Zenoah G2001 User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
CHAIN SAW
Original Language
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1. Parts location
Contents
1. Parts location ...................................................2
2. Specification ....................................................3
3. Warning labels .................................................3
4. For safe operation ............................................4
5. Explanation of Symbols on the Machine..........8
6. Installing Guide Bar and Saw Chain ................9
7. Fuel and chain oil...........................................10
8. Operating the Engine.....................................11
9. Sawing ...........................................................12
10. Maintenance ..................................................14
11. Maintenance of Saw Chain and Guide Bar....15
12. Troubleshooting Guide...................................16
13. Disposal .........................................................16
1. Front guard
2. Starter knob
3. Air cleaner
4. Choke knob
5. Throttle interlock
6. Right handle
7. Throttle lever
8. Engine switch
9. Fuel tank
10. Oil tank
11. Left handle
12. Saw chain
13. Guide Bar
SAFETY FIRST
Instructions contained in warnings within this manual marked
with a symbol concern critical points which must be taken into
consideration to prevent possible serious bodily injury, and for
this reason you are requested to read all such instructions care-
fully and follow them without fail.
NOTES ON TYPES OF WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL
WARNING
This mark indicates instructions, which must be followed in order
to prevent accidents, which could lead to serious bodily injury
or death.
IMPORTANT
This mark indicates instructions, which must be followed, or it
leads to mechanical failure, breakdown, or damage.
NOTE
This mark indicates hints or directions useful in the use of the
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Power unit:
Displacement (cm3): ............................................. 18.3
Fuel: .................Mixture (Gasoline 50: Two-cycle oil 1)
(when using ZENOAH genuine oil)
Fuel tank capacity (cm3)........................................ 170
Chain oil: ................................ Motor oil SAE# 10W-30
Oil tank capacity (cm3).......................................... 160
Carburetor: ....................................... Diaphragm type
Ignition system: .............................................Pointless
Spark plug: ............................................. NGK CMR7A
Oil feeding system: ......Automatic pump with adjuster
Power.......................................... 0.62/9,000 (kw/min-3)
Max speed............................................. 12,500 (min-3)
Idle speed................................................ 2,900 (min-3)
Noise at Operator’s ear (Racing) ...................... 102dB
Dimensions (L x W x H) (mm): ...........270 x 205 x 190
Dry weight
Power unit only (kg): ..............................................2.3
Cutting head:
Sprocket (Teeth x Pitch): ................................ 8T x 1/4
Guide bar
Type: ............................Zenoah carving SPRO CKET
Size (in. (mm)): ..............................................8 (200)
Saw chain
Type: ....................................................Oregon 25AP
Pitch (in. (mm)): .........................................1/4 (6.35)
Gauge (in. (mm)): .....................................0.05 (1.27)
Specificatiotns are subject to change without notice.
3. Warning labels on the machine
(1) Read operator's manual be-
fore operation this machine. (5) Warning/Attention.
(2) Wear head, eye and ear pro-
tection. (6) Never touch hot surface.
(3) Use the chain saw with two
hands.
(7) Use appropriate protections
for foot-leg and hand-arm.
(4) Warning! Kickback it’s dan-
ger.
(8) This saw is for trained tree
service operators only.
Never remodel the product.
We won’t warrant the machine, if you use the
remodeled product or you don’t observe the
proper usage written in the manual.
If warning label peels off or becomes soiled and
impossible to read, you should contact the
dealer from which you purchased the product
to order new labels and affix them in the re-
quired location(s).
2. Specificaions

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4. For safe operation
WARNING
This chainsaw has been especially designed for tree
maintenance and should therefore only be used by trained
operators when working on trees.
When using this product for the first time, before beginning
actual work, learn to handling it from skilled worker.
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 en-
gine.
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 cut-
ting. 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 oper-
ate 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 run-
ning. 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 run-
ning.
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 dam-
aged parts. Never operate a chain
saw 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 fly-
wheel to disintegrate.)
15. Always shut off the engine before
setting it down.
16. Use extreme caution when cutting
small size brush and saplings be-
cause 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 ten-
sion, be alert for spring- back so that
you will not be struck when the ten-
sion 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.

