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TO START ENGINE
1.
To start the saw, push the switch (ON/OFF switch) to
the ON (I) position. (Fig. 9A)
2.
Pull out the choke (A) to the point where it latches in
place. (Fig. 9B)
3.
Push the primer bulb (B) 10 times. (Fig. 9C)
4.
Latch throttle advance: depress latch and hold (C)
squeeze throttle trigger (D) release trigger and then
the latch. (Fig. 9D)
5.
Place the saw on a firm and level surface. Hold the
saw securely with your foot as illustrated. Pull the
starter rope 4 times. Watch the chain in case it runs.
(Fig. 9E)
NOTE:
If the engine sounds as if it wants to start before
the 4
th
pull, stop pulling and proceed as described in the
next step.
6.
Push in the choke (E) as far it will go. (Fig. 9F)
7.
Hold the saw securely and tug sharply on the starter
4 times. The engine should start.
8.
Let the engine run for 10 seconds to warm up. Press
the trigger (H) and put it into idle. (Fig. 9G)
9.
If the eingine does not start up, repeat the above
steps.
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RE-STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1.
Make sure the on/off switch is in the “I” position.
2.
Pull out the choke to the point where it latches in
place.
3.
Depress the primer bulb 10 times.
4.
Set the throttle latch.
5.
Pull the starter rope rapidly 4 times. The engine
should start.
6.
Push in the choke as far it will go.
7.
Release the throttle latch.
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TO STOP ENGINE
1.
Release trigger and allow engine to return to idle
speed.
2.
Press STOP switch down to stop engine Figure 9H.
NOTE:
For emergency stopping, simply activate CHAIN
BRAKE and move STOP switch down.
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CHAIN BRAKE OPERATIONAL TEST
Test the CHAIN BRAKE periodically to ensure proper
function.
Perform a CHAIN BRAKE test prior to initial cutting, fol-
lowing extensive cutting, and definitely following any
CHAIN BRAKE service.
TEST CHAIN BRAKE AS FOLLOWS:
1.
Place saw on a clear, firm, flat surface.
2.
Start engine.
3.
Grasp the rear handle (A) with your right hand (Fig.
10).
4.
With your left hand, hold the front handle (B) [not
CHAIN BRAKE lever (C)] firmly (Fig. 10).
5.
Squeeze the throttle trigger to 1/3 throttle, then imme-
diately activate the CHAIN BRAKE lever (C) (Fig. 10).
6.
Chain should stop abruptly. When it does, immediate-
ly release the throttle trigger.
7.
If chain brake functions properly, turn the engine off
and return the chain brake to the DISENGAGED
position.
Fig. 8
B
A
C
Fig. 9A
Fig. 9B
A
Fig. 9C
Fig. 9D
B
Fig. 9G
Fig. 9H
Fig. 9E
Fig. 9F
E
C
D
WARNING
: Activate the chain brake slowly and
deliberately. Keep the chain from touching any-
thing; don t let the saw tip forward.
WARNING:
If chain does not stop, turn
engine off and take your unit to the nearest
Talon Authorized Service Center for service.
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SAW CHAIN / BAR LUBRICATION
Adequate lubrication of the saw chain is essential at all
times to minimize friction with the guide bar.
Never starve the bar and chain of oil. Running the saw
with too little oil will decrease cutting efficiency, shorten
saw chain life, cause rapid dulling of chain, and cause
excessive wear of bar from overheating. Too little oil is evi-
denced by smoke, bar discoloration or pitch build-up.
NOTE:
Saw chain stretches during use, particularly when
it is new, and it will occasionally be necessary to adjust
and tighten it. New chain will require adjustment after
about 5 minutes of operation.
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AUTOMATIC OILER
Your chain saw is equipped with an automatic clutch driv-
en oiler system. The oiler automatically delivers the prop-
er amount of oil to the bar and chain. As the engine speed
increases, so does the oil flow to the bar pad. There is no
flow adjustment. The oil tank should be checked and
topped up each time the fuel tank is refilled.
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FELLING
Felling is the term for cutting down a tree. Small trees up
to 6-7 inches (15-18cm) in diameter are usually cut in a
single cut. Larger trees require notch cuts. Notch cuts
determine the direction the tree will fall.
FELLING A TREE:
NOTE:
Direction of fall
(B) is controlled by the
notching cut. Before
any cuts are made,
consider the location of
larger branches and
natural lean of the tree
to determine the way
the tree will fall.
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR FELLING TREES:
Normally felling consists of 2 main cutting operations,
notching (C) and making the felling cut (D).
Start making the upper notch cut (C) on the side of the
tree facing the felling direction (E). Be sure you don t make
the lower cut too deep into the trunk.
The notch (C) should be deep enough to create a hinge
(F) of sufficient width and strength. The notch should be
wide enough to direct the fall of the tree for as long as pos-
sible.
Never saw completely through the trunk. Always leave a
hinge. The hinge guides the tree. If the trunk is complete-
ly cut through, control over the felling direction is lost.
Insert a wedge or felling lever in the cut well before the
tree becomes unstable and starts to move. This will pre-
vent the guidebar from binding in the felling cut if you have
misjudged the falling direction. Make sure no bystanders
have entered the range of the falling tree before you push
it over.
FELLING CUT:
1.
Use wooden or plastic wedges (A) to prevent binding
the bar or chain (B) in the cut. Wedges also control
felling (Fig. 11C).
2.
When diameter of wood being cut is greater than the
bar length, make 2 cuts as shown (Fig. 11D).
Fig. 10
A
B
C
GENERAL CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
: A retreat path (A) should be
planned and cleared as necessary before
cuts are started. The retreat path should
extend back and diagonally to the rear of the
expected line of fall, as illustrated in Fig. 11A
CAUTION
: If felling a tree on sloping ground,
the chain saw operator should keep on the
uphill side of the terrain, as the tree is likely to
roll or slide downhill after it is felled.
Fig. 11A
B
A
WARNING
: Do not cut down a tree during high or
changing winds or if there is a danger to property.
Consult a tree professional. Do not cut down a tree
if there is a danger of striking utility wires; notify
the utility company before making any cuts.
WARNING
: Never walk in front of a tree that
has been notched.
Make the felling cut (D) from the other side of
the tree and 1.5 - 2.0 inches (3-5 cm) above
the edge of the notch (C) (Fig. 11B)
Fig. 11B
WARNING
: Before making the final cut,
always recheck the area for bystanders,
animals or obstacles.
