Sovereign SCS 38 User manual

Operating Instructions
Petrol Chain Saw
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SCS 38
45.014.35
Art-No.: 729187 I.-No.: 01016
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Please read these instructions carefully
before installing and operating the
petrol motor scythe!
Petrol Engine Quick Start Guide
Ensure correct fuel/oil mixture 40:1
STARTING
1. add fuel and chain oil.
2. switch ignition to “I” (on)
3. take brake Off.
4. lock throttle lever on.
5. pull choke fully out.
6. pull starter cord 5 times (primes the engine)
7. push choke in halfway.
Note - the amount of Choke will vary slightly
depending on the weather conditions, a small
amount of experimentation is advised.
8. pull starter cord
9. allow engine to warm up at half throttle for a
short time and push the choke in.
Note - this quick start guide is intended for
experienced users who have already
assembled the tool, please refer to the
manual for details.
If machine does not start after minimum 6 pulls
on starter cord refer to petrol Engine Q & A on
page 16.
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WARNING! When using gas tools, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always
be followed to reduce the risk of serious personal
injury and/or damage to the unit.
Read all these instructions before operating this
product and save these instructions.
1. DO NOT operate a chain saw with one hand!
Serious injury to the operator, helpers,
bystanders, or any combination of these persons
may result from one-handed operation. A chain
saw is intended for two-handed use.
2. DO NOT operate a chain saw when you are
fatigued.
3. Use safety footwear, snug-fitting clothing,
protective gloves, and eye, hearing and head
protection devices.
4. Use caution when handling fuel. Move the chain
saw at least 10 feet (3m) from the fueling point
before starting the engine.
5. DO NOT allow other persons to be near when
starting or cutting with the chain saw. Keep
bystanders and animals out of the work area.
6. DO NOT start cutting until you have a clear work
area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path
from the falling tree.
7. Keep all parts of your body away from the saw
chain when the engine is running.
8. Before you start the engine, make sure that the
saw chain is not contacting anything.
9. Carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the
guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the
silencer away from your body.
10. NEVER use a chainsaw which is damaged,
incorrectly set or incompletely and loosely
assembled. Make sure that the chainsaw is
switched off when releasing the chain brake.
11. Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw
down.
12. 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.
13. When cutting a limb that is under tension, be
alert for springback so that you will not be struck
when the tension in the wood fibers is released.
14. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or
fuel mixture.
15. Operate the chain saw only in well-ventilated
areas.
16. DO NOT operate a chain saw in a tree unless
you have been specifically trained to do so.
17. All chain saw service, other than the items listed
in the user manual safety and maintenance
instructions, should be performed by competent
chain saw service personnel.
18. When transporting your chain saw, use the
appropriate guide bar scabbard.
19. DO NOT operate your chain saw near or around
flammable liquids or gases whether in or out of
doors. An explosion and/or fire may result.
20. Do not tank fuel, oil or lubrication when the
engine of chain saw is running.
21. USE THE RIGHT TOOL: Cut wood only. Do not
use the chain saw for purposes for which it was
not intended. For example, do not use the chain
saw for cutting plastic, masonry, or nonbuilding
materials.
22. Use a container approved for fuel. Do not smoke
or allow smoking near fuel or unit. Avoid spillages
of fuel or oil, wipe up all spillages. Move at least
3 metres away from fuelling site before starting
engine.
NOTE: This appendix is intended primarily for the
consumer or occasional user. These models are
intended for infrequent use by homeowners,
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Read the user manual before using the
machine
Wear safety shoes to protect your feet.
On all jobs performed with the saw you
must always wear safety goggles to
guard your eyes from flying
materials/objects and a sound-proof
helmet, ear plugs or the like to protect
your hearing. Wear a safety helmet if
there is a risk of objects falling on you
from above.
Protect yourself from saw kickback. Hold the
chain saw securely with both hands during
use.
Make sure that the chain brake is released.
Pull back the handle/chain brake before
operating.
Noise emission complies with Directive
2000/14/EC!
Wear gloves to protect your hands. Warning! Danger!
General Safety Rules
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cottagers, and campers, and for such general
applications as clearing, pruning, cutting firewood,
etc. They are not intended for prolonged use. If the
intended use involves prolonged periods of
operation, this may cause circulatory problems in the
userʼs hands due to vibration. It may be appropriate
to use a saw having an anti-vibration feature such as
the models covered in this manual with the suffix
Anti-Vibration.
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. If the bar tip
contacts, it 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. Do not rely
exclusively upon the safety devices built into your
saw. As a chain saw user, you should take several
steps to keep your 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 firm 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. Donʼt let go.
3. Make sure 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 manufacturerʼs sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the chain saw.
7. Only use replacement bars and chains specified
by the manufacturer or the equivalent.
