1
st Cut
Avoid being struck by the branch or the
saw when the tension in the wood fibers is
released.
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
2
nd Cut
LIMBING
S Alwayslimbatreeafter itis cutdown. Only
then can limbing be done safely and prop-
erly.
2nd Cut
Using a support stand
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.
1
st Cut
1
st Cut
S Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
2
nd Cut
S Always usean overcutto cutsmall andfree-
ly hanging limbs. Undercutting could cause
limbs to fall and pinch the saw.
PRUNING
LIMBING AND PRUNING
WARNING:
Limit pruning to limbs
WARNING:
Be alert for and guard
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
branches are higher than your shoulder. Get a
professional to do the job.
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.Allowingsuchcontactcanresultinse-
rious injury.
S Makeyour firstcut 1/3oftheway throughthe
bottom of the limb.
S Next make a 2nd cut all the way through
thelimb. Thencutathirdovercutleavinga
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.
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure footing
and balance.
1
to2inch(2.5to5cm)collarfromthetruck
of the tree.
Second cut
Third cut
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 under pressure.
Collar
First cut
Pruning technique
SERVICE
HELPFUL TIP
WARNING:
Disconnect the spark
IMPORTANT:
Have all
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
repairs other than the rec-
ommended
maintenance
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized or Master Service Dealer.
described in the instruction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
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.
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| Categories | Chainsaw Manuals, Poulan Pro Chainsaw Manuals |
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| Tags | Poulan Pro SM4218AVX |
| Model Year | 2010 |
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| Document Type | Owner's Manual |
| Language | English |
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