Kickback motion
Improper thrust cutting
Kickback motion
When the bar nose hits another tree, etc.
Chain brake function
When the lever is pushed forward, chain brake instantly stops the chain.
Chain brake unlock
When the lever is fully pulled toward the operator, brake is unlocked.
CHAIN BRAKE OPERATION
ss3ETETHE LEVEREIN THE UNLOCKEDIPOSITION BEFOREN starting to cut.
ss)F THE BRAKE ISBTRIPPEDEBY KICKBACKRREACTION DTHEB chain will stop immediately. Release the throttle to avoid possible damage to the engine or clutch.
ss$O NOT ATTEMPT TOTOPERATEPTHE ENGINE WITHETHEA brake locked.
TESTING THE BRAKE
ss3TARTATHETENGINE ON AESOLIDILEVEL SURFACEAANDSRUNL at a fast idle until warm.
ss(OLD THE SAW lRMLY BYATHE HANDLESLAND accelerate the engine to a fast idle.
ss3LOWLY OPERATE THE CHAIN BRAKE LEVER WHILE holding the saw firmly on the ground.
When the brake lever trips, the chain should stop.
Immediately release the throttle trigger.
WARNING
If the chain does not stop immediately, return the saw to your authorized ECHO dealer for repair.
NOTICE
ssFor practice, while cutting a small tree, push the lever forward to lock the brake.
ssConfirm that the brake works properly before each use.
ssIf the chain brake is clogged with wood chips, function of the brake may deteriorate. Always keep the device clean.
ssDo not increase engine revolution while the chain brake is locked.
ssUse the chain brake only in starting or in emergencies.
ssWhen using throttle latch at starting, keep the chain brake locked.
And after starting the engine, unlock the brake immediately.
IMPORTANT
Do not allow the saw to tip forward in order to avoid damage to the chain.
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