Poulan Pro 952801955 Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

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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ENGLISH ESPAÑOL

FRANÇAIS

PP400E

Poulan PRO 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC 28269

Poulan PRO

850 Matheson Blvd. West

Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4

115259726 Rev. 2 4/15/10 BRW

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SAFETY RULES

WARNING: When using electric

gardening appliances, ba sic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock , and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.

WARNING: Always disconnect

power source when making repairs, adjustment s, and when changing accessories and attachments such as saw bar, chain or guards. Because a chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool, special precautions must be observed to reduce risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious injury.

PLAN AHEAD

S Restrict the use of your saw to adult us-

ers who understand and can follow the safety ru les, precautions, and operating instructions found in this manual.

S Dress properly. Wear protective gear.

Always use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage hearing.

S Secure hair above shoulder length. Do

not wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can get caught in moving parts.

Snug Fitting Clothing

Safety Shoes

Safety Chaps

Heavy Duty Gloves

Eye Protection

Hearing

Protection

Safety Hat

S Keep all parts of your body away from

the chain when saw is running.

S Keep children away . Do not let visitor s

contact chai n saw or extension cord. All visitors should be kept at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from work area.

S Do not handle or operate a chain saw

when you are fatigued, ill, upset, or ifyou have taken alcohol, drugs, or medica-

tion. You must be in good physical condition and mentallyalert. Ifyou have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with doctor before operating. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.

S Do not start cuttinguntil you have a clear

work area,secure footing, and especially if you are felling a tree, a retreat path. Keep work area clean.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

S Do not operate with one hand. Serious

injury to the operator, helpers, or bystanders may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use.

S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a

tree.

S Make sure the chain will not make con-

tact with any object while starting the saw. Never start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut.

S Do not force chain saw. It will do the job

better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

S Do not put pressure on the saw, espe-

cially at the end of th e cut. Doi ng so can cause youto lose control when the cut i s completed.

S Stop the saw before setting it down. S Hand carry saw only when motor is

stopped. Carry the chain saw by the front handle wi t h the saw stopped, finger off the switch, the guide bar and saw chain to the rear.

S Use the right tool, cut wood only. Don’t

use chain saw for purpose not intended; for example, don’t use chain saw for cutting pl asti c,masonry, non-wood building materials.

S Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-

aged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Always replace bar, chain, hand guard, or other parts immediately if they become damaged, broken, or are otherwise removed.

S Inspect chain saw cords periodical ly

and if damaged, have repaired by an authorized service dealer.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER

S Have all chain saw service performed

by an authorized service dealer except the items listed in the

MAINTENANC E

section of this manual.

S Make certain saw chain stops moving

when trigger switch is released.

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S Keep the handles dry and clean and

free from oil and grease.

S Keep oil cap and fasteners securely

tightened.

S Nonconforming replacement compo-

nents or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and possible injury to the operator or bystanders. Use only Poulan PRO accessories and replacement parts as recommended. Never modify your saw.

S Maintain chain saw with care. S Keep unit sharp and clean for better and

safer perform ance .

S Follow instructions for lubricating and

changing accessories.

S Unplug the chain saw from the power

source when not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories and attachments, such as saw chain and guard.

S Check for damaged parts. Before fur-

ther use of the chain saw, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the instruction manual.

S When not in use, chain saws should be

stored in a dry , high or locked-up place out of the reach of children.

S When storing saw, unpl ug and use a bar

sheath or carrying case.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

WARNING: Avoid a dangerous

environment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or around swimming pools, hot tubs, e tc. Do not expose to snow,rain,or water to avoid the possibility of electrical shock. Do not handle extension cord or plug with wet hands. S Use a voltage supply as shown on the

nameplate of the unit.

S Avoid dangerous situati ons. Do not use

in the presence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit.

S To reduce the risk of elect r ical shock,

this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and willrequire the use of a polarized extension cord. The appliance plug will fit into apolarize d extension cord only one way. If

the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will requi re the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the properwall outlet. Donot change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.

S To reduce risk of electrical shock, use

extension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor appliances. The electrical rating of the cord must not be less than the rating of unit. The cord must be marked wit h suffix “W--A” (i n Canada, “W”). Use a polarized cord. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition . Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged. Do not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation must be intact with no cr acks or deteriorati on. Plug connectors must be undamaged. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resultingin lossof power and overheat ing. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord (see

SELECT AN EXTENSION

CORD

in the OPERATION section). Do

not use multiple cords.

S Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit

by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit.

S Secure extension cord to power cord to

prevent disconnection from unit.

