Not for Reproduction Chainsaw Assembly and Owner’S Manual
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Not for Reproduction Chainsaw Assembly and Owner’s Manual WARNING! Read this manual before operating your chainsaw IMPORTANT NOTES Please read the following Thank you for purchasing this chainsaw. Pride is taken in the quality and performance of this machine. This instruction manual will aid in the assembly, safe operation and maintenance of your chainsaw. Please read the following warnings to ensure safety and the long life of your product. A chainsaw is a dangerous product in the hands of an untrained, or careless operator. It is strongly recommended that the operator undertakes suitable training in the safe use of chain saws prior to using this product. General safety regulations Warning! This chainsaw Always switch off the machine is for use by trained and pull off the spark plug operators only. See boot instruction handbook. Read the directions Read the directions before for use before carrying out any maintenance operating the machine. work. Wear safety goggles, Caution ! kick-back may a helmet and ear occur. protection. Wear sturdy, nonslip steel Aways use two hands when cap safety boots. operating the chainsaw. Tool continues to run some Wear safety gloves. seconds after switching off engine. Protect the machine from CAUTION: Hot machine parts. rain and damp.Not for Keep your distance. Be careful of objects Chain oil fill/oil pump. being thrown out!ReproductionRequires chain and bar oil. Keep all bystanders at Chain Brake least 20M from machine when operating Fuel and oil mixture Carburettor Adjustment - H High Speed Mixture 6 Carburettor Adjustment - Primer L Low Speed Mixture Carburettor Adjustment - Emergency Stop T Idle Speed 2 This instruction manual has been written in accordance with standard EN ISO 11681-2:2008 chapter 6 - Instruction handbook requirements. IMPORTANT NOTES Table of Contents Features & Definitions 4 Safety & Handling Safety Features 6 Personal Protective Equipment 7 Safety Instructions 8 Risk Management 10 Develop a Professional Attitude 11 Hazards 12 Assembly Procedures Fitting Bar & Chain 12 Fitting the Bar Cover 13 Operating Instructions Before Starting 14 Fuel & Oil 14 Chain Lubrication 15 Quick Start Guide 16 Starting Techniques 17 Stopping Instructions 18 Cutting Techniques 18 Maintenance & Care Air Filter 20 Spark plug 20 Sharpening Chain 21 Not for Bar Maintenance 23 Sprocket Replacement 24 Carburettor Adjustment 25 ReproductionLubrication Flow Adjustment 26 Storage 27 Maintenance Chart 27 Troubleshooting 28 NOTE – WARRANTY DETAILS ARE NOT WRITTEN WITHIN THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL. REFER TO OTHER DOCUMENTS SUPPLIED WITH THIS MACHINE FOR WARRANTY DETAILS. THE WARRANTY DOCUMENTS MAY INCLUDE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS THAT ARE SPECIFIC TO EACH MODEL THAT ARE NOT WRITTEN WITHIN THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL. 3 3 FEATURES DEFINITIONS FeatureMachine Definitions Layout & Supplied Items 1 Starter handle 2 Presence control trigger+ 3 Anti vibration system (not shown)+ 4 Throttle trigger 5 Rear handle / Rear handle guard+ 6 Choke lever 7 Air filter cover 8 Chain cover assembly 9 Chain catcher+ 10 Chain tension ratchet 11 Chain brake guard+ 12 Front handle 13 Muffler 14 Bar lubrication oil cap 15 Fuel cap 16 Spiked bumper 17 Guide Bar 18 Chain 19 Primer 20 ON/OFF switch+ 21 Bar coverNot with brushfor+ 22 Plug spanner 23 Carburettor adjustmentReproduction screws 24 Instruction manual (Not shown) 25 Fuel level viewer Do not operate the chainsaw before reading all safety, assembly & operating sections of the manual. *Specification may change without notice 4 +Chainsaw safety feature FEATURES DEFINITIONS FeatureChainsaw Definitions Parts Description 11 12 1 6 4 27 13 14 1525 5 23 22 8 10 9 19 Not for 16 17 18 Reproduction 20 21 15 22 5 Chainsaw Safety Features Safety Instructions Do not operate the chainsaw before reading the entire chainsaw Instruction manual. The operator must check that all safety features are fitted correctly & in good working condition before operating the chainsaw. Chain brake • Designed to stop the chain in the event of kick-back and must be used when starting the product & during transportation. Reduced Kick-back Chain & Guide Bar • These bar & chain combinations have been designed to ease chain cutter movement over the guide bar nose & reduce the amount of contact area on the front nose, thereby reducing the kickback reaction. The best method to reduce kickback is through the correct use of the chainsaw by the user. Chain Catcher • This is a device to intercept a broken or derailed chain & deflect it under the bar cover housing. The chain catcher should be replaced once damaged, usually after 1 use of the safety mechanism. Anti Vibration • The anti-vibration system is designed to absorb vibration created by the engine & chain operation. It is made up of several springs & rubber mounts. Excessive vibration can cause nerve & circulation damage. VICTA recommends the additional use of anti-vibration gloves to further increaseNot