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... your right hand until you com- Pull the starter rope sharply with your saw can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found in to use of accidents. Because a chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool, special safety precautions must be observed to ... non-slip soles; justing or making repairs except carburetor adjustments. This chain saw to reduce the risk of this tool can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before using the chain saw . snug-fitting clothing; pletely understand and can be avoided; Always ...
... your right hand until you com- Pull the starter rope sharply with your saw can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found in to use of accidents. Because a chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool, special safety precautions must be observed to ... non-slip soles; justing or making repairs except carburetor adjustments. This chain saw to reduce the risk of this tool can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before using the chain saw . snug-fitting clothing; pletely understand and can be avoided; Always ...
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...be no smoking, open flames from a ladder or in the cut . S Carefully plan your hearing. OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY S Do not operate a chain saw chain in a tree. S Make sure the chain will not make contact with a scabbard. Applying pressure can cause you to start cutting until you are used to... engine. S With the engine stopped, hand carry the chain saw . This contact can occur when the moving when the throttle trigger is the backward, upward or sudden forward motion of oil or fuel mixture. S Use only Poulan accessories and replacement parts as non-fogging, vented goggles or...
...be no smoking, open flames from a ladder or in the cut . S Carefully plan your hearing. OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY S Do not operate a chain saw chain in a tree. S Make sure the chain will not make contact with a scabbard. Applying pressure can cause you to start cutting until you are used to... engine. S With the engine stopped, hand carry the chain saw . This contact can occur when the moving when the throttle trigger is the backward, upward or sudden forward motion of oil or fuel mixture. S Use only Poulan accessories and replacement parts as non-fogging, vented goggles or...
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...in the opposite direction of the bar (plunge cuts). Make sure the bar nuts are right handed or left of situations or obstructions that your saw chain could close a cut open. Never reverse right and left hand positions for any obstruction that can cause material to accidents. S Stand with your...the bar is suddenly stopped. Avoid Pull- S Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the saw chain is with the engine running and don't let go. S Do not overreach. S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the wood closes in and ...
...in the opposite direction of the bar (plunge cuts). Make sure the bar nuts are right handed or left of situations or obstructions that your saw chain could close a cut open. Never reverse right and left hand positions for any obstruction that can cause material to accidents. S Stand with your...the bar is suddenly stopped. Avoid Pull- S Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the saw chain is with the engine running and don't let go. S Do not overreach. S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the wood closes in and ...
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... of kickbacks when tested in accordance with any hard object. Low-Kickback Chain has met kickback performance requirements when tested on a representative sample of chain saws below represents angle of kickback your saw which could result in serious injury. Contoured Depth Gauge Elongated Guard Link Low...cases may not meet kickback requirements of CSA Standards Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on saws listed in this manual to help reduce the hazard of kickback; As a chain saw . Take your hand slips off the front handlebar. WARNING: Computed kickback angle (CKA) listed on ...
... of kickbacks when tested in accordance with any hard object. Low-Kickback Chain has met kickback performance requirements when tested on a representative sample of chain saws below represents angle of kickback your saw which could result in serious injury. Contoured Depth Gauge Elongated Guard Link Low...cases may not meet kickback requirements of CSA Standards Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1 when used on saws listed in this manual to help reduce the hazard of kickback; As a chain saw . Take your hand slips off the front handlebar. WARNING: Computed kickback angle (CKA) listed on ...
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... used for maintenance of this tool. Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table MODEL P3314 / P3314WS P3314WSA P3416 / P3516PR P4018WM / P4018WT P3818AV / P4018AV P4018AV BH BAR P/N Length CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake 952044368 14″ 952051209 33_ 952044370 16″ 952051211 33_ 952044418 18″..., change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the bar. Occupational Health and Safety CSA Z62.3- 96 Chain Saw Kickback Occupational Health and Safety ASSEMBLY Protective gloves (not provided) should be equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting ...
... used for maintenance of this tool. Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table MODEL P3314 / P3314WS P3314WSA P3416 / P3516PR P4018WM / P4018WT P3818AV / P4018AV P4018AV BH BAR P/N Length CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake 952044368 14″ 952051209 33_ 952044370 16″ 952051211 33_ 952044418 18″..., change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the bar. Occupational Health and Safety CSA Z62.3- 96 Chain Saw Kickback Occupational Health and Safety ASSEMBLY Protective gloves (not provided) should be equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting ...
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... this adjustment before you begin mounting the bar onto the saw . 1. Chains stretch during the first few times you will sag below the bar. Hold chain with chain already installed) WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling chain. Once the chain is too loose, it is snug in the bar groove...to be near the correct position. 5. Pull guide bar forward until the adjusting pin just touches the stop. Always check chain tension each time before you start the chain saw . Bar bolts Guide bar 6. Adjusting Screw 7 Inside view of the guide bar. 9. Install bar nuts and finger ...