S Do not use the unit if the switch does not

turn the unit on and off properly, or if the lockout does not work. Repairs to the switch must be made by an authorized service dealer.

S Keep extension cord clear of operator

and obstacles at a ll time s. Position cord so that it will not be caught on branches. Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.

S T o avoid the possibility of electric shock,

avoid body contact with any grounded conductor, such as metal fences or pipes.

S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

protection should be provided on circuit or outlet to be used. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. Inspect chain saw cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by an authorized service dealer .

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GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK

Follow all safety rules to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury.

Kickback Path

oid Obstructions

Clear The Working Area

WARNING: Avoid kickback which

can result in serious injury. Kickback is the backward, upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when the saw chain near the uppertip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the wood can also result in loss of chain saw control. S Rotational Kickback can occur when

the moving chain contacts an object at the upper tip of the guide bar. This contactcancausethechaintodigintothe object, which stops the chain for an instant. The result is a lightning fast, reverse re action which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the operator .

S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the

the wood closes in and pinches the moving saw chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar an d the saw chai nis suddenly stopped. This sudden stopping of the chain results in a reversal of the chain force used to cut wood and causes the saw to move in the opposite direction of the chain rotation. The saw is driven straight back towar d the operator.

S Pull-In can occur when the moving

chain contacts a foreign object in the wood in the cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stopping pulls the saw forward and away from the operator and could easily cause the operator to lose control of the saw.

REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK

The following precautions should be followed to minimize kickback:

S Recognize that kickback can happen.

With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents.

S Never let the moving chain contact any

object at the tip of the guide bar.

S Keep working area free from obstruc-

tions such as other trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Eli m i na te or avoid any obstruction that your saw chain could hit while cutting.

S When cutting a branch, do not let the

guide bar contact another branch orother objects around it.

S Keep saw chain sharp and properly

tensioned. A loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback. Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening and maintenance inst ructions. Check tension at regular intervals, but never with engine running. Make sure bar clamp nuts are securely tightened.

S Begin and continue cutt i ng at full speed.

If the chain is movi ng at a slower speed, there is greater chance of kickback occurri ng.

S Use extreme caution when re-entering

acut.

S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip

of the bar (plunge cuts).

S Watch for shifting logs or other objects

that could close a cut and pinch or fall onto chain.

S Use the specified Reduced-Kickback

Guide Bar and Low Kickback Chain.

Avoid Pinch-Kickback:

S Be extremely aware of situations or ob-

structions that can cause materi al to pinch the top of or otherwise stop the chain.

S Do not cut more than one log at a time. S

Do not twist the saw as the bar is withdrawn from an undercut when bucking.

Avoid Pull-I n:

S Always begin cutting with the saw at full

speed and the saw housing against wood.

S Use wedges made of plastic or wood.

Never use metal to hold the cut open.

MAINTAIN CONTROL

S A good, firm grip on the saw with both

hands will help you maintain control. Don’t let go. Grip the rear handle with your right hand whether you are right or left handed. Wrapthe fing ers of your left hand over and around the front handlebar, and your left thumb under the front handlebar. Keep your left arm straight with the elbow locked.

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Right Hand

Left Hand

S Position your left hand on the front han-

dlebar so it is in a straight line with your right hand on the rear handle when making bucking cuts. Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to keep your body from being in a direct line with the cutting chain.

S Stand wi t h your weight evenly balanced

on both feet.

S Do not overreach. You could be drawn

or thrown off balance and lose control.

S Do not cut above shoulder height. It is

diff icul t t o maintain control of saw above shoulder height.

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

WARNING: The following features

are included on your saw to help reduce hazard of kickback; however, such features will not totally eliminate this danger. Do not rely only on safety devices. Follow all safety rules to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury. S Hand Guard: designed to reduce the

chance of your left hand contacting the chain if your hand slips off the front handlebar .

S Position of front and rear handlebars:

designed with distance between handles and “in-line” with each other. The spread and “in-li n e” position of the hands provided by this design work together to give balance and resistance in controlling the pivot of the saw back toward the operator if kickback occurs.

S Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar: de-

signed with a small radius tip which reduces the size of the kickback danger zone. This type bar has been demonstrated to significantly reduce the number and seriousness of kickbacks when tested in accordance wi th ANSI B175.1.

Large Radius Tip Guide Bar

Small Radius Tip Guide Bar

S Low Kickback Chain has met kickback

performance requirements when tested on the representative sample of these chain saws specified in ANSI B175.1.

LowKickback Chain

Contoured Depth Gauge

Elongated Guard Link Deflects Kickback Force And Allows Wood To Gradually Ride Into Cutter

CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE

S Chain Brake: designed to stop the

chain in the event of kickback.

