Efco PTX 2710 Assembly instructions

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OPERATOR’S INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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PTX 2710 (1.65 cu.in)

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To correctly use the pole pruner and prevent accidents, do not start work without
having first carefully read this manual. You will find explanations concerning the
operation of the various parts plus instructions for necessary checks and relative
maintenance.
Note: Illustrations and specifications in this manual may vary according to Country
requirements and are subject to change without notice by the manufacturer.
THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Your operator’s manual is for your protection. READ IT. Keep it in a safe place for
reference. Know what you are doing before you begin assembly of the unit. Proper
preparation and upkeep go hand-in-hand with satisfactory performance of the pole
pruner and safety.
Contact your dealer or the distributor for your area if you do not understand any of the
instructions in this manual.
In addition to the operating instructions, this manual contain paragraphs that require
your special attention.
Such paragraphs are marked with the symbols described below:
Warning: where there is a risk of an accident or personal injury or serious damage to
property.
Caution: where there is a risk of damaging the machine or its individual components.
WARNING - To ensure safe and correct operation of the pole
pruner, this operator's manual should always be kept with or
near the machine. Do not lend or rent your pole pruner without
the operator's instruction manual.
WARNING: Allow only persons who understand this manual to
operate your pole pruner.
INTRODUCTION

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Pole pruner Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SAFETY
Understanding Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
State and Local Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SAFETY RULES
Basic Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fuel Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operation and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Precautions to Reduce Vibration Risk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Maintenance Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ASSEMBLY
Cutting Device Assembling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
OPERATION
Preparing to Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operating Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chain Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Breaking-in the Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Chain Oil System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Preparation for Cutting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Breaking-in the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Stopping the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Working Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Pruning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Assembling the Bar and Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Chain Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Guide Bar Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Carburetor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Fuel Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Air Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Starter Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Spark Plug. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Muffler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Gear Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
TROUBLESHOOTING
Using Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
STORAGE
Storing Pole pruner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
TECHNICAL DATA
PTX 2710. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Pole pruner Components
1. Harness attachment
2. Throttle Trigger
3. Muffler Guard
4. Spark plug
5. Throttle Trigger Lockout
6. On/Off Switch
7. Shaft arm
8. Locking ring nut
9. Cutting implement
10. Guide Bar
11. Chain
12. Guide Bar Adjusting Screw
13. Combination Wrench
14. Starter Handle
15. Fuel Tank Cap
16. Air Filter Cover
17. Choke Lever
18. Oil Tank Cap
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SAFETY
- This symbol indicates Warning, and
Caution.
- Your manual contains special
messages to bring attention to
potential safety concerns, machine
damage as well as helpful operating
and servicing information. PLEASE
READ ALL THE INFORMATION
CAREFULLY TO AVOID INJURY
AND MACHINE DAMAGE.
- Wear eye, hearing and head
protection when operating this
equipment.
- Wear non-slip, heavy-duty
protective gloves when handling.
- Wear safety strong shoes or boots
having skid-proof sole and
anti-piercing insert.
- WARNING! The surface can be
hot!
- Purge bulb.
State and Local Requirements
Your pole pruner is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler, a spark arresting screen in order to
comply with the requirements of SAE Recommended Practice J335 and California Codes 4442 and 4443.
All national forest land and land managed by the states of California, Maine, Washington, Idaho,
Minnesota, New Jersey and Oregon require internal combustion engines to be equipped with a
spark arrester screen by law. Other states and federal agencies are enacting similar regulations. If you
operate a pole pruner in a state or locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for
maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of a law. Spark arrester
maintenance is described in the Maintenance-Spark Arresting Muffler Section of the manual.
Note: When using a pole pruner for logging purposes, refer to Code of Federal Regulations, Parts
1910 and 1928.
WARNING: The ignition system of your unit produces an electromagnetic field of a very
low intensity. This field may interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemaker should consult their physician and the
pacemaker manufacturer before operating this tool.
WARNING: Muffler surfaces are very hot during and after operation of the pole pruner,
keep all body parts away from the muffler. Serious burns may occur if contact is made
with the muffler.
