Poulan PP3816 AV, PP4218 AV instruction manual Service

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SERVICE

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.

We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual be performed by an authorized or Master Service Dealer.

HELPFUL TIP

IMPORTANT: Have all

repairs other than the rec- ommended maintenance described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer.

If any dealer other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product, Electrolux Home Products, Inc., may not pay for repairs under war- ranty. It is your responsibility to maintain and perform general maintenance.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Check:

Fuel mixture level . . . . Before each use Bar lubrication . . . . . . . Before each use Chain tension . . . . . . . Before each use Chain sharpness . . . . . Before each use For damaged parts . . . Before each use For loose caps . . . . . . Before each use For loose fasteners . . . Before each use For loose parts . . . . . . Before each use

Inspect and Clean:

Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours* Chain brake . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours* Spark arresting screen

and muffler . . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours* Replace spark plug . Yearly Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly

*Hours of Operation --

Each hour of operation is approximately 2 tanks of fuel.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must main- tain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodical- ly to properly maintain your unit.

SOnce a year, replace the spark plug, air filter, and check guide bar and chain for wear. A new spark plug and air filter assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer.

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of oil to appear under the saw after engine stops. Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank.

S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by moving the switch to the STOP position. Make sure en- gine stops; then restart engine and continue.

S Fuel Tank -- Do not use saw if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

SOil Tank -- Do not use saw if oil tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

SBar Nuts S Chain

S Muffler

S Cylinder Shield S Air Filter

S Handle Screws S Vibration Mounts S Starter Housing S Front Hand Guard

CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS

A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING.

CHECK GUIDE BAR

Conditions which require guide bar mainte- nance:

SSaw cuts to one side or at an angle. S Saw has to be forced through the cut. S Inadequate supply of oil to bar/chain.

Check the condition of guide bar each time chain is sharpened. A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult. After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust from the guide bar and sprocket hole.

To maintain guide bar:

S Move ON/STOP switch to STOP.

S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch cover. Remove bar and chain from saw.

S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each 5 hours of operation.

Remove Sawdust From

Guide Bar Groove

Oil Holes

S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal process of rail wear. Remove these burrs with a flat file.

SWhen rail top is uneven, use a flat file to re- store square edges and sides.

File Rail Edges

and Sides

Square

Worn Groove

Correct Groove

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Contents PP3816 AV / PP4218 AV For Occasional Use Only 12/8/05Identification of Symbols Plan AheadHandle Fuel with Caution Operate Your SAW SafelyMaintain Your SAW in Good Working Order KickbackMaintain Control Kickback Safety FeaturesReduce the Chance of Kickback Resent and YOU should not AS Chain Brake and CKA AngleWE do not REP Sume That the Chain Brake willAttaching the BAR & Chain If not AssemblyAdjusting Screw Tensioning Rack CuttersChecking the tension Adjusting the tensionChain Tension Operation Important Points to Remember Before Starting Engine Fueling EngineBAR and Chain Lubrication Cation Always stop the engine before removing the oil capBraking function control Caution The chain brake must be Starting a Warm EngineDifficult Starting or starting a flooded engine Inertia activating function controlFelling Large Trees Operating TipsTree Felling Techniques Notch CUT and Felling the TreeImportant Points Bucking Using a LOG or Support StandCutting a Fallen Tree Types of Cutting Used for BuckingPruning Limbing and Pruning Important PointsLimbing ING Without a SupportService Cleaning the Spark ARREST- ING Screen Inspect and Clean Unit and DecalsClean AIR Filter Check Fuel Mixture LevelStorage Other Load Adjustment EngineEngine Empty fuel tank and refill withTions The U.S. Environmental Protection Electrolux Home PRODUCTS, INCConsequential Damages Electro

PP3816 AV, PP4218 AV, PP4218 AV specifications

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