Talon AC3102-55SC User manual

MODEL NO. AC3102-55SC/AC310220S
USER MANUAL
Petrol Chain Saws
43Þ
CKA
SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE
WARNING • PLEASE READ
Beware of kickback. Hold chain saw firmly with both hands during use. For your own safety, please
read and follow the safety precautions in this manual before attempting to operate your chain saw.
Improper use can cause serious injury.
This product has been tested at a computed kickback angle (CKA) of no greater than 43 degrees.
9096-31B203
CHAIN SAW WARRANTY
The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all other conditions and warranties in respect of
this product which the consumer may have taken under the Trade Practices Act 1974 or by any legislation
of a State or Territory of Australia. This product is warranted by Talon Tools Australia (ABN 12 099 520
939)(the “Company”) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from
the date of original purchase. The Company during the period of the warranty, will at its option, and sub-
ject to the conditions stated herein, repair or replace without charge this product or any component part,
which upon examination by an Authorised Service Agent or by the Company is found to be defective.
Warranty conditions
This warranty will not apply:
(i) where this product has been subjected to misuse, abuse, accident or want of care;
(ii) where this product has been used for a purpose for which it was not designed or is not suited;
(iii) where the service of this product has been undertaken by a person not authorised by the Company
to carry out such work or where parts that have not been approved by the Company have been used;
(iv) where this product has been used for industrial purposes.
Should service become necessary during the warranty period, the purchaser should contact an Authorised
Service Agent or the Company. In order to obtain warranty service, the purchaser must present the store
receipt showing the name of the retailer and the date of purchase together with a completed Warranty
Card. The period of the warranty begins from the original date of purchase, notwithstanding any subse-
quent repair or parts replacement. No additional warranty or guarantee other than set out in this document,
whether written or verbal, is authorised to be made on the Company's behalf. The purchaser shall be
responsible for delivery or causing the product to be delivered to the Company or the Authorised Service
Agent and the purchaser shall be responsible for all charges in connection with re-delivery of the product
and/or the delivery of parts. Damage in transit is not covered by this warranty and purchasers should
remove from the product any liquids (if applicable) before sending and pack the product securely to pre-
vent damage.
Warranty exclusions
Normal wear parts or components are subject to seperate terms as follows: Normal wear parts, compo-
nents or service required when performing normal and regular maintenance of this product are not covered
by warranty unless it is found to be defective by an Authorised Service Agent or by the Company. Normal
wear parts include, but are not limited to:
Chains.
Chain Bar.
Spark Plugs.
Carburetor Adjustments.
Lubricants.
Engine Tune-ups.
Filters.
Returns based on the above listed normal wear parts will not be accepted under this warranty as they
are considered consumable items and are at the expense of the purchaser.
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PROBABLE CAUSE
Incorrect starting procedures.
Incorrect carburettor mixture adjustment
setting.
Fouled spark plug
Fuel filter blocked.
Incorrect lever position on choke.
Dirty spark arrester screen.
Dirty air filter.
Incorrect carburettor mixture adjustment
setting.
Incorrect carburettor mixture adjustment
setting.
Incorrectly gapped spark plug.
Incorrect carburettor mixture adjustment
setting.
Incorrect fuel mixture.
Chain brake is engaged.
Chain brake engaged.
Incorrect chain tension.
Chain incorrectly fitted.
Blocked passages.
Oil leaking from unit after use.
Oil comming out of cap.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES AU
WARNING! When using petrol 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 start-
ing 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 muffler
away from your body.
10. DO NOT operate a chain saw that is damaged,
improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely
assembled. Be sure that the saw chain stops mov-
ing when the throttle control trigger is released.
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 appropri-
ate 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 lubricate, fill with fuel or oil when the chain
saw engine 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.
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar
touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinch-
es 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 exclu-
sively 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. Don’t 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 obstruc-
tion which could be hit while you are operating the
saw.
KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Read the user manual before using the machine
Whenever the machine is in use, safety goggles
must be worn to safeguard against flying objects,
as must ear protectors such as a sound proof hel-
met, in order to protect the operators hearing.