Understanding Safety Labels
- The machineis not electrically
insulated so avoid contact
with high voltage lines. Never
approach the implement at
less than 10 metres from
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SAFETY
WARNING: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand
tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and wrists of
people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or
texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or wrists, discontinue the use of this tool
and seek medical attention.
WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Operate
your pole pruner outdoors only in a well ventilated area.

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SAFETY RULES
Basic Safety Precautions
• Read this manual carefully until you completely understand
and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating
instructions before attempting to use the unit.
• Restrict the use of your pole pruner to adult users who
understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and
operating instructions found in this manual. Minors should
never be allowed to use a pole pruner.
• Do not handle or operate a pole pruner when you are fatigued,
ill, or upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication.
You must be in good physical condition and mentally alert.
Pole pruner work is strenuous. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with your
doctor before operating a pole pruner (Fig. 1). Be more
cautious before rest periods and towards the end of your
shift.
• Keep children, bystanders, and animals a minimum of 35 feet
(10 meters) away from the work area. Do not allow other
people or animals to be near the pole pruner when starting or
operating the pole pruner (Fig. 2).
• Major cases of pole pruner accidents happen when the chain
hits the operator. While working with the pole pruner, always
use safety protective approved clothing. The use of protective
clothing does not eliminate injury risks, but reduces the injury
effects in case of accident. Consult your trusted supplier to
choose equipment in compliance with legislation. The clothing
must be proper and not an obstacle. Wear adherent anti-cut
clothing. Anti-cut jackets (Fig.3), dungarees (Fig.3) and
leggings are ideal. Do not wear clothes, scarves, ties or
bracelets that may get stuck in wood or twigs. Tie up and
protect long hair (example with foulards, cap, helmets, etc.).
Safety shoes or boots having skid-proof sole and
anti-piercing insert (Fig.4). Wear protective helmet (Fig.5)
in places where there can be falling objects. Wear protective
goggles or face screens! Use protections against noises:
for example noise reduction ear guards (Fig.5) or earplugs.
The use of protections for the ear requests much more
attention and caution, because the perception of danger audio
signals (screaming, alarms, etc.) is limited. Wear anti-cut
gloves (Fig.6, page 8).
• Only loan your pole pruner to expert users who are completely
familiar with pole pruner operation and correct use. Give other
users the manual with operating instructions, which they have
to read before using the pole pruner.
• Check the pole pruner each day to ensure that each device,
whether for safety or otherwise, is functional.
• Never use a damaged, modified, or improperly repaired or
assembled pole pruner. Do not remove, damage or deactivate
any of the safety devices. Only use bars of the length indicated
by the manufacturer. Always replace bar, chain, immediately if
it becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.
• Carefully plan your pole pruning operation in advance. Do not
start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing,
and planned retreat path.
• All pole pruner service, other than the operations shown in the
present manual, have to be performed by competent personnel.
• The pole pruner must only be used for cutting wood. It is
unadvisable to cut other types of material.
• It is unadvisable to hitch tools or applications to the P.t.o. that
are not specified by the manufacturer.
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SAFETY RULES
Fuel Handling
WARNING: Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel.
Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel
mix. Do not smoke or bring any fire or flame near the
fuel or the pole pruner (Fig. 7).
•To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with
care. It is highly flammable.
• Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline
(Fig. 8).
• Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
• Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before
refueling.
• Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel
from escaping around the cap.
• Tighten fuel cap securely after refueling. Unit vibration can
cause an improperly tightened fuel cap to loosen or come off
and spill quantities of fuel.
• Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 10 feet (3 m) away from
refueling site before starting engine (Fig. 9).
• Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any
circumstances.
• Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the pole
pruner.
• Store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place.
• Never place the pole pruner in a combustible area such as dry
leaves, straw, paper, etc.
• Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Never take the cap off the tank when the engine is running.
• Never use fuel for cleaning operations.
• Take care not to get fuel on your clothing.
Operation and Safety
WARNING: Always hold the pole pruner with both
hands when the engine is running. Use a firm grip
with thumbs and fingers encircling the pole pruner
handles (Fig. 10).
• Keep all parts of your body away from the pole pruner chain
when the engine is running.
