Electrolux Gladiator 550 Instruction Manual page 10

COLD ENGINE STARTING
ATTENTION! During starting, give maximum
attention to the movement of the chain.
ATTENTION!
Do not wrap the starting cord around your
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hand.
Do not suddenly leave the starting handle
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with the cord completely extracted, since it
could damage the saw. Carry it only in the
rest position.
1. Make certain that the chain brake is disconnected by
pulling the lever (L) towards the front handle. Bring the
stop switch to the opposite position of stop. Pull the air
lever. Press the air purge diaphragm repeatedly until fuel
begins to fill the diaphragm (C). The diaphragm need not
be completely filled. Push the decompression valve (D)
down if your models is fitted with one.
2. Firmly grip the front handle with the left hand. Place a foot on
the lower part of the rear handle. Pull the cord slowly so as
to activate the starting device. Give a decisive and fast pull
while avoiding completely extracting the rope, which could
break it. Do not suddenly let go of the starting handle.
Repeat the operation until the engine crackling.
3. Bring the enricher lever back to its original position pushing
it and giving a few decisive pulls until the engine has
started.
ATTENTION! The following information concerns the basic safety for working
with an saw. This cannot replace experience and professionalism. In case of
doubts or uncertainty, go to a trusted retailer or a professional. The pulling down
of a tree requires experience and is an operation a beginner must avoid. DO NOT
DO CERTAIN JOBS WITHOUT THE NECESSARY EXPERIENCE.
NEVER WORK WITH THE SAW IF YOU CAN'T GET HELP IN THE EVENT OF AN
ACCIDENT.
Carefully read the chapter concerning the "general safety
rules" and the "safety devices" that come with the machine
before operating it.
Avoid cutting thin branches and bushes (several branches at
a time). The branches could be seized by the chain, placed in
rotation and injure the operator.
BASIC CUTTING TECHNIQUES
General
• Always cut with the motor at the maximum number of
revolutions.
• After every cut decelerate the motor (prolonged running of
the engine at high speeds with the chain turning in empty
space can cause heavy damage).
• Cut from high towards low = when pulling the chain.
• Cut from low towards high = when pushing the chain.
4. When the motor has started, press and release the
accelerator immediately so as to unlock it from the starting
position.
Let the engine heat up for not less than 10 seconds, warming
the machine up allows for better cutting performance.
If the saw doesn't start, closely repeat all of the operations.
To avoid difficulty starting, it's strongly suggested you
avoid the exhaustion of the fuel mixture in the tank; this
will conserve the motor longer.
HOT ENGINE STARTING
5. Proceed as for when the engine is cold, but without using the
enricher lever. The restarting gas is obtained by pulling the
enricher lever and bringing it back to the original position.
HOT STARTING AFTER RESUPPLY
In case of complete emptying of the petrol tank and after
having put the resupply in motion, follow the instructions for
cold engine starting.
STOP
6. The engine stops immediately acting on the switch.
(In "Stop" position to the right)
G. Use of the saw
G1. Consider the following five factors before preparing to cut:
1 the cutting equipment must not get stuck in the cutting
itself.
2 the object to be cut must not separate due to breaking
3 the chain must not hit the ground or other objects during
and at the conclusion of cutting.
4 Is there the risk of KICKBACK?
5 Can the ground and any other outside factors
compromise the balance of your position?
ATTENTION! This command allows the
emergency stopping of the machine.
ATTENTION! Check that the chain will continue
moving by its inertia also after the engine stop.
ATTENTION! If the saw gets stuck while
cutting: TURN THE ENGINE OFF! Raise the
trunk or move it using a robust branch or a pole
as a lever. Do not try to free the saw by shaking
or pulling it, thus avoiding the risk of injuring
oneself with the chain or damaging the handle.
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