Craftsman 35834030, 35834020 Owner’s Manual

[Sears I
operator's
manual
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
MODEL NO.
358.34030 2.0/14"P.S.
WARNING:
3arefuily read and follow
Safety Rules, Precautions and Operating Instruc-
tions. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.
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..........2ili'0112" -2.0/14"P. S.
ELECTRICCHAIN SAWS
Record in the space provided below the Model No. and Serial No. of your saw. These numbers are located on the starting instructions
decal.
Model No. Serial No.
Retain these numbers for future reference;
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IIL 60684 U.S.A.
530-066373-2-27984-1-28084 PRINTED IN U. S. A.
FULL 1 YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW
(Excluding Bar & Chain)
For one year from date of purchase, Sears will repair defects in material or workmanship in this electric chain saw at no
charge. ' This warranty excludes bar & chain, which are expendable parts and become worn during normal use. If this chain .saw is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from date of purchase. WARRANTY
SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CHAIN SAW TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
': This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may atso have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears,RoebuckandCo., SearsTower, Dept. 698/731A, Chicago, IL 60684
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Specifications ............................... 2
Safety Rules and Precautions ................. 3
Know Your,Chain Saw ........................ 5
_.A. Introduction ................... .... ....... 5
B_-Double Insulation . ....... 5
: CI CartonContents " 5
Preparing Your Saw For Use ........ ....,. _.... 5
A. Getting:Ready ................ . ........... 5
B. Power Source and Extension Cord ........... 5
C. Attaching the Bar and Chain 6 D:.Chain Tension 7
E: Bar and Chain Oil '8
Using Your Saw ...................... : ...... 8
A. Control Devices ......................... :8
B. Controlling Kickback ...................... 9
C. Pre-Operation Checks .................... 10
D. Starting and Stopping the Saw ............. 10
Using the Power Sharp ® System .............. 11
Types of Cutting ............................ 13
A. Basic Cutting Technique ................... 13
B. Tree .Felling Techniques ...... i .. ............ _.... 13
C. Bucking _ 15
D. Debranching and Pruning .... ... : ....... :. 16
Maintenance .............. ............ _....... 17
A. Cleaning the Saw ........ ................ 17
B. Guide Bar and Chain 17
IC. Sprocket ............................... 19
D_Storage ............................... 20
E. Maintenance Accessories ................. 20
F. Trouble Shooting Chart ................... 21
Parts List .................................. 22
Quick Reference Page ....................... 27
....RATED CURRENT
' SPROCKETIDRIVE
Power
Sharp ®
Knob
(Model 358.34030, only)
Trigger
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL . POWER SUPPLY
MAXIMUM MOTOR OUTPUT
CHAIN _Oregon"
GUIDE BAR--" Lo-Kick ® ' " '
OILER CHAIN SHARPENING
Oiler Activator
Lo Kick ®•Guide Bar
358.34020 (2.0/12")
110-120 Volts AC 50-60 Hz
12 Amps : "
2.0 Horsepowe; t 6 Tooth'-'Sli'p Cluict_
3/8 F'itch, Low Profile
Chromed Cutters - Xtra-GUARD
i'"'i:......
12" Spm_:ket Nose
Manual
Manual
"'358.34030 (2.0;!4" P,S,)
110-t20 Volts AC 50-60 Hz
12 AmpS
2.0 Horsepower' 6 Tooth-Slip Ciutch 318 Pitc'h, Low Profite.
Power Sharp ® Chromed
Cutte{s _, :: . 14-Sp'roc'ket' Nose ,,_
M_,nual & Automatic
Power Shatp_ System
Stub Handle
Guard Link
Indicator
Chain
Lock-out Button
Power Cord
Motor Housing
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SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
r WARNING!
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, special safety precautions
must be observed to reduce the risk of personal accidents. Careless or improper use may cause serious injury.
A. KNOWYOUR SAW
l_:Read your Operator's Manual carefully until
_you completely understand andcan follow all
iisafetyrules and operating :instructions before
_;attempting to operate the unit.
2. Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and follow the safety rules,
:_precautions, and operating instructions
found inthis manual.
B. P_AN AHEAD _
Wear personal protective gear. Al-
ways, :use,. steel-toed ,:safety foot-
11 wear with non-slip soles; snug-
cutting resistant inserts; heavy-duty non-slip
gloves; appropriate eye protection such as non-
i fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an ap-
proved safety hard hat, and sound barriers -- ear Plugs or mufflers to protect your hearing. Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise may damage hearing.
2. Keep children, bystanders, and pets out of the
workarea: Do not allowother people to be near
....the'chain saw when starting 0r operating the chain
saw.
3. Do not handle or operate achain saw when you
are fatigued, ill, or upset; or if :you have taken alcohol, drugsor medication. You must be in
good physical condition and mentally alert. Chain
saw _work is strenuous. If you have any condition
.:_:ithat might be aggravated by r;trenu0us, work,
,check with your doctor before operating a chain
.saw;
4:'_Do not attempt to use your saw during bad
weather conditions such as strong wind, rain,
snow, etc., or during darkness.
5. Plan your sawing operations carefully in ad-
. vance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear
.:;'?work area, secure footing, and if you are felling
:;:trees,a planned retreat path.
C. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK
Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the saw and possibly cause serious personal in-
jury. Kickback is the upward and backward motion of the guidebar that occurs when the moving chain con- tacts an object atthe tip of the guide bar.
fitting : clothing with reinforced
To reduce the hazard of kickback:
1. Hold the sawfirmlywith both hands, Left hand on front handle bar, right hand on rear handle
whether you are right-handed or left-handed.
Never use the saw with one hand.
2. Do not overreach.
3. Do not let the tip of the guide bar contact the ground, another log, branch, or any other
obstruction.
4. Start the motor and see that the chain is mov-
ing at full speed before beginning orentering
a cut.
5. Cut one i:0g at atime. 6: Use_eYt:reme_ca:ution when re-entering a pre-
vious cut.
7. Do not attempt plunge cuts.
8. WatCh _for shifting logs or other forces that
Could close a cut and pinch thechain.
9. Do not cut above shoulder height:
10. Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening
and maintenance instructions. Keep the
chain properly tensioned. Check tension at reg- ular intervals with the engine Stopped, never
with the engine running. Make sure the bar
clamp nuts a_resecurely tightened after tension- ing the chain.
11. Use the specific Chain and Lo-Kick _ Guide Bar designed for your saw to reduce the hazard
of kickback.
D. AVOID REACTIVE FORCES
Pushback and Pull-in occur when the chain is sud-
denly stopped by being pinched, caught, or by con- tacting a foreign object in the wood. This results in a
reversal of the chain force used to. cut wood and caiJses the_saw'to move iri_the opposite direction of
chain rotation; resulting in 10Ssof control andpossible serious personal injury.
To avoid Pushback:
1. Be extremely aware of situations or obstruc- tions that may cause material to pinch the top of
or otherwise stop the chain.
2. Do not cut more than one log at a time.
3. Do not twist the saw as the bar is w!thdrawn from an under-cutwhen bucking.
To avoid Pull-ln:
1. Always begin cutting with the motor running
and the saw housing against the wood.
2. Use wedges made of plastic, wood, or light alloy (never of steel or iron) to hold the cut open.
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1. Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled.
2. Do not use thesaw if the trigger switch does not turn the unit on and off properly. Repairs
to the trigger switch must be made by your Sears
Service Center.
3. Do not operate the saw from a ladder or in a
tree.
4. Position all parts of your body to the left of
cut when the motor is running.
5. Cut wood only. Do not use a chain saw for any purpose other than those described inthis man- ual.
6. Make sure the chain will not make contact
before starting the motor. Never try to start the saw when the guide bar is in acut or kerf.
7: Use extreme caution when cutting small size
brush and saplings. Slender material may
catch .the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pul!:you off balance.