• Always carry the pole pruner with the engine stopped the
guide bar and pole pruner chain to the rear, and the muffler
away from your body. When transporting your pole pruner, use
the appropriate guide bar scabbard (Fig. 11). When transporting
in a vehicle, keep chain and bar covered with the chain guard.
Properly secure your pole pruner to prevent turnover, fuel
spillage and damage to the pole pruner.
• Do not operate a pole pruner with one hand! Serious injury
to the operator, helpers, bystanders, or any combination of
these persons may result from one-handed operation. A pole
pruner is intended for two-handed use.
• Before you start the engine, make sure the pole pruner chain
is not contacting any object. Never try to start the pole pruner
when the guide bar is in a cut.
• Shut off the engine before setting down the pole pruner. Do not
leave the engine running unattended.
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SAFETY RULES
• Only use the pole pruner in well-ventilated places, do not
operate the pole pruner in explosive or flammable atmospheres
or in closed environments (Fig. 12). Beware of carbon
monoxide poisoning.
• Do not operate pole pruner from a ladder or in a tree. Always
cut from a firm-footed and safe position.
• Do not put pressure on the pole pruner at the end of the cut.
Applying pressure can cause you to lose control when the cut
is completed.
• Do not cut near electric cables (Fig. 13).
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture.
• When the pole pruner is running, grip the front handle firmly
with your left hand and the back handle with your right hand
(Fig. 10).
• When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for
springback so you will not be struck when the tension in the
wood fibre is released.
• Take great care when cutting small branches or shrubs which
can block the chain, be thrown back towards you or cause you
to lose your balance.
• Never start up the pole pruner without the chain cover fitted.
• Do not use the pole pruner as a lever for lifting, moving or
splitting objects. Do not lock it over fixed stands..
• Always begin cutting with the engine at full speed .
Maintain Control (Fig. 14-15)
• Keep a good, firm grip on the pole pruner with both hands
when the engine is running and don’t let go. A firm grip will
help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the pole
pruner. Keep your right hand completely around the rear
handle whether you are right handed or left handed. Keep your
left arm straight with the elbow locked.
• Position your left hand on the front handlebar so it is in a straight
line with your right hand on the rear handle when making
bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left hand positions for
any type of cutting.
• Stand with your weight evenly balanced on both feet.
• Stand slightly to the left side of the pole pruner to keep your
body from being in a direct line with the cutting chain.
• Do not overreach. You could be drawn or thrown off balance
and lose control of the pole pruner.
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SAFETY RULES
Precautions to Reduce Vibration Risk
• The pole pruner is provided with anti-vibration (AV) system; never alter or modify it.
• Wear gloves and keep your hands warm.
• Keep the pole pruner chain sharp and the pole pruner, including the AV system, well maintained. A dull chain
will increase cutting time, and pressing a dull chain through wood will increase the vibrations transmitted
to your hands.
• Maintain a firm grip at all times, but do not squeeze the handles with constant, excessive pressures, take
frequent breaks. All the above mentioned precautions do not guarantee that you will not sustain
whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor
closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If any of the above symptoms appear, seek medical
advice immediately.
Maintenance Precaution
WARNING: Never operate a pole pruner that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or is not
completely and securely assembled.
• Be sure that the pole pruner chain stops moving when the throttle control trigger is released. If the pole
pruner chain moves at idle speed, the carburetor may need adjusting, see Operation-Carburetor Adjusting
Section.
If the pole pruner chain still moves at idle speed after adjustment has been made, contact a Servicing
Dealer for adjustment and discontinue use until the repair is made.
WARNING: All pole pruner service, other than items in the Operator's Manual maintenance
instructions, have to be performed by competent pole pruner service personnel. (If
improper tools are used to remove the flywheel or clutch, or if an improper tool is used to
hold the flywheel in order to remove the clutch, structural damage to the flywheel could
occur which could subsequently cause the flywheel to burst and serious injury could
result.)
• Never modify your pole pruner in any way.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture.
WARNING: Use only accessories and replacement parts recommended.
• Never touch the chain or attempt to service the pole pruner while the engine is running.