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(1) (2)
(3)
(1) muffler guard
(2) guide bar
(3) saw chain
20. Operate the chain saw only in well
ventilated areas. Never start or run
the engine inside a closed room or
building. Exhaust fumes contain dan-
gerous 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 dan-
gerous loss of control of the chain
saw.
23. When transporting your chain saw,
make sure the appropriate guide bar
scabbard is in place.
24. Never touch the muffer guard, guide
bar, saw chain or nut with bare hands
while the engine is in operation or im-
mediately after shutting down the
engine. Doing so could result in seri-
ous burns because of high tempera-
ture.
KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
FOR CHAIN SAW USERS
WARNING
• 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 kick-
back 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 fin-
gers encircling the chain saw
handles. A firm grip will help you re-
duce kickback and maintain control
of the saw.
(3) Make certain that the area in which
you are cutting is free from obstruc-
tions. 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 shoul-
der 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.
WORSE 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perma-
nent and you won’t be able to feel things at all;
• youwillhavedifcultypickingupsmallobjectssuch
as screws or nails;
• the vibration white nger could happen more fre-
quently and affect more of your fingers.
FOR PROTECTING YOUR BODY FROM VIBRATION
Please observe the following matter, in order to pro-
tect 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 vi-
bration).
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disas-
semble the machine.
• Whenyoudisposeofthemachine,fuel,chainoil,
be sure to follow your local regulations.

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The saw should only be attached to the recommended
attachment points on the harness. These may be at
mid-point (front or rear) or at the sides. Where possible
attaching the saw to centre rear mid-point will keep it
clear of climbing lines and support its weight centrally
down the operator’s spine.
When moving the saw from any attachment point to an-
other, operators should ensure it is secured in the new
position before releasing it from the previous attachment
point.
Using the chainsaw in the tree
An analysis of accidents with these saws during tree
service operations shows the primary cause as being
inappropriate one-handed use of the saw. In the vast
majority of accidents, operators fail to adopt a secure
work position witch allows them to hold both handles of
the saw. This results in an increased risk of injury due
to:
• nothavingarmgriponthesawifitkicksback;
• alackofcontrolofthesawsuchthatitismoreliable
to contact climbing lines and operators body (par-
ticularly the left hand and arm)
• losingcontrolfrominsecureworkpositionresultingin
contact with the saw (unexpected movement during
operation of the saw)
Securing the work position for two-handed use
To allow the operator to hold the saw with both hands,
they should as general rule, aim for secure work position
where they are operating the saw at:
• hiplevelwhencuttinghorizontalsections;
• solarplexuslevelwhencuttingverticalsections.
Where the operator is working close into vertical stems
with a low lateral forces on their work position, then a
good footing may be all that is needed to maintain a
secure work position. However as operators move away
from the stem, they will need to take steps to remove or
counteract the increasing lateral forces by, for example,
a re-direct of the main line via a supplementary anchor
point or using an adjustable strop direct from the harness
to a supplementary anchor point.
WORKING WITH TREE SERVICE CHAIN-SAWS
FROM A ROPE AND HARNESS
This chapter sets out working practices to reduce the
risk of injury from tree service chainsaws when working
at height from a rope and harness. While it may form
the basis of guidance and training literature, it should
not be regarded as a substitute for formal training.
General requirements working at height
Operators of tree service chainsaws working at height
from a rope and harness should never work alone. A
competent ground worker trained in appropriate emer-
gency procedures should assist them.
Operators of tree service chainsaws for this work should
be trained in general safe climbing and work position-
ing techniques and shall properly equipped with har-
nesses, ropes, strops, karabiners and other equipment
for maintaining secure and safe working positions for
both themselves and the saw.
Preparing to use the saw in the tree
The chainsaw should checked, fuelled, started and
warmed up by the ground worker before it is sent up to
the operator in the tree. The chainsaw should be fitted
with a suitable strop for attaching to the operator’s har-
ness:
a) secure the strop around the attachment point on the
rear of the saw;
b) provide suitable karabiners to allow indirect (i.e. via
the strop) and direct attachment (i.e. at the attach-
ment point on the saw) of saw to the operators har-
ness;
c) ensure the saw is securely attached when it is being
sent up to the operator;
d) ensure the saw it secured to the harness before it is
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Gaining a good footing at the working position can be
assisted by use of a temporary foot stirrup created from
an endless sling.