8. Be alert for springback when cutting a limbthat isunder tension to avoid being struck by the limb
or saw when the tension inthe wood fibers is re-
leased.
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Do not force the saw through a cut. Exert light
pressure only. Pressure on the saw at the end of a cut could cause loss of Control when the cut
is completed.
10.
Avoid body contact with the chain anytime the saw is plugged into a power source. The
chain willcontinue to move for a short time after the trigger is released.
11.
Unplug the power connection when the saw is not in use.
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MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN
GOOD WORKING ORDER
1. Unplug the saw before servicing or changing
accessories.
2. Hat;e _lll chainsaw service performed bY YOur
sears service Center, other than the service described in the maintenance section of this
manual.
3. Keep chain and guide bar clean and properly lubricated.
4. Keep oil cap, screws and fasteners tight.
5. Keep the handles dry, clean_ and free of oil.
6. Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign ob- ject. Check for alignment, binding, breakage,
and mounting of moving parts and any other con- dition that may affect the operation of the unit. Check guards and all other parts to see if each will operate properly and perform its intended function. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by using the in- structions inthismanual or by seeing your Sears
Service Center.
7. Be certain the saw chain stops moving when the trigger switch is released.
8. Make certain that all hand tools are removed
from the saw before connecting the saw to the power source.
9. Make sure all replacement partsare genuine recommended parts.
10. Never modify your saw in any way. Use only attachments supplied or specifically recom- mended by Sears:
G. CARRY AND STORE
YOUR SAW SAFELY
1. Never carry your saw while climbing. Both
hands are needed for safe climbing.
2. Carry the unit unplugged,by the front handle, finger off "the trigger switch, and with the
guide bar and chain to the rear.
3. Carry the saw with guide bar and chain
covered by the scabbard.
4. Before transporting in any vehicle or storing in any enclosure, allow your saw to coot com- pletely, cover the bar and chain and properly se-
cure to avoid turnover or damage.
5. Drain oil tank before storing your saw for 30or more.days.
6. S.tore in a dry area Outof the reach of children.
SAVE THESE INSTR UCTIONS
KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW
A. INTRODUCTION
The information found in this manual will help you properly prepare your chain saw for use,
understand how to operate your saw safely, and perform maintenance required to keep your unit
in good working condition.
::Your saw has been designed with safety in mind
and includes the following safety features as
.standard equipment:
...... Handguard
-.... Lo.Kick ® Guide Bar
Guard Link Chain
The chain saw should never be operated unless
these devices are properly installed on the unit,
...3-heLo-Kick'-" Guide Bar and Guard Link Chain.have
".been designed to help reduce 'the hazard: of
KICKBACK. You should thoroughly read and under-
,,,stand the section, "CONTROLLING KICKBACK" on
'page 9 and I0.
B, DOUBLE INSULATION
Your Chain Saw is double insulated to help pro-
tect against electric shock. A double insulated
tool isconstructed throughout with two separate "layers" of electrical insulation or one double
thickness of insulation between the operator
and the electrical system of the tool.
Tools built with this insulation system are not in- tended to be grounded. As a result, the exten.
sion cord used with your saw can be plugged in- to any conventional 120 volt electrical outlet
without concern for maintaining a ground con- nection.
Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool. The double insula-
tion system only supplies added protection against injury resulting from a possible elec-
trical insulation failure within the saw.
WARNING=.
All electrical repairs to this saw, including housing, switch, motor, etc., must be diagnos. ed and repaired by your Sears Service Center or
nearest Sears store. Failure to do so could cause the double insulation construction to
become ineffective and result in serious per.
sona! injury.
Cu CARTON CONTENTS : ....:
After you unpack the carton:
t. Check the Contents against the list below.
2. Examine the items for damage.
3. Notify your Sears Store immediately if a
....... part;is.missingor damaged.
KEY NO. CARTON CONTENTS:
1 Powerhead
2 Guide Bar 3 Scabbard
-- Loose Parts Bag (not shown)
-- Operator's Manual(not shown) 4 Chain
QTY.
