9
OPERATION

KNOW YOUR PRUNER

READ THIS INSTRUCTION M ANUAL AND SAFET Y RULES BEFORE OPERATING Y OURUNI T.
Comparethe illustrations with your unitto familiarize yourself with the locationof the various controls
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Primer
Bulb
Assist Handle
Starter Handle
Throttle Trigger
Choke
Lever
Tube
Muffler
ON/OFF Switch
Coupler
Pruner
Chain
Bar
Bar oil fill cap
Bar nut
Fuel mix
fill cap
Shoulder Strap Clamp
Attachment Hanger

ON/OFF SWITCH

The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger
handleand is used to stop t he engine. Move the
switch to the OFF position to stop the engine.

PRIMER BULB

ThePRIM ER BULB removes air from the car-
buretor and fuel lines and fills them withfuel.
This allows you to start the engine withfewer
pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to
its original form.

CHOKE

The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine
to aid in cold starting. Activate the chokeby
moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position.After the engine at tempts to start, move
the choke lever to the HALF CHOKEposit ion.
Onceengine has started, move the choke lever
to the OFF CHOKE position.

COUPLER

The COUPLER enables optional attach-
ments to be installed on the unit.

CHAIN TENSION

It is normal for a new chain to stretch during
first 15 minutes of operation. You should
check your chain tension frequently . S ee
CHAINTENSION in theSERVICE AND AD-
JUSTMENTS section.

BEFORE STARTINGENGINE

WARNING: Besure to read t he fuel
information in the safety rul es before you be-
gin. If you do not understand t he safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723.

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING: Removefuel cap slowly
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil
designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is
recommended. Mix gasoline andoil at aratio
of40: 1. A40:1 ratio is obtained by m ixing 3.2
ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of
unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive
oil or boat oil. These oils will cause engine
damage. When mixing fuel, follow
instructions printed on cont ainer.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container
momentarilyto 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

Thebar and chain require lubrication. The chain
oilerprovides continuous lubrication to t he chain
and guide bar. Be sure to fill the bar oil tank
whenyou fill the fuel t ank (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 outputis automatically
metered during operation. Always fill the baroil
tank when you fill the fuel tank.
Genuine PoulanRor Poulan PRORbar and
chain oil is recommended toprotect your unit
against excessive wear from heat and fric-
tion. PoulanRor Poulan PRO Roil resists
high temperature thinning. If PoulanRor
Poulan PRORbar and chain oil is not avail-
able, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.