Poulan Pro 2775 Instruction Manual page 9

_. WARNING: Remove fuelcap slow-
ly
when refueling.
FUELING ENGINE
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasolh_e. Before operation,
gasolh_e must be mixed with a good quality
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil
designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is
recommended. Mix gasoiine and oil at a ratio
of 40:1. A 40:t ratio is obtained by mixh_g 3.2
ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded
gasoline, Included with this saw is a 3.2
ounce container of oil. Pour the entire
contents of this container into 1 gallon of
gasolh_e to achieve the proper fuel mixture.
DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. These
oils wifl cause engine damage. When mixing
fuel, follow instructions printed on container.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container
momentarily to assure that the fuel is
thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the
safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your
unit.
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require continuous tubri-
cation. Lubrication is provided by the auto-
matic oiler system when the oil tank is kept
filled. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and
chain. Too little oil will cause overheating
shown by smoke coming from the chain and/
or discoloration of the bar.
In freezing weather oil will thicken, making it
necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a
small amount (5 to 10%) of #1 Diesel Fuel or
kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free
flowing for the oil system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
Genuine Poulan_; bar and chain oil is
recommended to protect your unit against
excessive wear from heat and friction.
Poulan_; oil resists high temperature
thinning. If Poulan_; bar and chain oil is not
available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
• Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-
cation.
• Always stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol-blended
fuels (called gasoho] or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To
avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage for 30
days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See STORAGE section for addi-
tional information.
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"=WARNING:
The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
BURETOR 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 ground as illustrated, Make sure the
chain is free to turn without contacting any
object.
Use only 15"- 18" of rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
Starter rope handle
l{ " ,_\'_ Left hand
_1, ( _ f'_Z,;I "I.4_-on front
Right foot through rear handle
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When pul_ing the starter rope, do not use the full
extent of the rope as this can cause the rope to
break. Do not let starter rope snap back. Hold
the handle and let the rope rewind slowly.
For cold weather starting, start the unit at
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up
before squeezing the throttle trigger.
NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/
fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE position.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or
warm engine after running out of
fuel):
NOTE: in the following steps, when the
choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full
extent, the correct throttle setting for starting
is set automatically.
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
tion.
2. Pulithe choke/fast idle lever out to the full
extent.
3. Pull starter rope quickly with your right
hand a maximum of 10 times. Then, pro-
ceed to the next step.
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying
to start before the 10th puff, stop pulling and
immediately proceed to the next step.
4. Push the choke/fast idle lever in com-
pletely (to the OFF CHOKE position).
5. Pull the starter rope quickly with your
right hand until the engine starts.
6. Allow the engine to run for approximately
5 seconds. Then, squeeze and release
throttle trigger to allow engine to return to
idle speed.