Poulan 115327926, P3816, 966557801 instruction manual Operation

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8.If chain is too loose, it will sag below the guide bar. DO NOT operate the saw if the chain is loose.

NOTE: The chain is tensioned correctly when the weight of the chain does not cause it to sag below the guide bar (with the chain saw sitting in an upright position), but the chain still moves freely around the guide bar.

WARNING: If the saw is operated with a loose chain, the chain could jump off the guide bar and result in serious injury to the op- erator and/or damage the chain making it un- usable. If the chain jumps off the guide bar, in- spect each drive link for damage. Damaged chain must be repaired or replaced.

OPERATION

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

 

 

 

 

Starter Rope

 

(Bar Tool)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON/STOP

Choke/

 

 

 

 

Switch

 

Chain

Muffler

 

Fast Idle

 

 

Lever

Bar

Bar Oil Fill Cap

 

 

 

Sprocket

 

 

 

 

 

Hole

 

Starter Housing

Fuel Mix Fill Cap

Primer Bulb

 

 

 

Cylinder Cover

 

 

 

 

Throttle

 

Chain

 

Chain

Lockout

 

Brake

 

Direction

Rear

 

 

 

 

of Travel

 

Adjusting Screw

 

 

Handle

 

 

 

 

 

Chain

Guide Bar

Throttle

 

 

 

Clutch Cover

Catcher

 

 

Trigger

 

Bar Nuts

 

 

 

ON/STOP SWITCH

The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the engine.

THROTTLE TRIGGER

The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed.

THROTTLE LOCK-OUT

The THROTTLE LOCK--OUT must be pressed before you can squeeze the throttle trigger. This feature prevents you from acci- dentally squeezing the trigger.

CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER

The choke and fast idle are set by pulling the CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out to the full ex- tent for cold starting or after refueling. The choke provides additional fuel to the engine during cold starting.

PRIMER BULB

The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the car- buretor to provide quicker starting.

CHAIN BRAKE

The chain brake is a device designed to stop the chain if kickback occurs. The chain brake activates automatically in the event of kick- back. The chain brake activates manually if the front hand guard is pushed forward. The chain brake is disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible.

CHAIN TENSION

It is normal for a new chain to stretch during the first 15 minutes of operation. You should check your chain tension each time before you start the chain saw. See CHAIN TENSION under the ASSEMBLY section.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Tions found in this manual Starting ReminderPlan Ahead Operate Your SAW Safely Maintain Your SAW in Good Working OrderHandle Fuel with Caution KickbackReduce the Chance of Kickback Maintain ControlAvoid Pinch-Kickback 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 Important Points to Remember Starting a Warm EngineDifficult Starting or starting a flooded engine Kickback occursBraking function control Caution The chain brake must be Inertia activating function controlOperating Tips Tree Felling TechniquesNotch CUT and Felling the Tree Cutting a Fallen TreeImportant Points Types of Cutting Used for BuckingBucking Using a LOG or Support Stand Bucking Without a SupportLimbing and Pruning Important Points LimbingService Inspect and Clean Unit and Decals Clean AIR FilterCleaning the Spark ARREST- ING Screen Check Fuel Mixture LevelChain Adjustment Replace Spark PlugTo Sharpen Chain Replace Fuel FilterCarburetor Adjustment StorageCooling System Seasonal StorageLoad Adjustment Engine EngineOther Empty fuel tank and refill withLigations The U.S. Environmental Canada, contactPoulan

115327926, P3816, 966557801 specifications

The Poulan P3816 chainsaw, model number 966557801, is a robust and efficient tool designed to meet the needs of both novice users and seasoned professionals. Known for its cutting performance and user-friendly design, this chainsaw is ideal for various tasks, including pruning, tree felling, and firewood cutting.

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