Storage, Troubleshooting Table Cause Remedy

STORAGE

WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:

SAllow the engine to cool, and secure the

unit before storing or transporting.

SStore chain saw and fuel in a well venti- lated area where fuel vapors cannot reach

sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

SStore chain saw with all guards in place and position chain saw so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.

SStore chain saw well out of the reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.

If your chain saw is to be stored for a period of time:

SClean saw thoroughly before storage. S Store in a clean dry area.

S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and guide bar.

S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or cloth.

FUEL SYSTEM

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA- TION section of this manual, see message labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohol in your chain saw.

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum depos- its during storage. Add stabilizer to the gaso- line in the fuel tank or fuel storage container.

Follow the mix instructions found on stabiliz- er containers. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.

Poulan/Weed Eater 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is blended with fuel stabilizer. If you do not use this oil, you can add a fuel sta- bilizer to your fuel tank.

HELPFUL TIP

During storage of your gas/ oil mixture, the oil will sepa- rate from the gas.

We recommend that you shake the gas can weekly to insure proper blending of the gas and oil.

ENGINE

SRemove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through the spark plug opening. Slowly

pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distrib- ute oil.

SReplace spark plug with new one of rec- ommended type and heat range.

SClean air filter.

SCheck entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts.

SAt the beginning of the next season, use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio.

OTHER

SDo not store gasoline from one season to

another.

S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.

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. Install new spark plug.
	5. Fuel not reaching		5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
		carburetor.		Check for kinked or split fuel line;
				repair or replace.

Engine will	1.	Carburetor requires	1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
not idle		adjustment.		Service and Adjustments Section.
properly.	2.	Crankshaft seals worn.	2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
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.