Parker PCS-2600 User manual

PETROL CHAINSAW
OWNERS MANUAL
PCS-2600

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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS
This manual has been produced by Parker Products Ltd. and should be kept with the
product and referenced for operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.
This manual contains an overall description of the product, together with all the
necessary information for using the product correctly and safely. It is highly
recommended that this manual is read prior to any operation or maintenance of this product.
The safety precautions and warnings are to ensure your safety and protect you from harm or damage to the
product.
All photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Parker Products Ltd. to help you with the operation
and maintenance of the product. The information contained in this manual was accurate at the time of produc-
tion, however Parker Products Ltd. may make modifications to the product without notification.
Parker Products Ltd.
Richmond Park
Richmond Road
Louth
LN11 0FU
GENERAL SAFETY .............................................................................................................................. 4
SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE ................................................................................................... 5
FOR SAFE OPERATION ................................................................................................................... 6-11
WHAT'S IN THE BOX ......................................................................................................................... 12-13
FEATURES .................................................................................................................................................. 14-15
INSPECTION ............................................................................................................................................ 16
ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................................................. 18-24
FILL THE TANKS ................................................................................................................................... 25
STARTING THE ENGINE ................................................................................................................. 26-29
USING THE THROTTLE ................................................................................................................... 30
CHAIN BRAKE ........................................................................................................................................ 32-34
OIL FLOW ................................................................................................................................................... 35
MAINTENANCE & CARE ................................................................................................................ 36-37
ADJUSTING THE CARBURETTOR ........................................................................................... 38-39
FUEL INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................................... 40-41
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................................ 42
MAINTENANCE AND CARE ......................................................................................................... 44-47
EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM .................................................................................................... 49
PARTS INDEX .......................................................................................................................................... 50-51
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................. 52-53
GUARANTEE ............................................................................................................................................ 54
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ......................................................................................... 55

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GENERAL SAFETY
• WARNING! Read and fully understand this user manual before operating the machine.
• WARNING! Never allow children to use the machine.
• WARNING! The chainsaw has been specially designed for tree maintenance and should only be used by trained operators.
• NEVER operate the chainsaw when fatigued, ill or under the influence of medication, alcohol or drugs.
• ALWAYS USE safety equipment; appropriate footwear, eye protection, ear protection, head protection, trousers and gloves.
• ALWAYS keep the chainsaw sharp and well maintained. A dull chain causes vibration which can damage the machine.
• ALWAYS inspect the chainsaw before use for worn, loose or damaged parts.
• ALWAYS carry the chainsaw with the engine stopped, with the guide bar and chainsaw facing to the rear.
• DO NOT start the engine within 3m of the fuelling point.
• REMOVE all sources of sparks and flames before mixing and pouring fuel.
• DO NOT let anyone near the chainsaw when starting or cutting. Keep everyone, especially children, away from the work area.
• KEEP all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is running.
• DO NOT start cutting until you have a clear cutting area and a secure footing.
• NEVER cut trees or foliage in high wind, bad weather or when there is poor visibility.
• GUARD AGAINST kickback. Kickback can cause loss of control.
• DO NOT operate the chainsaw with one hand.
• ALWAYS Hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands.
• BE ALERT for the phenomena of "skating" and "bouncing".
• BE CAUTIOUS not to lose balance of your body due to "drop" at the end of a cut.
• ALWAYS keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil and fuel mixture.
• ALWAYS shut o the engine before putting the chainsaw down.
• ONLY OPERATE the chainsaw outdoors or in well ventilated areas.
• MAKE SURE the guide bar protector is in place when transporting the chainsaw.
• ALL MAINTENANCE other than that listed in this manual, should be carried out by professionally trained and certified personnel.
SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE
FUEL FILLER POINT
CHAIN OIL FILLER
CHOKE CLOSED
CHOKE OPEN
CHOKE LEVER OUT (ON) - COLD START
CHOKE LEVER IN (OFF) - WARM START
HIGH SPEED ADJUSTMENT SCREW
LOW SPEED ADJUSTMENT SCREW
IDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW
CHAIN BRAKE DIRECTION
• WHITE ARROW - RELEASED (OFF)
• BLACK ARROW - ACTIVATED (ON)
CHAIN OIL ADJUSTMENT SCREW
ON/OFF SWITCH
WITH THE "I" POSITION DEPRESSED THE ENGINE WILL START
WITH THE "O" POSITION DEPRESSED THE ENGINE WILL STOP
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For safe operation and maintenance symbols are moulded in relief on the machine or shown on a label.
MIN MAX
STOP

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FOR SAFE OPERATION
FOR SAFE OPERATION
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read
the instruction manual.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn where appropriate.
HEAD, EYE & EAR PROTECTION
Approved head, eye & ear protection should be
worn at all times during operation.
BOOTS
Wear sturdy, non-slip boots.
CLOTHING
Appropriate clothing should be worn during
operation. Ensure clothing is made of strong
fabric and is not baggy or loose.
IMPORTANT
• Never operate a chainsaw when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or
under the influence of medication that may make you drowsy, or if
you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs - risk of accident!
• Use safety footwear, snug fitting clothing and eye, hearing and head
protection during use.
• Keep the saw chain sharp and the saw, 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. A saw with loose components or with damaged or
worn AV buers will also tend to have higher vibration levels.
• Always use caution when handling fuel. Wipe up all spills and then
move the chainsaw at least 3m from the fuelling point before
starting the engine - risk of fire!
• Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (i.e. smoking, open flames,
or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed,
poured, or stored - risk of fire!
• Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the chainsaw -
risk of fire!
• Do not allow other persons to be near the chainsaw when starting
or cutting. Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area.
Children, pets and bystanders should be a minimum of 10m away
when you start or operate the chainsaw - risk of accident
i• Never start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure
footing, and a planned retreat path from the falling tree - risk of
accident!
• Always hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands when the
engine is running. Use a firm grip with thumb and fingers
encircling the chainsaw handles.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the sawchain when the
engine is running - risk of accident!
• Before you start the engine, make sure the saw chain is not
contacting anything - risk of accident!
• Always carry the chainsaw with the engine stopped, the guide
bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muler away from your
body.
• Always inspect the chainsaw before each use for worn, loose, or
damaged parts.
• Never operate a chainsaw that is damaged, improperly adjusted,
or is not completely and securely assembled.
• Be sure that the saw chain stops moving when the throttle
control trigger is released.
• All chainsaw service, other than the items listed in the Owner’s
Manual, should be performed by competent chainsaw service
personnel. (e.g if improper tools are used to remove the flywheel,
or if an improper tool is used to hold the flywheel in order to
remove theclutch, structural damage to the flywheel could occur
which could subsequently cause the flywheel to disintegrate.)
• When transporting your chainsaw, make sure the appropriate guide
bar scabbard is in place.
• Always shut o the engine before setting it down.
• Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and
saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain and
be whipped toward you or pull you o balance - risk of accident!
• When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring-
back so that you will not be struck when the tension in the wood
fibres is released.
• Never cut in high wind, bad weather, when visibility is poor or in
very high or low temperatures. Always check the tree for dead
branches which could fall during the felling operation.
• Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil or fuel mixture.
• Operate the chainsaw only in well ventilated areas. Never start or
run the engine inside a closed room or building and
potentially explosive atmosphere. Exhaust fumes contain
dangerous carbon monoxide - risk of fatal injury from
breathing toxic fumes!
• Do not operate the chainsaw in a tree unless specially trained to.
• Guard against kickback. Kickback is the upward motion of the guide
bar which occurs when the saw chain at the nose of the guide bar
contacts an object. Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control
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FOR SAFE OPERATION FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Sawdust, fumes, smoke and lubrication oil mist may be produced
while using the machine may be hazardous to health. If dust is
generated, wear a dust mask.
