Echo QV-8000 Instruction Manual - page 12

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QV-8000 TYPE1-E

OPERATION (Pre-Ventilation Procedures)

Start/Run

Ignition switch

Lock chain brake

Starter handle

Unlock chain brake

When the engine is hard to start

   CAUTION

Make sure the bar and chain are free from

any obstruction when starting the chain saw.

   CAUTION

1. When using throttle latch for starting, keep

the brake in lock position.

2. After starting the engine, squeeze throttle

trigger slightly to release throttle latch and

pull front hand guard towards the operator

immediately.

(Chain brake unlocked position)

3. Do not increase engine speed while chain

brake is locked.

4. Use the chain brake only in starting or in

emergencies.

5. Never use throttle latch for cutting.

Use it only when starting the engine.

• Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain

brake before starting.

• Press throttle trigger lockout down while

grasping throttle trigger and push in throttle latch.

• Move ignition switch to “RUN” position.

• Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull

starter handle.

• When engine starts, immediately squeeze throttle

trigger, to release throttle latch, and pull front hand

guard towards the operator immediately. (Chain

brake unlocked position)

Throttle trigger lockout

Push

Throttle latch

Throttle trigger