2010 Poulan ES350 ES350WT Chainsaw Owners Manual

R ENGLISH Please do not return product to retailer. Por favor, no devuelva el producto al lugar de compra. Veuillez ne pas retourner le produit au détaillant. 1-800-554-6723 Register your product online at: Registre su producto en línea en: Enregistrez votre produit en ligne à l’adresse : www.poulan.com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions ESPAÑOL ES350 ES350WT WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

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ADVERTENCIA: Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves. AVERTISSEMENT: Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves. Poulan 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC 28269 Poulan 850 Matheson Blvd. West Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4 FRANÇAIS 115259826 Rev. 2 4/15/10 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 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. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious injury. PLAN AHEAD S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and can follow the safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found in this manual. S Dress properly. Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; 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. S Secure hair above shoulder length. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can get caught in moving parts. Hearing Protection Snug Fitting Clothing Safety Hat Eye Protection Heavy Duty Gloves Safety Chaps Safety Shoes S Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when saw is running. S Keep children away. Do not let visitors contact chain saw or extension cord. All visitors should be kept at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from work area. S Do not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or me2 dication. You must be in good physical condition and mentally alert. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with doctor before operating. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. S Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and especially if you are felling a tree, a retreat path. Keep work area clean. OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY S Do not operate with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, or bystanders may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use. S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree. S Make sure the chain will not make contact with any object while starting the saw. Never start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut. S Do not force chain saw. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended. S Do not put pressure on the saw, especially at the end of the cut. Doing so can cause you to lose control when the cut is completed. S Stop the saw before setting it down. S Hand carry saw only when motor is stopped. Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the saw stopped, finger off the switch, the guide bar and saw chain to the rear. S Use the right tool, cut wood only. Don’t use chain saw for purpose not intended; for example, don’t use chain saw for cutting plastic, masonry, nonwood building materials. S Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Always replace bar, chain, hand guard, or other parts immediately if they become damaged, broken, or are otherwise removed. S Inspect chain saw cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by an authorized service dealer. MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER S Have all chain saw service performed by an authorized service dealer except the items listed in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual. S Make certain saw chain stops moving when trigger switch is released. S Keep the handles dry and clean and free from oil and grease. S Keep oil cap and fasteners securely tightened. S Nonconforming replacement components or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and possible injury to the operator or bystanders. Use only Poulan accessories and replacement parts as recommended. Never modify your saw. S Maintain chain saw with care. S Keep unit sharp and clean for better and safer performance. S Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. S Unplug the chain saw from the power source when not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories and attachments, such as saw chain and guard. S Check for damaged parts. Before further use of the chain saw, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the instruction manual. S When not in use, chain saws should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place out of the reach of children. S When storing saw, unplug and use a bar sheath or carrying case. ELECTRICAL SAFETY S WARNING: Avoid a dangerous environment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibility of electrical shock. Do not handle extension cord or plug with wet hands. S Use a voltage supply as shown on the nameplate of the unit. S Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit. S To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The appliance plug will fit into a po3 S S S larized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way. To reduce risk of electrical shock, use extension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor appliances. The electrical rating of the cord must not be less than the rating of unit. The cord must be marked with suffix “W-A ” (in Canada, “W “). Use a polarized cord. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged. Do not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deterioration. Plug connectors must be undamaged. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord (see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD in the OPERATION section). Do not use multiple cords. Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit. Secure extension cord to power cord to prevent disconnection from unit. Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit on and off properly, or if the lockout does not work. Repairs to the switch must be made by an authorized service dealer. Keep extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Position cord so that it will not be caught on branches. Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges. To avoid the possibility of electric shock, avoid body contact with any grounded conductor, such as metal fences or pipes. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on circuit or outlet to be used. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. Inspect chain saw cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by an authorized service dealer. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK Follow all safety rules to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury. Kickback Path Avoid Obstructions Clear The Working Area WARNING: Avoid kickback which can result in serious injury. Kickback is the backward, upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when the saw chain near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the wood can also result in loss of chain saw control. S Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper tip of the guide bar. This contact can cause the chain to dig into the object, which stops the chain for an instant. The result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the operator. 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. S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain contacts a foreign object in the wood in the cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stopping pulls the saw forward and away from the operator and could easily cause the operator to lose control of the saw. REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK The following precautions should be followed to minimize kickback: 4 S Recognize that kickback can happen. With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents. S Never let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the guide bar. S Keep working area free from obstructions such as other trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid any obstruction that your saw chain could hit while cutting. S When cutting a branch, do not let the guide bar contact another branch or other objects around it. S Keep saw chain sharp and properly tensioned. A loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback. Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Check tension at regular intervals, but never with engine running. Make sure bar clamp nuts are securely tightened. S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If the chain is moving at a slower speed, there is greater chance of kickback occurring. S Use extreme caution when re-entering a cut. S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of the bar (plunge cuts). S Watch for shifting logs or other objects that could close a cut and pinch or fall onto chain. 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Poulan brand electric or cordless product should fail within the limited warranty period, you may return it in complete condition, prepaid, with proof of purchase to the dealer from whom it was purchased for repair or replacement at the option of Poulan. This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by improper handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or the use of accessories and/or attachments not specifically recommended by Poulan for this product. This warranty does not cover parts that will wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period. This warranty does not cover pre-delivery setup or normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual. Should you have any unanswered questions regarding this warranty, please contact: Poulan, a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc. 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC 28269 1–800-554–6723 In Canada, contact: Poulan 850 Matheson Blvd. West Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4 Giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED, AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. This is a limited warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson–Moss Act of 1975. The policy of Poulan is to continuously improve its products. Therefore, Poulan reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue models, designs, specifications, and accessories of all products at any time without notice or obligation to any purchaser. 17 …

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