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100647 - ChAiNSAw
OPERATiON
IF...
the engine is already warm, crouch in the starting position,
pull the choke knob out to position 1 and then push the choke
knob back in to position 2. Begin the starting procedure with
step 11.
wARNiNG
When carrying a chainsaw with engine running, always engage
the chain brake.
Stopping Instructions
1. Release the throttle control and allow the engine to idle.
2. To stop the engine, depress and hold the STOP switch (Fig. 3)
to the stop position.
Emergency Stopping
1. Push the chain brake lever forward to engage the chain
brake. Refer to
Testing the Chain Brake
in the
Assembly
section.
2. Depress and hold the STOP switch to the stop position.
wARNiNG
Always check the chain tension and adjust as necessary
before beginning operation. Refer to
Adjusting the Chain
Tension
in the
Maintenance
section.
wARNiNG
Make sure the chain oil reservoir is full before operation.
Check the oil level periodically so that it does not drop below
half full. Make sure the chain oil adjustment screw is set
appropriately. Refer to
Setting the Chain Oil Adjustment
Screw
in the
Maintenance
section. The saw chain must be
continuously coated with oil to function properly.
wARNiNG
Always wear appropriate eye, hearing, hand, foot and body
protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit.
Wear head protection. Use a full face shield when needed.
Refer to the
Safety
section for appropriate safety equipment
information.
Tips for best Results
–
Follow all safety instructions. Refer to the
Safety
section.
–
Only cut wood and materials made of wood. Do not attempt
to cut sheet metal, plastics, masonry or any other non-wood
materials.
–
Practice cutting a few small logs before beginning a major
cutting operation.
–
Do not attempt to cut trees or logs with diameters larger than
32 in. (81.3 cm).
Preparing the work Area
wARNiNG
When fueling or using your chainsaw, a fire extinguisher should
be available.
–
Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets; keep them
outside a 50-foot (15 m) radius, at a minimum. Even then, they
are still at risk from thrown objects. Encourage bystanders
to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the unit
immediately. When felling, the safe distance is at least twice
the height of the tallest tree in the work area. When bucking,
keep workers at least 15 feet (4.6 m) apart.
–
Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
Do not start cutting until the work area is clear and free from
obstructions. Make sure there is secure footing and a planned
retreat path from falling trees or branches.
–
Do not cut near electrical cables or power lines. Keep at least
50 feet (15 m) away from all power lines.
–
Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
holding the Unit
wARNiNG
When carrying a chainsaw with engine running, always engage
the chain brake.
wARNiNG
Always hold the front handle with the left hand and the rear
handle with the right hand. Always keep all body parts to the
left of the chain line.
–
Firmly encircle the handles with the thumbs and fingers
(Fig. 6). This will help reduce the chance of losing control of
the unit if kickback occurs. Any grip with thumbs and fingers
on the same side of the handles is dangerous.
–
Always grip the unit firmly with both hands when the unit is
running.
–
Hold the front handle with the left hand. Keep the left arm
straight to help withstand potential kickback.
–
Hold the rear handle with the right hand. Keep the right arm
slightly bent.
