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Customer Helpline
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Customer Helpline
01904 727500
www.gardenservicecentre.co.uk
Operating the Chainsaw
How to confirm if the chain brake is functioning correctly
1. Turn off the engine and leave until cold.
2. With the chainsaw on a flat surface and the chain tensioned correctly, engage the chain-brake
by pushing it forward until an audible click is heard. Then, wearing protective gloves, attempt to
move the chain by hand in the direction of normal rotation if this is not possible the chain brake
has been engaged. If the brake is engaged when the chain is rotating at high speed for extended
periods of time this can cause damage to the clutch or for it to fail completely. When the brake is
activated whilst cutting, immediately release it having first released the throttle lever and set the
chainsaw to “STOP”.”
Operating the Chainsaw
Step 5 - Sawing
Step 4 - Stop the engine
1. Release the throttle lever to allow the engine to idle for a few seconds.
2. Set the switch to the “STOP” position.
Important:
Do not put the chainsaw on the ground when it is still running. For additional safety,
Switch the chainsaw off when not in use or between cuts. In the event that the ignition switch will
not stop the saw, pull the choke control out and engage the chain brake to stop the engine. If the
ignition switch does 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 have finished using the saw, always relieve the tank pressure by loosening,
then retightening, the chain oil and fuel mix caps. Allow the engine to cool before storing.
Step 6 - Felling a Tree
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felling direction
1st cut
2nd cut
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5°
45
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A
B
B
1. When deciding the felling direction considering the wind, lean of the tree, location of heavy
branches, ease of job after felling and other factors.
2. While cleaning the area around the tree, arrange a good foothold and retreat path.
3. Make a notch cut one-third of the way into the tree on the felling side.
4. Make a felling cut from the opposite side of the notch and at a level slightly higher than the
bottom of the notch.
5. Escape path: First clear the tree base and work area of interfering limbs and brush and clean
its lower portion with an axe. Then, establish two paths of escape (B) and remove all obstacles.
These paths should be generally opposite to the planned direction of the fall of the tree (A) and
about at a 45° angle. Place all tools and equipment a safe distance away from the tree, but not
on the escape paths.
WARNING!
Before proceeding to your job, read the “Safety instructions” section. It is recommended to
first practice sawing easy logs. Ensure your logs are securely placed, using a saw or logging
horse.This also helps you get accustomed to your unit. Always follow the safety regulations.
This chainsaw is design to cut wood ONLY. Cutting any other materials with this machines is
DANGEROUS and will damage the machine. Vibrations and kickback will vary with materials
other than wood and the requirements of the safety regulations would not be met. Do not use
the chainsaw as a lever for lifting, moving or splitting objects. Do not lock it over fixed stands.
It is strictly forbidden to attach any accessories to this product other than those supplied by the
manufacturer.
It is not necessary to force the saw into the cut. Apply only light pressure while running the
engine at full throttle.
WARNING!
-You should have received training from a suitable person before attempting to fell a tree.”
- When you fell a tree, be sure to warn anyone in close proximity of the danger.
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