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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
ES350
ES350WT
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
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instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
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Poulan
1030 Stevens Creek Road
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Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4
5855 Terry Fox Way
545146939 Rev. 2 5/15/07 BRW
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FRANÇAIS
SAFETY RULES
WARNING: When using electric
gardening appliances, basic 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 repair s, 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 pr ecauti ons
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
users who understand and can follow
the safety rules, 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; hea vy-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 us ers
should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage
hearing.
S Secure hair above shoulder length. Do
not wear l oose clothing or j ewel r y; they
can get caught in moving parts.
Hearing
Protection
Snug
Fitting
Clothing
Safety
Shoes
S Keep all parts of your body away from
the chain when saw is running.
S Keep children away. Do not let visitors
contact chai n saw or extension cord.All
visitors shoul d 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 if
you have taken alcohol, drugs, or me-
Safety Hat
Eye
Protection
Heavy Duty
Gloves
Safety Chaps
dication. You must be in good physical
condition and mentally alert. If you
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 cutting until 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 operatewith 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
atree.
S Make sure thechain willnot 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 forcechain saw. It will do thejob
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 the cut. Doing so
can cause you to lose control when
the cut is 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 with 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 plastic, masonry, nonwood building materials.
S Do not operate a c hain saw that is
damaged, 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 periodically
and if damaged, have repaired by an
authorized service dealer.
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD
WORKING ORDER
S Have all chain saw servi ce performed
by an auth o rized service dealer except
the items listed in the
MAINTENANCE
section of thi s 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 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 performance.
S Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
S Unplug the chain saw from the power
source wh en not in use, before s ervicing, 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 condit i ons that may af f ect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by an authori zed service
dealer unless other wi se indicated elsewhere in t he 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, unplug and use a
bar sheath or carrying case.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING: Avoid a dangerous
environment. To reduce the risk ofelectrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp
or wet locations, or around swimming
pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to
snow, rain, orwater to avoid the possibility of electricalshock. 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 da ngerous situations. Do not
use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases toavoid creating a fire or
explosion and/or causing damage to
unit.
S To r educe the risk of electrical shock,
this appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade iswider than the other) and willrequire the use of a polarized extension
cord. The appliance plug will fit into a po-
larized ext ension cord only one way. If
the plug does not fit ful l y into the extension cord, reverse the plug. I f the plug
still does not fit, obtain a corr ect polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require 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. Do not 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 with suffix “W--A” (in
Canada, “W”). Use a pol arized cord.
Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. Inspect extension cord
before use and repl ace if damaged. Do
not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deteriorati on. Plug connectors must be
undamaged. An undersized extension
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resultingin loss of power and overheating.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The lower the gauge number , the heavier the cord (see
in the OPERATION sectio n). Do
CORD
SELECT AN EXTENSION
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 switc h 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 all times. Position
cord so that it will not be caught on
branches. Do not expose cords to
heat, oil, water, or sha rp edges.
S To avoid the possibility of electric
shock, avoid body contact with any
grounded conductor, such as metal
fences or pipes.
S Ground Fault Circuit I nter r upt er (GFCI)
protection should be provided on circuit
or outlet to be used. Receptacles ar e
available having built-in GFCI protection
and may be used for this measure of
safety . Inspect chain saw cords periodically and if damaged, have r epair ed by
an authorized service dealer .
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GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK
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Follow all safety rules to help avoid kickback and ot her forces which can result in
serious injury.
Clear The Working Area
Kickback Path
oid Obstructions
WARNING: Avoid kickback which
can result in serious injury. Kickback is
the backward, upward or s udden forward motion of the guide bar occurring
when the saw chain nearthe upper tip 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 RotationalKickbackcan occur when
the moving chain contacts an object at
the upper tip of theguide bar. This contact can cause the chain to dig into the
object, which stops the chain for an
instant. The result is a lightning fast,
reverse reaction whichkicks theguide
bar up and bac k 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 and the saw chain
is suddenly s topped. This sudden
stopping of thechain results in a reversal of the chain force used to cut wood
and causes the saw to move in the opposite direction of the ch ain rotation.
