Echo CS-352 - Manual (Page 6)

6 CS-352
AUTOMATIC CHAIN BRAKE
Kickback produced from the tip of the guide bar will trip
the automatic chain brake. To make sure that the auto-
matic chain brake operates properly, follow these steps:
1.
Stop the engine.
2. Hold the saw with the guide bar approximately 55 cm
(22 in.) above a wooden surface. Right hand should
hold the rear handle, and left hand should hold the
front handle.
3. Release the front handle and drop the end of the guide
bar against the wooden surface.
4. The impact should lock the chain brake.
IMPORTANT
When checking the operation of the automatic chain
brake, use a soft surface substance like wood to
provide the impact so the chain is not damaged.
Other Safety Precautions
1. Do not operate a chain saw with one hand! Serious
injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders, or any
combination of these persons may result from one-
handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-
handed use.
2. Do not operate a chain saw when you are fatigued.
3. Use safety footwear, snug-fitting clothing and
protective gloves. Wear eye, hearing, and head
protection devices.
4. Use caution when handling fuel. Move the chain saw
at least 3 m (10 feet) from the fueling point before
starting the engine.
5. Do not allow other persons to be near the chain saw
when starting or cutting with the chain saw. Keep
bystanders and animals out of the work area.
6. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area,
secure footing, and a planned retreat path from the
falling tree.
7. Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain
when the engine is running.
8. Before you start the engine, make sure that the saw
chain is not contacting anything.
9. Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the
guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muffler
away from your body. When carrying a chain saw
with the engine running, push the front hand guard
forward to engage the chain brake.
10. Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged,
improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely
assembled. Be sure that the saw chain stops moving
when the throttle control trigger is released.
11. Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw
down.
End of the guide bar may be placed at the
height of about 55 cm (22 in.).
55 cm
(22 in.)
Rear handle should be gripped lightly with the
right hand.