Figure 20: Transmission Lever

Engaging the Transmission

1.Place the speed control lever at Neutral.

2.Start the engine.

3.Pull the transmission engagement lever down to Engage.

Disengaging the Transmission

1.Place the speed control lever at Neutral.

2.Push the transmission engagement lever up to Disengage.

Fuel System (Gas Model)

WARNING

DO NOT operate the saw with a fuel leak.

DO NOT fuel the saw with the engine running.

DO NOT smoke or expose fuel to open flames when filling the fuel tank or working with fuel.

CAUTION

Clean up any spilled fuel prior to starting the engine.

Fueling the Saw

Fill the fuel tank as necessary.

1.Lower the saw so the engine is level.

2.Stop the engine and let the saw cool down.

3.Remove the fuel tank cap.

4.Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline. Refer to the engine manual for refueling information.

5.Replace the fuel tank cap and tighten to secure.

Fuel Shutoff Valve

1.Open the shutoff valve to open the fuel line.

2.Close the shutoff valve to close the fuel line.

Storage

Refer to the engine manual for fuel recommendations when storing the saw.

Engine/Motor

Refer to the engine/motor manual as the primary source for information.

WARNING

DO NOT leave the engine/motor running unattended.

Always operate the saw in well- ventilated areas. Concentrated engine exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and/or death.

All electric motor saws should be properly grounded prior to operating.

Engine Governor (Gas Model)

The engine governor (located at the top of the engine) is factory set for an engine speed of 3,600 RPM. DO NOT change this setting to prevent engine damage.

Occasionally measure the engine speed and adjust to the factory setting, as necessary, following the steps below:

1.Use a handheld tachometer or other appropriate device to measure the engine speed at the engine crankshaft.

2.Adjust the engine governor to correct the engine speed.

Figure 21: Engine Governor

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