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ES300

R

Electrolux Home Products, Inc.

250 Bobby Jones Expressway

Augusta, GA 30907

Electrolux Canada Corporation

6150 McLaughlin Road

Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2

Copyright E2003 Electrolux Home Products, Inc. 530403514 2/11/03

Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

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SAFETY RULES

WARNING: When using electric

gardening appliances, basic safety

precautions must always be followed

to reduce 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 when changing accesso-

ries and attachments such as saw bar,

chain or guards.

Because a chain saw is a high-speed

woodcutting tool, special precautions

must be observed to reduce risk of acci-

dents. Careless or improper use of this

tool can cause serious injury.

PLAN AHEAD

SRestrict the use of your saw to adult

users who understand and can follow

the safety rules, precautions, and op-

erating instructions found in this

manual.

SDress properly. Wear protective gear.

Always use steel-toed safety footwear

with non-slip soles; snug-fitting cloth-

ing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye

protection such as non-fogging,

vented goggles or face screen; an ap-

proved safety hard hat; and sound

barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to pro-

tect your hearing. Regular users

should have hearing checked regular-

ly as chain saw noise can damage

hearing.

SSecure hair above shoulder length. Do

not wear loose clothing or jewelry; they

can get caught in moving parts.

Snug

Fitting

Clothing

Safety

Shoes

Safety Chaps

Heavy Dut

y

Gloves

Eye

Protection

Hearing

Protection

Safety Hat

SKeep all parts of your body away from

the chain when saw is running.

SKeep children away. Do not let visitors

contact chain saw or extension cord. All

visitors should be kept at least 30 feet

(10 meters) away from work area.

SDo not handle or operate a chain saw

when you are fatigued, ill, upset, or if

you have taken alcohol, drugs, or me-

dication. You must be in good physical

condition and mentally alert. If you

have any condition that might be ag-

gravated by strenuous work, check

with doctor before operating. Watch

what you are doing. Use common

sense.

SDo not start cutting until you have a

clear work area, secure footing, and

especially if you are felling a tree, a re-

treat path. Keep work area clean.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

SDo not operate with one hand. Serious

injury to the operator, helpers, or by-

standers may result from one-handed

operation. A chain saw is intended for

two-handed use.

SDo not operate saw from a ladder or in

a tree.

SMake sure the chain will not makecon-

tact with any object while starting the

saw. Never start the saw when the

guide bar is in a cut.

SDo not force chain saw. It will do the job

better and safer at the rate for which it

was intended.

SDo not put pressure on the saw, espe-

cially at the end of the cut. Doing so

can cause you to lose control when

the cut is completed.

SStop the saw before setting it down.

SHand carry saw only when motor is

stopped. Carry the chain saw by the

front handle with the saw stopped, finger

off the switch, the guide bar and saw

chain to the rear.

SUse the right tool, cut wood only. Don’t

use chain saw for purpose not in-

tended; for example, don’t use chain

saw for cutting plastic, masonry, non-

wood building materials.

SDo not operate a chain saw that is

damaged, improperly adjusted, or not

completely and securely assembled.

Always replace bar, chain, hand

guard, or other parts immediately if

they become damaged, broken, or are

otherwise removed.

SInspect chain saw cords periodically

and if damaged, have repaired by an

authorized service dealer.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD

WORKING ORDER

SHave all chain saw service performed

by an authorized service dealer except

the items listed in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual.

SMake certain saw chain stops moving

when trigger switch is released.

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SKeep the handles dry and clean and

free from oil and grease.

SKeep oil cap and fasteners securely

tightened.

SNonconforming 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 and

replacement parts as recommended.

Never modify your saw.

SMaintain chain saw with care.

SKeep unit sharp and clean for better

and safer performance.

SFollow instructions for lubricating and

changing accessories.

SUnplug 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.

SCheck 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.

SWhen not in use, chain saws should

be stored in a dry, high or locked-up

place out of the reach of children.

SWhen 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.

