Poulan PRO 952044370 - Manuals

Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; PLAN AHEAD; OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

2 SAFETY RULES WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety pre- cautions must always be followed to re- duce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. WARNING: Always disconnect power source when making repairs, ad- justments, and whe...

Page 3 - ELECTRICAL SAFETY

3 S Keep the handles dry and clean and free from oil and grease. S Keep oil cap and fasteners securely tightened. S Nonconforming replacement compo- nents or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and pos- sible injury to the operator or bystand- ers. Use only Poulan accessories ...

Page 5 - KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

5 Right Hand Left Hand S Position your left hand on the front handlebar so it is in a straight line with your right hand on the rear handle when making bucking cuts. Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to keep your body from being in a direct line with the cutting chain. S Stand with your wei...

Page 6 - DOUBLE INSULATION; ASSEMBLY; CARTON CONTENTS

6 Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table BAR P/N Length CHAIN P/N 16 ″ MODEL ES350 30 _ 952044370 952051211 CKA without chain brake ES350WT 952044370 16 ″ 952051211 30 _ SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through prolonged use of hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, ...

Page 7 - OPERATION

7 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 location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future refer- ence. Bar Oil Cap Trigger Switch Pow...

Page 8 - CUTTING METHODS; OPERATING TIPS; TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

8 GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL The bar and chain require lubrication. The chain oiler provides lubrication to the chain and guide bar. Be sure to fill the bar oil tank before each cutting session. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain. Too little oil will cause overheating shown by smoke coming...

Page 9 - Use a wedge to remove pinched saw

9 S Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made. Direction of Fall 45 _ Plan a clear retreat path FELLING LARGE TREES (6 inches in diameter or larger) The notch method is used to fell large trees. A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the des...

Page 10 - Using a support stand

10 Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log. When overcutting use light downward pressure. Overcutting Undercutting Undercutting involves cutting on the un- derside of the log with top of saw against the log. When undercutting use light up- ward pressu...

Page 11 - MAINTENANCE

11 LIMBING S Limb a tree only after it is cut down. S Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as you work. S Start at the base of the felled tree and work toward the top, cutting branches and limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut. S Keep tree between you and the chain....

Page 13 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; CHAIN SHARPENING

13 LUBRICATION Bar Oil Fill Cap S Check bar and chain oil before use and every 15 minutes while operating the saw. See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under the OPERATION section. INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and labels ...

Page 14 - only; CHAIN ADJUSTMENT; REPLACEMENT PART; STORAGE; SEASONAL STORAGE

14 Inside view of Bar Clamp Adjusting screw Adjusting pin Adjusting pin hole 8. Secure the guide bar and bar clamp with the bar clamp nuts; tighten finger tight only . CAUTION: If saw chain is installed back- wards, the saw will vibrate excessively and will not cut wood. CHAIN ADJUSTMENT See CHECK C...

Page 16 - WARRANTY STATEMENT

16 WARRANTY STATEMENT Poulan , a division of Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc., warrants to the original con- sumer purchaser that each new Poulan brand electric or cordless product is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective Poula...