Wear gloves to protect your hands.
Wear safety boots to protect your feet.
Do not operate unit in the rain.
Danger! Beware of kickback!
Meaning of symbols marked on the product
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TROUBLESHOOTING THE ENGINE
PROBLEM
Unit won’t start or starts but will not run.
Unit starts, but engine has low power.
Engine hesitates.
No power under load.
Runs erratically.
Smokes excessively.
Cannot remove chain sprocket cover
Unit does not cut properly.
Chain oil not feeding or leaking from unit.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Follow instructions in the User Manual.
Have carburettor adjusted by an Authorized
Service Center.
Clean / gap or replace plug.
Replace fuel filter.
Move to RUN position.
Replace spark arrester screen.
Remove, clean and reinstall filter.
Have carburettor adjusted by an Authorized
Service Center.
Have carburettor adjusted by an Authorized
Service Center.
Clean / gap or replace plug.
Have carburettor adjusted by an Authorized
Service Center.
Use properly mixed fuel (25:1 mixture).
Disengage chain brake.
Disengage chain brake. Unit will “smoke” if
chain brake is engaged while trying to run.
Adjust chain tension.
Cutting edges of chain should face forward
on top of chain bar.
Remove sprocket cover and ensure the
area around the sprocket and bar are clean
and free of saw dust.
A small amount of oil will always discharge
from the unit after use. This is the oil remain-
ing in the lines after use.
Clean oil passages. Oil passages that are
blocked will build up pressure in tank thus
forcing oil out of cap.
The cap seal maybe faulty. Exchange oil
filler cap.
The following basic trouble shooting checks can be easily carried out to determine whether or not the unit is running
properly. If the unit will not operate after these checks then the product should be taken to an authorised service agent
for further inspection.
Ensure a small amount of fresh 2 stroke fuel (25:1 fuel:oil) is either in the tank or available for use during trouble shoot-
ing.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
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17 11
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18 20
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12 13
15
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19
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1. Guide Bar
2. Saw Chain
3. Saw Chain Adjustment Screw
4. Spark Arrester Screen
5. Chain Brake Lever/Hand Guard
6. Front Handle
7. Starter Handle
8. Spark Plug
9. Air Cleaner Cover
10. Stop Switch
11. Safety Trigger
12. Bar Oil Tank Cap
13. Starter Cover
14. Fuel Tank Cap
15. Rear Handle/Boot Loop
16. Throttle Latch
17. Choke Lever
18. Bar Retaining Nuts
19. Throttle Trigger
20. Chain Catcher
21. Chain Brake Cover
22. Combination Wrench
23. Carry Case
24. Guide Bar Cover
• SAFETY FEATURES
2. LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN helps significantly
reduce kickback, or the intensity of kickback, due to
specially designed depth gauges and guard links.
3. CHAIN SAW ADJUSTMENT SCREW It is normal for
a new chain saw chain to stretch after the first 30 min-
utes of use. Check the tension of the chain regularly
to ensure the best performance, see SAW CHAIN
ADJUSTMENT under MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
INSTRUCTIONS.
5. CHAIN BRAKE LEVER / HAND GUARD protects the
operator’s left hand in the event it slips off the front
handle while saw is running.
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
pushed up. Stop switch must be pushed down to start
or restart engine.
11. SAFETY TRIGGER prevents accidental acceleration
of the engine. Throttle trigger (19) cannot be
squeezed unless the safety trigger is depressed.
17. CHOKE LEVER aids in starting the engine.
19. THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed.
20. CHAIN CATCHER reduces the danger of injury in
the event saw chain breaks or derails during opera-
tion. The chain catcher is designed to intercept a
whipping chain.
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Model No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AC3102-55SC
Engine Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55cc (3.36 cu-in)
Maximum Shaft Brake Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3 kW
Cutting Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20” (50cm)
Chain Pitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.325”
Chain Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.050mm
Idle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,200-4,400 min-1.