WARNING: WE DO NOT REP-

RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT ASSUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A KICKBACK.

Kickback is a lightning f astaction whichthrows the bar and r ot at i ng chain back and up toward the operator. Kickback can be caused byallowing contact ofthe bar tip i n the danger zone with any hard object. Kickback can also be caused by pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar. This action may push the guide bar rapidly back towar dthe operator . Either of these events may cause you to lose control of the sawwhich could result inserious injury or even death.

DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF THE SAFETY DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW . YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK.

Reduced--kickback guide bars and low--kickback saw chains reduce the chance and magnitude of kickback and are recommended. Your saw has a low kickback chain and bar as original equipment. Repairs on a chain brake should be made by an authorized service dealer . Take your unit to the place of purchase or to your nearest authorized service dealer .

WARNING: Computed Kickback

Angle(CKA)listedonyoursawandlisted in the following CKA Table represents the angle of kickback your bar and chain combinations will have when tested in accordance with CSA and ANSI standards. Computedangles r epresented in the CKA column indicate total energy and angle

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associated without a chain brake. When purchasing replacements, considerations should be given to the lower CKA va lues. In allcases, lower CKA values representa safer operating environment for the user. S Tip contact in some cases may cause

a lightning fast

REACTION, kicking the

guide bar up and back toward the operator.

S Pinching the saw chain along the tip of

the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidl y back towards the operator.

S Either ofthese reactions may cause you

to lose control of the saw which could result in serious injury. Do not rely exclusively upon safety devices built into your

saw. The following guide bar and chain combinations meet kickback requirements of CSA Z62.1 & Z62.3 and ANSI B175.1 when used on saws listed in this manual. Use of bar and chain combinations other than those listed is not recommended and may not meet the CKA requirements per standard.

Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table

BAR

P/N Length

CHAIN P/N

18″

MODEL

PP400E

30_

CKA without

chain brake

952044418 952051338

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to v ibrations through prolonged use of hand tools could c ause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers,hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise he althy people. If sy mptoms occur suc h as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must closelymonitor their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION

This unit is double insulated to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation construction consists of two separate “layers” of electrical insulation instead of grounding. Tools builtwith this insulation systemare not intended to be grounded. No grounding means is provided on this unit, nor should a means of grounding be added to this unit. Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool. The double insulation system only provides added protectionagainst injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure.

WARNING: All electrical repairs to

this unit, including housing, switch, motor, etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identicalto theparts theyreplace. A double insulated appliance is marked with the words “double insulation” or “double insulated”. The symbol (square within a square) may also be marked on the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by authorized service personnel can cause the double insulation construction to become ineffective and result in serious injury.

ST ANDARDS: This product is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. inacc ordance with UL Standard 1662 and CSA Standards Z62.1 and Z62.3 and ANSI B175.1. ANSI B175.1--2000 “American National Standar d for Powe red Tools -- Safety Requirements” CSA Z62.3 “Chain Saw Kickback Occupational Health and Safety” CSA Z62.1 “Chain Saws -- Occupational Health and Safety”

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Before using chain

saw, ensure all fasteners are secure.

CARTON CONTENTS

S Chain Saw (fully assembled) S Bar Sheath

Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.

NOTE: If you need assistance or fi nd that parts are mi ssi ng or damaged, pl ease call 1-800-554-6723.

ASSEMBLY

Your unit is ful ly assembled; no assembly is required.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR SAW

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW.

Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the loca-

tion of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Bar Oil Cap

Trigger Switch

Power Cord

Chain

Bar

Chain Adjustment ScrewTrigger Lockout

Button

Handguard

Bar Clamp

TRIGGER SWITCH

The

TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on

the unit. Squee ze the trigger switch to operate the unit after lock--out button has been pushed forward. Release the trigger to turn the unit off.

TRIGGER LOCK --OUT BUTTON

The

TRIGGER LOCK--OUT BUTTON is a

control feature designed to prevent the motor from being accidently started. When the rearhandle is gripped in a normal cutting position, the lock--out button can be pushed in by the thumb, permitting the index finger to squeeze the trigger. It is not necessary to maintain pressure on the lock--out button once the trigger has been engaged.

BAR OIL CAP

The

BAR OIL CAP is used to fill the bar oil

tank.

CHAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW

The

CHAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW is

used to adjust the chain tension.

POWER CORD

The

POWER CORD is used to connect

the chain saw to an approved extension cord.

CHAIN TENSION

It is normal for a new chain to stretch during first 15 minutes of operation. You should check yourchain tension fr equently. See

CHAIN TENSION under the SER-

VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

section.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit.

SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD

MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE

RECOMMENDATIONS

Volts

120

A.W.G.*

*American Wire Gauge

25 ft.

(7.67 m)

A.W.G.*

50 ft.

(15.24 m)

100 ft.

(30.48 m)

NOT

RECOMMENDED

ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR CHAIN SAW

To prevent disconnection from unit, secure extension cord to power cord as shown in the following illustration.

Power Cord

Extension Cord

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BEFORE STARTING SAW

WARNING: Be sure to read the

electrical safety information in the safety rules section of this manual before you begin. If y ou do notunderstand theelectricalsafety information do notattempt to use your unit. Seek help from someone that does understand the information or call the customer assistance help line at 1-800-554-6723.

GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL

The bar and chain requir e lubrication. The chain oiler provides lubrication to the chainandguidebar.Besuretofillthebar oil tank before each cutti ng session. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain. T oo little oil will cause overheating shown by smoke coming from the chain and/or discoloration of the bar. For maximum guide bar and chain life, we recommend you use Poulan or Poulan PRO chain saw bar oil. If Poulan or Poulan PRO bar oil is not available, you may use a good grade SAE 30 oil until you are able to obtain Poulan or Poulan PRO brand. Use a funnel to fill the tank. Replace oil cap securely. Check oil level after every 15 minutes of operation.

CHAIN BRAKE

Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible. The chain brake must be disengaged before cutting with the saw.

STOPPING YOUR SAW

S Release the trigger switch. S If motor does not stop, disconnect the

extension cord. Discontinue use of the unit until it has beenrepaired by an authorized service dealer.

STARTING YOUR SAW

1. Connect the saw to a p ower source using the propersize extensioncord

;

see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD).

2. Grip both handles firmly.

3. Push and hold the trigger lock--out button with your right hand thumb.

4. Squeeze and hold the trigger switch.

CHAIN BRAKE

WARNING: If the brake band is

worn too t hin it m ay break when th e chain brake is triggered. With a broken brake band, the chain brake will not stop the chain. The chain brake must be replaced

if any part is worn to less than 0.020″ (0.5 mm) thick. Repairs on a chain brake should be made by your authorized service dealer. Take your unit to the place of purchase or to the nearest aut hor izedservice dealer . S This saw is equipped with a chain

brake. The brake is designed to stop the chain if kickback occurs.

S The inertia--activated chain brake is ac-

tivated if the front hand guar d i s pushe d forward, either manually (by hand) or automatically (by sudden movement).

S If the brake is already activat ed, it is dis-

engaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible.

S When cutting with the saw, the chain

brake must be disengaged.

Disengaged

Engaged

Braking function control CAUTION: The chain brake must be

checked several times daily. The motor must be running when performing this procedur e. This is t h eonly instan cewhen the saw should be placed on the ground with the motor running. Place the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear handle with your right hand and the front handle with your left hand. Squeeze trigger switch and allow motor to reach full speed. Activate the chain brake by turning your left wri st against the hand guard without releasing your grip around the fr ont handle. The chain should stop immediately .

Inerti a activating function control

WARNING: When performing the

following procedure, the motor must not be running and the saw must be unplugged from the power source. Grip the rear hand le with y our right hand and the front handle with your left hand. Hold the chain saw approximat el y 14″ (35 cm) above a stump or other wooden surface. Release your grip on the front handle and use the weight of the saw to let the tip ofthe guide bar fall f orwar d and contact the stump. When the tip of the bar hits the stump, the brake should activate.

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CUTTING METHODS

OPERATING TIPS

S Check chain tension before first use

and after 1 minute of operation. See

CHECK CHAIN TENSION in the MAINTENANCE

section.

S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plas-

tics, masonry , non-wood building materials, etc.

S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a for-

eign object. Inspect the saw and repair parts as necessary.

S Keep the chain out of dirt and sand.

Even a small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain and increase the possibility of kickback.

S Practice cutting a few small logs using

the following steps. This will help you get the “feel” of using your saw before you begin a major sawing operation. S Squeeze trigger switch and allow unit

to reach full speed before cutting.

S Begin cutting with the saw frame

against the log.

S Keep the motor at full speed the en-

tire time you are cutting.

S Release the trigger switch as soon

as the cut is completed, allowing the motor to stop.

S Keep the cord away from the cutting

area. Position cord so it will not be caught on branches and the like during cutting.

S To avoid losing control when cut is

complete, do not put pressure on saw at end of cut.

