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• Keep the tree between you and the
chain.
• Remove larger, supporting branches
with the 1/3,2/'3cutting techniques de-
scribed in the bucking section.
• Always use an overcut to cut small
and freely hanging limbs. Undercutting
could cause limbs to fall and pinch the
SaW.
PRUNING
_iLWARNING: Limit pruning to limbs
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
branches are higher than your shoul-
der. Get a professional to do the job.
• Make your first cut t/3 of the way
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
through the bottom of the limb.
• Next make a second cut all the way
through the limb.
• Finish the pruning operation by using
an overcut so that the stump of the
timb protrudes 1 to 2 inches from the
trunk of the tree.
Second cut
/
1/3 of way
_/'f_ 3rd cut t to 2infrom trunk of tree
Fitt in dates as you complete
regular service
Check for damaged/worn parts
Check for loose fasteners/parts
Check chain tension
Check chain sharpness
Check guide bar
Clean unit & labels
Clean air filter
Clean/inspect spark arrestor
screen & inspect muffler
Replace spark plug
Replace air filter
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To re-
ceive fult value from the warranty, the
operator must maintain unit as instruct-
ed in this manual. Various adjustments
witt need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug,
air filter element, and check guide
bar and chain for wear. A new spark
plug and air filter element assures
proper air-fuel mixture and helps
your engine run better and last long-
er.
,11_WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
Before
Use
v"
After Every Every
Use 5 hrs, 25 hrs.
Service
Yearly Dates
LUBRICATION
Bar Bar OiI
Sprocket Fill Cap
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Replacement of damaged/worn parts
should be referred to your Sears Ser-
vice Center.
NOTE: tt is normal for a smatl amount
of oil to appear under the saw after en-
gine stops. Do not confuse this with a
leaking oil tank.
• ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by moving
the switch to the STOP position.
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