NOTE:
If this saw is to be used for com-
Thechainis sharp andcan cutyou evenwhen
it is not moving!
mercial logging, a chain brake is required
and shall not be removed or otherwise dis-
abled tocomply withFederal OSHA Regula-
tions for Commercial Logging.
1.
Loosen and remove the chain brake
nuts and the chain brake from the saw.
Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if
present).
2.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
Location of shipping spacer
people
prone to circulation disorders or
abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel
damage
in otherwise healthy people. If
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain,
loss ofstrength,changeinskincolor ortexture,
or loss offeeling inthe fingers,hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek
medical attention. An anti-vibration system
does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems. Users who operate power tools on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
Chain Brake
Nuts
Chain Brake
closely
their
physical
condition
and
the
Bar Tool
condition of this tool.
3.
An adjusting pin and screw is used to ad-
just the tension of the chain. It is very im-
portant when assembling the bar, that the
pin located on the adjusting screw aligns
intoaholeinthebar.Turningthescrewwill
move the adjustment pin up and down the
screw. Locate this adjustment before you
begin mounting the bar onto the saw. See
illustration below.
SPECIALNOTICE:Yoursaw isequipped
with a temperature limiting muffler andspark
the
arresting
screen
which
meets
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
4443.
All U.S. forest land and the states of
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion engines
tobeequippedwithaspark arrestingscreen.
Ifyouoperateachainsaw inastate or locale
wheresuchregulations exist,you arelegally
responsible for maintaining the operating
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is
a violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE
Inside view of
Chain Brake
section
for maintenance of the spark
arresting screen.
Adjustment located on Chain Brake
FailuretofollowallSafetyRules andPrecau-
tions canresult inserious injury. Ifsituations
occur which are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgement. If you need
assistance, contact your authorized service
dealer or call 1-800--554--6723.
4.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand coun-
terclockwise until the adjusting pin just
touches the stop. This should allow the
pin to be near the correct position.
Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until
guide bar stops against clutch drum
sprocket.
5.
STANDARDS: This saw is listed by Under-
writer’s Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with:
ANSI
B175.1--2000 American National
Standards
for Gasoline--Powered Chain
Saws -- Safety Requirements
CSA Z62.1--03 Chain Saws -- Occupational
Health and Safety
CSA Z62.3--96 Chain Saw Kickback Occu-
pational Health and Safety
Mount the Bar
6.
Carefully remove the chainfrom thepack-
age. Hold chain with the drive links as
shown.
ASSEMBLY
Tip of
Bar
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHINGTHEBAR&CHAIN (Ifnot
already attached)
WARNING:
If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure. Al-
ways wear gloves when handling the chain.
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIIRECTION OF ROTATION
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan BH2160, Poulan LE-Series |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Poulan. Poulan US phone support. Wheeled (Mowers, Tractors, Tillers): 1-800-849-1297 Handheld (Chainsaws, Trimmers): 1-800-554-6723 , Chainsaw |
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| Publisher | poulan.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Poulan |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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