Echo CS-800P Operator's Manual

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22CS-800PEnd of the guide bar may be placed at theheight of about 35 cm.35 cmAUTOMATIC CHAIN BRAKEKickback produced from the tip of the guide bar willtrip the automatic chain brake. To make sure thatthe automatic chain brake operates properly, followthese steps:1. Stop the engine.2. Hold the saw with the guide bar approximately35 cm above a wooden surface. Right handshould hold the rear handle, and left hand shouldhold the front 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 automaticchain brake, use a soft surface substance likewood to provide the impact so the chain is notdamaged.Rear handle should be gripped lightly with theright hand.