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PREPARING YOURSAW FOR USE
A. GETTING READY
1. READ YOUR OPERATOR'S MANUAL CARE-
..... FULLY. Your Operator's Manual has been de-
veloped to help you prepare your saw for use and to understand its safe operation. It is important that you read your manual completely to become familiar with the unit before you begin assembly.
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POWER SOURCE AND EXTENSION CORD 1, POWER SOURCE 2. EXTENSION CORD
Use only an A.C. voltage supply identical to
that shown on the name plate of the saw to power this chain saw.
2. HAVE THE FOLLOWING AVAILABLE:
a. Protective Gloves
b. ½ inch wrench or equivalent
c. Screwdriver d. Bar and Chain Lubricant (see page 8)
a. The extension cord used to reach the
Dower source must be:
1.) Specifically marked as suitable for out-
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dooruse.The suffix, W-A, must be in-
cluded on the cord label.
2.) Heavy enough to carry the current from
the power source to the distance at which the saw is to be used. 0therwise,
loss of power and overheating can oc-
cur causing damage to the unit. Refer
.to Figure 1 for minimum wire gauge
recommendations.
3.) In good condition. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or
deterioration. Plug connectors must be undamaged.
b. Suitable extension cords are available at
your Sears Retail or Catalog Store.
3. IMPORTANT POINTS
a, Secure the tool cord to the extension cord
as shown in Figure 2 to prevent disconnec-
tion.
b. Donot abuse cords. Never carry saw by the
pO_er cord or yank it to disconnect. Keep
_t'oiSll_cord and extension cord away from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
c. Guard against electric shock. Avoid body
contact with any grounded conductor, such as metal pipes and wire fences.
d. Avoid entanglement. Keep cords clear of
operator, saw chain, and branches at all times.
e. Avoid dangerous situations. DO not expose
the saw to rain, or use in damp, wet, gaseous, or explosive locations.
f. Inspect extension cords before each use.
Replace before using4he saw if damaged.
g. Inspect chain saw cord before each use.
Do not use the unit with a damaged cord.
Take the unit to a Sears Service Center for
repairs.
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE 1
RECOMMENDATIONS
AMP VOLTS 25 FT. 50 FT. 100 FT. 1
12 120 16 14 10
A.W.G. A.W.G. A.W.G.
Figure 1
SECURE TOOL CORD TO EXTENSION CORD
Figure 2
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C. ATTACHING THE BAR AND CHAIN
Your saw is equipped with a Lo.Kick ® Guide
Bar and a Guard Link Chain designed to help reduce kickback.
Always use the Lo-Kick ® Guide Bar and the
specific Chain recommendedfor yourparticu- lar saw, when replacing these parts.
[CAUTION:I Wear protective gloves when
handling or operating yoursaw. The chain is
sharp:and can cut you even when it is not
mov!ng!' "_........:,_-:_=_' _
1. Removethe Bar Clamp Nuts & Bar Clamp Housing.
2. Turn the Adjusting Screw counterclockwise to position the Adjusting Pin nearly as far as it
.... Will go to the rear. Figure 3.
&Place the Guide Bar on the saw by fitting the
long slot:in the Guide Bar over the two moun- ting studs. Figure 4.
NOTE: Be sure the Guide Bar is positioned with the round hole below the large slot.
TURN ADJUSTING
COUNTERCLOCKWISE
_DJUSTING SCREW
ADJUSTING PIN HOLE
BARCLAMPNUTS
ll_ '-_,Jki'll ,.i ' CLAMP HOUSING i
Figure 3
WARNING!
Avoid accidental starting. Always unplug the sawfromthe power source before installing a
bar and/or chain.
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_ , : Figure 4
; 4. Hold chain with cutters facing as shown in
Figure 5.
: 5. Place the chain around the sprocket and fit
the drive links into the Guide Bar grooves -- first the top and then the bottom groove,
Figure 6.
....6,Slide the bar forward and fit the adjusting pin
into the round hole in the Guide Bar.
