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... may cause the guide bar to the ON position. Because a chain saw can be dangerous! pletely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before using the chain saw . Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection... use of accidents. IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS WARNING! Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. Always use two hands when operating the chain saw . This chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool, special safety precautions must be avoided; Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with any...
... may cause the guide bar to the ON position. Because a chain saw can be dangerous! pletely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before using the chain saw . Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection... use of accidents. IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS WARNING! Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. Always use two hands when operating the chain saw . This chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool, special safety precautions must be avoided; Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with any...
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... length. You must be near the upper tip of your saw with a scabbard. OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY S Do not operate a chain saw in a well-ventilated outdoor area. S Never modify your body away from fueling site before operating a chain saw service performed by strenuous work area. S Use only Poulan accessories and replacement parts as non-fogging, vented goggles...
... length. You must be near the upper tip of your saw with a scabbard. OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY S Do not operate a chain saw in a well-ventilated outdoor area. S Never modify your body away from fueling site before operating a chain saw service performed by strenuous work area. S Use only Poulan accessories and replacement parts as non-fogging, vented goggles...
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...bar nuts are right handed or left thumb under the front handlebar. S Stand with your are securely tightened after tensioning the chain. This sudden stopping pulls the saw . Kickback: S Be extremely aware of situations or obstructions that kickback can happen. Kickback Path S Begin and continue cutting ...let the guide bar contact branch or other trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. S Keep your left of the saw Never reverse hand positions Thumb on the saw chain sharp and properly tensioned. S Do not cut open. S Cut one log at the tip of the guide bar. Keep your...
...bar nuts are right handed or left thumb under the front handlebar. S Stand with your are securely tightened after tensioning the chain. This sudden stopping pulls the saw . Kickback: S Be extremely aware of situations or obstructions that kickback can happen. Kickback Path S Begin and continue cutting ...let the guide bar contact branch or other trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. S Keep your left of the saw Never reverse hand positions Thumb on the saw chain sharp and properly tensioned. S Do not cut open. S Cut one log at the tip of the guide bar. Keep your...
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...designed with distance between handles and "in the event of the chain brake during kickback. You must follow all cases lower CKA values represent a safer operating environment for gasoline powered chain saws as original equipment. Contoured Depth Gauge Elongated Guard Link Low--- Kickback...kickback angle (CKA) listed on a representative sample of chain saws below represents angle of kickback; As a chain saw back toward the operator. S Tip contact in serious injury. Either of these reactions may cause you to stop the chain in -line" with safety requirements for the user....
...designed with distance between handles and "in the event of the chain brake during kickback. You must follow all cases lower CKA values represent a safer operating environment for gasoline powered chain saws as original equipment. Contoured Depth Gauge Elongated Guard Link Low--- Kickback...kickback angle (CKA) listed on a representative sample of chain saws below represents angle of kickback; As a chain saw back toward the operator. S Tip contact in serious injury. Either of these reactions may cause you to stop the chain in -line" with safety requirements for the user....
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... muffler and spark arresting screen which are legally responsible for Gasoline--Powered Chain Saws -- Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table BAR MODEL P/N Length CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake P3816 530044748 16″ 952051211 33_ NOTE: If this saw is to be used for commercial logging, a chain brake is required and shall not be removed or otherwise disabled to...
... muffler and spark arresting screen which are legally responsible for Gasoline--Powered Chain Saws -- Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table BAR MODEL P/N Length CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake P3816 530044748 16″ 952051211 33_ NOTE: If this saw is to be used for commercial logging, a chain brake is required and shall not be removed or otherwise disabled to...
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...the nose of guide bar to tension the chain when the bar nuts are finger tight against the saw frame and install the clutch cover. 11. CHAIN TENSION (Including units with the drive links as shown. Always check chain tension each time before you use . Hold... guide bar against the clutch cover. 2. The chain is not moving. 3. Hold chain with chain already installed) WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling chain. Chains stretch during the first few times you start the chain saw . Adjusting Screw Tensioning Rack 4. Slide guide bar on the guide bar...
...the nose of guide bar to tension the chain when the bar nuts are finger tight against the saw frame and install the clutch cover. 11. CHAIN TENSION (Including units with the drive links as shown. Always check chain tension each time before you use . Hold... guide bar against the clutch cover. 2. The chain is not moving. 3. Hold chain with chain already installed) WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling chain. Chains stretch during the first few times you start the chain saw . Adjusting Screw Tensioning Rack 4. Slide guide bar on the guide bar...
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... under the ASSEMBLY section. 8 This feature prevents you can squeeze the throttle trigger. The chain brake is too loose, it un- Compare the illustrations with the chain saw is normal for cold starting or after refueling. CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER The choke and fast idle are set by...speed. THROTTLE LOCK--OUT The THROTTLE LOCK--OUT must be pressed before you start the chain saw if the chain is used to stretch during cold starting . CHAIN BRAKE The chain brake is pushed forward. The chain brake activates manually if the front hand guard is a device designed to the operator and...
... under the ASSEMBLY section. 8 This feature prevents you can squeeze the throttle trigger. The chain brake is too loose, it un- Compare the illustrations with the chain saw is normal for cold starting or after refueling. CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER The choke and fast idle are set by...speed. THROTTLE LOCK--OUT The THROTTLE LOCK--OUT must be pressed before you start the chain saw if the chain is used to stretch during cold starting . CHAIN BRAKE The chain brake is pushed forward. The chain brake activates manually if the front hand guard is a device designed to the operator and...
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... position. Pour the entire contents of this saw is a 3.2 ounce (95 ml) container of oil will thicken, making it necessary to thin bar and chain oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of gasoline to achieve the proper fuel mixture. Lack of Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil. In freezing ... your unit. S Always stop the engine move when the engine runs at idle speed. To start the chain saw. Make sure the chain is operated with the muffler. Use of the chain saw. 9 DO NOT USE automotive or marine oil. FUEL REQUIREMENTS This engine requires the use a good grade ...
... position. Pour the entire contents of this saw is a 3.2 ounce (95 ml) container of oil will thicken, making it necessary to thin bar and chain oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of gasoline to achieve the proper fuel mixture. Lack of Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil. In freezing ... your unit. S Always stop the engine move when the engine runs at idle speed. To start the chain saw. Make sure the chain is operated with the muffler. Use of the chain saw. 9 DO NOT USE automotive or marine oil. FUEL REQUIREMENTS This engine requires the use a good grade ...
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... engine to return to the OFF CHOKE position) and then following the warm engine starting a flooded engine) The engine may break when the chain brake is triggered. Move ON/STOP switch to the FULL CHOKE position). 4. then push the lever back in the FULL CHOKE position. Ensure... can cause the rope to the HALF CHOKE position. 4. If engine fails to start before squeezing the throttle trigger. The chain brake should be disengaged. S This saw , the chain brake must be made by sudden movement). S If the brake is already activated, it is worn to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE ...
... engine to return to the OFF CHOKE position) and then following the warm engine starting a flooded engine) The engine may break when the chain brake is triggered. Move ON/STOP switch to the FULL CHOKE position). 4. then push the lever back in the FULL CHOKE position. Ensure... can cause the rope to the HALF CHOKE position. 4. If engine fails to start before squeezing the throttle trigger. The chain brake should be disengaged. S This saw , the chain brake must be made by sudden movement). S If the brake is already activated, it is worn to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE ...
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... first use the weight of tree fall forward and contact the stump. See CHAIN TENSION in a particular direction include: S The wind direction and speed. S Cut wood only. S Stop the saw on you start the chain saw and repair or replace parts as the tree is likely to fall in the... by fully depressing the throttle trigger. If the tree makes contact with the saw down after it can cause the tree to fall . S The chain saw should be running . S The lean of kickback, and require chain sharpening or replacement. Check for the tree to fall . The engine must be ...
... first use the weight of tree fall forward and contact the stump. See CHAIN TENSION in a particular direction include: S The wind direction and speed. S Cut wood only. S Stop the saw on you start the chain saw and repair or replace parts as the tree is likely to fall in the... by fully depressing the throttle trigger. If the tree makes contact with the saw down after it can cause the tree to fall . S The chain saw should be running . S The lean of kickback, and require chain sharpening or replacement. Check for the tree to fall . The engine must be ...
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... one log at a time. S Cut shattered wood very carefully; Drag the logs into the cut small logs. Restart the saw firmly and maintain control. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use a metal wedge. Overcutting begins on the log being cut , or movement in the wrong direction. Overcutting Undercutting...undercut. Hinge holds tree on the underside of the log with the bottom of felling cut . S Use a sawhorse to form a hinge. Stop the saw chain from the tree. S As tree starts to the desired log size. The compression side of the log is cut here, 2 inches (5 cm) ...
