OPERATION

CHOKE LEVER

Fig. 18

7. When the temperature is above 50° F, pull the STARTER GRIP until the engine attempts to start, but no more than 3 times. When the temperature is below 50° F, pull the STARTER GRIP until the engine attempts to start, but no more than 5 times.

8.Push CHOKE lever all the way IN. See Figure 18.

9.Pull the STARTER GRIP until engine runs.

Note: Allow the saw to run in this position 15-30 seconds depending upon the temperature.

10.SQUEEZE and release the throttle trigger to return the engine to idle.

CAUTION:

Failure to release partial throttle when chain brake lever is in the brake position will result in serious damage to the unit. Never squeeze and hold the throttle trigger while the chain brake is in the brake position.

TRIGGER

RELEASE

THROTTLE TRIGGER

Fig. 19

Now you are ready to pick up the saw. Use the proper grip for both handles, refer to “Operation” for additional information.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

See Figures 20 and 21.

Release the throttle trigger and let the engine return to idle. To stop the engine, move the Ignition Switch to the

“O ” stop position. Do not put the chain saw on the ground when the chain is still moving. For additional safety, set the chain brake when the saw is not in use.

In the event that the Ignition Switch will not stop the saw, pull the choke lever out to the fully extended position (See Figure 17) and engage chain brake to stop the engine.

If the Ignition Switch will not stop the saw when set to the stop “ O ” position, have the Ignition Switch repaired before using the chain saw again to prevent unsafe conditions or serious injury.

Important: When you are finished using the saw, relieve tank pressures by loosening the CHAIN OIL and FUEL MIX caps. Then retighten the caps. Allow the engine to cool before storing.

IGNITION SWITCH

IN THE STOP

POSITION

Fig. 20

BRAKE POSITION

Fig. 21

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Homelite UT10942D manual Stopping the Engine, Trigger Release Throttle Trigger, See Figures 20
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UT10942D specifications

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