Poulan Pro 295 User Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
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 1. Ignition switch off. 1. Move ignition switch to ON.
start or will run 2. Engine flooded. 2. See "Difficult Starting" in
only a few Operation Section.
seconds after 3. Fuel tank empty. 3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
starting. 4. Spark plug not firing. 4. InstaU new spark ping.
5. Fuel not reaching 5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
carburetor. Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Engine will 1. Carburetor requires 1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
not idle adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.
properly. 2. Crankshaft seals worn. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine will not 1. Air filter dirty. 1. Clean or replace air filter.
accelerate, 2. Spark plug fouled. 2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
lacks power, 3. Chain brake engaged. 3. Disengage chain brake.
or dies under 4. Carburetor requires 4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
a load. adjustment.
Engine 1. Too much oil mixed with 1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
smokes gasoline, correct fuel mixture.
excessively.
Chain moves 1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
at idle speed. Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1-800-554-8723.
NEED SERVICE PART?
Contact your authorized service dealer.
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
warrants to the original purchaser that each
new Poulan PRO® brand gasoline chain saw
is free from defects in material and workmen-
ship end agrees to repair or replace under this
warranty any defective gasoline chain sew as
follows from the odginal date of purchase.
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for
Household purposes.
68 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for
Commercial, Professional, or income Produc-
ing purposes.
38 DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental
purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does not
cover damage or liabilitycaused by improper
handling, improper maintenance, or the use of
accessories and/or attachments not specifical-
ly recommended by ELEGTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., for this chain sew. Addi-
tionally, this warranty does not cover damage
caused by improper handling, improper main-
tenance, or if the saw is altered in any way
which in our judgement affects itscondition or
operation. This warranty does not cover tune-
up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, starter
springs, chain sharpening, bars, chains, and
other parts which wear and require replace-
ment with reasonable use during the warranty
period. This warranty does not cover predeliv-
ery set-up, installation of guide bar and chain,
and normal adjustments explained in the in-
struction manual such as carburetor adjust-
ments and chain tension adjustments. This
warranty does not cover transportation costs.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESS-
LY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
PANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
UCTS, INC., is to continoously improve its
products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
signs, specifications, and accessoites of all
products at any time without notice or obliga-
tion to any purchaser.
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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