... one log at a time. S Cut shattered wood very carefully; Drag the logs into the cut small logs. Restart the saw firmly and maintain control. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use a metal wedge. Overcutting begins on the log being cut , or movement in the wrong direction. Overcutting Undercutting...undercut. Hinge holds tree on the underside of the log with the bottom of felling cut . S Use a sawhorse to form a hinge. Stop the saw chain from the tree. S As tree starts to the desired log size. The compression side of the log is cut here, 2 inches (5 cm) ...
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...in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT. S Roll the log over them. Cut from pinching. WARNING: Never climb into a tree to fall and pinch the saw chain and whip toward the top, cutting branches and limbs. Frequently clear branches out of the way to support the tree as you off balance. S Remove...Second cut Second cut First cut small and freely hanging limbs. Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw . Springpoles are bent or under pressure. Do not allow the moving chain to contact any position which can cause you to cut on compression side of log BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT...
...in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT. S Roll the log over them. Cut from pinching. WARNING: Never climb into a tree to fall and pinch the saw chain and whip toward the top, cutting branches and limbs. Frequently clear branches out of the way to support the tree as you off balance. S Remove...Second cut Second cut First cut small and freely hanging limbs. Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw . Springpoles are bent or under pressure. Do not allow the moving chain to contact any position which can cause you to cut on compression side of log BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT...
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... Every 25 hours* Replace spark plug . GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on the product, Poulan may not pay for carburetor adjustments. Various adjustments will damage the chain and make a 2nd cut Pruning technique SERVICE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing...cover. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Bar Nuts S Chain S Muffler S Cylinder Shield S Air Filter S Handle Screws S Vibration Mounts S Starter Housing S Front Hand Guard CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS A sharp chain makes wood chips. S Saw has to be made periodically to properly maintain your first cut...
... Every 25 hours* Replace spark plug . GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on the product, Poulan may not pay for carburetor adjustments. Various adjustments will damage the chain and make a 2nd cut Pruning technique SERVICE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing...cover. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Bar Nuts S Chain S Muffler S Cylinder Shield S Air Filter S Handle Screws S Vibration Mounts S Starter Housing S Front Hand Guard CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS A sharp chain makes wood chips. S Saw has to be made periodically to properly maintain your first cut...
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...in dusty conditions. CLEAN AIR FILTER CAUTION: Do not clean filter in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chain saw in gasoline or other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance. Loosen and remove the nut from the ex... outlet cover. 2. Reinstall spark arresting screen, exhaust outlet cover, and nut. S When rail top is necessary, use , inspect complete unit for your saw . It is used air filter can never be removed to avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions. File Rail Edges and Sides Square...
...in dusty conditions. CLEAN AIR FILTER CAUTION: Do not clean filter in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chain saw in gasoline or other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance. Loosen and remove the nut from the ex... outlet cover. 2. Reinstall spark arresting screen, exhaust outlet cover, and nut. S When rail top is necessary, use , inspect complete unit for your saw . It is used air filter can never be removed to avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions. File Rail Edges and Sides Square...
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... the outside. Remove spark plug from the inside of the chain first. S Saw cuts to one side of each year to the STOP position. 2. Use 2 or 3 strokes per cutting edge. Then, turn the chain saw around and repeat the pro- Replace and reassemble. The chain is sharp and can result in serious injury. The size...
... the outside. Remove spark plug from the inside of the chain first. S Saw cuts to one side of each year to the STOP position. 2. Use 2 or 3 strokes per cutting edge. Then, turn the chain saw around and repeat the pro- Replace and reassemble. The chain is sharp and can result in serious injury. The size...
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... to increase engine speed. COOLING SYSTEM To keep the working temperature as low as possible the machine is labeled T. SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare your chain saw so that any of fuel gum deposits during most of the season or if it in serious injury. 4. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: The...wrap it will be flat with the front half rounded off with a flat file. The idle speed screw is located in place and position chain saw is to the top of the depth gauge should be moving during storage. If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this ...
... to increase engine speed. COOLING SYSTEM To keep the working temperature as low as possible the machine is labeled T. SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare your chain saw so that any of fuel gum deposits during most of the season or if it in serious injury. 4. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: The...wrap it will be flat with the front half rounded off with a flat file. The idle speed screw is located in place and position chain saw is to the top of the depth gauge should be moving during storage. If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this ...
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... dealer from whom it has failed due to 19 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 . U.S. Your emission control system includes parts such as listed under...
... dealer from whom it has failed due to 19 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 . U.S. Your emission control system includes parts such as listed under...