Stow 13HP STOW CUTTER 3 CE SAW - ELECTRIC START-UP 20HP HONDA ENGINE, HP Engine Electric Start

STOW CUTTER 3 CE SAW — ELECTRIC START-UP (20HP HONDA ENGINE)

ELECTRIC START-UP (20HP HONDA ENGINE)	The following start-up procedure makes reference to a HONDA
	20 HP Engine (Electric 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.

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.

CAUTION

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

Figure 30. Wheel Clamp

1.Ensure the wheel clamps are in the LOCKED position. (Figure 30).

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 31 and 32)

The Engine Shutdown Switch located on the handlebar (Figure 31)

serves both as an Emergency

NOTEEngine 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

NOTEswitch (Figure 32) is turned to the OFF position to avoid battery discharge and accidental starting.

CAUTION

The engine governor speed has been set at the factory. Changing the governor speed could damage the blade and/ or the saw or create a risk for injury to the operator.

CAUTION

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

Figure 31. Engine Shutdown Switch (Handlebar)

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