Poulan 1980-02 User Manual

Poulcm

Chain Sow.

OWNER’S
MANUAl

CAUTION:

Read Rules for Safe

Operation Carefully.

Beaird-Pouian Division

Emerson Electric Co.

Shreveport, Louisiana

Record in the space provided below the model num
ber and serial number of your saw.

Model No.

Retain these numbers for future reference.

Serial No..

SAFETY FIRST

DON'T

O Don't use the saw when you are tired
ODon't start cutting until you have a clear work

area, secure footing, and a planned retreat
from a falling tree

O Don't use a saw that is damaged or poorly

adjusted

ODon't touch a moving chain
ODon't use the saw in an enclosed area

DO

OWear safe footwear, snug-fitting clothing, and

eye, hearing, and head protection
OBe careful handling fuel
O Hold the saw firmly with both hands
O Carry the saw with the engine stopped, the

bar and chain to the rear, and the muffler

away from ypu
OShut off the engine before setting it down

OKeep the handles free of oil and fuel
OKeep others out of the work area when the

saw is running

BE CAREFUL

ODon't climb in a tree with a saw — it is very

dangerous. Get professional help.

OBe careful cutting small.branches and bushes-

small limbs may catch the chain and be
whipped toward you.

I LOOK OUT FOR KICKBACK

OWhen the moving chain at the nose of the bar

touches an object, the bar and chain can
be thrown upward with considerable
force. This is KICKBACK!

OHold the saw firmly with both hands

O Don't overreach
O Don't let the nose of the bar contact a log,

branch, etc.

OCut only at high engine speeds

O Don't reach above shoulder height to cut —

the chain is too close to your face in this
position

O Keep your chain sharp

c , ^ ^ GENERAL TIPS

Safety First

▼

O Dress Safely — Loose clothing may get caught in moving parts.
O It's A One Man Job — Keep others out of the work area when the engine is running.

O LOOK OUT FOR KICKBACK — Don't let the tip of the bar touch anything while the engine is running;

Take care of your saw

O Keep the Chain Out of the Dirt — Even a small amount of dirt on the log will dull the chain quickly.

O Keep the Chain Sharp — A dull chain is unsafe and will cause excessive wear to other parts.

O Don't Force the Saw Out of a Jam — Use a wedge, an axe, a crowbar, or another saw, but don't force it out.

What is good performance?

O Wood Chips Tell You A Lot — The chips should be about the size of the chain teeth. If they are small and powder like,

your chain is dull. Get it Sharpened!

O Don't Press Hard — Light pressure is enough. Heavy pressure can cause unsafe conditions. Check for a dull chain or

worn bar. (See Guide Bar Maintenance and Chain Sharpening).

O Cut Only At High Speeds — Keep the throttle wide open when cutting. Don't run the engine at high speed when not

cutting!

O It Should Cut Smoothly — If the engine stalls or bogs with light pressure, check the carburetor setting and the air filter.

O Performance and Safety — Keep your saw running well and your work will be easier and safer.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Bar and Chain Installation........................................................................................................................4

Chain Adjustment................................................................................................................................... 4

Bow Installation.

Operating Instructions............................................................................................................................. 5

Cutting Tips................................................................................................................................................5

Bow Cutting Tips..............................................................................................................................5

Felling............................................................................................................................................ 6

Bucking.............................................................................................................................................6

Pruning and Debranching............................................................................................................. 7

Care and Maintenance............................................................................................................................ 7

Chain Sharpening......................................................................................................................................8

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SPECIFICATIONS

306A
CU. IN. DISPLACEMENT
SPARK PLUG
SPARK PLUG GAP .023 to .027"

IGNITION
MODULE AIR GAP
CHAIN
MUFFLER

FUEL MIX
OILER

3.6 CU. in./59cc

Champion CJ-8

Solid State

.008 to .012"

3/8" Pitch—Chisel Type 3/8" Pitch—Chisel Type

Spark Arresting Spark Arresting

(16:1) У2 pint oil to

1 Gal. Reg. Gasoline

Automatic/Manual Automatic/Manual

(16:1) ’/2 pint oil to

1 Gal. Reg. Gasoline

245A

4.5 CU. in./74cc

Champion CJ-8

.023 to .027"

Solid State

.008 to .012"

Sprocket Nose Guide Bar

Filler Cap—Fuel
(gas-oil mix)

Starter Handle—pull to operate

Throttle lock

Chain Oiler Button—push to operate

(Use frequently while cutting.)

Throttle Trigger-pull back

to increase speed

Stop switch

Chain