the reductionfor of vibration. Handle Guards • Designed to protect both hands.Reproduction The chain brake guard protects the left hand & also serves to activate the chain brake. The rear handle guard protects the right hand while cutting but also in the event a chain breaks or derails. Ignition Switch • Located within reach of the rear hand, it is designed to stop the product quickly in the case of an emergency. Presence Control Trigger • Fitted to the top of the rear handle, this prevents the accidental engagement of the throttle. The throttle can only be activated after the presence control trigger is activated. Chain & Bar Cover • When the product is not in use, during storage & transportation the bar cover MUST be fitted to the product. Refer to page 5 for location of the safety features. 6 SafetyPersonal Instructions Protective Equipment Fig 1 All personal protective equipment (PPE) must conform to the relevant standards in your region. The operator must check that all personal protective equipment (PPE) is fitted correctly, in safe working order & conforms with the relevant standards in your region. All mandatory personal protective equipment must be worn at all times while operating the equipment. It is recommended using all the personal protective equipment shown in Fig 1. Safety Helmet • Must be replaced if cracked, damaged or past expiry date. Avoid damage caused by attaching stickers, storing in direct sunlight and contact with solvents. A Legionnaire-style flap can be attached to protect the back of the neck. • Safety helmet must always be worn during operation. Hearing Protection • Either ear plugs or ear muffs. Be aware the ear plugs and some cheap ear muffs may not provide sufficent protection when using larger saws. Check with your dealer for correct level of protection required for your saw. • Hearing protection must always be worn during operation of the chainsaw. Eye & Face Protection • Preferably non-scratch and non-fogging. Can be either clear / mesh visor & glasses to be worn underneath face shield. • Eye protection must always be worn during operation & maintenance of the chainsaw. High Visibility Vest / Shirt • Some vests are also availableNot with cut forresistant fabric for added protection. • Recommended that high visibility be worn during operation & transportation of chainsaw. Cut Resistant Gloves Reproduction • Should be a snug fit and of a hard wearing, protective fabric. Some gloves have a gel which helps reduce vibration. • Recommended that gloves be worn during operation & maintenance of the chainsaw. Cut Resistant Leg Protection • The cut resistant layers cannot be repaired and the garment should be replaced if it has been cut. The effectiveness of the cut resistant layers maybe reduced overtime by the absorption of oil when used regularly. • Although not mandatory its is highly recommended to use "chaps" cut resistant leg protection during operation of the chainsaw. Steel Capped Safety Boots • Should be non-slip & lace-up for better ankle support. Some safety boots have cut resistant material within the boot. • Safety boots must be worn during operation, maintanence & transportation of the chainsaw. 7 Safety Instructions Do not operate the chainsaw before reading all safety, assembly & operating sections of the manual. Operator Safety • Always wear the necessary safety equipment, as listed on page (7), in Personal Protective Equipment. • Do not wear loose clothing, jewellery, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. • Do not operate the unit if you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. • Ensure you have a safe & professional attitude towards the chainsaw operation & the job at hand. • Ensure adequate hazard & risk management has been performed. • If unsure of the correct chainsaw operation, do NOT operate, seek training on safe operation of the chainsaw by a trained professional or an accredited training provider. Unit Safety • Inspect the entire unit and cutting head before each use to ensure it is in safe working condition. • Inspect chain & bar tension before operating the unit. • Ensure that all guards are properly attached & in safe working condition. • Do not use the unit if it is running erratically. Have it serviced promptly. • Keep handles free of oil and fuel. • Learn how to stop the engine quickly in an emergency. • Stop the engine when the unit is unattended, even for a moment. • Never allow childrenNot or unauthorised for persons to operate the unit. • Do not leave the unit on dry cuttings when it is Hot, as a risk of fire is present. • Do not cover muffler or restrictReproduction airflow to muffler. Fuel Safety • Use a container approved for fuel and a funnel to avoid spillage. • Mix and pour fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. • Frequently check for fuel leaks and clean carbon deposits from the muffler at exhaust outlet. • Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel, or near the unit, or while using the unit. • Add fuel before starting the unit. • Never remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is running or hot, allow to cool before refuelling.