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
condition of this tool.
Bar Tool
SPECIALNOTICE:Yoursaw isequipped
with a temperature limiting muffler andspark
arresting
screen
which
meets
the
3.
Turn adjusting screw on bar counter-
clockwise to move the tensioning rack
as far as it will go toward the front of the
bar.
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
Adjusting
Screw
section
for
maintenance
of
the
spark
Tensioning Rack
arresting screen.
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.
Slidethebarbehindclutchdrumuntilbar
stops against clutch drum sprocket.
STANDARDS: This saw is listed by Under-
writer’s Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with:
ANSI
B175.1--2000 American National
Mount the Bar
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
5.
Prepare the chain by checking the proper
direction.Withoutfollowingtheillustrationit
is easy toplacethechainonthesaw inthe
wrong direction. Usethe illustration ofthe
chain to determine the proper direction.
ASSEMBLY
Tip of
Bar
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHINGTHEBAR&CHAIN (Ifnot
already attached)
WARNING:
If received assembled,
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIIRECTION OF ROTATION
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure. Al-
ways wear gloves when handling the chain.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Pro Chainsaw Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Poulan Pro 262 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| Download File |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
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