Using a support stand
2
nd Cut
S Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
S Always usean overcutto cutsmall andfree-
ly hanging limbs. Undercutting could cause
limbs to fall and pinch the saw.
PRUNING
1
st Cut
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.
1
st Cut
S Makeyour firstcut 1/3oftheway throughthe
bottom of the limb.
S Next make a 2nd cut all the way through
thelimb. Thencutathirdovercutleavinga
2
nd Cut
1
to2inch(2.5to5cm)collarfromthetruck
of the tree.
Second cut
LIMBING AND PRUNING
Third cut
WARNING:
Be alert for and guard
against kickback. Do not allow the moving
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
Collar
serious injury.
First cut
Pruning technique
WARNING: Neverclimbintoatreeto
limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, plat-
forms,alog,or inany positionwhichcancause
you to lose your balance or control of the saw.
SERVICE
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure footing
and balance.
WARNING:
Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service andadjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized or Master Service Dealer.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
S Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles are
small size limbs which can catch the saw
chainandwhiptowardyouor pullyouoffbal-
ance.
Use extreme caution when cutting
small size limbs or slender material.
S Be alert for springback. Watch out for
branches that are bent or underpressure.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the
saw whenthe tension in the woodfibers is
released.
Check:
Fuel mixture level . . . . Before each use
Bar lubrication. . . . . . . Before each use
Chain tension . . . . . . . Before each use
Chain sharpness . . . . Before each use
For damaged parts . . Before each use
For loose caps . . . . . . Before each use
For loose fasteners. . . Before each use
For loose parts . . . . . . Before each use
Inspect and Clean:
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
LIMBING
S Alwayslimbatreeafteritis cutdown. Only
then can limbing be donesafely and prop-
erly.
S Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled
tree to support the tree as you work.
S Start at the base of the felled tree and work
toward the top, cutting branches and limbs.
Remove small limbs with one cut.
S Keep the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.
Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use
Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*
Chain brake . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*
Spark arresting screen
and muffler . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours*
Replace spark plug . Yearly
Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly
*
Hours of Operation
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Pro Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan Pro PPB1634, Poulan Pro PPB1838 |
| Model Year | 2003 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
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