Poulan 262 Assembly, Attaching the BAR & Chain If not, Chain Brake Nuts, Mount the Bar, Tip Bar

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NOTE: If this saw is to be used for com- mercial logging, a chain brake is required and shall not be removed or otherwise dis- abled to comply with Federal OSHA Regula- tions for Commercial Logging.

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or 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., in accordance with:

ANSI B175.1-2000American National Standards for Gasoline--Powered Chain Saws -- Safety Requirements

CSA Z62.1-03Chain Saws -- Occupational Health and Safety

CSA Z62.3-96Chain Saw Kickback Occu- pational Health and Safety

ASSEMBLY

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 properly assembled and all fasteners are secure. Al- ways wear gloves when handling the chain.

The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving!

1.Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts and the chain brake from the saw.

2.Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if present).

Location of shipping spacer

 

Chain Brake

Chain Brake

Nuts

 

 

Bar Tool

3.Turn adjusting screw on bar counter- clockwise to move the tensioning rack as far as it will go toward the front of the bar.

Adjusting

Screw

Tensioning Rack

4.Slide the bar behind clutch drum until bar stops against clutch drum sprocket.

Mount the Bar

5.Prepare the chain by checking the proper direction. 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

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions English Español FrançaisIdentification of Symbols Safety RulesPlan Ahead Handle Fuel with Caution Operate Your SAW SafelyMaintain Your SAW in Good Working Order KickbackKickback Safety Features Reduce the Chance of KickbackMaintain Control Back toward the operator Chain Brake and CKA AngleFront Hand Guard, designed to reduce LengthChain Brake Nuts AssemblyAttaching the BAR & Chain If not Mount the BarChecking the tension Chain Tension Including units with chain already installedAdjusting the tension CuttersThrottle Trigger ON/STOP SwitchKnow Your Chain SAW Throttle LOCK-OUTBAR and Chain Lubrication StartingFueling Engine Important Points to RememberCutting Methods Starting a Warm EngineImportant Points Notch CUT and Felling the Tree Tree Felling TechniquesFelling Large Trees Direction of FallTypes of Cutting Used for Bucking Bucking Using a LOG or Support StandCutting a Fallen Tree Bucking Without a SupportLimbing ServiceLimbing and Pruning Important Points PruningAIR Filter Cleaning the air filterCleaning the Spark ARREST- ING Screen Inspect Muffler and Spark Arresting ScreenChain Sharpening Carburetor AdjustmentBAR Maintenance Ignition TimingStorage Need Service PART?Need ASSISTANCE? Need ASSISTANCE?Limited Warranty Tions The U.S. Environmental ProtectionPlacement and Repair of Emission