IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
WARNING!
can be dangerous! Careless or
improper use can cause serious
or even fatal injury.
Always wear appropriate
ear protection, eye protec-
tion and head protection.
Starting Reminder
Move ON/STOP switch to
the ON position.
Slowly press primer bulb
6 times.
Pull choke/fast idle lever
out to the full extent (to
the FULL CHOKE posi-
tion).
WARNING:
Always disconnect
spark plug wire and place wire where it can-
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, ad-
justing or making repairs except carburetor
adjustments.
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood-
cutting tool, special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or improper use of this tool can
cause serious injury.
PLAN AHEAD
S Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use the unit.
This chain saw
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Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.
WARNING!
Contacting the guide bar tip with any ob-
ject should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide
bar to move suddenly upward and backward, which may
cause serious injury.
SAFETY RULES
S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
who understand and can follow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions found in this manual.
S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-
toed safety footwear with non-slip soles;
snug-fitting clothing; safety chaps; heavy-
duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection such
as non-fogging, vented goggles or face
screen; an approved safety hard hat; and
sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to
protect your hearing.
should have hearing checked regularly as
chain saw noise can damage hearing. Se-
cure hair above shoulder length.
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Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the chain saw.
Measured maximum kick-
back value without chain
brake for the bar and chain
combination on the label.
Pull the starter rope
sharply 5 times with your
right hand.
Push the choke/fast idle
lever in to the HALF
CHOKE position.
Pull the starter rope sharply
with your right hand until
the engine starts.
Regular users