Poulan Pro SM4218 AV Manuals

Poulan PRO Please do not return unit to retailer. Por favor, no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra. Veuillez ne pa8 retourner I'outil au detaillant. • 1-800-554-6723 www.poulan-pro.com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'lnstructions SM4218 AV For Occasional Use Only WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. ADVERTENClA: Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e en- strucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves. AVERTISSEMENT: Lire le manuel d'instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse- merits et routes les instructions de securite. Tout defaut de le faire pourrait entra_ner des blessures graves. Poulan PRO Poulan PRO 1030 Stevens Creek Road 5855 Terry Fox Way Augusta, GA 30907 Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4 545137246 11/30/06 WARNING! This chain saw can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury. Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protec- tion and head protection. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the chain saw. Measured maximum kick- back value without chain brake for the bar and chain combination on the label Always use two hands when operating the chain saw. WARNING! Contacting the guide bar tip with any ob- ject shoutd be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause serious injury. Starting Reminder Move ON/STOP switch to _ _ the ON position. Prime 6X Slowly press primer bulb (_)_ 6 times. m m Full Choke ®% Pull choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to the FULL CHOKE posi- tion). m Pull 5X Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with your (,._ b_tl right hand. ,_--_ Push the choke/fast idle /2 lever in to the HALF Halt Choke CHOKE position. f'_'b_i Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand until Pull to Start the engine starts. ,_ WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it can- not contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- justing or making repairs except carburetor adjustments. Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood- cutting tool, special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or imp.roper use of this tool can cause serious injury. PLAN AHEAD • Read this manual carefully until you com- pletely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instruc- tions before attempting to use the unit. • Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instruc- tions found in this manual. • Wear protective gear. Always use steeF toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection such as non-fog- ging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barri- ers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular users should have hear- ing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage hearing. Secure hair above shoulder length. Hearing . / Safety Hat Protection -__. _._ Eye _lu'ell_ Protection Snug Fitting Heavy Duty Clothing Gloves Safety Safety Chaps Shoes • Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when the engine is running. • Keep children, bystanders, and animals a mh_imum of 30 feet (10 meters) away from the work area. Do not allow other people or animals to be near the chain saw when starting or operating the chah_ saw. • Do not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken aIcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good physical condition and men- tally alert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If you have any condition that might be aggra- vated by strenuous work, check with your doctor before operating a chain saw. • Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad- vance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and, if you are felling trees, a planned retreat path. OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY • Do not operate a chain saw with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by- standers or any combination of these per- sons may result from one-handed opera- tion. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use. • Operate the chain saw only in a welFventi- lated outdoor area. • Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree. • Make sure the chain will not make contact with any object while starting the engine. Never try to start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut. • Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut. Applying pressure can cause you to lose control when the cut is com- pleted. • Stop the engine before setting the saw down. • Do not operate a chain saw that is dam- aged, improperly adjusted, or not com- pletely and securely assembled. Always replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain brake immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise removed. • With the engine stopped, hand carry the chain saw with the muffler away from your body, and the guide bar and chain to the rear, preferably covered with a scabbard. MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER • Havea_lchainsawserviceperformed bya qualified service dealer with the exception of the items listed in the maintenance sec- tion ofthis manual. For example, ifimprop- er tools are used to remove or hold the fly- wheel when servicing the clutch, structural damage to the flywheel can occur and cause the flywheet to burst. • Make certain the saw chain stops moving when the throttle trigger is released. For correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD- JUSTMEN_R • Never modify your saw in any way. • Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture. • Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas- teners securely tightened. • Use only Poulan PRO accessories and re- placement parts as recommended. HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION • Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the saw. • Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in the areas where fuel is mixed or poured. There should be no smoking, open flames, or work that could cause sparks. Allow en- gine to coot before refueling. • Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; and use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw. • Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel- ing site before starting engine. • Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a non-combustible area, not on dry leaves, straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit. • Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. KICKBACK ,_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 con- tacts 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 ob- ject in the wood can also result in loss of chain saw control. • Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the up- per 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 to- ward the operator. • 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 chainresults inareversal ofthechain forceusedtocutwoodandcauses the sawtomoveintheopposite direction ofthe chainrotation. Thesawisdriven straight backtoward theoperator. • Pull4n 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. Avoid Pinch-Kickback: • Be extremely aware of situations or ob- structions that can cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise stop the chain. • Do not cut more than one log at a time. • Do not twist the saw as the bar is with- drawn from an undercut when bucking. Avoid Pull-In: • Always begin cutting with the engh_e at full speed and the saw housh_g against wood. • Use wedges made of plastic or wood. Never use metal to hold the cut open. \X_,\ ,Jr: Kickback Path there is greater chance of kickback occur- ring. • Cut one log at a time. • Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut. • Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of the bar (plunge cuts). • Watch for shifting logs or other forces that could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain. • Use the Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar and Low-Kickback Chain specified for your saw. MAINTAIN CONTROL Stand to the hand positions Thumb on underside of handlebar N I t Elbow locked Clear The Working Area REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK • Recognize that kickback can happen. With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents. • Never let the moving chain contact any ob- ject at the tip of the guide bar. • Keep the working area free from obstruc- tions such as other trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid any obstruction that your saw chain could hit while you are cutting. When cutting a branch, do not let the guide bar contact branch or other objects around it. • Keep your saw chain sharp and properly tensioned. A loose or dull chain can in- crease the chance of kickback occurring. Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Check ten- sion at regular intervals with the engine stopped, never with the engine running. Make sure the bar nuts are securely tight- ened after tensioning the chain. • Beginandcontinuecuttingatful_speed. If the chain is moving at a slower speed, Thumb on underside of handlebar • Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both hands when the engine is running and don't let go. A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw. Keep the fingers of your left hand encir- cling and your left thumb under the front handlebar. Keep your right hand com- pletely around the rear handle whether your are right handed or teft handed. Keep your left arm straight with the elbow locked. • Position your left hand on the front handle- bar so it is in a straight line with your right hand on the rear handle when making bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left hand positions for any type of cutting. • Stand with your weight evenly balanced on both feet. • Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to keep your body from being in a direct line with the cutting chain. • Do not overreach. You could be drawn or thrown off balance and lose control of the SaW. • Do not cut above shoulder height, it is diffi- cult to maintain control of saw above shoulder height.

