ENGLISH R Please do not return unit to retailer. Por favor, no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra. Veuillez ne pas retourner l’outil au détaillant. 1-800-554-6723 www.poulan--pro.com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions 295 ESPAÑOL WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS WARNING! This chain saw can be dangerous! 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.
eye protection such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage hearing. Secure hair above shoulder length.
S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the wood closes in and pinches the moving saw chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stopping of the chain results in a reversal of the chain force used to cut wood and causes the saw to move in the opposite direction of the chain rotation. The saw is driven straight back toward the operator.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES WARNING: WE DO NOT REPRESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT ASSUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A KICKBACK. Kickback is a lightning fast action which throws the bar and rotating chain back and up toward the operator. Kickback can be caused by allowing contact of the bar tip in the danger zone with any hard object. Kickback can also be caused by pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar. This action may push the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator.
Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table BAR MODEL P/N Length CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake 295 952044815 20″ 952051310 31_ NOTE: If this saw is to be used for commer- 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 to be equipped with a spark arresting screen.
Checking the tension: Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjustment tool (bar tool) to move the chain around the bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too tight. If too loose, the chain will sag below the bar. Mount the bar 5. Prepare the chain by checking the proper direction. Without following the illustration it is easy to place the chain on the saw in the wrong direction. Use the illustration of the chain to determine the proper direction.
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.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 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. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON position. 2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to the FULL CHOKE position). 3. Pull starter rope quickly with your right hand a maximum of 10 times. Then, proceed to the next step. NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying to start before the 10th pull, stop pulling and immediately proceed to the next step. 4. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the HALF CHOKE position. 5. Pull the starter rope quickly with your right hand until the engine starts.
CUTTING METHODS IMPORTANT POINTS S Check chain tension before first use and after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section. S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics, masonry, non-wood building materials, etc. S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object. Inspect the saw and repair or replace parts as necessary. S Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even a small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain and thus increase the possibility of kickback.
Use a wedge to remove pinched saw Hinge holds tree on stump and helps control fall Opening of felling cut Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or wooden wedge to force cut open. Closing of notch NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use wedges to open the cut when necessary to control the direction of fall. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use wood or plastic wedges, but never steel or iron wedges.
Using a log for support 2nd Cut 1st Cut 1st Cut S Watch out for springpoles. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs. Slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance. S Be alert for springback. Watch out for branches that are bent or under pressure. 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.
SERVICE WARNING: Disconnect the spark 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. 4. Clean the air filter using hot soapy water. Rinse with clean cool water. Air dry completely before reinstalling. 5. Reinstall air filter. 6. Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws. TIghten securely.
6. Clean the spark arresting screen with a wire brush. Replace screen if any wires are broken or screen is blocked after cleaning. 7. Reinstall spark arresting screen. 8. Reinstall outlet cover and 2 screws. Ensure outlet cover and both screws are reinstalled correctly to prevent damage to the saw (see illustrations). The exhaust outlets must face the chain brake (bar side) of the saw. Outlet Cover S Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP position. S Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and chain brake.
STORAGE WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: S Allow the engine to cool, and secure the unit before storing or transporting. S Store chain saw and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. S Store chain saw with all guards in place and position chain saw so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury. S Store chain saw well out of the reach of children.
LIMITED WARRANTY Poulan PRO warrants to the original purchaser that each new Poulan PRO brand gasoline chain saw is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline chain saw as follows from the original date of purchase. 2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for Household purposes. 60 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for Commercial, Professional, or Income Producing purposes. 30 DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental purposes.
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call Poulan/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of “repair or replace as necessary” shall be warranted for 2 years.