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OPERATION
Always hold the front handle with the left hand and
the rear handle with the right hand. Always keep all
body parts to the left of the chain line.
WARNING
Preparing the Work Area
Cutting Procedure Basics
1. Start the unit. Refer to Starting Instructions in the
Starting and Stopping section.
2. Keep your fingers off the throttle control until you
are ready to make a cut.
3. Accelerate the unit to full speed before cutting.
4. Press the unit against the wood and maintain a firm,
steady pressure through most of the cut. Do not put
pressure on the unit at the end of the cut.
5. Maintain a steady speed throughout the cut. Keep
the unit running through the entire cut.
6. Do not try to force the saw through the wood. Allow
the saw chain to do the cutting. Exert only light
pressure. Forcing the cut could result in damage to
the unit or personal injury.
7. Release the throttle control as soon as the cut
is completed. Allow the saw chain to come to a
complete stop. The saw chain, guide bar and engine
may experience unnecessary wear if the unit is run
without a cutting load.
Holding the Unit
– Firmly encircle the handles with the thumbs and
fingers (Fig. 6). This will help reduce the chance
of losing control of the unit if kickback occurs. Any
grip with thumbs and fingers on the same side of the
handles is dangerous.
– Always grip the unit firmly with both hands when the
unit is running.
– Hold the front handle with the left hand. Keep the
left arm straight to help withstand potential kickback.
– Hold the rear handle with the right hand. Keep the
right arm slightly bent.
– Use these hand placements whether the operator is
left-handed or right-handed. This will help keep the
operator slightly to the left of the unit and out of the
direct line of the chain saw if kickback occurs (Fig. 7
and Fig. 8).
– Stand in a stable position with feet apart and firmly
Holding the Unit Cont’d
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Correct Stance
Fig. 9
Correct Grip
Thumbs Below the Handles
Incorrect Grip
Thumb
Above the
Handle
Chain Line
Incorrect Stance
Chain Line
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Correct Stance
Fig. 9
Correct Grip
Thumbs Below the Handles
Incorrect Grip
Thumb
Above the
Handle
Chain Line
Incorrect Stance
Chain Line
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Correct Stance
Fig. 9
Correct Grip
Thumbs Below the Handles
Incorrect Grip
Thumb
Above the
Handle
Chain Line
Incorrect Stance
Chain Line
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
When fueling or using your chainsaw, a fire
extinguisher should be available.
WARNING
– Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets; keep
them outside a 50-foot (15 m) radius, at a minimum.
Even then, they are still at risk from thrown objects.
Encourage bystanders to wear eye protection. If you
are approached, stop the unit immediately. When
felling, the safe distance is at least twice the height
of the tallest tree in the work area. When bucking,
keep workers at least 15 feet (4.6 m) apart.
– Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas invite
injuries. Do not start cutting until the work area is
clear and free from obstructions. Make sure there is
secure footing and a planned retreat path from falling
trees or branches.
– Do not cut near electrical cables or power lines. Keep
at least 50 feet (15 m) away from all power lines.
– Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
When carrying a chainsaw with engine running,
always engage the chain brake.
WARNING
planted.
– Do not cut above shoulder height. Do not over reach.
