Operating Guide

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MAINTENANCE
REPLACING THE GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN (See Fig. 23 - 28.)
DANGER
Never start the motor before installing the guide bar, chain, chain cover, and chain cover lock knob.
Without all these parts in place, the clutch can y off or explode, exposing the user to possible
serious injury.
WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury, read and understand all the safety instructions in this section.
WARNING
Before performing any maintenance, make sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION
Always wear gloves when handling the bar and chain. These components are sharp and may
contain burrs.
WARNING
Never touch or adjust the chain while the motor is running. The saw chain is very sharp. Always
wear protective gloves when performing maintenance involving the chain to avoid possible serious
lacerations.
NOTE: When replacing the guide bar and chain, always use the specied bar and chain listed in the Bar and
Chain Combinations section later in this manual.