Speed in Max power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,000-13,000 min-1
Fuel Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500 ml
Oil Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250 ml
Anti Vibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Y
Super Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Y
Sprocket Tip Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Teeth
Chain Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Y
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Y
Automatic Chain Oiler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Y
Lower Kick Back Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Y
Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.31 kg
Sound pressure level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 dB(A)
Sound power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 dB(A)
Mean braking time at racing speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.07s
SPECIFICATIONS
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4. Cut at high engine speeds.
5. Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height.
6. Follow manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance
instructions for the saw chain.
7. Only use replacement bars and chains specified by
the manufacturer or the equivalent.
• MORE ABOUT KICKBACK
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 oper-
ator. 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.
• KICKBACK SAFETY LABELS (FIG. 2)
Your Talon Chain Saw is provided with a safety label
located on the chain brake lever/hand guard. This label,
along with the safety instructions on these pages, should
be carefully read before attempting to operate this unit.
RECOMMENDED
Recommended cutting procedure.
GREEN
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
Fig. 1A
AA
B
A
A
B
C
Fig. 1B
BEWARE OF:
ROTATIONAL KICKBACK THE PUSH
(FIG. 1A) (PINCH KICKBACK)
AND PULL REACTIONS
(Fig. 1B)
A = Kickback path A = Pull
B = Kickback reaction zone B = Solid objects
C = Push
WARNING: RED Used to warn that an
unsafe procedure should not be performed.
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3
2
4
Fig. 2
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.

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If saw chain is TOO LOOSE or TOO TIGHT, the sprock-
et, bar, chain, and crankshaft bearings will wear more rap-
idly. Study Fig. 4A for information concerning correct cold
tension (A), correct warm tension (B), and as a guide for
when saw chain needs adjustment (C).
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. 4B).
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 2 bar retaining nuts 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 2 bar retain-
ing nuts securely.
• 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, operator’s hand strikes the
lever. When the brake is activated, chain movement stops
abruptly.
To Test CHAIN BRAKE:
1. The Chain Brake is DISENGAGED (chain can move)
when BRAKE LEVER IS PULLED BACK AND
LOCKED (Fig. 5A).
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. 5B).
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
Use regular grade unleaded gasoline mixed with 2-cycle
engine oil in 25:1 ratio for best results. Use mixing ratios
in Section FUEL MIXING TABLE.
•MIXING FUEL
Mix fuel with Talon brand 2 cycle oil in an approved con-
tainer. Use mixing table for correct ratio of fuel to oil.
Shake container to ensure thorough mix.
• FUEL AND LUBRICATION
Fig. 4A
ABC
Fig. 4B
D
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.
Fig. 5A Fig. 5B
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.
WARNING: If 2-cycle lubricant other than Talon
Custom Lubricant is to be used, it must be a pre-
mium grade oil for 2-cycle air cooled engines
mixed at a 25:1 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
engine warranty for that occurrence.
WARNING: Lack of lubrication voids engine
warranty.
Gasoline and Oil Mix 25:1 Oil Only
• 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
Your new chain saw will require adjustment of chain, fill-
ing the fuel tank with correct fuel mixture and filling the oil
tank with lubricating oil before the unit is ready for opera-
tion.
Read the entire user manual before attempting to oper-
ate 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.
• GUIDE BAR / SAW CHAIN / CLUTCH COVER
INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the Chain Brake lever is pulled back into
the DISENGAGED position (Fig. 3B)
2. Remove the 2 bar retaining nuts (B). Remove the
Chain Brake cover (C) (Fig. 3C).
3. Using a screwdriver, run the adjustment screw (D)
COUNTERCLOCKWISE until the TANG (E) (project-
ing 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 2 bar
bolts (F). Position the bar so that the adjustment
TANG fits into the lower hole (G) on the guide bar
(Fig. 3E).
5. Spread chain out in a loop with cutting edges (A)
pointing CLOCKWISE around loop (Fig. 3F).
6. Slip the chain around the sprocket (J) behind the
clutch (K). Make sure the links fit between the sprock-
et teeth (Fig. 3G).
7. Guide the drive links into the groove (L) and around
the end of the bar (Fig. 3G).
