Poulan Pro 2375 LE Instruction Manual page 9

season. See STORAGE section for a ddi-
tionat information.
FUELING ENGINE
_. WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slow-
ly when refueling.
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t ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of |
2-cycle synthetic off into I
one gallon of fresh gas. J
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be
mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle air-
cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ra-
tio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand syn-
thetic oit is recommended, A 40:1 ratio is
obtained by mixing 3,2 ounces (95 ml) of oil
with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline, in-
cluded with this saw is a 3.2 ounce container of
PoulanAA/EED EATER brand synthetic oil.
Pour the entire contents of this container into 1
gallon of gasoline to achieve the proper fuel
mixture, DO NOT USE automotive or marine
oil These oits will cause engine damage.
When mixing fuel follow the instructions
printed on the container, Always read and
follow the safety rules listed under HANDLE
FUEL WITH CAUTION,
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require continuous lubri-
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 littIe 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 oit system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
Genuine Poulan bar and chain oil is recom-
mended to protect your unit against exces-
sive wear from heat and friction. Poutan 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 gasohol 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
shouM be emptied before storage for 30
days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run untit the fuet lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
r=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" (38 - 45 cm) of
rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
Starter Rope Handle
__ Left Hand
• on Front
Handle
Right Foot Through Rear Handle
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When pulling 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 re-
wind 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 attempt to cut material with
the choke/fast idle lever in the FULL OH O KE
position.
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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.