STIHL has developed a chain stopping system designed
to reduce the risk of injury
in
a kickback situation. The
device
is
called a Quickstop. The Quickstop is available
on
many STIHL saws. These devices do not preventkickback,
but will stop the chain
in
kickback situations if the
operator's left hand
is
in
position to activate the Quickstop.
When a kickback occurs, the bar of the saw rotates up and
around the front handle. The left hand, when properly
gripping the front handle engages the Quickstop lever. This
activates the Quickstop and stops the chain (see
illustration).
However, even if your saw has a "Quickstop", it does not
guarantee that you will not
be
injured by a
"kickback"
and,
therefore, you should observe all of the precautions to
prevent kickback discussed previously.
Transporting your chain saw
By Vehicle: When transporting
in
a vehicle, keep bar and
chain covered with a scabbard. Properly secure your saw
to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage the saw.
By Hand: When carrying your
sa!/! by hand, the engine
must be stopped, and the saw must be
in
the proper
position. Grip the front handle and place the muffler at the
side away from the body. The scabbard should be over the
cutting attachment. When carrying your saw up-grade, the
bar should be behind you. When carrying it down-grade,
place the bar
in
front of you,
so
you won't slip and fall onto
the saw.
Warning!
Carrying a chain saw with the engine running
is
extremely
dangerous. Accidently acceleration of the engine can
cause the chain to rotate.
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