OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL #100642 CHAInsaW REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE at championpowerequipment.com or visit championpowerequipment.com READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL. This manual contains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. This manual should remain with the product. Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. REV 20210527 Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA 100642 - CHAInsaW TABle OF Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance ................................................ 22 Maintenance Schedule ........................................... 22 ................................................... Introduction 3 Adding Bar and Chain Oil ........................................ 22 Safety Definitions .......................................... 3 Adjusting the Bar And Chain Oil Flow ........................... 23 Adjusting the Chain Tension ..................................... 23 Important Safety Instructions ....................... 4 Removing and Installing the Guide Bar and Saw Chain......... 24 Fuel Safety .........................................................4 Maintaining the Saw Chain ...................................... 26 While Operating ....................................................4 Sharpening the Saw Chain ....................................... 26 Kickback Safety ....................................................6 Maintaining the Guide Bar ....................................... 27 Other Safety Warnings .............................................7 Lubricating the Guide Bar Sprocket Tip ......................... 27 Safety Labels .......................................................8 Replacing the Guide Bar and Saw Chain ........................ 28 Safety Symbols .....................................................9 Maintaining the Air Filter ......................................... 28 Quickstart Label Symbols........................................ 10 Adjusting the Idle Speed ......................................... 29 Controls and Features ................................. 11 Maintaining the Spark Plug ...................................... 29 Chainsaw ......................................................... 11 Cleaning .......................................................... 30 Safety Features .................................................. 12 Storage ........................................................ 30 Assembly ..................................................... 13 Long-term Storage (30 days or more) ........................... 31 Adding Bar and Chain Oil: Initial Use ............................ 13 Preparing the Chainsaw for Use after Long-term Storage ..... 31 Adjusting the Chain Tension: Initial Use ......................... 13 Specifications .............................................. 32 Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions ................................. 13 Chainsaw Specifications ......................................... 32 Operation ..................................................... 14 Replacement Parts ............................................... 32 Starting and Stopping ............................................ 14 Troubleshooting ........................................... 33 Tips for Best Results ............................................. 16 Preparing the Work Area ......................................... 16 Holding the Chainsaw ............................................ 17 Wedges and Recommended Tools ............................... 17 Cutting Procedure Basics ........................................ 18 Felling: Safety .................................................... 18 Felling: Procedure ................................................ 18 Limbing ........................................................... 20 Bucking: Safety .................................................. 20 Bucking: Procedure .............................................. 20 Pruning ........................................................... 21 2 100642 - CHAInsaW IntroductION INTRODUCTION SAFETY DEFINITIONS Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to (CPE) product. CPE designs, builds, and supports all of our possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, products to strict specifications and guidelines. With proper deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety product knowledge, safe use, and regular maintenance, this warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. product should bring years of satisfying service. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and proper accident prevention measures. completeness of the information in this manual at the time of publication, and we reserve the right to change, alter and/or DANGER improve the product and this document at any time without prior DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, notice. will result in death or serious injury. Since CPE highly values how our products are designed, manufactured, operated and are serviced, and also highly value WARNING your safety and the safety of others, we would like you to take the time to review this product manual and other product materials WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not thoroughly and be fully aware and knowledgeable of the assembly, avoided, could result in death or serious injury. operation, dangers and maintenance of the product before use. Fully familiarize yourself, and make sure others who plan on operating the product fully familiarize themselves too, with the CAUTION proper safety and operation procedures before each use. Please CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, always exercise common sense and always err on the side could result in minor or moderate injury. of caution when operating the product to ensure no accident, property damage, or injury occurs. We want you to continue to use and be satisfied with your CPE product for years to come. NOTICE When contacting CPE about parts and/or service, you will need to NOTICE indicates information considered important, but not supply the complete model and serial numbers of your product. hazard-related (e.g., messages relating to property damaged). Transcribe the information found on your product’s nameplate label to the table below CPE TecHNICAL Support TEAM 1-877-338-0999 MODEL NUMBER 100642 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE PURCHASE LOCATION 3 100642 - CHAInsaW Important SAFety InstructIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Fuel Safety Read all instructions before operating. DANGER WARNING GASOLINE AND GASOLINE VAPORS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE. When using the chainsaw, all safety rules must be followed. Always read these instructions before operating the chainsaw Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders. Always keep these instructions for later use. Gasoline and gasoline vapors: – Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. – Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the chainsaw. Know how to stop the – Gasoline can cause a fire or explosion if ignited. chainsaw and disengage the controls quickly. – Gasoline is a liquid fuel but it’s vapors can ignite. – Never operate this chainsaw when tired, ill or under the – Gasoline is a skin irritant and needs to be cleaned up influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. immediately if spilled on skin or clothes. – Never allow children to operate the chainsaw. Never operate – Gasoline has a distinctive odor, this will help detect potential the chainsaw without proper instruction. leaks quickly. – All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly – Gasoline expands or contracts with ambient temperatures. before operating the chainsaw. Never fill the gasoline tank to full capacity, as gasoline needs – Always inspect the chainsaw before use. Replace damaged room to expand when temperatures rise. parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in – Store gasoline only in fuel containers specifically designed and place and secure. Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or approved for the storage of gasoline. damaged. – Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the – Do not operate the chainsaw with loose or damaged parts. fuel tank. Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel when the – Always be aware of risk of injury to the head, hands and feet. engine is hot. Always loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the fuel tank before fueling. – Carefully inspect the area before starting the chainsaw. Remove rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string and other – Always mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor objects that may be thrown or become entangled with the area where there are no sparks or flames. DO NOT smoke. chainsaw. – Never operate the chainsaw without the fuel cap securely in – Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets; keep them place. outside a 50 ft. (15m) radius, at a minimum. Even then, they – Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Wipe up any are still at risk from thrown objects and falling branches. spilled fuel from the chainsaw immediately, before starting the Encourage bystanders to wear eye