When The Engine Is Warm - Echo QV-8000 Instruction Manual

OPERATION (Pre-Ventilation Procedures)

When the engine is warm

Make sure the bar and chain are free from
any obstruction when starting the chain saw.
• Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain
brake before starting.
• Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks.
• Move ignition switch to "RUN" position.
• Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull
starter handle.
• Choke may be used if necessary, but be sure to
push it back on first firing sound.
• After starting the engine, pull front hand guard
towards the operator immediately. (Chain brake
unlocked position)
Running
• When engine starts, keep idling for a few minutes.
• Set the brake lever in the unlocked position before
starting to cut.
• Pull throttle trigger gradually and increase
revolution of the engine.
• The chain starts running when the engine reaches
3800 r/min approximately.
• Confirm proper acceleration and lubrication of
chain and bar.
• Give several strokes to manual oiler button to
confirm extra lubrication.
• Do not run the engine at high speed
unnecessarily.
• Be sure that saw chain stops moving when throttle
trigger is released.
CAUTION
Starter handle
Manual oiler
11
Lock chain brake
Start/Run
Ignition switch
Unlock chain brake
QV-8000 TYPE1-E