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® Poulan Por favor , no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra . i _ Please do not return unit to retailer . Veuillez ne pas retourner I'outil au d _ taillant . • 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 www . poulan . com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'lnstructions 1950 / 1975 / 2050 / 2055 / 2075 / 2150 2155 / 2175 / 2350 / 2375 / 2150PR For Occasional Use Only c ( UL ) us v WARNING : A 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 : l _ ire le manuel d'instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse - ments et toutes les instructions de s _ curit6 . Tout d _ faut de le faire pourrait entrafner des blessures graves . Electrolux Home Products , Inc . Electrolux Canada Corporation 250 Bobby Jones Expressway 6150 McLaughlin Road Augusta , GA 30907 Mississauga , Ontario L5R 4C2 [ ] From the E / ectro / ux C _ m , LO . The world's NO . 1 choice , KtTC _ CLE , _ N / NAGNDOUTDOOaRp , ° LtAN _ ECSOt , ' _ N _ D Copyright ( 02002 Electrolux Home Products , Inc . 530163675 9 / 26 / 02
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WARNINGt This chain Read and understand the instruction manual before saw can be dangerous ! Care - using the chain saw . less or improperuse can cause sedous or even fatal injury . Always wear appropriate ear protection , eye protection and head protection . Always use two hands when operating the chain saw . WARNINGt Contacting the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided ; tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward , which may cause se - rious injury . Measured maximum kickback value without chain brake for the bar and chain combination on the label . Hearing Safety Hat _ WARNING : Always disconnect Protection _ Eyeo _ spark plug wire and place wire where it can - " _ S o ' Protection not contact spark plug to prevent accidental Snug starting when setting up , transporting , ad - justing or making repairs except carburetor Heavy Duty adjustments . Clothing Gloves Because a chain saw is a high - speed wood - catting tool , special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents . Careless or improper use of this tool can Safety Safety Chaps cause serious injury . Shoes PLAN AHEAD • Read this manual carefully until you com - pletely understand and can follow all safety rules , precautions , and operating instruc - tions before attempting to use the unit . • Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and can follow safety • Keep all parts of your body away from the rules , precautions , and operating instruc - chain when the engine is running . tions found in this manual . • Keep children , bystanders , and animals a • Wear protective gear . Always use steel - minimum of 30 feet ( 1g meters ) away from toed safety footwear with non - slip soles ; the work area . Do not allow other epeoplen or animals to be near the chain saw wh snug - fitting clothing ; heavy - duty , non - slip gloves ; eye protection such as non - fog - starting or operating the chain saw . ging , vented goggles or face screen ; an • Do not handle or operate a chain saw when approved safety hard hat ; and sound bard - you are fatigued , ill , or upset , or if you have ers ( ear plugs or mufflers ) to protect your taken alcohol , drugs , or medication . You hearing . Regular users should have hear - must be in good physical condition and men - ing checked regularly as chain saw noise tally alert . Chain saw work is strenuous . If can damage hearing . Secure hair above you have any condition that might be aggra - shoulder length . vated by strenuous work , check with your doctor before operating a chain saw .
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• Carefuplllyanyoursawingopienraadti - on marked container for all fuel purposes . vanceD . onost tarctuttinugntyilouhavae Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw . cleawrorakreas , ecurfoeotinagn , dif , you • Move at least 10 feet ( 3 meters ) from fuel - arefellintgreesa , planneredtreaptath . ing site before starting engine . • Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY non - combustible area , not on dry leaves , • Do not operate a chain saw with one hand . straw , paper , etc . Slowly remove fuel cap Serious injury to the operator , helpers , by - and refuel unit . standers or any combination of these per - • Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel sons may result from one - handed opera - vapors cannot reach sparks or openrs tion . A chain saw is intended for flames from water heaters , electric moto two - handed use . or switches , furnaces , etc . • Operate the chain saw only in a well - venti - KICKBACK lated outdoor area . • Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a _ WARNING : Avoid kickback which tree . • Make sure the chain will not make contact can result in serious injury . Kickback is the with any object while starting the engine . backward , upward or sudden forward motion Never try to start the saw when the guide of the guide bar occurring when the saw bar is in a cut . chain near the upper tip of the guide bar con - • Do not put pressure on the saw at the end tacts any object such as a log or branch , or of the cut . Applying pressure can cause when the wood closes in and pinches the you to lose control when the cut is com - saw chain in the cut . Contacting a foreign ob - ject in the wood can also result in loss of pleted . chain saw control . • Stop the engine before setting the saw down . • Rotational Kickback can occur when the • Do not operate a chain saw that is dam - moving chain contacts an object at the up - aged , improperly adjusted , or not com - per tip of the guide bar . This contact can pletely and securely assembled . Always cause the chain to dig into the object , replace bar , chain , hand guard , or chain which stops the chain for an instant . The brake immediately if it becomes damaged , result is a lightning fast , reverse reaction broken or is otherwise removed . which kicks the guide bar up and back to - • With the engine stopped , hand carry the ward the operator . chain saw with the muffler away from your • Pinch - Kickback can occur when the the body , and the guide bar and chain to the wood closes in and pinches the moving rear , preferably covered with a scabbard . saw chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD stopped . This sudden stopping of thein WORKING ORDER chain results in a reversal of the cha • Have all chain saw service performed by a force used to cut wood and causes the qualified service dealer with the exceptionec - saw to move in the opposite direction of the of the items listed in the maintenance s chain rotation . The saw is driven straight tion of this manual . Forexample , if improp - back toward the operator . er tools are used to remove or hold the fly - • Pull - In can occur when the moving chain wheel when servicing the clutch , structural contacts a foreign object in the wood in the damage to the flywheel can occur and cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the cause the flywheel to burst . saw chain is suddenly stopped . This sudden • Make certain the saw chain stops moving stopping