The saw is drivenstraight back toward
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 barand the saw chain is suddenly
stopped. This sudden stopping pull s the
saw forward and away from the operatorand could easily caus e 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, s tumps, etc. Eliminate
or avoid any obstruction thatyour saw
chain could hit while cutting.
S When cutting a branch, do not let the
guide bar contact another b ranch or
other objects around it.
S Keep saw c hain sharp and properly
tensioned.A looseor dull chain can increase thechance of kickback. Follo w
manufacturer’s chain sharpening and
maintenance instructions. Check tension at regularintervals, but never with
engine running. Make sure bar clamp
nuts are securely tightened.
S Begin and continue cutting at full
speed. If the chain is moving at a slower speed, there is greater chance of
kickback occurring.
S Use extreme caution when re-enter-
ing a cut.
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 a ware of situations or
obstructions that can cause material
to pinch the top of or otherwise stop
the chain.
S Do notcut 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-In :
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. Wrap the fingers of your
left hand o ver and around the front
handlebar, and your left thumb under
the front handlebar. Keep your leftarm
straight with the elbow locked.
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Right Hand
Left Hand
S Position your left hand on the front
handlebar 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 dire ct
line with the cutting chain.
S Stand with your weight evenly bal-
anced on both feet.
S Do not overreach. You could be drawn
or thrown off balance and lose control.
S Do not cut above s houlder height. It is
difficult to maintain control of saw
above shoulder height.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
WARNING: The following features
are included on your saw to helpreduce
hazard of kickback; however, such features will not totally eliminate this danger. Do not rely only on safety devices.
Follow all safety rules tohelp 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 slipsoff the front
handlebar.
S Position of fr ont and rear handlebars:
designed with distance between handles and “in-l i ne” wi t h each other. The
spread and “in-line” position of the
hands provided by this design work together to give balance and resistance in
controlling the pivot of the saw back to ward the operator if kickback occurs.
S Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar: de-
signed with a small radius t ip which reduces the size of the kickback danger
zone. Thi s type bar has been demonstrated to signifi cantl y reduce the number and seriousness of kickbacks when
tested in accordance with ANSI B175.1.
Small Radius
Tip Guide Bar
Large Radius
Tip Guide Bar
S Low Kickback Chain has met kickback
performance requirements when t ested
on the representati ve 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
WARNING: Computed Kickback
Angle(CKA)listedonyoursawandlisted
in the following CKA T able represents the
angle of kickback your bar and chain
combinations will have when tested in accordance with CSA and ANSI standards.
Computedangles represented in the CKA
column indicate total energy and angle
associated without a chain brake. When
purchasing replacements, considerations
should be given to the lower CKA values.
In all cases, lowerCKA values represent a
safer operating environment f or the user.
S Tip contact in some cases may cause
a lightning fast
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
rapidly back towards the operator.
S Either of these reactions may cause
you to lose c ontrol of the saw which
could result in serious injury. Do not
rely exclusively upon safety devices
built into your saw.
The fol lowing 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.
REACTION,kickingthe
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Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table
MODEL
ES350
ES350WT 952044370 16″ 952051211 30_
952044370 952051211
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of hand
tools could cause 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 healthy
people. If symptoms occur such 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 closelymonitortheirphysical
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 built with thisinsulation system are
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
BAR
P/N Length
16″
CHAIN P/N
double insulation system only provides
added protection against injuryresulting
from an internal electrical insulation
failure.
WARNING: All electrical re pairs 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 identi calto t heparts they replace.
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.
STA NDARDS: This product is listed by
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. in accordance with UL Standard 1662 and CSA
Standards Z62.1 and Z62.3 and ANSI
B175.1.