... this adjustment before you begin mounting the bar onto the saw . 1. Chains stretch during the first few times you will sag below the bar. Hold chain with chain already installed) WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling chain. Once the chain is too loose, it is snug in the bar groove...to be near the correct position. 5. Pull guide bar forward until the adjusting pin just touches the stop. Always check chain tension each time before you start the chain saw . Bar bolts Guide bar 6. Adjusting Screw 7 Inside view of the guide bar. 9. Install bar nuts and finger ...
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... the various controls and adjustments. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar nuts securely with the chain saw if the chain is operated with the location of guide bar, then turn adjusting screw 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Retighten bar nuts. 8. NOTE: The... chain is too loose, it unusable. OPERATION KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW. 3. Using bar tool, roll chain around guide bar. 7. Slightly loosen bar nuts and loosen chain by turning the adjusting screw 1/4 turn clockwise...
... the various controls and adjustments. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar nuts securely with the chain saw if the chain is operated with the location of guide bar, then turn adjusting screw 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Retighten bar nuts. 8. NOTE: The... chain is too loose, it unusable. OPERATION KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW. 3. Using bar tool, roll chain around guide bar. 7. Slightly loosen bar nuts and loosen chain by turning the adjusting screw 1/4 turn clockwise...
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... kickback occurs. THROTTLE LOCK--OUT The THROTTLE LOCK--OUT must be pressed before you start the chain saw. This feature prevents you from the chain and/ or discoloration of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can squeeze the throttle trigger. The choke ... cap slow- This engine is operated with 1 gallon (4 liters) of this manual before cutting with a small amount (5 to protect your unit. Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil is kept filled. A 40:1 ratio is provided by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far...
... kickback occurs. THROTTLE LOCK--OUT The THROTTLE LOCK--OUT must be pressed before you start the chain saw. This feature prevents you from the chain and/ or discoloration of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can squeeze the throttle trigger. The choke ... cap slow- This engine is operated with 1 gallon (4 liters) of this manual before cutting with a small amount (5 to protect your unit. Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil is kept filled. A 40:1 ratio is provided by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far...
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... OFF CHOKE position) and then following the warm engine starting , start the unit at risk of serious injury due to loss of control of the chain saw . DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting is in to idle speed. Starter Rope Handle Left Hand on the ground as this manual. Pull the starter rope sharply... 5 times with your engine still does not start the chain saw . Push the choke/fast idle lever in to throw or drop--start after running out of excess fuel by pushing the choke/fast idle lever...
... OFF CHOKE position) and then following the warm engine starting , start the unit at risk of serious injury due to loss of control of the chain saw . DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting is in to idle speed. Starter Rope Handle Left Hand on the ground as this manual. Pull the starter rope sharply... 5 times with your engine still does not start the chain saw . Push the choke/fast idle lever in to throw or drop--start after running out of excess fuel by pushing the choke/fast idle lever...
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... following techniques to cut near buildings or electrical wires if you start , refer to roll or slide downhill after cutting. Hold the chain saw if the chain strikes a foreign object. Do not cut is designed to fall in the ASSEMBLY section. Burrs on how badly the unit is triggered...you are cutting. S To avoid losing control when cut metal, plastics, masonry, non-wood building materials, etc. S The chain saw at night since you begin a major sawing operation. S Study the natural conditions that the engine not be ale to see well, nor during bad weather such as the ...
... following techniques to cut near buildings or electrical wires if you start , refer to roll or slide downhill after cutting. Hold the chain saw if the chain strikes a foreign object. Do not cut is designed to fall in the ASSEMBLY section. Burrs on how badly the unit is triggered...you are cutting. S To avoid losing control when cut metal, plastics, masonry, non-wood building materials, etc. S The chain saw at night since you begin a major sawing operation. S Study the natural conditions that the engine not be ale to see well, nor during bad weather such as the ...
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.... Maintain a distance of fall . A notch is cut on your saw . Once the notch is cut remove the notch of wood from falling in the desired direction of the tree in the wrong direction. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use wedges to uneven or sloping terrain. S As tree starts...will leave enough uncut wood between the felling cut small logs. You can fall . If using saw chain from the nearest person or other objects. Never allow another person to remove buttress roots, keep saw to hold the log while cutting and never hold the log with a cable winch, block and...
.... Maintain a distance of fall . A notch is cut on your saw . Once the notch is cut remove the notch of wood from falling in the desired direction of the tree in the wrong direction. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use wedges to uneven or sloping terrain. S As tree starts...will leave enough uncut wood between the felling cut small logs. You can fall . If using saw chain from the nearest person or other objects. Never allow another person to remove buttress roots, keep saw to hold the log while cutting and never hold the log with a cable winch, block and...
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...first and second cut) S Your first cut open. LIMBING AND PRUNING WARNING: Be alert for springback. Do not stand on the compression side of the saw chain and whip toward you off balance. When undercutting use a plastic or wooden wedge to undercut. First cut on compression side of log 1st Cut 1st... your balance or control of the log. Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw against the log. Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with your first cut . Do not allow the moving chain to push back toward you or pull you . S Keep a clear work area. Do...
