Poulan P3314WS User Manual - Page 15

NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of oil to appear under the saw after engine stops. Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank. S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by moving the switch to the STOP position. Make sure engine stops; then restart engine and continue. S Fuel Tank -- Do not use saw if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks. S Oil Tank -- Do not use saw if oil tank shows signs of damage or leaks. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Bar Nuts S Chain S Muffler S Cylinder Shield S Air Filter S Handle Screws S Vibration Mounts S Starter Housing S Front Hand Guard CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING. CHECK GUIDE BAR Conditions which require guide bar maintenance: S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle. S Saw has to be forced through the cut. S Inadequate supply of oil to bar/chain. Check the condition of guide bar each time chain is sharpened. A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult. After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust from the guide bar and sprocket hole. To maintain guide bar: S Move ON/STOP switch to STOP. S Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch cover. Remove bar and chain from saw. S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each 5 hours of operation. Remove Sawdust From Guide Bar Groove Oil Holes S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal process of rail wear. Remove these burrs with a flat file. S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to restore square edges and sides. File Rail Edges and Sides Square Worn Groove Correct Groove Replace guide bar when the groove is worn, the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when excess heating or burring of the rails 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 OPERATION section. 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 detergent. S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth. CHECK CHAIN BRAKE See CHAIN BRAKE in the OPERATION section. CLEAN AIR FILTER CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions. Cleaning the air filter: A dirty air filter decreases the life and performance of the engine and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Always clean your air filter after 10 tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation, whichever comes first. Clean more frequently in dusty conditions. A used air filter can never be completely cleaned. It is advisable to replace your air filter with a new one after every 50 hours of operation, or annually, whichever comes first. 1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover. 2. Remove cylinder cover. 3. Remove air filter cover and air filter. 4. Clean the air filter using hot soapy water. Rinse with clean cool water. Air dry completely before reinstalling. 5. Reinstall air filter and air filter cover. 6. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws. Tighten securely. 15