S Stop motor before setting saw down.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

WARNING: Check for broken or

dead branches which can fall while cutting causing serious injury. Do not cut near buildings or electrical wires if you do not know the direction of tree fall, nor cut at night since y ou will not be able to see well, nor during bad weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds, etc. If the tree does make contact with any utility line, the utility company should be notified immediately.

S Carefully plan your sawing operation in

advance.

S Clear the work area. You need a clear

area allaround the tree so you can have secure footing.

S The chain saw operator should keep

on the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled.

S Study the natural conditions that can

cause the tree to fall in a particular direction, such as:

S The wind direction and speed. S The lean of the tree. The lean o f a tree

might not be apparent due to uneven or sloping terrain. Use a plumb or level to deter m ine the dir ection of tree lean.

S Weight and branches on one side. S Surrounding trees and obstacles.

S Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is

rotted, it can snap and fall toward the operator.

S Make sure there is enough room for

the tree to fall. Maintain a distance of

2-1/2 tree lengths from the nearest per-

son or other objects. Noise can drown out a warning call.

S Remove dirt, s tones, loose bark, nails,

staples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made.

Direction of Fall

45_

Plan a clear retreat path

FELLING LARGE TREES

(6 inches in diameter or larger) The notch method is used to fell large trees. A notch is cut on the side of the tr ee in the desired direction of fall. After a felling cutismadeontheoppositesideoftree, the tree will tend to fall in the direction of the notch. NOTE: If tree has large buttress roots, remove them before making the notch. If using saw to remove buttress roots, keep saw chain from contacting ground to prevent dulling of the chain.

NOTCH CUT AND FELLING TREE

S Make notch cut by cutting the top of the

notch first. Cut through

1/3 of the

diameter of the tree. Next complete the notch by cutting the bottom. See illustration. Once the notch is cut, remove the wedgeofwoodfromtree.

Notch

First cut

Second cut

Final cut here

Hinge

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S After removi ng the wood from t he notch,

make the felling cut on the opposite side of the notch. This is done by making a cut about two inches higher than the center of the notch. This will leave enough uncut wood between the felling cut and the notch to form a hinge. This hinge will help prevent the tree from falling in the wrong direction.

Opening of felling cut

Closing of notch

Hinge holds tree on stump and helps control fall.

NOTE: Before felling cut is complete,

use wedges to open the cut when necessary to control the direction of fall. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use wood or plastic wedges, but never steel or iron wedges. S Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to

fall: cracking sounds, widening of the felling cut, or movement in the upper branches.

S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it

down, and get away quickly on your planned retreat path.

DO NOT use your saw to cut down a par-

tially fallen tree. Be extremely cautious with partially fallen trees that may be poorly supported. When a tree doesn’t fall completely , set saw aside and pull down tree wi th a cable winch, block and tackle, or tractor.

CUTTING A FALLEN TREE (BUCKING)

Bucking is the term used for cutt i ng a fal len tree to the desired log size.

WARNING: Do not stand on the

log being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss of footing and control. Do not stand downhill of the log being cut.

IMPORTANT POINTS

S Cut only one log at a time. S Cut shattered wood very carefully;

sharp pieces of wood could be flung toward operator.

S Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never

allow another person to hold the log while cutting and never hold the log with your leg or foot.

S Do not cut in an ar ea wh ere logs, limbs,

and roots are tangled. Drag logs into a clear area before cutting them by pulling out exposed and cleared logs first.

BUCKING TECHNIQUES

WARNING: If saw becomes

pinched or hung in a log, don’t try to force it out. You can lose control of the saw resulting in injury and/or damage to the saw. Stop the saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the cut until the saw can be removedeasily.Restartthesawandcarefully reenter the cut. Do not use a metal wedge. Do not attempt to restart your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log.

Use a wedge to remove pinched saw

Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or wooden wedge to force cut open.

Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log. When overcut t i ng use light downward pressure.

Overcutting Undercutting

Undercutting involves cutting on the underside of the log with top of saw against the log. When undercutt ing use light upward pressure. Hold saw fir ml y and mai ntain control. The saw will tend to push back toward you.

WARNING: Never turn saw upside

down to undercut. The saw cannot be controlled in this position. Always make your first cut on the compressions side of the log. The compression side of the log is where the pressure of the log’s weight is concentrated.

First cut on compression side of log

Second cut

First cut on compression side of log

Second cut

BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT

S Overcut through

1/3 of the diameter of

the log.

S Roll the log over and finish with a sec-

ond overcut.

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S Watch for logs wit h a compressi on side

to pre ve nt the saw from pinching. Seeillustration above for cutting logs with a compression side.

BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND

S Remember your first cut is always on

the compression side of the log. (Refer to the illustration below for your first and second cut)

S Yo ur first cut shoul d extend

1/3 of the

diameter of the log.

S Finish with your second cut.

1stCu

2ndCut

Using a log for support

2ndCut

Cut

1stCut

Cut

Using a support stand

1stCut

Cut

LIMBING AND PRUNING

WARNING: Be alert for and guard

against k ickback. Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other branches or o bjects at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or pruning. Allowing such contact can result in serious injury.

WARNING: Never climb into a tree

to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, platforms, a log, or in any position

which can c ause you to lose your balance or control of the saw.

IMPORTANT POINTS

S Watch out for spring poles. Spring poles

are small size limbs which can whip toward you or pull you off balance. Use extreme caution when cutting smallsize limbs.

S Be alert for spring back from any

branches that are bent or under pressure. Avo i d being struck by the branch or t he saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released.

S Frequently clear branches out of the

way to avoid tripping over them.

LIMBING

S Limb a tree only after it is cut down. S Leave the larger limbs underneath the

felled tree to support the tree as you work.

S Start at the base of the felled tree and

work toward the top, cutting branches and l imbs. Remove smalllimbs with one cut.

S Keep tree between you and the chain. S Remove larger branches with the cut-

ting techniques described

BUCKING

WITHOUT A SUPPORT.

S Always use an overcut to cut small and

freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.

PRUNING

WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs

shoulder height or below. Do not cut if branches arehigher than your shoulder. Get a professional to do the job. S Make your first cut

1/3 of the way

through the bottom of the limb. This cut will make the limb sag so that itfalls easily on the sec ond cut.

S Next make a second c ut all the way

through the limb.

S Finish the pruning operation by using

an overcut s o that the stump o f the limb protrudes 1 to 2 inches (3--5 cm) from the trunk of the tree.

First cut 1/3 of way

Second cut

3rd cut 1 to 2 in. (3--5 cm) from trunk of tree

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MAINTENANCE

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Fillindatesasyoucomplete regular service

Check for damaged/worn parts

Check for loose fasteners/parts

Check chain tension

Check chain sh arpness

Check guide bar

Inspect and clean unit & labels

Before

Use

After

Use

Every

15 min.

Service

Dates

nCheck bar and chain oil level

Clean guide bar groove

WARNING: Disconnect power source before performing maintenance.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. Improper maintenance may cause d amage to the unit and possible injury tothe operatoror bystanders.

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for replacement of worn or damaged parts. NOTE: It is normal for a small amountof oil to appear under the saw after motor stops. D o not confuse this with a leaking oil tank. S Trigger Switch -- Ensure the trigger

switch functions properly by squeezing and holding the trigger switch. Make sure motor starts and stops.

S Oil Tank -- Discontinue use of chain saw

if oil tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

S Extension Cord -- Discontinue use if

chain saw extension cord shows signs of damage or wear .

CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS

S Bar Clamp Nuts S Chain S Bar Adjusting Screw

CHECK CHAIN TENSION

WARNING: Wear protective

gloves when handling chain. The chain issharpandcancutyouevenwhenitis not moving. Chain tension is very important. Chain stretches during use. This is especially true during the first f ew times you use your saw. Always check chain tension each time you use your saw.

1. Unplug unit from the power source.

2. Use a screwdriver to move chain around guide bar to ensure kinks do not exist. The chain should rotate freely.

NOTE: It is recommended that the saw be turned upside down for chain tensioning.

3. Loosen bar clamp nuts until they are finger tight against the bar clamp.

4. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise until the chain solidly contacts bottom of guide bar rail. Then, turn adjusting screw an additional 1/4 turn. This is correct chain tension setting.

Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn

NOTE: T o tighten the chain, turn the adjusting screw clockwise; to loosen the chain, turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise.

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Adjusting Screw

5. Check the tension by lifting the chain from the guide bar. Remove some of the stiffness in the chain by pulling down andlettinggo of the chain several times.

6. Continue turning the adjusting screw until the tension is correct (see step 4).

7. Tighten bar clamp nuts wit h a wrench.

8. Recheck chain tension.

WARNING: If the saw is operated

with a loose chain, the chain could jump off the guide bar and result in serious injury.

CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS

A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly. See

CHAIN SHARPE NIN G in the

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.

CHECK GUIDE BAR

Conditions which require guide bar maintenance:

S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle. S Saw has to be forced through the cut. S Inadequate supply of oil to the bar and

chain. Check the condition of the guide bar each time the chain i s sharpened. A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult. After each use, with unit disconnected from power sour ce ,clean al lsawdust from the guide bar and sprocket hole. T o maintain guide bar: S Disconnect the chain saw from the pow-

er source. S Loosen and remove bar clamp nuts.

