S Keep the tree between you and the chain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.
S
Next make a 2nd cut all the way
through the limb. Then cut a third
overcut leaving a 1 to 2 inch collar from
the truck of the tree.
S Remove larger, supporting branches with
thecuttingtechniquesdescribedinBUCK-
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
Second cut
Third cut
S Always use an overcut to cut small and
freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could
cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.
PRUNING
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.
Collar
First cut
Pruning technique
S
Make your fist cut 1/3 of the way
through the bottom of the limb.
SERVICE
Cleaning the air filter:
WARNING:
Disconnect the spark
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after 15
tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation, which-
ever comes first. Clean more frequently in
dusty conditions. A usedairefilter cannever
be completely cleaned. It is advisable to re-
placeyour airfilter withanewoneafterevery
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized service dealer.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT:
Have all
50
hoursofoperation,or annually,whichever
repairs other than the rec-
comes first.
ommended
maintenance
1.
2.
3.
4.
Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
Remove cylinder cover.
Remove air filter.
described in the instruction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
Clean the air filter usinghot soapy water.
Rinsewithcleancoolwater. Air drycom-
pletely before reinstalling.
Reinstall air filter.
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work on the
product, Poulan PRO may not pay for
repairs under warranty. It is your re-
sponsibility to maintain and perform
general maintenance.
5.
6.
Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws.
TIghten securely.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Air Filter
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:
Air Filter
Screws
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use
Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*
Chain brake . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours*
Spark arresting screen
As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,
and must be removedto avoidcreating afire
hazard or affecting engine performance.
Replacethespark arrestingscreen ifbreaks
occur.
and muffler . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours*
Replace spark plug . Yearly
CLEANING THE SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly
*
Hours of Operation
Clean every 25 hours of operation or annually,
whichever comes first.
AIR FILTER
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable solvent to avoid creating
a fire hazard or producing harmful evapora-
tive emissions.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Pro Chainsaw Manuals |
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| Tags | Poulan Pro PP4620AV |
| Model Year | 2009 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
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