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English / USA
Chainsaw Safety Manual
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1 Twist Lock
Lock for carburetor box cover.
2 Carburetor Adjusting Screws
For fine tuning the carburetor.
3Fuel Pump
Fills carburetor with fuel to simplify
starting.
4 Decompression Valve
Releases compression pressure to
make starting easier.
5 Chain Brake
A device to stop the rotation of the
chain if activated in a kickback
situation by the operator's hand or
by inertia.
6 Muffler
Reduces engine exhaust noise and
directs the exhaust gases.
7 Chain Sprocket
The toothed wheel that drives the
saw chain.
8 Chain Sprocket Cover
Covers the clutch and the sprocket.
9 Chain Catcher
Helps to reduce the risk of operator
contact by a chain if it breaks or
comes off the bar.
10 Chain Tensioner
Permits precise adjustment of chain
tension.
11 Chain Tensioner
Permits precise adjustment of chain
tension.
12 Guide Bar
Supports and guides the saw chain.
13 Oilomatic Saw Chain
A loop consisting of cutters, tie
straps and drive links.
14 Adjusting Wheel
Permits precise adjustment of chain
tension.
15 Handle of Wingnut
Must be released to allow chain to
be tensioned with adjusting wheel.
16 Oil Filler Cap
For closing the oil tank.
17 Bumper Spike
Toothed stop for holding saw steady
against wood.
18 Front Hand Guard
Provides protection against
projecting branches and helps
prevent left hand from touching the
chain if it slips off the handlebar. It
also serves as the lever for chain
brake activation.
19 Front Handle (Handlebar)
Handlebar for the left hand at the
front of the saw.
20 Starter Grip
The grip of the starter, for starting
the engine.
21 Spark Plug Boot
Connects the spark plug with the
ignition wire.
22 Master Control Lever
Lever for choke control, starting
throttle, run and stop positions.
23 Fuel Filler Cap
For closing the fuel tank.
24 Throttle Trigger
Controls the speed of the engine.
25 Throttle Trigger Interlock
Must be depressed before the
throttle trigger can be activated.
