Stihl GS 461 Rock Boss174 Product Instruction Manual - Page 9

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WARNING Proper tension of the chain is extremely important. In order to avoid improper setting, the tensioning procedure must be followed as described in your manual. Always make sure the hexagonal nut(s) for the sprocket cover is (are) tightened securely after tensioning the chain in order to secure the bar. Never start the concrete cutter with the sprocket cover loose. Check chain tension once more after having tightened the nut(s) and thereafter at regular intervals (whenever the concrete cutter is shut off). If the chain becomes loose while cutting, shut off the engine and then tighten the chain. Never try to adjust the chain while the engine is running! Keep the handles clean and dry; it is particularly important to keep them free of oil, fuel mix and grease in order for you to maintain a firm grip and properly control your power tool. Start and operate your concrete cutter without assistance. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of the instruction manual. Before starting, open the water shut-off valve completely and ensure a supply of water to the diamond abrasive chain - do not allow diamond abrasive chain to run dry. See chapter entitled "Sample applications." WARNING Proper starting methods reduce the risk of injury. Do not drop start. This method is very dangerous because you may lose control of the concrete cutter. There are two recommended methods for starting your concrete cutter. English or other solid surface in an open area. Maintain good balance and secure footing. Grip the front handlebar of the concrete cutter firmly with your left hand and press down. Put the toe of your right foot into the rear handle and press down. With your right hand pull out the starter grip slowly until you feel a definite resistance and then give it a brisk, strong pull. 2411BA022 KN 0001BA021 KN WARNING Check that the spark plug boot is securely mounted on the spark plug - a loose boot may cause arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. Starting WARNING To reduce the risk of fire and burn injuries, start the engine at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot, outdoors only. With the first recommended method, the concrete cutter is started on the ground. Place the concrete cutter on firm ground The second recommended method for starting your concrete cutter allows you to start the concrete cutter without placing it on the ground. Grip the front handle of the concrete cutter firmly with your left hand. Keep your left arm on the front handle in a locked (straight) position. Hold the rear handle of the concrete cutter tightly between your legs just above the knees. Maintain good balance and secure footing. Pull the GS 461 7

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GS 461
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7
WARNING
Proper tension of the chain is extremely
important. In order to avoid improper
setting, the tensioning procedure must
be followed as described in your
manual. Always make sure the
hexagonal nut(s) for the sprocket cover
is (are) tightened securely after
tensioning the chain in order to secure
the bar. Never start the concrete cutter
with the sprocket cover loose. Check
chain tension once more after having
tightened the nut(s) and thereafter at
regular intervals (whenever the concrete
cutter is shut off). If the chain becomes
loose while cutting, shut off the engine
and then tighten the chain. Never try to
adjust the chain while the engine is
running!
Keep the handles clean and dry; it is
particularly important to keep them free
of oil, fuel mix and grease in order for
you to maintain a firm grip and properly
control your power tool.
WARNING
Check that the spark plug boot is
securely mounted on the spark plug – a
loose boot may cause arcing that could
ignite combustible fumes and cause a
fire.
Starting
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire and burn
injuries, start the engine at least 10 feet
(3 m) from the fueling spot, outdoors
only.
Start and operate your concrete cutter
without assistance. For specific starting
instructions, see the appropriate section
of the instruction manual.
Before starting, open the water shut-off
valve completely and ensure a supply of
water to the diamond abrasive chain –
do not allow diamond abrasive chain to
run dry. See chapter entitled "Sample
applications."
WARNING
Proper starting methods reduce the risk
of injury.
Do not drop start. This method is very
dangerous because you may lose
control of the concrete cutter.
There are two recommended methods
for starting your concrete cutter.
With the
first
recommended
method
, the
concrete cutter is started on the ground.
Place the concrete cutter on firm ground
or other solid surface in an open area.
Maintain good balance and secure
footing.
Grip the front handlebar of the concrete
cutter firmly with your left hand and
press down. Put the toe of your right foot
into the rear handle and press down.
With your right hand pull out the starter
grip slowly until you feel a definite
resistance and then give it a brisk,
strong pull.
The
second
recommended
method
for
starting your concrete cutter allows you
to start the concrete cutter without
placing it on the ground. Grip the front
handle of the concrete cutter firmly with
your left hand. Keep your left arm on the
front handle in a locked (straight)
position. Hold the rear handle of the
concrete cutter tightly between your legs
just above the knees. Maintain good
balance and secure footing. Pull the
2411BA022 KN
0001BA021 KN