Poulan PLN3516F - Manual (Page 17)

WHAT IS A LOW-KICKBACK SAW
CHAIN?
A low-kickback saw chain is a chain which
has met the kickback performance
requirements of ANSI B175,1.
By keeping the CHAIN BRAKES and saw
chain in good working condition and
correctly serviced as recommended in this
manual, you will be able to maintain the
safety system of your chain saw over the
life of the product.
WARNING
Never remove, modify or make inoperative
any safety device furnished with your unit.
The CHAIN BRAKE®/Hand Guard and
low-kickback saw chain are major safety
features provided for your protection.
WARNING
Always wear heavy duty protection work
gloves and disconnect the extension cord
when working on the saw chain.
CHAIN TENSION:
Check the chain tension frequently and
adjust as often as necessary to keep the
chain snug on the bar, but loose enough to
be pulled around by hand. (See Section
3-4, Saw Chain Tension Adjustment).
BREA KING IN A NEW W CHAIN
A new chain and bar will need readjust­
ment after as few as five (5) cuts. This is
normal during the break-in period, and the
interval between future adjustments will
begin to lengthen quickly.
Over a period of time, however, the moving
parts of the saw chain will become worn,
resulting in what is called CHAIN
STRETCH. This is normal. When it is no
longer possible to obtain correct chain
tension adjustment, a link will have to be
removed to shorten the chain. See your
nearest Authorized Service Center to have
this repair performed.
WARNING / CAUTION
Never have more than three (3) links
removed from a loop of chain. This could
cause damage to the sprocket.
CHAIN LUBRICATION:
Always make sure the automatic oiler
system is working properly, Keep the oil
lank fiiled with Genuine Factory Parts
Chain, Bar and Sprocket Oil.
Adequate lubrication of the bar and chain
during cutting operations is essential to
minimize friction with the guide bar.
Never starve the bar and chain of
lubricating oil. Running the saw dry or with
too little oil will decrease rapid cutting
efficiency, shorten saw chain life, cause
rapid dulling of the chain, and lead to
excessive wear of the bar from
overheating. Too little oil is evidenced by
smoke or bar discoloration.
7 - PREVENTIVE M AINTENANCE
7-1. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
WARNING©
SERVICING A DOUBLE INSULATED
APPLIANCE
In this double insulated appliance. 2
systems of insulation, instead of
grounding, are provided. No grounding
means is provided on a double insulated
appliance, nor should a means for
grounding be added to the appliance. No
serviceable parts are inside. A double
insulated appliance is marked with the
words, “DOUBLE INSULATION" or
"DOUBLE INSULATED", The symbol m
(square within a square) may also be
marked on the appliance.
1 , Place switch in OFF position and
unplug the power supply before the
appliance is serviced, cleaned, or
maintenance is performed.
2, Keep the air intake clean and air vents
free of debris to avoid overheating the
motor.
3, Clean with a damp sponge and miid
soap. Do not squirt with a water hose
or douse with water or other liquids,
4, Inspect the saw chain for proper
tension before each use and frequently
during cutting. Sharpen as required.
5, Clean the guide bar and bar pad to
ensure free path for oil.
6 , Turn the bar over after each use to
achieve even wear.
7, No motor lubrication is necessary. The
motor is equipped with lifetime
lubricated bearings.
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