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English (Original Instructions)
pull the choke lever out to the fully extended position
(Full Choke)
and engage the 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 chainsaw again to prevent unsafe
conditions or serious injury.
NOTE:
When you are finished using the saw, always
relieve tank pressure by loosening, then retightening, the
chain lubricant and fuel caps. Allow the engine to cool
before storing.
ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED
See Figure 15.
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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 to 2600~3600 rpm.
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If the chain turns at idle, turn the idle speed screw
“T”
counter clockwise to reduce the idle RPM and
stop the chain movement. If the saw chain still moves
at idle speed, contact an authorised service centre
for adjustment and discontinue use until the repair is
made.
WARNING:
THE SAW CHAIN SHOULD NEVER TURN AT
IDLE. Serious personal injury may result from
the saw chain turning at idle.
PULL AND PUSH
See Figure 16.
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 chainsaw has been fully factory tested. It is
normal to find some slight lubricant residue on the saw.
KICKBACK PRECAUTIONS
See Figures 17 - 18.
Rotational kickback occurs when the moving chain
contacts an object at the Kickback Danger Zone of the
guide bar. The result is a lightning-fast reverse reaction,
which kicks the guide bar up and back towards the
operator. This reaction can cause loss of control, which
can result in serious injury.
PREPARING FOR CUTTING PROPER GRIP ON
HANDLES
See Figure 19.
See
General Safety Rules
for appropriate safety
equipment.
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Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and
protection.
choke lever is pulled all the way out to the
START
position, the throttle is set for starting. To reset the throttle
to the
RUN
position, squeeze and then release the
throttle trigger.
To start a cold engine:
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Turn ignition switch to the
ON
position.
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Make sure the chain brake is in the brake position by
pushing forwards on the lever/hand guard.
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Fully press and release the primer bulb at least 10
times.
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Pull choke lever all the way out to the
START
position.
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When the temperature is above 10°C, pull the starter
grip until the engine attempts to start, but no more
than 3 times. When the temperature is below 10°C,
pull the starter grip until the engine attempts to start,
but no more than 5 times.
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Push choke lever to the
RUN
position. Pull starter
grip until engine runs.
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Depress the trigger release. Squeeze and release
the throttle trigger to let the engine idle. Before
accelerating the engine or cutting wood, make sure
the chain brake is in the
RUN
position by pulling back
on the brake lever/hand guard.
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.
To Start a Warm Engine:
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Turn ignition switch to the
ON
position.
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Make sure the chain brake is in the brake position by
pushing forwards on the lever/hand guard.
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Keep choke lever on the
RUN
position.
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Pull starter grip until engine runs, but no more than 5
times. If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold
engine starting procedure.
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Depress the trigger release. Squeeze and release
the throttle trigger to let the engine idle. Before
accelerating the engine or cutting wood, make sure
the chain brake is in the
RUN
position by pulling back
on the brake lever/hand guard.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
See Figures 7 and 14.
Release the throttle trigger and let the engine return to
idle. To stop the engine, move the ignition switch to the
stop
(0) position. Do not put the chainsaw 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,