Starting the saw in the tree
When starting the saw in the tree, the operator should:
a) apply the chain brake before starting;
b) hold saw on either the left or right of the body when
starting:
1) on the left side hold the saw with either the left hand
on the front handle or the right hand on the rear
handle and thrust the saw away from the body while
holding the pull starter cord in the other hand;
2) on the right side, hold the saw with the right hand on
either handle and thrust the saw away from the body
while holding the pull starter cord in the left hand.
The chain brake should always be engaged before
lowering a running saw onto its strop.
Operators should always check the saw has sufficient
fuel before undertaking critical cuts.
One-hand use of the chainsaw
Operators should not use tree service chainsaws one-
handed in place of unstable work positioning or in pref-
erence to a handsaw when cutting small diameter wood
at the branch tips.
Tree service chainsaws should only be used one-handed
where:
• theoperatorcannotgainaworkpositionenablingtwo-
handed use; and
• theyneedtosupporttheirworkingpositionwithone
hand; and
• thesawisbeingusedatfullstretch,atrightanglesto
and out of line with the operator’s body.
Operators should never:
• cutwiththekickbackzoneatthetipofthechainsaw
guide bar
• ‘holdandcut’sections
• attempttocatchfallingsections.
Freeing a trapped saw
If the saw should become trapped during cutting, op-
erators should:
• switchoffthesawandattachitsecurelytothetree
inboard (i.e. towards the truck side) of the cut or to a
separate tool line;
• pullthesawfromthekerfwhilstliftingthebranchas
necessary;
• ifnecessary,useahandsaworsecondchainsawto
release the trapped saw by cutting a minimum of 30
cm away from the trapped saw.
Whether a handsaw or a chainsaw is used to free a stuck
saw, the release cuts should always be outboard (to-
ward the tips of the branch), in order to prevent the saw
being taken with the section and further complicating
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5. Explanation of Symbols on the Machine
WARNING
The port to refuel “MIX GASOLINE”
Position: Fuel cap
The port to top up chain oil
Position: Oil cap
Setting the switch to the “O” position, the engine stops immediately.
Position: Front at the top of the rear handle
Starting the engine. If you turn the choke knob to the point of the arrow,
you can set the starting mode as follows:
Position: Right side of the rear handle
The screw under the “H” stamp is The High-speed adjustment screw.
The screw under the “L” stamp is The Slow-speed adjustment screw.
The screw at the left of the “T” stamp is the Idle adjustment screw.
Position: Left side of the rear handle
Shows the directions that the chain brake is released (white arrow)
and activated (black arrow).
Position: Front of the chain cover
If you turn the rod by screwdriver follow the arrow to the "MAX" position,
the chain oil flow more, and if you turn to the "MIN" position, less.
Position: Top of the power unit
For safe operation and maintenance, symbols are carved in relief on the machine.
According to these indications, please be careful not to make any mistake.

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6. Installing Guide Bar and Saw Chain
WARNING
When installing the chain cover, be sure to fit the hook
completely at the rear end of the cover.
5. While holding up the tip of the bar, adjust the chain
tension by turning the tensioner screw until the tie
straps just touch the bottom side of the bar rail.
Tighten
Loosen
Tensioner
screw
6. Tighten the nuts securely with the bar tip held up
(11.8-14.7 N.m./120-150 kg-cm). Then check the
chain for smooth rotation and proper tension while
moving it by hand. If necessary, readjust with the
chain cover loose.
Tighten
7. Tighten the tensioner screw.
WARNING
A new chain will expand its length in the beginning of
use. Check and readjust the tension frequently as a
loose chain can easily derail or cause rapid wear of
itseif and the guide bar.
Open the box and install the guide bar and the saw
chain on the power unit as follows:
WARNING
The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use thick pro-
tective gloves for safety.
1. Pull the guard towards the front handle to check that
the chain brake is not engaged.
2. Loosen the nuts and remove the chain cover.
3. Mount the guide bar then fit the saw chain around
the bar and sprocket.
Saw chain
Stud bolt
Tensioning nut
NOTE
Pay attention to the correct direction of the saw chain.
Moving direction
4. Fit the chain tensioner nut into the lower hole of the
guide bar, then install the chain cover, and fasten
the mounting nut to finger tightness.
A standard saw unit package contains the items as illustrated.
