Checking The Kickback Brake - Westfalia GM BK 4545 Instruction Manual

5. While holding the saw securely on the
ground, pull the starter handle (11)
vigorously several times until firing
occurs.
6. Pull the starter handle again to start
the engine and push the choke in.
7. Pull back the front hand guard (1) in
order to deactivate the kickback brake.
8. Press down the throttle trigger lock-out
(5) and finally press the throttle trigger
(7). Allow the engine to warm up
(without pressing the throttle lever).
HINT: When restarting the gasoline
chain saw immediately after stopping
the engine leave the choke (4) in the
pushed position. When pulling out the
choke, do not forget to push in again
after starting the engine.

Checking the Kickback Brake

The gasoline saw chain is equipped with automatic kickback brake (1).
The kickback brake is a device which stops the saw chain instantane-
ously if the chain saw recoils due to kickback. Before operating the
chain saw check the proper function of the kickback brake.
1. Start the engine.
2. Allow the chain saw to run for some time and push the front hand
guard (1) forwards. The chain must stop instantaneously.
If the kickback brake does not function properly do not operate the
chain saw further more and have it repaired by a professional.
Please note, continuous operation with the kickback brake engaged will
generate heat from the clutch and may cause trouble at the clutch. If
the kickback brake is activated, release the throttle trigger and shut off
the engine.
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