Poulan Pro 295 User Manual

Using a support stand
2nd Cut
1st Cut
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LIMBING AND PRUNING
_WARNING: Be alert for and guard
against kickback. Do not allow the moving
chain to contact any other branches or ob-
jects at the nose of the guide bar when limb-
log or pruning. Allowing such contact can re-
sult in serious injury.
_kWARNING: Never climb into atree
to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders,
platforms, a log, or in any position which can
cause you to lose your balance or control of
the saw.
IMPORTANT POINTS
• Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot-
ing and balance.
• Watch out for springpoles. Use extreme
caution when cutting small size limbs.
Slender material may catch the saw chain
and be whipped toward you or pull you off
balance.
• 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,
LIMBING
• Always limb atree after it iscut down. Only
then can limbing be done safely and prop-
erly.
• 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.
• Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
ING 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
_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 fist cut 1/3 of the way
through the bottom of the limb.
• Next make a 2nd cut all the way
through the limb. Then cut a third
overcut leaving a 1 to 2 inch collar from
the truck of the tree.
_Thi_rIdic Second cut'_'T'/i
Collar tit_/
'_l_JV '4"-- First cut
z Pruning technique
_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 service dealer.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check:
Fuel mixture level ....
Bar lubrication .....
Chain tension .....
Chain sharpness ,,
For damaged parts
For loose caps ....
For loose fasteners.
For loose parts ....
Inspect and Clean:
Bar ................
Complete saw .....
Air filter .............
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours*
Chain brake ........ Every 5 hours*
Spark arresting screen
and muffler ......... Every 25 hours*
Replace spark plug , Yearly
Replace fuel filter,., Yearly
* Hours of Operation
AIR FILTER
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable solvent to avoid creating
a fire hazard or producing harmful evapora-
tive emissions.
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Poulan Pro 295 Specifications

General

Brand	Poulan Pro
Model	295
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS AND SAFETY RULES

SAFETY RULES

Essential safety guidelines and precautions for operating the chain saw.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

Guidelines for safe operation of the chain saw, including handling and posture.

MAINTAIN SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER

Instructions for keeping the chain saw in proper working condition.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

Precautions to take when handling fuel for the chain saw.

UNDERSTANDING KICKBACK HAZARDS

Explanation of kickback and methods to avoid it.

REDUCE KICKBACK CHANCE

Techniques and strategies to minimize the risk of kickback.

MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE SAW

Tips for maintaining a firm grip and balance while operating the saw.

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

Description of built-in safety features designed to reduce kickback hazards.

KICKBACK REDUCTION FEATURES EXPLAINED

Details on low-kickback chains, guide bars, and hand guards.

CHAIN BRAKE AND CKA ANGLE

Explanation of the chain brake system and Computed Kickback Angle (CKA).

ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING THE BAR AND CHAIN

Step-by-step instructions for attaching the guide bar and chain.

CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for checking and adjusting chain tension for safe operation.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR SAW AND CONTROLS

Familiarization with the saw's components and controls.

FUELING AND LUBRICATION

FUELING ENGINE AND MIXTURE

Information on correct gasoline and oil mixture for the engine.

BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION

Importance and method of lubricating the bar and chain.

STARTING THE ENGINE

STARTING A COLD ENGINE

Procedure for starting the saw when cold or after refueling.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

Procedure for starting the saw when warm.

DIFFICULT OR FLOODED STARTING

Troubleshooting steps for engines that are hard to start or flooded.

CHAIN BRAKE OPERATION AND TESTING

How to engage, disengage, and test the chain brake.

CUTTING METHODS OVERVIEW

Basic techniques and precautions for cutting wood.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

PLANNING AND PREPARING FOR FELLING

Steps for planning a safe tree felling operation.

FELLING LARGE TREES AND NOTCHING

Methods for felling large trees, including notch cutting.

CUTTING A FALLEN TREE (BUCKING)

BUCKING SAFETY AND TECHNIQUES

Guidelines for safely cutting fallen logs into desired sizes.

BUCKING WITHOUT SUPPORT

Techniques for bucking logs not supported by anything.

BUCKING WITH SUPPORT

Techniques for bucking logs supported by stands or other logs.

LIMBING AND PRUNING

LIMBING A FELLED TREE

Safely removing branches from a fallen tree.

PRUNING TREE BRANCHES

Techniques for pruning branches, including height limitations.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Recommended service intervals for various saw components.

AIR FILTER CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT

Procedure for cleaning or replacing the air filter.

MUFFLER AND SPARK ARRESTER CARE

Inspection and cleaning of the muffler and spark arresting screen.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

Instructions for adjusting the carburetor for optimal performance.

BAR MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT

Steps for maintaining or replacing the guide bar.

CHAIN SHARPENING AND IGNITION TIMING

Information on chain sharpening and fixed ignition timing.

SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT

Procedure for replacing the spark plug.

STORAGE PROCEDURES

Guidelines for safely storing the chain saw.

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

Common problems, their causes, and recommended solutions.

WARRANTY AND ASSISTANCE INFORMATION

Details on limited warranty and how to get assistance or service.

EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION