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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
00E
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 sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30907
Electrolux Canada Corporation
6150 McLaughlin Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2
Copyright E2003 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
530087390
2/11/03
S Keep oil cap and fasteners securely
tightened.
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-
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.
S 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.
saw.
Never modify your
S Maintain chain saw with care.
S Keep unit sharp and clean for better and
safer performance.
S Follow instructions for lubricating and S To reduce risk of electrical shock, use
changing accessories.
S 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.
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 in-
tended function. Check for alignment 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.
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.
S When not in use, chain saws should be S Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit
stored in a dry, high or locked-up place
out of the reach of children.
S When storing saw, unplug and use a bar S Secure extension cord to power cord to
sheath or carrying case.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
by the extension cord or yank extension
cord to disconnect unit.
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 To 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. 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.
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.
S Use a voltage supply as shown on the
nameplate of the unit.
S 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.
S 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
3
GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
Follow all safety rules to help avoid kick- KICKBACK
back and other forces which can result in The following precautions should be fol-
serious injury.
lowed to minimize kickback:
Kickback Path
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.
Avoid Obstructions
S When cutting a branch, do not let the
guide bar contact another branch or oth-
er objects around it.
Clear The Working Area
S 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.
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed.
If the chain is moving at a slower speed,
there is greater chance of kickback oc-
curring.
S Use extreme caution when re-entering
a cut.
S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip
of the bar (plunge cuts).
S Watch for shifting logs or other objects
that could close a cut and pinch or fall
onto chain.
S Use the specified Reduced-Kickback
Guide Bar and Low Kickback Chain.
Avoid Pinch-Kickback:
S Be extremely aware of situations or ob-
structions that can cause material to
pinch the top of or otherwise stop the
chain.
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.
S 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 the
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.
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 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.
S Pull-In can occur when the moving
chain contacts a foreign object in the
wood in the cut along the bottom of the
guide 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.
S Do not cut more than one log at a time.
S Do not twist the saw as the bar is with-
drawn 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.
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MAINTAIN CONTROL
The following precautions should be fol-
lowed to minimize kickback.
spread and “in-line” position of the
hands provided by this design work to-
gether to give balance and resistance in
controlling the pivot of the saw back to-
ward the operator if kickback occurs.
S Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar: de-
signed with a small radius 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.
Stand to the left of
Thumb on
underside
of handlebar
Small Radius
Tip Guide Bar
Never reverse
hand position
Large Radius
Tip Guide Bar
Elbow
locked
S Low Kickback Chain has met kickback
performance requirements when tested
on the representative sample of these
chain saws specified in ANSI B175.1.
S A good, firm grip on the saw with both
hands will help you maintain control.
Don’t let go. Grip the rear handle with
your right hand whether you are right or
left handed. Wrap the fingers of your left
hand over and around the front handle-
bar, and your left thumb under the front
handlebar. Keep your left arm straight
with the elbow locked.
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
difficult to maintain control of saw above
shoulder height.
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
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. 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
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
WARNING: The following features the saw chain along the top of the guide
are included on your saw to help reduce bar. This action may push the guide bar
hazard of kickback; however, such fea- rapidly back toward the operator. Either of
tures will not totally eliminate this dan- these events may cause you to lose con-
ger. Do not rely only on safety devices. trol of the saw which could result in serious
Follow all safety rules to help avoid kick- injury or even death. DO NOT RELY UPON
back and other forces which can result
in serious injury.
ANY OF THE SAFETY DEVICES BUILT INTO
YOUR SAW. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW
PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID
S Hand Guard: designed to reduce the
chance of your left hand contacting the KICKBACK.
Reduced--kickback guide
chain if your hand slips off the front han- bars and low--kickback saw chains re-
dlebar. duce the chance and magnitude of kick-
S Position of front and rear handlebars: back and are recommended. Your saw
designed with distance between han- has a low kickback chain and bar as origi-
dles and “in-line” with each other. The nal equipment. Repairs on a chain brake
5
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.
lightning fast REACTION, kicking the
guide bar up and back toward the oper-
ator.
S Pinching the saw chain along the tip of
the guide bar may push the guide bar
rapidly back towards the operator.
