Poulan 966432901, ES400, 115259926 instruction manual Assembly, Operation

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ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Before using chain saw, ensure all fasteners are secure.

CARTON CONTENTS

SChain Saw (fully assembled) S Bar Sheath

Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.

NOTE: If you need assistance or find that parts are missing or damaged, please call 1-800-554-6723.

ASSEMBLY

Your unit is fully assembled; no assembly is required.

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.

 

 

 

Bar Oil Cap

 

 

Handguard

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trigger Lockout

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Button

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power

 

 

 

 

Bar Knob

Bar

 

 

 

Cord

 

 

Bar

Chain

 

 

 

 

Trigger Clamp

Chain

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switch

Adjusting Wheel

 

 

 

TRIGGER SWITCH

 

 

 

BAR OIL CAP

 

 

 

The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on

The BAR OIL CAP is used to fill the bar oil

the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to

tank.

 

 

 

operate the unit after lock--out button

CHAIN ADJUSTING WHEEL

has been pushed forward. Release the

The CHAIN ADJUSTMENT WHEEL is used

trigger to turn the unit off.

to adjust the chain tension.

 

 

TRIGGER LOCK-OUT BUTTON

POWER CORD

 

 

 

The TRIGGER LOCK--OUT BUTTON is a

The POWER CORD is used to connect

control feature designed to prevent the

the chain saw to an approved extension

motor from being accidently started.

cord.

 

 

 

When the rear handle is gripped in a nor-

CHAIN TENSION

 

 

mal cutting position, the lock--out button

It is normal for a new chain to stretch dur-

can be pushed in by the thumb, permit-

ing first 15 minutes of operation. You

ting the index finger to squeeze the trig-

should check your chain tension frequent-

ger. It is not necessary to maintain pres-

ly. See CHAIN TENSION under the SER-

sure on the lock--out button once the

VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.

trigger has been engaged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO

Use only a voltage supply as specified on

YOUR CHAIN SAW

 

 

your unit.

 

 

 

 

To prevent disconnection from unit, se-

SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD

cure extension cord to power cord as

 

 

 

 

 

 

shown in the following illustration.

 

MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RECOMMENDATIONS

 

Power Cord

 

 

 

Volts

25 ft.

50 ft.

 

100 ft.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(7.67 m)

(15.24 m)

 

(30.48 m)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

120

14

12

 

NOT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A.W.G.*

A.W.G.*

RECOMMENDED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*American Wire Gauge

 

 

 

 

Extension Cord

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Français English EspañolMaintain Your SAW in Good Safety RulesOperate Your SAW Safely Plan AheadConductor, such as metal fences or pipes Electrical SafetySion and/or causing damage to unit Use a voltage supply as shown on the nameplate of the unitReduce the Chance Kickback Guard Against KickbackMaintain Control Chain Brake and CKA Angle Kickback Safety FeaturesDouble Insulation Construction Either of these reactions may cause youOperation AssemblyStarting Your SAW Before Starting SAW Guide BAR and Chain OILChain Brake Stopping Your SAWFelling Large Trees 6 inches in diameter or larger Cutting MethodsOperating Tips Tree Felling TechniquesBucking Techniques Hinge holds tree on stump and helps control fallCutting a Fallen Tree Bucking Important PointsThrough the limb Bucking Using a LOG or Support StandLimbing PruningMaintenance Check Guide BAR Tighten Loosen Chain chainHand tighten only Check Chain SharpnessTools required Service and AdjustmentsInspect and Clean Unit and Labels Chain SharpeningHalf rounded off with a flat file Chain ReplacementCheck and lower depth gauges Top of the depth gauge toolSeasonal Storage Chain AdjustmentCustomer Serviceable Parts StorageTroubleshooting Table Cause Remedy Poulan Warranty StatementMatheson Blvd. West Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4

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