NOTE: Low-kickback saw chain is chain that has met
the kickback performance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
A safety sign is fitted to the chain sawʼs fan filter
cover. This label, along with the safety instructions on
these pages, should be carefully read before
attempting to operate this unit.
HOW TO READ SYMBOLS AND COLORS (FIG. 1)
WARNING: RED Used to warn that an unsafe
procedure should not be performed.
GREEN RECOMMENDED
Recommended cutting procedure.
WARNING
1. Beware of kick back.
2. Do not attempt to hold saw with one hand.
3. Avoid bar nose contact.RECOMMENDED
4. Hold Saw properly with both hands.
DANGER! BEWARE OF KICKBACK!
 WARNING: 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 anyone standing close
by. Always be alert. Rotational kickback and pinch-
kickback are major chain saw operational dangers and
the leading cause of most accidents.
KICKBACK may occur when the NOSE or TIP of the
guide bar touches an object, or when 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
toward the operator.
PINCHING the saw chain along the BOTTOM of the
guide bar may PULL the saw forward away from the
operator. PINCHING the saw chain along the TOP of
the guide bar may PUSH the guide bar rapidly back
toward the operator.
Any of these reactions may cause you to lose control
of the saw, which could result in serious personal
injury.
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Fig. 1
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BEWARE OF:
ROTATIONAL KICKBACK THE PUSH
(Fig. 2A) (PINCH KICKBACK)
AND PULL
REACTIONS
(Fig. 2B)
A = Kickback path A = Pull
B = Kickback reaction zone B = Solid objects
C = Push
TECHNICAL DATA
Engine displacement 38 cm3
Maximum drive power 1,4 kW
Cutting length 37 cm
Cutter rail length 16” (40cm)
Chain gap (3/8”), 10 mm
Chain thickness (0,05”), 1,27 mm
Idle speed 3,100 min-1 ± 10%
max. Speed with cutting unit 8000 min-1
Tank capacity 296 ml
Oil tank capacity 180 ml
Anti-vibration function Yes
Teeth of sprocket wheel 6
Chain brake Yes
Clutch Yes
Automatic chain lubrication Yes
Low-kickback chain Yes
Net weight without chain and chain bar 5.1 kg
Net weight (dry) 5,88 kg
Petrol consumption (specific) approx. 1250 g/kWh
Sound pressure level LpA 101 dB(A)
Working pressure level LWA 113 dB(A)
Vibration ahv max. 11,0 m/s2
Replacement chain see spare-part list
Replacement chain bar see spare-part list
Spark plug Champion RDJ7Y
Fig. 2B
AA
B
A
A
B
C
Fig. 2A
3
2
10
67
11
14
1
9
19 21 20
4
18
23
5
13
16
15
12
8
17
22
Fig. 2C
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GENERAL INFORMATION (FIG. 2C)
1. Chain bar
2. Saw chain
3. Chain tensioning screw
4. Spark mesh(inside exhaust)
5. Chain brake lever / front hand
guard
6. Front handle
7. Starter handle
8. Spark plug
9. Air filter cover
10. Stop switch
11. Safety lock
12. Oil tank cap
13. Fan housing
14. Fuel tank cap
15. Rear handle / bootstrap
16. Operating switch
17. Choke / (carburetor setting)
18. Bar fastening nut
19. Throttle lever
20. Chain catch
21. Exhaust cover
22. Stop claw
23. Chain guard
ACCESSOIRIES
1 bottle 2-stroke oil
1 bottle chain oil
1 sparking plug spanner
1 fuel mixing bottle
SAFETY FEATURES
Numbers preceding the descriptions correspond with
the numbers on preceding page to help you locate
the safety feature.
2 LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN helps
significantly reduce kickback, or the intensity of
kickback, due to specially designed depth
gauges and guard links.
5 CHAIN BRAKE LEVER / HAND GUARD
protects the operatorʼs left hand in the event it
slips off the front handle while saw is running.
5 CHAIN BRAKE is a safety feature designed to
reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback by
stopping a moving saw chain in milliseconds. It is
activated by the CHAIN BRAKE lever.
10 STOP SWITCH immediately stops the engine
when tripped. Stop switch must be pushed to ON
position to start or restart engine.
11 SAFETY TRIGGER prevents accidental
acceleration of the engine. Throttle trigger (19)
cannot be squeezed unless the safety latch is
depressed.
20 CHAIN CATCHER reduces the danger of injury
in the event saw chain breaks or derails during
operation. The chain catcher is designed to
intercept a whipping chain.
NOTE: Study your saw and be familiar with its parts.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS FOR ASSEMBLY
You will need these tools to assemble your chain
saw:
1. Ring wrench SW 11
2. Screwdriver / spark plug wrench
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.
This manual contains not only safety information but
also general information on how to assemble,
operate and service the saw.
