Poulan Pro 380 Operator's Manual page 2

WARNING!
This chain saw can be dangerous! Careless or improper
use can cause serious or even fatal injury.
Read and understand the Operator's Manual before using the chain saw.
Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.
WARNING? Contacting the guidebar tipwithany ob-
ject
should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide
bar to move suddenly upward and backward, which may
cause serious injury.
Measured maximum kickback value, without chain brake,
for the bar and chain combination on the label.
_ WARNING:
Always disconnect
spark plug wire and place wire where it can-
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, ad-
justing or making repairs except carburetor
adjustments.
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood-
cutting toot, special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents,
Careless or h_p.roper use of this tool can
cause serious injury.
PLAN AHEAD
• Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow atl safe-
ty rules, precautions, and operating in-
structions before attempting to use the
unit.
• Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
who understand and can follow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions found in this manual.
Hearing Safety Hat
Protection _-J"
Eye
Protection
Snug
Fitting _ Heavy Duty
Clothing Gloves
./
Safety Safety Chaps
Shoes
• Wear protective gear. Always use steel-
toed safety footwear with non-stip soles;
snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip
gloves; eye protection such as non-fog-
ging, vented goggles or face screen; an
approved safety hard hat; and sound barri-
ers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your
hearing. Regular users should have hear-