ANSI B175.1--2000 “American National
Standard for Powered Tools -- Safet y Requirements”
CSA Z62.3 “Chain Saw Kickback Occupational Health and Safety”
CSA Z62.1 “Chain Saws -- Occupational
Health and Safet y”
SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CKA without
chain brake
30_
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: Ifyouneedassistanceorfind
that parts are missing or damaged,
please call 1-800-554-6723.
ASSEMBLY
Y o ur unit is fully assemble d; no assembly
is required.
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR SAW
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
CHAIN SAW.
location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the
Bar Oil Cap
Hand Guard
Trigger Lock-- out
Button
Power
Cord
Trigger
Switch
Oil Level
Indicator
TRIGGER SWITCH
The
TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on
the unit. Squeeze 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 -- ou t 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.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Use only a voltage supply as specified on
your unit.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
RECOMMENDATIONS
120
25 ft.
(7.67 m)
16
A.W.G.*
Volts
*American Wire Gauge
50 ft.
(15.24 m)
16
A.W.G.*
100 ft.
(30.48 m)
14
A.W.G.*
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.
Chain Adjustment Screw
Bar Sprocket
Hole
Bar Clamp
Bar
Chain
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 c hain te nsion.
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 your chain tension frequently . Readjust chain aft er every 15 minutes
of operation. See
CHECK CHAIN TENSION
under the MAINTENANCE secti on.
Power Cord
Extension Cord
BEFORE STARTING SAW
WARNING: Be sure to read the
electricalsafety information in the safety
rules section of this manual before you
begin. If you do not understand the electrical safety information do not attempt to
use your unit. Seek help from s omeone
that does understand the information or
call thecustomer assistance help line at
1-800-554-6723.
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GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
The bar and chain require lubrication. The
chain oile r provides lubrication to the
chainandguidebar.Besuretofillthebar
oil tank before each cutting session. Lack
of oil will quickl y ruin the bar and chain.
T oo little oil will cause overheating shown
by smoke coming fr om the chain and/or
discoloration of the bar. For maximum
guide bar and chain lif e, we recommend
you use Poulan chain saw bar oil. If
Poulan bar oil is not ava ilable, you may
use a good grade SAE 30 oil until you are
able to obt ain Poulan brand. Use a funnel
to fill the tank. Replace oil cap securely.
Check oil level aft er every 15 minutes of
operation.
CUTTING METHODS
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 been repaired
by an authorized service dealer.
STARTING YOUR SAW
1. Connect the saw to a power source
using the proper size extension cord
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.
;
OPERATING TIPS
S Check chain tension before first use
and after 1 minute of operation. See
CHECK CHAIN TENSION in the MAINTENANCE
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 thesaw an d repair
parts as necessary.
S Keep the chain o ut of dirt and sand.
Even a small amount of dirtwill quickly
dull a chain and increase the possibility of kickback.
S Practice cutting a few smal l logs using
the following steps. This will help you get
the “feel” of usi ng your saw bef ore you
begin a major sawing operation.
S Squeeze trigger switch and allow unit
to reach ful l speed before cutt i ng.
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. Pos ition cord s o 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 c ut.
S Stop motor before setting saw down.
section.
TREE FELLING TECH NIQUES
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 k now the direction of tree fall, nor
cut at night since you 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 t he 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 af-
ter it is felled.
S Study t he natural conditions that can
cause the tree to fall in a particular direc-
tion, such as:
S The wind direction and speed.
S The lean of the tree. The lean of a
tree might not beapparent due touneven or s loping terrain.Use a plumb
or level to determine the direction 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 otherobjects. Noise can drown
out a warning call.
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S Remove dirt, stones, loose bark,nails,
staples, and wire from the tree where
cuts are to be made.
Plan a clear retreat path
Direction of Fall
45_
FELLING LARGE TREES
(6 inches in diameter or l a rger)
The notch method is used to fell large
trees. A notch is cut on the side of the tre e
in the desired direction of fall. After a felling
cut is made on the opposite side of tree,
the tree will tend to fall in the direction of
the notch.
