User manual MCCULLOCH MCC4516FC

[. . . ] READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using an electric chain saw, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following. With proper operation and maintenance, it will provide you with years of service. In order to make the best use of your investment, be CERTAIN to familiarize yourself with the contents of the ENTIRE user manual before attempting to operate and maintain your unit. Be sure to carefully follow the step-by-step instructions in this manual to start, operate and maintain your new product. [. . . ] The CHAIN BRAKE® is disengaged (chain can move) when the brake is pulled back and locked. The CHAIN BRAKE® is engaged (chain cannot move) when the brake is in forward position (Figure 4-4B). nOTE: The motor will not start if the CHAIN BRAKE® is in the engaged position. The CHAIN BRAKE® should not be used for starting and stopping the saw during normal operation. Ensure the extension cord is of the proper size and type for your saw. 4-1B) is built into the rear handle that prevents the extension cord from pulling out of the handle. To use this feature, simply double the extension cord, about a foot from the end, and insert it through the hole at the end of the handle. Plug the receptacle end of the extension cord into the tool's power supply cord. Make sure the extension cord does not come in contact with the guide bar and saw chain. Grip the saw with both hands, left hand holding the front handle (DO NOT HOLD CHAIN BRAKE ®) and the right hand holding the rear handle. NOTE: It is not necessary to maintain pressure on the LOCK/OFF button once the trigger is squeezed and the motor is running. A loose chain can jump off the bar while you are cutting, as well as wear the bar and chain. Either situation, chain too loose or too tight, could cause serious personal injury. The Hand Guard protects your left hand in the event it slips off the front handle. The CHAIN BRAKE® is a safety feature which is activated if pressure is applied against the guard or when, in the event of kickback, the operator's hand strikes the lever. When the CHAIN BRAKE® is activated, chain movement abruptly stops and the power supply to the motor is immediately cut off. the purpose of the CHAIN BRAKE® is to reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback. The CHAIN BRAKE® cannot, however, provide the measure of intended protection if the saw is carelessly operated. Before cutting with your saw, the CHAIN BRAKE® should be tested as follows: A. Place the saw on a firm, flat, dry surface that is clear of any debris. Grasp the front handle (not the CHAIN BRAKE®/Hand Guard Lever) with your left hand. While the motor is running, activate the CHAIN BRAKE® by rolling your left hand forward against the lever. [. . . ] When it is no longer possible to obtain correct chain tension adjustment, a link will have to be removed to shorten the chain. See your nearest Authorized Service Center to have this repair performed. There may be other quality equivalent replacement components for achieving kickback protection. DURATION The duration of the warranty for this McCulloch product is as follows: TWO (2) YEARS from date of original purchase only when used for personal, family, household, farm or ranch, purposes, provided the unit is not used for rental purposes; NINETY (90) DAYS from date of original purchase when used for commercial, professional, institutional or rental purposes. [. . . ]