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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
PP400E
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
R
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury .
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Poulan PRO
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
850 Matheson Blvd. West
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
545186756 Rev. 2 3/15/09 BRW
Poulan PRO
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 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 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; 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 s aw noise c an damage
hearing.
S Secure hair above shoulder length. Do
not wear loose clothing or jewelry; 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 chain saw or extensi on 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 if you
have taken alcohol, drugs, or medica-
Safety Hat
Eye
Protection
Heavy Duty
Gloves
Safety Chaps
tion. Y ou 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 operate with one hand. Serious
injury to the operator, helpers, or bystanders may resul t 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 whil e 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 the cut. Doing so can
cause you to lose control whenthe cut is
completed.
S Stop the saw before setting it down.
S Hand carry saw only when motor is
stopped. Carr y 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,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 immedia tely 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 service performed
by an authorized service dealer except
the items listed in the
MAINTENANCE
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 performance.
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 ot her part that is
damaged should be properly repaired
or r eplaced by an authorized ser vice
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, unplug and use a bar
sheath or carrying case.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING: Avoid a dangerous
environment. Toreduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp
or wet locations, or around swimming
pools, hot tubs, etc. 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 situat ions. 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 electrical shock,
this appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension
cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized 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 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 proper wall outlet.Do not change the
equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
S T o 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 polarized cor d.
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 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 section). Do
CORD
SELECT AN EXTENSION
not use multiple cords.
S Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit
by the extensio n cord or yank extensi o n
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 all times. 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. R eceptacles 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
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Follow all safety rules to help avoid kickback and other 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 sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring
when the saw chain near the 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 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 reaction 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 and the saw chain is
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 toward the operator.
S Pull-In can occur when t he 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. Eliminate 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 or other 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 i nstruction s. Check tension at regular intervals, but never with
engine running. Make sure bar clamp
nuts are securely tightened.
S Begin and continue cutting at fullspeed.
If the chain is moving at a slower speed,
there is greater chance of kickback occurring.
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-
structi on s t ha t can cause material 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-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 contr ol .
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 over and around the front handlebar, and your left thumb under the front
handlebar. Keep your l eft 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 with 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
diffi cult to 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 dev ices.
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 r ear handlebars:
designed with distance between handles and “in-line” with each other. The
spread and “in-li ne” 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 with ANSI B175.1.
Small Radius
Tip Guide Bar
Large 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 fast action which throws
the bar and rotating chain back and up toward the operator. Kickback can be
caused by allowing contact of the bar tip in
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 toward the operator. Either of
these events may cause you to lose control of the saw which could resultin serious
injury or even death.
ANY OF THE SAFETY DEVICES BUILT INTO
YOUR SAW. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW
PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID
KICKBACK.
DO NOT REL YUPON
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 represented 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 values.
In all cases, lower CKA values represent a
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 of these reactions may cause you
Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table
MODEL
PP400E
952044418 952051338
BAR
P/N Length
18″
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 he althy
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 closely monitor their physical
condition and the condition of this tool.
DOUBLE INSULATION
CONSTRUCTION
This unit is double insulated to help protect against electric s hock . Double insulation construction consists of two
separate “layers” of electrical insulation
instead of grounding.
Tools built with thisinsulation 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 protection ag ainst injury resulting
from an internal electrical insulation
failure.
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.
CKA without
CHAIN P/N
chain brake
30_
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 the parts 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 -- 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
NOTE: If you need assistance or find 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.
damaged parts.
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR SAW
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
CHAIN SAW.
tion of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
TRIGGER SWITCH
The
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
control feature designed to prevent the
motor from being accidently started.
When the rear handle 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.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Use only a voltage supply as specified on
your unit.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Volts
120
*American Wire Gauge
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the loca-
Handguard
Chain Adjustment ScrewTrigger Lockout
Bar
Button
Power
Cord
Bar Oil Cap
Trigger Switch
Bar Clamp
BAR OIL CAP
TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on
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.
TRIGGER LOCK--OUT BUTTON is a
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. Y ou
should check your chain tension frequently. See
CHAIN TENSION under the SER-
VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO
YOUR CHAIN SAW
To prevent disconnection from unit, secure extension cord to power cord as
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
RECOMMENDATIONS
25 ft.
(7.67 m)
14
A.W.G.*
50 ft.
(15.24 m)
12
A.W.G.*
100 ft.
(30.48 m)
NOT
RECOMMENDED
shown in the following illustration.
Power Cord
Extension Cord
Chain
section.
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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 you do not understand the electricalsafety informationdo not attemptto
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 require lubrication. The
chain oiler provides lubrication to the
chainandguidebar.Besuretofillthebar
oil tank before each cutting 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 been repaired by an
authorized service dealer.
STARTING YOUR SAW
1. Connect the saw to a power 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 thin it may break when the 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. T ake your unit to the place of
purchase or to the nearest authorized service 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 guard is pushed
forward, either manually (by hand) or
automatically (by sudden movement).
S If the brake is already activated, it is dis-
engaged by pulling the front hand guard
back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
S When cutt ing 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 mot or
must be running when performing this
procedure. This is the only instance when
the saw should be placed on the ground
with the motor running.
Place the saw on fi r m 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 wrist against the
hand guard without releasing your grip
around the front handle. The chain should
stop immediately.
Inertia 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 your right hand
and the front handle with your left hand.
Hold the chain saw approximately 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 of the guide bar fall forward 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 MAINTE-
section.
NANCE
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 th e 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 caus ing serious injury. Do not cut
near buildings or e lectrical wires if you
do not know 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, s now, 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 all around 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 of a tree
might not be apparent due to uneven
or sloping terrain. Use a plumb or level
to determi ne 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 a nd fall toward the
operator.
