MTD 1416NT manual Starting/Stopping Instructions, Starting Instructions, chain properly installed

STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Never operate the saw without the bar and

chain properly installed.

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

1.Fill the oil tank with correct chain and bar oil (Fig. 3). Use a funnel, wipe up any spills and make sure no dirt gets into the tank.

NOTE: The saw chain requires lubrication when in use to minimize friction with the guide bar. The oil tank holds 4.5 ozs of oil, enough to lubricate the chain for 12-15 minutes of sawing. We recommend using original equipment manufacturer Bar and Sprocket Oil, which contains additives to reduce friction wear and reduce resin residue formations.

CAUTION: The oil tank level should be frequently

checked during operation to avoid starving the bar and chain of lubrication.

NOTE: Your chain saw is equipped with an Automatic Oiler system and is the ONLY source of lubrication for the bar and chain.

2.Be certain the Chain Brake® is disengaged before starting unit (Fig. 4). Disengage it by pulling backward toward the motor.

3.Hook the extension cord to the extension cord retainer

(A) (Fig. 5) that is built into the rear handle. This will prevent the cord from pulling out of the handle. Double the extension cord, about a foot from the end, and insert it through the hole at the end of the handle. Hook the loop formed by doubling the cord over the tab. Gently tug on the cord to ensure that it is firmly retained in the saws handle. Plug the receptacle end of the extension cord into the tool’s power supply cord.

WARNING: Ensure the extension cord is of the proper

size and type for your saw.

4.Grip the saw with both hands, left hand holding the front /handle (DO NOT HOLD CHAIN BRAKE®) and the right hand holding the rear handle. Thumbs and fingers should encircle both handles (Fig. 6).

WARNING: Make sure the extension cord does

not come in contact with the guide bar and saw chain.

5.With your right thumb, depress the LOCK/OFF button

(C) on the top of the rear handle, and at the same time squeeze the trigger. To stop the saw, release the trigger (Fig. 7).

NOTE: It is not necessary to maintain pressure on the LOCK/OFF button once the trigger is squeezed and the motor is running. The LOCK/OFF button is a safety device to avoid accidental starting.

STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

The saw motor will automatically stop when the trigger is released. To restart the motor, you will have to depress the LOCK/OFF button and squeeze the trigger.

Oil Cap

Oil Tank

Inspection Spot

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

A

Fig. 5

Fig. 6

C

Fig. 7

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