dicate more angle and higher kick energies.
Computed angles represented indicate total
energy andangleassociatedwithoutactivation
of the chain brake during kickback. Activated
anglerepresentschainstoppingtimerelativeto
activation angle of chain break and resulting
kick angle of saw. In all cases lower CKA val-
ues represent a safer operating environment
for the user.
The following guide bar and chain combina-
tions meet kickback requirements of CSA
Standards Z62.1, Z62.3, & ANSI B175.1when
used on saws listed in this manual. Use ofbar
and chain combinations other than thoselisted
is not recommended and may not meet the
CKA requirements per standard.
Computed kickback angle (CKA) Table
BAR
MODEL
P/N
Length
CHAIN P/N CKA without chain brake
952051338
33_
SM4218AVX
952044689
18″
NOTE:
If this saw is to be used for com-
SPECIAL NOTICE: Your saw is equipped
mercial logging, a chain brake is required
and shall not be removed or otherwise dis-
abled tocomply withFederal OSHA Regula-
tions for Commercial Logging.
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
All U.S. forest land and the states of
arresting
screen
which
meets
4443.
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion engines to
be equipped with a spark arresting screen. If
you operate a chain saw in a state or locale
where such regulations exist, you are legally
for maintaining the operating
WARNING:
The engine exhaust
from this product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
responsible
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a
violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE
section for maintenance of the spark arresting
screen. Failure to follow all Safety Rules and
Precautions can result in serious injury. If
situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgement. If you
need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer or call 1-800--554--6723.
people
prone to circulation disorders or
abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel
damage
in otherwise healthy people. If
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain,
loss ofstrength,changeinskincolor ortexture,
or loss offeeling inthe fingers,hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek
medical attention. An anti-vibration system
does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems. Users who operate power tools on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
STANDARDS: This saw is listed by Under-
writer’s Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with:
B175.1--2000 American National
for Gasoline--Powered Chain
ANSI
Standards
Saws -- Safety Requirements
CSA Z62.1--03 Chain Saws -- Occupational
Health and Safety
closely
their physical condition and the
condition of this tool.
CSA Z62.3--96 Chain Saw Kickback Occu-
pational Health and Safety
ASSEMBLY
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If
not already attached)
WARNING:
If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure. Al-
ways wear gloves when handling the chain.
Thechainis sharp andcan cutyou evenwhen
it is not moving!
1.
Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP
position.
LOOSEN
2.
Loosen and remove bar knobcomplete-
ly by lifting lever and turning counter-
clockwise.
3.
Remove clutch cover and plastic ship-
ping spacer (if present).
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