pulls the saw forward and away when the throttle trigger is released . For from the operator and could easily cause the correction , refer to CARBURETOR AD - operator to lose control of the saw . JUSTMENTS . Avoid Pinch - Kickback : • Never modify your saw in any way . • Be extremely aware of situations or ob - • Keep the handles dry , clean , and free ofoil structions that can cause material to pinch or fuel mixture . the top of or otherwise stop the chain . • Keep fuel and oil caps , screws , and fas - • Do not cut more than one log at a time . teners securely tightened . • Do not twist the saw as the bar is with - • Use only Poulan ® accessories and re - drawn from an undercut when bucking . placement parts as recommended . Avoid Pull - In : HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION • Always begin cutting with the engine at full • Do not smoke while handling fuel or while speed and the saw housing against wood . operating the saw . • Use wedges made of plastic or wood . • Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in Never use metal to hold the cut open . the areas where fuel is mixed or poured . There should be no smoking , open flames , Xrk _ / . _ Kickback Path or workthat could cause sparks . Allow en - gine to cool before refueling . • Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare ground ; store fuel in a cool , dry , well ventilated place ; and use an approved ,
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Elbow locked OCleaTrheWorkinAgreaEF REDUCTEHECHANC KICKBACK Thumb on underside of • Recognitzheatkickbacckanhappen . handlebar Withabasicunderstandoifnkgickback , youcanreducteheelemenotfsurprise whicchontributtoeasccidents . • Keep a good , firm grip on the saw with both • Nevelertthemovincghaicnontaacnt yob - hands when the engine is running and jectatthetipoftheguidbear . don't let go . A firm grip will help you reducew . • Keetpheworkinagreafreefromobstruc - kickback and maintain control of the sa tionssucahsothetrreesb , rancherosc , ks , Keep the fingers of your left hand encir - fencess , tumpse , tc . Eliminaoteravoid cling and your left thumb under the front anyobstructtihoanyt ousrawchaicnould handlebar . Keep your right hand com - hitwhileyouarecuttingW . hecnuttinag pletely around the rear handle whether brancdho , notlettheguidebarcontact your are right handed or left handed . Keep brancohrotheorbjectasrounitd . your left arm straight with the elbow • Keepyousrawchaisnharpandproperly looked . tensioneAd . loosoerdulcl haincanin - • Position your left hand on the front handle - creastheechancoefkickbaocckcurring . bar so it is in a straight line with your right Followmanufacturcehra'sinsharpening hand on the rear handle when making andmaintenainncsetructioCnsh . ectekn - bucking cuts . Never reverse right and left sionatregulainrtervawlsiththeengine hand positions for any type of cutting . stoppende , vewr iththeenginreunning . • Stand with yoor weight evenly balanced on Makesurethechainbrakneutsarese - both feet . curetlyightenaefdtetrensionitnhgechain . • Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to • Begianndcontinuceuttinagtfulsl peedIf . keep your body from being in a direct line thechainismovinagtaslowesrpeed , with the cutting chain . thereisgreatechr ancoefkickbaocckcur - • Do not overreach . You could be drawn or ring . thrown off balance and lose control of the • Cuot nelogatatime . saw . • Useextreme caution when re - entering a • Do not cut above shoulder height . It is diffi - previous cut . cult to maintain control of saw above • Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of shoulder height . the bar ( plunge cuts ) . KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES • Watch for shifting logs or other forces that could close a cut and pinch or fall into , _ WARNING : The following features chain . are included on your saw to help reduce the • Use the Reduced - Kickback Guide Bar hazard of kickback ; however , such features and Low - Kickback Chain specified for will not totally eliminate this danger . As a your saw . chain saw user , do not rely only on safety de - MAINTAIN CONTROL vices . You must follow all safety precau - tions , instructions , and maintenance in this manual to help avoid kickback and other Stand to the forces which can result in serious injury . • 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 - k handlebar backs when tested in accordance with safety requirements for gasoline powered hand positions chain saws as set by ANSI B175 . 1 .
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Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar can be caused by allowing contact of the bar tip in the danger zone with any hard object . Kickback can also be caused by pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar . This action may push the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator . Either of these events all Radius Tip may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious injury or evenE death . DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF TH Symmetrical Guide Bar L _ . _ " 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 Large Radius Tip magnitude of kickback and are recom - • Low - Kickback Chain , designed with a mended . Your saw has a low kickback chain contoured depth gauge and guard linkw which deflect kickback force and allo and bar as original equipment . Repairs on a chain brake should be made by an autho - wood to gradually ride into the cutter . Low - rized servicing dealer . Take your unit to the Kickback Chain has met kickback per - place of purchase if purchased from a ser - formance requirements when tested on a vicing dealer , or to the nearest authorized representative sample of chain saws be - master service dealer . low 3.8 cubic inch displacement specified in ANSI B175 . 1 . • Tip contact in some cases may cause a light - Contoured Depth GaLtge ning fast reverse REACTION , kicking guide bar up and back toward operator . • Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly _ £ k DeEflleocntgsated Guard Link back toward the operator . ickback force Low - KJckback • Either of these reactions may cause you toin wood and allows lose control of the saw which could result Chain to gradually ride into cutter sedous injury . Do not rely exclusively upon devices built into your saw . _ WARNING : CompLied kickback _ - - _ an Obstruct Material angle ( CKA ) listed on your saw and listed in the CKA table below represents angle of kickback Not a Low - KJckbaek Chain your bar and chain combinations will have • Front Hand Guard , designed to reduce the when tested in accordance with CSA ( Cana - chance of your left hand contacting the chain dian Standards Association ) and ANSI stan - if your hand slips off the front handlebar . dards . When purchasing replacement bar and • Position of front and rear handlebars , de - chain , considerations should be given to the signed with distance between handles and lower CKA values . Lower CKA values repre - " in - line " with each other . The spread and sent safer angles to the user , higher values in - " in - line " position of the hands provided by dicate more angle and higher kick eneq _ ies . this design work together to give balance Computed angles represented indicate total and resistance in controlling the pivot of energy and angle associated without activation the saw back toward the operator if kick - of the chain brake during kickback . Activated back occurs . angle represents chain stopping time relative to CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE activation angle of chain break and resulting • Chain Brake , designed to stop the chain in kick angle of saw . In all cases lower CKA val - the event of kickback . ues represent a safer operating environment for the user . _ WARNING : WE DO NOT REP - The following guide bar and chain combina - RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS - tions meet kickback requirements of bCSAenar SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL Standards Z62 . 