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AFTER SALES SUPPORT
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AFTER SALES SUPPORT
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OPERATION
Chain brake / hand guard
This chain saw is equipped with a Chain brake/Hand guard which stops a moving chain in
milliseconds,helping to reduce the hazard of kickback, a fast upward motion of the guide bar
which occurs when the saw chain at the nose of the bar accidentally strikes an object or is
pinched in the cut. The Hand Guard also protects your left hand in the event it slips off the front
handle.
The chain brake is a safety feature which is activated if pressure is applied against the guard or
when, in the event of kickback, the operator’s hand strikes the lever. When the chain brake is
activated, chain movement abruptly stops and the power supply to the motor is immediately cut
off.
The purpose of the chain brake is to reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback. The chain
brake cannot, however, provide the measure of intended protection if the saw is carelessly
operated. The chain brake is disengaged (chain can move) when the brake is pulled back and
locked. This is the normal running position. The chain brake is engaged (chain cannot move) when
the brake is in the forward position.
Brake is engaged and the product can not be started or run.
Brake is disengaged and the product can be operated.
CAUTION:
A loose chain can jump off the bar while you are cutting, as well as
wear the bar and chain. A chain that is too tight can damage the saw. Either way,
if a chain is too loose or too tight, it could cause serious personal injury.
CAUTION:
NOTE: The motor will not start if the chain brake is in the engaged
position.
CAUTION:
NOTE: The motor will not start if the chain brake is in the engaged
position.
OPERATION
Chain brake test
Cutting
Before cutting with your saw, the chain brake should be tested as follows:
A. Make sure the chain brake is disengaged.
B. Place the saw on a firm, flat, dry surface that is clear of any debris. Do not let the saw come in
contact with any objects.
C. Instal of the battery pack.
D. Grasp the front handle (not the Chain Brake / Hand Guard Lever) with your left hand. Thumb
and fingers should encircle the handle.
E. Grasp the rear handle with your right hand .Thumb and fingers should encircle the handle.
F. Depress the Lock-off button with your right thumb. Squeeze the trigger with your index finger.
G. While the motor is running, activate the chain brake by rolling your left hand forward against the
lever.
H. Chain and motor should stop abruptly.
Felling
Felling is the term for cutting down a tree. Small trees up to 12-
15cm in diameter are usually cut in a single cut.
Limbing
Limbing a tree is the process of removing the branches from a
fallen tree. Do not remove supporting limbs (A) until after the log
is bucked (cut) into lengths. Branches under tension should be
cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain saw.
WARNING:
If the chain and motor fail to stop when the chain brake is engaged,
take the saw to the nearest professional Service Center. Do not use the saw if the
chain brake is not in proper working order.
