OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CHAIN AND BAR LUBRICATION
Always check oil level before using saw. To oil chain, press oil cap. Do not attempt to operate the oiler while cutting with the saw. Oil will feed onto guide bar and chain. Press oil cap at least once before each cut. 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.
A cord that is hot to the
CAUTION: touch is overloaded.
1.When using the appliance, an extension cord of ade- quate size must be used for safety and to prevent loss of power and overheating.
2.The extension cord must be specifically intended for out- door use and marked
Never starve the bar and CAUTION: chain of lubrication oil.
Running the saw DRY or with TOO LITTLE OIL will decrease cutting effi- ciency, shorten chain saw life, and cause rapid dulling of the chain and excessive wear of the bar from overheating. Too little is evidenced by smoke or bar discoloration.
NOTE: The saw chain stretches during use, particularly when it is new, and occasional adjustment will be needed. A new chain requires more frequent adjustment during the
WARNING/ A loose chain can jump off the bar while you are
CAUTION: cutting, as well as wear the bar and chain. A
chain that is too tight can damage the saw. Either situation, chain too loose or too tight, could cause serious personal injury.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using an electric chain saw, plug it into the extension cord only when you are ready to cut wood. Connect the extension cord to a 110/120 voltage outlet.
NOTE: To prevent disconnection of the extension cord, tie a loose knot before connecting the ends together (Figure 15).
3.Inspect the extension power cord for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation. If damaged, replace before using the appliance.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Do not operate your
WARNING: chain saw in a wet or damp environment. Do
not expose the saw to rain, snow or sleet. Moisture will cause short circuits. Replace or repair any damaged or frayed extension cords before using your saw.
Keep the cord away from the cutting area and position the cord so that it will not be caught on branches or other objects during cutting.
NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
Do not use if the cord or plug is damaged. Your appliance is double insulated to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation construction consists of 2 separate “lay- ers” of electrical insulation.
Appliances built with this insulation system are not intend- ed to be grounded. As a result, the extension cord used with your appliance can be plugged into any conventional 120 volt electrical outlet.
Normal safety precautions must be observed when operat- ing an electrical appliance. The double insulation system is only for added protection against injury resulting from a pos- sible internal electrical insulation failure.
Your double insulated WARNING: appliance has no serv- iceable parts inside. Do
not attempt to repair it yourself. For service information, contact the MTD Product Service Department
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