Operation (continued)
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STOPPING THE ENGINE
Release the throttle lever and let the engine return to idle. (B, Fig. 15). Turn off the engine, putting the ON/OFF switch (C) in the STOP position. Do not put the chain saw on the ground when the chain is still moving.
BREAKING-IN THE CHAIN
New chains will stretch and must be tightened frequently. Tension adjustment must only be made when the chain is cool.
1.Turn the chain and lubricate it with additional oil (Fig. 16).
2.Start the saw and allow it to run at moderate speed. Check to make sure that the oil pump is working properly (Fig. 17).
3.Stop the engine and adjust the chain tension.
4.Start the saw again and make a few cuts in the trunk of a tree to heat up the chain.
5.Stop the engine and allow the chain to cool and adjust again.
6.Repeat this process until the chain retains proper tension.
Do not touch the ground with the chain during this process.
Never touch or adjust the chain while the engine is running.
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