NOTE: If tree h as 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 cuttingthe bottom. See illustration. Once the notch is cut, remove the wedge of wood from tree.
First cut
Notch
Second cut
Final cut here
Hinge
S After removing the wood from the 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 wil l leave
enough uncut wood between the felling
cut and the not ch to form a hi n ge. This
hinge will help prevent the tree from falling in t he wrong direction.
Hinge holds tree on stump and
helps control fall.
Opening
of felling
cut
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 up-
per branches.
S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it
down, and get away quickly on your
planned retreat path.
S
DO NOT use your saw to cut down a par-
tially fallen tree. Be extremely cautious
with partially fal l en trees that may be
poorly supported. When a tree doesn’t
fall completely, set saw aside and pull
down tree with a cable winch, block and
tackle, or tractor.
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE
(BUCKING)
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen tree to the desired log size.
WARNING: Do not stand on the
log being cut. Any portion c an 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 ca refully;
sharp pieces of wood could be flung
toward operator.
S Use a sawhorse to cutsmall logs.Nev-
er 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 area where logs, limbs,
and root s are tangl ed. Drag logs into a
clear area before cutting them by pulling
out exposed and cleared logs fir st.
BUCKING TECHNIQUES
WARNING: If saw becomes
pinched or hung in a log, don’ttry to force it
out. You can lose control of the sawresulting in injury and/or damage to the saw.
Stop the saw, drive a wedge of plastic or
wood into the cut unt il the saw can be removedeasily.Restartthesawandcarefully reent er the cut. Do not use a met al
wedge. Do not attempt to restar t your saw
when it is pinched or hung in a log.
Use a wedge to remove pinched saw
Closing of
notch
Turn s aw OFF and use a plastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open.
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Overcutting begins on the top side of the
t
log with the bottom of the saw against the
log. When overcutting use light downward
pressure.
Overcutting Undercutting
Usingalogforsupport
2ndCut
Undercutting involves cutting on the underside of t he log with top of saw against
the log. When undercutting use light upward pressure. Hold saw fi r ml y and maintain 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 fi rst 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
Second cut
First cut on compression side of log
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
S Overcut through
the log.
S Roll the log over and finish with a sec-
ond overcut.
S Watch for logs with a compression
side to prevent the saw from pinching.
See illustration above for cutting logs
with a compression side.
BUCKING USING A L OG 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 Your first cut sho uld extend
diameter of the log.
S Finish with your second cut.
1/3 of the diameter of
1/3 of the
nd
2
nd
2
1stCut
1stCut
Cut
1stCu
Cut
2ndCut
Using a support stand
st
1
Cut
LIMBING AND PRUNING
WARNING: Be alert for and guard
against kickback. Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other branches
or objects 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 s tand on ladders, platforms, a log, or in any position
which can cause 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 b al-
ance. Use extreme caution when cut-
ting small size limbs.
S Be alert for spring back from any
branches that are bent or under pres-
sure. Avoid being struckby the branch
or the saw when the tension in the
wood fibers is released.
S Frequently clear branches out of the
way to avoid tripping over them.
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LIMBING
S Limb a tree only after it is cut down.
S Leave the larger limbs underneath the
felled tree to s upport the tree as you
work.
S Start at the base of the felled tree and
work toward the top, cutting branches
and limbs. Remove small limbs with
one cut.
S Keep tree between you and the chain.
S Remove larger branches with the cut-
ting techniques described
WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
BUCKING
S Make your first cut
through the bottom of the limb. This
cut will make the limb sag so that it falls
easily on the second cut.
S Next make a second cut all the way
through the limb.
S Finish the pruning operation by using
an overcut so that the stump of the
limb protrudes 1 to 2 inches (3 -- 5 cm)
from the trunk of the tree.
