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OPERATION
Filling bar and chain lubricant (Fig. H)
WARNING:
Do not smoke or bring any fire or flame near the oil or the chain saw. Oil may spill
and cause a fire.
NOTE:
The chain saw is not filled with oil at the time of purchase. It is essential to fill the tank
with oil before use.
The chain is automatically lubricated with chain oil during operation.
1. Position the chain saw on its side with its oil tank cap facing towards.
2. Clean the cap as well as the area around and then turn it anti-clockwise to remove.
3. Carefully pour the specifically designed oil into the tank until reaching the bottom of the
filter neck.
4. Wipe off any excessive oil and replace the cap.
NOTE:
With upright position, oil should fill the inspection window. When the oil is no longer
visible in the inspection window, stop use immediately and refill.
Inserting and removing the battery pack
NOTE:
Hold the tool and the battery pack firmly when installing or removing the battery pack.
Failure to hold the tool and the battery pack firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and
result in damage to the tool and battery pack, potentially causing a personal injury.
Insert the battery pack. (Fig. I)
To install the battery pack, align the tongue on the battery pack with the groove in the housing
and slip it into place. Always insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If not,
it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you.
Remove the battery pack.
To remove battery pack, press the release button, and pull out. (FIG. J)
NOTE:
Do not use force when installing the battery pack. If the battery pack does not slide in
easily, it is not being inserted correctly.
WARNING :
Verify that the switch is in the OFF position before inserting or removing the
battery pack.
WARNING :
Verify that the battery pack is removed and the switch is in the OFF position
before inspecting, adjusting or performing maintenance on any part of the chain saw.
Starting/stopping the chain saw
NOTE:
Before starting the chain saw, check for the oil level, saw teeth sharpness and
properly-working kickback brake handle. Besides, balanced footing and proper distance
away from the ground are needed.
OPERATION
To Start
1. Pull the chain kickback brake handle towards the front handle to the operating position.
(Fig. K)
2. Grasp the front and rear handles firmly, using both hands.
3. Press down the lock-off button first, then squeeze the trigger switch to start. (Fig. L)
Release the lockoff button and continue to squeeze the trigger for continued operation.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to start the saw when the saw chain is in a cut.
To Stop
1. Release the trigger switch.
2. Push the chain kickback brake handle forward to the brake position to engage the chain
brake (Fig. K).
WARNING:
Always remove the battery pack from the chain saw during work breaks and after
finishing work.
Proper Grip On Handles
- Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.
- With the saw on a firm, flat surface, hold the saw firmly with both hands.
- Always grasp the front handle with the left hand and the rear handle with the right.
- The fingers should encircle the handle, with the thumb wrapped under the front handle.
WARNING:
Never use a left-handed (cross-handed) grip, or any stance which would place
your body or arm across the chain line.
Proper Cutting Stance
- Both feet should be on solid ground, with weight evenly spread between them.
- The left arm should be straight, with the elbow locked. This helps to withstand the forces
generated by kickback.
- Your body should always be to the left of the chain line.
Instructions concerning the proper techniques for basic felling,
limbing, and cross-cutting
WARNING:
Always be sure of your footing and hold the chain saw firmly with both hands
while the motor is running.
WARNING:
When the saw chain is stopped due to pinching during cutting, release the trigger
switch; remove the saw chain and guide bar from the wood, then restart the chain saw.
WARNING:
Do not pull the saw chain with hand when it is bound by the sawdust. Serious
injury could result if the chain saw starts accidentally. Press the saw chain against the wood,
move the chain saw back and forth to discharge the debris. Always remove the battery pack
before cleaning. Wear heavy protective gloves when handling the saw chain.
WARNING:
Never start the chain saw when it is in contact with the wood. Always allow the
chain saw reach full speed before applying the saw to the wood.
