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saw when the tension i nthe wood fibers is
released.
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Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
LIMBING
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Always limbatreeafter itis cutdown. Only
then can limbing be done safely and prop-
erly.
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Leave the larger limbs underneath the
felled tree to support the tree asyou work.
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Start at the base ofthe felled t reeand work
toward the top, cutting branches and
limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut.
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Keep the tree between you and the c hain.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the
branch you are cutting.
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Remove larger, supporting branches with
thecutting techniques described inBUCK-
ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
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Always use an overcut to cut small and
freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could
cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.
PRUNING
WARNING:
Limit pruning to limbs
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
branches arehigher than your shoulder. Get
a professional to do the job.
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Make your fist cut
1/3
of the way
through the bottom of the limb.
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Next make a 2nd cut all the way
through the limb. Then cut a third
overcut leaving a 1 to 2 inch collar
from the truck of the tree.
First cut
Second cut
Third cut
Collar
Pruning technique
SERVICE
WARNING:
Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized or Master Service Dealer.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Lubricate bar
sprocket hole After each use.......
Check:
Fuel mixture level Before each use....
Bar lubrication Before each use.......
Chain tension Before each use.......
Chain sharpness Before each use....
For damaged parts Before each use..
For loose caps Before each use......
For loose fasteners Before each use...
For loose parts Before each use......
Inspect and Clean:
Bar Before each use................
Complete saw After each use.......
Air filter Every 5 hours*.............
Chain brake Every 5 hours*........
Spark arrestor screen
and muffler Every 25 hours*.........
Replace spark plug
Yearly.
Replace fuel filter
Yearly...
* Hours of Operation
AIR FILTER
CAUTION:
Do not clean filter ingasoline
orother flammable solvent to avoidcreating
afire hazardorproducing harmfulevapora-
tive emissions.
Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases engi ne perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after every
5 hours of operation.
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Clean the cover and t he area around it to
keep dirt and sawdust from falling into the
carburetor chamber when the cover is re-
moved.
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Remove the parts as illustrated below.
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Wash t he filter in soap and water.
Air Filter
Cylinder
Cover
Screws
Cylinder
Cover
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,
and mustbe removed to avoid creating a fire
hazard or affecting engine performance.
Replace the spark arresting screen ifbreaks
occur.