Chain Saw Information
Extension Cords
Use proper extension cords with this saw. Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use. The cord must be marked with suffix W or
Use proper sized cord with this saw. Cord must be heavy enough to carry current needed. An undersized cord will cause voltage drop at saw. Saw will lose power and overheat. Follow cord size requirements listed below.
Cord | AWG Cord |
Length | Size |
25 feet | 16 AWG |
50 feet | 16 AWG |
100 feet | 16 AWG |
150 feet | 14 AWG |
3.Replace oil cap at once. Tighten oil cap firmly for good seal. This will minimize oil seepage from tank.
4.Wipe off excess oil.
Note: It is normal for oil to seep when saw is not in use. Empty oil tank after each use to prevent seepage.
Oiling Chain
Always check oil level before using saw. Do not attempt to operate the oil system while saw is in operation. To oil chain, press squeeze bulb. Oil will feed onto the guide bar and chain. Press squeeze bulb at least once before each cut (see Figure 9). Check oil level often by looking at oil sight level hole. Oil sight level hole is on left side of saw, between front handle and front hand guard.
Keep cord away from cutting area. Make sure cord does not catch on branches or logs during cutting. Inspect cords often. Replace damaged cords.
The extension cord may come undone from the power cord during use. To avoid this, make a knot with the two cords as shown in Figure 8.
Chain Saw Power Cord
Extension Cord
Figure 8 - Tying Extension Cord and Power Cord in Knot
Filling Oil Tank
1.Remove oil cap.
2.Fill oil tank with SAE #30 motor oil. Note: For temperatures below 30°F, use SAE #10 oil. For temperatures above 75°F, use SAE #40 oil.
IMPORTANT: Do not use "bar and chain" oil. It is too thick and may not oil properly.
Figure 9 - Pressing Squeeze Bulb on Oil Cap to Oil Chain
Cutting with the Chain Saw
1.Connect saw to extension cord. Connect exten- sion cord to power supply.
2.Make sure section of log to be cut is not laying on ground. This will keep chain from touching ground as it cuts through log. Touching ground with moving chain will dull chain.
3.Use both hands to grip saw. Always use left hand to grip front handle and right hand to grip rear handle. Use firm grip. Thumbs and fingers must wrap around saw handles (see Figure 10, page 13).
4.Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart. Divide your weight evenly on both feet.
5.When ready to make a cut, press in trigger lockout with right thumb and squeeze trigger (see Figure 10, page 13). This will turn saw on. Releasing trigger will turn saw off. Make sure saw is running at full speed before starting a cut.
6.When starting a cut, place moving chain against wood. Hold saw firmly in place to avoid possible bouncing or skating (sideways movement) of saw.
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