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STORAGE
WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
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Allow motor to cool before storing or
transporting.
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Store chain saw and extension cord in a
well ventilated area
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Store chain saw with all guards in place
and position chain saw so that
any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury.
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Store chain saw unplugged, well out of
the reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of
the season or if it will not be used for 30
days or more.
If your chain saw is to be stored for a
period of time:
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Clean it thoroughly before lengthy stor-
age.
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Store in a clean dry area.
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Lightly oil external metal surfaces and
guide bar.
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Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy
paper or cloth.
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Chain does
not move
when trigger
switch is
engaged
.
1. Chain tension incorrect.
2. Guide bar rails pinched.
3. Trigger switch failure.
4. Circuit breaker tripped/
fuse failure.
1. See “Check Chain Tension” in
Maintenance section.
2. Repair or replace.
3. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
4. Reset circuit breaker or replace
fuse.
Chain clat-
ters or cuts
roughly.
1. Chain tension incorrect.
2. Cutters damaged.
3. Chain worn.
4. Cutters dull, improperly
sharpened, or depth
gauges too high.
5. Sprocket worn.
1. See “Check Chain Tension” in
Maintenance Section.
2. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
3. Resharpen or replace chain.
4. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
5. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
1. Chain cutter tops not
filed flat.
2. Guide bar burred or
bent; rails uneven.
Chain stops
during cut.
1. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
2. Repair or replace guide bar.
Oil inade-
quate for bar
and chain
lubrication.
1. Oil tank empty.
2. Oil outlet clogged.
3. Guide bar oil hole
blocked.
1. Fill oil tank.
2. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
3. Remove bar and clean.
Chain cuts
at an angle.
WARNING:
Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source be-
fore performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies
that require unit to be operating.
1. Cutters damaged on
one side.
2. Chain dull on one side.
3. Guide bar bent or worn.
1. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
2. See “Chain Sharpening” in
Service and Adjustments section.
3. Replace guide bar.
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