Maintenance - Poulan Pro P3818AV Instruction Manual

• Keep the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.
• Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
iNG WITHOUT A SUPPORT
• Always use an overcut to cut smalI and free-
ly hanging limbs. Undercutting could cause
limbs to fall and pinch the saw
PRUNING
WARNING:
Limit pruning to limbs
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
branches are higher than your shoulder Get a
professional to do the job.
• Make your first cut 1/3 of the way through the
bottom of the timb
• Next make a 2nd cut all the way through
the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving a
t to 2 inch (2 5 to 5 cm) collar from thetruck
of the tree
I Second cut ,-/z_
Third cite/
Co,_ar _ _ First cut
(/ Pruning technique
,_WARNING:
Disconnect thespark
pIug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized or Master Service Dealer.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check:
Fuel mixture level .... Before each use
Bar lubrication ....... Before each use
Chain tension ....... Before each use
Chain sharpness ..... Before each use
For damaged parts ... Before each use
For loose caps ...... Before each use
For loose fasteners... Before each use
For loose parts ...... Before each use
Inspect and Clean:
Bar ................ Before each use
Complete saw ....... After each use
Air filter ............. Every 5 hours*
Chain brake ......... Every 5 hours*
Spark arresting screen
and muffler .......... Every 25 hours*
Rap}ace spark plug . Yearly
Replace fuel filter ... Yeady
Hours of Operation -
Each hour of operation is approximately
2 tanks of fuel
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full va}ue
from the warranty, the operator must main-
tain unit as instructed in this manual. Various
adjustments will need to be made periodical-
ly to properly maintain your unit.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug, air fi{ter,
and check guide bar and chain for wear A
new spark plug and air filter assures proper
air-fuel m_xture and he_ps your engine run
better and last longer.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of oil
to appear under the saw after engine stops.
Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank.
• ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP
sw*tch functions properly by moving the
sw_ch to the STOP position. Make sure en-
gine stops; then restart engine and continue.
• Fuel Tank - Do not use saw _f fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks
• OiITank- Donotusesawifoiltankshows
signs of damage or leaks.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
Bar Nuts
Chain
Muffler
Cylinder Shield
Air Filter
Handle Screws
Vibration Mounts
Starter Housing
Front Hand Guard
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
A sharp chain makes wood chips A duII
chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts
slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING.
CHECK GUIDE BAR
Conditions which require guide bar mainte-
nance:
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