GUIDE BAR / SAW CHAIN / CLUTCH COVER
INSTALLATION
WARNING: Always wear protective gloves when
handling chain.
TO INSTALL GUIDE BAR:
To ensure the bar and chain receive oil, ONLY USE
THE ORIGINAL STYLE BAR with the oil passage
hole (A) as illustrated above (Fig. 3A).
1. Make sure the Chain brake lever is pulled back
into the DISENGAGED position (Fig. 3B)
2. Remove the bar fastening nut (B). Remove the 2
screws of the chain brake cover (C). Remove the
chain brake cover by pulling it straight out with a
strong tug (Fig. 3C).
Note: The chain may sag a little. This is normal.
3. Using a screwdriver, run the adjustment screw
(D) COUNTERCLOCKWISE until the TANG (E)
(projecting prong) is to the end of its travel
toward the clutch drum and sprocket (Fig. 3D).
4. Place the slotted end of the guide bar over the
bar bolts (F). Position the bar so that the
adjustment TANG fits into the lower hole (G) on
the guide bar (Fig. 3E).
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TO INSTALL SAW CHAIN:
1. Spread chain out in a loop with cutting edges (A)
pointing CLOCKWISE around loop (Fig. 4A).
2. Slip the chain around the sprocket (B) behind the
clutch (C). Make sure the links fit between the
sprocket teeth (Fig. 4B).
3. Guide the drive links into the groove and around
the end of the bar (Fig. 4B).
NOTE: The saw chain may droop slightly on the
lower part of bar. This is normal.
4. Pull the chain bar forward until the chain is
closely seated. Make sure that all the drive links
are in the groove of the bar.
5. Install the clutch cover and tighten the 2 screws.
Make sure the chain does not slip off of the bar.
Install the 2 nuts hand tight and follow tension
adjustment instructions in Section SAW CHAIN
TENSION ADJUSTMENT.
NOTE: The guide bar retaining nuts are installed only
hand tight at this point because saw chain
adjustment is required. Follow instructions in Section
SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT.
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
saw chain will result in improved cutting performance
and prolonged chain life.
WARNING: Always wear heavy duty gloves when
handling saw chain or making saw chain
adjustments.
TO ADJUST SAW CHAIN:
1. Hold nose of guide bar up and turn adjustment
screw (D) CLOCKWISE to increase chain
tension. Turning screw COUNTERCLOCKWISE
will decrease amount of tension on chain. Ensure
the chain fits snugly all the way around the guide
bar (Fig. 5).
2. After making adjustment, and while still holding
nose of bar in the uppermost position, tighten the
bar retaining nuts securely. Chain has proper
tension when it has a snug fit all around and can
be pulled around by gloved hand.
NOTE: If chain is difficult to rotate on guide bar or if it
binds, too much tension has been applied. This
requires minor adjustment as follows:
A. Loosen the bar retaining nut so they are finger
tight. Decrease tension by turning the bar
adjustment screw COUNTERCLOCKWISE
slowly. Move chain back and forth on bar.
Continue to adjust until chain rotates freely, but
fits snugly. Increase tension by turning bar
adjustment screw CLOCKWISE.
B. When saw chain has proper tension, hold nose of
bar in the uppermost position and tighten the bar
retaining nut securely.
 CAUTION: A new saw chain stretches, requiring
adjustment after as few as 5 cuts. This is normal with a
new chain, and the interval between future adjustments will
lengthen quickly.
 CAUTION: If saw chain is TOO LOOSE or TOO TIGHT,
the sprocket, bar, chain, and crankshaft bearings will wear
more rapidly.
Note: In any case do not tighten the chain immediately
after use, but wait until it cools down, it should be possible
to lift the chain in the middle of bar approx. 3 mm when
chain cooled (Fig. 6).
A
CB
Fig. 4A Fig. 4B
Fig. 3A Fig. 3B Fig. 3C B
C
A
Fig. 3D Fig. 3E
DF
G
E
Fig. 5
D
Fig. 6
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CHAIN BRAKE MECHANICAL TEST
Your chain saw is equipped with a Chain brake that
reduces possibility of injury due to kickback. The
brake is activated if pressure is applied against brake
lever when, as in the event of kickback, operatorʼs
hand strikes the lever. When the brake is actuated,
chain movement stops abruptly.
 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.
TO TEST CHAIN BRAKE:
1. The Chain brake is DISENGAGED (chain can
move) when BRAKE LEVER IS PULLED BACK
AND LOCKED (Fig. 7A).
2. The Chain brake is ENGAGED (chain is stopped)
when brake lever is in forward position. You
should not be able to move chain (Fig. 7B).
NOTE: The brake lever should snap into both
positions. If strong resistance is felt, or lever does not
move into either position, do not use your saw. Take
it immediately to a professional Service Center for
repair.
