Starting Position - Poulan Pro PD4016 Instruction Manual

STARTING POSITION

1. Lay the chainsaw on a flat surface. The cutting
attachment must not be in contact with the ground.
2. Lock the chain brake by pushing forward on the
handguard.
3. Place your left hand on the handlebar and your right hand
on the starter rope. Push your right foot into the rear
handle to stabilize the chainsaw.
4. Follow the starting instructions.
STARTING
Follow these instructions to start your chainsaw. Your
chainsaw has a starting reminder decal similar to the one
shown below:
n Starting a Cold Engine
Make sure the chain brake is locked before
starting.
Press the primer (air purge) bulb 10 times until fuel
begins to fill the bulb. The primer (air purge) bulb
does not need to be completely filled.
Pull the blue choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position. The red ON/STOP switch will be switched
automatically to the ON position.
Using your right hand, pull the starter rope sharply
until the machine attempts to start, or a maximum
of 5 times.
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying to start before
the fifth pull, stop pulling and immediately proceed to the
next step.
NOTE: Do not attempt to cut material with the choke/fast
idle lever in the FULL CHOKE position.
Push the blue choke lever to the HALF CHOKE
position.
NOTE: In temperatures above 90°F (32°C),
push the blue choke lever completely in.
Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand
until the engine starts.
Allow the engine to run for 30 seconds.
Push the blue choke lever completely in.
Before accelerating to full throttle, pull the front
hand guard towards the front handle. The chain
brake is now unlocked. Your chainsaw is now
ready for use.
WARNING! The chain must not move when the
engine runs at idle speed. If the chain moves at
idle speed refer to CARBURETOR
ADJUSTMENT within this manual.
WARNING! Do not attempt to throw or drop-
start the chainsaw. Doing so will put the
operator at risk of serious injury due to loss of
control of the chainsaw.
WARNING! The muffler is very hot during and
after use. Do not touch the muffler or allow
combustible material such as dry grass or fuel
to do so.
n Starting a Warm Engine
Make sure the chain brake is locked before
starting.
Press the primer (air purge) bulb 10 times until fuel
begins to fill the bulb. The primer (air purge) bulb
does not need to be completely filled.
Pull the blue choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position.
Push the blue choke lever completely in.
Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand
until the engine starts.
Before accelerating to full throttle, pull the front
hand guard towards the front handle. The chain
brake is now unlocked. Your chainsaw is now
ready for use.
NOTE: If the product does not restart, the problem could
be overheated fuel.
To fix this problem, try the following procedure:
1. Set the product in a cool area away from direct sunlight.
2. Allow the product to cool for at least 20 minutes.
3. Press primer (air purge) bulb repeatedly for 10-15
seconds.
4. Follow the cold starting procedure.
Repeat this procedure if the problem still exists.
NOTE: Always use fresh seasonal fuel and shorten
operation time during unseasonably warm weather.
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HELPFUL TIP
If your engine still does not start
after following the instructions,
contact consumer assistance.