SUse a voltage supply as shown on the

nameplate of the unit.

SAvoid dangerous situations. Do not

use in the presence of flammable liq-

uids or gases to avoid creating a fire or

explosion and/or causing damage to

unit.

STo 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.

STo 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.

SDo not abuse cord. Never carry the

unit by the extension cord or yank ex-

tension cord to disconnect unit.

SSecure extension cord to power cord

to prevent disconnection from unit.

SDo not use the unit if the switch does

not turn the unit on and off properly, or

if the lockout doesnot work. Repairs to

the switch must be made by an autho-

rized service dealer.

SKeep 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.

STo avoid the possibility of electric

shock, avoid body contact with any

grounded conductor, such as metal

fences or pipes.

SGround 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.

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GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK

Follow all safety rules to help avoid kick-

back and other forces which can result in

serious injury.

Kickback Path

Avoid Obstructions

Clear The Working Area

WARNING: Avoid kickback which

can result in serious injury. Kickback is

the backward, upward or sudden for-

ward motion of the guide bar occurring

when the sawchain near the upper tip of

the guide bar contacts any object such

as a log or branch, or when the wood

closes in and pinches the saw chain in

the cut. Contacting a foreign object in

the wood can also result in loss of chain

saw control.

SRotational Kickback can occur when

the moving chain contacts an object at

the upper tip of the guide bar. This con-

tact can cause the chain to dig into the

object, which stops the chain for an

instant. The result is a lightning fast,

reverse reaction which kicks the guide

bar up and back toward the operator.

SPinch-Kickback can occur when the

the wood closes in and pinches the

moving saw chain in the cut along the

top of the guide bar and the saw chain

is suddenly stopped. This sudden

stopping of the chain results in a rever-

sal of the chain force used to cut wood

and causes the saw to move in theop-

posite direction of the chain rotation.

The saw is driven straight back toward

the operator.

SPull-In can occur when the moving

chain contacts a foreign object in the

wood in the cut along the bottom of the

guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly

stopped. This sudden stopping pulls the

saw forward and away from the opera-

tor and could easily cause the operator

to lose control of the saw.

REDUCE THE CHANCE OF

KICKBACK

The following precautions should be fol-

lowed to minimize kickback:

SRecognize that kickback can happen.

With a basic understanding of kickback,

you can reduce the element of surprise

which contributes to accidents.

SNever let the moving chain contact

any object at the tip of the guide bar.

SKeep working area free from obstruc-

tions such as other trees, branches,

rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate

or avoid any obstruction that your saw

chain could hit while cutting.

SWhen cutting a branch, do not let the

guide bar contact another branch or

other objects around it.

SKeep saw chain sharp and properly

tensioned. A loose or dull chain can in-

crease the chance of kickback. Follow

manufacturer’s chain sharpening and

maintenance instructions. Check ten-

sion at regular intervals, but never with

engine running. Make sure bar mount-

ing nuts are securely tightened.

SBegin and continue cutting at full

speed. If the chain is moving at a slow-

er speed, there is greater chance of

kickback occurring.

SUse extreme caution when re-enter-

ing a cut.

SDo not attempt cuts starting with the tip

of the bar (plunge cuts).

SWatch for shifting logs or other objects

that could close a cut and pinch or fall

onto chain.

SUse the specified Reduced-Kickback

Guide Bar and Low Kickback Chain.

Avoid Pinch-Kickback:

SBe extremely aware of situations or

obstructions that can cause material

to pinch the top of or otherwise stop

the chain.

SDo not cut more than one log at a time.

SDo not twist the saw as the bar is with-

drawn from an undercut when buck-

ing.

Avoid Pull-In:

SAlways begin cutting with the saw at

full speed and the saw housing

against wood.

SUse wedges made of plastic or wood.

Never use metal to hold the cut open.

MAINTAIN CONTROL

The following precautions should be fol-

lowed to minimize kickback.

SA good, firm grip on the saw with both

hands will help you maintain control.