WARNING: Computed Kickback
Angle (CKA) listed on your saw and listed S Either of these reactions may cause you
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.
to lose control of the saw which could re-
sult in serious injury. Do not rely exclu-
sively upon safety devices built into your
saw.
Computed angles represented in the CKA The following guide bar and chain com-
column indicate total energy and angle binations meet kickback requirements of
associated without a chain brake. When CSA Z62.1 & Z62.3 and ANSI B175.1
purchasing replacements, considerations when used on saws listed in this manual.
should be given to the lower CKA values. Use of bar and chain combinations other
In all cases, lower CKA values represent a than those listed is not recommended and
safer operating environment for the user. may not meet the CKA requirements per
S Tip contact in some cases may cause a
standard.
Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table
BAR
CKA without
chain brake
MODEL
PP300E
CHAIN P/N
952051470
P/N
Length
16"
952044759
20_
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- double insulation system only provides
tions through prolonged use of hand added protection against injury resulting
tools could cause blood vessel or nerve from an internal electrical insulation
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints failure.
of people prone to circulation disorders
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
(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. inaccor-
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”
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 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
CSA Z62.3 “Chain Saw Kickback Occu-
pational Health and Safety”
CSA Z62.1 “Chain Saws -- Occupational
Health and Safety”
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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 needed for assembly. Pro-
tective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
S Slide the bar toward the rear of the saw
as far as possible.
S Hold chain with cutters facing as shown.
ATTACHING THE BAR AND CHAIN
(if not already attached)
Tip of
Bar
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!
S Loosen and remove the bar clamp nuts
and the bar clamp from the saw.
S Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if
present).
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIRECTION OF ROTATION
Depth Gauge
Cutters
Drive Links
Bar Nuts
S Place chain around the sprocket and fit
the drive links into the guide bar groove
and then around guide bar nose.
Adjusting Screw
Bar
Clamp
S 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.
S 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.
Adjusting Screw
Inside view of
Bar Clamp
Adjusting pin hole
S 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
Adjusting
screw
Adjusting pin
should allow the pin to be near the cor- S Secure the guide bar and bar clamp
rect position. Further adjustment may
be necessary as you mount the bar.
S Mount the bar as illustrated.
plate with the bar nuts; tighten finger
tight only. Once the chain is tensioned
you will need to tighten bar clamp nuts.
7
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 thecombina-
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 Screw -- 1/4 Turn
S Release the chain brake. Pull firmly until
the handguard is pulled fully back to-
wards the front handle, then release the
lever.
S If chain is too tight, turn adjusting screw
1/4 turn counterclockwise.
Adjusting the tension:
Chain tension is very important. Chain
stretches during use. This is especially S If chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw
true during the first few times you use
your saw. Always check chain tension S Lift up the tip of the bar and tighten the
each time you use your saw. bar clamp nuts with the assembly tool.
You can adjust chain tension by loosen- S Recheck chain tension. Tension is cor-
1/4 turn clockwise.
ing the bar clamp nuts and turning ad-
justing screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting up
on the bar.
rect when chain does not sag below the
bar but still can be moved around the
bar.
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.
Handguard
Bar Oil Cap
Trigger Lockout
Button
Chain Adjustment Screw
Power
Cord
Bar
Trigger Switch Bar Clamp
Chain
TRIGGER SWITCH
can be pushed in by the thumb, permit-
The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on ting the index finger to squeeze the trig-
the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to ger. It is not necessary to maintain pres-
operate the unit after lock--out button sure on the lock--out button once the
has been pushed forward. Release the trigger has been engaged.
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
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.
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POWER CORD
CHAIN TENSION
The POWER CORD is used to connect It is normal for a new chain to stretch dur-
the chain saw to an approved extension ing first 30 minutes of operation. You
cord.
should check your chain tension frequent-
ly. See CHAIN TENSION under the SER-
VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CHAIN BRAKE
Use only a voltage supply as specified on Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pull-
your unit.
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.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Extension cords are available for this unit .
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
RECOMMENDATIONS
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.
50 ft.
100 ft.
25 ft.