S Make sure there is enough room for
the tree to fall. Maintain a distance of
2-1/2 treelengths fromthe nearest per-
son or other objects. Noise can drown
out a warning call.
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 larger)
The notch method is used to fell large
trees. A notch is cut on the side of the tree
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 beforemaking 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.
First cut
Notch
Second cut
Final cut here
Hinge
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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 t han 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.
Hinge holds tree on stump and
helps control fall.
Opening
of felling
cut
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
Closing of
notch
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 nev er
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.
S
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 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 can roll caus ing 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 area where logs, limbs,
and roots are tangled. Drag logs into a
clear area before cutting them by pulling
out exposed and cleared logs first.
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 overcutting use light downward
pressure.
Overcutting Undercutting
Undercutti ng involves cutting on the underside of the log with top of saw against
the log. When undercutting use light upward pressure. Hold saw firmly 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 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
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
S Overcut through
the log.
S Roll the log over and finish with a sec-
ond overcut.
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Second cut
1/3 of the diameter of
S Watch for logs with a compression side
t
to prevent the saw fro mpinching. 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 should extend
1/3 of the
diameter of the log.
S Finish with your second cut.
Using a log for support
2ndCut
Using a support stand
2ndCut
st
1
Cut
nd
2
nd
2
1stCut
1stCut
Cut
1stCu
Cut
LIMBING AND PRUNING
which can cause you to lose your balance or control of the saw.
IMPORTANT P OINT S
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 small size
limbs.
S Be alert for spring back from any
branches that are bent or under pressure. Avoid being struck by 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.
LIMBING
S Limb a tree only after it is cut down.
S Leave the larger limbs underneath the
felled tree t o support 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 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 cu t if
branches are higher than yo ur shoulder.
Get a professional to do the job.
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 s econd 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
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.
3rd cut 1 to 2 in.
WARNING: Never climb into a tree
to limb or prune. Do not stand on lad-
(3--5 cm) from
trunk of tree
ders, platforms, a log, or in any position
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First cut
1/3 of way
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 chain oil level
Service
Dates
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 damage to the unit
and possible injury to the operator or bystanders.
CHECK F OR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for
replacement of worn or damaged parts.
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of
oil to appear under the saw after motor
stops. Do not confuse this with a leaking
oil tank.
S Trigger Switch -- Ensure the trigger
switch functions properly by squeezing
and holding the tri gger swi tch. 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 few 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 sc rewdriver 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: To tighten the chain, turn the adjusting screw clockwi se ; t o loosen the
chain, turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise.
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Adjusting Screw
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after
each 5 hours of operation.
Remove Sawdust From
Guide Bar Groove
Oil Holes
5. Check the tension by lifting the chain
from the guide bar. Remove some of
the stiffness in the chain by pulling
down and letting go of the chain several 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.
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
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 is sharpened. A worn guide
bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult.
After each use, with uni t 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 pow-
er source.
S Loosen and remove bar clamp nuts.
Remove bar and chain from saw.
CHAIN SHARPENING in the
S Burring of guide bar rai l s 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 burring of the rails
occurs. If replacement is necessary, use
only the guide bar specified for your saw in
the repair parts 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 mi nutes while operat i ng the
saw.See
der the
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL un-
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 with a clean
dry cloth.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain sharpening requires special tools.
Y ou can purchase sharpening tools at an
authorized service dealer or go to a professional chain sharpener.
WARNING: Avoid accidental start-
ing. Always unplug saw from power
source before installing a bar and/or
chain.
CHAIN REPLACEMENT
WARNING: Wear protective
gloves when handling chain. T he chain
issharpandcancutyouevenwhenitis
not moving.
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It is normalfora new chain to stretchduring the first 15 minutes of operation. You
should recheck your chain tension frequently and adjust the chain tension as
required. See
CHECK CHAIN TENSION
section.
Replace the old chain when it becomes
worn or damaged. Use only the Low
Kickback replacement chain s pecified
in the list of available replacement parts.
The chain must comply with kickbackrequirementsof 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 s aw from the
power source.
2. Remove bar c lamp nuts.
3. Remove bar c lamp and old chain.
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 and install the bar clamp. Be
sure adjusting pin is in the adjusting
pin hole in the bar.
Inside view of
Bar Clamp
Adjusting pin hole
Bar Clamp
Nuts
Bar
Clamp
Adjusting Screw
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 p ackage. Hold chain withcutters
facing as shown.
Tip of
Bar
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIRECTION OF ROTATION
Cutters
Depth Gauge
Drive Links
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 installed backwards, the saw wil l vibrate excessively
and will not cut wood.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
CHECK CHAIN TENSION in the MAIN-
See
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 PA 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 chain saw and extensioncord in a
well ventilated area
S Store chain saw with all guards 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
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.
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 w orn.
4. Cutters dull, improperly
sharpened, or depth
gauges too high.
5. Sprocket worn.
1. Chain c utter 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 on e side.
3. Guide bar bent or worn.
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.
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 clean.
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 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
limited warranty period, you may return it
in complete condition, prepaid, with
proof of purchase to the dealer from
whom it was purchased for repair or replacement at the optionof PoulanPRO.
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 cov er 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.
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
1--800--554--6723
In Canada, contact:
Poulan PRO
850 Matheson Blvd. West
Mississauga, Ontari o L5V 0B4
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 MAY HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STA TE T O
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--Mos s Act of 1975.
The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously improve its products. Therefore,
Poulan PRO reserves the right to
change, modify, or disconti nue models,
designs, specifications, and accessories
of all products at any timewithout notice or
obligation to any purchaser.
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