Don’t let go. Grip the rear handle with

your right hand whether you are right

or left handed. Wrap the fingers of

your left hand over and around the

front handlebar, and your left thumb

under the front handlebar. Keep your

left arm straight with the elbow locked.

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Right Hand Left Hand

SPosition 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.

SStand with your weight evenly bal-

anced on both feet.

SDo not overreach. You could be drawn

or thrown off balance and lose control.

SDo not cut above shoulder height. It is

difficult to maintain control of saw

above shoulder height.

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

WARNING: The following features

are included on your saw to help reduce

hazard of kickback; however, such fea-

tures will not totally eliminate this dan-

ger. Do not rely only on safety devices.

Follow all safety rules to help avoid kick-

back and other forces which can result

in serious injury.

SHand Guard: designed to reduce the

chance of your left hand contacting

the chain if your hand slips off the front

handlebar.

SPosition of front and rear handlebars:

designed with distance between han-

dles and “in-line” with each other. The

spread and “in-line” position 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.

SReduced-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 accordance with ANSI B175.1.

Large Radius

Tip Guide Bar

Small Radius

Tip Guide Bar

SLow Kickback Chain has met kickback

performance requirements when

tested on the representative sample of

these chain saws specified in ANSI

B175.1.

Low Kickback Chain

Contoured Depth Gauge

Elongated Guard Link

Deflects Kickback Force

And Allows Wood To

Gradually Ride Into Cutter

WARNING: Computed Kickback

Angle (CKA) listed on your saw and listed

in the following CKA Table represents the

angle of kickback your bar and chain

combinations will have when tested in ac-

cordance with CSA and ANSI standards.

Computed angles represented in the CKA

column indicate total energy and angle

associated without a chain brake. When

purchasing replacements, considerations

should be given to the lower CKA values.

In all cases, lower CKA values represent a

safer operating environment for the user.

STip contact in some cases may cause

a lightning fast REACTION, kicking the

guide bar up and back toward the op-

erator.

SPinching the saw chain along the tip of

the guide bar may push the guide bar

rapidly back towards the operator.

SEither of these reactions may cause

you to lose control of the saw which

could result in serious injury. Do not

rely exclusively upon safety devices

built into your saw.

The following guide bar and chain com-

binations meet kickback requirements of

CSA Z62.1 & Z62.3 and ANSI B175.1

when used on saws listed in this manual.

Use of bar and chain combinations other

than those listed is not recommended and

may not meet the CKA requirements per

standard.

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Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table

BAR

P/N Length CHAIN P/N

14!

MODEL

ES300 20_

CKA

952044758 952051469

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-

tions through prolonged use of hand

tools could cause blood vessel or nerve

damage in the fingers, hands, and joints

of people prone to circulation disorders

or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in

cold weather has been linked to blood

vessel damage in otherwise healthy

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 condition of this tool.

DOUBLE INSULATION

CONSTRUCTION

This unit is double insulated to help pro-

tect against electric shock. Double in-

sulation construction consists of two

separate “layers” of electrical insulation

instead of grounding.

Tools built with this insulation system are

not intended to be grounded. No

grounding means is provided on this

unit, nor should a means of grounding

be added to this unit.

Safety precautions must be observed

when operating any electrical tool. The

double insulation system only provides

added protection against injury resulting

from an internal electrical insulation

failure.

WARNING: All electrical repairs to

this unit, including housing, switch, motor,

etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by

qualified service personnel. Replacement

parts for a double insulated appliance

must be identical to the parts they replace.

A double insulated appliance is marked

with the words “double insulation” or

“double insulated”. The symbol

(square within a square) may also be

marked on the appliance. Failure to have

the unit repaired by authorized service

personnel can cause the double insula-

tion construction to become ineffective

and result in serious injury.

STANDARDS: This product is listed by

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. in accor-

dance with UL Standard 1662 and CSA

Standards Z62.1 and Z62.3 and ANSI

B175.1.

