POWER CORD
The POWER CORD is used to connect the chain saw to an approved extension cord.
CHAIN TENSION
It is normal for a new chain to stretch 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.
OPERATING 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
Volts | 25 ft. | 50 ft. | 100 ft. | ||
(7.67 | M) | (15.24 M) | (30.48 M) | ||
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120 | 16 |
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A.W.G.* | A.W.G.* | A.W.G.* | |||
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*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
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
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 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.
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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
SRelease the trigger switch.
SIf 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
SConnect the saw to a power source using the proper size extension cord; see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD in
the OPERATION section).
SGrip both handles firmly.
SPush and hold the trigger
button with your right hand thumb.
SSqueeze 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.
S This saw is equipped with a chain brake. The brake is designed to stop the chain if kickback occurs.
SThe
automatically (by sudden movement).
SIf the brake is already activated, it is dis- engaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
S When cutting with the saw, the chain brake must be disengaged.
Disengaged
Engaged