Poulan PPB4014 Owner Manual - Page 11

OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE CHAINSAW A. To start the chainsaw: • Make sure chain tension is at desired setting. Refer to adjusting the chain tension in the Care and Maintenance section of this manual. • Make sure the bar nuts are tight to the chain cover. • Make sure no objects or obstructions are in the immediate vicinity which could come in contact with the bar and chain. • Fit the battery into the chainsaw. • Press the on/off switch, this makes the trigger switch operational. • Press the safety lock button. • Press and hold the trigger switch and keep it pressed for continued operation. B. To stop the chainsaw: • Release the trigger switch. Upon release of the trigger switch, the safety lock will be automatically reset to the lock position. Safety Lock-Out Trigger Switch PREPARATION FOR CUTTING • Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection. • Maintain a proper grip on the unit whenever the motor is running. Use your right hand to firmly grip the rear handle while your left hand has a firm grip on the front handle. • Hold unit firmly with both hands. Always keep your left hand on the front handle and your right hand on the rear handle so your body is to the left of the chain line. Never use a left-handed (cross-handed) grip, or any stance that places your body or arm across the chain line. • Never stand directly under the limb you are cutting. • Be certain the bar nuts are fully tightened before operating equipment; check them periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious injury. Proper hand grip position Proper grip Warning LED Power LED Power Button Chain line Improper grip NOTE:It is normal for the chain to coast to a stop once the trigger switch is released. OPERATING THE CHAIN BRAKE Check the operating condition of the chain brake prior to each use. Engage the chain brake by rotating your left hand around the front handle, allowing the back of your hand to push the chain brake lever/hand guard toward the bar while the chain is rotating rapidly. Be sure to maintain both hands on the saw handles at all times. Reset the chain brake back into the RUN position by grasping the top of the chain brake lever/hand guard and pulling toward the front handle. WARNING: If the chain brake does not stop the chain immediately, or if the chain brake will not stay in the run position without assistance, take the saw to an authorized service center for repair prior to use. WARNING: • DO NOT operate the trigger switch with your left hand and hold the front handle with your right hand. Never allow any part of your body to be in the chain line while operating a saw. PROPER CUTTING STANCE • Balance your weight with both feet on solid ground. • Keep left arm with elbow locked in a "straight arm" position to withstand any kickback force. • Keep your body to the left of the chain line. • Keep your thumb on underside of front handle. BASIC OPERATING /CUTTING PROCEDURES. Practice cutting a few small logs using the following technique to get the "feel" of using the saw before you begin a major sawing operation. • Take the proper stance in front of the wood. 11