7. Hold the Guide Bar against the saw frame and install the Bar Clamp Housing. Figure 7.
8, Secure the Bar Clamp Housing with the Bar
,._Clamp Nuts finger tight only.
.NOTE: The Bar Clamp Nuts must be slightly
loose for the chain to be tensioned properly.
;9,iEo_llow "Chain Tension" instructions below.
Figure 6
SECURE
HOUSING
CUTTERS MUST
FACE IN DIRECTION
OF ROTATION
Figure 5
D. CHAIN TENSION
Chain tension is very important:
--A loose chain will wear the bar and itself.
--A loose chain can jump off the bar while you' are'cutting.
--A'tight chain can damage the saw andtor break.
Chain tension is correct :when the chain:
--can be liftedabout 1!8" from the Guide Bar at a point near the middle of the bar, and
--will move freely around the bar.
, e_The'Bar Clamp Nuts must be;loosened to
;_prOperly tension the chain.
The chain stretches during use, especially :when new. Check tension"
-- each time the saw is used
'_ more frequently when the chain isnew
-- as the chain warms up to normal operating tern- :perature
WARNING!
Avoid accidental starting. Always unplug the saw from the power source before adjusting
chain tension.
Figure 7
2, Check the tension by tifting the chain from
the Guide Bar at the center of the bar. Figure 9.
3. Continue turning the Adjusting Screw until the tension is correct.
4. Hold the tip.of the Guide Bar,up and tighten the Bar Clamp Nuts with a wrench.
5. 'Recheck tension.
ADJUSTING
SCREW
Figure 8
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1. Hold the tip of the Guide Bar up and turn the Adjusting Screw clockwise just until the
chain does not =sag beneath the Guide Bar,
Figure 8. NOTE: To tighten tension, turn the adjusting
screw clockwise _ . To loosen ten, sion, turn the adjusting screw counterclock-
wise
Figure 9
BAR AND CHAIN OIL often enough to maintain a thin film of oil on
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The guide bar and cutting chain require con. the chain while the saw is cutting. It is recom. tinuous lubrication in order to remain in mended that the oiler activatorbe operated six
operating condition,
--Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and
chain.
--Too little oil will cause overheating shown
by smoke coming from the chain andlor
discoloration of the guide bar rails.
Use Sears Bar and Chain Lubricant #71-
36554 to fill the oil tank. Clean SAE 30W oil may also be used. Never use waste oil for this
purpose.
IMPORTANT POINTS a. Fill the oi! tank every time you use the saw.
b. Wipe off surfaces before filling with oil to
avoid sawdust or debris accidently falling
into the tank and causing damage.
c. Use a funnel to fill the tank and wipe up all
spills. Do not use the saw until it iswiped
,_clean and is completely dry from spilled oit.
d.Replace the oil cap securely to ensure
_ proper operat On of the oiler.
e, Check the oil level indicator frequently
during use. Locate the indicator in the saw
frame just below and behind the front han-
dle. Figure 10. If oil isnot visible in the slot when saw is upright on a level surface, the
tank requires filling. f. Let saw stand unplugged for 15 minutes
before storing. It is normal for a small amount of oil to drip off the bar and chain
when the saw is not in use. The excess oil should be wiped from the saw before stor-
ing.
(6) times a minute and held for approximately three (3) seconds each time it is pressed.
a. Operate the oiler by pressing down on the
oiler activator with your right thumb. Figure
10.
b. Be sure that you continue to grip handles
firmly while using the oiler activator.
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USING THE AUTOMATIC OILER (Model 358.34030)
Model 358.34030 is equipped with an automatic and manual oiler. The automatic oiler supplies
lubrication to the bar and chain at all times. The manual oiler can be used to prime or sup-
plement the automatic oiler. It may be neces- sary to pri me the automatic oiler when the saw
is new, after the oil tank has been emptied, or after a storage period.
a. Operate the manual oiler by pressing down
on the Oiler activator with your right thumb_
Figure 10.
b. Be sure that you continue to grip handles
firmly while using the oiler activator.
c. Prime the oiler by holding down the button
for about 3 seconds with the saw running.
d. Supplement the automatic oiler:
--during a long felling cut.
