7. Cleaning, maintenance, storage and
ordering of spare parts
Disconnect the spark plug boot before doing any
cleaning and maintenance work!
7.1 Cleaning
n Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor
housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible.
Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it
with compressed air at low pressure.
n We recommend that you clean the device
immediately each time you have finished using it.
n Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth
and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents
or solvents; these could attack the plastic parts
of the equipment. Ensure that no water can seep
into the device.
7.2 Maintenance
Warning: All maintenance work on the chainsaw
apart from the work described in this manual may only
be carried out by authorized after-sales service
personnel.
7.2.1 Chain brake operational test
Test the chain brake periodically to ensure proper
function.
Perform a chain brake test prior to initial cutting,
following extensive cutting, and definitely following
any Chain brake service.
Test chain brake as follows (Fig. 10) :
1. Place saw on a clear, firm, flat surface.
2. Start engine.
3. Grasp the rear handle (A) with your right hand.
4. With your left hand, hold the front handle (B) [not
chain brake lever (C)] firmly.
5. Squeeze the throttle trigger to 1/3 throttle, then
immediately activate the chain brake lever (C).
Warning: Activate the chain brake slowly and
deliberately. Keep the chain from touching anything;
don’t let the saw tip forward.
6. Chain should stop abruptly. When it does,
immediately release the throttle trigger.
Warning: If chain does not stop, turn engine off
and take your unit to the nearest Talon Authorized
Service Center for service.
7. If chain brake functions properly, turn the engine
off and return the chain brake to the
DISENGAGED position.
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