Second cut
1/3 of the way
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.
3rd cut 1 to 2 in.
(3--5 cm) from
trunk of tree
Get a professional to do the job.
MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
WARNING: Disconnect power source before performing maintenance.
Fillindatesasyoucomplete
regular service
Check for damaged/worn parts
Check for loose fasteners/parts
Check chain tension
Check chain sharpness
Check guide bar
Inspect and clean unit & labels
Clean guide bar groove
Before
Use
n
n
n
n
n
n
After
Use
n
n
Every
15 min.
nCheck bar and c hain oil level
First cut
1/3 of way
Service
Dates
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does notcover
items thathave 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 damage to the unit
and possibleinjury to the operator orbystanders.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for
replacement of worn or damaged par t s.
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of
oil to appear under the saw after motor
stops. Do not confuse this witha leaking
oil tank.
S Trigger Switch -- Ensure the trigger
switch functions properly by squeez-
ing 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 extensioncord shows signs
of damage or wear.
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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
is sharp and can cut you even when it is
not moving.
Chain tension is very important. Chain
stretches during use. This is especially
true during the firstfew tim esyou use your
saw. Always check chain tension each
time you use your saw .
1. Unplug unit from t he power source.
2. Use a screw dr iver to move chain
around guide bar t o 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. Tur n the adj us t ing 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
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 c hain makes wood chips. A dull
chain makes a sawdust powder and
cuts slowly. See
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
the
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 f or ced through the cut.
S Inadequate supply of oil to the bar and
chain.
Check the condition of the guide bar each
time the chain is sharpened. A worn guide
bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult .
After each use, with unit disconnected
from power source, clean all sawdustfrom
the guide bar and sprocket hole.
T o maintain guide bar:
S Disconnect the chain saw from the
power source.
S Loosen and remove bar clamp nuts.
Remove bar and chain f r om saw.
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove af-
ter each 5 hours of operation.
CHAIN SHARPENING in
Remove Sawdust From
Guide Bar Groove
NOTE: To tighten the chain, turn the adjusting screw clockwise; to loosen the
chain, turn the adj usting screw counterclockwise.
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 and lettin ggo ofthe chainseveral times.
6. Continue turning the adjusting screw
until the tension is correct (see step 4).
7. Tighten bar clamp nuts with a wrench.
8. Recheck chain tension.
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.
File Rail Edges
and Sides
Square
Correct GrooveWorn Groove
Replace the guide bar when the groove is
worn, the guide bar is bent or crack--ed, or
when excess heating or burr i ng of the rails
occurs. If repl acem en t is necessary, use
only the guide bar specified foryour saw in
the repai rparts listor on the decal located
on the chain saw.
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LUBRICATION
Bar Oil Fill Cap
S Check bar and chain oil before use
and every 15 minutes while operating
the saw. See
under the OPERATION section.
OIL
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
S After each use, ins pect complete unit
for loose or damaged parts. Clean the
unit and labels us ing a damp cloth with
a mild detergent.
S Wipe off the unit and labels with a
clean dry cloth.
CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain shar p ening requires special tools.
Y ou can purchase sharpening tools at an
authorized service dealer or go to a professional chain sharpener.
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 chain. The chain
is sharp and can cut you even when it is
not moving.
It is normal for a new chain tostretchduring the first 15 minutes of operation.You
should recheck your chain tension frequently and adjust the chain tension as
required. See
section.
Replace the old chain when it be comes
worn or damaged. Use only the Low
Kickback replacement chain specified
in the list of available replacement parts.
The chain mustcomply with kickback requirementsof 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.
CHECK CHAIN TENSION
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 screw
from the bar clamp.
5. Carefully remove the new chain from
the pack age. Hold chain with c utters
facing as shown.
Tip of
Bar
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIRECTION OF ROTATION
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.
