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If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-323-5190. You can also visit DESA International’s Technical Service web site at Tighten oil cap. Note: Empty oil tank when not in use SERVICE PUBLICATIONS You can buy a service manual from address listed on back page of this manual. Send a check for $5.00 payable to DESA International. You can receive an illustrated parts list free of charge. Send a self-addressed stamped envelope to address on back page of this manual. Wh

Unplug chain saw from power source • when not in use • before moving from one place to another • before servicing • before changing accessories or attachments 2. Inspect chain saw before and after each use. Check saw closely if guard or other part has been damaged. Check for any damage that may affect operator safety or operation of saw. Check for alignment or binding of moving parts. Check that switch turns motor on and off. Check chain brake. Check for broken or damaged parts. Do not use chain

IMPORTANT:Tighten guide bar nuts finger tight only. Make sure adjusting block is in oval adjusting hole on guide bar. 6. Place chain around drive sprocket, then along top groove of guide bar and around guide bar nose. Note:Make sure cutting edges of chain are facing the right direction. Position chain so cutting edges on top of guide bar face guide bar nose (see Figure 3). !WARNING ICON G 001 CAUTION Do not place chain on saw backwards. If chain is backwards, saw will vibrate badly and will not

4. Make fourth cut directly above third cut. Cut down to meet third cut. This will remove limb stub. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE NOTICE: Below are instructions for servicing your chain saw.Any servicing not mentioned below should be done by an authorized service center. CLEANING SAW BODY WARNING: Unplug chain saw from powersourcebeforeservicing.Severeinjury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain. WARNING: Cutting edges on chain are sharp. Use protective gloves

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Gently pull loop against cord hitch until slack is removed. Plug extension cord into chain saw cord. Power CordExtension CordCord Hitch CUTTING WITH THE CHAIN SAW 1. Connect saw to extension cord. Connect extension cord to power supply. 2. Make sure section of log to be cut is not laying on ground. This will keep chain from touching ground as it cuts through log. Touching ground with moving chain will dull chain. 3. Use both hands to grip saw. Always use left hand to grip front handle and right

This cut will keep section from splintering when cut. 2. Make second cut on underside of log, directly under first cut. Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut up to meet first cut. This will keep log from pinching guide bar and chain. TRIMMING A TREE (PRUNING) WARNING: Avoid kickback. Kick- back can result in severe injury or death. See Kickback, page 3, to avoid risk of kickback. WARNING: • If on slope, make sure log will not roll down hill. Secure log by using wooden stakes. Drive wooden s

4. Remove burrs from sides of guide bar. Use flat file to make side edges square. Replace guide bar when • bar is bent or cracked • inside groove of bar is badly worn Note: When replacing guide bar, see Replacement Parts and Accessories, page 21, for proper bar. SHARPENING SAW CHAIN WARNING: Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing. Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain. WARNING: Cutting edges on chain are sharp. Use protective glov

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