--when cutting a tree or log which is greater in diameter than the guide bar. anytime an additional supply of oil is
desired.
OILER€ AC Tt VA TO R
2. USING THE MANUALOILER !(Model 358.34020)
Model 358.34020 is equipped with an oiler ac-
tivator which manually supplies oil to the bar and
.:chain,
The oiler activator must be used regularly and
Figure 10
BSINGYOUR SAW
A, CONTROL DEVICES
Understanding the control devices on your saw is an important part of learning how to properly
and safely operate the unit. Figure 11.
1. The Trigger Switch starts or stops the motor
and is located in the rear handle. The Trigger
Switch is designed to be used with the
Lockout Button.
2. The Lockout Button is a control feature designed to prevent the motor from being ac-
cidently started. When the rear handle is grip-
ped in a normal cutting position, the Lockout Buttoncan be pushed in by the thumb permit- ting the index finger to squeeze the Trigger. It is not necessary to maintain pressure on the Lockout Button once the Trigger has been engaged.
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3. The Front and Rear handles are the supports which allow you to grip the saw in the normal
cutting position, Your grip on the handles, is
most important because proper grip gives you
maximum ability to control the saw for safe operation.
FRONT HANDLE ACTIVATOR
OIL
Figure 11
LOCKOUT
BUTTON
TRIGGER
REAR
HANDLE
B. CONTROLLING KICKBACK
Kickback is a dangerous chain saw reaction that can cause serious personal injury. Carefully
study this section before you make the first cut with your new saw. You must., understand what
causes kickback, how you can reduce the chance of kickback, and how you can remain in
the best control of the saw if kickback does oc- cur.
.1. WHAT CAUSES KICKBACK
Kickback can occur when the moving chain
: :contacts an objectat the tip of the guide bar.
This contact causesthe chainto dig intothe object and stops the chain for an instant. The result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the
saw tip up and back toward the operator. The
operator can lose control of the saw and the cut-
ting chain can cause serious personal injury if it
comes incontact withany partof the body:
2.: REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK
KICKBACK
PATH
Figure 12 '
AVOID
OBSTRUCTIONS
:WORKINGARE_
a. Recognize that kickback can happen. By un-
derstanding:and knowing about kickback, you
are better equipped to deal with an occurrence.
b. Never let the moving chain contact any ob-
ject at the tip of the guide bar. Figure 12.
c. Keep the working area free from obstruc-
tions such as other trees, branches, rocks,
fences, stumps, etc. Figure13. Eliminate or
avoid any obstruction that your saw chain could hit while you are cutting through a particular log
or branch, '
d; Keepiyour saw chain sharp and properly ten-
sioned. A loose or dull chain can increase the
chanceof kickback.
e. Start the motor and see that the chain .is
moving at full speed before beginning or entering a cut.
f. Cut oneiogat atime. _ : : - ......:_.
g. Use extreme caution when re-entering a pre-
vious cut.
h,' Do not attempt plunge cuts.
i. Watch for shifting logs or other forces that
could close a cut and pinch or fall into the
chain. j, _Usethe Lo-Kick® Guide Bar and the specific
_Chain recommended for your particular
saw. These devices have been designed to re-
duce the hazard of kickback.
k. Use extra caution if your saw is equipped
with the Power Sharp ® System; The Power
Sharp®saw is equipped with a Lo,Kick® Guide Bar and aGuard Link Chain: However, due to
the chain requirements of the built;in sharpen-
ing mechanism, the kickback force from the Power Sharp® chain may be greater than that
from other Guard Linkchains.
Figure 13
, _:CORRECT_GRIP: , ........
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NEVER REVERSE HAND POSITIONS
LEFT HAND
"':"INCORREC'T GRIP
\,
CORRECT POSITION
J
Figure 15
KEEPA FIRM GRIP WITH BOTH HANDS
RIGHT
HAND
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