User manual POULAN 1420-14

[. . . ] West Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4 FRANÇAIS 545186755 Rev. 2 3/15/09 BRW SAFETY RULES gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. WARNING: When using electric WARNING: Always disconnect unit from power source when making repairs, adjustments, and when changing accessories and attachments such as saw bar, chain or guards. Because a chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool, special precautions must be observed to reduce risk of accidents. [. . . ] Do not use damaged parts. WARNING: Before using chain NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, please call 1-800-554-6723. ASSEMBLY Your saw is fully assembled; no assembly is necessary. 6 OPERATION KNOW YOUR SAW READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Oiler Actuator/ Bar Oil Cap Lock-out Button Bar Chain Chain Adjustment Screw Bar Sprocket Hole Trigger Switch Power Cord TRIGGER SWITCH The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit after lock--out button has been pushed in. TRIGGER LOCK-OUT BUTTON The TRIGGER LOCK--OUT BUTTON is a control feature designed to prevent the motor from being accidently started. When the rear handle is gripped in a normal cutting position, the trigger lock--out button can be pushed in by the thumb, permitting the index finger to squeeze the trigger. It is not necessary to maintain pressure on the trigger lock--out button once the trigger has been engaged. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit. SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS Volts 120 25 ft. (7. 67 m) 16 A. W. G. * BAR OIL CAP/OILER ACTUATOR The BAR OIL CAP is used to access the bar oil tank and pressed to supply oil to chain. 8 TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES WARNING: Check for broken or dead branches which can fall while cutting causing serious injury. Do not cut near buildings or electrical wires if you do not know the direction of tree fall, nor cut at night since you will not be able to see well, nor during bad weather such as rain, snow, strong winds, etc. If the tree makes contact with any utility line, the utility complany should be notified immediately. You need a clear area all around the tree so you can have secure footing. S The chain saw operator should keep on the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled. S Study the natural conditions that can cause the tree to fall in a particular direction, such as: S The wind direction and speed. The lean of a tree might not be apparent due to uneven or sloping terrain. If the trunk is rotted, it can snap and fall toward the operator. S Make sure there is enough room for the tree to fall. Maintain a distance of 2-1/2 tree lengths from the nearest person or other objects. S Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made. Plan a clear retreat path Direction of Fall 45_ Hinge holds tree on stump and helps control fall Opening of felling cut Closing of notch FELLING LARGE TREES (6 inches in diameter or larger) The notch method is used to fell large trees. A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the desired direction of fall. [. . . ] Use only the Low Kickback replacement chain specified in the list of available replacement parts. The chain must comply with kickback requirements of ANSI B175. 1 when tested with this saw. See an authorized service dealer to replace and sharpen individual cutters on your chain. WARNING: Adjusting Screw Bar Nuts 3. Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to move the adjusting pin almost as far as it will go to the rear. [. . . ]