Power unit
Bar protector
Guide bar
Saw chain
Plug wrench
(Hexagon socket (S13/S16) +
Slotted driver)
Screwdriver for
carburetor adjustment
(Slotted driver)

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7. Fuel and Chain Oil
■FUEL
WARNING
• Gasoline is very flammable. Avoid smoking or bringing
any flame or sparks near fuel. Make sure to stop the en-
gine and allow it cool before refueling the unit. Select
outdoor bare ground for fueling and move at least 3 m
(10 ft) away from the fueling point before starting the
engine.
• TheZenoahenginesarelubricatedbyoilspeciallyformu-
lated for air-cooled 2-cycle gasoline engine use. If Zenoah
oil is not available, use an anti-oxidant added quality oil
expressly labeled for air-cooled 2-cycle engine use (JASO FD
GRADE OIL or ISO-L-EGD GRADE).
• DonotuseBIAorTCW(2-strokewater-coolingtype)mixed
oil.
■RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO
GASOLINE 25 : OIL 1
When Using Market Oil (JASO FB grade oil or
ISO-L-EGB grade oil)
GASOLINE 50 : OIL 1
When using ZENOAH genuine oil, JASO FD grade
oil or ISO-L-EGD grade oil
• Exhaust emission are controlled by the fundamental
engine parameters and components (eq., carburation,
ignition timing and port timing) without addition of any
major hardware or the introduction of an inert material
during combustion.
• Theseenginesarecertiedtooperateonunleadedgaso-
line.
• Makesuretousegasolinewithaminimumoctanenumber
of 89RON (USA/Canada: 87AL).
• Ifyouuseagasolineofaloweroctanevaluethanprescribed,
there is a danger that the engine temperature may rise and
an engine problem such as piston seizing may consequently
occur.
• Unleadedgasolineisrecommendedtoreducethecontami-
nation of the air for the sake of your health and the environ-
ment.
• Poorquality gasolines oroilsmaydamagesealingrings,
fuel lines or fuel tank of the engine.
■HOW TO MIX FUEL
WARNING
• Payattentiontoagitation.
1. Measure out the quantities of gasoline and oil to be mixed.
2. Put some of the gasoline into a clean, approved fuel con-
tainer.
3. Pour in all of the oil and agitate well.
4. Pour in the rest of gasoline and agitate again for at least
one minute. As some oils may be difficult to agitate de-
pending on oil ingredients, sufficient agitation is necessary
for the engine to last long. Be careful that, if the agitation
is insufficient, there is an increased danger of early piston
seizing due to abnormally lean mixture.
5. Put a clear indication on the outside of the container to
avoid mixing up with gasoline or other containers.
6. Indicate the contents on outside of container for easy
identification.
■FUELING THE UNIT
1. Untwist and remove the fuel cap. Rest the cap on a dust-
less place.
2. Put fuel into the fuel tank to 80% of the full capacity.
3. Fasten the fuel cap securely and wipe up any fuel spillage
around the unit.
WARNING
1. Select bare ground for fueling.
2. Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the fueling point
before starting the engine.
3. Stop the engine before refueling the unit. At that time, be
sure to sufficiently agitate the mixed gasoline in the con-
tainer.
■FOR YOUR ENGINE LIFE, AVOID:
1. FUEL WITH NO OIL (RAW GASOLINE) – It will cause severe
damage to the internal engine parts very quickly.
2. GASOHOL – It can cause deterioration of rubber and/or
plastic parts and disruption of engine lubrication.
3. OIL FOR 4-CYCLE ENGINE USE – It can cause spark plug
fouling, exhaust port blocking, or piston ring sticking.
4. Mixedfuelswhichhavebeenleftunusedforaperiod
of one month or more may clog the carburetor and result
in the engine failing to operate properly.
5. In the case of storing the product for a long period of time,
clean the fuel tank after rendering it empty. Next, activate
the engine and empty the carburetor of the composite fuel.
6. In the case of scrapping the used mixed oil container, scrap
it only at an authorized repository site.
NOTE
As for details of quality assurance, read the description in the
section Limited Warranty carefully. Moreover, normal wear and
change in product with no functional influence are not covered
by the warranty. Also, be careful that, if the usage in the in-
struction manual is not observed as to the mixed gasoline, etc.
described therein, it may not be covered by the warranty.
