recommended. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on container. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit.
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require lubrication. The chain oiler provides continuous lubrication to the chain and guide bar. Be sure to fill the bar oil tank when you fill the fuel tank (Capacity = 4.6 fl. oz.). 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 discolor- ation of the bar. The oil output is automatically metered during operation. Always fill the bar oil tank when you fill the fuel tank.
Genuine Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and chain oil is recommended to protect your unit against excessive wear from heat and fric- tion. Poulan or Poulan PRO oil resists high temperature thinning. If Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and chain oil is not available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
S Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubrication.
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 stor- age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system before stor- age 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. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. See the STORAGE sec- tion for additional information.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
ON/OFF Switch
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
WARNING: Make sure the chain will not make contact with any object while start- ing the engine. Never try to start the unit when the guide bar is in a cut. Avoid any contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause seri- ous burns.
Starting Position
HELPFUL TIP
If your engine still does not start after following these instructions, please call
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
NOTE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine has started and runs.
1.Set unit on a flat surface.
2.Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
3.Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
4.Move the start lever to the START posi- tion.
Starter Handle
Start
Lever
Primer Bulb 
Muffler
5.Pull starter rope handle sharply until en- gine starts and runs.
6.Allow unit to run for 5 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger to disengage the starting system.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
2. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until engine runs smoothly.
3. Pull starter rope sharply while squeezing throttle trigger until engine runs.
NOTE: Normally, the warm starting proce- dure can be used within
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by placing the ON/OFF switch in the ON position. Move the start lever to the RUN position and fully squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter han- dle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger until engine starts and runs. This could re- quire pulling the starter handle many times, depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
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