Poulan 530087390 Chainsaw User Manual
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1. Refer to the illustration below for your first and second cut e Your first cut should extend 1 3 of the diameter of the log e Finish with your second cut Using a log for support and Cut 15t Cut 12 LIMBING AND PRUNING A WARNING Be alert for and guard against kickback Do not allow the mov ing 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 climbinto atree to limb or prune Do not stand on lad ders platforms a log or in any position which can cause you to lose your bal ance or control of the saw IMPORTANT POINTS e Watch out for spring poles Spring poles are small size limbs which can whip to ward you or pull you off balance Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs e Be alert for spring back from any branches that are bent or under pres sure Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released e Frequently clear branches out of the way to avoid tripping over them LIMBING e Limb a tree only after it is cut down e Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as you work e Start at the base of the felled tree and work toward the top cutting branches and limbs Remove small limbs with one cut e Keep tree between you and the chain e Remove larger branches with the cut ting techn2. sion cord will require the use of a polar ized 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 recep tacle or extension cord plug in any way 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 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 insula tion must be intact with no cracks or de terioration Plug connectors must be undamaged An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage re sulting in loss of power and overheating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The lower the gauge number the heavi er the cord see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD in the OPERATION section Do not use multiple cords Do not abuse cord Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit Secure extension cord to power cord to prevent disconnection from unit Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit on and off properly or i
3. Disconnect the chain saw from the pow er source e Loosen and remove bar clamp nuts Remove bar and chain from saw e Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each 5 hours of operation Remove Sawdust From Guide Bar Groove e Add lubricant to sprocket hole after each use e Burring of guide bar rails is a normal process of rail wear Remove these burrs with a flat file e When rail top is uneven use a flat file to restore square edges and sides lt File Rail Edges and Sides Square Worn Groove Correct 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 INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND Bar Oil LABELS y Fill Cap e After each use inspect complete unit for Bar loose or damaged parts Clean the unit Sprocket NE and labels using a damp cloth with a mild detergent e Wipe off the unit and labels with a clean dry cloth dre V D Y e 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 e Lubricate bar sprocket hole after each use SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CHAIN SHARPENING Chain sharpening requires special tools You can purchase sharpening tools at an authorized servic
4. Oil outlet clogged 2 Contact authorized service dealer and chain 3 Guide bar oil hole 3 Remove bar and clean lubrication blocked Chain cuts 1 Cutters damaged on 1 See Chain Sharpening in at an angle one side Service and Adjustments section 2 Chain dull on one side 2 See Chain Sharpening in Service and Adjustments section 3 Guide bar bent or worn 3 Replace guide bar If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgement If you need assistance contact an authorized service dealer or call 1 800 554 6723 17 WARRANTY STATEMENT ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS INC warrants to the original purchaser that each new Poulan PRO brand elec tric 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 elec tric 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 return it com plete prepaid with proof of purchase to the dealer from whom it was purchased for repair or replacement at the option of ne ROLE HOME PRODUCTS INC This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by improper handling improper mainte nance or the use of accessories and or at tachments not specifically recommended by ELECTROLUX HOME PR
5. grounding be added to this unit Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool The 952051470 double insulation system only provides added protection against 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 identical to the parts they replace A double insulated appliance is marked with the words double insulation or double insulated The symbol 5 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 insula tion construction to become ineffective and result in serious injury STANDARDS This product is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc in accor dance 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 Re quirements CSA 262 3 Chain Saw Kickback Occu pational Health and Safety CSA Z62 1 Chain Saws Occupational Health and Safety SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY WARNING Avoid accidental start ing Always unplug saw from power source before installing a bar and or chain The assembly tool provided with your saw is the only tool ne
6. the cut until the saw can be re moved easily Restart the saw and care fully 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 TU Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or wooden wedge to force cut open Overcuiting 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 Undercutting involves cutting on the un derside of the log with top of saw against the log When undercutting use light up ward pressure Hold saw firmly and main tain control The saw will tend to push back toward you A WARNING Never turn saw upside down to undercut The saw cannot be controlled in this position Always make your first cut on the com pressions side of the log The compres sion side of the log is where the pressure of the log s weight is concentrated First cut on compression side of log re a Second cut First cut on compression side of log BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT e Overcut through 1 3 of the diameter of the log e Roll the log over and finish with a sec ond overcut e Watch for logs with a compression side to prevent the saw from pinching See il lustration above for cutting logs with a compression side BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND e Remember your first cut is always on the compression side of the log