FUEL AND LUBRICATION
FUEL
Use regular grade unleaded fuel mixed with 40:1
custom 2-stroke cycle oil for best results.
Start the machine at least 3 m away from the
refueling site to avoid the possible risk of fire.
Do not smoke whilst refueling or working with the
machine.
Do not use the hedge trimmer near inflammable
liquids or gases. This could result in an explosion
and/or fire.
 WARNING: Never use straight fuel in your unit. This will
cause permanent engine damage and void the
manufacturerʼs warranty for that product.
 WARNING:Never use a fuel mixture that has been
stored for over 90 days.
 WARNING: If 2-cycle lubricant is to be used, it 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
manufacturerʼs engine warranty for that occurrence.
MIXING FUEL
Mix the fuel with the enclosed mixing bottle.
Pour the correct quantities of petrol and 2-stroke oil
into the mixing bottle (see scale printed on the
bottle). Then shake the bottle well.
WARNING: Lack of lubrication voids engine
warranty.
FUEL AND LUBRICATION
RECOMMENDED FUELS
Some conventional fuels are being blended with
oxygenates such as alcohol or an ether compound to
meet clean air standards. Your engine is designed to
operate satisfactorily on any fuel intended for
automotive use including oxygenated fuels. It is
recommended to use unleaded petrol as fuel.
CHAIN AND BAR LUBRICATION
Always refill the chain oil tank each time the fuel tank
is refilled. We recommend using Chain, Bar and
Sprocket Oil, which contains additives to reduce
friction and wear and to assist in the prevention of
pitch formation on the bar and chain.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ENGINE PRE-START CHECKS
WARNING: Never start or operate the saw unless
the bar and chain are properly installed. Ensure that
chain brake is unlocked.
1. Fill the fuel tank (A) with correct fuel mixture
(Fig. 8).
2. Fill the oil tank (B) with correct chain and bar oil
(Fig. 8).
3. Be certain the chain brake is disengaged (C)
before starting unit (Fig. 8).
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Fig. 7A Fig. 7B
Fuel and Oil Mix 40:1 Oil Only
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TO START ENGINE
The choke has 3 positions: RUN (A), HALF (B) and
CHOKE (C) (Fig. 9A).
1. Slide red STOP switch up for starting (Fig. 9B).
2. Move the yellow choke lever (E) to (CHOKE)
(Fig. 9C).
3. Push the primer bulb (F) 10 times (Fig. 9D).
4. Push the operating lock forward: Press on the
operating lock (I) with your right hand and pull the
throttle lever (H) with your index finger. Now push
the lever catch (G) forward, keep it pressed and
release the throttle lever (H). The throttle lever
(H) then locks into place in the “half throttle”
position (Fig. 9I).
5. Place saw on a firm, flat surface. Hold saw firmly
as shown. Pull starter rapidly 4 times. Beware of
moving chain! (Fig.9F)
6. Move yellow choke lever (D) to (HALF)
(Fig.9G).
7. Hold saw firmly and pull starter rapidly 4 times.
Engine should start (Fig. 9H).
8. Warm up for 10 seconds. Depress and release
trigger (H) for IDLE, then go to step 9 (Fig. 9I).
9. Move yellow choke lever (F) to (RUN) (Fig.
9J). If engine failed to start, repeat these
instructions.
RE-STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Make sure the switch is in the ON position.
2. Move the choke lever to (HALF).
3. Depress the primer bulb 10 times.
4. Set the throttle latch.
5. Pull the starter rope rapidly 4 times. The engine
should start.
6. Move the choke lever to (RUN).
7. Release the throttle
latch.
TO STOP ENGINE
1. Release trigger and allow engine to return to idle
speed.
2. Move STOP switch down to stop engine.
NOTE: For emergency stopping, simply activate
chain brake and move STOP switch down.
CHAIN BRAKEOPERATIONAL TEST
Test the chain brake periodically to ensure proper
function.
Perform a chain brake test prior to initial cutting,
following extensive cutting, and definitely following
any Chain brake service.
TEST CHAIN BRAKE AS FOLLOWS (Fig. 10) :
1. Place saw on a clear, firm, flat surface.
2. Start engine.
3. Grasp the rear handle (A) with your right hand.
4. With your left hand, hold the front handle (B) [not
chain brake lever (C)] firmly.
5. Squeeze the throttle trigger to 1/3 throttle, then
immediately activate the chain brake lever (C).
WARNING: Activate the chain brake slowly and
deliberately. Keep the chain from touching anything;
don t let the saw tip forward.
6. Chain should stop abruptly. When it does,
immediately release the throttle trigger.
WARNING: If chain does not stop, turn engine off
and take your unit to the nearest Authorized Service
Center for service.
7. If chain brake functions properly, turn the engine
off and return the chain brake to the
DISENGAGED position.
