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OPERATION INSTRUCTION
STARTING AND STOPPING THE CHAINSAW
A. To start the chainsaw:
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Make sure chain tension is at desired setting. Refer to adjusting the chain tension in the Care
and Maintenance section of this manual.
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Make sure the chain cover lock knob is tight to the chain cover.
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Make sure no objects or obstructions are in the immediate vicinity which could come in
contact with the bar and chain.
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Fit the battery into the chainsaw.
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Press in the safety lock. This makes the trigger operational.
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Press and hold the trigger, and keep it pressed for continued operation.
B. To stop the chainsaw:
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Release the trigger.
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Upon release of the trigger switch, the safety lock will be automatically reset to the lock
position.
Safety Lock
Trigger
NOTE:
It is normal for the chain to coast to a stop once the trigger is released.
