8
Adjusting
Screw
Chain Brake Nuts
Guide Bar
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn
S
Lift up the tip of the bar and securely
tighten the chain brake nuts with the bar
tool.
S
Recheck chain tension.
Chain Brake
Nuts
WARNING
:
If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.
OPERATING YOUR UNIT
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING
:
Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Contact an
authorized service dealer.
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require continuous lubri-
cation. Lubrication is provided by the auto-
matic oiler system when the oil tank is kept
filled. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and
chain. Too little oil will cause overheating
shown by smoke coming from the chain and/
or discoloration of the bar.Only use Bar and
Chain Oil for bar and chain lubrication.
Oil Cap
Fuel mix cap
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING
:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded
gasoline.
Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. If you do not
use this oil, use a good quality 2-cycle
air-cooled oil designed to be mixed at a ratio
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
0,125 liter of oil with 5 liters of unleaded
gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive or boat
oil. These oils will cause engine damage.
When mixing fuel follow the instructions
printed on the container. Always read and
follow the safety rules relating to fuel before
fueling your unit.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To
avoid engine problems, empty the fuel
system before storage for 30 days or longer.
Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it
run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Never
use engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may
occur.
CHAIN BRAKE
Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pulling
the front hand guard back toward the front
handle as far as possible. The chain brake
must be disengaged before cutting with the
saw.
WARNING
:
The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
To stop the engine,
move the ON/STOP
switch to the STOP position.
To start the engine,
hold the saw firmly on
the ground as illustrated below. Make sure
the chain is free to turn without contacting
any object.
Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
Use only 15”---18” of rope per pull.
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When pulling the starter rope, do not use the
full extent of the rope as this can cause the
rope to break. Do not let starter rope snap
back. Hold the handle and let the rope rewind
slowly.