Poulan Pro 115261226 Instruction Manual page 12

File Holder
File
Cutter
Depth Gauge
S Align the 30˚ file holder marks parallel
with the bar and to the center of the
chain.
30˚
Cutter
File Holder Line
S Sharpen cutters on one side of the chain
first. File from the inside of each cutter to
the outside. Then, turn the chain saw
around and repeat the process for the
other side of the chain.
S File on the forward stroke only. Use 2
or 3 strokes per cutting edge.
S Keep all cutters the same length when
filing.
S File enough to remove any damage to
cutting edges (side plate and top plate
of cutter).
All Cutters Remove Damage
Same Length
Top Plate
S File chain to meet the specifications
as shown.
75˚
30˚
Hook Angle
Right
Too Much Hook Angle
Wrong
WARNING:
Maintain the proper hook
angle according to the manufacturer's specifica-
tions for the chain you are using. Improper hook
angle will increase the chance of kickback
which can result in serious injury.
4. Check and lower depth gauges.
Depth Gauge Tool
90˚
S Place gauge tool on cutter.
S If the depth gauge is higher than the
Cutter
S Maintain rounded front corner of depth
If you require further assistance or are unsure
about performing this procedure, contact your
authorized service dealer or call our customer
assistance help line at 1- -800- -554- -6723.
CHAIN REPLACEMENT
WARNING:
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and
can cut you even when it is not moving.
It is normal for a new chain to stretch during the
first 15 minutes of operation. You should re-
check your chain tension frequently and adjust
the chain tension as required. See CHAIN TEN-
SION section.
Replace the old chain when it becomes worn or
damaged. Use only the Low-Kickback replace-
ment chain specified in the repair parts list.
TO REPLACE CHAIN:
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-
tion and disconnect spark plug (or discon-
Side Plate
nect unit from power source).
2. Remove bar clamp nut.
3. Remove bar clamp.
4. Turn adjusting screw by hand counter-
60˚
clockwise until adjusting pin just touches
the stop.
5. Slide guide bar behind sprocket until
guide bar stops against sprocket.
6. Remove the old chain.
7. Carefully remove new chain from pack-
age. Hold chain with the drive links as
0.025 inch
shown.
(0.65 mm)
Tip of
Bar
Rounded
Corner
Squared Off
Corner
Cutters
12
File
Depth Gauge
depth gauge tool, file it level to the top of
the depth gauge tool.
gauge with a flat file.
NOTE:
The very top of the depth
gauge should be flat with the front half
rounded off with a flat file.
Wear protective gloves
Cutter
Drivelink
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIRECTION OF ROTATION
Depth Gauge
Drive Links