Echo CS-310 Instruction Manual

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6CS-310End of the guide bar may be placed at theheight of about 35 cm (14 in.).35 cm(14 in.)aUTOMaTiC CHain BraKEKickback produced from the tip of the guide bar will tripthe automatic chain brake. To make sure that the auto-matic chain brake operates properly, follow these steps:1. Stop the engine.2. Hold the saw with the guide bar approximately 35 cm(14 in.) above a wooden surface. Right hand shouldhold the rear handle, and left hand should hold thefront handle.3. Release the front handle and drop the end of theguide bar against the wooden surface.4. The impact should lock the chain brake.iMPOrTanTWhen checking the operation of the automatic chainbrake, use a soft surface substance like wood toprovide the impact so the chain is not damaged.Rear handle should be gripped lightly with theright hand.1. Do not operate a chain saw with one hand! Seriousinjury to the operator, helpers, bystanders, or anycombination of these persons may result from one-handed operation.A chain saw is intended for two-handed use.2. Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued.3. Use safety footwear, snug-fitting clothing andprotective gloves. Wear eye, hearing, and headprotection devices.4. Use caution when handling fuel.Move the chain saw at least 3 m (10 feet) from thefueling point before starting the engine.5. Do not allow other persons to be near the chainsaw when starting or cutting with the chain saw.Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area.Other Safety Precautions6. Do not start cutting until you have a clear workarea, secure footing, and a planned retreat pathfrom the falling tree.7. Keep all parts of your body away from the sawchain when the engine is running.8. Before you start the engine, make sure that the sawchain is not contacting anything.9. Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, theguide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muffleraway from your body.10. Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged,improperly adjusted, or not completely and securelyassembled. Be sure that the saw chain stopsmoving when the throttle control trigger is released.11. Shut off the engine before setting the chain sawdown.