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Keep oil cap and fasteners securely
tightened.

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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 PRO

!

accesso-

ries

and

replacement

parts

as

recommended.

Never modify your

saw.

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Maintain chain saw with care.

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Keep unit sharp and clean for better and
safer performance.

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Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.

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Unplug the chain saw from the power
source when not in use, before servic-
ing, and when changing accessories
and attachments, such as saw chain
and guard.

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Check for damaged parts. Before fur-
ther use of the chain saw, a guard or
other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its in-
tended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any
other conditions that may affect its op-
eration. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by an

authorized service

dealer

unless otherwise indicated else-

where in the instruction manual.

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When not in use, chain saws should be
stored in a dry, high or locked-up place
out of the reach of children.

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When storing saw, unplug and use a bar
sheath or carrying case.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

WARNING:

Avoid a dangerous

environment. To reduce the risk of elec-
trical shock, do not use in rain, in damp
or wet locations, or around swimming
pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to
snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibil-
ity of electrical shock. Do not handle ex-
tension cord or plug with wet hands.

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Use a voltage supply as shown on the
nameplate of the unit.

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Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use
in the presence of flammable liquids or
gases to avoid creating a fire or explo-
sion and/or causing damage to unit.

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To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
this appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other) and will re-
quire the use of a polarized extension
cord. The appliance plug will fit into a po-
larized extension cord only one way. If

the plug does not fit fully into the exten-
sion cord, reverse the plug. If the plug
still does not fit, obtain a correct polar-
ized extension cord. A polarized exten-
sion cord will require the use of a polar-
ized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the
polarized wall outlet only one way. If
plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet,
reverse the plug. If the plug still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper wall outlet. Do not change the
equipment plug, extension cord recep-
tacle, or extension cord plug in any way.

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To reduce risk of electrical shock, use
extension cords specifically marked as
suitable for outdoor appliances.

The

electrical rating of the cord must not be
less than the rating of unit. The cord
must be marked with suffix “W--A” (in
Canada, “W”). Use a polarized cord.
Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. Inspect extension cord
before use and replace if damaged. Do
not use a damaged cord. Cord insula-
tion must be intact with no cracks or de-
terioration. Plug connectors must be
undamaged. An undersized extension
cord will cause a drop in line voltage re-
sulting in loss of power and overheating.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The lower the gauge number, the heavi-
er the cord (see

SELECT AN EXTENSION

CORD

in the

OPERATION

section). Do

not use multiple cords.

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Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit
by the extension cord or yank extension
cord to disconnect unit.

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Secure extension cord to power cord to
prevent disconnection from unit.

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Do not use the unit if the switch does not
turn the unit on and off properly, or if the
lockout does not work. Repairs to the
switch must be made by an a

uthorized

service dealer

.

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Keep extension cord clear of operator
and obstacles at all times. Position cord
so that it will not be caught on branches.
Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water,
or sharp edges.

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To avoid the possibility of electric shock,
avoid body contact with any grounded
conductor, such as metal fences or
pipes.

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Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on circuit
or outlet to be used. Receptacles are
available having built-in GFCI protection
and may be used for this measure of
safety. Inspect chain saw cords periodi-
cally and if damaged, have repaired by
an

authorized service dealer

.

Summary of Contents for PP300E

Page 1: ...toutes les instructions de sécurité Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS Please do not return unit to retailer Por favor no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra Veuillez ne pas retourner l outil au détaillant 1 800 554 6723 www poulan com PP300E Electrolux Home Products Inc 250 Bobby Jones Expressway Augusta GA 30907 Electrolux Canada Corporati...

Page 2: ...lly alert If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work check with doctor be fore operating Watch what you are doing Use com mon sense S Do not start cutting until youhave aclear work area secure footing and especial ly if you are felling a tree a retreat path Keep work area clean OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY S Do not operate with one hand Serious injury to the operator helpers o...

Page 3: ...ay If the plug does not fit fully into the exten sion cord reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit obtain a correct polar ized extension cord A polarized exten sion cord will require the use of a polar ized wall outlet This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit contact a qual...

Page 4: ...se control of the saw REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK The following precautions should be fol lowed to minimize kickback S Recognize that kickback can happen With a basic understanding of kickback you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents S Never let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the guide bar S Keep working area free from obstruc tions such as other t...

