CacaoBoy
ArboristSite Operative
To release the chain brake on my Stihl MS241 requires that the brake handle be moved back to within about 1/4" of the handlebar. It appears this may be typical of these saws, but it means that the brake cannot be released when the left hand is holding the saw in the normal position on the top of the handlebar, but rather the left hand must be shifted out of the way to the left wrap-around side of the handlebar. This means several extra movements are required as the left hand is shifted out of the way, and then back to the normal operating position. Perhaps of greater concern is the risk of injury every time the saw is juggled without having a firm grip and the brake is off.
On my previous saw the chain brake could be released while the left hand was in position on the top of the handlebar.
Before I tear into the saw I wanted to ask if anyone has adjusted the chain brake so it will release without such a close approach to the handlebar. Or is this not typical, and something that should be fixed under warranty?
On my previous saw the chain brake could be released while the left hand was in position on the top of the handlebar.
Before I tear into the saw I wanted to ask if anyone has adjusted the chain brake so it will release without such a close approach to the handlebar. Or is this not typical, and something that should be fixed under warranty?