Remove bar and chain from saw.

S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after

each 5 hours of operation.

Remove Sawdust From

Guide Bar Groove

Oil Holes

S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal

process of rail wear . Remove these burrs with a flat file.

S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to

restore square edges and sides.

Correct GrooveWorn Groove

File Rail Edges

and Sides

Square

Replace the guide bar when the groove is worn, the guide bar is bent or crack--ed, or when excess heati ng or burring of the r ai l s occurs. If replacement is necessary, use only the guide bar specified for your saw in the repai rparts list or on the decal located on the chain saw.

LUBRICATION

Bar Oil Fill Cap

S Check bar and chain oil before use and

every 15 minutes while operating the saw.See

GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL un-

der the

OPERATION section.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS

S After each use, inspect complete unit for

loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

S Wipe off the unit and labels wit h a clean

dry cloth.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CHAIN SHARPENING

WARNING: Improper chain sharp-

ening techniques and/or depth gauge maintenance will increase the chance of kickback which can result in serious injury.

WARNING: Wear protective

gloves when handling chain. The chain is sharp and ca n cut you even when it is not moving.

Conditions which indicate the need for chain sharpening: S Reduction in size of wood chips. The

size of the wood chip will decrease as the c hain gets duller until it becomes more like a powder than a chip. Note that dead or rotted wood will not produce a good chip.

S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle. S Saw has to be forced through the cut.

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Tools required:

S 5/32 inch (4 mm) diameter round file

and file holder

S Flat file S Depth gauge tool

TO SHARPEN CHAIN:

1. Move

ON/STOP switch to the STOP

position.

2. Check chain for proper tension. Ad-

just chain tension if necessary. See

CHECK CHAIN TENSION section.

3. Sharpen cutters.

S To sharpen the cutters, position

the file holder level (90˚) so that it rests on the top edges of the cutter and depth gauge. NOTE: The chain has both left and right hand cutters.

Depth Gauge

File

File Holder

Cutter

90˚

S Align the 30˚ file holder marks

parallel with the bar and to the center of the chain.

Cutter

30˚ File Holder Line

S Sharpen cutters on one side of the

chain first. File from the inside of each cutter to the outside. Then, turn the chain saw around and repeat the process for the other side of the chain.

S File on the forward stroke only. Use

2 or 3 strokes per cutting edge.

S Keep all cutters the same length

when filing.

S File enough to remove any dam-

age to cutting edges (side plate and top plate of cutter).

All Cutters

Same Length

Remove Damage

Top Plate

Side Plate

S File chain to meet the specifica-

tions as shown.

30˚

80˚

60˚

Rounded Corner

0.025 inch (0.65 mm)

Right

Hook Angle

Wrong

Squared O

Corner

TooMuchHookAngle

WARNING: Maintain the proper

hook angle according to the manufacturer’s specifications for the chain you are using. Improper hook angle will increase the chance of kickback which can result in serious injury.

4. Check and lower depth gauges.

Depth Gauge Tool

Depth Gauge

File

S Place gaug e tool on cu tter. S If the depth gauge is higher than

the depth gauge tool, file it levelto the top of the depth gauge tool.

S Maintain rounded front corner of

depth gauge with a flat file. NOTE: The very top of the depth gauge should be flat with the front

half rounded off with a flat file. If you r equir e further assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure, contact your authorized service dealer or call our customer assistance help line at 1--800--554--6723.

WARNING: Avoid accidentalstart-

ing. Always unplug saw from power source before installing a bar and/or chain.

CHAIN REPLACEMENT

WARNING: Wear protective

gloves when handling ch ain. The c hain issharpandcancutyouevenwhenitis not moving. Itis normal for anew chainto stretch during the first 15 minutes of operation. You should recheck y our chain tension frequently and adjust the chain tension as required. See

CHECK CHAIN TEN SION

section. Replace the old chain when it becomes worn or damaged.

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Use only the Low Kickback replacement chain specified in the list of av ailable replacement parts. The chain must comply with kickback requirements of ANSI B175.1 when tested with this saw. See your authorized service dealer to replace and sharpen individual cutters on your chain.

TO REPLACE CHAIN:

1. Disconnect the chain saw from the power source.

2. Remove bar clamp nuts.

3. Remove bar clamp and old chain.

Bar Clamp

Nuts

Adjusting Screw

Bar Clamp

4. Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to move the adjusting pin almost as far as it will go to the rear. Do not remove the adjusting s crew from the bar clamp.

