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Step 1 - Operational Chain Brake Test
Maintenance
1a. Check the Chain Brake
WARNING!
The chain brake can only reduce the possibility of serious personal injury if it is fitted in
accordance with the instructions detailed in the Assembly Manual. If the chain brake is tampered with
or the chainsaw is not used in accordance with these operating instructions i.e. careless operation, the
risk of serious injury may still exist.
WARNING!
If the chain brake fails the operational chain brake test, DO NOT use the chainsaw until it
has been serviced and inspected by a suitably qualified technician.
CAUTION!
If it proves difficult to move the chain brake lever into the required position, stop using the
chainsaw immediately. It should be inspected by a suitably qualified service technician.
NOTE!
It is recommended that the operational chain brake test is performed following any
maintenance procedures.
Place the chainsaw on a firm level surface clear of debris or any objects which may come into contact
with the saw chain while it is moving.
Place your right foot on the trigger plate
to keep the chainsaw stable while starting. Your left foot
should be positioned so that it is clear of the chainsaw but still allows you to stand firmly.
Grasp the handle
firmly with your left hand.
Using your right hand pull the starter cord
(as shown in step 1f on page 20) slowly towards you
until you feel resistance.
Ensuring that all parts of your body are away from the saw chain, rapidly pull the starter cord
slowly
and release in a controlled manner. Up to six pulls may be required to start the chainsaw.
Grasp the rear handle
with your right hand while depressing the safety lever
M
.
Apply a small amount of pressure to the throttle lever
. While the chainsaw engine accelerates,
apply pressure slowly and deliberately to the chain brake lever
.
The saw chain should
STOP IMMEDIATELY.
Release the throttle lever
.
Move the ignition switch
to the lower ‘STOP’ (lower) position.
