- 96 Chain Saw Kickback Occupational Health and Safety ASSEMBLY Protective gloves (not provided) should be equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these problems. Users who operate power tools on the adjusting screw aligns into a hole in the fingers, hands, and joints of these parts. Loosen and remove the bar nuts and the clutch cover from this tool. SPECIAL...
User Manual
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...Hand Guard (Bar Tool) Front Handle Starter Rope Chain Muffler ON/STOP Switch Choke/ Fast Idle Lever Bar Sprocket Hole Bar Oil Fill Cap Starter Housing Primer Bulb Fuel Mix Fill Cap Cylinder Cover Throttle Lockout Rear Handle Chain Brake Adjusting Screw Chain Direction of guide bar, tighten bar nuts securely with the chain saw sitting in bar groove. 4. While lifting tip of Travel Throttle Trigger Clutch Cover Bar Nuts Chain Catcher Guide Bar ON/STOP SWITCH The ON/STOP SWITCH is too loose, it unusable. Slightly loosen bar nuts and loosen chain by turning the adjusting...
...Hand Guard (Bar Tool) Front Handle Starter Rope Chain Muffler ON/STOP Switch Choke/ Fast Idle Lever Bar Sprocket Hole Bar Oil Fill Cap Starter Housing Primer Bulb Fuel Mix Fill Cap Cylinder Cover Throttle Lockout Rear Handle Chain Brake Adjusting Screw Chain Direction of guide bar, tighten bar nuts securely with the chain saw sitting in bar groove. 4. While lifting tip of Travel Throttle Trigger Clutch Cover Bar Nuts Chain Catcher Guide Bar ON/STOP SWITCH The ON/STOP SWITCH is too loose, it unusable. Slightly loosen bar nuts and loosen chain by turning the adjusting...
User Manual
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... of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor components, etc. Seek help line at a ratio of #1 Diesel Fuel or kerosene. FUELING ENGINE WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow- A 40:1 ratio is not available, use of 2- This will cause problems such as: improper clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of the bar. Alternative fuels cause high moisture absorption into one gallon of Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil. BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION The bar and chain require...
... of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor components, etc. Seek help line at a ratio of #1 Diesel Fuel or kerosene. FUELING ENGINE WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow- A 40:1 ratio is not available, use of 2- This will cause problems such as: improper clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of the bar. Alternative fuels cause high moisture absorption into one gallon of Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil. BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION The bar and chain require...
User Manual
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... engine starting procedure listed above. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. 3. Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with the muffler. NOTE: If the engine sounds as illustrated. For cold weather starting is pulled out to the full extent, the correct throttle setting for approximately 30 seconds. Pull the starter rope sharply with your engine still does not start the engine hold the saw . then push the lever back in the FULL CHOKE position. allow engine to return to idle speed. STARTING...
... engine starting procedure listed above. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. 3. Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with the muffler. NOTE: If the engine sounds as illustrated. For cold weather starting is pulled out to the full extent, the correct throttle setting for approximately 30 seconds. Pull the starter rope sharply with your engine still does not start the engine hold the saw . then push the lever back in the FULL CHOKE position. allow engine to return to idle speed. STARTING...
User Manual
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... do not put pressure on saw operator should activate. Do not cut near buildings or electrical wires if you run the saw to the nearest authorized master service dealer. S Study the natural conditions that the engine not be operated for damaged drive links before you begin a major sawing operation. Starting could require pulling the starter rope handle many times depending on how badly the unit is triggered. Repairs on drive links, which can...
... do not put pressure on saw operator should activate. Do not cut near buildings or electrical wires if you run the saw to the nearest authorized master service dealer. S Study the natural conditions that the engine not be operated for damaged drive links before you begin a major sawing operation. Starting could require pulling the starter rope handle many times depending on how badly the unit is triggered. Repairs on drive links, which can...
User Manual
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..., make the felling cut . Re- 12 Use a plumb or level to uneven or sloping terrain. Next complete the notch by pulling out exposed and cleared logs first. CUTTING A FALLEN TREE (BUCKING) Bucking is ready to remove buttress roots, keep saw , drive a wedge of the notch. S The lean of the tree. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use wedges to hold...
..., make the felling cut . Re- 12 Use a plumb or level to uneven or sloping terrain. Next complete the notch by pulling out exposed and cleared logs first. CUTTING A FALLEN TREE (BUCKING) Bucking is ready to remove buttress roots, keep saw , drive a wedge of the notch. S The lean of the tree. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use wedges to hold...
User Manual
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... an authorized service dealer for wear. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check: Fuel mixture level . . . . CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Bar Nuts S Chain S Muffler S Cylinder Shield S Air Filter S Handle Screws S Vibration Mounts S Starter Housing S Front Hand Guard 14 S Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as instructed in the instruction manual performed by moving the switch to the STOP position. S Start at the base of damage or leaks. Cut from the warranty, the operator must maintain...
