Poulan 545123582 Limited Warranty, Load Adjustment Engine, Empty fuel tank and refill with

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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.

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.

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.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Poulan warrants to the original purchaser that each new Poulan brand gasoline chain saw is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline chain saw as follows from the original date of purchase.

1YEAR - Parts and Labor, when used for Household purposes.

60DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for Commercial, Professional, or Income Pro- ducing purposes.

30DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental purposes.

This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by im- proper handling, improper maintenance, or the use of accessories and/or attachments not specifically recommended by Poulan for this chain saw. Additionally, this warranty does not cover damage caused by improper handling, improper maintenance, or if the saw is altered in any way which in our judge- ment affects its condition or operation. This warranty does not cover tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, starter springs, chain sharpening, bars, chains, and other parts which wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty pe-

riod. This warranty does not cover predeliv- ery set--up, installation of guide bar and chain, and normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual such as carburetor adjustments and chain tension adjustments. This warranty does not cover transportation costs.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED, AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX- PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA- TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR- RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON- SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

The policy of Poulan is to continuously im- prove its products. Therefore, Poulan re- serves the right to change, modify, or discon- tinue models, designs, specifications, and accessories of all products at any time with- out notice or obligation to any purchaser.

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Contents English Español Français 545123582 8/25/06Identification of Symbols Safety RulesStarting Reminder Plan AheadOperate Your SAW Safely Maintain Your SAW in Good Working OrderHandle Fuel with Caution KickbackKickback Safety Features Reduce the Chance of KickbackMaintain Control Do not cut more than one log at a timeChain Brake and CKA Angle If your hand slips off the front handlebarAssembly Inside view Chain Brake Adjustment located on Chain BrakeChain Tension Adjusting the tensionChecking the tension ON/STOP Switch Know Your Chain SAWThrottle Trigger Throttle LOCK-OUTStarting Fueling EngineBAR and Chain Lubrication Important Points to RememberStarting a Warm Engine Difficult Starting or starting a flooded engineBraking function control Caution The chain brake must be Inertia activating function controlCutting Methods Important PointsTree Felling Techniques Felling Large TreesBucking Using a LOG or Support Stand Cutting a Fallen TreeTypes of Cutting Used for Bucking Bucking Without a SupportService Limbing and Pruning Important PointsLimbing PruningCleaning the Spark ARREST- ING Screen Carburetor AdjustmentAIR Filter Inspect Muffler and Spark Arresting ScreenNeed ASSISTANCE? Load Adjustment Engine Limited WarrantyEmpty fuel tank and refill with Parts List Carburetor, Ignition System Ligations The U. S. EnvironmentalIntermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours

545123582 specifications

The Poulan 545123582 chainsaw stands out as a reliable and powerful tool designed for both homeowners and professionals alike. Engineered with a strong emphasis on performance, this model is equipped with a host of features and technologies that enhance its usability and effectiveness in a variety of cutting applications.

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