Safety Rules - Poulan Pro PP4218AVX Instruction Manual

A_ik WARNING:
Always disconnect
spark p}ug 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 woed-
cutting tooI, speciaI safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or if_proper use of this tool can
cause serious Enjury
PLAN AHEAD
• Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use the unif.
• Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
who understand and can fol}ow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions found in this manual
• Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed
safety footwear _th non-slip soles; snug-f_-
ting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gfoves;
eye protection such as non-fogging, vented
goggles or face screen; an approved safety
hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or
mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular
users should have hearing checked regular-
ly as chain saw noise can damage hearing.
Secure hair above shoulder length
Hearing /, Safety Hat
Protection
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Clothing_l__/,Gioves
Safety _:!l[_!;i_Safety Chaps
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• Keep all parts of your body away from the
chain when the engine is running.
• Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) away from
the work area. Do not al}ow other people
or animals to be near the chain saw when
starting or operating the chain saw.
• Do not handle or operate a chain saw when
you are fatigued, ilI, or upset, or if you have
taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You
must be in good physical condition and men-
tally atert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If
you have any condriion that might be aggra-
vated by strenuous work. check w_th your
doctor before operating a chain saw.
• Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance. Do not start cutting until you have a
clear work area, secure footing, and, if you
are fel_ing trees, a planned retreat path.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
• Do not operate a chain saw w_th one hand
Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by-
standers or any combination of these per-
sons may result from one-handed operation
A chain saw is intended for two-handed use
• Operate the chain saw only in a welFventi-
Iated outdoor area.
• Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree
• Make sure the chain will not make contact
with any object while starting the engine.
Never try to start the saw when the guide
bar is in a cut.
• Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of
the cut Applying pressure can cause you to
lose control when the cut is completed.
• Stop the engine before setting the saw
down.
• Do not operate a chain saw that is dam-
aged, improperly adjusted, or not com-
pIetely and securely assembled. Always
rep}ace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain
brake immediately if it becomes damaged,
broken or is otherwise removed.
• With the engine stopped, hand carry the
chain saw with the muffier away from your
body, and the guide bar and chain to the
rear. preferably covered with a scabbard
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD
WORKING ORDER
• Have all chain saw service performed by a
qualified service dealer with the exception
of the items tisted in the maintenance sec-
tion ofthis manual For example, if improp-
er tools are used to remove or hold the fly-
wheel when servicing the clutch, structural
damage to the flywheel can occur and
cause the flywheel to burst.
• Make certain the saw chain stops mowng
when the throttle trigger is released. For
correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD-
JUSTMENT.
• Never modify your saw in any way
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil
or fuel mixture.
• Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas-
teners securely tightened.
• Use only Poulan PRO accessories and re-
placement parts as recommended.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
• Do not smoke while handIing fuel or while
operating the saw.
• Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.
There should be nosmoking, open flames,
or work that could cause sparks. Allow en-
gine to cool before refueling.
• Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on
bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well
ventilated place; and use an approved,
marked container for all fuel purposes.
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw
• Move at least f O feet (3 meters) from fuel-
ing site before starting engine.
• Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a
non-combustible area, not on dry _eaves,