Poulan 425 - Manual (Page 6)

Con touted
Depth Gauge
Elongated
Guard Link
Dedecta
Kickbadc Force
And Allows Wood
To Gradually
Ride Into Cutter
Can Obstruct
Material
Large
Radius Tip
Chain With High
Kickback Potential
Figure 5
A
WARNING
Do not operate the saw unless the safety devices
or
their specified replacements are properly in­
stalled and maintained according to the instruc­
tions in this manual. Do not use any guide bar and
chain combination that is not equivalent to the
original
or optional equipment. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
STATE AND LOCAL REQUIREMENTS
For users on U.S. Forest Land and in some states, in­
cluding
Califomia(Public Resources Codes 4442
and 4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey,
Oregon, and Washington: Certain internal combus­
tion engines operated on forest, brush, and/or grass—cov­
ered lands, in the above areas, must be equipped with a
spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or
the engine must be constructed, equipped, and main­
tained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or
local authorities for regulations pertaining to these re­
quirements. Failure to follow these requirements is a vio­
lation of the law. This unit is factory-equipped with
a spark arrestor. If a spark arrestor is required in your
area, you are legally responsible for maintaining the oper­
ating condition of these parts.
KNOW YOUR UNIT
A. INTRODUCTION
Your saw has been designed with safety in mind and
includes the following safety features as standard
equipment:
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• Chain Brake
• Spark Arrestor
• Temperature Limiting Muffler
• Throttle Lock-Out
• Anti- vibration System
• Chain Catcher Pin
B. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
1. After removing the contents from the carton,
check parts against the Carton Contents Ust.
Examine the parts for damage. Do not use dam­
aged parts.
Notify your POULAN PRO^ dealer immedi­
ately if a part is missing or damaged.
2 .
3.
NOTE: It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in
an empty fuel tank.
C. CARTON CONTENTS
KEY
NO.
1. Powerhead
QTY
1
2. Bar Wrench 1
3. Bucking Spike 1
4. Grease Gun 1
5. Grease 1
6. Hex Wrench (4 mm) 1
7. Hex Wrench (5 mm) 1
• Tool Bag 1
• Operator's Manual (not shown) 1
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4.
A WARNING
The effectiveness of a chain brake in reducing operator injuries has not yet been fully determined. We
cannot represent that a chain brake is an effective safety device to prevent or reduce the hazard of inju­
ries resulting from kickback, DO NOT AS SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL PROTECT YOU IN THE
EVENT OF A KICKBACK. Instead use the saw properly and carefully to avoid kickback. Reduced—Kick-
back bars and Low—Kickback chains reduce the hazard of kickback and are recommended. Repairs on a
chain brake should be made by an Authorized POULAN PRO Service Dealer, Take your unit to the place of
purchase if purchased from a Servicing Dealer, or to the nearest Authorized Master Service Dealer.
SAFETY NOTICE
Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and wrists of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swel­
lings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy pemiie.
If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feel­
ing in the fingers, hands, or wrists, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention- An anti—vi­
bration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.