OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Repairs and Maintenance Questions on Chainsaws and Concrete Cutters Electric Chainsaws Electric Poulan Chain saw. Model ES400 DAMAGED DRIVE TRANSMISSION

I have an electric Poulan Chain saw. Model ES400. Purchased locally in Sydney outer western suburbs.
It is used for small jobs only as I also have a larger 20" petrol saw for hardwood.
The Electric Poulan saw only worked for a small period of time before I had a problem. (out of warranty though)
The "plastic" reduction speed gear which is directly mounted on the Electric Motor Shaft has lost transmission due to the motor shaft spinning in the centre-hub.
The internal gear wheel teeth which mesh with the out-put chain drive sprocket are not damaged.
Is this a normal weak component of these chainsaws?
What is the cost of a replacement item?
Has there been any "Reverse - Engineering" to manufacture an "after - market" replacement spare part with greater reliability.
I would appreciate a reply.

Thanks
Donald Leslie
MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Donald,
The reason that the plastic gear would strip would be because the chain was not in a sharp state and you put to much presure on the saw when cutting.

As to the cost of a replacement plastic drive sprocket it would be $35.00 AUD + freight. The part number is 530053048.

Regards,
Bruce

[This message has been edited by Bruce (edited 07-04-2003).]

Bruce

I have same problem. Saw has been great and done heaps of work but finally stripped the gear. Can you let me know how to get this part.

Thanks

Andrew Morgan

Andrew M,
The part is available but would be at a cost of $52-00.

Regards,

Bruce