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OPERATION
Chain Brake Operation
Refer to Safety-Chain Brake Section before use.
The chain brake Run Position (A, Fig. 53) and Brake Position
(B) are illustrated below.
The chain brake operating condition should be checked prior to
each use as follows:
1. Start the engine and grasp front and rear handles securely with
both hands.
2. Pull the throttle trigger to bring the chain saw up to full speed.
Using the back of your left hand, engage the chain brake by
pushing the chain brake lever / hand guard toward the bar
while the chain is rotating rapidly, see Fig, 54.
3. The chain brake should engage and stop the chain immediately,
if not, take the saw to a Servicing Dealer for repair and
discontinue use until the repair is made.
4. Reset the chain brake back into the run position by grasping
the guide bar side (right side from operator's position) of the
chain brake lever / hand guard and pull toward the front handle
until an audible click is heard. See Fig, 55.
WARNING: If chain brake does not stop the chain
immediately, take the saw to a Servicing Dealer for
repair prior to use.
WARNING: An improperly maintained chain brake
may increase the time needed to stop the chain after
activation, or may not activate at all.
Tree Felling
Unusual Hazardous Tree Felling Conditions
WARNING: Do not fell trees during periods of high
wind or heavy precipitation.
WARNING: Never cut, when visibility is poor or in very
high or low temperatures or in freezing weather.
WARNING: Do not cut trees that have an extreme
lean or hollow trunks rotten limbs or loose bark.
Proper notching and back cutting cannot be
performed on trees with extreme lean or hollow
trunks. Have these trees dragged down with heavy
equipment.
WARNING: Do not cut trees near electrical wires or
buildings. If the tree makes contact with any utility
line, the utility company should be notified
immediately.
WARNING: Check the tree for damaged or dead
branches that could fall and hit you during felling.
