Qualcut CS4600 Garden Master Series User manual

POWER PRODUCTS LLC.
GARDEN MASTER SERIES
CS4600
CHAINSAW
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
46CC
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CONTENTS
Description of Symbols......................................................................................1
Machine Specifications .....................................................................................1
Unpacking..........................................................................................................1
General Safety Instructions...............................................................................2
Chainsaw Safety................................................................................................3
Personal Protective Equipment.........................................................................4
Operational Safety.............................................................................................5
Parts Diagram....................................................................................................7
Assembling Your Chainsaw..............................................................................8
Fuel and Lubrication........................................................................................10
Operating Your Chainsaw...............................................................................11
Maintenance.....................................................................................................17
Storing Your Chainsaw....................................................................................23
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................24
Warranty...........................................................................................................25

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Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely
that your Qualcut Chainsaw is faulty or that a part is missing.
If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the
parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified.
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
Contents of Carton
The Qualcut Chainsaw is supplied with the following
accessories as standard.
• Chain
• Guide bar
• Guide bar cover
• Double ended wrench
• Screwdriver
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46CC
1600W
Air cooled single cylinder,
two stroke cycle
2800 - 3400 rpm
Unleaded petrol / 2 stroke
oil (40:1)
10000 rpm
575ml
350ml
NGK LD L8RTF TORCH BM6A
CHAMPION CJ8
Automatic Pump
6-Teeth x 9.53mm
(3/8”) pitch
Sprocket Nose
460mm (18”)
Oregon 91VG, 91P (3/8” Pitch)
9.53mm
5.4kg
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Save these instructions.
1) Work Area
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark
areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2) Personal Safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool
while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety
equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the
tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part
of the power tool may result in personal injury.
d) Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in un-
expected situations.
e) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
f) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction
and collection facilities ensure that these are connected
and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-
related hazards.
WARNING: Beware of kickback. Hold chain saw firmly with both hands when using . For your
own safety, please read and follow ALL safety precautions in this manual before attempting to
operate your chainsaw. Improper use can lead to serious injury.
3) Power Tool Use And Care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application. The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it
on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Turn tool off completely before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition
that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and
are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,in
accordance with these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
4) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
personnel using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Additional Safety Rules for Petrol Chain
Saws
NOTE: For safety reasons the chain saw is shipped with the
chain brake fully engaged. This brake must be released before
the saw becomes operational.
• Never cut into the ground.
• Never cut into wire fences.
• Never cut into samplings.
• Never cut into prepared wood.
• Use the chain saw to cut only wood.
• It is advisable to provide a support for the chain saw when
cutting branches. Do not cut using the bar point and beware
of branches under tension.
• Children under 18 must not use chain saws.
• Keep people away from the chain saw when in use.
• Check the following conditions before beginning work:
- There should be no people in the felling area.
- Make sure there is a second person within calling distance.
- The working area should be free from obstacles.
• Wear suitable clothes which do not hinder movement.
• Use specific protection during operations involving head,
hands, feet, eyes and ears.
• It is recommended the use of a helmet with a visor during
felling, branch cutting and chopping operations.
• Wear gloves with an external protection when using the
chain saw.
• Use ear protection to prevent hearing injuries.
• Wear safety boots when using the chain saw.
Chainsaws pose a very significant health and safety risk
even to careful and trained operators.
• Use the bar cover when moving the chain saw away from
the working site.
• During transport the brake must be applied to avoid accidental
start-up.
• Do not use the chain saw in rainy or windy conditions or in
poor light.
• Find a suitable position before beginning work.
• When working on slopes, the saw operator must stand beside
or above the wood to cut, i.e. felled trees.
• Use the chain saw holding it firmly with both hands.
• Make a wedge-shaped cut before felling the tree, then the
felling cut leaving a hinge for the felling direction.
• Beware of any falling branches after felling operations.
• Beware of wood splinters when cutting chopped wood.
• Ensure your chain saw is suitable for the job.
• Never work above shoulder level or reach out to cut a branch:
ensure you have stable footing at all times.
• Do not operate in a hazardous location. Such areas include
where there is a risk of explosion of petrol fumes, leaking
gas or explosive dust.
• Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases, smoke
or fumes could reach dangerous concentrations.
• Protect your tool. This chain is NOT WEATHERPROOF and
should not be exposed to direct sunlight, high ambient
temperature and damp, wet or high humidity conditions.