Page 5: ...tion of the hands provided by this design work to gether to give balance and resistance in controlling the pivot of the saw back to ward the operator if kickback occurs S Reduced Kickback Guide Bar de signed with a small radius tip which re duces the size of the kickback danger zone This type bar has been demon strated to significantly reduce the num ber and seriousness of kickbacks when tested in...

Page 6: ...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 sys tem does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must closely monitor their physical condition and the ...

Page 7: ...he adjusting screw aligns into a hole in the bar Adjusting Screw S Turn the adjusting screw counterclock wise to move the adjustingpin almostas far as it will go to the rear Do not remove the adjusting screw from the unit This should allow the pin to be near the cor rect position Further adjustment may be necessary as you mount the bar S Mount the bar as illustrated S Slide the bar toward the rear...

Page 8: ... tighten the bar clamp nuts with the assembly tool S Recheck chain tension Tension is cor rect when chain does not sag below the bar but still can be moved around the bar 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 loca tion of the various controls and adjustments Sav...

Page 9: ...ProR bar oil is not available you may use a good grade SAE 30 oil until you are able to ob tain Poulan or Poulan ProR brand Use a funnel to fill the tank Replace oil cap se curely Check oil level after every 15 min utes of operation CHAIN BRAKE Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pull ing the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible The chain brake must be disengaged before...

Page 10: ...t to reach full speed before cutting S Begin cutting with the saw frame against the log S Keep the motor at full speed the en tire time you are cutting S Release the trigger switch as soon as the cut is completed allowing the motor to stop S Keep the cord away from the cutting area Position cord so it will not be caught on branches and the like dur ing cutting S To avoid losing control when cut is...

Page 11: ...ovement in the upper branches S As tree starts to fall stop saw put it down and get away quickly on your planned retreat path S DONOT use your saw to cut down a par tially fallen tree Be extremely cautious with partially fallen trees that may be poorly supported When a tree doesn t fall completely set saw aside and pull down tree with a cable winch block and tackle or tractor CUTTING A FALLEN TREE...

Page 12: ...f the log S Finish with your second cut 1st Cut 2nd Cut Using a log for support 2nd Cut 1st Cut 1st Cut 2nd Cut Using a support stand 1st Cut 2nd Cut LIMBING AND PRUNING WARNING Be alert for and guard against kickback Do not allow the mov ing chain to contact any other branches or objects at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or pruning Allowing such contact can result in serious injury WARNIN...

Page 13: ...5 min Service Dates n n n n n n Check bar and chain oil level Lubricate bar sprocket hole Clean guide bar groove n n n n WARNING Disconnect power source before performing maintenance GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to oper ator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty the operator must maintain unit as instructed in...

Page 14: ...t in serious in jury CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS A sharp chain makes wood chips A dull chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly See CHAIN SHARPENING in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section CHECK GUIDE BAR Conditions which require guide bar main tenance S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle S Saw has to be forced through the cut S Inadequate supply of oil to the bar and chain Check the condition of th...

Page 15: ...is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving It is normal for a new chain to stretch dur ing the first 30 minutes of operation You should recheck your chain tension fre quently and adjust the chain tension as required See CHECK CHAIN TENSION section Replace the old chain when it becomes worn or damaged Use only the Low Kickback replacement chain specified in the list of available replacemen...

Page 16: ...rew 530016265 Bar Adjusting Pin 530053068 File 5 32 dia Twin Pak 952055085 Xtra GUARDr Chain 14 952051469 Xtra GUARDr Chain 16 952051470 Lo Kickr Guide Bar 14 952044758 Lo Kickr Guide Bar 16 952044759 Bar Chain Lubricant 1 qt 952030203 Bar Chain Lubricant 1 gal 952030204 STORAGE WARNING Perform the following steps after each use S Allow motor to cool before storing or transporting S Store chain sa...

Page 17: ...flat 2 Guide bar burred or bent rails uneven Chain stops during cut 1 See Chain Sharpening in Service and Adjustments section 2 Repair or replace guide bar Oil inade quate for bar and chain lubrication 1 Oil tank empty 2 Oil outlet clogged 3 Guide bar oil hole blocked 1 Fill oil tank 2 Contact authorized service dealer 3 Remove bar and clean Chain cuts at an angle WARNING Always stop unit and disc...

Page 18: ...LUX HOME PRODUCTS INC for this electric product Additionally this warranty does not cover parts that will wear and require replacement with rea sonable use during the warranty period This warranty does not cover pre delivery setup or normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LE GAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE NO ...

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