Poulan 306A, chain keeps tighting up during use

It is normal for a new chain to stretch during the first 15 min of operation.
You should check your chain tension each time before you start the chain saw. With saw off,

If the chain starts to get loose then you need to tighten it up or it will throw itself off the bar, also if you do not keep the chain tight and sharp the chain will be damaged when it is thrown off the bar.

sounds like a bad carb. replace it or if you have a pressure tester test the fuel inlet with a low pressure and see if it holds. if it doesn't it's junk

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After adjusting make sure to tighten the bar bolts(nuts). If they're missing, replace them and tighten securely after adjusting the chain tension.

Open the chain guard.Once there look for a bolt that hold the chain plate.The chain plate has a large groove and the bolt.djust the chain by plull to the front until the chain is tight,but not too much,just test by hand if is move freely but tight.Reverse the procedure.


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Bar oil goes into it's own tank, and premixed fuel (50:1 using a modern synthetic saw oil) into it's own tank. The fuel can should be thoroughly shaken just before adding more fuel to the tank to prevent oil starvation. Gift saws generally have things wrong with them, so if you can't get the engine to run, suggest that you either find a friend that is knowledgeable about saws or take it to a service shop for repairs. Hope this helps!

The chain could be stretching. Are you using a good quality bar and chain lube? Never use old motor oil. Once the chain has jumped several times it may be bent.
Properly adjust the chain and keep an eye on it while using. start with a new bar and chain and watch the tension. You can also replace the tool less cover with a standard cover for about $25

Simple answer is no!
Lou

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Lou

i have a 4620 poulan that had the same problem. use it for 10 minutes, spend 15 minutes reinstalling the chain. i sent poulan an email threatening to sue them and they decided to send me the parts to change it over to the old style for free. try poulan.com