ANSI B175.1--2000 “American National

Standard for Powered Tools -- Safety Re-

quirements”

CSA Z62.3 “Chain Saw Kickback Occu-

pational Health and Safety”

CSA Z62.1 “Chain Saws -- Occupational

Health and Safety”

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLY

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list.

SChain Saw (fully assembled)

SBar Sheath

Examine parts for damage. Do not use

damaged parts.

NOTE: If you need assistance or find

that parts are missing or damaged,

please call 1-800-554-6723.

ASSEMBLY

Your unit is fully assembled; no assembly

is required.

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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

Power

Cord Chain

Bar

Chain Adjustment ScrewTrigger Lockout

Button

Hand Guard

Bar Clamp

TRIGGER SWITCH

The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on

the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to

operate the unit after lock--out button

has been pushed forward. Release the

trigger to turn the unit off.

TRIGGER LOCK--OUT BUTTON

The TRIGGER LOCK--OUT BUTTON is a

control feature designed to prevent the

motor from being accidently started.

When the rear handle is gripped in a nor-

mal cutting position, the lock--out button

can be pushed in by the thumb, permit-

ting the index finger to squeeze the trig-

ger. It is not necessary to maintain pres-

sure on the lock--out button once the

trigger has been engaged.

BAR OIL CAP

The BAR OIL CAP is used to fill the bar oil

tank.

CHAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW

The CHAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW is

used to adjust the chain tension.

POWER CORD

The POWER CORD is used to connect

the chain saw to an approved extension

cord.

CHAIN TENSION

It is normal for a new chain to stretch dur-

ing first 30 minutes of operation. You

should check your chain tension frequent-

ly. See CHAIN TENSION under the SER-

VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Use only a voltage supply as specified on

your unit.

SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD

Extension cords are available for this unit .

MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE

RECOMMENDATIONS

Volts

120 16

A.W.G.*

*American Wire Gauge

25 ft.

(7.67 M) 16

A.W.G.*

50 ft.

(15.24 M) 100 ft.

(30.48 M)

14

A.W.G.*

ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO

YOUR CHAIN SAW

To prevent disconnection from unit, se-

cure extension cord to power cord as

shown in the following illustration.

Power Cord

Extension Cord

BEFORE STARTING SAW

WARNING: Be sure to read the

electrical safety information in the safety

rules section of this manual before you

begin. If you do not understand the elec-

trical safety information donot attempt to

use your unit. Seek help from someone

that does understand the information or

call the customer assistance help line at

1-800-554-6723.

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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 from the chain and/or

discoloration of the bar. For maximum

guide bar and chain life, we recommend

you use Poulan chain saw bar oil. If

Poulan bar oil is not available, you may

use a good grade SAE 30 oil until you are

able to obtain Poulan brand. Use a funnel

to fill the tank. Replace oil cap securely.

Check oil level after every 15 minutes of

operation.

STOPPING YOUR SAW

SRelease the trigger switch.

SIf motor does not stop, disconnect

the extension cord. Discontinue use

of the unit until it has been repaired

by an authorized service dealer.

STARTING YOUR SAW

SConnect the saw to a power source

using the proper size extension cord;

see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD in

the OPERATION section).

SGrip both handles firmly.

SPush and hold the trigger lock--out

button with your right hand thumb.

SSqueeze and hold the trigger switch.

OPERATING TIPS

SCheck chain tension before first use

and after 1 minute of operation. See

CHECK CHAIN TENSION in the SER-

VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.

SCut wood only. Do not cut metal, plas-

tics, masonry, non-wood building ma-

terials, etc.

SStop the saw if the chain strikes a for-

eign object. Inspect the saw and repair

parts as necessary.

SKeep the chain out of dirt and sand.

Even a small amount of dirt will quickly

dull a chain and increase the possibil-

ity of kickback.

SPractice cutting a few small logs using

the following steps. This will help you get

the “feel” of using your saw before you

begin a major sawing operation.

SSqueeze trigger switch and allow unit

to reach full speed before cutting.

SBegin cutting with the saw frame

against the log.

