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OPERATION
PREPARATION
Before each use, check the following items to ensure safe operation.
CHAINSAW: Before beginning work, inspect the chainsaw for damage to the housing, the saw chain and the guide
bar. Never use an obviously damaged machine.
CHAIN OIL: Check the fill level of the oil tank. Also check whether there is sufficient oil available while working. In
order to prevent damage to the chainsaw, never operate the saw if there is no oil, or if the oil level has dropped
below the minimum oil level mark. On average, one tank of oil is sufficient for approximately 10 minutes of cutting
operation (depending on the duration of pauses, chain sharpness, wood species, etc.).
SAW CHAIN: Check the tension of the chain and the condition of the cutting links. The sharper the saw chain is,
the easier and more manageable operations will be. The same applies to chain tension. Check the tension every 10
minutes of operation to maximize safety. New saw chains in particular are subject to changes due to the heat created
by operation. Never allow the saw chain to contact dirt or soil.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Make absolutely sure to wear the appropriate close-fitting protective clothing such as
protective pants, gloves and safety shoes. Wear a safety helmet with integrated hearing protection and a face guard
to provide protection against falling and recoiling branches.
SAFETY WARNINGS
1. In order to maximize safety, do not operate the saw above shoulder height; pole saws are more suitable for that
type of work. Your friends at WEN Products offer several pole saw models, available for purchase at
wenproducts.com.
2. Never stand below a branch that is being sawed.
3. Exercise caution when sawing branches under tension or branches that are splintering.
4. Make sure to safeguard against the risk of injury from falling branches and flying wood projectiles.
5. If the machine is operating, keep people and animals away from the area.
6. The machine is not protected against electric shock when coming into contact with high-voltage lines. Maintain a
minimum clearance of 30 feet from current-carrying power lines to avoid life-threatening electric shock.
7. When working on an incline, always stand above or to the side of the branch being sawed.
8. Allow the chain to cut for you. Keep the saw running at full speed for the entire duration of the cut.
USING THE CABLE STRAIN RELIEF NOTCH
The notch underneath the trigger switch helps to wrangle an
extension cord to ensure that the saw does not become un-
plugged during operation (Fig. 8). To use this notch:
1. Double the extension cord and loop it around the notch.
2. Gently pull on the cord to make sure that it is secure.
3. Plug the end of the chain saw’s power cord into the end of
the extension cord.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS
OPERATION
WARNING! It is recommended that first-time chainsaw users should practice cutting logs on a saw-horse
or cradle.
Fig. 8
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