Specifications

After proper set-up and running-in, your Cutters Edge Fire
Rescue Saw will be available for service. In the field, you
should follow certain procedures for the use of your saw to
insure safe and efficient operation.
The basic rules for safe operation of your Cutters Edge Fire
Rescue Saw include:
1)
Wear full turn-outs with gloves, face shield or goggles.
2) Keep a firm grip on the saw.
3) Avoid cutting across your body.
4) Cut with full RPMs.
5) Avoid the bar's kickback zone.
6)
Do not attempt to operate saw without completion of
your department's training for the use of a power tool.
WARM UP
As another safety feature, your Cutters Edge Fire Rescue
Saw is equipped with One-Step Starting. To take advantage
of One-Step Starting, the saw must be warmed up prior to
going on the roof.
To warm up the saw after you have reached the scene of
your operation, use the following starting procedure:
1)
Pull out the choke. (
We recommend storing the saw
with the choke engaged - pulled out.)
NOTE
Remember not to touch the throttle while starting
the saw.
2)
3)
4)
5)
Part Two
Operation
Without Guard/Depth Gauge Installed
Step on the back handle and grip the top handle firmly.
Pull the starter handle upward sharply a few times until
the engine catches.
Push the choke in and pull the starter handle again to
start the engine.
Squeeze the trigger quickly once to set the idle. Allow
the saw to warm up, then touch the momentary contact
switch to shut it off. It is now ready for use.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 15
Fig. 21. The TS-10 Sling.
THE TS-10 SLING
Carry the saw up ladders by attaching the tool sling (Fig.
21). Loop the hook on the end of the sling around the top
handle and clip it to the D-ring on the sling. Attach the other
end of the sling to the back handle in the same manner.
Once on the roof, remove the sling and place it in your
pocket or out of your way.
WARNING
Never operate the Cutters Edge Fire Rescue Saw
with the sling attached.