User manual POULAN PRO PP446

[. . . ] R ENGLISH ESPAÑOL Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'Instructions PP446 For Occasional Use Only WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. ADVERTENCIA: Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. AVERTISSEMENT: Lire le manuel d'instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves. Electrolux Home Products, Inc. [. . . ] Move the switch to the OFF position to stop the engine. PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB removes air from the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original form. COUPLER The COUPLER enables optional attachments to be installed on the unit. CHAIN TENSION It is normal for a new chain to stretch during first 15 minutes of operation. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3. 2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit. CHOKE The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you begin. If you do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call 1-800-554-6723. FUELING ENGINE when refueling. WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly HELPFUL TIP To obtain the correct oil mix ratio, pour 3. 2 ounces of 2-cycle synthetic oil into one gallon of fresh gas. Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION The bar and chain require lubrication. The chain oiler provides continuous lubrication to the chain and guide bar. Be sure to fill the bar oil tank when you fill the fuel tank (Capacity = 4. 6 fl. Too little oil will cause overheating shown by smoke coming from the chain and/or discoloration of the bar. Always fill the bar oil tank when you fill the fuel tank. 9 Genuine PoulanR or Poulan PROR bar and chain oil is recommended to protect your unit against excessive wear from heat and friction. If PoulanR or Poulan PROR bar and chain oil is not available, use a good grade SAE 30 oil. S Always stop the engine before removing the oil cap. Starter Handle Choke Lever Primer Bulb 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. To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system 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. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE by aligning lever with position shown on decal (see illustration below). Choke position decal HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. S If engine does not stop, move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold through all remaining steps. [. . . ] MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any emissions related part on your engine (as listed under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is defective or a defect in the materials or workmanship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission related part, the part will be repaired or replaced by ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. OWNER'S WARRANTY -road enRESPONSIBILITIES: As the small offgine engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your instruction manual. ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. , recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. , cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. As the small off-road engine engine owner, you should be aware that ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. , may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or the use of parts not made or approved by the original equipment manufacturer. [. . . ]