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STORAGE
WARNING:
Perform
the following
steps after each use:
• Allow the engine to cool, and secure
the
unit before storing or transporting.
• Store chain saw and fuel in a well venti-
lated area where fuel vapors cannot reach
sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches,
furnaces,
etc.
• Store chain saw with all guards
in place
and position chain saw so that any sharp
object cannot accidentally
cause h_jury.
• Store chain saw weII out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL
STORAGE
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the
season
or if it will not be used for 30 days or
more.
If your chain saw is to be stored for a period
of time:
• Clean saw thoroughly
before storage.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly
oil external
metal
surfaces
and
guide bar.
• Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or
cloth.
FUEL
SYSTEM
Under
FUELING
ENGINE
in the OPERA-
TION section
of this manual,
see message
labeled
IMPORTANT
regarding
the use of
gasohol
in your chain saw.
Fuel stabilizer
is an acceptable
alternative
in
minimizing
the formation
of fuel gum depos-
its during storage.
Add stabilizer
to the gaso-
line in the fuel tank or fuel storage container.
Follow the mix instructions
found on stabiliz-
er containers.
Run engine at least 5 minutes
after adding stabilizer.
Poulan/Weed
Eater 40:1,2-cycle
engine oil
(air cooled)
is blended with fuel stabilizer.
If
you do not use this oil. you can add a fuel sta-
bilizer to your fuel tank.
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ENGINE
• 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.
• Replace
spark plug with new one of rec-
ommended
type and heat range.
• Clean air filter.
• Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged,
broken,
or worn parts.
• At the beginning
of the next season,
use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline
to oil ratio.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline
from one season to
another,
• Replace
your gasoline
can if it starts to
rust.
TROUBLESHOOTING
TABLE
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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
REMEDY
Engine wilt not
start or will run
only a few
seconds
after
starting.
CAUSE
1. ignition switch off,
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See "Difficult Starting"
in
Operation
Section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
1. See "Carburetor
Adjustment"
in the
Service and Adjustments
Section.
2. Contact
an authorized
service dealer.
Engine will
1. Carburetor
requires
not idle
adjustment.
properly.
2. Crankshaft
seals worn.
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.
tacks 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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