Use and Care Manual
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when engine is haRD to staRt
WARNING
Clutch engages and chain may rotate when engine is started
with throttle control latch engaged. Never use the throttle control
latch for cutting. Use only when starting the engine.
1. Ensure that there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks.
2. Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before
starting.
3. Lay unit on a at, clear area and keep bar and chain clear of all
obstacles.
4. Press throttle control lockout down, squeeze throttle trigger, and
push in throttle lock button (D).
5. While depressing the throttle lock button, release the throttle
trigger and then release the lock button.
6. Turn switch (A) to “RUN” position (I).
7. Pull starter handle.
8. When engine starts, immediately squeeze and release throttle
trigger to release the throttle lock button, otherwise damage to
brake may result.
NOTE
Do not pull starter rope out to the maximum possible position.
Do not allow recoil handle to snap back against the casing.
NOTICE
Do not increase engine speed while chain brake is locked.
Severe brake damage will result.
A
B
A
D
staRting waRm engine
1. Ensure that there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks. (If fuel tank
was emptied during previous operation, rell tank and push
purge bulb 10 times.)
2. Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake be-
fore starting.
3. Lay unit on a at, clear area and keep bar and chain clear of
all obstacles.
4. Turn switch (A) to “RUN” position (I).
5. Pull starter handle.
6. Choke may be used if necessary, but be sure to push it back
on rst ring sound.
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start procedure.
NOTICE
Do not increase engine speed while chain brake is locked.
Severe brake damage will result.
A
D