• Take care not to spill fuel. When refuelling the chain saw
ensure that the motor has been switched off. Prevent the
spilling of fuel as this may also ignite with the hot motor.
Never refuel whilst the engine running.
• Be careful where you store the chain saw. Store the tool in
a dry area away from flammable liquids.
• Keep your distance. The chain saw emits exhaust fumes.
Ensure bystanders keep a safe distance.
• Operating instructions and instructions for common cutting
tasks, including the use of personal protection equipment,
the need for adequate training and the risks involved when
operating the unit while tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
• Ensure you use oil-mix fuel. Ensure that you mix 40 parts
unleaded fuel to 1 part 2-stroke oil. If not, the engine will
overheat and cause damage to your chain saw.
• Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine
is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.
Kickback Safety Precautions
Kickback may occur when the tip of the guide bar touches an
object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain.
If the bar tip or point contacts, it can produce a rapid reverse
reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator.
This is known as rotational kickback.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push
the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. This is known
as pinch kickback.
Take the following steps to help avoid accident or injury:
• Reduce the element of surprise by understanding what
causes kickback.
• Keep a firm grip on the chain saw using both hands, the
right hand on the rear handle and the left hand on the front
handle when the motor is running. A firm grip will help
maintain control.
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• Do not let go whilst the motor is running.
• Make sure that the area of operation is free of obstructions.
• Use high speeds when cutting.
• Do not let the point of the guide bar contact a log, branch
or any other object.
• Do not over-reach or cut above shoulder height.
• Carefully follow the sharpening and maintenance instructions
given in this manual.
• Use only replacement bars and chains specified by the
manufacturer.
DANGER! BEWARE OF KICKBACK!
Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the chain
saw and result in serious or fatal injury to the saw operator or
to any-one standing close by. Always be alert. Rotational
kickback and pinch kickback are major chain saw operational
dangers and the leading cause of most accidents.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Due to the nature and ferocity of a petrol driven chainsaw no
PPE can provide 100% protection aginst chainsaw cuts.
Equipment specifically designed
for use with a chainsaw should be
worn, consisting of:
• A safety helmet with mesh visor
and ear defender to protect
against falling / thrown debris and
the high levels of noise generated.
• Gloves with additional protective
guard material on the back
of the left hand to defend against
chain whip in the event of
breakage.
• Trousers or chaps with leg protection
incorporate into the front / side. In
case of contact with a moving
chainsaw the clogging material is
designed to stop the chain before
it penetrates fully through into the
flesh.
• Safety boots with a good non-slip tread incorporating
protection to toes and shins.
• High visibility jacket. Some jackets incorporate the
clogging material like the trousers, but in any event
should be close fitting.
All this equipment should be tested to relevant international
and European Standards and marked accordingly. The
gloves boots and trousers should be additionally marked
with a symbol, also indicating the chain speed to which
they have been tested.
HOLDING THE CHAINSAW
Do not be afraid to hold the chainsaw power head close in to
the body. In this position the weight of the saw will be easy to
bear and in the event of a kick-back will be more controllable.
Firmly grip the rear handle pulling
it tight in to hip / thigh. With the
left hand grip the front handle
with thumb on the underside. In
this position with the body turned
slightly towards the saw, should
a kick-back occur, the left arm
will be stronger to brace against
the force of the kick-back or if
unable to withstand, the chainsaw
should avoid the face / head.
Try to work at hip height, bend
the knees instead of the back.
This will be more comfortable and
a safer stance to adopt.
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OPERATIONAL SAFETY
This chainsaw has been especially designed for tree maintenance
and should therefore only be used by trained operators when
working on trees.
1. Never operate a chain saw 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.
2. Use safety footwear, snug fitting clothing and eye, hearing
and head protection devices. Use the vibration-proof glove.
3. 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 buffers will also
tend to have higher vibration levels.
4. Always use caution when handling fuel. Wipe up all spills
and then move the chain saw at least 3 m from the fueling
point before starting the engine.
5. 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.
6. Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the
chain saw.
7. Do not allow other persons to be near the chain saw when
starting or cutting. Keep bystanders and animals out of the
work area. Children, pets and bystanders should be a
minimum of 10 m away when you start or operate the chain
saw.
8. Never start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure
footing, and a planned retreat path from the falling tree.
9. Always hold the chain saw firmly with both hands when the
engine is running. Use a firm grip with thumb and fingers
encircling the chain saw handles.
10. Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when
the engine is running.
11. Before you start the engine, make sure the saw chain is not
contacting anything.