• Never touch the cover, guide bar, saw chain or nut with bare hands
while the engine is in operation or immediately after shutting down
the engine. Doing so could result in serious burns because of high
temperature.
KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches
an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain
in the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast
reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the
operator. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar
may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. Either
of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw, which
could result in serious personal injury.
• When the chainsaw fails to dig in during a cut, the guide bar can
begin hopping or dangerously skidding along the surface of the log
or branch, possibly resulting in the loss of control of the chainsaw.
To prevent or reduce skating or bouncing, hold the chainsaw with
two hands and make sure the saw chain establishes a groove for
cutting.
• Do not rely exclusively on the safety devices built into your saw.
• With a basic understanding of kickback you can reduce or
eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden surprise contributes to
accidents.
• Keep a good grip on the saw with both hands, the right hand on
the top handle, and the left hand on the front handle, when the
engine is running. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers
encircling the chain saw handles. A firm grip will help you reduce
kickback and maintain control of the saw.
• You cannot control reactive forces and you may lose control of
the saw, which can result in skating and bouncing of the bar
along the limb or log.
REDUCING THE RISK OF KICKBACK
• Work cautiously and methodically
• Hold the chain saw firmly with both hands and maintain a secure
grip
• Always cut at full throttle
• Be aware of the location of the guide bar nose
• Do not cut with the guide bar nose
• Be especially careful with small, tough limbs, undergrowth and
oshoots – the saw chain may become caught in them
• Never cut several limbs at once
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• Do not lean too far forward
• Do not cut above shoulder height
• Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut
• Do not attempt plunge cuts if you are not experienced in this
cutting technique
• Be alert for shifting of the log or other forces that may cause the
cut to close and pinch the chain
• Always cut with a correctly sharpened, properly tensioned saw
chain – the depth gauge setting must not be too large
• Use low-kickback saw chains as well as narrow-radius guide
bars
HANDLING FUEL
• The engine of our product is designed to run on a mixed fuel, which
contains highly flammable gasoline. Never store cans of fuel or refill
the tank of the unit in any place where there is a boiler, stove, wood
fire, electrical sparks, welding sparks, or any other source of heat or
fire which might ignite the fuel.
• Never smoke while operating the unit or refilling its fuel tank.
• When refilling the tank, always turn o the engine and allow it to
cool down. Take a careful look around to make sure that there are
no sparks or open flames anywhere nearby before refuelling.
• Wipe spilled fuel completely using a dry rag if any spillage occurs
during refuelling.
• After refuelling, screw the fuel cap back tightly onto the fuel tank
and then carry the unit to a spot 3m or more away from where it
was refuelled before turning on the engine.
• Always drain all fluids (fuel & oil) after use.
EFFECTS OF VIBRATION
Vibrationwhite finger(VWF) is an injury triggered by continuous use of
vibrating hand-held machinery.
If you continue to use high-vibration tools these symptoms will probably
get worse, for example:
• the numbness in your hands could become permanent and you
won’t be able to feel things at all;
• you will have diiculty picking up small objects such as screws or
nails;
• Vibration White Finger (VWF) could happen more frequently and
aect more of your fingers.
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FOR SAFE OPERATION
PROTECTING YOUR BODY FROM VIBRATION
Please observe the following matter, in order to protect the health of
your body.
• Always use the right tool for each job (to do the job more quickly
and expose you to less hand-arm vibration).
• Check tools before using them to make sure they have been
properly maintained and repaired to avoid increased vibration
caused by faults or general wear.
• Make sure cutting tools are kept sharp so that they remain eicient.
• Reduce the amount of time you use a tool in one go, by doing other
jobs in between.
• Avoid gripping or forcing a tool or work piece more than you have to.
• Store tools so that they do not have very cold handles when next
used.
Encourage good blood circulation by:
• Keeping warm and dry (when necessary, wear gloves, a hat,
waterproofs and use heating pads if available);
• Giving up or cutting down on smoking because smoking reduces
blood flow;
• Massaging and exercising your fingers
DISPOSAL
When disposing your machine, fuel or oil for the machine, be sure to
follow your local regulations.
