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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
All maintenance work on the chainsaw apart from the work described
in this manual may only be carried out by authorised after-sales service personnel.
Chain brake operational test
Test the chain brake periodically to ensure proper function.
Perform a chain brake test prior to initial cutting, following 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 (Fig 21-A) with your right
hand.
4. With your left hand, hold the front handle (Fig 21-
B) [not chain brake lever (Fig 21-C)] firmly.
5. Squeeze the throttle trigger to 1/3 throttle, then
immediately activate the chain brake lever (Fig 21-C).
6. Chain should stop abruptly. When it does, immedi-
ately release the throttle trigger.
7. If chain brake functions properly, turn the engine off and return the chain brake to the DIS-
ENGAGED position.
Fig 21
WARNING:
If chain does not stop, turn engine off and take your unit to the nearest
authorised service centre for service.
Air filter
Do not operate saw without the air filter. Dust and
dirt will be drawn into engine and damage it. The air
filter must be cleaned after 20 hours of service.
Cleaning the air filter (Fig 22-C)
Remove the top cover by undoing the cover
fastening screw on the cover. You can then
remove the cover.
Lift out the air filter and wash filter in clean, warm,
soapy water. Rinse in clear, cool water. Air dry com-
pletely.
Refit the filter, fit the cover for the engine/air filter.
Make sure that the cover fits perfectly when you do
so. Tighten the fastening screw for the cover.
Fig 22
