Poulan PLN3516F - Manual (Page 11)

3~6. SELECTING THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD FOR YOUR SAW MODEL
Minimum Gauge Wire
Saw Mode!
Ampere
Rating
Volts AC
Length of Power Cord
25 ft. / 7.5m 50 ft./15m 100 ft./30m
PLN3516F 13.5 120 16 Gauge 16 Gauge 14 Gauge
The extension cord is to be for outdoor use, marked with the suffix W or W-A following
the cord type designation, for example - SJTW or SJTW-A.
Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before using.
Keep the cord away from the cutting area and to position cord so that it will not be
caught on branches, and the like, during cutting.
4 - O PERATING INSTRUCTIO NS
4-1. TO START SAW
1. Make sure the CHAIN BRAKE® IS
DiSENGAGED.The motor will not start
if the CHAIN BRAKE® is in the
ENGAGED position. Disengage the
CHAIN BRAKE® by pulling backward
toward the motor {Figure 4-1 A).
WARNING
Ensure the extension cord is of the proper
size and type for your saw,
2. An extension cord retainer (A) (Fig.
4-1B) is built into the rear handle that
prevents the extension cord from
pulling out of the handle. To use this
feature, simply double the extension
cord, about a foot from the end, and
insert it through the hole at the end of
the handle. Hook the loop formed by
doubling the cord over the tab. Gently
tug on the cord to ensure that it is firmly
retained in the saws handle. Plug the
receptacle end of the extension cord
into the tool’s power supply cord.
WARNING
Make sure the extension cord does not
come in contact with the guide bar and
saw chain.
3. Grip the saw with both hands, left hand
holding the front handle (DO NOT
HOLD CHAIN BRAKE®) and the right
hand holding the rear handle. Thumbs
and fingers should encircle both
handles (Figure 4-1C),
4. With your RIGHT THUMB, depress the
LOCt^OFF button (C) on the top of the
rear handle, and at the same time
squeeze the trigger. To stop the saw,
release the trigger (Figure 4-1D).
NOTE: It is not necessary to maintain
pressure on the LOCK/OFF button once
the trigger is squeezed and the motor is
running. The LOCK/OFF button is a safety
device to avoid accidental starting.
4-1D
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