Poulan PR5020 Owner Manual - Page 13

IMPORTANT POINTS • Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly gripped on the saw. Maintain secure footing and balance. • Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles are small size limbs which can catch the saw chain and whip toward you or pull you off balance. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs or slender material. • Be alert for springback. Watch out for branches that are bent or under pressure. Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released. • Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear branches out of the way to avoid tripping over them. Remove larger, supporting branches with the cutting techniques described in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT. Always use an overcut to cut small and freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw. PRUNING aa 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. 1. Make the first cut one-third of the way through the bottom of the limb. 2. Make the second cut all the way through the limb. 3. Make the third overcut leaving a 2.5 to 5 centimeter (1 to 2 inch) collar from the trunk of the tree. LIMBING Always limb a tree after it is cut down. Only then can limbing be done safely and properly. Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as you work. Start at the base of the felled tree and work toward the top, cutting branches and limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut. Keep the tree between you and the chain. Cut from the side of the tree opposite the branch you are cutting. MAINTENANCE aa WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual be performed by an authorized or Master Service Dealer. • Check for loose parts Every 5 hours* • Inspect and clean air filter • Inspect and clean chain brake • Inspect and clean guide bar GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Every 25 hours* Yearly The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. IMPORTANT: Have all repairs other than the recommended maintenance described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer. If any dealer other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product, the company may not pay for repairs under warranty. It is your responsibility to maintain and perform general maintenance. • Inspect and clean spark arresting screen and muffler • Replace spark plug • Replace fuel filter • Replace air filter * Each hour of operation is approximately 2 tanks of fuel. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for replacement of damaged or worn parts. NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of oil to appear under the saw after engine stops. Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank. • ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by moving the switch to the STOP position. Make sure engine stops; then restart engine and continue. • Fuel Tank - Do not use saw if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks. • Oil Tank - Do not use saw if oil tank shows signs of damage or leaks. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before each use • Check fuel mixture level • Check bar lubrication • Check chain tension • Check chain sharpness • Check for damaged parts • Check for loose caps • Check for loose fasteners 13