SKeep the motor at full speed the en-

tire time you are cutting.

SRelease the trigger switch as soon

as the cut is completed, allowing the

motor to stop.

SKeep the cord away from the cutting

area. Position cord so it will not be

caught on branches and the like dur-

ing cutting.

STo avoid losing control when cut is

complete, do not put pressure on

saw at end of cut.

SStop motor before setting saw down.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

WARNING: Check for broken or

dead branches which can fall while cut-

ting causing serious injury. Do not cut

near buildings or electrical wires if you

do not know the direction of tree fall, nor

cut at night since you will not be able to

see well, nor during bad weather such

as rain, snow, or strong winds, etc. If the

tree does make contact with any utility

line, the utility company should be noti-

fied immediately.

SCarefully plan your sawing operation in

advance.

SClear the work area. You need a clear

area all around the tree so you can

have secure footing.

SThe chain saw operator should keep

on the uphill side of the terrain as the

tree is likely to roll or slide downhill

after it is felled.

SStudy the natural conditions that can

cause the tree to fall in a particular

direction, such as:

SThe wind direction and speed.

SThe lean of the tree. The lean of a

tree might not be apparent due to un-

even or sloping terrain. Use a plumb

or level to determine the direction of

tree lean.

SWeight and branches on one side.

SSurrounding trees and obstacles.

SLook for decay and rot. If the trunk is

rotted, it can snap and fall toward the

operator.

SMake sure there is enough room for

the tree to fall. Maintain a distance of

2-1/2 tree lengths from the nearest

person or other objects. Noise can

drown out a warning call.

SRemove 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

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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 desired direction of fall. After a felling

cut is made on the opposite side of tree,

the tree will tend to fall in the direction of

the notch.

NOTE: If tree has large buttress roots,

remove them before making the notch. If

using saw to remove buttress roots,

keep saw chain from contacting ground

to prevent dulling of the chain.

NOTCH CUT AND FELLING TREE

SMake notch cut by cutting the top of

the notch first. Cut through 1/3 of the

diameter of the tree. Next complete

the notch by cutting the bottom. See il-

lustration. Once the notch is cut, re-

move the wedge of wood from tree.

Notch

First cut

Second cut

Final cut here

Hinge

SAfter removing the wood from the notch,

make the felling cut on the opposite side

of the notch. This is done by making a

cut about two inches higher than the

center of the notch. This will leave

enough uncut wood between the felling

cut and the notch to form a hinge. This

hinge will help prevent the tree from fal-

ling in the wrong direction.

Opening

of felling

cut

Closing of

notch

Hinge holds tree on stump and

helps control fall.

NOTE: Before felling cut is complete,

use wedges to open the cut when

necessary to control the direction of fall.

To avoid kickback and chain damage,

use wood or plastic wedges, but never

steel or iron wedges.

SBe alert to signs that the tree is ready to

fall: cracking sounds, widening of the

felling cut, or movement in the upper

branches.

SAs tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it

down, and get away quickly on your

planned retreat path.

SDO NOT 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

(BUCKING)

Bucking is the term used for cutting a fall-

en tree to the desired log size.

WARNING: Do not stand on the

log being cut. Any portion can roll caus-

ing loss of footing and control. Do not

stand downhill of the log being cut.

IMPORTANT POINTS

SCut only one log at a time.

SCut shattered wood very carefully;

sharp pieces of wood could be flung

toward operator.

SUse a sawhorse to cut small logs. Nev-

er allow another person to hold the log

while cutting and never hold the log

with your leg or foot.

SDo not cut in an area where logs, limbs,

and roots are tangled. Drag logs into a

clear area before cutting them by pulling

out exposed and cleared logs first.

BUCKING TECHNIQUES

WARNING: If saw becomes

pinched or hung in a log, don’t try to force it

out. You can lose control of the saw result-

ing in injury and/or damage to the saw.

