POWER CORD
CHAIN TENSION
The POWER CORD is used to connect It is normal for a new chain to stretch dur-
the chain saw to an approved extension ing first 30 minutes of operation. You
cord.
shouldcheckyourchain tensionfrequent-
ly. See CHAIN TENSION under the SER-
VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CHAIN BRAKE
Use only a voltage supply as specified on Ensurechainbrakeisdisengaged bypull-
your unit.
ing the front hand guard back toward the
front handle as far as possible. The chain
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Extensioncords areavailable forthis unit. brake must be disengaged before cutting
with the saw.
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
RECOMMENDATIONS
STOPPING YOUR SAW
S Release the trigger switch.
25
(7.67
16
A.W.G.*
ft.
M)
50 ft.
(15.24 M) (30.48 M)
16
A.W.G.*
100 ft.
Volts
120
If motor does not stop, disconnect
the extension cord. Discontinue use
of the unit until it has been repaired
by an authorized service dealer.
S
14
A.W.G.*
*American Wire Gauge
STARTING YOUR SAW
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.
S Connect the saw to a power source
using the proper size extension cord;
see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD in
the OPERATION section).
S Grip both handles firmly.
S Push and hold the trigger lock--out
button with your right hand thumb.
S Squeeze and hold the trigger switch.
Power Cord
CHAIN BRAKE
WARNING: If the brake band is
worn too thin it may break when the chain
brake is triggered. With a broken brake
band, the chain brake will not stop the
chain. The chain brake must be replaced
if any part is worn to less than 1/32" thick.
Repairs on achain brakeshould bemade
by your authorized service dealer. Take
your unit to the place of purchase or tothe
nearest authorized service dealer.
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.
S This saw is equipped with a chain
brake.Thebrakeisdesignedto stopthe
chain if kickback occurs.
S The inertia--activated chain brake is ac-
tivated if the front hand guard is pushed
forward, either manually (by hand) or
automatically (by sudden movement).
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
Thebarandchainrequirelubrication. The
chain oiler provides lubrication to the
chain and guide bar. Be sure to fill the bar
oil tank before each cutting session. Lack S If the brake is already activated, it is dis-
of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain.
Too little oil will cause overheating shown
by smoke coming from the chain and/or
engaged by pulling thefront handguard
back toward the front handle as far as
possible.
discoloration of the bar. For maximum S When cutting with the saw, the chain
brake must be disengaged.
guide bar and chain life, we recommend
you use Poulan or Poulan ProR chain
saw bar oil. If Poulan or Poulan ProR bar
oil is not available, you may use a good
grade SAE 30 oil until you are able to ob-
tainPoulan orPoulan ProRbrand. Usea
funnel to fill the tank. Replace oil cap se-
curely. Check oil level after every 15 min-
utes of operation.
Disengaged
Engaged
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Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Pro Chainsaw Manuals |
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Tags | Poulan Pro PP300E |
Model Year | 2003 |
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Document Type | Owner's Manual |
Language | English |
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Publisher | poulanpro.com |
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