Operating Guide

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Fig. 8
SWITCH
TRIGGER
SWITCH
LOCK
HANDLE
Starting the chain saw:
• Make sure chain tension is at desired setting. Refer to Adjusting the Chain Tension in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
• Make sure the chain cover lock knob is tight to the chain cover.
• Make sure no objects or obstructions are in immediate vicinity which could come into
contact with the bar and chain.
• Press and hold the switch lock. This makes the trigger switch operational.
• Press and hold the trigger switch, release the switch lock, and continue to squeeze the
trigger switch for continued operation.
Stopping the chainsaw:
NOTE: It is normal for the chain to coast to a stop once the trigger switch is released.
• Release the trigger switch to stop the chainsaw.
• Upon release of the trigger switch, the switch lock will be automatically reset to the lock
position.
OPERATION