Fig. 9H
Fig. 9J
Fig. 9I
Fig. 9B
Fig. 9E
Fig. 9F
Fig. 9G
Fig. 9D
Fig. 9C
Fig. 9A
Fig. 8
H
F
E
E
G
H
I
F
A
B
A
B
C
C
Fig. 10
AB
C
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SAW CHAIN / BAR LUBRICATION
Adequate lubrication of the saw chain is essential at
all times to minimize friction with the guide bar.
Never starve the bar and chain of oil. Running the
saw with too little oil will decrease cutting efficiency,
shorten saw chain life, cause rapid dulling of chain,
and cause excessive wear of bar from overheating.
Too little oil is evidenced by smoke, bar discoloration
or pitch build-up.
NOTE: Saw chain stretches during use, particularly
when it is new, and it will occasionally be necessary
to adjust and tighten it. New chain will require
adjustment after about 5 minutes of operation.
AUTOMATIC OILER
Your chain saw is equipped with an automatic gear
driven oiler system. The oiler automatically delivers
the proper amount of oil to the bar and chain. As the
engine speed increases, so does the oil flow to the
bar pad. There is no flow adjustment. The oil
reservoir will run out at approximately the same time
as the fuel supply runs out.
GENERAL CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Please take care that risky cuts (e.g.
plunge & horizontal) should only be carried out by
professionals.
FELLING
Felling is the term for cutting down a tree. Small
trees up to 6-7 inches (15-18cm) in diameter are
usually cut in a single cut. Larger trees require notch
cuts. Notch cuts determine the direction the tree will
fall.
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 of fall, as illustrated in Fig. 12.
 CAUTION: If felling a tree on sloping ground, the chain
saw operator should keep on the uphill side of the terrain,
as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled.
IMPORTANT: Felling trees is prohibited without the
necessary training!
NOTE: Direction of fall (B) is controlled by the
notching cut. Before any cuts are made, consider the
location of larger branches and natural lean of the
tree to determine the way the tree will fall.

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 a
danger of striking utility wires; notify the utility company
before making any cuts.
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR FELLING TREES
(Fig. 13):
Normally felling consists of 2 main cutting operations,
notching (C) and making the felling cut (D).
Start making the upper notch cut (C) on the side of
the tree facing the felling direction (E). Be sure you
don t make the lower cut too deep into the trunk.
The notch (C) should be deep enough to create a
hinge (F) of sufficient width and strength. The notch
should be wide enough to direct the fall of the tree for
as long as possible.
 WARNING: Never walk in front of a tree that has
been notched. Make the felling cut (D) from the other
side of the tree and 1.5 - 2.0 inches (3-5 cm) above
the edge of the notch (C) (Fig. 13)
Never saw completely through the trunk. Always
leave a hinge. The hinge guides the tree. If the trunk
is completely cut through, control over the felling
direction is lost.
Insert a wedge or felling lever in the cut well before
the tree becomes unstable and starts to move. This
will prevent the guidebar from binding in the felling
cut if you have misjudged the falling direction. Make
sure no bystanders have entered the range of the
falling tree before you push it over.
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Fig. 12
A
B
Fig. 13
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WARNING: Before making the final cut, always
recheck the area for bystanders, animals or
obstacles.
FELLING CUT:
1. Use wooden or plastic wedges (A) to prevent
binding the bar or chain (B) in the cut. Wedges
also control felling (Fig. 14A).
2. When diameter of wood being cut is greater than
the bar length, make 2 cuts as shown (Fig. 14B).
WARNING: As the felling cut gets close to the
hinge, the tree should begin to fall. When tree begins
to fall, remove saw from cut, stop engine, put chain
saw down, and leave area along retreat path (Fig.
12).
LIMBING
Limbing a tree is the process of removing the
branches from a fallen tree. Do not remove
supporting limbs (A) until after the log is bucked (cut)
into lengths (Fig. 15). Branches under tension should
be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain
saw.
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WARNING: Never cut tree limbs while standing on
tree trunk.
BUCKING
Bucking is cutting a fallen log into lengths. Make sure
you have a good footing and stand uphill of the log
when cutting on sloping ground. If possible, the log
should be supported so that the end to be cut off is
not resting on the ground. If the log is supported at
both ends and you must cut in the middle, make a
downward cut halfway through the log and then
make the undercut. This will prevent the log from
pinching the bar and chain. Be careful that the chain
does not cut into the ground when bucking as this
causes rapid dulling of the chain.
When bucking on a slope, always stand on the uphill
side.
1. Log supported along entire length: Cut from top
(overbuck), being careful to avoid cutting into the
ground (Fig. 16A).
2. Log supported on 1 end: First, cut from bottom
(underbuck) 1/3 diameter of log to avoid
splintering. Second, cut from above (overbuck) to
meet first cut and avoid pinching (Fig. 16B).
