User manual POULAN 195

[. . . ] 104 Warren Road Augusta, GA 30907 FRANÇAIS Copyright E2004 Electrolux Home Products, Inc. 530164364 6/16/04 IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS WARNING!Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the chain saw. Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection. Always use two hands when operating the chain saw. WARNING!Contacting the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause serious injury. XX_ Measured maximum kickback value without chain brake for the bar and chain combination on the label. SAFETY RULES WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs except carburetor adjustments. Because a chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting tool, special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. [. . . ] If your engine still does not start after following these instructions, please call 1- 800- 554- 6723. - HELPFUL TIP IMPORTANT Experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or warm engine after running out of fuel) NOTE: In the following steps, when the choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full extent, the correct throttle setting for starting is set automatically. 9 ON/STOP SWITCH (SIDE VIEW) ON STOP 1. Pull choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to the FULL CHOKE position). NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling and immediately proceed to the next step. CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER (SIDE VIEW) rized service dealer if any part is worn to less than 0. 020 (0. 5 mm) thick. Repairs on a chain brake should be made by an authorized service dealer. Take your unit to the place of purchase if purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized master service dealer. S The inertia-activated chain brake is activated if the front hand guard is pushed forward, either manually (by hand) or automatically (by sudden movement). S If the brake is already activated, it is disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible. Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand until the engine starts. It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 30 seconds at full throttle. S To avoid losing control when cut is complete, do not put pressure on saw at end of cut. S Stop the engine before setting the saw down after cutting. 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. Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made. Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diagonal to the line of fall. Plan a clear retreat path Direction of Fall 45_ FELLING LARGE TREES 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 ale to see well, nor during bad weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds, etc. If the tree makes contact with any utility line, the utility company 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. [. . . ] In California, all small off-road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards. ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. , must warrant the emission control system on your small offroad engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine engine. Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor and the ignition system. Where a warrantable condition exists, ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. , will repair your small off-road engine engine at no cost to you. [. . . ]