Homelite CSP4518 - UT74125A manual KICK-BACK Precautions, Chain Brake, RUN Position Brake

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OPERATION

CHAIN BRAKE

Chain brakes are designed to quickly stop the chain from rotating. When the chain brake lever/hand guard is pushed towards the bar, the chain should stop immediately.

A chain brake does not prevent kick-back.

The chain brake should be cleaned and tested daily. Refer to “Operation” later in this manual for additional information.

WARNING:

Even with daily cleaning of the mechanism, the dependability of a chain brake to perform under field conditions cannot be certified. Keep the SAFE-T-TIP nose guard on the saw guide bar and use proper cutting techniques.

RUN POSITION

BRAKE

POSITION

Fig. 5

WARNING:

KICK-BACKoccurs when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Contact at the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar can cause the chain to dig into the object and stop the chain for an instant. The result is a lightning-fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back towards the operator. If the saw chain is pinched along the top of the guide bar, the guide bar can be driven rapidly back toward the operator. Either of these reactions may cause loss of saw control which can result in serious injury.

Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into the saw. As a chainsaw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.

KICK-BACK PRECAUTIONS

Rotational kick-back occurs when the moving chain con- tacts an object at the Kick-back Danger Zone of the guide bar. The result is a lightning-fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back towards the operator. This reaction may cause loss of control which can result in serious injury.

KICK-BACK DANGER

ZONE

Fig. 6

ROTATIONAL

KICK-BACK

Fig. 7

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Save this Manual for Future ReferenceTable of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Read ALL InstructionsKeep ALL Parts of Your Body away from the saw Specific Safety Rules General PrecautionsSafety Apparel Basic Precautions in the CUTTING/ Work AreaMaintenance Precautions Push and PullKICK-BACK Pull PushSymbols Symbol Name ExplanationSymbols Specifications Features Understanding Your Chainsaw Safety Devices OperationSAFE-T-TIPANTI-KICK-BACK Nose Guard LOW KICK-BACK SAW ChainKICK-BACK Precautions Chain BrakeRUN Position Brake KICK-BACK Danger Zone RotationalFuel and Refuelling Handling the Fuel SafelyMixing the Fuel Filling the TankBrake Position Ignition Switch RUN Primer Bulb Adding OILStarting the Engine Starting a Cold Engine Ignition Switch Stop Position Stopping the EngineStarting a Warm Engine Preparing for Cutting Proper Grip on HandlesProper Cutting Stance Chain LineBasic OPERATING/CUTTING Procedures Work Area PrecautionsAdjusting the Carburettor AIR FilterAdjusting Idling Speed Operating the Chain BrakeBrake Position RUN Position Felling Trees Hazardous Conditions Keep Bystanders AwayRetreat Path Proper Procedure for Tree Felling Planned Line of FallRetreat Hinge Notch Approx /3 Diameter TrunkHinge Back CUT WedgeRemoving Buttress Roots BuckingBucking with a Wedge Vertical CUT Loose Section Horizontal KICK-BACK WedgeBucking Logs Under Stress OVER-BUCKINGUNDER-BUCKING LOG Supported AT ONE END Finishing CUTLimbing and Pruning Cutting Spring PolesLoad Second CUT Finishing CUT Spring PoleMaintenance Assembling the BAR and ChainCutters Chain Tensioning Screw Adjusting the Chain Tension Chain MaintenanceFlats on Drive Links Sharpening the Cutters Check for Wear or Damage LEFT-HAND Cutters RIGHT-HAND Maintaining Depth Gauge Clearance TOP Plate Filing AngleSide Plate Angle Restore Original Shape by Rounding Front Maintaining the Guide BARMaintaining the SAFE-T-TIPNOSE Guard Lubricating HoleCleaning the AIR Filter Starter AssemblyMounting the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard Tighten 3/4 A TurnCleaning the Starter Unit Cleaning the EngineChecking the Fuel Filter Replacing the Sparking PlugCleaning the Spark Arresting Silencer Chain Catcher Brake Band Clean the Chain BrakeChain Brake Storing the Chainsaw 1 Month or LongerTroubleshooting Problem Possible Cause SolutionBAR and Chain Combinations Tions. See Figure Warranty Safety DirectiveGuarantee Statement Rtsa / Rtuk / RTG EC Declaration of ConformityRyobi Technologies GmbH

CSP3816 - UT74123A, CSP4520 - UT74127A, CSP4518 - UT74125A specifications

Homelite has long been known for producing reliable and efficient outdoor power equipment, and its lineup of chainsaws, including the CSP4518, CSP4520, and CSP3816 models, continues to uphold that reputation. These chainsaws are designed to cater to a wide range of cutting needs, making them popular choices for both homeowners and professionals.

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