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exists that icing may occur, the unit should
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be set to operate in anti-freeze mode before
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use. (F15}
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1. Flip the engine switch to turn off the
engine.
2. Remove the air cleaner cover form the
cylinder cover
3. Loosen a screw and remove the screen
on the back of the air cleaner cover.
4. Reattach the screen right side left so as to
the anti-icing plate if on the right. Reinstai!
the cover.
(1) Air cleaner ccver, (2) Anti-icing plate
(3) Screw, (4) Normal operaling mode
(5) Anti-freeze moda, (6) Screen
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WARNING
Continuing to use the product in anti-freeze
mode even when temperaturas have risen
and returned to normal may result in the
engine falling to
start properly or in the engine falling to
operate at its normal speed. And for this
reason you should always be sure to return
the unit to normal operating mode if there is
no danger of icing occurring.
When using the saw with the anti-freeze
mode, frequently check the screen and keep
it clean of saw dust.
CHAIN BARKE (F17)
This machine is equipped with an automatic
brake to stop saw chain rotation upon
occurrence of kickback while in saw cutting
operated. by inertial force which acts on the
weight fitted inside the front guard.
This brake can also be operated manually
with the front guard turned down to the guide
bar.
To release brake. pull up the front guard
toward the front handle till "click" sound is
heard.
Caution
Be sure to confirm brake operation on the
daily inspection.
How to confirm:
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Holding the chain saw horizontally. release
your hand from the front handle. hit the
tip of the guide bar to a stump or a piece
of wood. and confirm brake operation.
Operating levei varies by bar size. (F18)
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ln case the brake is not effective. ask
our dealer inspection and repairing. The
engine, if being kept rotated at high speed
with the brake engaged. heats the clutch.
causing a trouble. When the brake is
operated while in operation, immediately
release your fingers form the throttle lever
and keep the engine idling.
STOPPING ENGNIE
1. Release the throttle lever to allow the
engine idling for a few minutes
2. Put the switch to the "O" (stop) Position.
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Always follow the safety regulations. The
chain saw must only be used for cutting
wood. lt is forbidden to cut other types of
material. Vibrations and kickback vary with
different materiais and the requirements
of the safety regulations would not be
respected. Do not use the chain saw
as a lever for lifting, moving or splitting
objects. Do not lock it over fixed stands. lt
is forbidden to hitch tools or applications
to the P.t.o. that are not specified by the
manufacturer.
lt is not necessary to force the saw into
the cut. Apply only light pressure while
running the engine at full throttle.
When the saw chain is caught in the cut,
do not attempt to pull it out by force, but
use a wedge or a lever to open the way.
GUARO AGAINST KICKBACK (F21)
This saw is equipped with a chain brake
that will stop the chain in the event of
kickback if operating properly. You must
check the chain brake operation before
each usage by running the saw at full the
throttle for 1.2 seconds and pushing the
front hand guard forward.
The chain should stop immediately with
the engine at full speed. lf the chain is
slow to stop or dose not stop. replace the
brake hand and clutch drum before use.
lt is extremely important that the chain
brake be checked for proper operation
before each use and that the chain be
sharp in order to maintain the kickback
safely lever of this saw. Removal of the
safety devices. lnadequate maintenance.
or incorrect replacement of the bar or
CHAIN SAW
We would like to thank you for choosing our
products. Do not overload the tool and do
not use it continuously over revommended
instructions manual.
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IMPORTANT: Read and understand this
manual before assembling or operating
this chain saw. lmproper use of saw can
cause severe injury. Keep this manual for
future reference.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using the machine, always observe the
enclosed safety instructions as well as the
additional safety instructions.
The following symbols are used throughout
this manual:
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Denotes risk of personal injury or
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damage to the tool.
You will find the following symbols on the
machine:
Wear face protection.
Do not use the machine in
precipitation or in humid
surroundings.
Keep your hands and feet away
from sharp parts.
Risk of flying objects.
Consult the manual.
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Chainsaws must not be used by children
or untrained persons.
Check the machine before use. Should
the machine be damaged, it must not be
used.
li the machine Is damaged, have the
damage repaired by an authorized repair
agent.
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Before use make sure that you have
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a safe way out for falling trees and
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branches.
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Wear well-fitting, protective clothing to
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protect your body.
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Wear a helmet.
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Wear gloves.
Wear safety shoes.
During use make sure that you stand in a
firm position.
Never use the machine for sawing worked
timber.
Never use the machine for sawing young
wood and small bushes.
Never use the machine for sawing metal.
Never use the machine for sawing into the
ground.
Do not use the machine in the presence of
children and/or animais .
Only use the machine in daylight or with
good lighting.
Only use the machine with the saw chain
pointing away from you. Never switch on
the machine in another position.
During use always keep your hands and
feet away from the saw chain.
Avoid touching the saw chain.
Before putting the machine down, switch
off the machine and wait for the saw chain
to come to a complete standstill.
Never attempt to bring the saw chain to a
standstill yourself.
Beware that after switching off
the saw chain continues to run
for a short period.
Only use accessories supplied by the
manufacturer.
Switch the machine off when finishing the
activities, before servicing, or when the
machine is not used.
After use, always store the machine
safely, outside the reach of children.
KICKBACK
Kickback is the upward and backward
movement of the bar when the chain
unexpectedly touches an object. Securely
hold the machine with both hands when the
motor is running. Securely hold the handles.
Keep your attention focused on the operation.
Kickback is usually caused by:
unintentionally touching branches and
other objects with the running chain;
