OPERATION
OPERATING PROCEDURES
NEW SAW CHAIN BREAK-IN
1.Always make sure the bar and sprocket are in good condition.
2.Turn on the water supply.
3.Operate the chain saw for two minutes (away from the intended cut) and then check the chain tension.
4.Adjust accordingly using the procedures contained in the Maintenance and Adjustments section of this manual.
NOTE:
The chain is designed to only operate in one direc- tion. Make sure the chain is installed so the bumper guard proceeds each diamond segment. (See Figure 4).
Correct
Incorrect
Figure 4. Chain Direction
CUTTING TIPS
NOTICE
The following are general cutting procedures and techniques. Differences in the terrain and the type of material being cut will make this information more or less valid for particular areas. For advice on specific cutting problems or techniques, consult your local Stanley Representative. He/she can often provide information that will make your work safer and more productive.
PLAN THE CUT
1.Plan your cuts to prevent injury to yourself and to keep from pinching the saw bar and chain as a re- sult of falling pieces of concrete, brick, etc.
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2.Make your cuts in the order shown in Figure 5, start- ing with cut 1 (base horizontal cut) and proceeding with the remaining three cuts.
Figure 5. Making Cuts
3.Outline the concrete area with a permanent marker for a visual guide.
4.Know what kind of material and how much reinforc- ing you are going to cut.
TYPES OF CUTS
The DS11 can be operated using the types of cuts shown in Figure 6. When making cuts:
DOWN CUT
PLUNGE CUT
UP CUT
Figure 6. Types of Cuts
(Chain guard removed for clarity)
1.Do not use a cutting force in excess of 45 lbs/20 kg. Excessive force causes the chain to slow down or stall and causes premature wear of the saw bar and chain.
