Poulan PP4218AVHD Chainsaw User Manual


 
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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
W ARNING! This chain
saw can be dangerous! Care-
less or improper use cancause
serious or even fatal injury.
Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the chain saw.
Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.
WARNING! Contacting t he guidebar tip w ith anyobject
should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to
movesuddenlyupwardandbackward, whichmaycausese-
rious injury.
Alwayswearappropriateearprotection,eye protectionandheadprotection.
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Measured maximum kickback valuewithout c hainbrake for thebar
and chain combination on the label.
SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Always disconnect
spark plug wire and place wire where i tcan-
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, ad-
justing or making repairs except carburetor
adjustments.
Because achain saw is a high- speed wood-
cutting tool, special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or improper use of this tool can
cause serious injury.
PLAN AHEAD
S Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use the unit.
S Restrict the use ofyour saw t o adultusers
who understand and can follow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions found in this manual.
S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-
toed safety footwear with non-slip soles;
snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip
gloves; eye protection such as non-fog-
ging, vented goggles or face screen; an
approved safetyhardhat;and soundbarri-
ers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your
hearing. Regular users shouldhavehear-
ing checked regularly as chain saw noise
can damage hearing. Secure hair above
shoulder length.
Snug
Fitting
Clothing
Safety
Shoes
Safety Chaps
Heavy Duty
Gloves
Eye
Protection
Hearing
Protection
Safety Hat
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
chain when the engine is running.
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of30 feet (10meters) awayfrom
thework area.Donotallowotherpeopleor
animals to be near the chain saw when
starting or operating the chain saw.
S Do not handle or operate a chain saw when
you a re fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have
taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You
must beingoodphysical condition andmen-
tally alert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If
you have any conditio n thatmight be a ggra-
vated by strenuous work, check with your
doctor before operating a chain saw.