Poulan ES350WT - Manual (Page 8)

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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
S
Release the trigger switch.
S If 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
1. Connect the saw to a power source
using the proper size extension cord ;
see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD ).
2. Grip both handles firmly.
3. Push and hold the trigger lock--out
button with your right hand thumb.
4. Squeeze and hold the trigger switch.
CUTTING METHODS
OPERATING TIPS
S
Check chain tension before first use
and after 1 minute of operation. See
CHECK CHAIN TENSION in the MAIN-
TENANCE section.
S
Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plas-
tics, masonry, non-wood building ma-
terials, etc.
S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a for-
eign object. Inspect the saw and repair
parts as necessary.
S Keep 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.
S Practice 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.
S
Squeeze trigger switch and allow unit
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
complete, do not put pressure on
saw at end of cut.
S Stop 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.
S
Carefully plan your sawing operation in
advance.
S
Clear the work area. You need a clear
area all around the tree so you can have
secure footing.
S The chain saw operator should keep
on the uphill side of the terrain as the
tree is likely to roll or slide downhill af-
ter it is felled.
S
Study the natural conditions that can
cause the tree to fall in a particular direc-
tion, such as:
S
The wind direction and speed.
S The 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.
S Weight and branches on one side.
S
Surrounding trees and obstacles.
S Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is
rotted, it can snap and fall toward the
operator.
S Make sure there is enough room for
the tree to fall. Maintain a distance of
2-1/2 tree lengths from the nearest per-
son or other objects. Noise can drown
out a warning call.