■SUPPLYING CHAIN OIL
WARNING
Running the equipment for long hours with its chain oil run out
will accelerate the wear and tear of the chain and guide bar,
possibly resulting further in a chain cut and even in a fatal
accident leading to death.
1. For chain oil, use a type that is sufficiently viscous and
adequately lubricating under the summer-use conditions
and another type that shows similar performance under
the winter-use conditions.
2. The use of Zonoah genuine chain oil is recommended to
make your chain saws last as long as possible. If no genu-
ine chain oil is available, please use commercially available
chain oil, which is commonly used.
CAUTION
Using waste oil, recycled oil, or anything similar causes a
breakdown and also proves harmful to the human body and
environment. Please do not under any circumstances use any
such material.
IMPORTANT
Use chain oil of vegetable origin. Before storing it for a long
period, remove the chain oil from the blade and chain groove
and clean them. If not, the chain may become rusted. Chain
rust will cause the chain to become rigid or to become viscous
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8. Operating the Engine
6. When engine has ignited, first push in the choke knob
to the first-stage position and then pull the starter
again to start the engine.
7. Allow the engine to warm up with the throttle lever
pulled slightly.
WARNING
Keep clear of the saw chain as it will start rotating
upon starting of engine.
■CHECKING OIL SUPPLY
WARNING
Make sure to set up the bar and the chain when
checking the oil supply.
Ifnot,therotatingpartsmaybeexposed.Itisvery
dangerous.
After starting the engine, run the chain at medium speed
and see if chain oil is scattered off as shown in the
figure.
Chain oil
The chain oil flow can be changed by lever. Adjust ac-
cording to your work conditions.
NOTE
The oil tank should become nearly empty by the time
fuel is used up. Be sure to refill the oil tank every time
when refueling the saw.
■ADJUSTING THE CARBURETOR
Idle adjusting
screw
L needle H needle
The carburetor on your unit has been factory adjusted, but may
require fine tuning due to a change in operating conditions.
Before adjusting the carburetor, make sure that the provided
air/fuel filters are clean and fresh and the fuel properly mixed.
When adjusting, take the following steps:
NOTE
Use genuine driver with lean angle to adjust needles.
Be sure to adjust the carburetor with the bar chain
attached.
WARNING
It is very dangerous to run a chainsaw that mounts
broken parts or lacks any parts.
Before starting engine, make sure that all the parts
including bar and chain are installed properly.
■STARTING THE ENGINE
Normal start
1. Fill fuel and chain oil tanks respectively, and tighten
the caps securely.
Oil tank cap Fuel tank cap
2. Continuously push the priming bulb until fuel comes
in the bulb.
3. Set the switch to “I” position.
Switch
Safety lever
Throttle lever
4. Turn the choke knob to the closed position.
(1) (2) (3)
Closed Open with
Throttle Lock
Throttle
release
NOTE
• Whenrestartingimmediatelyafterstoppingtheen-
gine, set the choke knob in the open position.
5. While holding the saw unit securely on the ground,
pull the starter rope vigorously.
WARNING
Do not start the engine while hanging the chain
saw with a hand. The saw chain may touch your
body. It’s very dangerous.

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9. Sawing
• Beforeproceedingtoyourjob,
read the section “For Safe
Operation”. It is recommended
to first practice sawing easy
logs. This also helps you get
accustomed to your unit.
• Alwaysfollowthesafetyregu-
lations. The chain saw must
only be used for cutting wood.
It is forbidden to cut other
types of material. Vibrations
and kickback vary with differ-
ent materials and the require-
ments of the safety regulations
would not be respected. Do not
use the chain saw as a lever
for lifting, moving or splitting
objects. Do not lock it over
fixed stands. It is forbidden to
hitch tools or applications to
the PTO other than those
specified by the manufacturer.
• Itisnotnecessarytoforcethesawintothecut.Apply
only light pressure while running the engine at full
throttle.
• When`esawchainiscaughtinthecut,donotattempt
to pull it out by force, but use a wedge or a lever to
open the way.
• If the guide barand saw chain becomes caught in
wood while operating it, stop the engine.
Do not pry the handle with excessive force. Use a
wedge to remove the chain instead.
■GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK
1. Stop engine and screw L needle until it stops.
Never force. Then set it back the initial number of
turns as shown below. H needle is restricted within
the number of turn as shown below.
