Winter Operation

Removing the shroud

NMove the Master Control lever to stop position (0)

NPush the hand guard forward – the chain is locked.

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NOpen the twist locks (1) by turning them 1/4 turn counterclockwise with the combination wrench.

NRemove the shroud (2).

Preheating the carburetor

At temperatures below +50°F (+10°C):

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NPull the shutter (1) out of the summer position (s).

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NFit the shutter in the winter

position (r) – symbol r facing up.

NFit the shroud.

Heated air is now drawn in from around the cylinder to warm the carburetor – this helps prevent carburetor icing.

At temperatures above +70°F (+20°C):

NAlways return the shutter to the summer position (s ) to avoid engine running problems and overheating.

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At temperatures below 14°F (-10°C)

It is advisable to fit the "cover plate" kit (special accessory) if you use your saw in extremely cold conditions (temperatures below 14°F (-10°C), in powder or drifting snow).

If idling behavior is erratic or acceleration is poor

NTurn the low speed screw (L) 1/8 of a turn (45°) counterclockwise.

It is usually necessary to change the setting of the idle speed screw (LA) after every correction to the low speed screw (L) – see "Adjusting the Carburetor".

NIf your saw is very cold (frost or ice on machine), start the engine and keep it at a high idle speed (with chain brake disengaged) until it reaches normal operating temperature.

Cover plate

The cover plate (special accessory) helps prevent snow being sucked into the machine.

When the cover plate is fitted, the shutter must be in the winter position.

In the event of engine running problems, first check that conditions for use of the cover plate still apply.

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