3. Log supported on both ends: First, overbuck 1/3
diameter of log to avoid splintering. Second,
underbuck to meet first cut and avoid pinching
(Fig. 16C).
NOTE: The best way to hold a log while bucking is to
use a sawhorse. When this is not possible, the log
should be raised and supported by the limb stumps
or by using supporting logs. Be sure the log being cut
is securely supported.
BUCKING USING A SAWHORSE
For personal safety and ease of cutting, the correct
position for vertical bucking is essential (Fig. 17).
VERTICAL CUTTING:
A. Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep the
saw to the right of your body while cutting.
B. Keep the left arm as straight as possible.
C. Keep weight on both feet.
CAUTION: When working with the saw, always
make sure that the saw chain and chain bar are
sufficiently lubricated.
Fig. 15 Fig. 16A
Fig. 16B Fig. 16C
AB
Fig. 14A Fig. 14B
A
2
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B
C
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
All chain saw service, other than items listed here in
your user manual maintenance instructions, should
be performed professional.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
A good preventive maintenance program of regular
inspection and care will increase life and improve
performance of your Talon chain saw. This
maintenance checklist is a guide for such a program.
Cleaning, adjustment, and parts replacement may be
required, under certain conditions, at more frequent
intervals than those indicated.
AIR FILTER

CAUTION: Never operate saw without the air filter.
Dust and dirt will be drawn into engine and damage it.
Keep the air filter clean!
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER:
1. Remove the top cover (A) by loosening the cover
retaining screws. Cover will lift off. (Fig. 18)
2. Lift the air filter (B) out of air-box (C) (Fig. 18).
3. Clean air filter. Wash filter in clean, warm, soapy
water. Rinse in clear, cool water. Air dry
completely.
NOTE: It is advisable to have a supply of spare
filters.
4. Install air filter. Install engine / air filter cover.
Make sure cover fits properly. Tighten the cover
retaining screws securely.
 WARNING: Never perform maintenance when the
engine is hot, to avoid any chance of burning
hands or fingers.
FUEL FILTER
CAUTION: Never use the saw without a fuel filter.
After 20 hours in operation the fuel filter should be
cleaned or, in case of damage, replaced. Be sure to
empty the fuel tank before changing the filter.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Bend a piece of soft wire.
3. Reach into fuel tank opening and hook fuel line.
Carefully pull the fuel line toward the opening
until you can reach it with your fingers.
NOTE: Do not pull hose completely out of tank.
4. Lift filter (A) out of tank (Fig. 19).
5. Pull off the filter with a twist and clean it; if the
filter is damaged, dispose of it.
6. Insert a new filter. Place one end of the filter into
the tank opening. Make sure that the filter is
seated in the lower corner of the tank. If
necessary, use a long screwdriver to move the
filter to its correct position, taking care not to
damage in the process.
7. Fill tank with fresh fuel / oil mixture. See Section
FUEL AND LUBRICATION. Install fuel cap.
SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN (Fig. 20A)
NOTE: A clogged spark arrester screen will
dramatically reduce engine performance.
1. Remove the 2 bar retaining nuts (A) and loosen
the 2 screws (B) that secure the chain brake
cover (Fig. 20A).
2. Remove the chain brake cover. Remove the 3
screws that hold the silencer to the cylinder. The
silencer will lift off after retaining screws are
removed (Figure 20B).
3. Separate silencer halves (C). Remove the metal
baffles (D) and spacer tubes (E).
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Maintenance EACH HOURS OF
CHECKLIST USE OPERATION
ITEM ACTION
Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten
Air Filter Clean or Replace
Fuel Filter/Oil Filter Replace
Spark Plug Clean/Adjust/Replace
Spark Arrester Screen Inspect
Fuel Hoses Inspect
10 20
Replace as Required
Chain brake Inspect
components Replace as Required
Fig. 18
B
A
C
A
Fig. 19
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4. Discard the used spark arrester screen and
replace it with a new one (F) (Fig. 20B).
5. Reassemble the silencer components and install
the silencer to the cylinder. Tighten screws
securely.
SPARK PLUG
NOTE: For efficient operation of saw engine, spark
plug must be kept clean and properly gapped.
1. Push STOP switch down.
2. Remove the cover by undoing the cover
fastening screws (Fig. 21).
3. Disconnect the ignition cable (A) from the spark
plug by pulling and twisting it simultaneously
(Fig. 21).
4. Reinstall a new spark plug, gapped at 0.6mm.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
The carburetor was pre-set at the factory for
optimum performance. If further adjustments are
necessary, please take your unit to the nearest
professional.
STORING A CHAIN SAW
CAUTION: Never put a chain saw into storage for
longer than 30 days without carrying out the following
steps.
