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695XL OPERATOR MANUAL
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ICS695XL NAMES AND TERMS
Air box intake
The only entry point of air into the engine
Bar pad
The mounting pad on the powerhead that helps assure proper alignment of the
guidebar.
Bar slot
The slot feature on the guidebar that fits over the alignment block and bar stud.
Bystander safety zone
A 6 m (20 ft) circle around the operator that must remain free from bystanders,
children and pets.
Chain catcher
A device for retaining the chain if it breaks or derails.
Chain pitch
The distance between any three consecutive rivets on the chain divided by
two.
Chain tensioning screw
An adjustment screw used to set proper tension on the chain and compensate
for chain stretch from normal use.
Decompression valve
A device that relieves engine pressure to assist starting.
Front handle
The support handle located at or toward the front of the saw intended to be
gripped by the left hand.
Guidebar
A railed structure that supports and guides the chain. Sometimes simply called
the “bar”.
Kickback
The rapid backward and/or upward motion of the guidebar, occurring when the
chain near the top area of the nose of the guidebar contacts a foreign object or
snags in the workpiece.
Multi-function lever
A device for setting the choke and temporarily advancing the throttle in a
partially open position to aid starting.
Mud flap
A barrier to protect the operator from cutting debris and other projectiles.
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