(7.67 M)
16
A.W.G.*
Volts
120
(15.24 M) (30.48 M)
16
A.W.G.*
14
A.W.G.*
*American Wire Gauge
STARTING YOUR SAW
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.
S Connect the saw to a power source
using the proper size extension cord;
see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD in
the OPERATION section).
S Grip both handles firmly.
S Push and hold the trigger lock--out
button with your right hand thumb.
S 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 a chain brake should be made
by your authorized service dealer. Take
your unit to the place of purchase or to the
nearest authorized service dealer.
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 donot 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.
S This saw is equipped with a chain
brake. The brake is designed to stop the
chain if kickback occurs.
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
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).
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 S If the brake is already activated, it is dis-
of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain.
Too little oil will cause overheating shown
by smoke coming from the chain and/or
engaged by pulling the front hand guard
back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
discoloration of the bar. For maximum S When cutting with the saw, the chain
guide bar and chain life, we recommend
you use Poulan or Poulan ProR chain
saw bar oil. If Poulan or Poulan ProR bar
oil is not available, you may use a good
grade SAE 30 oil until you are able to ob-
tain Poulan or Poulan ProR brand. Use a
funnel to fill the tank. Replace oil cap se-
curely. Check oil level after every 15 min-
utes of operation.
brake must be disengaged.
Disengaged
9
Braking function control
area. Position cord so it will not be
caught on branches and the like dur-
ing cutting.
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.
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.
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.
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES
WARNING: Check for broken or
dead branches which can fall while cut-
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.
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.
S Carefully plan your sawing operation in
advance.
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 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.
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:
OPERATING TIPS
S The wind direction and speed.
S 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.
S Weight and branches on one side.
S Surrounding trees and obstacles.
S Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is
rotted, it can snap and fall toward the
operator.
S Make sure there is enough room for
the tree to fall. Maintain a distance of
2-1/2 tree lengths from the nearest
person 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.
S Check chain tension before first use
and after 1 minute of operation. See
CHECK CHAIN TENSION in the SER-
VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.
S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plas-
tics, masonry, non-wood building mate-
rials, etc.
S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a for-
eign object. Inspect the saw and repair
parts as necessary.
S 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.
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.
Plan a clear retreat path
S Keep the motor at full speed the en-
tire time you are cutting.
Direction of Fall
S Release the trigger switch as soon
as the cut is completed, allowing the
motor to stop.
45_
S Keep the cord away from the cutting
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FELLING LARGE TREES
S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it
down, and get away quickly on your
planned retreat path.
(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 S DO NOT use your saw to cut down a par-
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.
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.
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 illustra-
tion. Once the notch is cut, remove the
wedge of wood from tree.
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.
Final cut here
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Cut only one log at a time.
S Cut shattered wood very carefully;
sharp pieces of wood could be flung to-
ward operator.
First cut
Notch
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.
Hinge
Second cut
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.
S After removing the wood from the notch,
make the felling cut on the opposite side
of the notch. This is done by making a
cut about two inches higher than the
center of the notch. This 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.
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 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.
Hinge holds tree on stump and
helps control fall.
Opening
of felling
cut
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 never
steel or iron wedges.
Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open.
S Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to Overcutting begins on the top side of the
fall: cracking sounds, widening of the log with the bottom of the saw against the
felling cut, or movement in the upper log. When overcutting use light downward
branches.
pressure.
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st
Overcutting
Undercutting
1
Cut
nd
2
Cut
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.
nd
Using a support stand
2
Cut
WARNING: Never turn saw upside
down to undercut. The saw cannot be
controlled in this position.
st
1
Cut
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.
st
1
Cut
nd
2
Cut
First cut on compression side of log
LIMBING AND PRUNING
Second cut
Second cut
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.
First cut on compression side of log
WARNING: Never climb into a tree
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.
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
S Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of
the log.
S Roll the log over and finish with a sec-
ond overcut.
S Watch for logs with a compression side
to prevent the saw from pinching. See il-
lustration above for cutting logs with a
compression side.
BUCKING USING A LOG 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.
IMPORTANT POINTS
S 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.
S 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.
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 to support the tree as you
work.