• 1-800-554-6723 www.poulan-pro.com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'lnstructions & SM4218 AV For Occasional Use Only WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. ADVERTENCIA: Lea et manual de instrucciones y siga todas Ias advertencias e en- strucciones de seguridad. Et no hacerlo puede resultar en tesiones graves. AVERTISSEMENT: Lire le manuel d'instructions et bien respecter tous tes avertisse- merits et toutes tes instructions de s_curit& Tout defaut de le faire pourrait entra_ner des blessures graves. Poulan PRO Poulan PRO t030 Stevens Creek Road 5855 Terry Fox Way Augusta, GA 30907 Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4 545186806 Rev, 1 6/15/08 BRW WARNING! This chain saw can be dangerous! Carefess or improper use can cause serious or even fatef injury. Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protec- tion and head protection m _r--_ m m Read and understand the instruction manual before using the chain saw. Measured maximum kick- back value without chain brake for the bar and chain combination on the labef. _ Atways use two hands when operating the chain saw. WARNING! Contacting the guide bar tip with any ob- ject should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause serious injury Starting Fleminder Move ON/STOP switch to I_T theONp osition- Prime ex Slowly press primer bulb times. m m Full Choke Pull choke/fast idle lever ('_'_ out to the full extent (to the FULL CHOKE posi- -- tion) m Pull 5X m m Half Choke Pull to Stad Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with your right hand. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the HALF CHOKE position. Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand un_l the engine starts. _i WARNING: Always disconnect spark pIug wire and place wire where it can- not contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- justing or making repairs except carburetor adjustments. Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood- cutting toef, speciaI safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this toef can CaUSe serious Eniui'y PLAN AHEAD • Read this manuef carefully until you com- pletely understand and can follow efl safety rules, precautions, and operating instruc- tions before attempting to use the unit. • Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instruc- tions found in this manual. • Wear protective gea£ Always use steel- toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection such as non-fog- ging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barri- ers (ear pIugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular users should have hear- ing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage hearing. Secure hair above shoulder Iength. Hearing/ Safety Hat Protection -._._'__j Eye _IIMH= Protection Snug Fitting "-----._ Heavy Duty Clothing,__c/GIoves Safety_:_ Safety Chaps • Keepallpartsofyourbodyawayfromthe chainwhentheengine isrunning. • Keepchildren, bystanders, andanimals a minimum of30feet(10meters) away from theworkarea.Donotallowotherpeople oranimaIs tobenearthechainsawwhen starting oroperating thechainsaw. • Donothandle oroperate achainsawwhen youarefatigued, lit,orupset, orifyouhave takenalcohol, drugs, ormedication. You mustbeingoodphysical coedi_on andmen- tallya_ert. Chatn sawworkisstrenuous. If youhaveanycondifion thatmight beaggra- vatedbystrenuous work.check _thyour doctor before operahng achain saw. • Carefully planyoursawing operation inad- vance. Donotstartcutting untilyouhavea clearworkarea,securefooting, and,ifyou arefel_ing trees, aplanned retreat path. OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY • Do not operate a chain saw with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by- standers or any combination of these per- sons may result from one-handed opera- tion. A chain saw ts intended for two-handed use • Operate the chain saw only in a well-venti- latad outdoor area. • Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree. • Make sure the chain will not make contact with any object while starting the engine. Never try to start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut. • Oo not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut. AppIying pressure can cause you to lose control when the cut is com- pleted. • Stop the engine before setting the saw down. • Do not operate a chain saw that is dam- aged, improperly adjusted, or not com- pleta]y and securely assembled. Always replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain brake immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise removed. • With the engine stopped, hand carry the chain saw with the muffler away from your body, and the guide bar and chain to the rear, preferably covered with a scabbard. MAINTAIN YOUR SAW tN GOOD WORKING ORDER • Have all chain saw service performed by a qualified service dealer with the exception of the items _isted in the maintenance sec- tion of this manual. For example, if improp- er tools are used to remove or hold the fly- wheel when servicing the clutch, structural damage to the flywheel can occur and cause the flywheel to burst. • Make certain the saw chain stops moving when the throttle trigger is released. For correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD- JUSTMENT. • Never modify your saw in any way. • Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture. • Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas- teners securely tightened. • Use onty Poulan PRO accessories and re- placement parts as recommended. HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION • Do not smoke while handling fue_ or white operating the saw. • Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in the areas where fuel is mixed or poured There should be nosmoking, open flames, or work that could cause s parks. Aliow en- gine to cool before refueling. • Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; and use an approved, marked container for nil fuel purposes Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw • Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel- ing site before starting engine. • Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a non-combustible area, not on dry leaves, straw, paper, eta Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit. • Store the unit and fuelin an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. KICKBACK 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 con- tacts 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 ob- ject in the wood can also result in loss of chain saw control. • Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the up- per tip of the guide bar. This contact can cause the chain to dig into the object, which stops the chain for an instact. The result is a }ightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back to- ward the operator. • Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the wood closes in and pinches the mowng saw chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stopping of the