Patriot 1900 LE Instruction Manual

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Patriot l
Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d'lnstructions
1900 LE
For Occasional
Use Only
_
ARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual de instrucciones
y siga todas las advertencias
e en-
strucciones
de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Ure le manuel d'instructions
et bien respecter tous les avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions
de s_curit6. Tout d_faut de le faire
pourrait entrafner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta,
GA 30907
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the ElectroluxGroup.
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(¢)2002 Electrolux
Home Products, Inc.
530086525
4/9/02

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  • Page 1 Patriot l Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'lnstructions 1900 LE For Occasional Use Only ARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. ADVERTENCIA: Lea el manual de instrucciones...
  • Page 2: Plan Ahead

    WARNING! This chain Read and understand instruction manual before saw can be dangerous! Care- using the chain saw. less or improper use can cause sepeus or even fatal injury. Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection. Always use two hands when operating the chain saw. WARNING! Contacting the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided;...
  • Page 3 • Carefully plan y our sawing operation inad- marked container for all fuel purposes. vance. Do not s tart cutting until you have a Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw. clear work area, secure footing, and, ifyou • Move at least 10feet 3 meters from fuel- are felling t rees, aplanned retreat path.
  • Page 4: Maintain Control

    Avoid Obstructions Elbow locked Clear The Working Area REDUCE THE CHANCE KICKBACK Thumb on underside of • Recognize that kickback happen. handlebar With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents. • Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both •...
  • Page 5 CKA requirements standard. back and up toward the operator. Kickback Computed kickback angle (CKA l Table CKA without chain brake MODEL Length CHAIN P/N 1900 LE 952044366 952051208...
  • Page 6 NOTE: If this saw is to be used for com- The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving! mercial logging, a chain brake is required • Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts and shall not be removed or otherwise dis- and the chain brake from the saw.
  • Page 7 Cutters Depth Gauge Checking the tension: Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust- ment tool (bar tool) to move the chain around the bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too tight. If too loose, the chain will sag below the Drive L inks Chain Brake Nuts...
  • Page 8 KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW, Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference, Chain Front Hand Guard --_ Front Handle...
  • Page 9 _WARNING: WARNING: Remove fuelcaps_o wI The chain must not ly when refueling. move when the engine runs at idle speed, If the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR- FUELING ENGINE BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this This engine is certified to operate on un- manual, Avoid contact with the muffler, A hot leaded gasoline.
  • Page 10: Important Points

    • Push the choke knob in completely (to the Disengaged OFF position); pull the starter rope until the engine starts. Engaged CHOKE IEW) Braking function control CAUTION: The chain brake must be Choke knob FULL checked several times daily. The engine must be running when performing this proce- •...
  • Page 11: Tree Felling Techniques

    FELLING LARGE TREES • Release the throttle trigger as soon as the cut is completed, allowing the en- (6 inches in diameter or larger) gine to idle. If you run the saw at full The notch method is used to fell large trees. throttle without a cutting load, unneces- A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the de- sary wear can occur to the chain, bar,...
  • Page 12 • DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree sure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control. with your saw. Be extremely cautious with The saw will tend to push back toward you. partially fallen trees that may be poorly WARNING: supported.
  • Page 13 PRUNING Using a support stand 2 ndCut _WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs shoulder height or below. Do not cut if branches are higher than your shoulder. Get a professional to do the job. Make your first cut 1/3of the way through the bottom of the limb.
  • Page 14: Cleaning The Spark Arrest- Ing Screen

    harmful emissions. Always clean after every Outlet Cover BACK VIEW OF 5 hours of operation. _._?_. MUFFLER • Clean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt and sawdust from falling into the Muffler carburetor chamber when the cover is re- moved.
  • Page 15: Chain Sharpening

    STORAGE • Add lubricant to sprocket hole after each use. WARNING: • Burring of guide bar rails is a normal Stop engine and allowto process of rail wear. Remove these burrs cool, and secure the unit before storing or with a flat file. transporting in a vehicle.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE 4_ WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not • Ignition switch off. • Move ignition switch to ON. start or will run •...
  • Page 17 YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OR- LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This warranty LIGATIONS: U.S. Environmental shall be for a period of two years from the ini- Protection Agency, California Air Resources tial date of purchase. WHAT IS COVERED: Board, Environment Canada and POULAN/ REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS.
  • Page 18 The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified. Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA, This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use: Moderate (50 hours) Intermediate (125 hours) Extended (300 hours)

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