Maintenance And Storage - Stanley SPS-750 Original Instructions Manual

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the product at the right-hand side of your body.
h). Do not operate the product with arms fully
extended or attempt to cut areas which are
difficult to reach.
i). Keep a firm, steady pressure on the product
while working with it. Do not try to force the
product through the wood, let the cutting device do
the work, using the gripping teeth to apply
minimal leverage pressure.
j). Beware when reaching the end of the cut. The
weight of the product may change unexpectedly as
it cuts free from the wood. Accidents can occur to
the legs and feet. Always remove the product from
a wood cut while it is running.
NOTE: The chain must be running at full speed
before it comes into contact with the wood.
8. Cut thin branches
Thin branches can be cut off with one single cut.
To prevent the branch from slivering and
buckling the branch should be cut off in several
pieces. (See Fig. 16)
9. Cut thick branches
When cutting larger branches, three cuts are
necessary as shown below:
NOTE: Remove the branches lying on the floor
regularly to avoid stumbling hazards. Check
the oil level regularly and fill up if necessary.
Switch the power off and disconnect from power
source when leaving the product.
a). First cut into the branch from below, outside of
the location where you intend to cut off the
branch. The cut should go one third to halfway
through the branch. (See Fig. 17a)
b). Cut into the branch from the top, outside from
where the branch is to be sawn. (See Fig. 17b)
c). Last, cut off the stump with one clean cut from
top to bottom. You might want to seal the cut
with a suitable compound. (See Fig. 17c)
d). You might want to seal the cut with a suitable
compound.
NOTE: Remove the branches lying on the floor
regularly to avoid stumbling hazards. Check
the oil level regularly and fill up if necessary.
Switch the power off and disconnect from power
source when leaving the product.
10. AFTER USE
1). Switch the product off, allow the engine to cool
down and then remove the spark plug connector.
2). Check, clean and store the product as described
below.

Maintenance and storage

1. Improper maintenance , use of non-conformant
replacement components, or the removal or
modification of safety components leads to hazards
causing injuries and damage to property.
2. When the product is stopped for servicing,
inspection or storage, shut off the power source,
disconnect the spark plug connector from the
spark plug and make sure all moving parts have
come to a stop. Allow the product to cool before
making any inspections, adjustments, etc.
3. Always store the product and fuel so that there
is no risk of leakages or fumes coming into contact
with sparks or naked flames from electrical
equipment, electric motors, relays/switches,
boilers etc. Always allow the product to cool down
before storing.
4. When not in use store the product out of the
reach of children.
5. Use only manufacturers recommended
replacement parts and accessories.
6. When transporting or storing the product, always
fit the transportation guards.
7. Correctly secure your product when transporting
in a vehicle to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and
damage to the product.
8. For longer periods of storage or transportation
the fuel and oil tanks must be emptied. Dispose of
waste fuel and oil at a local petrol station, local
authority centre or where facilities exist.
9. Keep the machine in good working condition,
as well as the cutting attachment and the cutting
guard.
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