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the tool from the power source and refill with the correct
type of oil. Always empty oil tank when finished cutting.
nOTE: Use a high quality bar and chain oil for proper saw
chain and bar lubrication. As a temporary substitute, a non-
detergent SAE30 weight motor oil can be used. The use of
a vegetable based bar and chain oil is recommended when
pruning trees. Mineral oil is not recommended because it
may harm trees. Never use waste oil or very thick oil. These
may damage your chain saw.
Filling the Oil Reservoir
1. Unscrew counterclockwise and then remove the oil
cap
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. Fill the reservoir with the recommended bar and
chain oil until the oil level has reached the top of the oil
level indicator
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2. Refit the oil cap and tighten clockwise.
3. Periodically switch the chainsaw off and check the oil
level indicator to ensure the bar and chain are being
properly oiled.
Attaching Extension Cord (Fig. G, Y)
An extension cord retainer is built into the switch handle that
helps prevent the tool from coming unplugged.
1. Overlap the pigtail power cord
cord and tie the two cords in a knot as shown in Fig. Y
under Safety Rules and Instructions: Extension Cords.
2. Double the extension cord several inches from the end.
Feed the loop throught the slot in the handle
onto the cord retainer
3. Gently tug on the cord to insure that it is firmly retained
in the handle.
Transporting Chainsaw (Fig. H)
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Always turn unit off, disconnect from the power source
and cover the guide bar
transporting the saw.
CHAINSAW OPERATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start‑up can cause injury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. I)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires the left hand on the front
handle
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, with the right hand on the rear handle
Operating the Chainsaw (Fig. A, I)
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
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Guard Against Kickback which can result in severe
injury or death. See Important Safety Instructions
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with the extension
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as shown in Fig. G.
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with the scabbard
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guard Against Kickback, to avoid the risk
of kickback.
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Do not overreach. Do not cut above chest height.
Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart.
Divide your weight evenly on both feet.
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Use a firm grip with your left hand on the front
handle
handle
guide bar.
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Do not hold chainsaw by front hand guard
Keep elbow of left arm locked so that left arm is
straight to withstand a kickback.
WARNING: Never use a cross‑handed grip (left hand
on the rear handle and right hand on the front handle).
WARNING: Never allow any part of your body to
be in line with the guide bar ( 4 when operating the
chain saw.
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Never operate while in a tree, in any awkward
position or on a ladder or other unstable surface.
You may lose control of saw causing severe injury.
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Keep the chainsaw running at full speed the entire
time you are cutting.
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Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert only light
pressure. Do not put pressure on chainsaw at end
of cut.
WARNING: When not in use always have the chain
and
brake (if equipped) engaged, unit turned off and
disconnected from the power source.
ON/OFF Switch (Fig. J)
Always be sure of your footing and grip the chainsaw firmly
with both hands with the thumb and fingers encircling
both handles.
when
1. To turn the unit on, push down on the the lock off lever
shown in Fig. J, and squeeze the trigger switch
the unit is running, you may release the lock off lever.
2. In order to keep the unit running you must continue
to squeeze the trigger. To turn the unit off, release
the trigger.
nOTE: If too much force is applied while making a cut the
saw will turn off. To restart saw, you must release the lock off
lever
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and the trigger switch
Begin your cut again this time with less force. Allow the saw
to cut at its own pace.
WARNING: Never attempt to lock a switch in the
ON position.
nOTE: Use of a ground-fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) is recommended.
Common Cutting Techniques
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Felling
The process of cutting down a tree. Do not fell trees in high
wind conditions.
WARNING: Felling can result in injury. It should only be
performed by a trained person.
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and your right hand on the rear
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so that your body is to the left of the
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before the saw will restart.
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