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
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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