5. Carefully remove the newchain from the package. Hold chainwith cu tters facing as shown.

CUTTERS MUST FACE IN

DIRECTION OF ROTATION

Tip of Bar

Cutters

Depth Gauge

Drive Links

6. Place chain around the sprocket and fit the drive links into the guide bar groove and then into the teeth of the sprocket in the tip of the guide bar.

7. Hold the guide bar against the saw frame an d install the bar clamp. Be sure adjusting pin is in the adjusting pin hole in the bar.

Inside view of Bar Clamp

Adjusting screw

Adjusting pin

Adjusting pin hole

8. Secure the guide bar and bar clamp with the bar clamp nuts; tighten finger tight only.

CAUTION: If saw chain is installed backwards, the saw will vibrat e excessively and will not cut wood.

CHAIN ADJUSTMENT

See

CHECK CHAIN TENSION in the MAIN-

TENANCE

section.

CUSTOMER SERVICEABLE PARTS

WARNING: Use of any other ac-

cessory or attachment might present a risk of injury to the operator.

REPLACEMENT PART P A RT NO.

Hex Nuts 530015917 Oil Cap 530053072 Bar Adjusting Screw 530016265 Bar Adjusting Pin 530053068 File (5/32″ dia.) Twin Pak 952055085 Xtra GUARDr Chain --18″ 952051338 Lo--Kickr Guide Bar - - 18″ 952044418 Bar & Chain Lubricant - -1 qt. 952030203 Bar & Chain Lubricant - -1 gal. 952030204

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STORAGE

WARNING: Perform the following

steps after each use: S Allow motor to cool before storing or

transporting.

S Store ch ai n saw and extension cord in a

well ventilated area

S Store chai n saw with all gua rds in place

and position chain saw so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.

S Store chain saw unplugged, well out of

the reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more. If your chain saw is to be stored for a period of time: S Clean it thoroughly before lengthy stor-

age.

S Store in a clean dry area. S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and

guide bar.

S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy

paperorcloth.

TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Chain does not move when trigger switch is engaged

1. Chain tension incorrect.

2. Guide bar rails pinched.

3. Trigger switch failure.

4. Circuit breaker tripped/ fuse failure.

1. See “Check Chain Tension” in Maintenance section.

2. Repair or replace.

3. Contact an authorized service

dealer.

4. Reset circuit breaker or replace

fuse.

Chain clatters or cuts roughly.

1. Chain tension incorrect.

2. Cutters damaged.

3. Chain worn.

4. Cutters dull, improperly sharpened, or depth gauges too high.

5. Sprocket worn.

1. See “Check Chain Tension” in Maintenance Section.

2. Contact an authorized service

dealer.

3. Resharpen or replace chain.

4. See “Chain Sharpening” in Service and Adjustments section.

5. Contact an authorized service

dealer.

1. Chain cutter tops not filed flat.

2. Guide bar burred or bent; rails uneven.

Chain stops during cut.

1. See “Chain Sharpening” in Service and Adjustments section.

2. Repair or replace guide bar.

Oil inadequate for bar and chain lubrication.

1. Oil tank empty.

2. Oil outlet clogged.

3. Guide bar oil hole blocked.

1. Fill oil tank.

2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

3. Remove bar and clean.

Chain cuts at an angle.

WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source be-

fore performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to be operating.

1. Cutters damaged on one side.

2. Chain dull on on e side.

3. Guide bar bent or worn.

1. See “Chain Sharpening” in Service and Adjustments section.

2. See “Chain Sharpening” in Service and Adjustments section.

3. Replace guide bar.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna

Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new Poulan PRO brand electric or cordless product is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective Poulan PRO brand electric product within one (1) year from the original date of purchase. If your Poulan PRO brand electric or cordless product should fail within the limitedwarrantyperiod, you mayreturnit in complete condition, prepaid, with proof of purchase to the dealer from whom it was purchased for repair or replacement at the option of Poulan PRO. This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by improper handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or the use of accessories and/or attachments not specifically recommended by Poulan PRO for this product. This warranty does not cover parts that will wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period. This warranty does not cover pre--delivery setup or normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual. Should you have any unanswered questions regarding this warranty, please contact: Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc. 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC 28269 1--800--554--6723

In Canada, contact:

Poulan PRO

850 Matheson Blvd. West Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4

Giving the model number, serial number and date of pur ch a se of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED, AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

This is a limited warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson--Moss Act of 1975. The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously improve its products. Therefore, Poulan PRO reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue models, designs, specifications, and accessories of allproducts at any time wi t houtnotice or obligation to any purchaser.