Homelite UT10947E Chainsaw User Manual


 
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Fig. 18
THROTTLE TRIGGER
THROTTLE
LOCK BUTTON
TRIGGER
RELEASE
OPERATION
7. While squeezing both the trigger release and throttle
trigger, push in the throttle lock button. Release the
throttle trigger. This latches the trigger for starting.
8. When the temperature is above 50° F, pull the
STARTER GRIP until the engine attempts to start, but
no more than 3 times. When the temperature is below
50° F, pull the STARTER GRIP until the engine
attempts to start, but no more than 5 times.
9. Push CHOKE lever to half choke position.
10. Pull STARTER GRIP until engine runs.
Note: Allow the saw to run in this position 15-30
seconds depending upon the temperature.
11. Push CHOKE lever all the way IN.
12. SQUEEZE and release the throttle trigger to return the
engine to idle.
CAUTION:
Failure to release partial throttle when chain brake
lever is in the brake position will result in serious
damage to the unit. Never squeeze and hold the
throttle trigger while the chain brake is in the brake
position.
Now you are ready to pick up the saw. Use the proper
grip for both handles, refer to “Operation” for additional
information.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Release the throttle trigger and let the engine return to
idle. To stop the engine, move the ignition switch to the “
” stop position. Do not put the chain saw on the ground
when the chain is still moving. For additional safety, set
the chain brake when the saw is not in use.
In the event that the ignition switch will not stop the saw,
pull the choke lever out to the fully extended position (Full
Choke / ) and engage chain brake to stop the engine.
If the ignition switch will not stop the saw when set to the
stop “ ” position, have the ignition switch repaired
before using the chain saw again to prevent unsafe
conditions or serious injury.
Important: When you are finished using the saw, relieve
tank pressures by loosening the CHAIN OIL and FUEL
MIX caps. Then retighten the caps. Allow the engine to
cool before storing.