• Never use fuel for cleaning operations.
• Keep the pole pruner in a dry place, off the ground with the chain guard on and the tanks empty.
• If your pole pruner is no longer usable, dispose of it properly without damaging the environment by
handing it in to your local Dealer who will arrange for its correct disposal.
• Replace immediately any safety device when damaged or broken.
WARNING: The muffler and other parts of the engine (e.g. fins of the cylinder, spark plug)
become hot during operation and remain hot for a while after stopping the engine.
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ASSEMBLY
Cutting implement assemblage
Put the shaft arm (A, Fig.16) in the cutting implement (B), till the
centering hole on the shaft matches that of the implement.
Fix the centering screw (C, Fig.16) first and then the two screws
(D, Fig. 17).
WARNING! – For all operations before the use of
cutting implement, consult accessory instruction
manual.
Shaft adjustment
WARNING – Shaft adjustment operations must be
carried out while engine is switched off and chain
cover fitted.
Unloose locking ring nut (A, Fig.18) clockwise. Adjust shaft to
desired height. Tighten locking ring nut (A, Fig.19) anticlockwise.
Cutting tool angular adjustment
WARNING – The cutting tool angular adjustment must
be carried out while engine is switched off and chain
cover fitted.
Cutting tool’s angulations can be modified from 0° to 90°
unscrewing screw (B, Fig.20). There are three intermediate
positions between 0° and 90° (22° - 45° - 67°) which block the
cutting tool.
After selecting the angle tighten the screw (B).
WARNING – Be aware to block the cutting device in
one of the fifth positions; don’t let it in an intermediate
position.
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OPERATION
Preparing to work
HARNESS
Correct adjustment of the harness permits the pole pruner to be
properly balanced and at an appropriate height from the ground
(Fig. 21).
- Put on the single harness (Fig. 22).
- Hook the pole pruner to the harness using the hook
(A, Fig. 23).
- Position the buckle (C, Fig. 24) to obtain the correct pole
pruner height.
OPERATION
- Put on the harness and always keep both hands on the handle
while operating the pole pruner (Fig. 25A).
- Use the pole pruner as illustrated in Fig. 25B.
WARNING: Carefully read the safety precautions
before using the pole pruner.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - The pole pruner must only be used for
cutting branch. It is forbidden to cut other types
of material. Vibrations and kickback vary with
different materials and the requirements of the
safety regulations would not be respected. Do not
use the pole pruner as a lever for lifting, moving or
splitting objects. Do not lock it over fixed stands.
It is forbidden to hitch tools or applications to the
P.t.o. that are not specified by the manufacturer.
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OPERATION
Operating techniques
Hold control grip with right hand and shaft (Fig.25A) with left hand.
Optimum balance could be obtained with machine close the
body. Standing 60° with the ground (Fig.25B) makes work less
fatiguing.
To ease branch falling, cut lower branches first.
To cut larger branches (with diameter larger than 10 cm), cut it into
more parts (max length 20 cm), never cut the whole branch (Fig.26).
Always cut at full throttle.
WARNING – Never work under the branch you are
cutting; beware of available space and falling pieces
that bounce anomalously on the ground (Fig.27A).
WARNING – Pay attention when working near electric
lines.Fallingbranchescould causeshort circuit.Never
approach the tool at less than 10 metres from electric
lines (Fig.27B).
Flush-cutting (Fig.28A) - To avoid tearing the bark, kickbacks or
bar pinching, always start by performing a relieving cut (1) on the
underside of the branch. Perform the cross-cut (2).
Particular cuts
The pole pruner permits:
- pruning of branches that are overhanging obstacles (Fig.28B)
such as rivers, lakes etc.
- pruning of branches from high rise buckets (Fig.29).
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Chain Tension
WARNING: Never touch or adjust the chain while the
motor is running. The pole pruner chain is very
sharp,alwayswearprotectivegloveswhenperforming
maintenance to the chain.
1. Stop the engine before setting the chain tension. Loosen
the guide bar nuts slightly, turn the chain tensioning screw
clockwise to tension the chain. Refer to Assembly-Assembling
the Bar and Chain Section. Retighten guide bar nuts. A cold
chain is correctly tensioned when there is no slack on the
underside of the guide bar, the chain is snug, but it can be
turned by hand without binding.
