OPERATION (GASOLINE)
| 1. Place the fuel valve lever (Figure 24) to the "ON" position. |
WARNING
Read and fully understand this manual before
starting or attempting to operate the saw.
Before starting the saw's electric motor make sure that the Safety, General Information, Inspection and
been completed and understood. DO NOT proceed until the above mentioned sections has been completed.
WARNING
NEVER operate the saw in a confined area or enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air.
WARNING
The engine speed has been set at the factory. Changing the governor speed could damage the blade and/or the saw.
ALWAYS use the water feed system unless special dry cut blades are being used. If dry cutting is required disconnect water pump.
WARNING
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the saw.
WARNING
NEVER place hands or feet inside the belt guard or blade guard while the engine is running. ALWAYS shut the engine down before performing any kind of maintenance service on the saw.
WARNING
NEVER place hands and fingers near the cutting blade.The possibility exist of severe bodily harm if hands and fingers come in contact with rotating saw blade.
WARNING
ALWAYS ensure that the cutting blade has been mounted correctly and that it is raised above the surface you are about to saw.
Figure 24. Engine Fuel Valve Lever
2.Place the Engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 25) in the "ON" position.
Figure 25. Engine ON/OFF Switch
The CLOSED position of the choke lever enriches the fuel
NOTE mixture for starting a COLD engine. The OPEN position provides the correct fuel mixture for normal operation after starting, and for restarting a warm engine.
3.Place the Choke Lever (Figure 26) in the "CLOSED " position.
Figure 26. Choke Lever
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