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Poulan Pro PR4218 - User Manual

Poulan Pro PR4218
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Instruction Manual
PR3816 / PR4016 / PR4218
Quick
-
Start Guide
WARNING! Read and follow all Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Mix 2.6 oz. of full synthetic 2-
Cycle Oil with 1 gallon of
gasoline for a 50:1 mixture.
Shake well. Pour into fuel tank.
CAUTION: Do not use alternate
fuels such as ethanol blends
above 10% by volume (E
-15, E
-
85) or any methanol blended
fuel.
Add bar and chain oil to oil tank
until full
.
Make sure chain brake is locked
by pushing forward on
handguard.
Slowly press
primer (air purge)
bulb 10 times.
Pull blue choke lever out fully.
Place right foot in rear handle as
shown. Using right hand, pull
starter rope sharply until machine
starts, or a maximum of 5 times.
Push blue choke lever to half
choke position.
NOTE: In temperatures above
90°F (32°C), push blue choke
lever completely in.
Pull starter
rope until engine
starts.
Allow engine to warm for 30
seconds. Squeeze throttle trigger
to set normal idle.
Before accelerating
to full
throttle, make sure chain brake is
unlocked by pulling back on
handguard.
Press red switch to STOP
position when finished using saw.
n Starting a Warm Engine
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+
+
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
operatio
n time during unseasonably warm weather.
IMPORTANT:
· Never let your saw chain come in contact with soil/dirt
during operation. This will completely dull your chain
and will require installation of a new chain.
· Check your chain tension prior to each time you start
the chainsaw. Check tension on a new chain after the
first 15 minutes of operation. See the manual for chain
tensioning instructions.
Pul
115820549 Rev. B 2017-03-08

Questions and Answers

  • S
    susansmithAug 9, 2025
    What to do if my Poulan Pro PR4218 engine will not start?
    • K
      Kristine SuttonAug 9, 2025
      If your Poulan Pro Chainsaw engine won't start, several factors could be at play. First, make sure the ignition switch is on. If the engine is flooded, follow the instructions for starting a flooded engine. Also, check if the fuel tank is empty and refill it with the correct fuel mixture. A spark plug that is not firing can also cause this issue, so install a new spark plug. Finally, ensure that fuel is reaching the carburetor by checking for a dirty fuel filter (replace if necessary) or a kinked/split fuel line (repair or replace).
  • A
    Anthony DaltonAug 15, 2025
    Why Poulan Pro PR4218 Chainsaw engine will not accelerate or dies under load?
    • C
      Charles OwensAug 15, 2025
      If your Poulan Pro Chainsaw engine won't accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load, consider these potential causes: * The air filter may be dirty, so clean or replace it. * The spark plug may be fouled, so clean, regap, or replace it. * The chain brake may be locked, so unlock it. * The carburetor may require adjustment
  • D
    Douglas RamseyAug 20, 2025
    What to do if Poulan Pro Chainsaw engine smokes excessively?
    • M
      Mary MorrisAug 20, 2025
      If your Poulan Pro Chainsaw engine smokes excessively, it might be due to too much oil mixed with the gasoline. To fix this, empty the fuel tank and refill it with the correct fuel mixture.
  • R
    rebeccasmithAug 27, 2025
    What to do if Poulan Pro PR4218 chain moves at idle speed?
    • J
      Jeremy LewisAug 27, 2025
      If the chain on your Poulan Pro Chainsaw moves at idle speed, it could be due to the idle speed needing adjustment.
  • U
    ucobbSep 2, 2025
    How to fix Poulan Pro PR4218 Chainsaw that will not idle properly?
    • J
      James HaleSep 2, 2025
      If your Poulan Pro Chainsaw will not idle properly, the idle speed might require adjustment.

Summary

Chainsaw Quick-Start Guide

Fueling and Oil Preparation

Steps for mixing fuel and filling oil tank.

Starting Engine Steps

Sequence for starting a cold engine, including choke usage.

Starting a Warm Engine

General Safety Precautions

Understanding Kickback Hazards

Safe Fuel Handling

Kickback Safety Features

Maintaining Cutting Control

Chainsaw Assembly Instructions

Starting and Stopping Procedures

Starting the Chainsaw Engine

Cold Engine Start Procedure

Specific steps for starting a cold engine.

Warm;Flooded Engine Start

Procedures for starting a warm or flooded engine.

Maintenance and Servicing

Carburetor Adjustment Procedures

Storage and Transportation

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Poulan Pro PR4218 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Displacement42cc
Bar Length18 inches
Fuel TypeGasoline
Engine Type2-cycle
Chain Pitch3/8 inch
Chain Gauge0.050 inches
Oil Tank Capacity0.6 US pint

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