7. the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit Improper mainte nance may cause damage to the unit and possible injury to the operator or by standers 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 amount of oil to appear under the saw after motor 13 stops Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank e Trigger Switch Ensure the trigger switch functions properly by squeezing and holding the trigger switch Make sure motor starts and stops e Oil Tank Discontinue use of chain saw if oil tank shows signs of damage or leaks e Extension Cord Discontinue use if chain saw extension cord shows signs of damage or wear CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS e Bar Clamp Nuts e Chain e 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 first few times you use your saw Always check chain tension each time you use your saw e Unplug unit from the power source e Use a screwdriver to move chain around guide bar to ensure kinks do not exist The chain should rotate freely e Loosen bar clamp nuts until they
8. JOEPIE Poulan PRO 9 Please do not return unit to retailer Por favor no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra Veuillez ne pas retourner l outil au d taillant 1 800 554 6723 www poulan com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d Instructions PP300E l m D gt Z Oo rm 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 avertisse ments et toutes les instructions de s curit Tout d faut de le faire pourrait entrainer des blessures graves Electrolux Home Products Inc Electrolux Canada Corporation 250 Bobby Jones Expressway 6150 McLaughlin Road Augusta GA 30907 Mississauga Ontario L5R 4C2 2 From the Electrolux Group The world s No 1 choice KITCHEN CLEANING AND OUTDOOR APPLIANCES COMBINED SIVONVHS Copyright 2003 Electrolux Home Products Inc 530087390 2 11 03 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 ad Just
9. NG INSTRUCTIONS Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD Extension cords are available for this unit MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS T 25 ft 50 ft 100 ft olts 7 67 M 15 a M 30 e M 16 120 awa ice re American Wire Gauge ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR CHAIN SAW To prevent disconnection from unit se cure extension cord to power cord as shown in the following illustration Power Cord N D e GZS Extension Cord 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 elec trical safety information do not attempt 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 require lubrication The chain oiler provides lubrication to the chain and guide bar Be sure to fill the bar oil tank before each cutting session Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain Too 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 ob tain Poulan or Poulan
10. ODUCTS INC for this electric product Additionally this warranty does not cover parts that will wear and require replacement with rea sonable use during the warranty period 18 This warranty does not cover pre delivery setup or normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LE GAL 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 EX PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMI TATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS INC is to continuously im prove its products Therefore ELECTRO LUX HOME PRODUCTS INC reserves the right to change modify or discontinue models designs specifications and ac cessories of all products at any time with out notice or obligation to any purchaser
11. 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 re duce the chance and magnitude of kick back and are recommended Your saw has a low kickback chain and bar as origi nal equipment Repairs on a chain brake should be made by an authorized service dealer Take your unit to the place of pur chase or to your nearest authorized ser vice dealer WARNING Computed Kickback Angle CKA listed on your saw and listed in the following CKA Table represents the angle of kickback your bar and chain combinations will have when tested in ac cordance with CSA and ANSI standards Computed angles 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 lower CKA values represent a safer operating environment for the user e Tip contact in some cases may cause a Computed kickback angle CKA Table BAR P N Length CHAIN P N MODEL lightning fast REACTION kicking the guide bar up and back toward the oper ator e Pinching the saw chain along the tip of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator e Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could re sult in serious injury Do not rely exclu sively upon safety devices built in
12. Pro brand Use a funnel to fill the tank Replace oil cap se curely Check oil level after every 15 min utes of operation CHAIN TENSION It is normal for a new chain to stretch dur ing first 30 minutes of operation You should check your chain tension frequent ly See CHAIN TENSION under the SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section CHAIN BRAKE Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pull ing 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 e Release the trigger switch e 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 e Connect the saw to a power source using the proper size extension cord see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD in the OPERATION section e Grip both handles firmly e Push and hold the trigger lock out button with your right hand thumb e 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 1 32 thick Repairs on achain brake should be made by your authorized service dealer Take your unit to the place of purchase or to the nearest authorized service dealer e This saw is