1 , Z62 . 3 , & ANSI B175 . 1 whf PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A used on saws listed in this manual . Use o and chain cembinations other than those listed KICKBACK . Kickback is a lightning fast ac - tion which throws the bar and rotating chain is not recommended and may not meet the back and up toward the operator . Kickback CKA requirements per standard . Computed kickback angle ( CKA ) Table BAR MODEL P / N CKA without chain brake Length CHAIN P / N 14 " 952051209 24 ° 1950 / 1975 / 2080 952044368 2055 / 2078 / 952044370 16 " 952051211 19 ° 2150 / 2150PR 2155 / 2178 / 14 ° 952044418 18 " 952051338 2350 / 2375
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NOTE : Ifthissawistobeusedforcom - The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving ! mercialolgginag , chainbrakeisrequired 1 . Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts andshalnl otberemovoerdotherwidsies - and the chain brake from the saw . abletdocompwlyithFederOalSHRAegula - 2 . Remove the plastic shipping spacer ( if tionfsorCommercLioagl ging . present ) . SAFETNYOTICEE : xposutorveibrations Location of shipping spacer througphrolonguesdeofgasolinpeowered hantdoolcsoulcdausbeloovdesseolrnerve damaginethefingerhs , andsa , ndjointsof peopleproneto circulatiodnisordeorsr abnormsawlellingPsr . olonguesdeincold weathehrasbeenlinkedto bloodvessel damagien otherwisheealthpyeopleI . f symptomocscusruchasnumbnepsasi , n , J lososfstrengcthh , angineskinosioorrtexture , orlososffeeliningthefingerhsa , ndosr , joints , discontinthueeuseofthistoolandseek Ch Nuts medicaatltentioAnn . anti - vibrastiyosntem doesnotguarantteheeavoidanocfethese problemUss . erwshooperapteowetorolosn j ChainBak acontinuaanldregulabrasims usmt onitor Bar Tool closeltyheirphysicaclonditioanndthe conditioofnthistool . 3 . An adjusting pin and screw is used to ad - SPECIANLOTICEY : ousrawisequipped just the tension of the chain . It is very im - withatemperatluimreitinmgufflearndspark portant when assembling the bar , that the arrestingscreenwhichmeetsthe pin located on the adjusting screw aligns requiremeonfCtsalifornCiaede4s442and into a hole in the bar . Turning the screw will 4443A . llU . Sf . oreslat ndandthestateosf move the adjustment pin up and down theu CalifornIiad , ahoM , aineM , innesoNtae , w screw . Locate this adjustment before yo JerseOy , regoann , dWashingrteoqnuirbey begin mounting the bar onto the saw . See illustration below . lawthatmaniynterncaol mbusteionngines tobeequippwedithasparakrrestisncgreen . Inside view of Ifyouoperaatechaisnawinastatoerlocale wherseuchregulatioenxsisyt , ouarelegally responsibfolermaintainitnhgeoperating hain Brake conditioonfthesepartsF . ailurteodosois aviolatioonfthelaw . RefetortheSERVICE sectionfor maintenanocfethe spark arrestinscgreen . Adjustment located on Chain Brake FailutroefollowallSafetRyuleasndPrecau - 4 . Turn the adjusting screw by hand coun - tioncsanresuilntseriouinsjuryIf . situations terclockwise until the adjusting pin just occuwrhicahrenoct overeindthismanual , touches the stop . This should allow the usecareandgoodjudgemeInfyt . ouneed pin to be near the correct position . assistanccoen , taycot uaruthorizseedrvice 5 . Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until dealeorrcal1l - 800 - 554 - 6723 . guide bar stops against clutch drum STANDARDTShi : ssawislistebdyUnder - sprocket . writerL'saborate ] dnecs . i , n , accordawnciteh : ANSI B175 . 1 - 2000 American iNationaln Standards for Gasoline - Powered Cha Saws - Safety Requirements CSA Z62 . 1 - 1995 Chain Saws - Occupa - tional Health and Safetyin CSA Z62 . 3 - 1996 Cha Saw Kickback Oc - cupational Health and Safety 6 . Carefully remove the chain from the pack - age . Hold chain with the drive links as shown . rof Protective gloves ( not provided ) should be worn during assembly . ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN ( If not already attached ) _ WARNING : If receivedassembled , repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properlyAl - assembled and all fasteners are secure . DIIRECTION OF ROTATION ways wear gloves when handling the chain .
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Cutters DeptGhauge 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 will sag below the bar . DrivLeinks Chain Brake Nuts Tool ( Bar Tool ) Place chain onto the sprocket 7 . Place chain over and behind clutch , fitting Adjusting the tension : the drive links in the clutch drum sprocket . Chain tension is very important . Chain 8 . Fit bottom of drive links between the stretches during use . This is especially true teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the during the first few times you use your saw . guide bar . Always check chain tension each time you 9 . Fit chain drive links into bar groove . use and refuel your saw . 10 . Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug in guide bar groove . Ensure all drive You can adjust the chain tension by loosen - links are in the bar groove . ing the chain brake nuts and turning the ad - justing screw 1 / 4 of a turn while lifting up on NOTE : CHAIN BRAKE MUST BE the bar . DISENGAGED BEFORE INSTALLA * • Ifchain istootight , turn adjusting screw 1 / 4 TION ON THE SAW . TO DISENGAGE turn counterclockwise . CHAIN BRAKE , PULL THE FRONT • If chain is too loose , turn adjusting screw HAND GUARD BACK TOWARD THE 1 / 4 turn clockwise . REAR OF THE CHAIN BRAKE AS FARAS POSSIBLE ( SEE ILLUSTRA * , _ o _ / Adjusting / / TION ) . Screw _ / DISENGAGED Front Hand Guard Chain Brake Nuts Guide Bar Adjusting Screw - 1 / 4 Turn ENGAGED Chain Brake • Lift up the tip of the bar and securely tight - en the chain brake nuts with the bar tool . 11 . Now , install chain brake making surethe • Recheck chain tension . adjusting pin is positioned in the lowerins hole in the guide bar . Remember this pa moves the bar forward and backward Chain Brake the screw is turned . 12 . Install chain brake nuts and finger tightenou only . Once the chain is tensioned , y will need to tighten chain brake nuts . CHAIN TENSION ( including units with chain already installed ) NOTE : When adjusting chain tension , make sure the chain brake nuts are finger A tight only . Attempting to tension the chain _ WARNING : If the saw is operated when the chain brake nuts are tight can with a loose chain , the chain could jump off cause damage . the guide bar and result in serious injury .
