Instructions / Assembly

SAFETY CS-400

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2. Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands, the right hand on the

rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle, when the engine is

running. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw

handles. A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of

the saw. Don’t let go.

3. Make sure that the area in which you

are cutting is free from obstructions.

Do not let the nose of the guide bar

contact a log, branch, or any other

obstruction which could be hit while

you are operating the saw.

4. Cut at high engine speeds.

5. Do not overreach or cut above

shoulder height.

6. Follow manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the

saw chain.

7. Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the

equivalent.

Correct Use Of Chain Brake

Chain Brake Operation

• Set the lever in the unlocked position

before starting to cut.

• If the brake is tripped by kickback

reaction, the chain will stop

immediately. Release the throttle to

avoid possible damage to the engine or

clutch.

• Do not attempt to operate the engine with the brake locked.

Testing The Brake

• Start the engine on a solid level surface

and run at a fast idle until warm.

• Hold the saw firmly by the handles and

accelerate the engine to a fast idle.

• Slowly operate the chain brake lever

while holding the saw firmly on the

ground. When the brake lever trips, the

chain should stop. Immediately release the throttle trigger.

Do not allow the saw to tip forward in order to avoid damage to the chain.

Linear kickback

Kickback

Pinch

Locked

Unlocked