13. are fin ger tight against the bar clamp e Turn the adjusting screw clockwise until the chain solidly contacts bottom of guide bar rail Then turn adjusting screw an additional 1 4 turn Adjusting Screw 1 4 Turn De NOTE To tighten the chain turn the ad justing screw clockwise to loosen the chain turn the adjusting screw counter clockwise e 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 e Continue turning the adjusting screw until the tension is correct e Tighten bar clamp nuts with a wrench e 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 in jury 14 CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS A sharp chain makes wood chips A dull chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly See CHAIN SHARPENING in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section CHECK GUIDE BAR Conditions which require guide bar main tenance e Saw cuts to one side or at an angle e Saw has to be forced through the cut e 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 cut ting difficult After each use with unit disconnected from power source clean all sawdust from the guide bar and sprocket hole To maintain guide bar e
14. e object which stops the chain for an instant The result is a lightning fast re verse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the operator e 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 stop ping 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 opera tor e 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 opera tor and could easily cause the operator to lose control of the saw REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK The following precautions should be fol lowed to minimize kickback e Recognize that kickback can happen With a basic understanding of kickback you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents e Never let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the guide bar e 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 e When cutting a branch do not let the guide bar contact another branch or oth er obj
15. e dealer or go to a pro fessional chain sharpener A WARNING Avoid accidental start ing Always unplug saw from power source before installing a bar and or Bar Adjusting Screw chain Clamp CHAIN REPLACEMENT e Remove bar clamp nuts bar clamp and old chain A WARNING dino era ue e Turn the adjusting screw counterclock Li wise to move the adjusting pin almost as enue can cut you even when itis far as it will go to the rear Do not remove the adjusting screw from the unit It is normal for a new chain to stretch dur RS ing the first 30 minutes of operation You Hold chain with cutters facing as shown should recheck your chain tension fre quently 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 specified in the list of available replacement parts The chain must comply with kickback re Bar Nuts CUTTERS MUST FACE IN quirements of ANSI B175 1 when tested DIRECTION OF ROTATION with this saw See your authorized ser Cutters Depth Gauge vice dealer to replace and sharpen indi pes vidual cutters on your chain TO REPLACE CHAIN e Disconnect the chain saw from the pow er source Drive Links 15 e Place chain around the sprocket and fit the drive links into the guide bar groove and then around guide bar nose frame and install the bar clamp Be sure adj
16. e tip of the bar and tighten the bar clamp nuts with the assembly tool e Recheck chain tension Tension is cor rect when chain does not sag below the Ba but still can be moved around the ar 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 Lockout Button ae Power Cord 7 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 rear handle is gripped in a nor mal cutting position the lock out button Trigger Switch Handguard Bar Bar Clamp Chain can be pushed in by the thumb permit ting the index finger to squeeze the trig ger It is not necessary to maintain pres sure 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 OPERATI
17. ects around it e Keep saw chain sharp and properly tensioned A loose or dull chain can in crease the chance of kickback Follow manufacturer s chain sharpening and maintenance instructions Check ten sion at regular intervals but never with engine running Make sure bar clamp nuts are securely tightened Begin and continue cutting at full speed If the chain is moving at a slower speed there is greater chance of kickback oc curring Use extreme caution when re entering a cut e Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of the bar plunge cuts Watch for shifting logs or other objects that could close a cut and pinch or fall onto chain e Use the specified Reduced Kickback Guide Bar and Low Kickback Chain Avoid Pinch Kickback e Be extremely aware of situations or ob structions that can cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise stop the chain e Do not cut more than one log at a time e Do not twist the saw as the bar is with drawn from an undercut when bucking Avoid Pull In e Always begin cutting with the saw at full speed and the saw housing against wood e Use wedges made of plastic or wood Never use metal to hold the cut open MAINTAIN CONTROL The following precautions should be fol lowed to minimize kickback Stand to the left of the saw Thumb on underside of handlebar Never reverse hand positions e A good firm grip on the saw with both hands will help you maintain cont
