Assembly - Poulan Pro PRCS16i Operator's Manual

Safety instructions for maintenance
• Remove the battery pack before doing maintenance
on the product.
• Have all product servicing done by an approved
dealer, not including the tasks in
page 14 .
• Make sure the saw chain stops moving when the
trigger is released.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil.
• Keep caps and fasteners correctly tightened.
• Replacement components that are not approved or
the removal of safety devices can cause damage to
the product. This can also cause possible injury to
the operator or bystanders. Only use accessories
and replacement parts as recommended. Do not
change your product.
• Keep the saw chain sharp and clean for safe and
high performance.
• Obey the instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
• Examine the product for damaged parts. Before
more use of the product, make sure the damaged
guard or part operates correctly. Examine for broken
or incorrectly aligned parts, and parts that do not
move freely. Examine for other conditions that can
have an effect on the operation of the product. Make
sure the product is correctly installed. A guard or
other damaged part must be repaired or replaced by
an approved dealer unless written in the operator's
manual.
• When not in operation, keep the product in a dry,
high or locked area away from children.
• During transportation or storage of the product, use
a guide bar cover or case to move the product.
• Do not use waste oil. Waste oil can be dangerous to
you and can cause damage to the product and
environment.
Battery safety
Only use battery packs from the manufacturer and only
charge them in a battery charger from the manufacturer.
The rechargeable battery packs are only used as a
power supply for related cordless products. To prevent
injury, the battery pack must not be used as a power
source for other devices.
• Do not disassemble, open or shred battery pack.
• Do not keep battery packs in open sunlight or heat.
Keep battery packs away from fire.
WARNING: Read the safety chapter before
you assemble the product.
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MAINTENANCE on

ASSEMBLY

• Regularly examine the battery pack charger and the
battery pack for damage. Damaged or changed
battery packs can cause a fire, explosion or risk of
injury. Do not repair or open damaged battery packs.
• Do not use a battery pack or product that is
defective, changed or damaged.
• Do not change or repair products or the battery pack.
Only let your approved dealer do repairs.
• Do not short circuit a cell or battery pack. Do not
save battery packs in a box or drawer where they
can be short circuited by other metal objects.
• Do not remove a battery pack from its initial package
until necessary for operation.
• Do not mechanically shock battery packs.
• If there is a battery leak, do not let the liquid touch
the skin or eyes. If you have touched the liquid,
clean the area with a large quantity of water and get
medical aid.
• Do not use a battery charger other than what is
specified for operation with the battery pack.
• Look at the plus (+) and minus (-) marks on the
battery pack and product to make sure of correct
operation.
• Do not use a battery pack not made for operation
with the product.
• Do not mix battery packs of a different voltage or
manufacturer in a device.
• Keep battery packs away from children.
• Always purchase the correct battery packs for the
product.
• Keep batteries clean and dry.
• Clean the battery pack terminals with a clean dry
cloth if they become dirty.
• Secondary battery packs must be charged before
use. Always use the correct battery charger and
refer to the manual for correct charging instructions.
• Do not keep a battery pack on continuous charge
when not in operation.
• Save the manual to refer to it in the future.
• Only use the battery pack for its necessary
operation.
• Remove the battery pack from the product when not
in operation.
• Keep the battery pack away from paper clips, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects while in
operation. This can make a connection between
terminals. Shorting the battery pack terminals
together can cause burns or a fire.
To assemble the guide bar and saw
chain
1. Remove the battery pack during assembly to prevent
an accidental start.
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