Stop the saw, drive a wedge of plastic or

wood into the cut until the saw can be re-

moved easily. Restart the saw and care-

fully reenter the cut. Do not use a metal

wedge. Do not attempt to restart your saw

when it is pinched or hung in a log.

Use a wedge to remove pinched saw

Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or

wooden wedge to force cut open.

Overcutting begins on the top side of the

log with the bottom of the saw against the

log. When overcutting use light downward

pressure.

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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 pressure. Hold saw firmly and main-

tain control. The saw will tend to push

back toward you.

WARNING: Never turn saw upside

down to undercut. The saw cannot be

controlled in this position.

Always make your first cut on the com-

pressions side of the log. The compres-

sion side of the log is where the pressure

of the log’s weight is concentrated.

First cut on compression side of log

Second cut

First cut on compression side of log

Second cut

BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT

SOvercut through 1/3 of the diameter of

the log.

SRoll the log over and finish with a sec-

ond overcut.

SWatch for logs with a compression

side to prevent the saw from pinching.

See illustration above for cutting logs

with a compression side.

BUCKING USING A LOG OR

SUPPORT STAND

SRemember your first cut is always on

the compression side of the log.

(Refer to the illustration below for your

first and second cut)

SYour first cut should extend 1/3 of the

diameter of the log.

SFinish with your second cut.

1st Cu

t

2nd Cut

Usingalogforsupport

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.

WARNING: Neverclimbintoatree

to limb or prune. Do not stand on lad-

ders, platforms, a log, or in any position

which can cause you to lose your bal-

ance or control of the saw.

IMPORTANT POINTS

SWatch out for spring poles. Spring

poles are small size limbs which can

whip toward you or pull you off bal-

ance. Use extreme caution when cut-

ting small size limbs.

SBe alert for spring back from any

branches that are bent or under pres-

sure. Avoid being struck by the branch

or the saw when the tension in the

wood fibers is released.

SFrequently clear branches out of the

way to avoid tripping over them.

LIMBING

SLimb a tree only after it is cut down.

SLeave the larger limbs underneath the

felled tree to support the tree as you

work.

SStart at the base of the felled tree and

work toward the top, cutting branches

and limbs. Remove small limbs with

one cut.

SKeep tree between you and the chain.

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SRemove larger branches with the cut-

ting techniques described BUCKING

WITHOUT A SUPPORT.

SAlways use an overcut to cut small

and freely hanging limbs. Undercut-

ting 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.

SMake your first cut 1/3 of the way

through the bottom of the limb. This

cut will make the limb sag so that it

falls easily on the second cut.

SNext make a second cut all the way

through the limb.

SFinish the pruning operation by using

an overcut so that the stump of the

limb protrudes 1 to 2 inches (3--5 cm)

from the trunk of the tree.

First cut

1/3 of way

Second cut

3rd cut 1 to 2 in.

(3--5 cm) from

trunk of tree

MAINTENANCE

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Fill in dates as you complete

regular service

Check for damaged/worn parts

Check for loose fasteners/parts

Check chain tension

Check chain sharpness

Check guide bar

Inspect and clean unit & labels

Before

Use After

Use Every

15 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 this

manual. Various adjustments will need

to be made periodically to properly

maintain your unit. Improper mainte-

nance may cause damage to the unit

and possible injury to the operator or by-

standers.

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for

replacement of worn or damaged parts.

NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of

oil to appear under the saw after motor

stops. Do not confuse this with a leaking

oil tank.

STrigger Switch -- Ensure the trigger

switch functions properly by squeez-

ing and holding the trigger switch.

Make sure motor starts and stops.

SOil Tank -- Discontinue use of chain

saw if oil tank shows signs of damage

or leaks.

SExtension Cord -- Discontinue use if

chain saw extension cord showssigns

of damage or wear.

CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS

AND PARTS

SBar Clamp Nuts

SChain

SBar Adjusting Screw

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CHECK CHAIN TENSION

WARNING: Wear protective

gloves when handling chain. The chain

is sharp and can cut you even when it is

not moving.

