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MCS2400
by MacAllister
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GB
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Product functions
Chain brake
The chain brake is a safety mechanism activated by the front guard
(2). When kickback occurs the chain stops immediately.
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Fig. 15
Fig. 16
The chain brake (2) in the
disengaged position, the
product can be operated
(Fig. 15).
The chain brake (2) in the engaged
position, the saw chain is stopped
as soon as the chain brake is
activated (Fig. 16).
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. 15).
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. 17).
Fig. 17
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