12. Always carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the
guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muffler away
from your body.
13. Always inspect the chain saw before each use for worn,
Ioose, 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.
14. All chain saw service, other than the items listed in the
Owner’s Manual, should be performed by competent chain
saw 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 the clutch, structural damage
to the flywheel could occur which could subsequently cause
the flywheel to disintegrate.)
15. Always shut off the engine before setting it down.
16. 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 off balance.
17. 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 fibers is released.
18. 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.
19. Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil or fuel mixture.
20. Operate the chain saw 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.
21. Do not operate the chain saw in a tree unless specially
trained to do so.
22. 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 of the chainsaw.
23. When transporting your chain saw, make sure the appropriate
guide bar scabbard is in place.
24. 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.
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Effects of Vibration
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 difficulty picking up small objects such
as screws or nails;
• The vibration white finger could happen more frequently
and affect more of your fingers.
Protecting your Body from Vibration
Please observe the following matter, in order to protect
the health of your body:
1. Always use the right tool for each job (to do the job more
quickly and expose you to less hand-arm vibration).
2. 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.
3. Make sure cutting tools are kept sharp so that they remain
efficient.
4. Reduce the amount of time you use a tool in one go, by
doing other jobs in between.
5. Avoid gripping or forcing a tool or workpiece more than you
have to.
6. Store tools so that they do not have very cold handles when
next used.
7. 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; and massaging and exercising your
fingers.
Disposal
• When you dispose of the machine, do not disassemble
the machine.
• When you dispose of the machine, fuel, chain oil, be sure to
follow your local regulations.
Kickback Safety Precautions
for Chain Saw Users
DANGER! BEWARE OF KICKBACK!
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 Iose
control of the saw, which could result in serious personal injury.
Do not rely exclusively on the safety devices built into your saw.
As a chain saw user you should take several steps to keep
cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
1. With a basic understanding of
kickback you can reduce or eliminate
the element of surprise. Sudden
surprise contributes to accidents.
2. Keep a good grip on the saw with both
hands, the right hand on the rear
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.
3. Make certain that the area in which
you are cutting is free from
obstructions. Do not let the nose of
the guide bar contact a log, branch,
or any other obstruction which could
be hit while you are operating the saw.
4. Cut at high engine speeds.
5. Do not overreach or cut above
shoulder height.
6. Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening
and maintenance instructions for the
saw chain.
7. Only use replacement bars and chains
specified by the manufacturer or the
equivalent.
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1. Saw chain
2. Guide Bar
3. Spark Arrester Screen
4. Chain Brake Lever
5. Front Handle
6. Starter Handle
7. Stop Switch
8. Safety Trigger
9. Rear Handle
10. Oil Tank cap
11. Fuel Tank Cap
12. Starter Cover
CS4600 CHAINSAW PARTS DIAGRAM
1
2
21
13
15 45
16
14
22
17
20
18
19
9
8
11 7
12
10
6
3
23
13. Bucking Spike
14. Bar Retaining Nuts
15. Muffler Shield
16. Spark Plug
17. Air Cleaner Cover
18. Choke Lever
19. Primer Bulb
20. Throttle/Trigger
21. Saw Chain Adjustment Screw
22. Chain Catcher
23. Guide Bar Cover
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Tools For Assembly
You will need these tools to assemble your chain saw:
1. Combination wrench-screwdriver
(contained in your user’s kit).
2. Heavy duty work gloves (user supplied).
Assembly Requirements
WARNING! DO NOT start saw engine until unit is
properly prepared.
Your new chain saw will require adjustment of chain, filling the
fuel tank with correct fuel mixture and filling the oil tank with
lubricating oil before the unit is ready for operation.
Read the entire user manual before attempting to operate your
unit. Pay particular attention to all safety precautions.
Your user manual is both a reference guide and handbook
provided to furnish you with general information to assemble,
operate and maintain your saw.
Installing Guide Bar
WARNING: Always wear protective gloves when
handling chain.
ASSEMBLING YOUR
CHAINSAW
To ensure the bar and chain
receive oil ONLY USE THE
ORIGINAL STYLE BAR with the
passage hole (A).
1. Make sure the chain brake lever is
pulled back into the disengaged
position.
2. Remove the bar retaining nut(s)
(b). Remove chain brake cover (c)
by pulling straight out, some force
may be required.
NOTE: Discard the two plastic washers as they
are only used for shipping.
3. Using a screwdriver, turn the adjust-
ment screw (d) counterclockwise
until the tang (e) (projecting prong)
is to the end of its travel.