Chain tension is very important. Chain

stretches during use. This is especially

true during the first few times you use your

saw. Always check chain tension each

time you use your saw.

DUnplug unit from the power source.

DUse a screwdriver to move chain

around guide bar to ensure kinks do not

exist. The chain should rotate freely.

DLoosen bar clamp nuts until they are

finger tight against the bar clamp.

DTurn the adjusting screw clockwise until

the chain solidly contacts bottom of

guide bar rail. Then, turn adjusting

screw an additional 1/4 turn.

Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn

NOTE: To tighten the chain, turn the ad-

justing screw clockwise; to loosen the

chain, turn the adjusting screw counter-

clockwise.

Adjusting Screw

DCheck the tension by lifting the chain

from the guide bar. Remove some of the

stiffness in the chain by pulling down

and letting go of the chain several times.

DContinue turning the adjusting screw

until the tension is correct.

DTighten bar mounting nuts with a

wrench.

DRecheck chain tension.

WARNING: If the saw is operated

with a loose chain, the chain could jump

off the guide bar and result 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:

SSaw cuts to one side or at an angle.

SSaw has to be forced through the cut.

SInadequate supply of oil to the bar and

chain.

Check the condition of the guide bar each

time the chain is sharpened. A worn guide

bar will damage the chain and make cut-

ting difficult.

After each use, with unit disconnected

from power source, clean all sawdust from

the guide bar and sprocket hole.

To maintain guide bar:

SDisconnect the chain saw from the

power source.

SLoosen and remove bar mounting nuts.

Remove bar and chain from saw.

SClean the oil holes and bar groove af-

ter each 5 hours of operation.

Remove Sawdust From

Guide Bar Groove

Sprocket Hole

Oil Holes

SAdd lubricant to sprocket hole after

each use.

SBurring of guide bar rails is a normal

process of rail wear. Remove these

burrs with a flat file.

SWhen rail top is uneven, use a flat file

to restore square edges and sides.

Correct GrooveWorn Groove

File Rail Edges

and Sides

Square

Replace the guide bar when the groove is

worn, the guide bar is bent or crack--ed, or

when excess heating or burring of the rails

occurs. If replacement is necessary, use

only the guide bar specified for your saw in

the repair parts list or on the decal located

on the chain saw.

LUBRICATION

Bar

Sprocket

Bar Oil

Fill Cap

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SCheck bar and chain oil before use

and every 15 minutes while operating

the saw. See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN

OIL under the OPERATION section.

SLubricate bar sprocket hole after each

use.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND

LABELS

SAfter each use, inspect complete unit

for loose or damaged parts. Clean the

unit and labels using a damp cloth with

a mild detergent.

SWipe off the unit and labels with a

clean dry cloth.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CHAIN SHARPENING

Chain sharpening requires special tools.

You can purchase sharpening tools at an

authorized service dealer or go to a pro-

fessional chain sharpener.

WARNING: Avoid accidental start-

ing. Always unplug saw from power

source before installing a bar and/or

chain.

CHAIN REPLACEMENT

WARNING: Wear protective

gloves when handling chain. The chain

is sharp and can cut you even when it is

not moving.

It is normal for a new chainto 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 replacement parts.

The chain must comply with kickback re-

quirements of ANSI B175.1 when tested

with this saw. See your authorized ser-

vice dealer to replace and sharpen indi-

vidual cutters on your chain.

TO REPLACE CHAIN:

DDisconnect the chain saw from the

power source.

Bar Nuts

Adjusting Screw

Bar

Clamp

SRemove bar mounting nuts, bar clamp

plate, and old chain.

STurn the adjusting screw counter-

clockwise to move the adjusting pin al-

most as far as it will go to the rear. Do

not remove the adjusting screw from

the unit.

SHold chain with cutters facing as

shown.

CUTTERS MUST FACE IN

DIRECTION OF ROTATION

Tip of

Bar

Cutters Depth Gauge

Drive Links

SPlace chain around the sprocket and

fit the drive links into the guide bar

groove and then around guide bar

nose.

