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TESTING THE CHAIN BRAKE (5), (H)
Make sure the chain brake is working before using
the chainsaw.
To check brake operation:
Place the saw on a firm, flat surface.
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Start the saw briefly.
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Keep the left hand on the front handle and roll
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the left wrist to move the front hand-guard (5)
forward to manually activate the chain brake.
Release the On/Off switch (5).
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A properly functioning chain brake stops the mo-
tor and saw chain immediately. If the motor and
saw chain do not stop immediately, have the chain
brake checked at an approved service location.
Return the front hand-guard to operating posi-
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tion.
USING THE STRAIN RELIEF BRACKET (G)
It is important to use the strain relief bracket (22)
for two reasons:
It saves wear on both the power cord and the ex-
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tension cord and their plugs.
It prevents the chainsaw from becoming un-
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plugged from the extension cord accidentally.
To use the strain relief bracket (22), bend the ex-
tension cord into a U-shape and put it through the
hole in the rear handle. Slide the loop of cord over
the hook and tug lightly until snug (G).
CUTTING
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, wear
proper boots, gloves, head, ear, and eye pro-
tection.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric
shock, make sure the cord insulation is intact
and that the cord is in a dry location where
there is no danger of it being cut or tripped
over.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, al-
ways be sure of footing and hold the chain-
saw firmly with both hands while the motor is
running.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, plan
ahead and plan multiple escape paths before
beginning work.
CAUTION: Establish a bystander safety zone
of 6m prior to operation of this equipment.
Bystander safety zone is a minimum 6m circle
around the operator that must remain free
from bystanders, children and pets (Κ). Fell-
ing operations require a larger safety zone
according to the size of the tree, see "Felling
a Tree" section.
To get the best performance and to operate the
saw safely, follow these instructions:
Observe all applicable national and municipal rules
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and regulations for cutting.
Take frequent breaks to reduce the risk of injury.
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Before beginning to cut, make sure the saw chain
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is properly tensioned and the chain is sharp.
Saw chains are made to cut wood only. Do not use
the chainsaw to cut any other materials, and do
not allow the chain to come into contact with dirt,
stones, nails, staples, or wire. These materials are
extremely abrasive and will wear away protective
plating from the chain in a very short time.
Sharpen or replace the saw chain if any of these
conditions occur:
The pressure required to make cuts increases no-
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ticeably.
Wood chips coming off of the chain are very fine
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or dust-like.
Do not work with a dull chain as it will increase the
effort required to cut, cause jagged cuts, increase
wear on the chainsaw and increase the risk of kick-
back. Never force a dull chain to cut.
Assume the proper cutting grip and stance in
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front of the wood with the saw turned off. Press
the trigger lock-out and squeeze the trigger
switch. Let the chain reach full speed before be-
ginning the cut.
Begin cutting by lightly pressing the chain bar
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against the wood. Use only light pressure and
let the saw do the work.
Maintain a steady speed throughout the cut re-
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leasing pressure just before the end of the cut.
Know the location of the cord at all times to
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avoid trip hazards and avoid cutting the cord.
Know the location of the tip of the bar at all
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times and avoid contact with other objects.
If the saw stops suddenly when cutting, remove
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the saw from the cut, then resume cutting using
lighter pressure on the work piece.
PRUNING
CAUTION: Falling limbs may bounce or
"spring back" after they hit the ground so it is
essential to keep the ground clear to provide
multiple retreat paths. Clear the work area
and wear head protection.
Pruning is removing dead or overgrown branches
to maintain plant health.
Plan retreat paths before beginning to cut, and
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make sure there are no obstructions. Always know
how to get out of the way of falling branches.
Make sure bystanders or helpers are a safe dis-
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tance from falling branches. Bystanders or helpers
should not stand directly in front of or behind the
operator (K).
Maintain solid footing and hold the chainsaw firm-
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ly with both hands. Do not overreach. Never climb
a tree or ladder to reach high limbs.
Secure any branches that might be hazardous.
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Use proper auxiliary equipment.
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Prune lower limbs before pruning higher ones.
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Allow the saw chain to achieve full speed before
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cutting.
Apply light pressure to the branch.
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For long limbs (L1), cut the end of the limb first (a)
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to relieve pressure from the limb, then prune clos-
er to the trunk (b).
Thick limbs [greater than 10 cm /4 inch in diame-
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ter) can splinter or pinch the chain when making a
single cut from the top. To avoid pinching or splin-
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