STORAGE AFTER USE

•Inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw.

-Completely clean every part, and repair, if necessary.

-Apply thin coating of oil on metal parts to prevent corrosion.

•Drain fuel tank, pull starter slowly a few times to drain fuel from carburetor.

•Pour a small amount of clean two-stroke oil into spark plug hole, pull starter 2 to 3 times, then leave the piston at TOP DEAD CENTER.

•Store in a dry area, free from dust.

CORRECT USE OF CHAIN BRAKE

The installation of a chain brake may be mandatory by law or as stipulated by insurance regulations in your area of operation. You should inquire through local government offices, your employer or your local dealer to ensure that your chain saw conforms to the required safety standard. Echo chain brakes have been designed and tested to comply with international safety standards as follows.

USA:

ANSI Standard B175.1-2000 Safety Requirement for chain saws

Canada:

CSA Standard Z 62.1 CHAIN SAWS

WARNING DANGER

ANSI Standard B175.1-2000 stipulates that the brake shall stop the chain in 0.15 seconds maximum (.12 sec avg) at full throttle. It is the responsibility of the Owner/Operator to ensure that the brake is serviced, adjusted and tested strictly in accordance with the instructions as detailed herein in order to ensure that the brake performance is maintained in compliance with the Standard B175.1-2000.

Kickback Motion:

Function:

 

•When the bar nose hits another tree, etc.

•When the lever is pushed forward, chain brake instantly works to stop the chain.

Release:

• Improper thrust cutting.

• When the lever is fully pulled toward the operator, brake is

 

released.

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