Filter
Top Products
14
S Leave t he 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 the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
br a n ch you are cuttin g .
S Remove larger , supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
S Always use an overcut to cut small and free-
ly hanging limbs. Undercutting could cause
limbs to fall and pinch the saw .
PRUNING
WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
branches are higher than your shoulder . Get a
professional to do the job.
S Make your first cut
1/3 of theway th roughthe
bottom of the limb.
S Next ma k e a 2nd cut all the way through
thelimb. Then cuta thirdovercut leavinga
1to2inch(2.5to5cm)collarfromthetruck
of the tree.
First cut
Second cut
Third cut
Collar
Pruning technique
SERVICE
WARNING: Disconnect t he spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized or Master Service Dealer.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec-
ommended maintenance
described in the instruction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer .
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work o n the
product, Poulan PRO may not pay for
repairs under warranty. It is your re-
sponsibility to maintain and perform
general maintenance.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check:
Fuel mixture level Before ea ch use....
Bar lubrication Before ea ch use.......
Chain tension Before each use.......
Chain sharpness Before each use.....
For damaged parts Before ea ch use...
For loose caps Before ea ch use......
For loose fasteners Before ea ch use...
For loose parts Before ea ch use......
Inspect and Clean:
Bar Before ea ch use................
Complete saw After each use.......
Air f ilter Every 5 hours*.............
Chain brake Every 5 hours*.........
Spark arresting screen
and muffler Every 25 hours*..........
Replace spark plug Yearly.
Replace fuel filter Yearly...
* Hours of Operation --
Each hour of o peration is approximately
2 tanks of fuel.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warranty , the operator must main-
tain unitas instructed in this manual. Various
adjustments will needto be madeperiodical-
ly to properly maintain your unit.
S Once a year, replace the spark plug, air filter,
and check guide bar and chain for wear . A
new spark plug and air filter assures proper
air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run
better and last longer.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact a n authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
NOTE: It is normal for a smallamount of oil
to appear under the saw after engine stops.
Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank.
S ON/STOP Swit ch -- E n su re ON/ST OP
switch functions properly by moving the
switch to the ST OP position. Make sure en-
gine stops; then restart engine and continue.
S Fuel Tank -- Do not use saw if fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Oil Tank -- Donot use saw if oil tank shows
signs of damage or leaks.
CHECK FOR LO OSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Bar Nuts
S Chain
S Muffler
S Cylinder Shield
S Air Filter
S Handle Screws
S Vibration Mounts
S Starter Housing
S Front Hand Guard
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull
chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts
slowly . See CHAI N SHA RP E NI NG.