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A. To start the chain saw:
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Ensure the battery is not installed in the tool.
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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 nuts (K) are 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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Insert the battery into the chain saw.
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Press the power button to the left of the rear handle.
You will hear two audible beeps signaling the chain
saw is active.
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Press in the safety lock (E). This makes the trigger
switch (F) operational.
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Make sure that the chain brake (I) is not engaged. If
it is, pull back on the chain brake (I) to disengage the
brake.
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Press and hold the trigger switch (F) and keep it
pressed for continued operation.
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Release the safety lock (E) during operation.
B. To stop the chain saw:
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Release the trigger switch (F).
LED Indicator Lights
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Power Indicator – LED will illuminate GREEN
indicating that the chain saw is active.
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Alert Indicator – LED will illuminate RED indicating an
abnormal condition. Refer to the Troubleshooting
section on page 32.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Keep body to the left of the chain line. Never straddle the saw or chain, or lean over past the chain line.
WARNING
Starting and stopping the chain saw
F
K
I
E
Power Button
Power Button
Power Indicator
Alert Indicator
Upon release of the trigger switch, the safety lock will be automatically reset to the lock position.
Note: It is normal for the chain to coast to a stop once the trigger switch is released.
