Translation of original operating instructions for petrol chainsaw FX-KS series
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Actuate the throttle trigger (8) only after the
chain brake has been released. The clutch
could otherwise be damaged.
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The throttle trigger can now be actuated.
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Before starting to saw, check the chain lu-
brication.
−
To do this, place the chainsaw against
a light background and open the throttle
fully.
−
If a slick of chain oil can be seen on the
light background (e.g. sheet of paper),
the chain lubrication is set correctly.
The chainsaw is ready for operation.
Stopping the engine
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Turn the stop switch (9) to the "0" position.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury!
Before switching off the chainsaw, always
allow the engine to die down!
Warm start
CAUTION!
The chainsaw is fitted with an Easy-Start
system. Do not pull the start handle quickly
or suddenly.
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Block the chain brake using the front hand
guard. To do this, push the front hand
guard forwards until it is heard to engage.
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Turn the stop switch to the "I" position (9).
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Place the chainsaw on even ground and
secure. Step into the handle recess with
the right foot to do this.
CAUTION!
Before starting the engine:
When placing on the ground to attempt to
start the engine, ensure that the saw chain is
not in contact with the ground.
If there is ground contact while the engine is
being started there is an acute risk of acci-
dent!
Components of the chainsaw could be dam-
aged beyond repair.
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Secure the chainsaw with the left hand on
the front handle.
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Pull out the chainsaw's starter handle (11)
on the cable until a resistance is felt. Then
continue to pull out in doses.
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Engine starts:
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Chainsaw runs at idling speed
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Engine does not start:
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Repeat starting procedure until engine
starts.
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Slowly and surely lift the chainsaw up off
the ground. Do
not
touch the throttle trig-
ger when doing this!
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With the left hand, pull the front hand
guard (chain brake lever) towards the front
handle
– the chain brake can be heard to
disengage.
−
The saw chain can now run freely on
the guide rail.
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The throttle trigger can now be actuated.
The chainsaw is ready for operation.
Adjusting chain lubrication
WARNING!
Risk of injury!
Before adjusting the oil volume for chain lu-
brication, always switch off the engine!
The setting screw for the oil volume is on the
underside of the chainsaw.
A sign located there describes how to in-
crease or decrease the oil flow for saw chain
lubrication.
Chain oil setting screw
+
Increase oil volume
–
Decrease oil volume
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Regulate the oil volume underneath on the
clutch side using the screwdriver for oil
volume adjustment (D).