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KNOW YOUR CHAIN 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 Front Hand Guard " * - Front Handle Adjustment Tool ( Bar Tool ) Starter Rope ON / STOP Switch Chain Muffler Primer Bulb Bar Oil Fill Cap Housing Fuel Mix Fill Cap e iFFa _ Cc _ Sli _ cl _ deled / e _ rCover / ! Throttle Lock Chain Lockout o Ad ) ustmg _ = , = . _ of Travel LT ° % ° kut ° [ tll / e _ Z _ o . . D recton Screw , I Throttle Chokeb Trigger Kno Chain Chain Nuts Sprocket Brake Catcher Hole ON / STOP SWITCH PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the oar - The ON / STOP SWITCH is used to stop the engine . buretor to provide quicker starting . THROTTLE TRIGGER CHAIN BRAKE The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine The CHAIN BRAKE is a device designed to speed . stop the chain if kickback occurs . The chain THROTTLE LOCK - OUT brake activates automatically in the event of The THROTTLE LOCK - OUT must be kickback . The chain brake activates manuallyhe if the front hand guard is pushed forward . T pressed before you can squeeze the throttle chain brake is disengaged by pulling the front tdgger . This feature prevents you from acci - hand guard back toward the front handle as far dentally squeezing the tdgger . as possible . FAST IDLE LOCK CHAIN TENSION The FAST IDLE LOCK holds the throttle trigger It is normal for a new chain to stretch during first in the starting position . Activate the fast idle 15 minL _ es of operation . YOU should check lock by pressing the throttle Iockoot end your chain tension frequently . See CHAIN squeezing the throttle trigger . With the throttle TENSION under the ASSEMBLY section . tdgger squeezed , press the fast idle lock . Re - lease the throttle lockout and tdgger while hold - _ WARNING : Muffler is very hot dur - ing the fast idle lock button . ing and after use . Do not touch the muffler or CHOKE KNOB allow combustible material such as dry The CHOKE KNOB activates the choke to grass or fuel to do so . provide additional fuel to the engine during cold starting .
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A _ WARNING : The chain must not WARNING : Remove fuel cap slowly move when the engine runs at idle speed . If when refueling . the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR - FUELING ENGINE BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this manual . Avoid contact with the muffler . Ahot This engine is certified to operate on un - muffler can cause serious burns . leaded gasoline . Before operation , gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic To stop the engine move the ON / STOP 2 - cycte air - cooled engine oil designed to be switch to the STOP position . mixed at a ratio of 40 : 1 . Poulan / Weed Eater To start the engine hold the saw firmly on brand synthetic oil is recommended . Mix the ground as illustrated . Make sure the gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40 : 1 . A40 : 1 ratio chain is free to turn without contacting any is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces ( 95 ml ) ofoil object . with 1 gallon ( 4 liters ) of unleaded gasoline . Use only 15 " - 18 " of rope per pull . Included with this saw is a 3.2 ounce contain - Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope er of oil Pour the entire contents of this con - tainer into 1 gallon of gasoline to achieve the Starter rope handle proper fuel mixture . Left hand DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil . These on front oils will cause engine damage . When mixing handle fuel , follow instructions printed on container . Once oil is added to gasoline , shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel isthorough - ly mixed . Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit . rear handle BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER The bar and chain require continuous lubri - cation . Lubrication is provided by the auto - When pullin £ _ the starter rope , do not use thee full extent of the rope as this can cause th matic oiler system when the oil tank is kept rope to break . Do not let starter rope snap filled . Lack ofoil will quickly ruin the bar and back . Hold the handle and let the rope re - chain . Too little oil will cause overheating wind slowly . shown by smoke coming from the chain and / or discoloration of the bar . NOTE : Do not attempt to cut material with the fast idle lock button in the locked position . In freezing weather oil will thicken , making it necessary to thin bar and chain oil with aor STARTING A COLD ENGINE ( or small amount ( 5 to 10 % ) of # 1 Diesel Fuel warm engine after running out of kerosene . Bar and chain oil must be free fuel ) flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil ON / STOP SWITCH for adequate lubrication . ( SIDE VIEW ) Genuine Poulan ® bar and chain oil is recom - mended to protect your unit against exces - ON sive wear from heat and friction . Poulan ® oil resists high temperature thinning . If Pou - STOP lan ® bar aod chain oil is not available , usea good grade SAE 30 oil . • Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubd - 1 . Move ON / STOP switch to the ON posi - cation . tion . • Always stop the engine before removing 2 . Pull choke knob out to the full extent . the oil cap . 3 . Slowly press primer bulb 6 times . IMPORTANT 4 . Squeeze and hold throttle trigger . With Experience indicates that alcohol - blended thumb press fast idle lock down ; then re - fuels ( called gasohol or using ethanol or lease throttle trigger . methanol ) can attract moisture which leads Fast idle lock button _ to separation and formation of acids during storage . Acidic gas can damage the fuel Throttle _ system of an engine while in storage . To Iock - ou avoid engine problems , the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 Throttle _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Choke knob days or longer . Drain the gas tank , start the trigger engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty . Use fresh fuel next 5 . Sharply pull the starter rope handle 5 season . See STORAGE section for addi - times with your right hand . Then , pro - tional information . ceed to the next step .
