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online at: Registre su producto en línea en: Enregistrez votre produit en ligne à l'adresse : www.poulan.com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'Instructions P3314 / P3314WS / P3314WSA P3416 / P3516PR / P4018WM P4018WT / P3818AV P4018AV / P4018AV BH For Occasional Use Only WARNING
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hand until the engine starts. SAFETY RULES WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- justing or making repairs except carburetor adjustments. Because a chain saw is a high-speed
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from your body, and the guide bar and chain to the rear, preferably covered with a scabbard. MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER S Have all chain saw service performed by a qualified service dealer with the exception of the items listed in the maintenance section of this manual. For example, if
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branch, do not let the guide bar contact branch or other objects around it. S Keep your saw chain sharp and properly tensioned. A loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback occurring. Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Check tension at regular intervals
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saw. In all cases lower CKA values represent a safer operating environment for the user. The following guide bar and chain combinations meet kickback requirements of CSA Standards Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on saws listed in this manual. Use of bar and chain combinations other than those
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to be equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you operate a chain saw in a state or locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE section for maintenance of
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true during the first few times you use your saw. Always check chain tension each time before you start the chain saw. 1. Loosen bar nuts until they are finger tight against the clutch cover. 2. Turn adjusting screw clockwise until chain solidly contacts bottom of guide bar rail. Adjusting Screw 7
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and/or damage the chain making it unusable. If the chain jumps off the guide bar, inspect each drive link for damage. Damaged chain must be repaired or replaced. OPERATION KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW. Compare the illustrations
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PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the carburetor to provide quicker starting. CHAIN BRAKE The chain brake is a device designed to stop the chain if kickback occurs. The chain brake activates automatically in the event of kickback. The chain brake activates manually if the front hand guard is pushed
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the engine runs at idle speed. If the chain moves at idle speed refer to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious burns. To stop the engine move the ON/STOP switch to the STOP position. To start the engine hold the saw firmly on the
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start the chain saw. See CHAIN TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section. S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics, masonry, non-wood building materials, etc. S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object. Inspect the saw and repair or replace parts as necessary. If the chain jumps off the guide bar
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the direction of fall. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use wood or plastic wedges, but never or movement in the upper branches. S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down, and cautious with partially fallen trees that may be poorly supported. When a tree doesn't fall completely, set the
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your 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 at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or pruning. Allowing such contact can result in serious injury. WARNING: Never climb into a tree to
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must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. S Once a year, replace the spark plug, air filter, and check guide bar and chain for wear. A new spark plug and air filter assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps
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occurs. If replacement is necessary, use only the guide bar specified for your saw in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chain saw. CHECK FUEL MIXTURE LEVEL S See FUELING ENGINE under the OP- ERATION section. LUBRICATION Bar Oil Fill Cap S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under the
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RCJ--7Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch Spark Plug REPLACE FUEL FILTER To replace fuel filter, drain your unit by running it dry of fuel. Remove fuel cap and its connected retainer from tank. Pull filter from tank and remove from line. Replace and reassemble. CHAIN ADJUSTMENT See
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your authorized service dealer or call our customer assistance help line at 1--800--554--6723. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: The chain will be of: S Air intake on the starter S Air guide plate S Fins on the flywheel S Cooling fins on the cylinder S Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder
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of the gas and oil. 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 distribute oil. S Replace spark plug with new one of recommended type and heat range. S Clean air filter. S Check
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much oil mixed with gasoline. 1. Idle speed requires adjustment. 2. Clutch requires repair. 1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer. 1. Clean or replace air filter. 2. Clean or replace plug and regap. 3. Disengage chain brake
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and/or attachments not specifically recommended by Poulan for this chain saw. This warranty does not cover tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, chain sharpening, bars, chains, and other parts which wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period. This
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OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any Poulan approved replacement part used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair on emission related parts will be provided without charge to the owner if the part is under warranty. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, air filter (covered up