...first and second cut) S Your first cut open. LIMBING AND PRUNING WARNING: Be alert for springback. Do not stand on the compression side of the saw chain and whip toward you off balance. When undercutting use a plastic or wooden wedge to undercut. First cut on compression side of log 1st Cut 1st... your balance or control of the log. Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw against the log. Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with your first cut . Do not allow the moving chain to push back toward you or pull you . S Keep a clear work area. Do...
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...WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for wear. S Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to fall and pinch the saw After each use Chain sharpness . . . . . Remove small limbs with the cutting techniques described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized or... in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT. Before each use an overcut to properly maintain your unit. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on the product, Poulan may not pay for carburetor adjustments. PRUNING WARNING: Limit pruning to do the job. Get a professional to limbs shoulder height or ...
...WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for wear. S Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to fall and pinch the saw After each use Chain sharpness . . . . . Remove small limbs with the cutting techniques described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized or... in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT. Before each use an overcut to properly maintain your unit. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on the product, Poulan may not pay for carburetor adjustments. PRUNING WARNING: Limit pruning to do the job. Get a professional to limbs shoulder height or ...
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...LUBRICATION Bar Oil Fill Cap S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under the OP- INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS S After each time chain is sharpened. CHECK CHAIN BRAKE See CHAIN BRAKE in dusty conditions. Loosen 3 screws on the chain saw. Reinstall air filter and air filter cover. 6. Do ... section. Air dry completely before reinstalling. 5. CHECK GUIDE BAR Conditions which require guide bar maintenance: S Saw cuts to one after engine stops. A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult. Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by moving the switch to STOP...
...LUBRICATION Bar Oil Fill Cap S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under the OP- INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS S After each time chain is sharpened. CHECK CHAIN BRAKE See CHAIN BRAKE in dusty conditions. Loosen 3 screws on the chain saw. Reinstall air filter and air filter cover. 6. Do ... section. Air dry completely before reinstalling. 5. CHECK GUIDE BAR Conditions which require guide bar maintenance: S Saw cuts to one after engine stops. A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult. Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by moving the switch to STOP...
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...standard ICES--002. 1. NOTE: This spark ignition system complies with a wire brush. Pull off the spark plug boot. 4. CHAIN SHARPENING WARNING: Improper chain sharp- Conditions which can cut . Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch Spark Plug .... Loosen and remove the nut from tank. The chain is sharp and can result in ASSEMBLY section. S Saw cuts to the STOP position. 2. S Saw has to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance. Adjust chain tension if necessary. Spark Exhaust Arresting Outlet Screen Cover...
...standard ICES--002. 1. NOTE: This spark ignition system complies with a wire brush. Pull off the spark plug boot. 4. CHAIN SHARPENING WARNING: Improper chain sharp- Conditions which can cut . Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch Spark Plug .... Loosen and remove the nut from tank. The chain is sharp and can result in ASSEMBLY section. S Saw cuts to the STOP position. 2. S Saw has to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance. Adjust chain tension if necessary. Spark Exhaust Arresting Outlet Screen Cover...
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... customer assistance help line at idle. Idle Speed--T Allow engine to decrease engine speed. File from the inside of cutter). Then, turn the chain saw around and repeat the pro- Wear your authorized service dealer or call our customer assistance help line at 1--800--554--6723.... S Saw will be flat with the front half rounded off with a flat file. If the chain moves, idle is higher than the depth gauge tool, file it level to cutting edges (side plate ...
... customer assistance help line at idle. Idle Speed--T Allow engine to decrease engine speed. File from the inside of cutter). Then, turn the chain saw around and repeat the pro- Wear your authorized service dealer or call our customer assistance help line at 1--800--554--6723.... S Saw will be flat with the front half rounded off with a flat file. If the chain moves, idle is higher than the depth gauge tool, file it level to cutting edges (side plate ...
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...of time: S Clean saw thoroughly before storing or transporting. S Store chain saw with all guards in place and position chain saw so that you shake the gas can weekly to insure proper blending of the gas and oil. Add stabilizer to be used for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, ... and guide bar. HELPFUL TIP During storage of recommended type and heat range. Replace any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury. S Store chain saw and fuel in a well venti- If you can if it in heavy paper or cloth. FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERATION...
...of time: S Clean saw thoroughly before storing or transporting. S Store chain saw with all guards in place and position chain saw so that you shake the gas can weekly to insure proper blending of the gas and oil. Add stabilizer to be used for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Poulan/WEED EATER 40:1, ... and guide bar. HELPFUL TIP During storage of recommended type and heat range. Replace any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury. S Store chain saw and fuel in a well venti- If you can if it in heavy paper or cloth. FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERATION...
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... are responsible for commercial, professional, or income pro- LIMITED WARRANTY Poulan, a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new Poulan brand gasoline chain saw is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair... or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline chain saw . Parts and Labor, if used for this warranty, you ...
... are responsible for commercial, professional, or income pro- LIMITED WARRANTY Poulan, a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new Poulan brand gasoline chain saw is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair... or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline chain saw . Parts and Labor, if used for this warranty, you ...