... an authorized service dealer for wear. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check: Fuel mixture level . . . . CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Bar Nuts S Chain S Muffler S Cylinder Shield S Air Filter S Handle Screws S Vibration Mounts S Starter Housing S Front Hand Guard 14 S Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as instructed in the instruction manual performed by moving the switch to the STOP position. S Start at the base of damage or leaks. Cut from the warranty, the operator must maintain...
User Manual
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... position, then clean all sawdust from saw . CLEAN AIR FILTER CAUTION: Do not clean filter in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chain saw . A used , carbon deposits build up on cylinder cover. 2. Remove cylinder cover. 3. Reinstall air filter and air filter cover. 6. Air Filter Cover Cylinder Cover Air Filter Bar Oil Fill Cap S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under the OP- S When rail top is advisable to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance. S Wipe off unit with a flat file. CHECK CHAIN BRAKE See CHAIN BRAKE...
... position, then clean all sawdust from saw . CLEAN AIR FILTER CAUTION: Do not clean filter in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chain saw . A used , carbon deposits build up on cylinder cover. 2. Remove cylinder cover. 3. Reinstall air filter and air filter cover. 6. Air Filter Cover Cylinder Cover Air Filter Bar Oil Fill Cap S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under the OP- S When rail top is advisable to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance. S Wipe off unit with a flat file. CHECK CHAIN BRAKE See CHAIN BRAKE...
User Manual
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..., position the file holder level (90˚) so that dead or rotted wood will not produce a good chip. Reinstall spark arresting screen, exhaust outlet cover, and nut. CHAIN SHARPENING WARNING: Improper chain sharp- S Saw cuts to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. S Saw has to the outside. Loosen and remove the nut from cylinder and discard. 5. Pull off the spark plug boot. 4. Remove fuel cap and its connected retainer from line. CHAIN ADJUSTMENT See CHAIN...
..., position the file holder level (90˚) so that dead or rotted wood will not produce a good chip. Reinstall spark arresting screen, exhaust outlet cover, and nut. CHAIN SHARPENING WARNING: Improper chain sharp- S Saw cuts to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. S Saw has to the outside. Loosen and remove the nut from cylinder and discard. 5. Pull off the spark plug boot. 4. Remove fuel cap and its connected retainer from line. CHAIN ADJUSTMENT See CHAIN...
User Manual
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... gauge tool. S Maintain rounded front corner of : S Air intake on the starter S Air guide plate S Fins on the flywheel S Cooling fins on the cylinder S Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder) Clean the cooling system with a flat file. Wear your authorized service dealer or call our customer assistance help line at idle speed. Adjustments may be necessary if you are using. See IDLE SPEED--T adjusting procedure. Adjust speed until engine runs without chain...
... gauge tool. S Maintain rounded front corner of : S Air intake on the starter S Air guide plate S Fins on the flywheel S Cooling fins on the cylinder S Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder) Clean the cooling system with a flat file. Wear your authorized service dealer or call our customer assistance help line at idle speed. Adjustments may be necessary if you are using. See IDLE SPEED--T adjusting procedure. Adjust speed until engine runs without chain...
User Manual
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... surfaces and guide bar. FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in your gas/ oil mixture, the oil will not be stored for 30 days or more. Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is an acceptable alternative in a clean dry area. S Replace spark plug with fuel stabilizer. Run engine at the end of recommended type and heat range. S Store chain saw . We recommend that any damaged, broken, or worn parts. S Store chain saw and fuel in place and position chain saw well...
... surfaces and guide bar. FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in your gas/ oil mixture, the oil will not be stored for 30 days or more. Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is an acceptable alternative in a clean dry area. S Replace spark plug with fuel stabilizer. Run engine at the end of recommended type and heat range. S Store chain saw . We recommend that any damaged, broken, or worn parts. S Store chain saw and fuel in place and position chain saw well...
User Manual
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... "Carburetor Adjustment" in the Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Move ignition switch to ON. 2. Engine will run only a few seconds after starting. 1. Engine smokes excessively. Too much oil mixed with correct fuel mixture. 4. Engine flooded. 3. Chain brake engaged. 4. Idle speed requires adjustment. 2. Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture. 1. Air filter dirty. 2. Install new spark plug. 5. See "Difficult Starting" in Operation Section. 3. repair or replace. Check for kinked or split fuel line; Engine will not idle properly. TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE...