Using a log for support
nd
2
Cut
S Start at the base of the felled tree and
work toward the top, cutting branches
and limbs. Remove small limbs with one
cut.
st
S Keep tree between you and the chain.
1
Cut
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S Remove larger branches with the cut- S Finish the pruning operation by using
ting techniques described BUCKING
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
WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
S Always use an overcut to cut small and
freely hanging limbs. Undercutting
could cause limbs to fall and pinch the
saw.
PRUNING
First cut
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.
S 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.
1/3 of way
3rd cut 1 to 2 in.
(3--5 cm) from
trunk of tree
S Next make a second cut all the way
through the limb.
MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
WARNING: Disconnect power source before performing maintenance.
Fill in dates as you complete
regular service
Before
Use
After
Use
Every
15 min.
Service
Dates
Check for damaged/worn parts
n
Check for loose fasteners/parts
Check chain tension
n
n
n
Check chain sharpness
Check guide bar
n
n
Check bar and chain oil level
Lubricate bar sprocket hole
n
n
n
Inspect and clean unit & labels
Clean guide bar groove
n
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, 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
stops. Do not confuse this with a leaking
oil tank.
S Trigger Switch -- Ensure the trigger
switch functions properly by squeezing
and holding the trigger switch. Make
sure motor starts and stops.
S Oil Tank -- Discontinue use of chain saw
if oil tank shows signs of damage or
leaks.
S Extension Cord -- Discontinue use if
chain saw extension cord shows signs
of damage or wear.
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
AND PARTS
S Bar Clamp Nuts
S Chain
S Bar Adjusting Screw
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CHECK CHAIN TENSION
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull
chain makes a sawdust powder and
cuts slowly. See CHAIN SHARPENING in
WARNING:
Wear protective
gloves when handling chain. The chain
is sharp and can cut you even when it is the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
not moving.
section.
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.
D Unplug unit from the power source.
D Use a screwdriver to move chain
around guide bar to ensure kinks do not
exist. The chain should rotate freely.
CHECK GUIDE BAR
Conditions which require guide bar main-
tenance:
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 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:
D Loosen bar clamp nuts until they are fin-
ger tight against the bar clamp.
D Turn the adjusting screw clockwise until
the chain solidly contacts bottom of
guide bar rail. Then, turn adjusting
screw an additional 1/4 turn.
S Disconnect the chain saw from the pow-
er source.
S Loosen and remove bar clamp nuts.
Remove bar and chain from saw.
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after
each 5 hours of operation.
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn
ve Sawdust From
de Bar Groove
NOTE: To tighten the chain, turn the ad-
justing screw clockwise; to loosen the
chain, turn the adjusting screw counter-
clockwise.
Sprocket Hole
Oil Holes
Adjusting Screw
S Add lubricant to sprocket hole after each
use.
S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal
process of rail wear. Remove these
burrs with a flat file.
S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to
restore square edges and sides.
D 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.
D Continue turning the adjusting screw
until the tension is correct.
File Rail Edges
and Sides
Square
Worn Groove
Correct Groove
D Tighten bar clamp nuts with a wrench.
D Recheck chain tension.
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
WARNING: If the saw is operated occurs. If replacement is necessary, use
with a loose chain, the chain could jump only the guide bar specified for your saw in
off the guide bar and result in serious in- the repair parts list or on the decal located
jury.
on the chain saw.
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LUBRICATION
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
Bar Oil
Fill Cap
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.
Bar
Sprocket
S Wipe off the unit and labels with a clean
dry cloth.
S 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.
S 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 service dealer or go to a pro-
fessional chain sharpener.
Bar Nuts
WARNING: Avoid accidental start-
ing. Always unplug saw from power
source before installing a bar and/or
chain.
Adjusting Screw
Bar
Clamp
CHAIN REPLACEMENT
S Remove bar clamp nuts, bar clamp, and
old chain.
S 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.
S Hold chain with cutters facing as shown.
WARNING:
Wear protective
gloves when handling chain. The chain
is sharp and can cut you even when it is
not moving.
It is normal for a new chainto stretch dur-
ing the first 30 minutes of operation. You
should recheck your chain tension fre-
quently and adjust the chain tension as
required. See CHECK CHAIN TENSION
section.
