Poulan Pro PP4620AV Instruction Manual page 6

Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table
MODEL P/N BAR Length
PP462OAV 952044815 20
NOTE: Ifthissawisto beusedforcommer-
cial
logging, a chain brake is required and
shall not be removed or otherwise disabled
to comply with FederaI QSHA Regulations
for Commercial Logging
all'WARNING:
The engine exhaust
from this product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools couId cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
peegte prone to circulation disorders or
abnormal sweilings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel
damage in otherwise healthy people. If
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain,
loss of strength, change in skin color or texture,
or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discon_nue the use of this tool and seek
medicat attention. An anti-vibration system
does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems. Users who operate power toots on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the
cond_on of this toot.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake
852051310 31
arresting screen which meets the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion engines
to be equipped with a spark arresting screen.
If you operate a chain saw in a state or Iocale
where such regulations exist, you are legally
responsible for maintaining the operating
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is
a violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE
section for maintenance of the spark
arresting screen.
FaiIure to follow all Safety Rules and Precau-
tions can resu{t in serious injury. If situations
occur which are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgement. If you need
assistance, contact your authorized service
dealer or caII f-800-554-8723.
STANDARDS: This saw is Iisted by Under-
writer's Laboratories, Inc., in accordance w_th:
ANSI B175.1-2000 American National
Standards for Gasoline-Powered Chain
Saws - Safety Requirements
CSA Z62.1-1995 Chain Saws - Occupa-
tional Health and Safety
CSA Z62.3-1896 Chain Saw Kickback Oc-
cupational Health and Safety
Protective gIoves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING THE BUMPER
SPIKE (If not already attached)
The bumper spike may be used as a pivot
when making a cut.
1. Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts
and the chain brake from the saw.
2. Attach the bumper spike with the two
screws as i_lustrated.
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not
already attached)
,_ WARNING: If received assembIed,
repeat nil steps to ensure your saw is prop-
edy assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Always wear gloves when handling the
chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you
even when it is not moving!
NOTE: CHAIN BRAKE MUST BE DIS-
ENGAGED BEFORE IT CAN BE RE-
MOVED OR INSTALLED ON THE
CHAIN SAW. TO DISENGAGE CHAIN
BRAKE, PULL THE FRONT HAND
GUARD BACK TOWARD THE REAR
OF THE CHAIN BRAKE AS FAR AS
POSSIBLE (SEE ILLUSTRATION).
DISENGAGED
_
Front Hand Guard :
GAGED
/ _._Chatn Brake
1. Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts
and the chain brake from the saw
2 Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if
present).