Operators Manual

6. If the saw chain turns with an idle engine, examine
the idle adjustment screw of the carburetor.
Guard
The guard prevents objects from being ejected in the
direction of the operator. The guard also prevents
accidental touch between the operator and the saw
chain.
• Make sure that the guard is permitted for operation
in combination with the product.
• Do not use the product without the guard.
• Make sure that the guard is not damaged. Replace
the guard if it is worn or has cracks.
Fuel safety
• Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine oil
on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel/oil and let
the product dry. Remove unwanted fuel from the
product.
• If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Do not get fuel on your body, it can cause injury. If
you get fuel on your body, use a soap and water to
remove the fuel.
• Do not start the engine if you spill oil or fuel on the
product or on your body.
• Do not start the product if the engine has a leak.
Examine the engine for leaks regularly.
• Be careful with fuel. Fuel is flammable and the fumes
are explosive and can cause injuries or death.
• Do not breathe in the fuel fumes, it can cause injury.
Make sure that there is a sufficient airflow.
• Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not put warm objects near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not add the fuel when the engine is on.
• Make sure that the engine is cool before you refuel.
• Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
release the pressure carefully.
• Do not add fuel to the engine in an indoor area. Not
sufficient airflow can cause injury or death because
of asphyxiation or carbon monoxide.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully or a fire can
occur.
• Move the product at a minimum of 3 m (10 ft) from
the position where you filled the tank before a start.
• Do not put too much fuel in the fuel tank.
• Make sure that a leak cannot occur when you move
the product or fuel container.
• Do not put the product or a fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light. Make
sure that the storage area does not contain an open
flame.
• Only use approved containers when you move the
fuel or put the fuel into storage.
• Empty the fuel tank before long-term storage. Obey
the local law on where to dispose fuel.
• Clean the product before long-term storage.
• Remove the spark plug cable before you put the
product into storage to make sure that the engine
does not start accidentally.
Safety instructions for maintenance
• Disconnect the spark plug before doing maintenance
on the product, not including carburetor adjustments.
• Have all product servicing done by an approved
dealer, not including the tasks in
Maintenance on
page 19
.
• Make sure the saw chain stops moving when the
throttle trigger is released.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil or fuel
mixture.
• Keep caps and fasteners correctly tightened.
• Replacement components that are not approved or
the removal of safety devices can cause damage to
the product. This can also cause possible injury to
the operator or bystanders. Only use accessories
and replacement parts as recommended. Do not
change your product.
• Keep the saw chain sharp and clean for safe and
high performance.
• Obey the instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
• Examine the product for damaged parts. Before
more use of the product, make sure the damaged
guard or part operates correctly. Examine for broken
or incorrectly aligned parts, and parts that do not
move freely. Examine for other conditions that can
have an effect on the operation of the product. Make
sure the product is correctly installed. A guard or
other damaged part must be repaired or replaced by
an approved dealer unless written in the operator’s
manual.
• When not in operation, keep the product in a dry,
high or locked area away from children.
• During transportation or storage of the product, use
a transportation guard or case to move the product.
• Do not use waste oil. Waste oil can be dangerous to
you and can cause damage to the product and
environment.
Assembly
WARNING: Read and understand the safety
chapter before you assemble the product.
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