Seasonal Storage; Troubleshooting Table - Poulan Pro 952801955 Instruction Manual

WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow motor to cool before storing or
transporting.
S Store chain saw and extension cord in a
well ventilated area
S Store chain saw with all guards in place
and position chain saw so that
any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury.
S Store chain saw unplugged, well out of
the reach of children.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

WARNING:
Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source be-
fore performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies
that require unit to be operating.
TROUBLE CAUSE
Chain does 1. Chain tension incorrect.
not move
when trigger 2. Guide bar rails pinched.
switch is 3. Trigger switch failure.
engaged
.
4. Circuit breaker tripped/
fuse failure.
Chain clat-
1. Chain tension incorrect.
ters or cuts
roughly.
2. Cutters damaged.
3. Chain worn.
4. Cutters dull, improperly
sharpened, or depth
gauges too high.
5. Sprocket worn.
Chain stops 1. Chain cutter tops not
during cut. filed flat.
2. Guide bar burred or
bent; rails uneven.
Oil inade- 1. Oil tank empty.
quate for bar 2. Oil outlet clogged.
and chain
lubrication. 3. Guide bar oil hole
blocked.
Chain cuts 1. Cutters damaged on
at an angle. one side.
2. Chain dull on one side.
3. Guide bar bent or worn.
STORAGE

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:
S Clean it thoroughly before lengthy stor-
age.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and
guide bar.
S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy
paper or cloth.
REMEDY
1. See "Check Chain Tension" in
Maintenance section.
2. Repair or replace.
3. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
4. Reset circuit breaker or replace
fuse.
1. See "Check Chain Tension" in
Maintenance Section.
2. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
3. Resharpen or replace chain.
4. See "Chain Sharpening" in
Service and Adjustments section.
5. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
1. See "Chain Sharpening" in
Service and Adjustments section.
2. Repair or replace guide bar.
1. Fill oil tank.
2. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
3. Remove bar and clean.
1. See "Chain Sharpening" in
Service and Adjustments section.
2. See "Chain Sharpening" in
Service and Adjustments section.
3. Replace guide bar.
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