SHold the guide bar against the saw

frame and install the bar clamp.

Be sure adjusting pin is in the adjust-

ingpinholeinthebar.

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Inside view of

Bar Clamp

Adjusting

screw

Adjusting pin

Adjusting pin hole

SSecure the guide bar and bar clamp

plate with the bar 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 CHAIN TENSION in the MAIN-

TENANCE section.

CUSTOMER SERVICEABLE PARTS

WARNING: Use of any other ac-

cessory or attachment might present a

risk of injury to the operator.

REPLACEMENT PART PART NO.

Hex Nuts 530015917

Oil Cap 530053072

Bar Adjusting Screw 530016265

Bar Adjusting Pin 530053068

File (5/32” dia.) Twin Pak 952055085

Xtra GUARDrChain --14” 952051469

Xtra GUARDrChain --16” 952051470

Lo--KickrGuide Bar -- 14” 952044758

Lo--KickrGuide Bar -- 16” 952044759

Bar & Chain Lubricant --1 qt 952030203

Bar & Chain Lubricant --1 gal 952030204

STORAGE

WARNING: Perform the following

steps after each use:

SAllow motor to cool before storing or

transporting.

SStore chain saw and extension cord in

a well ventilated area

SStore chain saw with all guards in

place and position chain saw so that

any sharp object cannot accidentally

cause injury.

SStore chain saw unplugged, well out of

the reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare your unit for storage at the end of

the season or if it will not be used for 30

days or more.

If your chain saw is to be stored for a

period of time:

SClean it thoroughly before lengthy

storage.

SStore in a clean dry area.

SLightly oil external metal surfaces and

guide bar.

SOil the chain and wrap it in heavy

paper or cloth.

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TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Chain does

not move

when trigger

switch is

engaged.

1. Chain tension incorrect.

2. Guide bar rails pinched.

3. Trigger switch failure.

4. Circuit breaker tripped/

fuse failure.

1. See “Check Chain Tension” in

Maintenance section.

2. Repair or replace.

3. Contact authorized service dealer.

4. Reset circuit breaker or replace

fuse.

Chain clat-

ters or cuts

roughly.

1. Chain tension incorrect.

2. Cutters damaged.

3. Chain worn.

4. Cutters dull, improperly

sharpened, or depth

gauges too high.

5. Sprocket worn.

1. See “Check Chain Tension” in

Maintenance Section.

2. Contact authorized service dealer.

3. Resharpen or replace chain.

4. See “Chain Sharpening” in

Service and Adjustments section.

5. Contact authorized service dealer.

1. Chain cutter tops not

filed 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 disconnect from the power source be-

fore performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies

that require unit to be operating.

1. Cutters damaged on

one side.

2. Chain dull on one side.

3. Guide bar bent or worn.

1. See “Chain Sharpening” in

Service and Adjustments section.

2. See “Chain Sharpening” in

Service and Adjustments section.

3. Replace guide bar.

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good

judgement. If you need assistance, contact an authorized service dealer or call

1-800-554-6723.

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,

INC., warrants to the original 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 Poulan brand electric product

within one (1) year from the original date of

purchase.

If your Poulan brand electric or cordless

product should fail within the limited war-

ranty period, return it, complete, prepaid,

with proof of purchase, to the dealer from

whom it was purchased for repair or re-

placement at the option of ELECTRO-

LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.

This warranty is not transferable and does

not cover damage or liability caused by

improper handling, improper mainte-

nance or the use of accessories and/or at-

tachments not specifically recommended

by ELECTROLUX 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 CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL

OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,

AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS

WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-

PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-

TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-

RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR

LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-

QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMI-

TATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY

TO YOU.

The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME

PRODUCTS, INC., is to continuously im-

prove its products. Therefore, ELECTRO-

LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., reserves

the right to change, modify, or discontinue

models, designs, specifications, and ac-

cessories of all products at any time with-

out notice or obligation to any purchaser.