Poulan Pro 220 LE Instruction Manual page 9

FUELING ENGINE
_ WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slow-
ly when refueling.
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To obtain the correct oilmix J
p_ ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of J
'/ 2-cycle synthetic oil into J
one gallon of fresh gas. J
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-coo_ed engine oil
designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil is
recommended. A 40:1 ratio is obtah_ed by
mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gaIIon (4
liters) of unleaded gasotine. Included with this
saw is a 3.2 ounce container of Poulan/WEED
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 boat oil. These
oils 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 quicMy 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 oil system to pump enough oil
for adequate lubrication.
Genuine Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and
chain oil is recommended to protect your unit
against excessive wear from heat and
friction. Pou_an or Poulan PRO oil resists
high temperature thinning. If Poulan or
Poulan PRO 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
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-
tiona} information.
dI_WAHNIN_: 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 inches (38 - 45 cm) of
rope per pull.
Hold saw firmly white pulling starter rope.
Starter rope handle
/{ " _"_\_'_ _J/[ Left hand
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 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.
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!f your engine still does not I
start after following these I
instructions, please call
1 - 800- 554 - 5723.
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.
ON/STOP SWITCH
(_ .SIDE VIEW)
ON
F_ -'.,_." STOP
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi-
tion.