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back toward the front handle as far as NOTEI : ftheengine sounds as if it is try - possible . ing to start before the 5th pull , stop pulling • When cutting with the saw , the chain brake and immediately proceed to the next step . must be disengaged . 6 . Push the choke knob in completely ( to the OFF position ) ; pull the starter rope Disengaged ' _ until the engine starts . CHOKE _ _ ; Engaged IEW ) k Braking function control Choke knob OFF FULL CAUTION : The chain brake must be checked several times daily . The engine 7 . Allow the engine to run for approximately must be running when performing this proce - 5 seconds . Then , squeeze and release dure . This isthe only instance when the saw throttle trigger to allow engine to return to should be placed on the ground with the en - idle speed . STARTING A WARM ENGINE : gine running . Place the saw on firm ground . Grip the rear 1 . Move ON / STOP switch to the ON posi - handle with your right hand and the front han - tion . dle with your left hand . Apply full throttle by 2 . Push the choke knob in completely ( to fully depressing the throttle trigger . Activate the OFF position ) . the chain brake by turning your left wrist 3 . Slowly press primer bulb 6 times . against the hand guard without releasing 4 . Squeeze and hold throttle trigger . With your grip around the front handle . The chain thumb press fast idle lock down ; then re - should stop immediately . lease throttle trigger . 5 . Sharply pull the starter rope with your Inertia activating function control right hand until the engine starts . l 6 . Squeeze and release throttle trigger to _ WARNING : Whenperformingthe allow engine to return to idle speed . following procedure , the engine must be DIFFICULT STARTING ( or starting a turned off . flooded engine ) : Grip the rear handle with your right hand and The engine may be flooded with too much the front handle with your left hand . Hold the fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls . chain saw approximately 14 " ( 35 cm ) above a stump or other wooden surface . Release Flooded engines can be cleared of excess your grip on the front handle and use the fuel by following the warm engine starting weight of the saw to let the top of the guide procedure listed above . Insure the ON / bar fall forward and contact the stump . STOP switch is in the ON position . When the tip of the bar hits the stump , the Starting could require pulling the starter rope brake should activate . handle many times depending on how badly the unit isflooded . If engine fails to start , refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . CHAIN BRAKE IMPORTANT POINTS • Check chain tension before first use and _ WARNING : ff the brake band is after 1 minute of operation . See CHAIN worn too thin it may break when the chain TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section . brake is triggered . With a broken brake band , • Cut wood only . Do not cut metal , plastics , the chain brake will not stop the chain . The masonry , non - wood building materials , etc . chain brake should be replaced by an autho - • Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign rized service dealer if any part is worn to less object . Inspect the saw and repair or re - than 0.020 " ( 0.5 mm ) thick . Repairs on a place parts as necessary . chain brake should be made by an autho - • Keep the chain OL _ of dirt and sand . Even a rized service dealer . Take your unit to the small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain place of purchase if purchased from a ser - and thus increase the possibility of kickback . vicing dealer , or to the nearest authorized • Practice cutting a few small logs using the master service dealer . following techniques to get the " feel " of us - • This saw is equipped with a chain brake . ing your saw before you begin a major The brake is designed to stop the chain if sawing operation . kickback occurs . Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow • The inertia - activated chain brake is the engine to reach full speed before activated if the front hand guard is pushed cutting . forward , either manually ( by hand ) or Begin cutting with the saw frame automatically ( by sudden movement ) . against the log . • If the brake is already activated , it is Keep the engine at full speed the en - disengaged by pulling the front hand guard tire time you are cutting . 10
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FELLING LARGE TREES AllowthechaintocutforyouE . xert onlylighdtownwaprrdessurIefy . ou ( 6 inches in diameter or larger ) forcethecut , damagteo thebar , The notch method is used to fell large trees . chaino , renginceanresult . A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the de - Releastheethrotttleriggearssooans sired direction of fall . After a felling cut is thecutiscompleteadllo , winthgeen - made on the opposite side of tree , the tree ginetoidle . Ifyourunthesawatfull will tend to fall into the notch . throttlweithouatcuttinlgoadu , nnec - NOTE : If the tree has large buttress roots , essarwyeacranoccutrothechain , remove them before making the notch . If us - bara , ndengine . ing saw to remove buttress roots , keep saw Toavoidlosingcontrowlhencutis chain from contacting ground to prevent dull - compledteo , nopt utpressuornesaw ing of the chain . atendofcut . • Stoptheenginbeeforseettintghesaw NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE dowanftecrutting . TREE TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES • Make notch cut by cutting the top of the notch first . Cut through 1 / 3of the diameter _ WARNING : Check for broken or of the tree . Next complete the notch by cut - dead branches which can fall while cutting ting the bottom of the notch . See illustra - tion . Once the notch is cut remove the causing serious injury . Do not cut near build - notch of wood from the tree . ings or electrical wires if you do not know the direction of tree fall , nor cut at night since you Final ( felling ) cut here . 2 in - will not be ale to see well , nor during bed ches above center of notch . weather such as rain , snow , or strong winds , etc . If the tree makes contact with any utility First cut 2 " line , the utility company should be notified - _ , , . , _ . - " N " immediately . • Carefully planyoursawingoperetion inad - vance . 2 , > • Clear the work area . You need a clear area Notch _ ' _ . _ . . # all around the tree so you can have secure footing . 7 _ ' _ inge • The chain saw operator should keep on the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled . • Study the natural conditions that can cause the tree to fall in a particular direction . Natural conditions that can cause e tree to • After removing the wood from the notch , make the felling cut on the opposite side of fall in a particular direction include : the notch . This is done by making e cut • The wind direction and speed . about two inches higher than the center of • The lean of the tree . The lean of a tree the notch . This will leave enough uncut might not be apparent due to uneven or wood between the felling cut and the notch sloping terrain . Use a plumb or level to de - to form e hinge . This hinge will help pre - termine the direction of tree lean . vent the tree from falling in the wrong direc - • Weight and branches on one side . tion . • Surrounding trees and obstacles . Look for decay and rot Ifthetrunk is rotted , Hinge holds tree on stump and helps it can snap and fall toward the operator . control fall Check for broken or dead branches which Opening can fall on you while cutting . of felling Make sure there is enough room for the tree to cut fall . Maintain a distance of 2 - 1J2tree lengths from the nearest person or other objects . En - gine noise can drown OL _ a warning call . Remove dirt , stones , loose bark , nails , sta - ples , and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made . Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diag - Closing of onal to the line of fall . notch _ Plan a clear retreat path NOTE : Before felling cut is complete , use wedges to open the cut if necessary ctok control the direction of fall . To avoid kickba end chain damage , use wood or plastic _ ' . . . . O " " " _ - Direction of Fall wedges , but never steel or iron wedges . • Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall : cracking sounds , widening of the fell - ing cut , or movement in the upper branches . 11
