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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 Trigger FeaturesProduct Specifications Primer bulbGuide BAR Know Your Chain SAWChoke Lever LOW Kickback SAW ChainUnpacking AssemblyOperation Packing ListMixing the Fuel Handling the Fuel SafelyPremium Exact MIX See Figures 4 Operating the Chain BrakeSee Figure Run Position BrakeTo start the engine Starting the EngineSee Figures 6 Starter GripChoke lever Trigger Stopping the EngineSee Figures 12 Throttle triggerIdle speed Screw T Pull Adjusting Idle SpeedPull and Push PushProper Grip on Handles Kickback PrecautionsSee Figures 17 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 22 Bucking Removing Buttress RootsVertical Cut Loose SectioN Horizontal Kickback Bucking Logs Under Stress Bucking with a WedgeOverbucking Cutting Springpoles UnderbuckingLimbing and Pruning See Figures 32Lubrication MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance See Figures 35Mounting ADJUSTINGCutters chain rotation Chain drive links Bar Tensioning Screw Groove Chain drive linksAdjusting the Chain Tension See Figures 45See Figures 48 Chain Maintenance≈ .050 Raker clearance Inspect drive Sprocket Sharpening the Cutters See Figures 50Maintaining 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 60Choose one of the following cleaning options Cleaning the AIR FilterSee Figures 62 Before adjusting the carburetor Adjusting the CarburetorCleaning the Starter Unit See Figures 65Checking the Fuel Filter Cleaning the EngineClean Cylinder Fins Clean flywheel Fuel filter Replacing the Spark PlugStoring the Product See Figures 73Troubleshooting Bar and chain combinationsCall US First Warranty Limited Warranty StatementYour Warranty Rights and Obligations Warranty California Proposition Serial Number