For warm chain, see Item 3.
2. Chain must be retensioned whenever the flats (A) on the drive
link tangs hang out of the bar groove. See Fig. 31.
3. During normal pole pruner operation, the temperature of the
chain will increase. The drive link tangs of a correctly tensioned
warm chain will hang approximately .050” (1.25 mm) out of
the bar groove. See Fig. 32. To help determine the correct
warm chain tension, the tip of the combination wrench
(Fig. 33) can be used as a guide.
CAUTION: Chain tensioned while warm, may be too
tight upon cooling. Check the "cold tension" before
next use.
CAUTION: A new chain has to be retensioned more
often than one that has been in use for some time.
Breaking-in the Chain
New chains will stretch and must be tightened frequently.
Lift the chain out of the bar groove and lubricate the bar groove
with additional oil, see Fig. 34. Place the pole pruner on a piece
of cardboard or scrap plywood. Start the pole pruner (refer to the
Operation-Starting Engine Section) and allow it to run at moderate
speed for approximately one (1) minute. Stop the engine. Check
that the oil pump is working properly. The cardboard should have
excess oil from the chain rotation if the oil pump is working
properly, see Fig. 35. Adjust the chain tension (refer to
Operation-Chain Tension Section). Start the pole pruner again
and make a few cuts in a log to heat up the chain. Stop the
engine and re-adjust chain again. Repeat this process until the
chain retains proper warm tension adjustment as shown in Fig.
32 in Operation-Chain Tensioning Section. Never touch the
ground with the chain.
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Fueling (Do Not Smoke!) (Fig. 38)
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil. Pre-mix unleaded gasoline
and 2-cycle engine oil in a clean container approved for gasoline
(Fig. 36).
RECOMMENDED FUEL: THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO
OPERATE ON UNLEADED GASOLINE INTENDED FOR
AUTOMOTIVE USE WITH AN OCTANE RATING OF 89 ([R + M] /
2) OR HIGHER (Fig. 37).
Mix 2-Cycle Engine Oil with gasoline according to the instructions
on the package. We strongly recommend the use of 2% (50:1)
Efco Two Cycle Engine Oil, which is specifically formulated for all
Efco air-cooled two-stroke engines.
The correct oil / fuel proportions shown in the table below are
suitable when using the Efco Two Cycle Engine Oil or an
equivalent high-quality engine oil (JASO specification FD or ISO
specification L-EGD). When oil specifications are NOT equivalent
or unknown use 4% (25:1) fuel/oil mixing ratio.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE OIL OR
2-CYCLE OUTBOARD OIL.
CAUTION: Never use a fuel with an alcohol percentage
higher than 10%; gasohol up to 10% alcohol or E10
fuel are acceptable.
When using an Oxygenated Gasoline a good practice of Fuel
Management is necessary.
Gasoline Oxygenated with alcohol readily takes/up water when it
is present; the water may be condensed out of humid air or be a
contaminant in the fuel system, including tank.
CAUTION:
- Match your fuel purchases to your consumption;
don’t buy more than you will use in one or two
months;
- Store gasoline in a tightly-closed container in a
cool, dry place.
The use of Oxygenated Gasoline may cause the occurrence of
vapor-lock easier.
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NOTE: 2-Cycle Engine Oil contains a fuel stabilizer and will stay
fresh up to 30 days. DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in
a 30 day period. A 2-cycle oil containing a fuel stabilizer is
recommended.
Fuel Mixture
2-Cycle Engine Oil (25:1) 4%
Gasoline Oil
1 Gallon (US) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2 oz.
1 Liter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 cc (40 ml)
High Quality 2-Cycle Engine Oil (50:1) 2%
Gasoline Oil
1 Gallon (US) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6 oz.
1 Liter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 cc (40 ml)
Filling the Tank (Fig. 40)
WARNING: Follow safety instruction for fuel handling.
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel
to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at
least 10 feet (3 m) from refueling site before starting
engine (Fig. 39). DO NOT SMOKE!
1. Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination.
2. Loosen fuel cap slowly.
3. Carefully pour fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage.
4. Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the gasket.
5. Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe up any
fuel spillage.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine
during and after first use.
WARNING: Check for fuel leaks, if any are found,
correct before use. Contact a Servicing Dealer if
necessary.
Chain Oil System (Fig. 41)
The bar and chain require continuous lubrication. Lubrication is
provided by the automatic oiler system when the oil tank is kept
filled. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain. Too little oil will
cause overheating shown by smoke coming from the chain and/or
discoloration of the bar. In freezing weather oil will thicken, making it
necessary to thin bar and chain oil with a small amount (5 to 10%)
of Diesel Fuel or kerosene. Bar and chain oil must be free flowing for
the oil system to pump enough oil for adequate lubrication.
CAUTION: Never use waste oil. Always use
biodegradable lubrificant that is specific for bar and
chain and that is better for the environment and pole
pruner’s parts.
CAUTION: Do not use dirty, used or otherwise
contaminated oils. Damage may occur to the oil
pump, bar, or chain.
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WARNING: Do not use waste oil! Medical studies
have shown that renewed contact with waste oil can
cause skin cancer.
1. Fill the oil tank every time engine is fueled. Pole pruner should
use approximately one tank of oil per tank of fuel.
2. The automatic oil pump is a positive displacement pump
operated through gears driven off the clutch drum assembly.
The pump will not oil at idle speed.
Preparation for Cutting
Proper Grip on Handles.
Refer to Safety Section for appropriate Safety Equipment.
1. Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.
WARNING: Hold the pole pruner firmly with both
hands. Always keep your LEFT HAND on the front
handle and your RIGHT HAND on the rear (throttle)
handle as shown in Fig. 42, so that your body is to
the left of the chain line. Never use a cross-handed
grip, or any stance which would place your body or
arm across the chain line. Left-handers should
follow these instructions too.
2. Maintain a proper grip on the pole pruner whenever the engine
is running. The fingers should encircle the handle. Any grip in
which the thumb and fingers are on the same side of the
handle, is dangerous because a slight kick of the pole pruner
can cause loss of control.
WARNING:
Proper Cutting Stance (Fig. 43)
- Weight should be balanced on both feet - feet on
solid ground.
- Your body should always be to the left of the
chain line.
Basic Cutting Procedure
Practice cutting a few small logs using the following technique to
get the "feel" of using your pole pruner before you begin a major
pole pruning operation.
1. Take the proper stance in front of the wood with the pole
pruner idling.
2. Accelerate the engine to full throttle just before entering the cut
by squeezing the throttle trigger.
3. Keep the engine at full throttle the entire time you are cutting.
4. Allow the chain to cut for you; exert only light downward
pressure. If you force the cut, damage to the bar, chain, or
engine can result.
5. Release the throttle trigger as soon as the cut is completed,
allowing the engine to idle. If you run the pole pruner at full
throttle without a cutting load, unnecessary wear or
damage can occur to the chain, bar, and engine.
6. Do not put pressure on the pole pruner at the end of the cut.
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Work Area Precautions
WARNING: Cut only wood or materials made from
wood. Do not cut metal, plastics, masonry, or
non-wood building materials.
• Never allow children to operate your pole pruner. Only allow
others to use this pole pruner who have read this Operator's
Manual or received adequate instructions for the safe and
proper use of this pole pruner.
• Keep everyone - helpers, bystanders, children, and animals a
safe distance from the cutting area (Fig. 44).
• Always cut with both feet on solid ground to prevent being
pulled off balance.
• Do not cut above chest height, as a pole pruner held higher is
difficult to control against kickback forces.
• Do not work near electrical wires or buildings. Leave this
operation for professionals.
• Cut only when visibility and light are adequate for you to see
clearly.
• Do not cut from a ladder, this is extremely dangerous.
• Stop the pole pruner if the chain strikes a foreign object.
Inspect the pole pruner and repair parts as necessary.
• Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even a small amount of
dirt will quickly dull a chain and increase the possibility of
kickback.
• Stop the engine before setting the pole pruner down.