8. The chain will be tight so you will have to rotate the
clutch clockwise by hand so the chain engages the
bar sprocket (Fig. 3H).
9. Inspect to ensure that tang (E) is in the adjustment
hole on the bar (Fig. 3J).
10. Locate the outer guide bar plate (M) in the user’s kit
and install it so the bent edges (top and bottom) are
directed away from the chain (Fig. 3K)
11. Install spike on Chain Brake cover as shown in Fig.
3L.
12. Install the Chain Brake cover. Make sure the chain
does not slip off of the bar. Install the 2 nuts hand
tight and follow TENSION ADJUSTMENT INSTRUC-
TIONS.
NOTE: The guide bar retaining nuts are installed only
hand tight at this point to allow SAW CHAIN ADJUST-
MENT.
• 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 pro-
longed chain life.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: DO NOT start saw engine until
unit is properly prepared.
WARNING: Always wear protective gloves
when handling chain.
Fig. 3A Fig. 3B
A
Fig. 3C Fig. 3D
CB
D
E
Fig. 3E Fig. 3F
F
G
H
Fig. 3G Fig. 3H
JL
K
E
Fig. 3J Fig. 3K Fig. 3L
M
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: Always wear heavy duty gloves
when handling saw chain or making saw chain
adjustments.

• FUEL MIXING TABLE
•RECOMMENDED FUELS
Some conventional gasolines are being blended with oxy-
genates such as alcohol or an ether compound to meet
clean air standards. Your Talon engine is designed to
operate satisfactorily on any gasoline intended for auto-
motive use including oxygenated gasolines.
• CHAIN AND BAR LUBRICATION
Always refill the chain oil tank each time the fuel tank is
refilled.
• ENGINE PRE-START CHECKS
1. Fill the fuel tank (A) with correct fuel mixture (Fig. 6).
2. Fill the oil tank (B) with correct chain and bar oil (Fig.
6).
3. Be certain the chain brake is disengaged (C) before
starting unit (Fig. 6).
• TO START ENGINE
1. Slide STOP switch (D) down for starting (Fig. 7A).
The choke has 3 positions: RUN (A), HALF (B) and
CHOKE (C) (Fig. 7B).
2. Move the choke lever (E) to (CHOKE) (Fig. 7C).
3. Push the primer bulb (F) 10 times (Fig. 7D).
4. Activate throttle latch: depress throttle latch (A), then
squeeze throttle trigger (B), release trigger and then
the latch (Fig. 7E).
5. Grip the front handle firmly with left hand, place your
right foot through the rear handle, and pull the starter
rope quickly with your right hand until the engine
sounds as if it is trying to start. (Fig.7F)
IMPORTANT: Do not pull the starter rope more than 2-3
times as this may flood the engine.
6. Move choke lever (D) to (HALF) (Fig.7G).
7. Hold saw firmly and pull starter rapidly 4 times.
Engine should start (Fig. 7H).
8. Warm up for 10 seconds. Depress and release trig-
ger (E) for IDLE, then go to step 9 (Fig. 7J).
9. Move choke lever (F) to (RUN) (Fig. 7K). If engine
failed to start, repeat these instructions.
• RE-STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Make sure the STOP 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 up to stop engine.
NOTE: For emergency stopping, simply activate chain
brake and move STOP switch up.
•CHAIN BRAKE OPERATIONAL 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.
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Fig. 6
C
B
A
Fig. 7A Fig. 7B
A
Fig. 7E Fig. 7F
A
Fig. 7G Fig. 7H
DF
Fig. 7J Fig. 7K
F
B
GASOLINE 25:1 Ratio Lubricant
5 Liters 6.7 oz. 200ml (cc)
1 lmp. Gal. 6.1 oz. 180ml (cc)
Mixing 25 Parts Gasoline
Procedure to 1 part Lubricant
1ml = 1cc
Fig. 7C Fig. 7D
E
F
TEST CHAIN BRAKE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Place saw on a clear, firm, flat surface.
2. Start engine.
3. Grasp the rear handle (A) with your right hand.
(Fig. 8)
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).
