Efco 147 Instruction Manual download pdf (Page 24)

OPERATION

Chain Brake Operation

Refer to Safety-Chain Brake Section before use.

The chain brake Run Position (A, Fig. 53) and Brake Position

(B) are illustrated below.

The chain brake operating condition should be checked prior to

each use as follows:

1. Start the engine and grasp front and rear handles securely with

both hands.

2. Pull the throttle trigger to bring the chain saw up to full speed.

Using the back of your left hand, engage the chain brake by

pushing the chain brake lever / hand guard toward the bar while

the chain is rotating rapidly, see Fig, 54.

3. The chain brake should engage and stop the chain immedia-

tely, if not, take the saw to a Servicing Dealer for repair and

discontinue use until the repair is made.

4. Reset the chain brake back into the run position by grasping the

guide bar side (right side from operator's position) of the chain

brake lever / hand guard and pull toward the front handle until

an audible click is heard. See Fig, 55.

WARNING: If chain brake does not stop the chain

immediately, take the saw to a Servicing Dealer for

repair prior to use.

WARNING: An improperly maintained chain brake

may increase the time needed to stop the chain after

activation, or may not activate at all.

Tree Felling

Unusual Hazardous Tree Felling Conditions

WARNING: Do not fell trees during periods of high

wind or heavy precipitation.

WARNING: Never cut, when visibility is poor or in

very high or low temperatures or in freezing weather.

WARNING: Do not cut trees that have an extreme

lean or hollow trunks rotten limbs or loose bark.

Proper notching and back cutting cannot be

performed on trees with extreme lean or hollow

trunks. Have these trees dragged down with heavy

equipment.

WARNING: Do not cut trees near electrical wires or

buildings. If the tree makes contact with any utility

line, the utility company should be notified immediately.

WARNING: Check the tree for damaged or dead

branches that could fall and hit you during felling.

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