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WARNING:
Weather conditions and altitude may affect
carburetion.
Do not allow bystanders close to the chain saw while
adjusting the carburetor.
ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED
See Figure 28.
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■ If the engine starts, runs, and accelerates but will not
idle, turn the idle speed screw “ T ” clockwise to
increase idle speed.
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■ If the chain turns at idle, turn the idle speed screw “ T ”
counterclockwise to reduce the idle RPM and stop the
chain movement. If the saw chain still moves at idle
speed, contact a Homelite Service Center for adjust-
ment and discontinue use until the repair is made.
WARNING:
THE SAW CHAIN SHOULD NEVER TURN AT IDLE.
Turn the idle speed screw “T” counterclockwise to
reduce the idle RPM and stop the chain, or contact a
Homelite Service Center for adjustment and
discontinue use until the repair is made.
Serious personal injury may result from the saw
chain turning at idle.
OPERATION
STOP
Fig. 28
FELLING TREES
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
WARNING:
Do not fell trees during periods of high wind or heavy
precipitation. Wait until the hazardous weather has
ended.
When felling a tree, it is important that you heed the
following warnings to prevent possible serious injury.
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■ Do not cut down trees having an extreme lean or large
trees with rotten limbs, loose bark, or hollow trunks.
Have these trees pushed or dragged down with heavy
equipment, then cut them up.
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■ Do not cut trees near electrical wires or buildings.
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■ Check the tree for damaged or dead branches that
could fall and hit you during felling.
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■ Periodically glance at the top of the tree during the
backcut to assure the tree is going to fall in the desired
direction.
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■ If the tree starts to fall in the wrong direction, or if the
saw gets caught or hung up during the fall, leave the
saw and save yourself!