6. Chain should stop abruptly. When it does,
immediately release the throttle trigger.
7. If chain brake functions properly, turn the engine off
and return the chain brake to the DISENGAGED
position.
• 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. The amount
of oil flowing to the bar and chain may be changed by
turning the adjustment screw (A) as shown in Fig. 9. Turn
the screw clockwise to DECREASE oil flow and counter-
clockwise to INCREASE the flow.
• 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:
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.
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR FELLING TREES:
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.
Fig. 8
A
BC
WARNING: Activate the chain brake slowly and
deliberately. Keep the chain from touching any-
thing; don t let the saw tip forward.
WARNING: If chain does not stop, turn
engine off and take your unit to the nearest
Talon Authorized Service Center for service.
Fig. 9
A
GENERAL CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS
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. 10A.
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.
Fig. 10A
B
A
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.

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.
All chain saw service, other than items listed here in your
user manual maintenance instructions, should be per-
formed professional.
• PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
A good preventive maintenance program of regular
inspection and care will increase life and improve per-
formance 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 inter-
vals than those indicated.
•AIR FILTER
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER:
1. Remove the top cover (A) and lift out air filter (B) (Fig. 14).
2. 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.
3. Install air filter. Install top cover. Make sure cover fits
properly. Tighten the cover retaining screws securely.
• FUEL FILTER
1. Remove air box cover and air filter as shown in sec-
tion AIR FILTER.
2. Disconnect fuel hose (A) from carburetor fitting
3. Pull fuel filter (C) out of tank with a bent wire (D) or
long needle nosed pliers. Disconnect filter and dis-
card.
NOTE: Do not pull hose completely out of tank.
4. Install a new fuel filter on hose and pull hose/filter
assembly back into tank so filter is positioned in front
right corner.
5. Reconnect fuel hose (A) to carburetor fitting (B).
Replace air filter and air box cover (Fig. 15).
6. Fill tank with fresh fuel / oil mixture. Install fuel cap.
• SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN (Fig. 16)
NOTE: A clogged spark arrester screen will dramatically
reduce engine performance.
1. Remove 2 muffler retaining nuts (A), Lock plate (B)
and muffler cover(C).
2. Remove spark arrester screen (D) from the metal
baffle (E). Replace screen with new one.
3. Reassemble the muffler components and tighten
nuts securely.
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CAUTION: While the saw is cutting, be sure
the chain and bar are being properly lubricat-
ed.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Replace as Required
Chain brake Inspect
components Replace as Required
CAUTION: Never operate saw without the air fil-
ter. Dust and dirt will be drawn into engine and
damage it. Keep the air filter clean!
CAUTION: Never perform maintenance when
the engine is hot, to avoid any chance of burn-
ing hands or fingers.
Fig. 14
A
B
CAUTION: Never operate your saw without a
fuel filter. The fuel filter should be replaced
after each 20 hours of use. Drain fuel tank
completely before changing filter.
Fig. 15
C
D
B
A
Fig. 16
EDC
B
A
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Never saw completely through the trunk. Always leave a
hinge. The hinge guides the tree. If the trunk is complete-
ly 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 pre-
vent 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.
FELLING CUT:
1. Use wooden or plastic wedges (G) to prevent bind-
ing the bar or chain (H) in the cut. Wedges also
control felling (Fig. 10C).
2. When diameter of wood being cut is greater than
the bar length, make 2 cuts as shown (Fig. 10D).
• 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. 11).
Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up
to avoid binding the chain saw.
• BUCKING
Bucking is cutting a fallen log into lengths. Make sure you
have a good footing and stand uphill of the log when cut-
ting on sloping ground. If possible, the log should be sup-
ported 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. 12A).
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. 12B).
3. Log supported on both ends: First, overbuck 1/3
diameter of log to avoid splintering. Second, under-
buck to meet first cut and avoid pinching (Fig. 12C).
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 sup-
porting logs. Be sure the log being cut is securely sup-
ported.
• BUCKING USING A SAWHORSE
For personal safety and ease of cutting, the correct posi-
tion for vertical bucking is essential (Fig. 13).
