Stow 20HP manual STOW CUTTER 3 CE SAW - MANUAL START-UP 13HP HONDA ENGINE, HP Engine Manual Start

STOW CUTTER 3 CE SAW — MANUAL START-UP (13HP HONDA ENGINE)

MANUAL START-UP (13HP HONDA ENGINE)	The following start-up procedure makes reference to a HONDA
	13 HP Engine (Manual Start).

CAUTION

DO NOT attempt to operate the saw until this manual has been read and thoroughly understood. Engine operating steps may vary.See included engine manufacturer's operating manual.

WARNING

When the engine is running the cutting blade is ALWAYS rotating. Keep hands and feet clear of rotating blade. Raise the saw to full height when maneuvering the saw within the cutting area.

All displacement of the machine outside the cutting area shall be carried out with the tool not in rotation.

Figure 22. Wheel Clamp

1.Ensure the wheel clamps are in the LOCKED position. (Figure 22).

2.Ensure the engine Shutdown switch on the handlebar and

the engine ON/OFF switch on the engine are both in the OFF position to avoid accidental starting. (Figures 23 and 24)

WARNING

NEVER place hands or feet inside the belt guard or blade guard while the engine is running. ALWAYS shut the engine down before performing any kind of maintenance service on the saw.

NOTE

The Engine Stop Switch located on the handlebar (Figure 23) serves

both as an Emergency Engine

Shut-Off and as the primary Shutdown switch. This allows the operator to shutdown the saw safely away from moving parts.

After shutdown on Electric Start models, ensure the Engine Start

CAUTION

Ensure the work area is clear of tool, debris, and unauthorized people.

CAUTION

Keep Wheel Clamp applied (lever DOWN)until completely ready for cutting operation.

NOTEswitch is turned to the OFF position to avoid battery discharge and accidental starting.

Figure 23. Engine Shutdown Switch (Handlebar)

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