4. Place the slotted end of the guide
bar over the bar bolt (f). Slide guide
bar behind clutch drum (g) until the
guide bar stops.
Installing Saw Chain
Always wear heavy duty gloves when handling saw chain or
making saw chain adjustments
1. Spread chain out in a loop with
cutting edges (a) pointing clockwise
around loop.
2. Slip the chain around the sprocket
(b) behind the clutch (c). Make sure
the links fit between the sprocket
teeth.
3. Guide the drive links into the groove (d) and around the end
of the bar.
NOTE: The chainsaw may droop slightly on the lower part of the bar.
This is normal.
4. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug. Ensure all drive
links are in the bar groove.
5. Install the clutch cover making sure the tang is positioned in
the lower hole in the guide bar. Make sure the chain does
not slip off the bar. Install the bar retaining nut hand tight and
follow tension adjustment instructions in the next sections.
Saw Chain Tension Adjustment
Proper tension of saw chain is extremely important and must be
checked before starting as well as during any cutting operation.
Taking the time to make needed adjustments to the chainsaw
results in improved cutting performance and prolonged chain life.
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Adjusting Saw Chain
This diagram shows information concerning correct cold tension
(A), correct warm tension (B) and as a guide for when chainsaw
needs adjustment (C).
AB C
CHAIN BRAKE MECHANICAL TEST
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WARNING: The purpose of the chain brake is to reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback; however, it
cannot provide the intended measure of protection if the saw is operated carelessly. Always test the chain brake
before using your saw and periodically while on the job.
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To Test Chain Brake
Fuel
5L Fuel = 125ml 2 Stroke Oil = 40:1 Ratio
Use regular grade unleaded gasoline mixed with 40:1 custom 2 cycle engine oil for best results. Some conventional
gasolines are being blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or an ether compound to meet clean air standards. The
engine is designed to operate satisfactorily on any gasoline intended for automotive use including 96 Octane gasolines.
FUEL AND LUBRICATION
WARNING: Never use straight gasoline in your unit. This will cause permanent engine damage and void
the manufacturer’s warranty for that product. Never use a fuel mixture that has been stored for over 90
days.
Chain and Bar Lubrication
Always refill the chain oil tank each time the fuel tank is refilled. We recommend using our replacement Chain & Bar.
Always use good quality Chain bar / Lube Oil, which contains additives to reduce friction and wear and to assist in the
prevention of pitch formation on the bar and chain.
WARNING: 2 cycle lubricant must be a premium grade oil for 2-cycle air cooled engines mixed at a 40:1
ratio. Do not use any 2-cycle oil product with a recommended mixing ratio of 100:1. If insufficient lubrication
is the cause of engine damage, it voids the manufacturer’s warranty.
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Engine Pre-start Checks
OPERATION
WARNING: Never start or operate the saw unless the bar and chain are properly installed.
Starting the Engine
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Re-starting a Warm Engine
Chain Brake Operational Test
Stopping Engine
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Saw Chain / Bar Lubrication
Automatic Oiler
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FELLING
Felling a Tree
WARNING: A retreat path (a) should be planned and cleared as necessary before cuts are started.
The retreat path should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the expected line in the fall.
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WARNING: Do not cut down a tree during high or
changing winds or if there is a danger to property. Consult
a tree professional. Do not cut down a tree if there is
danger of striking utility wires; notify the utility company
before making any cuts.
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General Guidelines for Felling Trees
WARNING: Never walk in front of a tree that has been
notched.
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WARNING: Before making the final cut, always re-check the area for bystanders, animals or obstacles.
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Felling Cut
WARNING: As the felling cut gets close to the hinge, the tree should begin to fall. Whe tree begins to fall, remove
saw from cut, stop engine, put chainsaw down and leave area along retreat path.
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LIMBING
WARNING: Never cut tree limbs while standing on tree trunk.
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BUCKING
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Bucking using a sawhorse
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MAINTENANCE
Preventative Maintenance
AIR FILTER
Cleaning Air Filter:
WARNING: Never operate saw without the air filter. Dust and dirt will be drawn into engine and will damage it.
Keep the air filter clean!
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WARNING: Never perform maintenance when the engine is hot, to avoid any chance of burning hands or fingers.
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FUEL FILTER
Replacing Fuel Filter:
WARNING: Never operate saw without a fuel filter. The fuel filter should be replaced after each 20 hours of use.
Drain tank completely before changing filter.
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