Tip of
Bar
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-
quirements of ANSI B175.1 when tested
with this saw. See your authorized ser-
vice dealer to replace and sharpen indi-
vidual cutters on your chain.
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIRECTION OF ROTATION
Depth Gauge
Cutters
TO REPLACE CHAIN:
D Disconnect the chain saw from the pow-
er source.
Drive Links
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S Place chain around the sprocket and fit CAUTION: If saw chain is installed back-
the drive links into the guide bar groove wards, the saw will vibrate excessively
and then around guide bar nose.
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.
S 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.
REPLACEMENT PART
PART NO.
Hex Nuts
Oil Cap
Bar Adjusting Screw
Bar Adjusting Pin
File (5/32” dia.) Twin Pak
Xtra GUARDr Chain --14”
Xtra GUARDr Chain --16”
Lo--Kickr Guide Bar -- 14”
Lo--Kickr Guide Bar -- 16”
530015917
530053072
530016265
530053068
952055085
952051469
952051470
952044758
952044759
Inside view of
Bar Clamp
Adjusting pin hole
Adjusting
screw
Adjusting pin
Bar & Chain Lubricant --1 qt 952030203
Bar & Chain Lubricant --1 gal 952030204
S Secure the guide bar and bar clamp
plate with the bar nuts; tighten finger
tight only.
STORAGE
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of
the season or if it will not be used for 30
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow motor to cool before storing or days or more.
transporting.
If your chain saw is to be stored for a
S Store chain saw and extension cord in a period of time:
well ventilated area
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 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 S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy
the reach of children. paper or cloth.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
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.
not move
1. See “Check Chain Tension” in
Maintenance section.
when trigger 2. Guide bar rails pinched.
2. Repair or replace.
switch is
engaged.
3. Trigger switch failure.
4. Circuit breaker tripped/
fuse failure.
3. Contact authorized service dealer.
4. Reset circuit breaker or replace
fuse.
1. See “Check Chain Tension” in
Maintenance Section.
2. Contact authorized service dealer.
3. Resharpen or replace chain.
4. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
1. Chain tension incorrect.
Chain clat-
ters or cuts
roughly.
2. Cutters damaged.
3. Chain worn.
4. Cutters dull, improperly
sharpened, or depth
gauges too high.
5. Contact authorized service dealer.
5. Sprocket worn.
Chain stops 1. Chain cutter tops not
1. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
2. Repair or replace guide bar.
during cut.
filed flat.
2. Guide bar burred or
bent; rails uneven.
Oil inade-
1. Oil tank empty.
2. Oil outlet clogged.
3. Guide bar oil hole
blocked.
1. Fill oil tank.
2. Contact authorized service dealer.
3. Remove bar and clean.
quate for bar
and chain
lubrication.
1. Cutters damaged on
one side.
2. Chain dull on one side. 2. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
1. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
Chain cuts
at an angle.
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.
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WARRANTY STATEMENT
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
This warranty does not cover pre--delivery
INC., warrants to the original purchaser setup or normal adjustments explained in
that each new Poulan PROr brand elec- the instruction manual.
tric or cordless product is free from defects THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LE-
in material and workmanship and agrees GAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER
to repair or replace under this warranty RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO
any defective Poulan PROr brand elec- STATE.NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL
tric product within one (1) year from the OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
original date of purchase.
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
If your Poulan PROr brand electric or WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
cordless product should fail within the PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
limited warranty period, return it, com- SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
plete, prepaid, with proof of purchase, to TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
the dealer from whom it was purchased RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
for repair or replacement at the option of LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC.
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMI-
TATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY
This warranty is not transferable and does TO YOU.
not cover damage or liability caused by The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME
improper handling, improper mainte- PRODUCTS, INC., is to continuously im-
nance or the use of accessories and/or at- prove its products. Therefore, ELECTRO-
tachments not specifically recommended LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., reserves
by ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
the right to change, modify, or discontinue
INC., for this electric product. Additionally, models, designs, specifications, and ac-
this warranty does not cover parts that will cessories of all products at any time with-
wear and require replacement with rea- out notice or obligation to any purchaser.
sonable use during the warranty period.
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