Poulan PRO 952802168 - Manual

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, ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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 ...

14 Wrong Squared Off Corner Too Much Hook Angle WARNING: Maintain the proper hook angle according to the manufac- turer’s specifications for the chain you are using. Improper hook angle will in- crease the chance of kickback which can result in serious injury. 4. Check and lower depth gauges. Depth ...

15 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...

17 WARRANTY STATEMENT Poulan , a division of Husqvarna Con- sumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the original consumer pur- chaser 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 an...