Chain brake function
When the lever is pushed forward, chain brake
instantly stops the chain.
Chain brake unlock
When the lever is fully pulled toward the
operator, brake is unlocked.
CHAIN BRAKE OPERATION
• Settheleverintheunlockedpositionbefore
starting to cut.
• Ifthebrakeistrippedbykickbackreaction,the
chain will stop immediately. Release the throttle
to avoid possible damage to the engine or
clutch.
• Donotattempttooperatetheenginewiththe
brake locked.
TESTING THE BRAKE
• Starttheengineonasolidlevelsurfaceandrun
at a fast idle until warm.
• Holdthesawrmlybythehandlesand
accelerate the engine to a fast idle.
• Slowlyoperatethechainbrakeleverwhile
holding the saw firmly on the ground.
When the brake lever trips, the chain should
stop.
Immediately release the throttle trigger.
WARNING
If the chain does not stop immediately, return
the saw to your authorized ECHO dealer for
repair.
NOTICE
•For practice, while cutting a small tree, push
the lever forward to lock the brake.
•Confirm that the brake works properly before
each use.
•If the chain brake is clogged with wood chips,
function of the brake may deteriorate.
Always keep the device clean.
•Do not increase engine revolution while the
chain brake is locked.
•Use the chain brake only in starting or in
emergencies.
•When using throttle latch at starting, keep the
chain brake locked.
And after starting the engine, unlock the brake
immediately.
IMPORTANT
Do not allow the saw to tip forward in order to
avoid damage to the chain.
When the bar nose hits another tree, etc.
Improper thrust cutting
Kickback motion
Kickback motion
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