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• As tree starts to fall , stop saw , put it down , Undercutting involves cutting on the under - and get away quickly on your planned re - side of the log with top of saw against the log . treat path . When undercutting use light upward pres - • DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree sure . Hold saw firmly and maintain control . with your saw . Be extremely cautious with The saw will tend to push back toward you . partially fallen trees that may be poorly supported . When a tree doesn't fall com - _ WARNING : Neverturn saw upside pletely , set the saw aside and pull down the down to undercut . The saw cannot be con - tree with a cable winch , block and tackle , trolled in this position . or tractor . Always make your first cut on the compres - sion side of the log . The compression side of CUTTING A FALLEN TREE the log is where the pressure of the log's ( BUCKING ) weight is concentrated . Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen First cut on compression side of log _ tree to the desired log size . _ WARNING : Do not staod on the log being cut . Any portion can roll causing loss of footing and control . Do not stand downhill _ 3 _ t of the log being cut . Second cut IMPORTANT POINTS • Cut only one log at a time . Second cut • Cut shattered wood very carefully ; sharp pieces of wood could be flung toward oper - ator . • 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 • Do not cut in an area where logs , limbs , BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT and roots are tangled such as in a blown • Overcut through 1 / 3 of the diameter of the down area . Drag the logs into a clear area log . before cutting by pulling out exposed and • Roll the log over and finish with a second cleared logs first . overcut . TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR • Watch for logs with a compression side to prevent the saw from pinching . See il - BUCKING lustrations for cutting logs with a compres - sion side . _ WARNING : If saw becomes BUCKING USING A LOG OR pinched or hung in a log , don't try to force it SUPPORT STAND out . You can lose control of the saw resulfing in injury nod / or damage tothe saw . Stop the • Remember your first cut is always on the saw , drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the compression side of the log . cut until the saw can be removed easily . Re - _ Refer to the illustrations below for your start the saw and carefully reenter the cut . To rst and second cut ) • Your first cut should extend 1 / 3 of the avoid kickback and chain damage , do not use a metal wedge . Do not attempt to restart diameter of the log . your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log . • Finish with your second cut . Using a log for support Use a wedge to remove pinched saw 2 nd Cut , Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or wooden wedge to force cut open . Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log . • . lStCu t When overcutting use light downward pres - sure . vo , eutt , ° gLJi : i Undercutting " < : . b 2 nd Cut = _ ' _ 12
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PRUNING Using a support stand 2 nd Cut _ tWARNING : 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 . Make your first cut 1 / 3 of the way through the bottom of the limb . 1st Cut Next make a 2nd cut all the way through the limb . Then cut a third overeut leaving a 1 to 2 inch collar from the truck of the tree . I st Cut / _ Th _ Jdic Second cut'i _ ° ! i Collar tit _ / LIMBING AND PRUNING _ WARNING : Be alert for and guard _ ljl _ l . . I , . . . . . First cut against kickback . Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other branches or ob - Pruning technique jects at the nose of the guide bar when limb - ing or pruning . Allowing such contact can re - suit in serious injury . ItiWARNING : Never climb into a tree AtelWARNING : to limb or prune . Do not stand on ladders , t Disconnect the spark platforms , a log , or in any position which can plug before performing maintenance except cause you to lose your balance or control of for carburetor adjustments . the saw . We recommend aU service and adjustments IMPORTANT POINTS not listed in this manual be performed by an authorized or Master Service Dealer . • Work slowly , keeping both hands firmly gripped on the saw . Maintain secure foot - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ing and balance . Check : • Watch OL _ for springpoles . Springpoles arew Fuel mixture level . . . . Before each use small size limbs which can catch the sa Bar lubrication . . . . . Before each use chain and whip toward you or pull you off bal - Chain tension . . . . . Before each use ance . Use extreme caution when cutting Before each use Chain sharpness , . small size limbs or slender material Before each use For damaged parts • Be alert for springback . Watch out for Before each use For loose caps . . . . branches that are bent or under pressure . For loose fasteners . Before each use Avoid being struck by the branch or theis Before each use For loose parts . . . . saw when the tension in the wood fibers Inspect and Clean : released . Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use • Keep a clear work area . Frequently clear After each use Complete saw . . . . . branches out of the way to avoid tripping Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours * over them . Chain brake . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours * LIMBING Spark arresting screen • Always limb a tree after it is cut down . Only and muffler . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours * then can limbing be done safely and prop - Replace spark plug , Yearly erly . Replace fuel filter . . , Yearly • Leave the larger limbs underneath the * Hours of Operation felled tree to support the tree as you work . • Start at the base of the felled tree and work AIR FILTER toward the top , cutting branches andt . CAUTION : Do not clean filter in gasoline limbs . Remove small limbs with one cu or other flammable solvent to avoid creating • Keep the tree between you and the chain . a fire hazard or producing harmful evapora - Cut from the side of the tree opposite the tive emissions . branch you are cutting . Cleaning the air filter : • Remove larger , supporting branches with the cutting techniques described in BUCK - A dirty air filter decreases engine perform - ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT . ance and increases fuel consumption and • Always use an overcut to cut small and harmful emissions . Always clean after 15 freely hanging limbs . Undercutting could tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation , which - cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw . ever comes first . Clean more frequently in 13