Fig. 10B
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. 10B)
WARNING: Before making the final cut,
always recheck the area for bystanders, ani-
mals or obstacles.
Fig. 10C
AB
Fig. 10D
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. 10A).
WARNING: Never cut tree limbs while
standing on tree trunk.
Fig. 11 Fig. 12A
Fig. 12B Fig. 12C
Fig. 13
B
A
C
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• SPARK PLUG
NOTE: For efficient operation of saw engine, spark plug
must be kept clean and properly gapped.
1. Push STOP switch up.
2. Disconnect the wire connector from the spark plug by
pulling and twisting at the same time (Fig. 18).
3. Remove spark plug with spark plug socket wrench.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER TOOL.
4. Reinstall a new spark plug, gapped at .025”
(.635mm).
• CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
The carburetor was pre-set at the factory for optimum per-
formance. If further adjustments are necessary, please
take your your unit to the nearest professional.
• STORING A CHAIN SAW
Storing a chain saw for longer than 30 days requires stor-
age maintenance. Unless the storage instructions are fol-
lowed, fuel remaining in the carburetor will evaporate,
leaving gum-like deposits. This could lead to difficult start-
ing and result in costly repairs.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap slowly to release any pres-
sure 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 com-
bustion chamber. Pull starter rope slowly several
times to coat internal components. Replace spark
plug (Fig. 19).
NOTE: Store the unit in a dry place and away from possi-
ble sources of ignition such as a furnace, gas hot water
heater, gas dryer, etc.
• REMOVING A UNIT FROM STORAGE
1. Remove spark plug.
2. Pull starter rope briskly to clear excess oil from com-
bustion chamber.
3. Clean and gap spark plug or install a new spark plug
with proper gap.
4. Prepare unit for operation.
5. Fill fuel tank with proper fuel / oil mixture. See Fuel
and Lubrication Section.
• GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE
Frequent lubrication of the guide bar (railed bar which
supports and carries the saw chain) sprocket tip is
required. Proper maintenance of the guide bar, as
explained in this section, is essential to keep your saw in
good working condition.
SPROCKET TIP LUBRICATION:
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.
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 main-
tenance procedures are recommended.
Sharpen the chain using protective gloves and a round file
of ø3/16” (4.8mm).
Always sharpen the cutters only with outward strokes
(Fig. 22) observing the values given in Fig. 21.
After sharpening, the cutting links must all have the same
width and length.
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 sup-
plied optional, then round off the front corner. (Fig. 23)
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GUIDE BAR - The bar should be reversed every 8 work-
ing hours to ensure uniform wear.
Keep the bar groove and lubrication hole clean using a
bar groove cleaner. (Fig. 24)
Check the bar rails frequently for wear and, if necessary,
remove the burs and square-up the rails using the flat file.
(Fig. 25)
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 auto-
matically give off a spray of oil within seconds of starting
the saw. Your saw is equipped with an automatic oiler
system.
• CHAIN MAINTENANCE
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.
CHAIN LUBRICATION:
Always make sure the automatic oiler system is working
properly. Keep the oil tank filled with Talon 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 effi-
ciency, shorten saw chain life, cause rapid dulling of
chain, and lead to excessive wear of bar from overheat-
ing. Too little oil is evidenced by smoke or bar discol-
oration.
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 avail-
able from the professional Service Center.
Fig. 21
Fig. 23
Fig. 22
Fig. 25Fig. 24
WARNING: Never mount a new chain on a
worn sprocket or self-aligning ring.
WARNING: Never have more than 3 links
removed from a loop of chain. This could cause
damage to the sprocket.
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Fig. 18 Fig. 19
CAUTION: Never store a chain saw for
longer than 30 days without performing the
following procedures.
BAR / CHAIN MAINTENANCE
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 manufacturer’s warranty.
WARNING: A sharp chain produces well-
defined chips. When your chain starts to produce
sawdust, it is time to sharpen.
WARNING: Proper adjustment of the depth
gauge is as important as proper sharpening of
the chain.