H needle : 13/8 ± 1/4
L needle : 11/8 ± 1/4
2. Start the engine and allow it to warm up in low speed
for a few minutes.
3. Turn L needle slowly clockwise to find a position
where idling speed is maximum, then set the needle
back a quarter (1/4) turn counterclockwise.
4. Turn the idle adjusting screw (T) counterclockwise
so that the saw chain does not turn. If the idling
speed is too slow, turn the screw clockwise.
5. Make a test cut and adjust the H needle for best
cutting power, not for maximum speed.
■CHAIN BRAKE
The chain brake is a device which stops the chain in-
stantaneously if the chain saw recoils due to kickback.
Normally, the brake is activated automatically by iner-
tial
force. It can also be activated manually by pushing the
brake lever (left-hand guard) down toward the front.
When the brake operates, a yellow cone pops up from
the base of the brake lever.
Releasing the Brake
Pull the brake lever up toward the left-hand handle until
it clicks into place.
WARNING
• Whenthebrakeoperates,releasethethrottleleverto
slow down the engine speed. Continuous operation
with the brake engaged will generate heat from the
clutch and may cause trouble.
• Atmachineinspectionpriortoeachjob,checkthe
operating condition of the brake following the steps.
• Whenthebrakeoperates,don’tputhandsnearthe
yellow cone pops up.
1. Start the engine and grasp the handle securely with
both hands.
2. Pulling the throttle lever to maintain the chain opera-
tion, push the brake lever (left-hand guard) down
toward the front using the back of your left hand.
3. When the brake operates and the chain is stopped,
release the throttle lever.
4. Release the brake.
Release Activate the brake.
■STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Release the throttle lever to allow the engine to idle
for a few minutes.
2. Set the switch to the “O” (STOP) position.
Switch
WARNING

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A log lying on the ground
Saw down halfway, then roll the log over and cut from
the opposite side.
A log hanging off the ground
In area A, saw up from the bottom one-third and finish
by sawing down from the top. In area B, saw down from
the top one-third and finish by sawing up from the bot-
tom.
Cutting the limbs of Fallen Tree
First check to which side the limb is bent. Then make
the initial cut from the bent side and finish by sawing
from the opposite side.
WARNING
Be alert to the springing back of a cut limb.
Pruning of Standing Tree
Cut up from the bottom, finish down from the top.
WARNING
• Donotuseanunstablefootholdorladder.
• Donotoverreach.
• Donotcutaboveshoulderheight.
• Alwaysusebothyourhandstoholdthesaw.
• This saw is equipped with a chain
brake that will stop the chain in the
event of kickback if operating prop-
erly. You must check the chain brake
operation before each usage by run-
ning the saw at full the throttle for I -2
seconds and pushing the front hand
guard forward. The chain should stop
immediately with the engine at full
speed. If the chain is slow to stop or
does not stop, replace the brake band
and clutch drum before use.
• Itisextremelyimportantthatthechain
brake be checked for proper opera-
tion before each use and that the
chain be sharp in order to maintain
the kickback safety level of this saw.
Removal of the safety devices, inad-
equate maintenance, or incorrect re-
placement of the bar or chain may
increase the risk ot serious personal
injury due to kickback.
■FELLING A TREE
Notch cut Felling cut
Felling direction
1. Decide the felling direction considering the wind,
lean of the tree, location of heavy branches, ease of
completing the task after felling and other factors.
2. While clearing the area around the tree, arrange a
good foothold and retreat path.
3. Make a notch cut one-third of the way into the tree
on the felling side.
4. Make a felling cut from the opposite side of the notch
and at a level slightly higher than the bottom of the
notch.
WARNING
When you fell a tree, be sure to warn neighboring
workers of the danger.
Bucking and Limbing
WARNING
• Alwaysensureyourfoothold.Donotstandonthelog.
• Bealerttotherollingoverofacutlog.Especiallywhen
working on a slope, stand on the uphill side of the
log.
• Followtheinstructionsin“ForSafeOperation”toavoid
kickback of the saw.
Before starting work, check the direction of bending
force inside the log to be cut. Always finish cutting from
the opposite side of the bending direction to prevent
the guide bar from being caught in the cut.