18. eded for assembly Pro tective gloves not provided should be worn during assembly ATTACHING THE BAR AND CHAIN if not already attached WARNING If received as sembled repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properly assembled and all fas teners are secure Always wear gloves when handling the chain The chain is Sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving e Loosen and remove the bar clamp nuts and the bar clamp from the saw e Remove the plastic shipping spacer if present e An adjusting pin and screw is used to adjust the tension of the chain It is very important when assembling the bar that the pin located on the adjusting screw aligns into a hole in the bar e Turn the adjusting screw counterclock wise to move the adjusting pin almost as far as it will go to the rear Do not remove the adjusting screw from the unit This should allow the pin to be near the cor rect position Further adjustment may be necessary as you mount the bar e Mount the bar as illustrated e Slide the bar toward the rear of the saw as far as possible e Hold chain with cutters facing as shown CUTTERS MUST FACE IN DIRECTION OF ROTATION Cutters Depth Gauge a GED GEO GROG Ro RRS Drive Links e Place chain around the sprocket and fit the drive links into the guide bar groove and then around guide bar nose e Hold the guide bar against the saw frame and install the bar clamp Be sure adjusting
19. equipped with a chain brake The brake is designed to stop the chain if kickback occurs e 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 e 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 e When cutting with the saw the chain brake must be disengaged Disengaged Braking function control CAUTION The chain brake must be checked several times daily The motor 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 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 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 un plugged from the power source Grip the rear handle 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 sur face Release your grip on the front han dle and use the
20. f the lockout does not work Repairs to the switch must be made by an authorized service dealer 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 To avoid the possibility of electric shock avoid body contact with any grounded conductor such as metal fences or pipes 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 periodi cally and if damaged have repaired by an authorized service dealer GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK Follow all safety rules to help avoid kick back and other forces which can result in serious injury r Kickback Path CAO NO Clear The Working Area WARNING Avoid kickback which can result in serious injury Kickback is the backward upward or sudden for ward 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 e Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper tip of the guide bar This con tact can cause the chain to dig into th
21. gnment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its op eration A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer unless otherwise indicated else where in the instruction manual When not in use chain saws should be stored in a dry high or locked up place out of the reach of children When storing saw unplug and use abar sheath or carrying case ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNING Avoid a dangerous environment To reduce the risk of elec trical 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 possibil ity of electrical shock Do not handle ex tension cord or plug with wet hands e Use a voltage supply as shown on the nameplate of the unit e Avoid dangerous situations Do not use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explo sion and or causing damage to unit e To reduce the risk of electrical shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other and will re quire the use of a polarized extension cord The appliance plug will fit into a po larized extension cord only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the exten sion cord reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit obtain a correct polar ized extension cord A polarized exten
22. h 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 cut is made on the opposite side of tree 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 e 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 illustra tion Once the notch is cut remove the wedge of wood from tree Final cut here ci ae PRES 2 D no Second cut F Lie AW CARN SE 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 will leave enough uncut wood between the felling cut and the notch to form a hinge This hinge will help prevent the tree from fal ling in the wrong direction Hinge holds tree on stump and Opening of felling cut nn al 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 never steel or i
23. iques described BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT e 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 are higher than your shoulder Get a professional to do the job e Make your first cut 1 3 of the way through the bottom of the limb This cut will make the limb sag so that it falls easily on the second cut e Next make a second cut all the way through the limb e 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 LA cut 1 3 of way N ard cut 1 to 2 in 3 5 cm from trunk of tree MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AWARNING Disconnect power source before performing maintenance Fill in dates as you complete Before After Every Service regular service Use Use 15 min Dates Check for damaged worn parts Da Check for loose fasteners parts Da Check chain tension al Check chain sharpness in Check guide bar al Check bar and chain oil level a a Lubricate bar sprocket hole 7 Inspect and clean unit amp labels a Clean guide bar groove 7 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to oper ator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty
24. it thoroughly before lengthy stor age e Store in a clean dry area e Lightly oil external metal surfaces and guide bar e Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or cloth TROUBLESHOOTING CHART A 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 1 Chain tension incorrect 1 See Check Chain Tension in not move Maintenance section when trigger 2 Guide bar rails pinched 2 Repair or replace switch is 3 Trigger switch failure 3 Contact authorized service dealer engaged 4 Circuit breaker tripped 4 Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse failure fuse Chain clat 1 Chain tension incorrect 1 See Check Chain Tension in ters or cuts Maintenance Section roughly 2 Cutters damaged 2 Contact authorized service dealer 3 Chain worn 3 Resharpen or replace chain 4 Cutters dull improperly 4 See Chain Sharpening in sharpened or depth Service and Adjustments section gauges too high 5 Sprocket worn 5 Contact authorized service dealer Chain stops 1 Chain cutter tops not 1 See Chain Sharpening in during cut filed flat Service and Adjustments section 2 Guide bar burred or 2 Repair or replace guide bar bent rails uneven Oil inade 1 Oil tank empty 1 Fill oil tank quate for bar 2
