Instructions / Assembly

SAFETY CS-400

8 X7503255900

Automatic Chain Brake

Kickback produced from the tip of the

guide bar will trip the automatic chain

brake. To make sure that the automatic

chain brake operates properly, follow

these steps:

1. Stop the engine.

2. Hold the saw with the guide bar

approximately 35 cm (14 in.) above a

wooden surface. Right hand should

hold the rear handle, and left hand

should hold the front handle.

3. Release the front handle and drop

the end of the guide bar against the

wooden surface.

4. The impact should lock the chain

brake.

When checking the operation of the automatic chain brake, use a soft

surface substance like wood to absorb the impact so the chain is not

damaged.

Other Safety Precautions

1. Do not operate a chain saw with one hand! Serious injury to the operator,

helpers, bystanders, or any combination of these persons may result from

one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use.

2. Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued.

3. Use safety footwear, snug-fitting clothing and protective gloves. Wear eye,

hearing, and head protection devices.

4. Use caution when handling fuel. Move the chain saw at least 3 m (10 feet)

from the fueling point before starting the engine.

5. Do not allow other persons to be near the chain saw when starting or

cutting with the chain saw. Keep bystanders and animals out of the work

area.

6. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a

planned retreat path from the falling tree.

7. Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is

running.

8. Before you start the engine, make sure that the saw chain is not contacting

anything.

35 cm

(14 in.)