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Poulan Pro 361 User Manual

Poulan Pro 361
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Poulan Pro 361 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Type2-Stroke
Engine Displacement36 cc
Bar Length16 in
Oil Capacity6.8 oz
Chain Pitch3/8 in
Chain Gauge0.050 inches

Summary

Safety Precautions

Avoid Contact with Moving Chain

Never touch or attempt to stop a moving chain with your hand.

Maintain Chain Sharpness

Keep the chain sharp and in good condition to prevent bucking.

Safe Engine Starting

Start the engine without assistance to avoid injury from a moving chain.

Transport Safety

Stop the engine before carrying the saw between trees; carry with chain behind.

Plan Felling Path

Select a safe path of retreat before felling a tree.

Prepare Cutting Work

Plan cuts carefully to prevent the chain from jerking the engine.

Beware Falling Limbs

Be aware of falling limbs and wear a safety helmet.

Owner Responsibilities

Avoid Damaged Operation

Never operate the saw in a damaged condition to prevent further issues.

Bar and Chain Installation

Remove Bar Mounting Hardware

Remove bar mounting nuts, washers, clamp and outer bar plate.

Mount Bar onto Studs

Mount the slotted end of bar over bar mounting studs.

Position Chain on Sprocket

Place chain around sprocket with cutting teeth facing forward.

Engage Chain in Bar Groove

Work the chain into the groove of the bar until all drive links engage.

Align Bar with Adjustment Pin

Slide bar forward and fit adjustment hole over the adjusting pin.

Install Outer Guide Plate

Place outer guide plate and install bar clamp and nuts.

Chain Adjustment and Lubrication

Adjust Chain Tension

Turn adjusting screw to set light chain tension, allowing free movement.

Fuel Mixture and Chain Lubrication

Prepare Fuel Mixture

Mix 1½ pt. (8 oz.) SAE 30 oil with each gallon of gasoline.

Avoid Separate Fuel Addition

Do not add oil and gasoline separately to the gas tank.

Starting Procedure

Pull Starter Rope

Hold saw firmly and pull starter rope handle smartly.

Carburetor Adjustment

Initial Needle Adjustment

Turn high speed and low speed needles clockwise until seated, then counter-clockwise.

Lean Setting Caution

Avoid excessive lean settings to prevent engine damage from overheating.

Fuel Pick-up Filter Maintenance

Caution: Operate Without Filter

Never operate your saw without the fuel pickup filter in place.

Cylinder Fins Cleaning

Importance of Clean Fins

Keep cylinder fins clean for proper cooling and to prevent severe engine damage.

Filing Chipper Chain

Chain Filing Setup

Use a fileholder and correct size file; tension chain on guide bar.

Maintain Cutting Angles

Maintain 35° Top Plate Filing, 60° Top Plate Cutting, 90° Side Plate angles.

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