25. ments and when changing accesso ries 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 acci dents Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious injury PLAN AHEAD e 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 Dress properly Wear protective gear Always use steel toed safety footwear with non slip soles snug fitting clothing heavy duty non slip gloves eye protec tion such as non fogging vented goggles or face screen an approved safety hard hat and sound barriers ear plugs or mufflers to protect your hear ing Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage hearing Secure hair above shoulder length Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry they can get caught in moving parts Hearing Safety Hat Protections w Eye s Protection nug Fitting gt Heavy Duty Clothing VS Gloves Safety 4 Safety Chaps Shoes wE RD e Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when saw is running e Keep children away Do not let visitors contact chain saw or extension cord All visitors should be kept at least 30 feet 10 meters away from work area e Do not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued ill upset or if you have taken alcohol dr
26. operly adjusted or not com pletely and securely assembled Al ways replace bar chain hand guard or other parts immediately if they become damaged broken or are otherwise re moved Inspect chain saw cords periodically and if damaged have repaired by an authorized service dealer MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER e Have all chain saw service performed by an authorized service dealer except the items listed in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual e Make certain saw chain stops moving when trigger switch is released e Keep the handles dry and clean and free from oil and grease e Keep oil cap and fasteners securely tightened e Nonconforming replacement compo nents or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and pos sible injury to the operator or bystand ers Use only Poulan PRO accesso ries and replacement parts as recommended Never modify your saw Maintain chain saw with care Keep unit sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Unplug the chain saw from the power source when not in use before servic ing and when changing accessories and attachments such as saw chain and guard 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 in tended function Check for ali
27. pin is in the adjusting pin hole in the bar Inside view of Bar Clamp Adjusting pin hole WI AN EINN OX Adjusting 7 a NS J screw Adjusting pin e Secure the guide bar and bar clamp plate with the bar nuts tighten finger tight only Once the chain is tensioned you will need to tighten bar clamp nuts CHAIN TENSION including units with chain already installed NOTE When adjusting chain tension make sure the bar nuts are finger tight only Attempting to tension the chain when the bar nuts are tight will cause damage Checking the tension Use the screwdriver end of the combina tion screwdriver wrench tool to move the chain around the bar If the chain does not rotate it is too tight If too loose the chain will sag below the bar Adjusting the tension 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 You can adjust chain tension by loosen ing the bar clamp nuts and turning ad justing screw 1 4 of a turn while lifting up on the bar Adjusting Screw 1 4 Turn De e Release the chain brake Pull firmly until the handguard is pulled fully back to wards the front handle then release the lever e If chain is too tight turn adjusting screw 1 4 turn counterclockwise e If chain is too loose turn adjusting screw 1 4 turn clockwise e Lift up th
28. rol 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 handle bar and your left thumb under the front handlebar Keep your left arm straight with the elbow locked 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 Stand with your weight evenly balanced on both feet e Do not overreach You could be drawn or thrown off balance and lose control Do not cut above shoulder 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 help reduce hazard of kickback however such fea tures will not totally eliminate this dan ger Do not rely only on safety devices Follow all safety rules to help avoid kick back and other forces which can result in serious injury e Hand Guard designed to reduce the chance of your left hand contacting the chain if your hand slips off the front han dlebar e Position of front and rear handlebars designed with distance between han dles and in line with each other The spread and in line position of the hands provided by this design work to gether to give balance and resis
29. ron wedges e Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall cracking sounds widening of the felling cut or movement in the upper branches 11 e As tree starts to fall stop saw put it down and get away quickly on your planned retreat path e DONOT 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 fall en 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 e Cut only one log at a time e Cut shattered wood very carefully sharp pieces of wood could be flung to ward operator 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 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 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 result ing in injury and or damage to the saw Stop the saw drive a wedge of plastic or wood into
