ESPAÑOL
P3816
ADVERTENCIA:
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strucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
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ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
FRANÇAIS
Poulan Poulan
7349 Statesville Road 850 Matheson Blvd. West
Charlotte, NC 28269 Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection.
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Measured maximum kickback value without chain brake for the bar
and chain combination on the label.
Starting Reminder
SAFETY RULES
PLAN AHEAD
WARNING: Always disconnect S Read this manual carefully until you com-
spark plug wire and place wire where it can- pletely understand and can follow all safety
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
starting when setting up, transporting, ad- tions before attempting to use the unit.
justing or making repairs except carburetor S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
adjustments. who understand and can follow safety
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood- rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
cutting tool, special safety precautions must tions found in this manual.
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-
Careless or improper use of this tool can toed safety footwear with non-slip soles;
cause serious injury. snug-fitting clothing; safety chaps; heavy-
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Kickback Path
Elbow locked
Avoid Obstructions
Thumb on underside of
handlebar
ASSEMBLY
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not
already attached)
Chain Adjustment
Bar Nuts Tool
Bar bolts Adjusting
Screw (Bar Tool)
Drive Links
6. Place chain over and behind clutch re- 3. Using bar tool, roll chain around guide bar
tainer, fitting the drive links in the clutch to ensure all links are in bar groove.
drum sprocket. 4. Lift up tip of guide bar to check for sag.
7. Fit bottom of drive links between the Release tip of guide bar, then turn ad-
teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the justing screw until sag does not exist.
guide bar. 5. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar
8. Fit chain drive links into bar groove. nuts securely with the bar tool.
9. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug
in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive
links are in the bar groove.
10. Hold guide bar against the saw frame Bar Nuts
and install the clutch cover.
11. Replace the bar nuts and tighten finger
tight. Once the chain is tensioned you
will need to tighten bar nuts.
CHAIN TENSION 6. Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool
(Including units with chain already installed) to move chain around guide bar.
7. If chain does not rotate, it is too tight.
WARNING: Wear protective gloves Slightly loosen bar nuts and loosen
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and chain by turning the adjusting screw.
can cut you even when it is not moving. Retighten bar nuts.
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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
(Bar Tool) Starter Rope
ON/STOP
Switch Choke/
Fast Idle
Chain Muffler Lever
Cylinder Cover
Guide Bar
Chain
Throttle Clutch Cover Catcher
Trigger Bar Nuts
Engaged
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2nd Cut
Second cut
Second cut
LIMBING AND PRUNING
WARNING: Be alert for and guard
against kickback. Do not allow the moving
chain to contact any other branches or objects
First cut on compression side of log at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or
pruning. Allowing such contact can result in
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT serious injury.
S Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the
log. WARNING: Never climb into a tree to
S Roll the log over and finish with a second limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, plat-
overcut. forms, a log, or in any position which can cause
S Watch for logs with a compression side to you to lose your balance or control of the saw.
prevent the saw from pinching. See il-
lustrations for cutting logs with a compres- IMPORTANT POINTS
sion side. S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
BUCKING USING A LOG OR gripped on the saw. Maintain secure footing
and balance.
SUPPORT STAND S Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles are
S Remember your first cut is always on the small size limbs which can catch the saw
compression side of the log. chain and whip toward you or pull you off bal-
(Refer to the illustrations below for your ance. Use extreme caution when cutting
first and second cut) small size limbs or slender material.
S Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the S Be alert for springback. Watch out for
diameter of the log. branches that are bent or under pressure.
S Finish with your second cut. Avoid being struck by the branch or the
saw when the tension in the wood fibers is
Using a log for support 2nd Cut released.
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
LIMBING
S Always limb a tree after it is cut down. Only
then can limbing be done safely and prop-
erly.
S Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled
1st Cut tree to support the tree as you work.
1st Cut S Start at the base of the felled tree and work
toward the top, cutting branches and limbs.
Remove small limbs with one cut.
S Keep the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.
2nd Cut S Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
Using a support stand ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
2nd Cut S Always use an overcut to cut small and free-
ly hanging limbs. Undercutting could cause
limbs to fall and pinch the saw.
1st Cut
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SERVICE
S Once a year, replace the spark plug, air filter,
WARNING: Disconnect the spark and check guide bar and chain for wear. A
plug before performing maintenance except new spark plug and air filter assures proper
for carburetor adjustments. air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run
We recommend all service and adjustments better and last longer.
not listed in this manual be performed by an CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
authorized or Master Service Dealer. WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
HELPFUL TIP placement of damaged or worn parts.