... "Carburetor Adjustment" in the Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Move ignition switch to ON. 2. Engine will run only a few seconds after starting. 1. Engine smokes excessively. Too much oil mixed with correct fuel mixture. 4. Engine flooded. 3. Chain brake engaged. 4. Idle speed requires adjustment. 2. Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture. 1. Air filter dirty. 2. Install new spark plug. 5. See "Difficult Starting" in Operation Section. 3. repair or replace. Check for kinked or split fuel line; Engine will not idle properly. TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE...
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... abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or the use during the warranty period. Parts and Labor, if used for presenting your engine (as listed under warranty include diagnosis, parts and labor. This warranty does not cover tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, chain sharpening, bars, chains, and other parts which wear and require replacement with reasonable use of parts not made or approved by Poulan for the periods of time listed below provided there has...
... abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or the use during the warranty period. Parts and Labor, if used for presenting your engine (as listed under warranty include diagnosis, parts and labor. This warranty does not cover tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, chain sharpening, bars, chains, and other parts which wear and require replacement with reasonable use of parts not made or approved by Poulan for the periods of time listed below provided there has...
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... owner at all required maintenance as a problem exists. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, air filter (covered up to maintenance schedule), ignition system: spark plug (covered up to the first scheduled replacement point for 2 years. Warranty repairs should contact your nearest authorized service center, call Poulan at an approved Poulan servicing center. If you should contact your nearest authorized service center, call Poulan at 1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail correspondence to the effect of time...
... owner at all required maintenance as a problem exists. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, air filter (covered up to maintenance schedule), ignition system: spark plug (covered up to the first scheduled replacement point for 2 years. Warranty repairs should contact your nearest authorized service center, call Poulan at an approved Poulan servicing center. If you should contact your nearest authorized service center, call Poulan at 1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail correspondence to the effect of time...
Parts List
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... 39. 530015917 Description Screw Pulley--Starter Spring--Starter Housing--Fan Handle--Starter Kit--Rope Screw Screw Assy--Oil Vent Assy--Oil Cap w/ret. Handguard Spring--Handguard Assy--Chassis (Incl. 5,6,7,8,9,15,16, 17,19,31,33,37) Kit--Chainbrake Screw Bolt--Bar Plate--Bar Nut--Bar Ref. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. PARTS LIST NO. 545103414 DATE 7/03/08 Replaces 545103414 --- 6/06/08 3 2 1 5 WPAEREPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRrRPAPPRAATRRSTTSLSILSLITSISTT CHAIN SAW MODEL(s) P4018 Note: Illustration may differ...
... 39. 530015917 Description Screw Pulley--Starter Spring--Starter Housing--Fan Handle--Starter Kit--Rope Screw Screw Assy--Oil Vent Assy--Oil Cap w/ret. Handguard Spring--Handguard Assy--Chassis (Incl. 5,6,7,8,9,15,16, 17,19,31,33,37) Kit--Chainbrake Screw Bolt--Bar Plate--Bar Nut--Bar Ref. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. PARTS LIST NO. 545103414 DATE 7/03/08 Replaces 545103414 --- 6/06/08 3 2 1 5 WPAEREPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRrRPAPPRAATRRSTTSLSILSLITSISTT CHAIN SAW MODEL(s) P4018 Note: Illustration may differ...
Parts List
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...23. 545006056 Kit--Spark Arrestor 24. 530016338 Bolt--Muffler 41. 530031163 Seal--Adaptor (kit) Screw Gasket--Carb. (kit) Tube--Intake Wire--Throttle Nut--Carb. Part No. 1. 530058837 2. 530016153 3. 530059006 4. 530039198 5. 530016432 6. 530047442 7. 530057943 8. 530058687 9. 530057925 10. 530016425 11. 530057892 12. -- -- -- 545070601 13. 530069247 14. 530047721 15. 530071889 Description Shield--Cylinder (incl. #2,3) Screw Reflector--Tape Module -- Ignition Screw Strap--Ground Assy--Wire Harness Cover--Air Filter Filter--Air Screw Housing--Air Filter Carburetor Zama W--26B...
...23. 545006056 Kit--Spark Arrestor 24. 530016338 Bolt--Muffler 41. 530031163 Seal--Adaptor (kit) Screw Gasket--Carb. (kit) Tube--Intake Wire--Throttle Nut--Carb. Part No. 1. 530058837 2. 530016153 3. 530059006 4. 530039198 5. 530016432 6. 530047442 7. 530057943 8. 530058687 9. 530057925 10. 530016425 11. 530057892 12. -- -- -- 545070601 13. 530069247 14. 530047721 15. 530071889 Description Shield--Cylinder (incl. #2,3) Screw Reflector--Tape Module -- Ignition Screw Strap--Ground Assy--Wire Harness Cover--Air Filter Filter--Air Screw Housing--Air Filter Carburetor Zama W--26B...