30. tance in controlling the pivot of the saw back to ward the operator if kickback occurs Reduced Kickback Guide Bar de signed with a small radius tip which re duces the size of the kickback danger zone This type bar has been demon strated to significantly reduce the num ber and seriousness of kickbacks when tested in accordance with ANSI B175 1 Xe Small Radius Tip Guide Bar Large Radius Tip Guide Bar e Low Kickback Chain has met kickback performance requirements when tested on the representative sample of these chain saws specified in ANSI B175 1 Low Kickback Chain Contoured Depth Gauge Elongated Guard Link Deflects Kickback Force And Allows Wood To Gradually Ride Into Cutter CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE e Chain Brake designed to stop the chain in the event of kickback A WARNING WE DO NOT REP RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT ASSUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A KICKBACK Kick back is a lightning fast action which throws the bar and rotating chain back and up to ward 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 con trol of the saw which could result in serious injury or even death DO NOT RELY UPON ANY
31. ting 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 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 noti fied immediately e Carefully plan your sawing operation in advance Clear the work area You need a clear area all around the tree so you can have secure footing 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 Study the natural conditions that can cause the tree to fall in a particular direction such as e The wind direction and speed e The lean of the tree The lean of a tree might not be apparent due to un even or sloping terrain Use a plumb or level to determine the direction of tree lean e Weight and branches on one side e Surrounding trees and obstacles Look for decay and rot If the trunk is rotted it can snap and fall toward the operator Make sure there is enough room for the tree to fall Maintain a distance of 2 1 2 tree lengths from the nearest person or other objects Noise can drown out a warning call Remove dirt stones loose bark nails staples and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made Ye a O Direction of Fall ee D Plan a clear retreat pat
32. to your saw The following guide bar and chain com binations meet kickback requirements of CSA 262 1 amp 262 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 brake PP300E 952044759 SAFETY NOTICE Exposure to vibra tions 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 sys tem 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 pro tect against electric shock Double in sulation construction consists of two separate layers of electrical insulation instead of grounding Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded No grounding means is provided on this unit nor should a means of
33. ugs or medica tion You must be in good physical con dition and mentally alert If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work check with doctor be fore operating Watch what you are doing Use com mon sense e Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area secure footing and especial ly if you are felling a tree a retreat path Keep work area clean OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY e Do not operate with one hand Serious injury to the operator helpers or by standers may result from one handed operation A chain saw is intended for two handed use e Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree e 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 e Do not force chain saw It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended 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 cutis completed e Stop the saw before setting it down 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 Use the right tool cut wood only Don t use chain saw for purpose not intended for example don t use chain saw for cut ting plastic masonry non wood building materials e Do not operate a chain saw that is dam aged impr
34. usting pin is in the adjusting pin hole in the bar Inside view of Bar Clamp Adjusting screw Adjusting pin e Secure the guide bar and bar clamp plate with the bar nuts tighten finger tight only CAUTION If saw chain is installed back wards the saw will vibrate 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 PART NO 53001591 530053072 Hex Nuts Oil Cap Bar Adjusting Screw Bar Adjusting Pin File 5 32 dia Twin Pak Xtra GUARD Chain 14 Xtra GUARD Chain 16 Lo Kick Guide Bar 14 Lo Kick Guide Bar 16 Bar amp Chain Lubricant 1 qt Bar amp Chain Lubricant 1 gal 952030204 STORAGE WARNING Perform the following steps after each use e Allow motor to cool before storing or transporting e Store chain saw and extension cord in a well ventilated area e Store chain saw with all guards in place and position chain saw so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury e Store chain saw unplugged well out of the reach of children 16 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 e Clean
35. 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 OPERATING TIPS e Check chain tension before first use and after 1 minute of operation See CHECK CHAIN TENSION in the SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section e Cut wood only Do not cut metal plas tics masonry non wood building mate rials etc e Stop the saw if the chain strikes a for eign object Inspect the saw and repair parts as necessary e 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 e 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 e Squeeze trigger switch and allow unit to reach full speed before cutting e Begin cutting with the saw frame against the log e Keep the motor at full speed the en tire time you are cutting e Release the trigger switch as soon as the cut is completed allowing the motor to stop e Keep the cord away from the cutting 10 area Position cord so it will not be caught on branches and the like dur ing cutting e To avoid losing control when cut is complete do not put pressure on saw at end of cut e Stop motor before setting saw down TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES WARNING Check for broken or dead branches which can fall while cut
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