Poulan 530086527 Attaching the BAR & Chain If not, Cutters Depth Gauge Drive Links

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abnormal swellings. 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 system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion engines to be equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you operate a chain saw in a state or locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE section for maintenance of the spark arresting screen.

Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precau- tions can result in serious injury. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. If you need assistance, contact your authorized service dealer or call 1-800--554--6723.

STANDARDS: This saw is listed by Under- writer’s Laboratories, Inc., and the Canadian Standards Association in accordance with:

ANSI B175.1-2000American National Standard for Powered Tools -- Gasoline Powered Chain Saw -- Safety Requirements CSA Z62.1-1995Chain Saws -- Occupa- tional Health and Safety

CSA Z62.3-1996Chain Saw Kickback Oc- cupational Health and Safety

Protective gloves (not provided) should be worn during assembly.

ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not

already attached)

WARNING: If received assembled, repeat all steps to ensure your saw is prop- erly assembled and all fasteners are secure. Always wear gloves when handling the chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving!

SLoosen and remove the chain brake nuts

and the chain brake from the saw.

S Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if present).

Location of shipping spacer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chain Brake

Chain Brake

Nuts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bar Tool

STurn adjusting screw on bar counterclock- wise to move the tensioning rack as far as it will go toward the front of the bar.

Adjusting

Screw

Tensioning Rack

SSlide the bar behind clutch drum until bar stops against clutch drum sprocket.

Mount the Bar

SPrepare the chain by checking the proper di- rection. Without following the illustration it is easy to place the chain on the saw in the wrong direction. Use the illustration of the chain to determine the proper direction.

Tip of

Bar

CUTTERS MUST FACE IN

DIIRECTION OF ROTATION

Cutters

Depth Gauge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drive Links

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Plan Ahead Handle Fuel with Caution Operate Your SAW SafelyMaintain Your SAW in Good Working Order KickbackMaintain Control Kickback Safety FeaturesReduce the Chance Kickback Your left arm straight with the elbow lockedChain Brake and CKA Angle Computed kickback angle CKA TableFront Hand Guard, designed to reduce Attaching the BAR & Chain If not Cutters Depth Gauge Drive LinksAdjusting the tension Checking the tensionThrottle Trigger ON/STOP SwitchKnow Your SAW Throttle LockoutImportant Points to Remember Fueling EngineBAR and Chain Lubrication Right foot through rear handleBraking function control Caution The chain brake must be Starting a Warm EngineDifficult Starting or starting a flooded engine Inertia activating function controlNotch CUT and Felling the Tree Tree Felling TechniquesFelling Large Trees Plan a clear retreat pathTypes of Cutting Used for Bucking Bucking Using a LOG or Support StandCutting a Fallen Tree Bucking Without a SupportLimbing Using a support standLimbing and Pruning Important Points PruningBAR Maintenance Cleaning the air filterCarburetor Adjustments AIR FilterIgnition Timing Need Service PART?Chain Sharpening Spark PlugYour Warranty Rights and OB Ligations The U. S. Environmental