Storing a chain saw for longer than 30 days requires
storage maintenance. Unless the storage instructions
are followed, fuel remaining in the carburetor will
evaporate, leaving gum-like deposits. This could lead
to difficult starting and result in costly repairs.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap slowly to release any
pressure in tank. Carefully drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine and let it run until the unit stops
to remove fuel from carburetor.
3. Allow the engine to cool (approx. 5 minutes).
4. Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark
plug.
5. Pour 1 teaspoon of clean 2-cycle oil into the
combustion chamber. Pull starter rope slowly
several times to coat internal components.
Replace spark plug (Fig. 22).
NOTE: Store the unit in a dry place and away from
possible sources of ignition such as a furnace, gas
hot water heater, gas dryer, etc.
PUTTING THE SAW BACK INTO OPERATION
1. Remove spark plug.
2. Pull starter rope briskly to clear excess oil from
combustion chamber.
3. Clean the spark plug and check that the
electrode gap is correct.
4. Prepare unit for operation.
5. Fill fuel tank with proper fuel / oil mixture. See
FUEL AND LUBRICATION Section.
CHAIN BAR MAINTENANCE
Regular lubrication of the chain bar (guide rail for the
chain and teeth) is essential. The chain bar needs
the maintenance described in the following section in
order for the saw to work at an optimum level of
performance.

CAUTION: The sprocket tip on your new saw has been
pre-lubricated at the factory. Failure to lubricate the guide
bar sprocket tip as explained below will result in poor
performance and seizure, voiding the manufacturerʼs
warranty.
TOOLS FOR LUBRICATION:
A Lube Gun is recommended for applying grease to
the guide bar sprocket tip. A Lube Gun is equipped
with a needle nose tip which is necessary for the
efficient application of grease to the sprocket tip.
TO LUBRICATE SPROCKET TIP:
Lubrication of the sprocket tip is recommended after
10 hours of use or once a week, which ever occurs
first. Always thoroughly clean guide bar sprocket tip
before lubrication.
NOTE: The saw chain does not have to be removed
in order to lubricate the teeth of the chain bar.
Lubrication is possible during work, with the engine
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Fig. 22
Fig. 21
Fig. 20A
Fig. 20B
B
A
A
BC
D
EF
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switched off.
WARNING: Wear heavy duty work gloves when
handling the bar and chain.
1. Move the STOP switch down.
2. Clean the guide bar sprocket tip.
3. Using a Lube Gun, insert needle nose into the
lubrication hole and inject grease until it appears
at outside edge of sprocket tip (Fig .23).
4. Rotate saw chain by hand. Repeat lubrication
procedure until the entire sprocket tip has been
greased.
GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE:
Most guide bar problems can be prevented merely
by keeping the chain saw well maintained.
Insufficient guide bar lubrication and operating the
saw with chain that is TOO TIGHT will contribute to
rapid bar wear.
To help minimize bar wear, the following guide bar
maintenance procedures are recommended.
WARNING: Always wear protective gloves during
maintenance operations. Do not carry out
maintenance when the engine is hot.
CHAIN SHARPENING:
Chain sharpening requires special tools to ensure
that cutters are sharpened at the correct angle and
depth. For the inexperienced chain saw user, we
recommend that the saw chain be professionally
sharpened by the nearest professional Service
Center. If you feel comfortable sharpening your own
saw chain, special tools are available from the
professional Service Center.
CHAIN SHARPENING - The pitch of the chain (Fig.
24) is 3/8” LoPro x .050”.
Sharpen the chain using protective gloves and a
round file of ø3/16” (4.8mm).
Always sharpen the cutters only with outward strokes
(Fig. 25) observing the values given in Fig. 24.
After sharpening, the cutting links must all have the
same width and length.
WARNING: A sharp chain produces well-defined
chips. When your chain starts to produce sawdust, it
is time to sharpen.
After every 3-4 times the cutters have been
sharpened you need to check the height of the depth
gauges and, if necessary, lower them using the flat
file and template supplied optional, then round off the
front corner. (Fig. 26)
WARNING: Proper adjustment of the depth gauge
is as important as proper sharpening of the chain.
GUIDE BAR - The bar should be reversed every 8
working hours to ensure uniform wear.
Keep the bar groove and lubrication hole clean using
a bar groove cleaner. (Fig. 27)
Check the bar rails frequently for wear and, if
necessary, remove the burs and square-up the rails
using the flat file. (Fig. 28)
WARNING: Never mount a new chain on a worn
sprocket or self-aligning ring.
BAR WEAR - Turn guide bar frequently at regular
intervals (for example, after 8 hours of use), to
ensure even wear on top and bottom of bar.
OIL PASSAGES - Oil passages on the bar should be
cleaned to ensure proper lubrication of the bar and
chain during operation.
