Poulan 350, 530164364 instruction manual Checking the tension, Chain Tension, Adjusting the tension

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Cutters

Depth Gauge

Checking the tension:

 

 

Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust-

 

 

ment tool (bar 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.

Drive Links

Place chain onto the sprocket

7.Place chain over and behind clutch, fit- ting the drive links in the clutch drum sprocket.

8.Fit bottom of drive links between the teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the guide bar.

9.Fit chain drive links into bar groove.

10.Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive links are in the bar groove.

NOTE: CHAIN BRAKE MUST BE DISENGAGED BEFORE INSTALLA- TION ON THE SAW. TO DISENGAGE CHAIN BRAKE, PULL THE FRONT HAND GUARD BACK TOWARD THE REAR OF THE CHAIN BRAKE AS FAR AS POSSIBLE (SEE ILLUSTRA- TION).

DISENGAGED

Front Hand Guard

ENGAGED

Chain Brake

11.Now, install chain brake making sure the adjusting pin is positioned in the lower hole in the guide bar. Remember this pin moves the bar forward and backward as the screw is turned.

12.Install chain brake nuts and finger tight- en only. Once the chain is tensioned, you will need to tighten chain brake nuts.

CHAIN TENSION

(Including units with chain already installed) NOTE: When adjusting chain tension, make sure the chain brake nuts are finger tight only. Attempting to tension the chain when the chain brake nuts are tight can cause damage.

Chain Brake Nuts

Chain Adjustment

Tool (Bar Tool)

Adjusting the tension:

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 and refuel your saw.

You can adjust the chain tension by loosen- ing the chain brake nuts and turning the ad- justing screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting up on the bar.

SIf chain is too tight, turn adjusting screw 1/4 turn counterclockwise.

SIf chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw 1/4 turn clockwise.

Adjusting

Screw

Chain Brake Nuts

Guide Bar

Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn

S Lift up the tip of the bar and tighten the chain brake nuts with the bar tool.

SRecheck chain tension.

Chain Brake

Nuts

WARNING: If the saw is operated with a loose chain, the chain could jump off the guide bar and result in serious injury.

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Contents English Español Français Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’InstructionsSafety Rules Identification of SymbolsPlan Ahead Kickback Operate Your SAW SafelyMaintain Your SAW in Good Working Order Handle Fuel with CautionReduce the Chance of Kickback Kickback Safety FeaturesMaintain Control Sume That the Chain Brake will Chain Brake and CKA AngleWE do not REP Resent and YOU should not ASChain Brake Nuts AssemblyInside view Chain Brake Adjustment located on Chain Brake Attaching the BAR & Chain If notChecking the tension Adjusting the tensionChain Tension Throttle LOCK-OUT ON/STOP SwitchKnow Your Chain SAW Throttle TriggerImportant Points to Remember StartingFueling Engine BAR and Chain LubricationStarting a Warm Engine Cutting MethodsImportant Points Direction of Fall Tree Felling TechniquesFelling Large Trees Notch CUT and Felling the TreeBucking Without a Support Bucking Using a LOG or Support StandCutting a Fallen Tree Types of Cutting Used for BuckingPruning ServiceLimbing and Pruning Important Points LimbingInspect Muffler and Spark Arresting Screen Cleaning the air filterCleaning the Spark ARREST- ING Screen AIR FilterIgnition Timing Carburetor AdjustmentBAR Maintenance Chain SharpeningNeed ASSISTANCE? Need Service PART?Need ASSISTANCE? StorageTions The U.S. Environmental Protection Limited WarrantyElectrolux Home PRODUCTS, INC Placement and Repair of Emission

530164364, 350 specifications

The Poulan 350,530164364 is a remarkable chainsaw that has made its mark as a reliable tool for both professionals and homeowners. Designed for versatility and ease of use, this chainsaw features a robust engine that delivers consistent power for a variety of cutting tasks.

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