OPERATION

WARNING

Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

WARNING

Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause uncon- sciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body.

WARNING

Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor and a spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.

Chain brake

Ignition switch

Start / Run

Purge pump

Choke control knob

Choke

WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD

CAUTION

Make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw.

Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting.

Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture.

It is not permitted to fill fuel above the shoulder level of fuel tank.

Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant. Do not over fill.

Move ignition switch to “RUN” position.

Push purge pump 3 to 4 times or until fuel is visible in purge pump.

Pull choke control knob all the way out. (Choke posi- tion)

NOTE

Do not pull starter rope out to the maximum pos- sible position.

Do not allow recoil handle to snap back against the casing.

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