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10. Maintenance
WARNING
Before cleaning, the inspecting or repairing the unit,
make sure that engine has stopped and is cool. Dis-
connect the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.
■MAINTENANCE AFTER EACH USE
1. Air filter
Lift the cleaner cover with push the corner of cleaner
cover to release the Hook. Then clean up the filter ele-
ments with air blaw or take off the filter elements and
tap off attached sawdust. When they are extremely dirty,
shakewash with gasoline. Dry them completely before
reinstalling.
Hook Air filter
2. Oiling port
Dismount the guide bar and check the oiling port for
clogging.
Oiling port
3. Guide bar
When the guide bar is dismounted, remove sawdust in
the bar groove and the oiling port.
<Type : sprocket nose>
Grease the nose sprocket from the feeding port on the
tip of the bar.
Oiling port
4. Others
Check for fuel leakage and loose fastenings and dam-
age to major parts, especially handle joints and guide
bar mounting. If any defects are found, make sure to
have them repaired before operating the saw again.
■PERIODICAL SERVICE POINTS
1. Cylinder fins
Reriodically check and clean the cylinder fins in the
repair specialty store.
2. Fuel filter
(a) Using a wire hook, take out the filter from the filler
port.
Fuel filter
(b) Wash the filter with gasoline.
Replace with new one if clogged with dirt completely.
WARNING
When returning the filter, use a pinch not to be folded
the suction pipe.
3. Oil filter
1. With a wire hook, take out the oil filter from the feed-
ing port.
Oil filter
2. Wash the filter with gasoline.
WARNING
When returning the filter, use a pinch
and make sure that the pipe is not
folded and the filter is placed at the
bottom of the tank as shown in the
picture.
4. Spark plug
Clean the electrodes with a wire brush and reset the
gap to 0.6 mm as necessary.
5. Sprocket
Check for cracks and for excessive wear interfering with
the chain drive. If the wear is considerable, replace it
with new one. Never fit a new chain on a worn sprocket,
or a worn chain on a new sprocket.
6. Way of the cooling air
WARNING
• The engine metal parts can burn your skin. Never
touch the cylinder, muffler or ignition plug etc. during
operation or right after stopping the engine.
• Beforestartingtheengine,checkaroundthemufer
and take off sawdust. If you do not, it will cause the
overheating and a fire. For preventing the trouble,
please keep clean around the muffler.
This engine is air-cooled. Dust clogging between the
inlet port of the cooling air and cylinder fins will cause
overheating of the engine. Periodically check and clean
the cylinder fins in the repair specialty store.
NGK
CMR7A
Spark plug tightening
torgue 7.8~10.8N.m.

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11. Maintenance of Saw Chain and Guide Bar
WARNING
Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the
chance of kickback or tie-strap breakage.
Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge
angles as illustrated.
Cutter length
Filing angle
Side plate angle
Top plate cutting angle
■GUIDE BAR
• Reversethebaroccasionallytopreventpartialwear.
• Thebarrailshouldalwaysbesquare.Checkforwear
of the bar rail. Apply a ruler to the bar and the out-
side of a cutter. If a gap is observed between them,
the rail is normal. Otherwise, the bar rail is worn.
Such a bar needs to be corrected or replaced.
Ruler
Gap
No gap
Chain tilts
WARNING:
This saw is equipped with one of the following low kick-
back bar/chain combinations:
Zenoah Part Number
Bar Size Guide Bar Saw Chain
8 2983-52111 2981-52210
■SAW CHAIN
WARNING
It is very important for smooth and safe operation to
always keep the cutters sharp.
The cutters need to be sharpened when:
• Sawdustbecomespowder-like.
• Youneedextraforcetosawin.
• Thecutpathdoesnotgostraight.
• Vibrationincreases.
• Fuelconsumptionincreases.
Cutter setting standards:
WARNING
Be sure to wear safety gloves.
Before filing:
• Makesurethesawchainisheldsecurely.
• Makesuretheengineisstopped.
• Usearoundleofpropersizeforthechain.
Chain type: 25AP
File size: 5/32 in (4.0 mm)
Place the file on the cutter and push straight forward.
Keep the file position as illustrated.
After each cutter has been filed, check the depth gauge
and file it to the proper level as illustrated.
