Poulan Pro P4018WTL Instruction Manual page 6

Computed kickback angle (CKA)
MODEL PiN BAR Length /
P4O 8WTL 530044749 8
/
NOTE: If this saw is to be used for com-
mercial logging, a chain brake is required
and shaII not be removed or otherwise dis-
ab}ed to comply with Federal OSHA Regula-
tions for Commercial Logging.
_WARNING: The engine exhaust
from this product contains chemicais known
to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra_ons
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
people prone to ckcuiation disorders or
abnormal swellings. 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 contJnua_ and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the
cond_on of this tool.
Table
CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake
952051338 33
SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
4443. AII 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 facale
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.
Faiture to follow all Safety Rules and Precau-
tions can resuIt 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 1-800-554-6723.
STANDARDS: This saw is listed by Under-
writer's Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with:
ANSI B175,1-2000 American National
Standards for Gasoline-Powered Chain
Saws - Safety Requirements
CSA Z62.1-08 Chain Saws - Occupational
Health and Safety
CSA Z62.3-96 Chain Saw Kickback Occu-
pationa_ HeaIth and Safety
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If not
aIready attached)
J_WARNING:
If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is propedy
assembled and all fasteners are secure. Al-
ways wear gloves when handling the chain.
The chain is sharp and can cut you even when
it is not moving!
1. Loosen and remove the bar nuts and the
clutch cover from the saw.
2. Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if
present).
Clutch cover
Bar nuts Locatfanof
shipping
spacer
Chain edjustmenttool
(Bar Tool)
3. Turn adjusting screw on bar counterclock-
wise to move the tensioning rack as far as
it wilI go toward the tiont of the bar.