IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
Starting Reminder
Move ON/STOP switch to
the ON position.
Pull the starter rope
sharply 5 times with your
right hand.
Slowly press primer bulb
Push the choke/fast idle
lever in to the HALF
CHOKE position.
6
times.
Pull choke/fast idle lever
out to the full extent (to
the FULL CHOKE posi-
tion).
Pull the starter rope sharply
with your right hand until
the engine starts.
SAFETY RULES
S Always use approved hearing protection.
users should have hearing
checked regularly as chain saw noise can
damage hearing. Long--term exposure to
noise can result in permanent hearing im-
pairment.
WARNING:
Always
disconnect
spark plug wire and place wire where it can-
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, ad-
justing or making repairs except carburetor
adjustments.
Regular
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
chain when the engine is running.
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood-
cutting tool, special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents.
Careless or improper use of this tool can
cause serious injury.
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimumof10meters away from thework
area. Donotallow other peopleor animals
to be near the chain saw when starting or
operating the chain saw.
S Do not handle or operate a chain saw
whenyouarefatigued,ill,or upset,or ifyou
have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication.
You must be in good physical condition
and mentally alert. Chain saw work is
strenuous. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work,
check with your doctor before operating a
chain saw.
PLAN AHEAD
S Read this manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions before attempting to use the unit.
S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users
who understand and can follow safety
rules, precautions, and operating instruc-
tions found in this manual.
Hearing
Safety Hat
S Carefullyplanyour sawingoperationinad-
vance. Donotstartcuttinguntilyouhavea
clear work area,securefooting,and, ifyou
are felling trees, a planned retreat path.
Protection
Eye
Protection
Snug
Fitting
Clothing
Heavy Duty
Gloves
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
WARNING: Long term inhalation of
the engine’s exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and
dust from sawdust can result in serious per-
sonal injury.
S Donotoperateachain saw with onehand.
Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by-
standers or any combination of these per-
sons may result from one-handed opera-
Safety
Safety Chaps
Shoes
S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed
safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fit-
ting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves;
eye protection such as non-fogging, vented
goggles or face screen; an approved safety
hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or
mufflers) toprotectyour hearing.Securehair
above shoulder length.
tion.
A chain saw is intended for
two-handed use.
S Operatethe chainsaw only in awell-venti-
lated outdoor area.
S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a
tree, unless you are specifically trained to
do so.
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| Model Year | 2009, 2010 |
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