Poulan PLN1514 - Manual (Page 5)

F. Use devices, such as low-kickback
chain, guide bar nose guards, chain
brakes and special guide bars,
which reduce the risks associated
with kickback.
G. Use only replacement bars and cha­
ins specified by the manufacturer or
the equivalent.
H. There are no other replacement
components for achieving kickback
protection.
20. POWER SUPPLY: Connect the
chain saw to correct voltage;be sure
that the voltage supplied is the
same as that specified on the
nameplate of the tool.
21. DO NOT operate a chain saw that
is damaged, improperly adjusted, or
not compietely and securely
assembled.Be sure that the saw
chain stops moving when the trigger
is released.
22. DO NOT attempt operations beyond
your capacity or experience.
23. DO NOT operate a chain saw with
one hand! Serious injury to the
operator, helpers, or bystanders
may result from one-handed
operation.A chain saw is intended
for two-handed use.
24. TO REDUCE potential for electric
shock, do not operate the saw on
wet or slippery surfaces, or during
snow storms, rain storms, and other
adverse weather conditions.
25. DO NOT allow dirt, debris or sawdu­
st to build up on the motor or
outside air vents,
26. Follow the manufacturer's sharpen­
ing and maintenance instructions for
the saw chain.
27. Cut at high motor speeds.
28. Operation of a chain saw should be
restricted to mature, properly
instructed individuals,
29. Your chain saw is intended for occa­
sional homeowner use, it is not
made for heavy continuous use,
30. DO NOT FORCE a small saw to do
a job requiring a heavier duty unit,
31. EXAMINE THE ELECTRICAL
SWITCHES,Do not use the chain
saw it the switches do not properly
turn on and off. Do not attempt to
make any repairs to the electric
switches. Take your saw to a
Poulan Authorized Service Center.
32. MAINTAIN EXTENSION CORDS.
Inspect the extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged.
Only use power cords that are
suitably marked for outdoor use.
33. DO NOT OPERATE YOUR CHAIN
SAW near or around flammabie
liquids or gases, whether in or out
doors. An explosion and/or fire may
result.
34. This electric powered saw is intend­
ed for infrequent use by homeown­
er’s. cottagers and campers, and for
such general applications such as
clearing, pruning, cutting firewood,
etc. It is not intended for prolonged
use,if the intended use involves
prolonged periods of operation, this
may cause circulatory problems in
the user’s hands due to vibration.It
may be appropriate to use a saw
having an anti-vibration feature.
35. NEVER REMOVE, modify or make
inoperative any safety device
furnished with your unit,
36. Safety clothing required by your
safety organizations, government
regulations, or your employer should
beused; otherwise, snug fitting
clothing, safety footwear, and hand
and ear protection should be worn.
37. When felling, keep at least two(2)
tree lengths between yourself and
your fellow workers.
38. A!i chain saw service, other than the
items listed in the user manual saf­
ety and maintenance instructions,
should be performed by competent
chain saw personnel. Do not
attempt to repair it yourself; there
are no user serviceable parts inside,
NOTEtLow-kickback saw chain is chain
that has met the kickback performance
requirements of ANSi B175.1-1991 and is
in accordance with CSA Z62.3.Do not
use other replacement chain unless it has
met these requirements for your specific
model.
39.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER
CUTTING ATTACHMENT OR
ACCESSORIES, Use oniy Pouian
replacement pails and accessories,
which are designed specifically to
enhance the performance and max­
imize the safe operation of your cha­
in saw. Failure to do so may cause
poor performance and possible
injury,Use oniy the chain and bar
supplied with thisproduct.Do
not use
any other cuttfng attachment Use
of such attachments will void your
factory warranty and couid result in
serious bodily injury.