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Fill with special chain oil. Do not overfill.
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Immediately refit the chain oil reservoir cap, and close by turning it clockwise until hand
tight and sealed.
10 OPERATION
10.1
Engine pre start checks (Fig. 8)
WARNING: Never start or operate the saw unless the bar and chain are
properly installed.
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Fill the fuel tank (A) with correct fuel mixture.
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Fill the oil tank (B) with correct chain and bar oil.
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Be certain the chain brake (C) is disengaged before starting unit.
10.2
To start engine
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Activate the chain brake (move the hand guard forward and engage it) (Fig. 3b)
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To start the saw, push the engine switch (ON/OFF switch) to the ON (I) position (Fig. 9a).
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Pull out the choke (A) to the point where it latches in place (Fig. 9b).
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Press primer bulb 3 to 5 times.
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Place the saw on a firm and level surface. Hold the saw securely with your foot as
illustrated. Tug sharply on the starter 2 times. Watch the chain in case it runs (Fig. 9c).
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When engine turns, choke will automatically switch off (Fig. 9d).
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Let the engine run for 10 seconds to warm up. Press the trigger (H) and put it into idle
(Fig. 9e).
If the engine does not start up, repeat the above steps.
10.3
Re-starting a warm engine
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Make sure the on/off switch is in the "I" position.
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Pull the starter rope rapidly 2 times. The engine should start.
10.4
To stop engine (Fig. 9f)
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Release trigger and allow engine to return to idle speed.
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Push the I/O (on/off) switch to o (off) to stop engine.
Note: for emergency stopping, simply activate chain brake and switch the
I/O (on/off) switch to O (off).
10.5
Chain brake operational test
Test the chain brake periodically to ensure proper function.
Perform a chain brake test prior to initial cutting, following extensive cutting, and definitely
following any chain brake service.
Test chain brake as follows:
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Place saw on a clear, firm, flat surface.
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Start engine.
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Grasp the rear handle (A) with your right hand (Fig. 10).
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With your left hand, hold the front handle (B) [not chain brake lever (C)] firmly (Fig. 10).
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Squeeze the throttle trigger to 1/3 throttle, then immediately activate the chain brake lever
(C) (Fig. 10).
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