NOTE: The condition of the oil passages can be
easily checked. If the passages are clear, the chain
will automatically give off a spray of oil within
seconds of starting the saw. Your saw is equipped
with an automatic oiler system.
CHAIN MAINTENANCE
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Fig. 23
Fig. 25 Fig. 26
Fig. 24
Fig. 27 Fig. 28
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CHAIN TENSION:
Check the chain tension frequently and adjust as
often as necessary to keep the chain snug on the
bar, but loose enough to be pulled around by hand.
BREAKING IN A NEW SAW CHAIN:
A new chain and bar will need chain readjustment
after as few as 5 cuts. This is normal during the
break-in period, and the interval between future
adjustments will begin to
lengthen quickly.
WARNING: Never have more than 3 links
removed from a loop of chain. This could cause
damage to the sprocket.
CHAIN LUBRICATION:
Always make sure the automatic oiler system is
working properly. Keep the oil tank filled with Chain,
Bar and Sprocket Oil.
Adequate lubrication of the bar and chain during
cutting operations is essential to minimize friction
with the guide bar.
Never starve the bar and chain of lubricating oil.
Running the saw dry or with too little oil will decrease
cutting efficiency, shorten saw chain life, cause rapid
dulling of chain, and lead to excessive wear of bar
from overheating. Too little oil is evidenced by smoke
or bar discoloration.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Please quote the following data when ordering
replacement parts:
Type of machine
Article number of the machine
Identification number of the machine
Replacement part number of the part required
Helpline Numbers:
UK: 0151 649 1500
IRE: 189 094 6244
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TROUBLESHOOTING THE ENGINE
Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action
Unit wonʼt start or starts but will
not run.
Incorrect starting procedures. Follow instructions in the User
Manual.
Incorrect carburetor mixture
adjustment setting.
Have carburetor adjusted by an
Authorized Service Center.
Fouled spark plug Clean / gap or replace plug.
Fuel filter plugged. Replace fuel filter.
Unit starts, but engine has low
power.
Incorrect lever position on choke. Move to RUN position.
Dirty spark arrester screen Replace spark arrester screnn
Dirty air filter. Remove, clean and reinstall filter.
Incorrect carburetor mixture
adjustment setting.
Have carburetor adjusted by an
Authorized Service Center.
The distance between the motor
and the ignition coil has changed
Arrange for an authorized
Customer Service workshop to
adjust the distance between the
rotor and the ignition coil to
0.3-0.4 mm
Engine hesitates.
No power under load.
Incorrect carburetor mixture
adjustment setting.
Have carburetor adjusted by an
Authorized Service Center.
Runs erratically. Incorrectly gapped spark plug. Clean / gap or replace plug.
Smokes excessively. Incorrect carburetor mixture
adjustment setting.
Have carburetor adjusted by an
Authorized Service Center.
Incorrect fuel mixture. Use properly mixed fuel (40:1
mixture).
Chain does not move chain brake activated release chain brake
Poor cutting performance blunt chain sharpen chain
chain incorrectly fitted check chain fitment
chain tension check tension
Saw works only with difficulty,
chain jumps off term
chain tension check tension
Chain becomes hot chain lubrication check oil level
check chain lubricatiom
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If after trying all of the above procedures please
call the help line for further assistance
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GUARANTEE CERTIFICATE
Dear Customer,
All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the
unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address
shown on this guarantee card. Of course, if you would prefer to call us then we are also happy to offer our
assistance under the service number printed below. Please note the following terms under which guarantee
claims can be made:
1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory warranty
rights. We do not charge you for this guarantee.
2. Our guarantee only covers problems caused by material or manufacturing defects, and it is restricted to
the rectification of these defects or replacement of the device. Please note that our devices have not
been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Consequently, the guarantee is
invalidated if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial applications or for other
equivalent activities. The following are also excluded from our guarantee: compensation for transport
damage, damage caused by failure to comply with the installation/assembly instructions or damage
caused by unprofessional installation, failure to comply with the operating instructions (e.g. connection
to the wrong mains voltage or current type), misuse or inappropriate use (such as overloading of the
device or use of non-approved tools or accessories), failure to comply with the maintenance and safety
regulations, ingress of foreign bodies into the device (e.g. sand, stones or dust), effects of force or
external influences (e.g. damage caused by the device being dropped) and normal wear resulting from
proper operation of the device.
The guarantee is rendered null and void if any attempt is made to tamper with the device.
3. The guarantee is valid for a period of 2 years starting from the purchase date of the device. Guarantee
claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being
noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original
guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced.
In such cases, the work performed or parts fitted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period,
and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fitted. This also applies when
an on-site service is used.
Of course, we are also happy offer a chargeable repair service for any defects which are not covered by
the scope of this guarantee or for units which are no longer covered. To take advantage of this service,
please send the device to our service address.
Sovereign Customer Helpline:
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