TRANSPORTING THE CHAINSAW
• Always stop the engine before putting a chainsaw down or carrying
it. Carrying a chainsaw with the engine running is extremely
dangerous.
• Accidental acceleration of the engine can cause the chain to
rotate.
• During operation, the muler and the material around it reach
extremely high temperatures. Avoid touching the hot muler, you
could receive serious burns.
• BY HAND: When carrying your saw by hand, the engine must
be stopped and the saw must be in the proper position. Grip the
front handle and place the muler away from the body.
The chain guard (scabbard) should be over the chain and the
guide bar, which should point backwards. When carrying your
saw, the bar should be behind you.
ii• BY VEHICLE: When transporting in a vehicle, keep chain and
bar covered with the chain guard. Properly secure your saw to
prevent it moving around during transit, which in turn can cause
fuel spillage and damage to the saw.
REPLACING SAW CHAIN & GUIDE BAR
The parts listed below are compatible with this machine:
Only use compatible chains to avoid damaging your machine.
For any assistance contact Parker Products.
Using non-recommended replacement parts may result in damage
to your machine or serious personal injury.
OTHER
Do not remove or modify any safety components as this may result
in damage to your machine or serious personal injury.
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SIZE PART MODEL NUMBER
10" Chainsaw Chain PCC-1040
10" Chainsaw Bar PCB-1040
FOR SAFE OPERATION
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
TOOL KIT
+CHAINSAW SPIKE
+2X SPIKE SCREWS
+CHAIN FILE
+SPARKPLUG WRENCH
+X2 SCREWDRIVERS
+LARGE ALLEN KEY
+SMALL ALLEN KEY
BAR
COVER
10"
BAR
MAIN
BODY
2X SAW CHAINS
10"
40 LINK
0.375 PITCH
1.5mm GAUGE

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FEATURES FEATURES
FIXING
POINT
CHOKE
LEVER
EXHAUST
PORT
CHAIN
BRAKE
FUEL
CAP
BUMPER
SPIKE
CHAIN OIL
CAP
PRIMER
BUBBLE
10"
BAR
GRIP
HANDLE
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
STARTER
RECOIL
CHAIN
TENSIONER

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INSPECTION
1INSPECT CHAINSAW
Inspect the Chainsaw and all of its components.
Make sure everything is in good working order
before use. Regular periodic inspection is required
to ensure the Chainsaw is suitable for the task.
Before using the Chainsaw a risk assessment
should be carried out respecting the legislation in
the country of use.
Fully inspect the Chainsaw before use. Ensure all correct parts are supplied with the product.
To resolve any issues contact ParkerBrand customer services directly on 01507 499198.
FUEL MUST BE MIXED
WITH 2 STROKE OIL
AT A 25:1 RATIO
(PETROL:OIL)
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ASSEMBLY
Ensure the brake is disengaged by pulling the handle
firmly back.
You may feel a strong resistance but this is normal. The
brake will make an audible 'Click' when it is
disengaged.
Remove the brake assembly by removing the nut and
allen bolt with the tools provided within your tool-kit.
The brake assembly should now pull away from the
main body of the chainsaw.
1DISENGAGE THE BRAKE 2REMOVE THE BRAKE ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY
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Attach the bumper spike (also referred to as the chain
catcher) to the chainsaw body. It will sit in the recess on
the front end of the body of the chainsaw.
Using the two (2) screws and screwdriver provided in
the tool-kit, secure the bumper spike (chain catcher) in
place. Turn the screws in a clockwise direction to
tighten.
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LOCATE THE BUMPER SPIKE ATTACH THE BUMPER SPIKE
Installation and use of the bumper spike (chain catcher) makes control easier and lessens kickback.
The bumper spike (chain catcher) acts as a pivot between the engine body and guide bar.
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iThe chain brake is purposely quite sti and can take some force to engage and release it correctly.