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troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause			Solution
Bar and chain running	Chain oil tank empty.		Oil tank should be filled every time fuel tank is filled.
hot and smoking.	Chain tension is too tight.		Tension chain per instructions in Adjusting the Chain Tension in

			the Maintenance section of this manual.
	Oiler is not functioning.		Run at half throttle 30 to 45 seconds. Stop saw and check for oil
			dripping from SAFE-T-TIP and guide bar. If oil is present, the chain
			may be dull or bar may be damaged. If no oil is on the SAFE-T-TIP,
			contact an authorized service center.

Engine starts and	Chain brake is engaged.		Release chain brake. Refer to Operating the Chain Brake in the
runs, but chain is not			Operation	section of this manual.
rotating.	Chain tension is too tight.		Tension chain per instructions in Adjusting the Chain Tension in

			the Maintenance section of this manual.
	Guide bar and chain		Refer to Replacing the Guide Bar and Chain in the Maintenance
	assembled	incorrectly.	section of this manual
	Guide bar and/or chain are		Inspect guide bar and chain for damage.
	damaged.
	Drive sprocket teeth		Contact an authorized service center for drive sprocket replace-
	damaged		ment.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of contents IntroductionGeneral safety rules Read ALL InstructionsRefueling do not Smoke Specific safety rulesKickback Symbols Symbol NameService Glossary of terms Front hand guard/Chain Brake Handle Cylinder Cover FeaturesProduct Specifications Primer bulb TriggerLOW Kickback SAW Chain Know Your Chain SAWChoke Lever SAFE-T-TIP ANTI-KICKBACK Nose GuardUnpacking AssemblyOperation Packing ListMixing the Fuel Handling the Fuel SafelyPremium Exact MIX See Figures 4 Operating the Chain BrakeSee Figure Run Position BrakeStarting the Engine See Figures 6To Start a Warm Engine Throttle Lock button Trigger Ignition switchStopping the Engine See Figures 12Adjusting Idle Speed Pull and PushProper Grip on Handles Kickback PrecautionsSee Figures 16 Proper Cutting Stance Work Area PrecautionsBasic OPERATING/CUTTING Procedures Thumb on Undersideof Handle bar Straight Chain line ArmHazardous Conditions Proper Procedure for Tree FellingSee Figures 21 Bucking Removing Buttress RootsVertical Cut Loose SectioN Horizontal Kickback Bucking Logs Under Stress Bucking with a WedgeOverbucking Cutting Springpoles UnderbuckingLimbing and Pruning See Figures 31Lubrication MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance See Figures 34Chain tensioning Pin hole ADJUSTINGCutters chain rotation Chain drive links Chain tensioning Screw Bar Groove Chain drive linksAdjusting the Chain Tension See Figures 44≈ .050 Chain MaintenanceSee Figures 47 Raker depth gauge clearance 025 Inspect drive SprocketSharpening the Cutters See Figures 49Maintaining Depth Gauge Clearance TOP Plate Filing AngleSide Plate Angle SeeMaintaining the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard Maintaining the Guide BARMounting the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard See Figures 59Choose one of the following cleaning options Cleaning the AIR FilterSee Figures 61 Before adjusting the carburetor Adjusting the CarburetorCleaning the Starter Unit See Figures 64Checking the Fuel Filter Cleaning the EngineClean Cylinder Fins Clean flywheel Fuel filter Replacing the Spark PlugStoring the Product See Figures 72Troubleshooting Bar and chain combinationsCall US First Warranty Limited Warranty StatementYour Warranty Rights and Obligations Warranty California Proposition Serial Number