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troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause			Solution
Bar and chain running	Chain oil tank empty.		Oil tank should be filled every time fuel tank is filled.
hot and smoking.	Chain tension is too tight.		Tension chain per instructions in Adjusting the Chain Tension in

			the Maintenance section of this manual.
	Oiler is not functioning.		Run at half throttle 30 to 45 seconds. Stop saw and check for oil
			dripping from SAFE-T-TIP and guide bar. If oil is present, the chain
			may be dull or bar may be damaged. If no oil is on the SAFE-T-TIP,
			contact an authorized service center.

Engine starts and	Chain brake is engaged.		Release chain brake. Refer to Operating the Chain Brake in the
runs, but chain is not			Operation	section of this manual.
rotating.	Chain tension is too tight.		Tension chain per instructions in Adjusting the Chain Tension in

			the Maintenance section of this manual.
	Guide bar and chain		Refer to Replacing the Guide Bar and Chain in the Maintenance
	assembled	incorrectly.	section of this manual
	Guide bar and/or chain are		Inspect guide bar and chain for damage.
	damaged.
	Drive sprocket teeth		Contact an authorized service center for drive sprocket replace-
	damaged		ment.

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Contents

OPERATOR’S Manual Table of contents Introduction General safety rules Read ALL Instructions Refueling do not Smoke Specific safety rulesKickback Symbols Symbol Name Service Glossary of terms Front hand guard/Chain Brake Handle Cylinder Cover FeaturesProduct Specifications Primer bulb Trigger LOW Kickback SAW Chain Know Your Chain SAWChoke Lever SAFE-T-TIP ANTI-KICKBACK Nose Guard Unpacking AssemblyOperation Packing List Mixing the Fuel Handling the Fuel SafelyPremium Exact MIX See Figures 4 Operating the Chain BrakeSee Figure Run Position Brake Starting the Engine See Figures 6 To Start a Warm Engine Throttle Lock button Trigger Ignition switchStopping the Engine See Figures 12 Adjusting Idle Speed Pull and Push Proper Grip on Handles Kickback PrecautionsSee Figures 16 Proper Cutting Stance Work Area PrecautionsBasic OPERATING/CUTTING Procedures Thumb on Undersideof Handle bar Straight Chain line Arm Hazardous Conditions Proper Procedure for Tree FellingSee Figures 21 Bucking Removing Buttress RootsVertical Cut Loose SectioN Horizontal Kickback Bucking Logs Under Stress Bucking with a WedgeOverbucking Cutting Springpoles UnderbuckingLimbing and Pruning See Figures 31 Lubrication MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance See Figures 34 Chain tensioning Pin hole ADJUSTINGCutters chain rotation Chain drive links Chain tensioning Screw Bar Groove Chain drive links Adjusting the Chain Tension See Figures 44 ≈ .050 Chain MaintenanceSee Figures 47 Raker depth gauge clearance 025 Inspect drive Sprocket Sharpening the Cutters See Figures 49 Maintaining Depth Gauge Clearance TOP Plate Filing AngleSide Plate Angle See Maintaining the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard Maintaining the Guide BARMounting the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard See Figures 59 Choose one of the following cleaning options Cleaning the AIR FilterSee Figures 61 Before adjusting the carburetor Adjusting the CarburetorCleaning the Starter Unit See Figures 64 Checking the Fuel Filter Cleaning the EngineClean Cylinder Fins Clean flywheel Fuel filter Replacing the Spark Plug Storing the Product See Figures 72 Troubleshooting Bar and chain combinations Call US First Warranty Limited Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Warranty California Proposition Serial Number