bar specified for your saw in the repair parts list
or on the decal located on the chain saw.
CHAIN
SHARPENING
Chain sharpening
is a complicated
task that
requires
special
tools.
We recommended
you refer chain sharpening
to a professional
chain sharpener.
IGNITION
TIMING
Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
SPARK
PLUG
The
spark
plug should
be replaced
each
year to ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better.
1.
Loosen 3 screws
on cylinder
cover.
2.
Remove the cylinder
cover.
3.
Pull off the spark plug boot.
4.
Remove
spark
plug from cylinder
and
discard.
5.
Replace
with Champion
RCJ-7Y
spark
plug and tighten with a 3/4 inch (19 mm)
socket wrench.
Tighten securely.
Spark
plug gap should be 0.025 inch (0.6 mm).
6.
Reinstall
the spark plug boot.
7.
Reinstallthe
cylinder
cover and 3 screws
Tighten securely.
Spark Plug Boot
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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 injury.
• Store chain saw well 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
stabilizer
to your fuel tank.
HELPFUL
TIP
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oil mixture,
the oil wilf sepa-
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rate from the gas.
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that you
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shake
the gas can weekly
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to insure proper
blending of
the gas and oi!.
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.
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