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To Start a Warm Engine:
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Set the ignition switch to the RUN ( I ) position.
■
Make sure the chain brake is in the run position by pulling
back on the lever/hand guard.
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Fully press and release the primer bulb 4 times.
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Pull starter grip until engine runs.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See Figures 11 - 12.
Release the throttle trigger and let the engine return to
idle. To stop the engine, move the ignition switch to the
STOP (
) position. Do not put the chain saw on the ground
when the chain is still moving. For additional safety, set the
chain brake when the saw is not in use.
In the event that the ignition switch will not stop the saw,
pull the choke knob out to the fully extended position (FULL
CHOKE /
) and engage chain brake to stop the engine.
If the ignition switch will not stop the saw when set to the
STOP position, have the ignition switch repaired before
using the chain saw again to prevent unsafe conditions or
serious injury.
NOTE: When you are fi nished using the saw, always relieve
tank pressure by loosening, then retightening, the chain oil
and fuel mix caps. Allow the engine to cool before storing.
ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED
See Figure 13.
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If the engine starts, runs, and accelerates, but will not
idle, turn the idle speed screw “T” clockwise to increase
idle speed.
■
If the chain turns at idle, turn the idle speed screw “T”
counterclockwise to reduce the idle RPM and stop the
chain movement. If the saw chain still moves at idle speed,
contact an authorized service center for adjustment and
discontinue use until the repair is made.
WARNING
THE SAW CHAIN SHOULD NEVER TURN AT IDLE. Turn
the idle speed screw “T” counterclockwise to reduce the
idle RPM and stop the chain, or contact an authorized
service center for adjustment and discontinue use until
the repair is made. Serious personal injury may result
from the saw chain turning at idle.
PULL AND PUSH
See Figure 14.
The reaction force of the saw is always opposite to the
direction the chain is moving. Thus, the operator must be
ready to control the PULL when cutting on the bottom edge
of the bar and the PUSH when cutting along the top edge.
NOTE: The chain saw has been fully factory tested. It is
normal to fi nd some slight oil residue on the saw.
OPERATING THE CHAIN BRAKE(Fig. 4-5)
Check the operating condition of the chain brake prior to
each use.
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Using the back of your left hand, engage the chain brake
by pushing the chain brake lever/hand guard toward the
bar while the chain is rotating rapidly.
■
Reset the chain brake back into the RUN position by
grasping the top of the chain brake lever/hand guard and
pulling toward the front handle until you hear a click.
WARNING
If the chain brake does not stop the chain immediately,
or if the chain brake will not stay in the run position
without assistance, take the saw to an authorized
service center for repair prior to use.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See Figures 6 - 10.
The starting method differs depending on whether the engine
is cold or warm.
WARNING
Keep your body to the left of the chain line. Never
straddle the saw or chain, or lean over past the chain
line.
■
Place the chain saw on level ground and ensure that no
objects or obstructions are in the immediate vicinity that
could come in contact with the bar and chain. To prevent
rapid dulling of the chain, do not allow the bar and chain
to contact dirt on the ground.
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Hold the front handle fi rmly with your left hand and put
your right foot onto the base of the rear handle.
To Start a Cold Engine:
■
Set the ignition switch to the RUN ( I ) position.
■
Make sure the chain brake is in the run position by pulling
back on the lever/hand guard.
■
Fully press and release the primer bulb 4 times.
■
Pull choke knob all the way out to FULL CHOKE (
)
position.
■
Pull the starter grip until the engine attempts to start, but
no more than 5 times.
■
Push choke knob to HALF CHOKE (
) position.
■
Pull starter grip until engine runs.
NOTE: Allow the saw to run in this position 15-30
seconds, depending upon the temperature.
■
Push the choke knob in to the RUN (
) position.
CAUTION
Failure to release partial throttle when chain brake lever
is in the brake position will result in serious damage to
the unit. Never squeeze and hold the throttle trigger
while the chain brake is in the brake position.
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