• Be particularly cautious and alert while wearing hearing
protection because such equipment may restrict your ability to
hear sounds indicating danger (calls, signals, warnings, etc).
• Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or uneven
ground.
Starting The Engine
WARNING: Keep body to the left of the chain line.
Never straddle the pole pruner or chain, or lean over
past the chain line.
• Do not start the engine with the arm not mounted.
• Place the pole pruner on level ground and ensure that no
objects or obstructions are in immediate vicinity which could
come in contact with the bar and chain.
Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your left
hand (CAUTION! Not with your foot!), see Fig. 45A.
Start-up procedure
1) Slowly push the purge bulb 4 times (C, Fig.46).
2) Pull the choke lever (D, Fig.46) in the CLOSE position (A, Fig.45)
3) Pull the throttle lever (E, Fig.46) and stop it at half-throttle by
pressing the button (F), then release the lever (E).
4) Place the pole pruner on the ground in a stable position. Check
that the cutting attachment is free. Holding the pole pruner
down (Fig.45A), pull the starter rope until the first kick over of
the engine is heard (no more than 3 pulls). A new unit may
require additional pulls.
5) Push the choke lever (D, Fig.46) in OPEN position (B, Fig.45).
6) Pull the starter cord to start the engine. Once the machine is
started, warm up the machine for about few seconds, without
touch the throttle lever. The machine could need more seconds
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to warm up with cold weather or at high altitudes. Finally, put
the choke lever (E, Fig.46) for deactivate the automatic half-
throttle.
CAUTION:
- Never wrap the starter cord around your hand.
- When pulling the starter rope, do not use the full
extent of the rope as this can cause the rope to
break.
- Do not let starter rope snap back. Hold the starter
handle (G, Fig.46) and let the rope rewind slowly.
WARNING: Do not cut material with the choke lever
at the CLOSE position. Do not operate your pole
pruner with the starting throttle lock engaged.
Cutting with the starting throttle lock engaged does
not permit the operator proper control of the pole
pruner.
NOTE - STARTING WARM ENGINE:
Follow above starting instructions, but do not use the CLOSE
position for start up again.
WARNING: Weather conditions and altitude may
affect carburetion. Do not allow bystanders close to
the pole pruner while adjusting the carburetor.
Keep the engine at full throttle the entire time you are cutting.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine
during and after first use.
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Breaking-in the Engine
The engine reaches the maximum power after 5-8 hours of activity.
During this period of breaking-in do not make the machine function
idly at full throttle, to avoid excessive functioning stress.
CAUTION! – During the breakingin period do not
vary the carburetion to obtain a presumed power
increment; the engine can be damaged.
Difficult Starting (or starting a flooded engine)
The engine may be flooded with too much fuel if it has not started
after 10 pulls. Flooded engines can be cleared of excess fuel by
following the warm engine starting procedure listed above.
Ensure the ON/STOP switch is in the ON position. Starting could
require pulling the starter rope handle many times depending on
how badly the unit is flooded. If engine fails to start refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE (page 30).
Engine is Flooded
• Engage a suitable tool in the spark plug boot.
• Pry off the spark plug boot.
• Unscrew and dry off the spark plug.
• Open the throttle wide.
• Pull the starter rope several times to clear the combustion
chamber.
• Refit the spark plug and connect the spark plug boot, press it
down firmly.
• Set the choke lever to OPEN position – even if engine is cold.
• Now start the engine.
Stopping The Engine
Set the throttle lever to idle position (E, Fig.51) and wait a few
seconds to let the engine cool off.
Turn off the engine, pushing the STOP button (H).
Pre-operation checking
WA R N I N G : T H E C U T T I N G ATTACHMENT
SHOULD NEVER TURN AT IDLE. Turn the idle speed
screw “T” counter-clockwise to reduce the idle RPM,
or contact a Servicing Dealer for adjustment and
discontinue use until the repair is made. Serious
personal injury may result from the cutting
attachment turning at idle.
A damaged clutch may cause a cutting attachment to rotate at idle
speed and increase the risk of personal injury from loss of control
and from contact with the cutting tool.
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