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dusty conditions . A used aire filter can never 6 . Reinstall diffuser and spark arresting be completely cleaned . It is advisable to re - screen assembly with round holes facing place your air filter with a new one after every up . 7 . Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws . 50 hours of operation , or annually , whichever comes first . Tighten securely . 1 . Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover . CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT 2 . Remove cylinder cover . 3 . Remove air filter . _ WARNING : The chain will be mov - 4 . Cleantheairfilterusinghotsoapywater . ing during most of this procedure . Wear your Rinse with clean cool water . Air dry com - protective equipment and observe all safety pletely before reinstalling . precautions . The chain must not move at idle 5 . Lightly oil air filter before installing to im - speed . prove the efficiency of air filter . Use The carburetor has been carefully set at the 2 - cycle engine oil or motor oil ( SAE 30 ) . factory . Adjustments may be necessary if Squeeze excess oil from filter . you notice any of the following conditions : 6 . Reinstall air filter . • Chain moves at idle . See IDLE SPEED - T 7 . Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws . adjusting procedure . Tighten securely . • Saw will not idle . See IDLE SPEED - T ad - lieder Cover Air Filter Screws justing procedure . Idle Speed - T Allow engine to idle . If the chain moves , idle is too fast . If the engine stalls , idle is too slow . Adjust speed until engine runs without chain Cylinder movement ( idle too fast ) or stalling ( idle too Cover slow ) . The idle speed screw is located in the area above the primer bulb and is labeled T . • Turn idle speed screw ( T ) clockwise to in - crease engine speed . • Turn idle speed screw ( T ) counterclock - INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK wise to decrease engine speed . ARRESTING SCREEN If you require further assistance or are unsure As the unit is used , carbon deposits build up aboL _ performing this procedure , contact lyourl on the muffler and spark arresting screen , aL _ horized service dealer or ca and must be removed to avoid creating a fire 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . hazard or affecting engine performance , BAR MAINTENANCE Replace the spark arresting screen if breaks occur . If your saw cuts to one side , has to be forced Muffler Diffuser through the cut , or been run with an improper amount of bar lubrication it may be neces - Spark sary to service you r bar . A worn bar will dam - nArresting age your chain and make cutting difficult . / Scree After each use , ensure ON / STOP switch is Muffler in the STOP position , then clean all sawdust Cover from the guide bar and sprocket hole . Screws To maintain guide bar : • Move ON / STOP switch to the STOP posi - tion . Muff • Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and Bod _ Cover chain brake . Remove bar and chain from saw . CLEANING THE SPARK ARREST - • Clean the oil holes and bar groove after ING SCREEN each 5 hours of operation . Cleaning is required every 25 hours of op - eration or annually , whichever comes first . Remove Sawdust From _ 1 . Loosen and remove the 2 muffler cover screws , 2 . Remove the muffler cover ( cover snaps Guide Bar _ oo _ off muffler body ) . 3 . Remove muffler diffuser and spark ar - _ ' _ = _ Oil Holes . o " resting screen assembly . Notice the orientation of these parts for reassem - bling . 4 . Clean the spark arresting screen with a • Burring of guide bar rails is a normal wire brush , Replace screen if breaks are process of rail wear . Remove these burrs found . with a flat file . 5 . Replace any broken or cracked muffler • When rail top is uneven , use a flat file to re - parts . store square edges and sides . 14
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STORAGE - f _ ' - - File Rail Edge _ H N and Sides I U _ WARNING : Stop engine and allow Square J I to cool , and secure the unit before storing or Worn Groove Correct Groove transporting in a vehicle . Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach Replace guide bar when the groove is worn , sparks or open flames from water heaters , the guide bar is bent or cracked , or when electric motors or switches , furnaces , etc . excess heating or burring of the rails occurs . Store unit with all guards in place . Position so If replacement is necessary , use only the that any sharp object cannot accidentally guide bar specified for your saw in the repair cause injury to passersby . Store the unit out parts list or on the decal located on the chain of reach of children . saw , • Before storing , drain all fuel from the unit . CHAIN SHARPENING Start engine and allow to run until it stops . Chain sharpening is a complicated task that • Clean the unit before storing . Pay particu - requires special tools . We recommended lar attention to the air intake area , keepingnd you refer chain sharpening to a professional it free of debris . Use a mild detergent a chain sharpener . sponge to clean the plastic surfaces . IGNITION TIMING • Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable . where fuel vapors can reach sparks or ianc SPARK PLUG open flame from hot water heaters , electr motors or switches , furnaces , etc . The spark plug should be replaced each • Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil - year to ensure the engine starts easier and dren . runs better . 1 . Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover . CAUTION : It is important to prevent gum 2 . Remove the cylinder cover . deposits from forming in essential fuel system 3 . Pull off the spark plug boot . parts such as the carburetor , fuel filter , fuel 4 . Remove spark plug from cylinder and hose , or fuel tank dudng storage . Alcohol discard . blended fuels ( called gasohol or using ethanol 5 . Replace with Champion RCJ - 7Y spark or methanol ) can attract moisture which leads plug and tighten securely with a 3 / 4 inch to fuel mixture separation and formation of socket wrench . Spark plug gap should acids during storage . Acidic gas can damage be 0.025 inches . the engine . 6 . Reinstall the spark plug boot . 7 . Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3 screws . Tighten securely . Screw j . _ _ _ / _ ndrer : S % k 15
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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 1 . Ignition switch off . 1 . Move ignition switch to ON . start or will run 2 . Engine flooded . 2 . See " Difficult Starting " in only a few Operation Section . seconds after 3 . Fuel tank empty . 3 . Fill tank with correct fuel mixture . starting . 4 . Spark plug not firing . 4 . InstaU new spark plug . 5 . Fuel not reaching 5 . Check for dirty fuel filter ; replace . carburetor . Check for kinked or spilt fuel line ; repair or replace . Engine will 1 . Idle speed requires 1 . See " Carburetor Adjustment " in the not idle adjustment . Service and Adjustments Section . properly . 2 . Carburetor requires 2 . Contact an authorized service dealer . adjustment . Engine will not 1 . Air filter dirty . 1 . Clean or replace air filter . accelerate , 2 . Spark plug fouled . 2 . Clean or replace plug and regap . lacks power , 3 . Chain brake engaged . 3 . Disengage chain brake . or dies under 4 . Carburetor requires 4 . Contact an authorized service dealer . a load . adjustment . Engine 1 . Too much oil mixed with 1 . Empty fuel tank and refill with smokes gasoline , correct fuel mixture . excessively . Chain moves 1 . Idle speed requires 1 . See " Carburetor Adjustment " in the at idle speed , adjustment . Service and Adjustments Section . 2 . Clutch requires repair . 2 . Contact an authorized service dealer . 16
