Correct Use Of Chain Brake - Echo CS-400 Instruction Manual

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b. Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward which may cause
serious injury.
c. Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.
d. Use a firm grip, thumbs and fingers encircling the handles.
e. Don't overreach.
f. Avoid cutting above shoulder height.
g. Follow the manufacture's instructions for sharpening and maintenance of the saw chain.
13. When boring with the chain saw, the initial cut should be introduced with the lower part of the nose (tip)
until the hole is sufficiently large so as to introduce the entire nose (tip) of the guide bar. This technique
should reduce the danger of kickback.
14. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use. Serious injury to the operator, helpers and/or bystanders
may result from one-handed operation.
a. Allow your chain saw to cool before refueling, and do not smoke while refueling.
b. Do not allow other persons or animals close to running chain saw or close to where a tree is
being felled.
c. Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings because slender material
may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you.
d. When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring-back.

Correct Use Of Chain Brake

Chain Brake Operation
• Set the lever in the unlocked position before starting to cut.
• If the brake is tripped by kickback reaction, the chain will stop
immediately. Release the throttle to avoid possible damage to
the engine or clutch.
• Do not attempt to operate the engine with the brake locked.
Testing The Brake
• Start the engine on a solid level surface and run at a fast idle
until warm.
• Hold the saw firmly by the handles and accelerate the engine
to a fast idle.
• Slowly operate the chain brake lever while holding the saw
firmly on the ground. When the brake lever trips, the chain
should stop. Immediately release the throttle trigger.
Do not allow the saw to tip forward in order to avoid damage to the chain.
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