other work must be carried out by authorized service
centers.
8. Only use genuine replacement parts and accessories
intended for your model of saw. The use of other parts
increases the risk of accident.
9. We accept no responsibility for accidents or damage
should non-approved bars, saw chains or other
replacement parts or accessories be used.
First aid
Do not work alone. Always work within shouting
distance of a second person.
1. Always keep a first-aid box to hand. Replace any
items taken from it immediately.
2. Should you request assistance in the event of an
accident, state the following:
• Where did the accident happen?
• What happened?
• How many persons are injured?
• What injuries do they have?
• Who is reporting the accident?
NOTE:
Individuals with poor circulation who are exposed to
excessive vibration may experience injury to blood
vessels or the nervous system.
Vibration may cause the following symptoms to occur in
the fingers, hands or wrists: "Falling asleep" (numbness),
tingling, pain, stabbing sensation, alteration of skin colour
or of the skin.
If any of these symptoms occur, see a physician!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained
from repeated use) replace strict adherence to safety
rules for the subject product. MISUSE or failure to
follow the safety rules stated in this instruction
manual may cause serious personal injury.
DESIGNATION OF PARTS (Fig. 5)
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Removing or installing saw chain
CAUTION:
• Always wear gloves when installing or removing the
saw chain.
To install the saw chain, perform the following steps:
1. Make sure the direction of the chain. The arrow mark
on the chain shows the direction of the chain. (Fig. 6)
2. Fit in one end of the saw chain on the top of the guide
bar and the other end of it around the sprocket.
3. Rest the guide bar in place on the chain saw.
4. Align the tension slide with the hole of the guide bar.
(Fig. 7)
5. Holding the guide bar, and turn the adjusting dial to "+"
direction to adjust the saw chain tension.
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(See the chapter on "Adjusting saw chain tension" for
procedure.)
6. Place the sprocket cover so that the hooks fit
alongside the holes and the pin fits its counterpart on
the sprocket cover. (Fig. 8)
7. Turn the lever clockwise to secure the sprocket cover.
(Fig. 9)
8. Press and return the lever to its original position.
To remove the saw chain, perform the following steps:
9. Press and fully open the lever until it stops. (Fig. 10)
10. Turn the lever counterclockwise to loosen the sprocket
cover until it comes off.
11. Turn the adjusting dial to "-" direction to release the
saw chain tension. (Fig. 11)
12. Remove the sprocket cover.
13. Remove the saw chain and guide bar from the chain
saw.
Adjusting saw chain tension
The saw chain may become loose after many hours of
use. From time to time check the saw chain tension
before use.
1. Press and fully open the lever until it clicks. Turn it
counterclockwise a little to loosen sprocket cover
lightly. (Fig. 6)
2. Lift up the guide bar tip slightly. (Fig. 12)
3. Turn the adjusting dial to adjust the saw chain tension.
Tighten the saw chain until the lower side of the saw
chain fits in the guide bar rail (see circle).
4. Keep holding the guide bar lightly, tighten the sprocket
cover after adjusting the chain tension. Make sure that
the saw chain does not loose at lower side.
5. Press and return the lever to its original position.
(Fig. 13)
Make sure the saw chain fits snugly against the lower side
of the bar.
CAUTION:
• Do not tighten the saw chain too much. Excessively
high tension of saw chain may cause breakage of saw
chain, wear of the guide bar and breakage of the
adjusting dial.
• A chain which is too loose can jump off the bar, and
therefore presents an accident risk.
• Carry out the procedure of installing or removing saw
chain in a clean place free from sawdust and the like.
Engaging extension cord
CAUTION:
• Make sure that the extension cord is unplugged to the
mains outlet. (Fig. 14)
When engaging the extension cord, secure it to the chain
saw's cord with the cord hook.
Attach the cord hook about 100 - 200 mm from the
extension cord connector. This helps prevent
unintentional disconnection.