IMPORTANT: Have all NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of oil
repairs other than the rec- to appear under the saw after engine stops.
ommended maintenance Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank.
described in the instruction S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP
manual performed by an switch functions properly by moving the
authorized service dealer. switch to the STOP position. Make sure en-
If any dealer other than an authorized gine stops; then restart engine and continue.
service dealer performs work on the S Fuel Tank -- Do not use saw if fuel tank
product, Poulan may not pay for repairs shows signs of damage or leaks.
under warranty. It is your responsibility S Oil Tank -- Do not use saw if oil tank shows
to maintain and perform general mainte- signs of damage or leaks.
nance.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FASTENERS AND PARTS
Check: S Bar Nuts
Fuel mixture level . . . . Before each use S Chain
Bar lubrication . . . . . . . Before each use S Muffler
Chain tension . . . . . . . Before each use S Cylinder Shield
Chain sharpness . . . . . Before each use S Air Filter
For damaged parts . . . Before each use S Handle Screws
For loose caps . . . . . . Before each use S Vibration Mounts
For loose fasteners . . . Before each use S Starter Housing
For loose parts . . . . . . Before each use S Front Hand Guard
Inspect and Clean: CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull
Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours* slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING.
Chain brake . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*
Spark arresting screen CHECK GUIDE BAR
and muffler . . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours* Conditions which require guide bar mainte-
Replace spark plug . Yearly nance:
Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle.
S Saw has to be forced through the cut.
* Hours of Operation -- S Inadequate supply of oil to bar/chain.
Each hour of operation is approximately Check the condition of guide bar each time
2 tanks of fuel. chain is sharpened. A worn guide bar will
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS damage the chain and make cutting difficult.
The warranty on this unit does not cover After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is
items that have been subjected to operator in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust
abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the guide bar and sprocket hole.
from the warranty, the operator must main- To maintain guide bar:
tain unit as instructed in this manual. Various S Move ON/STOP switch to STOP.
adjustments will need to be made periodical- S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch
ly to properly maintain your unit. cover. Remove bar and chain from saw.
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Spark Exhaust
S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under Arresting Outlet
the OPERATION section. Screen Cover
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter- Nut
gent. Muffler
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CHECK CHAIN BRAKE
See CHAIN BRAKE in the OPERATION CLEANING THE SPARK ARREST-
section. ING SCREEN
CLEAN AIR FILTER Cleaning is required every 25 hours of op-
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline or eration or annually, whichever comes first.
other flammable solvent to avoid creating a 1. Loosen and remove the nut from the ex-
fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative haust outlet cover.
emissions. 2. Remove the exhaust oulet cover.
Cleaning the air filter: 3. Remove spark arresting screen. Handle
A dirty air filter decreases the life and perfor- screen carefully to prevent damage.
mance of the engine and increases fuel con- 4. Clean the spark arresting screen gently
sumption and harmful emissions. Always with a wire brush. Replace screen if
clean your air filter after 10 tanks of fuel or 5 breaks are found.
hours of operation, whichever comes first. 5. Replace any broken or cracked muffler
Clean more frequently in dusty conditions. A parts.
used air filter can never be completely 6. Reinstall spark arresting screen, exhaust
cleaned. It is advisable to replace your air fil- outlet cover, and nut. Tighten nut securely.
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Cutter
Spark
Plug 30˚ Cutter
File Holder Line
STORAGE
If your chain saw is to be stored for a period
WARNING: Perform the following of time:
steps after each use: S Clean saw thoroughly before storage.
S Allow the engine to cool, and secure the S Store in a clean dry area.
unit before storing or transporting. S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and
S Store chain saw and fuel in a well venti- guide bar.
lated area where fuel vapors cannot reach S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or
sparks or open flames from water heaters, cloth.
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. FUEL SYSTEM
S Store chain saw with all guards in place Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
and position chain saw so that any sharp TION section of this manual, see message
object cannot accidentally cause injury. labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of
S Store chain saw well out of the reach of gasohol in your chain saw.
children. Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
SEASONAL STORAGE minimizing the formation of fuel gum depos-
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the its during storage. Add stabilizer to the gaso-
season or if it will not be used for 30 days or line in the fuel tank or fuel storage container.
more.
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ENGINE
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon
of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled)
through the spark plug opening. Slowly
pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distrib-
ute oil.
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.
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