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OPERATING CHAIN SAW

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Oil Sight Window

Figure 8 - Oil Sight Window Location for Model 107625-01, -02, 111174-01

EXTENSION CORDS

Use proper extension cords with this saw. Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use. The cord must be marked with sufÞx W or W-A following the cord type designation. Example: SJTW-A or SJTW. Use proper sized cord with this saw. Cord must be heavy enough to carry current needed.An undersized cord will cause voltage drop at saw. Saw will lose power and overheat. Follow cord size requirements listed below.

Cord Length	AWG Cord Size
25 feet	16 AWG
50 feet	16 AWG
100 feet	14 AWG
150 feet	12 AWG

Models EL-8: 107624-01, -02; 107625-01, -02, 111174-01

Keep cord away from cutting area. Make sure cord does not catch on branches or logs during cutting. Inspect cords often. Replace damaged cords.

This chain saw is designed with an extension cord hitch that prevents the extension cord from being pulled loose during use. To use, form a loop with the end of the extension cord, insert loop into slot in rear of handle, and place loop over cord hitch (see Figure 9). Gently pull loop against cord hitch until slack is removed. Plug extension cord into chain saw cord.

Power Cord

Cord Hitch

Extension Cord

CUTTING WITH THE CHAIN SAW

1.Connect saw to extension cord. Connect exten- sion cord to power supply.

2.Make sure section of log to be cut is not laying on ground. This will keep chain from touching ground as it cuts through log. Touching ground with moving chain will dull chain.

3.Use both hands to grip saw. Always use left hand to grip front handle and right hand to grip rear handle. Use Þrm grip. Thumbs and Þngers must wrap around saw handles (see Figure 10).

4.Make sure your footing is Þrm. Keep feet apart. Divide your weight evenly on both feet.

5.When ready to make a cut, push the lockout but- ton completely forward with the right thumb and squeeze the trigger (see Figure 10). This will turn saw on. Releasing trigger will turn saw off. Make sure saw is running at full speed be- fore starting a cut.

6.When starting a cut, place moving chain against wood. Hold saw Þrmly in place to avoid possible bouncing or skating (sideways movement) of saw.

7.Guide saw using light pressure. Do not force saw. The motor will overload and can burn out. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

8.Remove saw from a cut with saw running at full speed. Stop saw by releasing trigger. Make sure chain has stopped before setting saw down.

9.Practice until you can maintain a steady, even cutting rate.

Switch Lockout Button

Trigger

Figure 10 - Lockout Button and Trigger Location

Figure 9 - Looping Extension Cord over Cord

Hitch

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