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MCS2000
by MacAllister
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GB
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Product functions
WARNING!
If the saw chain and motor fail to stop when
the chain brake is engaged, take the product to the
nearest authorised dealer or service centre! Do not use
the product if the chain brake is not working properly!
The chain brake should not be used for starting and
stopping the product during normal operation!
Chain brake test
The following functional check should be carried out before each
use. The purpose of the chain brake test is to reduce the possibility
of injury due to kickback.
Make sure the chain brake (2) is disengaged. Disengage the
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chain brake (2) by pulling it back towards the front handle (1)
(Fig. 16).
Place the product on any suitable flat surface, make sure the
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saw chain (3) is not touching the surface or other objects and
connect it to the power supply as described.
Grasp the front handle (1)
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with your left hand. Your
thumb and fingers should
encircle the handle. Grasp
the rear handle (12) with
your right hand. Your thumb
and fingers should encircle
the handle (Fig. 18).
Fig. 18
Press the lock-off button (14) with your right thumb, then fully
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squeeze in the on/off switch (15) with your index finger and hold
it in position.
While the motor is running, activate the chain brake (2) by
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moving your left hand forward against the chain brake (2). The
saw chain (3) and motor should stop immediately.
NOTE:
The motor will not start if the chain brake is in the
engaged position.
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