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MULTI-CUT

FIRE RESCUE SAWS

2100 Series Fire Rescue Saw

Model CE2165RS • Model CE2171RS

Operation & Maintenance

Summary of Contents for MULTI-CUT CE2165RS

Page 1: ...MULTI CUT FIRE RESCUE SAWS 2100 Series Fire Rescue Saw Model CE2165RS Model CE2171RS Operation Maintenance UL...

Page 2: ...ies or replacement parts WARNING Copyright 2001 Edge Industries Inc All rights reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photoc...

Page 3: ...enance Table of Contents Introduction 3 Kickback Warning 3 Visual Description 4 Part One Familiarization of Operation 5 Installing Bar and Chain 6 Starting 9 Installing Guard Depth Gauge 12 Part Two M...

Page 4: ...chain saw applications While chain wear and damage may be accelerated when cutting materials other than wood your BULLET CHAIN equipped saw is capable of cutting most building materials including roo...

Page 5: ...7 Familiarize yourself with various components and parts of the saw 1 Chain Brake Handle 2 Oil Tank Cap 3 Starter Handle 4 Sparkplug Carburetor Access Latch 5 Fuel Tank Cap 6 Throttle Trigger 7 Thrott...

Page 6: ...utral or center position Fig 1 This allows the chain to turn freely Fig 2 Forward Position chain brake engaged When engaged the chain brake handle is in the fully forward position Fig 2 In this positi...

Page 7: ...ward the tip of the guide bar as they lay on the top of the bar Slip the chain onto the clutch sprocket rim Fig 5 Then slip the chain into the groove of the guide bar again verifying that the top cutt...

Page 8: ...reasing guide bar life Proper chain tension has the chain as tight as possible without restricting chain movement Fig 8 At proper tension the chain should move along the bar freely You should feel onl...

Page 9: ...eloped to provide high flash and fire points for optimum performance during harsh fire ground applications with high flow properties for use even in extreme cold temperatures This anti rust anti wear...

Page 10: ...RAKE BEFORE STARTING Do not start the saw with the chain brake engaged Be sure the chain brake is disengaged by pulling back the chain brake handle until it contacts the front of the full wrap handle...

Page 11: ...r approximately 10 minutes or until the bar and chain begin to smoke Now turn off the saw The chain has reached its operating temperature You will notice the chain now sags from the bar Fig 16 Before...

Page 12: ...tely broken in until it has been operated through several tanks of fuel NOTE Cutting clean wood plywood trees etc no nails or roofing material during the chain stretching procedure and or engine break...

Page 13: ...essary This prevents possible 1 Outer Section 2 Inner Section 4 Safety Pin 5 Safety Lanyard 3 Adjusting Knob with Washer Fig 17 weakening of the roof structure and prevents exposure to hidden hazards...

Page 14: ...rd and Quick Release Safety Pin Fig 20 Place the outer section onto the guide bar and slide it over the inner section Insert the safety pin into the hole on the guard deflector above the locking key I...

Page 15: ...erational saw Cutting Deeper than the Guard Depth Gauge Setting Even with the Guard Depth Gauge set to a pre determined depth you can increase the depth of your cut without changing the setting by inc...

Page 16: ...true determination should be made on how it cuts If you are in doubt make a test cut to determine the chain s performance Failure to clean the saw after each use can lead to a loss of performance eng...

Page 17: ...fe Fig 27 If there is excess tar or debris buildup on the bar clean it off with solvent It is also important to thoroughly clean the oil holes on both sides of the guide bar Fig 28 After cleaning the...

Page 18: ...iling prior to its first use The main filter element needs to be cleaned only if there is substantial buildup of debris To remove the main filter loosen the filter clamp with a screwdriver or the scre...

Page 19: ...completed all maintenance procedures reassemble the saw paying attention to flip the guide bar over before you reassemble the saw Flip the guide bar each time you reassemble the saw This provides eve...

Page 20: ...Cutters Edge Fire Rescue Saws are designed specifically for fire department use and are exceptional tools However as with all tools they have their limitations With proper care and especially common...

Page 21: ...MIX RATIO flow for delivery of cleaner cooler air to cylinder heat With Cutters Edge Synthetic Oil 100 1 exchangers Keeps engine running cooler and reduces If petroleum base 2 cycle oil used 50 1 mai...

Page 22: ...and control air With Cutters Edge Synthetic Oil 100 1 flow for delivery of cleaner cooler air to cylinder heat If petroleum base 2 cycle oil used 50 1 exchangers Keeps engine running cooler and reduce...

Page 23: ...nty Edge Industries Inc 1435 Manzanita Drive Julian CA 92036 U S A 760 765 0597 5 Limitations of Warranty This warranty is not transferable does not cover damage caused by unreasonable use or damage r...

Page 24: ...7814 Telephone 541 524 9999 Fax 541 524 9996 Email info cuttersedge com East Coast Service Center Eastern Fire Equipment Services 326 Pleasant View Rd New Cumberland PA 17070 Tel 717 412 7746 Email of...