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Inspect and adjust every part of the chain saw.
- Completely clean every part, and repair, if necessary.
- Apply thin coating of oil on metal parts to prevent corrosion.
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Drain fuel tank, pull starter slowly a few times to drain fuel from carburetor.
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Pour a small amount of clean two-stroke oil into spark plug hole, pull starter 2 to 3 times, then leave the piston at TOP DEAD
CENTER.
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Store in a dry area, free from dust.
The installation of a chain brake may be mandatory by law or as stipulated by insurance regulations in your area of
operation. You should inquire through local government offices, your employer or your local dealer to ensure that your
chain saw conforms to the required safety standard. Echo chain brakes have been designed and tested to comply
with international safety standards as follows.
USA:
ANSI Standard B175.1-2000 Safety Requirement for chain saws
Canada:
CSA Standard Z 62.1 CHAIN SAWS
WARNING
ANSI Standard B175.1-2000 stipulates that the brake shall stop the chain in 0.15 seconds maximum (.12 sec
avg) at full throttle. It is the responsibility of the Owner/Operator to ensure that the brake is serviced, adjusted
and tested strictly in accordance with the instructions as detailed herein in order to ensure that the brake perfor-
mance is maintained in compliance with the Standard B175.1-2000.
Kickback Motion:
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When the lever is pushed forward, chain brake instantly
works to stop the chain.
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