Appropriate gauge checker
Make the shoulder round
Depth gauge standard
0.025ʺ(0.64 mm)

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12. Troubleshooting Guide
Case 1. Starting failure
WARNING
Make sure the icing prevention system is not working.
Case 2. Lack of power/Poor acceleration/
Rough idling
Case 3. Oil does not come out
If the unit seems to need further service, please consult
with an authorized service shop in your area.
13. Disposal
• When you dispose of the machine, do not disas-
semble the machine.
• Whenyoudisposeofthemachine,fuel,chainoil,
be sure to follow your local regulations.
Check fuel for water
or substandard mix-
ture.
Check for engine
flooding.
Check spark ignition.
Replace with proper
fuel.
Remove and dry the
spark plug.
Then pull the starter
again with no choke.
Replace with a new
plug.
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Check fuel for water
or substandard mix-
ture.
Check air filter and
fuel filter for clog-
ging.
Check carburetor for
inadequate adjust-
ment.
Replace with proper
fuel.
Clean.
Readjust speed nee-
dles.
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Check oil for sub-
standard quality.
Check oil passage
and ports for clog-
ging.
Replace.
Clean.
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Limited warranty
Should any failure occur on the product under normal
operating conditions within the applicable warranty
period, the failed part will be replaced or repaired free
of charge by a ZENOAH authorized dealer.
WARRANTY PERIOD: Six (6) months after purchased
by end-user subject to 12 months from produced month.
(30 days If used for rental purpose)
THE PURCHASER SHALL BEAR COSTS OF TRANS-
PORTING THE UNIT TO AND FROM THE ZENOAH
DEALER.
THE PURCHASER SHALL NOT BE CHARGED FOR
DIAGNOSTIC LABOR WHICH LEADS TO THE DETER-
MINATION THAT A WARRANTED PART IS DEFECTIVE,
IF THE DIAGNOSTIC WORK IS PERFORMED AT THE
ZENOAH DEALER.
THE PURCHASER OR OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR
THE PERFORMANCE OF THE REQUIRED MAINTE-
NANCE AS DEFINED BY THE MANUFACTURER IN THE
OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL.
ANY WARRANTED PART WHICH IS NOT SCHEDULED
FOR REPLACEMENT AS REQUIRED MAINTENANCE,
OR WHICH IS SCHEDULED ONLY FOR REGULAR
INSPECTION TO THE EFFECT OF REPAIR OR “RE-
PLACE AS NECESSARY” SHALL BE WARRANTED FOR
THE WARRANTY PERIOD. ANY WARRANTED PART
WHICH IS SCHEDULED FOR REPLACEMENT AS RE-
QUIRED MAINTENANCE SHALL BE WARRANTED FOR
THE PERIOD OF TIME UP TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED
REPLACEMENT POINT FOR THE PART.
ANY REPLACEMENT PART THAT IS EQUIVALENT IN
PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY MAY BE USED IN
NON-WARRANTY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS, AND
SHALL NOT REDUCE THE WARRANTY OBLIGATION
OF THE COMPANY.
THE COMPANY IS LIABLE FOR DAMAGES TO OTHER
ENGINE COMPONENTS CAUSED BY THE FAIRURE
OF A WARRANTED PARTS STILL UNDER WARRAN-
TY.
THE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO THOSE UNITS
WHICH HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BY NEGLIGENCE OF
INSTRUCTION LISTED IN THE OWNER/OPERATOR
MANUAL FOR PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE OF
THE UNITS ACCIDENT MISHANDLING, ALTERATION,
ABUSE, IMPROPER LUBRICATION, USE OF ANY
PARTS OR ACCESSARIES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED BY THE COMPANY, OR OTHER CAUSES
BEYOND THE COMPANY'S CONTROL.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THOSE PARTS
REPLACED BY NORMAL WEAR OR HARMLESS
CHANGES IN THEIR APPEARANCE.
THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY is limited to the duration of
the limited warranty. Otherwise, this limited warranty is
in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties, in-
cluding any warranty of FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR USE and any implied warranty MER-
CHANTABILITY otherwise applicable to this product.
LIABILITIES FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGE UNDER ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE
EXCLUDED.
IF YOU NEED TO OBTAIN MORE INFORMATION,
PLEASE CALL YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER, OR
CHECK PLEASE ZENOAH WEB SITE
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