Poulan Pro ES300 Instruction Manual page 11

• Remove larger branches withthecut-
tingtechniques described B UCKING
WITHOUT ASUPPORT.
• Always useanovercut to cutsmall
andfreelyhanging l imbs. U ndercut-
ring could cause l imbs t ofalland pinch
thesaw.
PRUNING
_llWARNING: L imit p runing t olimbs
shoulder height orbelow. Donotcutif
branches are higher than your s houlder.
Get a professional todothe job.
• Make your f irstcut1/3 oftheway
through t hebottom ofthelimb.This
cutwillmake thelimb sagsothatit
fallseasily o nthesecond c ut,
• Next m ake asecond c utalltheway
through the limb,
• Finish the pruning operation by using
an overcut so that the stump of the
limb protrudes 1 to 2 inches (3-5 cm)
from the trunk of the tree.
Second cut
First cut
1/3 of way
/ 3rd cut I to 2 in.
t cm) from
trunk of tree
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
_IkWARNING: Disconnect power source before performing maintenance.
Fill in dates as you complete Before After Every Service
regular service Use Use 15 min. Dates
Check for damaged/worn parts _,
Check for loose fasteners/parts _,
Check chain tension _'
Check chain sharpness _'
Check guide bar _'
Check bar and chain oil level _' _'
Lubricate bar sprocket hole _'
Inspect and clean unit & labels _'
Clean guide bar groove _'
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover
items that have been subjected to oper-
ator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from the warranty, the operator
must maintain unit as instructed in this
manual. Various adjustments will need
to be made periodically to properly
maintain your unit. Improper mainte-
nance may cause damage to the unit
and possible injury to the operator or by-
standers.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for
replacement of worn or damaged parts.
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of
oil to appear under the saw after motor
stops. Do not confuse this with a leaking
oil tank.
• Trigger Switch - Ensure the trigger
switch functions properly by squeez-
ing and holding the trigger switch.
Make sure motor starts and stops,
• Oil Tank - Discontinue use of chain
saw if oil tank shows signs of damage
or leaks.
• Extension Cord - Discontinue use if
chain saw extension cord shows signs
of damage or wear.
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
AND PARTS
• Bar Clamp Nuts
• Chain
• Bar Adjusting Screw
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