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fects its coedifion or operation . This warranty does not cover toee - up , spark plugs , filters , starter ropes , starter springs , chain sharpen - ing , bars , chains , and other parts which wear NEED ASSISTANCE ? and require replacement with reasonable Call 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 , use during the warranty period . This warran - NEED SERVICE PART ? ty does not cover predelivery set - up , instal - Contact your dealer or place of purchase , 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 . ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS , INC , THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC warrants to the original purchaser that each LEGAL RIGHTS , AND YOU MAY HAVEM new Poulan ® brand gasoline chain saw - is OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FRO free from defects in material and workman STATE TO STATE . ship and agrees to repair or replace under NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR this warranty any defective gasoline chain OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED , saw as follows from the original date of pur - AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS chase . WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX - 1 YEAR - Parts and Labor , when used for PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN . Household purposes . SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA - 60 DAYS - Parts and Labor , when used for TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR - Commercial , Professional , or Income Pro - RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR ducing purposes . LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON - 30 DAYS - Parts and Labor , if used for rental SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES , SO THE purposes . ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION This warranty is not transferable and does MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU . not cover damage or liability caused by im - proper handling , improper maintenance , or The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PRO - the use of accessories ned / or attachments DUCTS , INC . , is to continuously improve Eits not specifically recommended by ELEC - products . Therefore , ELECTROLUX HOM TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , for this PRODUCTS , INC . , reserves the right to chain saw . Additionally , this warranty does change , modify , or discontinue models , de - not cover damage caused by improper han - signs , specifications , and accessories of all dling , improper maintenance , or if the saw is products at any time without notice or obliga - altered in any way which in our jedgement af - fion to any purchaser . YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA - manual . POULAN / WEED EATER recom - TIONS : The U . S . Environmental Protection mends that you retain all receipts covering Agency , Environment Canada and POU - maintenance on your small off - reed engine , LAN / VVEED EATER , DIVISION OF WCI bL _ POULANANEED EATER cannot denyfor OUTDOOR PRODUCTS , INC . , are pleased warranty solely for the lack of receipts or to explain the emissions control system war - your failure to ensure the performance of - all scheduled maintenance . As the small off ranty on your year 2001 - 2004 small off - roed engine . POULAN / WEED EATER must war - read engine owner , you should be aware - that rant the emission control system on your small POULAN / VVEED EATER may deny you war off - roed engine for the periods of time listed be - ranty coverage if your small off - road engine or low provided there has been no abuse , ne - a part of it has failed due to abuse , neglect , im - glect , or improper maintenance of your small proper maintenance , unapproved modifica - off - reed engine . Your emission control system tions , or the use of parts not made or approvedou includes parts such as the carburetor and the by the odginal equipment manufacturer . Y ignitionsystem . Where a warrantable condition are responsible for presenting your small off - exists , POULAN / WEED EATER will repair read engine to a POULANNVEED EATER au - your small off - roed engine at no cost to you . thedzed repair canter as soon as a problem ex - Expenses covered under warranty include ists . Warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time , not to exceed 30 diagnosis , parts and labor . MANUFACTUR - ER S WARRANTY COVERAGE : If any emis - days . If you have any questions regarding your sions related part on your engine ( as listed un - warranty rights and responsibilities , you should der Emissions Control Warranty Parts List ) is contact your nearest authorized service centert defective or a defect in the materials or work - or call POULAN / VVEED EATER a 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . WARRANTY COM - manship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission related part , the part will be MENCEMENT DATE : The warranty period repaired or replaced by POULAN / VVEED EAT - begins on the date the small off - road engine is ER . OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSI - purchased . LENGTH OF COVERAGE : This BILITIES : AS the small off - reed engine owner , warranty shall be for a period of two years from you are responsible for the performance of the the initial date of purchase . WHAT IS COV - ERED : REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF required maintenance listed in your instruction 17
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PARTRS . epaoirrreplacement of any war - PARTS : The use of add - on or modified parts ranted part will be performed at no charge to can be grounds for disallowing a warrantyto claim . POULANANEED EATER is not liable the owner at an approved POULANANEED EATER servicing canter . If you have any ques - cover failures of warranted parts caused by the tions regarding your warranty dghts and re - use of edd - on or modified parts . HOW TO sponsibilities , you should contact your nearest FILE A CLAIM : If you have any questions re - authedzed service canter or call POULAN / garding your warranty rights and responsibili - WEED EATER at 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . WAR . ties , you should contact your nearest autho - rized service canter or call POULANANEED RANTY PERIOD : Any warranted part which is EATER at 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . WHERE TO not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance , or which is scheduled only for GET WARRANTY SERVICE : Warranty ser - regular inspection to the effect of " repair or re - vices or repairs shall be provided at all POU - LAN / WEED EATER service canters . Call place as necessary " shall be warranted for 2 years . Any warranted part which is scheduled 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . MAINTENANCE , RE . PLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION for replacament as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to the first RELATED PARTS : Any POULANNVEED scheduled replacament point for that part . EATER approved replacement part used in the DIAGNOSIS : The owner shall not be charged performance of any warranty maintenance oor - for diagnostic labor which leads to the deter - repair on emission related parts will be pr mination that a warranted part is defective ifthe vided without charge to the owner if the part is diagnostic work is performed at an approved under warranty . EMISSION CONTROL POULANNVEED EATER servicing center . WARRANTY PARTS LIST : Carburetor , Igni - CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES : POULAN / tion System : Spark Plug ( covered up to main - WEED EATER may be liable for damages to tenance schedule ) , Ignition Module . MAINTE - NANCE STATEMENT : The owner is other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty . WHAT responsible for the performance of all requiredn maintenance as defined in the instructio IS NOT COVERED : All failures caused abyre manual . abuse , neglect , or improper ImaintenanceFIED not covered . ADD - ON OR MOD 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 ) 18