Poulan 530088814 manual Fueling Engine, Bar And Chain Lubrication, Important Points To Remember

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FUELING ENGINE

BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION WARNING: Remove fuel cap slow- ly when refueling.

FUELING ENGINE

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. We recommend Poulan/Weed Eat- erR brand oil. If you do not use this oil, use a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1 (A 40:1 ratio is ob- tained by mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline). DO NOT USE automo- tive or boat oil. These oils will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel follow the instruc- tions printed on the container. Always read and follow the safety rules listed under HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION.

BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION

The bar and chain require continuous lubri- cation. Lubrication is provided by the auto- matic oiler system when the oil tank is kept filled. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain. Too little oil will cause overheating shown by smoke coming from the chain and/ or discoloration of the bar.

In freezing weather oil will thicken, making it necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a small amount (5 to 10%) of #1 Diesel Fuel or kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil for adequate lubrication.

Genuine PoulanR bar and chain oil is recom- mended to protect your unit against exces- sive wear from heat and friction. PoulanR oil resists high temperature thinning. If Pou- lanR bar and chain oil is not available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.

SNever use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-

cation.

S Always stop the engine before removing the oil cap.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol--blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE section for addi- tional information.

To stop the engine move the ON/STOP switch to the STOP position. WARNING: The chain must not move when the engine runs at idle speed. If the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR- BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this

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manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

To stop the engine move the ON/STOP switch to the STOP position.

To start the engine hold the saw firmly on the ground as illustrated. Make sure the chain is free to turn without contacting any object.

Use only 15”--18” of rope per pull.

Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.

Starter rope handle

Left hand

on front handle

Right foot through rear handle

IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

When pulling the starter rope, do not use the full extent of the rope as this can cause the rope to break. Do not let starter rope snap back. Hold the handle and let the rope re- wind slowly.

NOTE: Do not attempt to cut material with the fast idle lock button in the locked position.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or warm engine after running out of fuel)

ON/STOP SWITCH

(SIDE VIEW)

ON

STOP

SMove ON/STOP switch to the ON position. S Pull choke knob out to the full extent.

S Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.

S Squeeze and hold throttle trigger. With thumb press fast idle lock down; then re- lease throttle trigger.

Fast idle lock button

Throttle IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBERSTARTING A COLD ENGINE (or warm engine after running out of fuel) lock--out ON/STOP SWITCH

Throttle

 

Choke knob

 

 

 

trigger

 

 

SSharply pull the starter rope handle 5 times with your right hand.

SPush the choke knob in completely (to the OFF position); pull the starter rope until the engine starts.

CHOKE (SIDE VIEW)

Choke knob

 

 

 

 

 

OFF FULL

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Contents Operator’s Manual Manual del Operador Manuel de L’utilisateur 1950 / 2025 / 2050 2150 / 2175For Occasional Use Only ADVERTENCIAPLAN AHEAD OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELYMAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTIONKICKBACK REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACKMAINTAIN CONTROL Avoid Pinch-KickbackKICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES CHAIN BRAKESAFETY NOTICE Exposure to ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN If notAdjusting the tension CHAIN TENSIONChecking the tension Mount the Bar Tip of BarON/STOP SWITCH KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAWTHROTTLE TRIGGER THROTTLE LOCK-OUTTo stop the engine move the ON/STOP switch to the STOP position ON/STOP SWITCHFUELING ENGINE BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATIONSTARTING A WARM ENGINE DIFFICULT STARTING or starting a flooded engineBraking function control CAUTION The chain brake must be Inertia activating function controlTREE FELLING TECHNIQUES FELLING LARGE TREESNOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE TREE Plan a clear retreat pathBUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND Using a log for supportCUTTING A FALLEN TREE TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR BUCKINGUsing a support stand MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEInspect and Clean PRUNINGCleaning the air filter CLEANING THE SPARK ARREST- ING SCREENCARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS BAR MAINTENANCETROUBLESHOOTING TABLE STORAGETROUBLE CAUSEELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA reserves the right to NEED SERVICE PART?NEED ASSISTANCE?
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