
IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
Starting Reminder
Move ON/STOP switch to the ON position.
Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.
Pull choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to the FULL CHOKE posi- tion).
Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with your right hand.
Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the HALF CHOKE position.
Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand until the engine starts.
SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it can- not contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- justing or making repairs except carburetor adjustments.
Because a chain saw is a
PLAN AHEAD
S Read this manual carefully until you com- pletely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instruc- tions before attempting to use the unit.
SRestrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instruc- tions found in this manual.
Hearing | Safety Hat | |
Protection | Eye | |
Snug | Protection | |
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Fitting | Heavy Duty | |
Clothing | Gloves | |
Safety | Safety Chaps | |
Shoes | ||
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SWear protective gear. Always use
SAlways use approved hearing protection. Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise can
damage hearing.
SKeep all parts of your body away from the
chain when the engine is running.
SKeep children, bystanders, and animals a minimum of 10 Meters away from the work area. Do not allow other people or animals to be near the chain saw when starting or
operating the chain saw.
SDo not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good physical condition and men- tally alert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If you have any condition that might be aggra- vated by strenuous work, check with your doctor before operating a chain saw.
SCarefully plan your sawing operation in ad- vance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and, if you are felling trees, a planned retreat path.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
WARNING: Long term inhalation of the engine’s exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdust can result in serious per- sonal injury.
SDo not operate a chain saw with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by- standers or any combination of these per- sons may result from
A chain saw is intended for
SOperate the chain saw only in a
lated outdoor area.
SDo not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree, unless you are specifically trained to do so.
SMake sure the chain will not make contact with any object while starting the engine. Never try to start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut.
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