Computed
kickback angle (CKA) Table
MODEL
P/N I e' thl
PP462OAVX
952044815
I
20"
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NOTE:
If this saw is to be used for commer-
cial logging,
a chain
brake is required and
shall not be removed
or otherwise
disabled
to compiy
with Federal
OSHA
Regulations
for Commercial
Logging.
SAFETY
NOTICE:
Exposure to vibrations
through
prolonged
use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage
in the fingers,
hands, and joints of
people
prone
to
circulation
disorders
or
abnormal
swellings.
Prolonged
use
in cold
weather
has
been
linked
to blood
vessel
damage
in
otherwise
healthy
people.
If
symptoms
occur
such
as numbness,
pain,
loss of strength, change in skin color or texture,
or toss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue
the use
of this tool
and seek
medical
attention.
An anti-vibration
system
does not guarantee
the avoidance
of these
problems.
Users who operate power tools on
a continuai
and regular
basis must monitor
closely
their
physical
condition
and
the
condition of this tool
SPECIAL
NOTICE:
Your saw is equipped
with a temperature
limiting muffler and spark
arresting
screen
which
meets
the
requirements
of California
Codes 4442 and
OHAIN P/N
CKA without
chain
brake
952051310
31 °
4443.
All U.S. forest land and the states of
California,
Idaho,
Maine,
Minnesota,
New
Jersey, Oregon,
and Washington
require by
law that many internal
combustion
engines
to be equipped
with a spark arresting screen.
if you operate a chain saw in a state or Iocale
where such regulations
exist, you are legally
responsible
for maintaining
the operating
condition
of these parts.
Failure to do so is
a violation of the law. Refer to the SERVICE
section
for
maintenance
of
the
spark
arresting
screen.
Failure to follow ail Safety Rules and Precau-
tions can result in serious
injury. If situations
occur which are not covered
in this manual,
use care and good judgement,
if you need
assistance,
contact your authorized
service
dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.
STANDARDS:
This saw is listed by Under-
writer's Laboratories.
inc. in accordance
with:
ANSI
B175.1-2000
American
National
Standards
for
Gasoline-Powered
Chain
Saws - Safety Requirements
CSA
Z62.1=1995
Chain
Saws
- Occupa-
tional Health and Safety
CSA Z62.3-1996
Chain Saw Kickback
Oc-
cupational
Health and Safety
Protective
gloves
(not provided)
should
be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING
THE
BUMPER
SPIKE
(If not already
attached)
The bumper
spike may be used as a pivot
when making a cut.
1.
Loosen and remove bar knob completely
by liffing lever and turning counterclock-
wise.
2.
Remove clutch
cover.
3.
Attach
the bumper
spike with
the two
screws
as illustrated.
ATTACHING
TH E BAR & CHAIN
(if not
already
attached)
_
WARNING:
If received
assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure
your saw is prop-
edy assembled
and all fasteners
are secure.
Always
wear
gloves
when
handling
the
chain.
The chain is sharp and can cut you
even when it is not moving!
1. Loosen and remove bar knob completely
by lifting lever and turning counterclock-
wise.
2.
Remove
clutch cover. Remove the plas-
tic shipping
spacer (if present).
3.
Slide guide bar on bar bolts
until guide
bar stops against
clutch drum sprocket.
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