Poulan ES300 instruction manual Pruning, Customer Responsibilities, General Recommendations

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
WITHOUT A SUPPORT.	limb protrudes 1 to 2 inches (3--5 cm)
S Always use an overcut to cut small	from the trunk of the tree.
and freely hanging limbs. Undercut-	Second cut
ting could cause limbs to fall and pinch
the saw.
PRUNING
WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs		First cut
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if		1/3 of way
branches are higher than your shoulder.

Get a professional to do the job.	3rd cut 1 to 2 in.
S Make your first cut 1/3 of the way
	(3--5 cm) from
through the bottom of the limb. This
	trunk of tree
cut will make the limb sag so that it
falls easily on the second cut.
S Next make a second cut all the way
through the limb.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

WARNING: 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	n
Check for loose fasteners/parts	n
Check chain tension	n
Check chain sharpness	n
Check guide bar	n
Check bar and chain oil level	n		n
Lubricate bar sprocket hole		n
Inspect and clean unit & labels		n
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.

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S Trigger Switch -- Ensure the trigger switch functions properly by squeez- ing 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

SBar Clamp Nuts S Chain

S Bar Adjusting Screw