Poulan 115327926, P3816, 966557801 instruction manual Service

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PRUNING

WARNING: 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.

SMake your first cut 1/3 of the way through the

bottom of the limb.

SNext make a 2nd cut all the way through the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving a 1 to 2 inch (2.5 to 5 cm) collar from the truck of the tree.

Second cut

Third cut

Collar

First cut

Pruning technique

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, Poulan may not pay for repairs under warranty. It is your responsibility to maintain and perform general mainte- nance.

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.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Tions found in this manual Starting ReminderPlan Ahead Handle Fuel with Caution Operate Your SAW SafelyMaintain Your SAW in Good Working Order KickbackAvoid Pinch-Kickback Reduce the Chance of KickbackMaintain Control Avoid Pull-InChain saws as set by Ansi B175.1 Kickback Safety FeaturesChain Brake and CKA Angle Ansi B175.1-2000 American National AssemblyAttaching the BAR & Chain If not Checking the tension Adjusting the tensionChain Tension Operation BAR and Chain Lubrication Before Starting Engine Fueling EngineFuel Requirements Difficult Starting or starting a flooded engine Important Points to RememberStarting a Warm Engine Kickback occursOperating Tips Braking function control Caution The chain brake must beInertia activating function control Tree Felling TechniquesImportant Points Notch CUT and Felling the TreeCutting a Fallen Tree Types of Cutting Used for BuckingLimbing and Pruning Important Points Bucking Using a LOG or Support StandBucking Without a Support LimbingService Cleaning the Spark ARREST- ING Screen Inspect and Clean Unit and DecalsClean AIR Filter Check Fuel Mixture LevelTo Sharpen Chain Chain AdjustmentReplace Spark Plug Replace Fuel FilterCooling System Carburetor AdjustmentStorage Seasonal StorageOther Load Adjustment EngineEngine Empty fuel tank and refill withLigations The U.S. Environmental Canada, contactPoulan

115327926, P3816, 966557801 specifications

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