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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please read these instructions carefully
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and make sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these
instructions for future reference.
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS
RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS: Avant d'utiliser cet appareil,
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veuillez lire atentivement les instructions et assurez--vous de les avoir
comprises. Conservez les instructions pour référence ultérieure.
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WICHTIGE INFORMATION: Lesen Sie diese Hinweise zur Handha-
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bung des Geräts aufmerksam durch. Verwenden Sie es erst, wenn
Sie sicher sind, daß Sie alle Anweisungen verstanden haben und
gut aufbewahren.
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE: Lea atentamente las instrucciones y
ES
asegúrese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato. Conserve las
instrucciones para la referencia en el futuro.
115164526 Rev. 1 7/15/09 BRW

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IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?)
IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
Explains the meaning of various warning and informational symbols found on the chainsaw.
SAFETY RULES
Starting Reminder
Steps to follow for starting the chainsaw, including choke and primer usage.
PLAN AHEAD
Planning and preparation steps before using the chainsaw, including reading the manual.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
Essential safety practices for operating the chainsaw to prevent injuries.
CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT
CHECKING, MAINTAINING AND SERVICING CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Procedures for inspecting and maintaining the safety features of the chainsaw.
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER
Guidelines for keeping the chainsaw in optimal working condition.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
Safety precautions for handling fuel, mixing, and storage.
KICKBACK HAZARDS AND PREVENTION
Understanding Kickback Types
Explains rotational, pinch, and pull-in kickback phenomena.
Preventing Kickback
Strategies and practices to minimize the risk of kickback.
Maintaining Control
Advice on maintaining proper control of the chainsaw during operation.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar
Describes the guide bar designed to reduce kickback danger.
Low-Kickback Chain
Explains the chain designed to deflect kickback force.
Ergonomic Design for Safety
Covers handguard and handlebar positions that enhance safety.
ASSEMBLY
ATTACHING THE BUMPER SPIKE
How to attach the bumper spike to the chainsaw.
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN
Instructions for mounting the guide bar and saw chain.
CHAIN TENSION
Checking the tension
How to check if the chain tension is correct.
Adjusting the tension
Step-by-step guide for adjusting chain tension.
OPERATING YOUR UNIT
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Pre-operation checks and essential information before starting the engine.
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
Importance and function of the automatic bar and chain lubrication system.
FUELING ENGINE
Safety warnings and procedures for fueling the chainsaw engine.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
Starting Procedure
Detailed steps including primer, choke, and starter rope usage.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
Starting Procedure
Detailed steps including choke lever and starter rope usage.
CHAIN BRAKE
Braking Function Control
Procedure to check the chain brake's functionality while the engine is running.
Inertia Activating Function Control
Procedure to test the inertia-activated chain brake function.
CUTTING METHODS
IMPORTANT POINTS
Key considerations and safety tips before and during cutting operations.
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES
Safety warnings and techniques for felling trees safely.
FELLING LARGE TREES
NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE TREE
Detailed steps for making the notch and felling cut on large trees.
BUCKING A FALLEN TREE
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE (BUCKING)
Term for cutting fallen trees and safety warnings.
TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR BUCKING
Explains cutting techniques for bucking, including when a saw is pinched.
BUCKING METHODS
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
Techniques for cutting logs without a support stand.
BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND
Techniques for cutting logs using a support stand.
LIMBING AND PRUNING
LIMBING
Techniques and safety precautions for removing branches from a felled tree.
PRUNING
Guidelines and safety limits for pruning branches.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Schedule for checking and inspecting various chainsaw components.
AIR FILTER
Instructions for cleaning the air filter to maintain engine performance.
BAR MAINTENANCE
Procedures for maintaining the guide bar and chain groove.
CHAIN SHARPENING
Tools required
List of tools needed for sharpening the saw chain.
TO SHARPEN CHAIN
Step-by-step instructions for sharpening the chainsaw chain.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Idle Speed-T
Procedure for adjusting the idle speed screw (T) to set engine idle.

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