Bar
Clamp
Bar Clamp
Nuts
Adjusting Screw
7. Hold the guide bar against the saw
frame and install the bar clamp. Be
sure adjusting pin is in the adjusting
pin hole in the bar.
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Inside view of
Bar Clamp
Adjusting pin hole
Adjusting
screw
Adjusting pin
8. Secure the guide bar and bar clamp
with the bar clamp nuts; tighten
finger tight only.
CAUTION: If saw chain is install ed backwards, the saw wi ll vibrate excessively
and will not cut wood.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
See
CHECK CHAIN TENSION in the MAIN-
TENANCE
section.
STORAGE
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow mo tor to cool before storing or
transporting.
S Store chain saw and extension cord in
a well ventilated area
S Store chain saw with all guards in
place and position chain saw so that
any sharp object cannot a ccidentally
cause injury.
S Store chain sawunplugged, well out of
the reach of children.
CUSTOMER SERVICEABLE PARTS
WARNING: Use of any other ac-
cessory or attachment might present a
risk of injury to the operator.
REPLACEMENT PART PA RT NO.
Hex Nuts 530015917
Oil Cap 530053072
Bar Adjusting Screw 530016265
Bar Adjusting Pin 530053068
File (5/32″ dia.) T win Pak 952055085
Xtra GUARDr Chain --16″ 952051470
Lo--Kickr Guide Bar -- 16″ 952044759
Bar & Chain Lubricant --1 qt. 952030129
Bar & Chain Lubricant --1 gal. 952030130
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of
the season or if it wil l 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
storage.
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
paper or cloth.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source be-
fore performing all of the rec ommended remedies below except remedies
that require unit to be operating.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Chain does
not move
when trigger
switch is
engaged
Chain clatters or cuts
roughly.
Chain stops
during cut.
Oil inadequate for bar
and chain
lubrication.
Chain cuts
at an angle.
1. Chain tension incorrect.
2. Guide bar rails pinched.
3. Trigger switch failure.
.
4. Circuit breaker tripped/
fuse failure.
1. Chain tension incorrect.
2. Cutters damaged.
3. Chain worn.
4. Cutters dull, improperly
sharpened, or depth
gauges too high.
5. Sprocket worn.
1. Chain cutter tops not
filed flat.
2. Guide bar burred or
bent; rails uneven.
1. Oil tank empty.
2. Oil outlet clogged.
3. Guide bar oil hole
blocked.
1. Cutters damaged on
one side.
2. Chain dull on one side.
3. Guide bar bent or worn.
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.
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. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
2. Repair or replace guide bar.
1. Fill oil tank.
2. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
3. Remove bar and clea n.
1. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
2. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
3. Replace guide bar.
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W ARRANTY STATEMENT
Poulan, a division of Husqvarna Outdoor
Products Inc. ,warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new Poul an
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 brand
electric product within one (1) year from
the original date of purchase.
If your Poulan brand electric or cordless
product should fail within the limited warranty period, you may return it in complete
condition, prepaid, with proof of purchase
to the dealer from whom it was purchased
forrepairorreplacementattheoptionof
Poulan.
This warranty is not transferable and
does not cover damage or liability
caused by improper handling, impro per
maintenance or alteration, or the use of
accessories and/or attachments not
specifically recommended by Poulan
for this product. This warranty does not
cover pa rts 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 h ave any unans wered
questions regarding this warranty,
please contact:
Poulan, a division of Husqvarna Outdoor
Products Inc.
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
1--800--554--6723
In Canada, contact:
Poulan
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario L5V3E4
Giving the model number, serial number
and date of purchase 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 MA Y HA VE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO
STATE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED, AND
THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS W ARRANTIES 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 Ac t of 1975.
The policy of Poulan is to continuously
improve its products. Ther ef ore, Poulan
reserves the right t o change, modi fy, or
discontinue models, designs, specifi cations, and accessories of all products at
any timewithout notice or obligation toany
purchaser.
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