Poulan Pro PP400E - Manual (Page 7)

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ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Before using chain
saw, ensure all fasteners are secure.
CARTON CONTENTS
S
Chain Saw (fully assembled)
S Bar Sheath
Examine parts for damage. Do not use
damaged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find that
parts are missing or damaged, please call
1-800-554-6723.
ASSEMBLY
Your unit is fully assembled; no assembly
is required.
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 loca-
tion of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Bar Oil Cap
Trigger Switch
Power
Cord
Chain
Bar
Chain Adjustment Screw Trigger Lockout
Button
Handguard
Bar Clamp
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 forward. Release the
trigger to turn the unit off.
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 nor-
mal cutting position, the lock--out button
can be pushed in by the thumb, permit-
ting the index finger to squeeze the trig-
ger. It is not necessary to maintain pres-
sure on the lock--out button once the
trigger has been engaged.
BAR OIL CAP
The BAR OIL CAP is used to fill the bar oil
tank.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW
The CHAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW is
used to adjust the chain tension.
POWER CORD
The POWER CORD is used to connect
the chain saw to an approved extension
cord.
CHAIN TENSION
It is normal for a new chain to stretch dur-
ing first 15 minutes of operation. You
should check your chain tension frequent-
ly. See CHAIN TENSION under the SER-
VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Use only a voltage supply as specified on
your unit.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
RECOMMENDATIONS
Volts
120
14
A.W.G.*
*American Wire Gauge
25 ft.
(7.67 m)
12
A.W.G.*
50 ft.
(15.24 m)
100 ft.
(30.48 m)
NOT
RECOMMENDED
ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO
YOUR CHAIN SAW
To prevent disconnection from unit, se-
cure extension cord to power cord as
shown in the following illustration.
Power Cord
Extension Cord