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COLD ENGINE STARTING    

ATTENTION! During starting, give maximum

attention to the movement of the chain.

ATTENTION! 

Do not wrap the starting cord around your

hand. 

Do not suddenly leave the starting handle

with the cord completely extracted, since it

could damage the  saw.  Carry it only in the

rest position.

1. 

Make certain that the chain brake is disconnected by

pulling the lever (L) towards the front handle. Bring the

stop switch to the opposite position of stop. Pull the air

lever. Press the air purge diaphragm repeatedly until fuel

begins to fill the diaphragm (

C

). The diaphragm need not

be completely filled. Push the decompression valve (

D

)

down if your models is fitted with one.

2. 

Firmly grip the front handle with the left hand. Place a foot on

the lower part of the rear handle. Pull the cord slowly so as

to activate the starting device. Give a decisive and fast pull

while avoiding completely extracting the rope, which could

break it. Do not suddenly let go of the starting handle.   

Repeat the operation until the engine crackling.

3. 

Bring the enricher lever back to its original position pushing

it and giving a few decisive pulls until the engine has

started.

4. 

When the motor has started

press and release the

accelerator immediately so as to unlock it from the starting

position.     

Let the engine heat up for not less than 10 seconds, warming

the machine up allows for better cutting performance.

If the saw doesn’t start, closely repeat all of the operations.   

To avoid difficulty starting, it’s strongly suggested you

avoid the exhaustion of the fuel mixture in the tank; this

will conserve the motor longer.     

HOT ENGINE STARTING    

5. 

Proceed as for when the engine is cold, but without using the

enricher lever. The restarting gas is obtained by pulling the

enricher lever and bringing it back to the original position.     

HOT STARTING AFTER RESUPPLY                 

In case of complete emptying of the petrol tank and after

having put the resupply in motion, follow the instructions for

cold engine starting.     

STOP

6. 

The engine stops immediately acting on the switch.

(In “Stop” position to the right)

ATTENTION! This command allows the

emergency stopping of the machine.     

ATTENTION! Check that the chain will continue

moving by its inertia also after the engine stop.

G. Use of the saw

ATTENTION! The following information concerns the basic safety for working
with an  saw. This cannot replace experience and professionalism. In case of
doubts or uncertainty, go to a trusted retailer or a professional. The pulling down
of a tree requires experience and is an operation a beginner must avoid. DO NOT
DO CERTAIN JOBS WITHOUT THE NECESSARY EXPERIENCE.
NEVER WORK WITH THE  SAW IF YOU CAN’T GET HELP IN THE EVENT OF AN
ACCIDENT.

Carefully read the chapter concerning the “general safety

rules” and the “safety devices” that come with the machine

before operating it.    

Avoid cutting thin branches and bushes (several branches at

a time). The branches could be seized by the chain, placed in

rotation and injure the operator.                

BASIC CUTTING TECHNIQUES  

General

• Always cut with the motor at the maximum number of

revolutions.  

• After every cut decelerate the motor (prolonged running of

the engine at high speeds with the chain turning in empty

space can cause heavy damage).                             

• Cut from high towards low = when pulling the chain.  

• Cut from low towards high = when pushing the chain.   

G1. 

Consider the following five factors before preparing to cut:

the cutting equipment must not get stuck in the cutting

itself.

2

the object to be cut must not separate due to breaking

3

the chain must not hit the ground or other objects during

and at the conclusion of cutting.

4

Is there the risk of KICKBACK?     

5

Can the ground and any other outside factors

compromise the balance of your position?

ATTENTION! If the  saw gets stuck while

cutting: TURN THE ENGINE OFF! Raise the

trunk or move it using a robust branch or a pole

as a lever. Do not try to free the  saw by shaking

or pulling it, thus avoiding the risk of injuring

oneself with the chain or damaging the handle.

Summary of Contents for Gladiator 550

Page 1: ...mber of well known brands under various registered patents designs and trademarks in several countries Electrolux Outdoor Products The Electrolux Group The world s No 1 choice The Electrolux Group is the world s largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen cleaning and outdoor use More than 55 million Electrolux Group products such as refrigerators cookers washing machines vacuum cleaners ch...

Page 2: ...G G7 G9 G10 G8 1 3 4 6 5 2 1 2 1 2 3 H I I1 I2 I3 1 2 3 4 5 6 T I L I4 L1 I5 I6 B A L L2 1 2 3 4 5 6 S T O P S T O P I L I4 L1 I5 I6 B A L L2 1 2 3 4 5 6 S T O P S T O P L L3 M1 L4 M M2 M3 M4 L K 1 2 3 ...

Page 3: ...12 16 20 21 23 24 4 18 9 19 6 1 2 3 14 13 5 11 10 8 A 7 15 17 22 25 C B C1 B D B C B A C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 D S T O P C A B F E S T O P S T O P C D L G G1 G3 G4 G5 G6 G2 1 A B 1 A B 1 A B 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 4: ...IN CATCHER 17 CLUTCH COVER 18 TRIGGER 19 THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT 20 CHAIN TENSIONER SCREW 21 GUIDE BAR COVER 22 RIGHT HAND REAR PROTECTION 23 KEY 24 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 25 DECOMPRESSION VALVE A General description Example of identification label LEGEND 1 Guaranteed noise level according to directive 2000 14 EC 2 Manufacturer s name and address 3 Year of manufacture last two figures e g 03 2003 4 P...

Page 5: ...ustration bearing the same letter Safety precautions Key to simbols Read the instruction manual carefully Protective helmet hearing protection protective glasses or visor Gloves with saw protection Boots with saw protection steel toe cap and non slip sole Chain brake deactivated activated Do not smoke when refueling or using the machine Caution Oil petrol mix Always grip the machine with two hands...

Page 6: ... always with both hands Hold the rear grip with the right hand the front grip with the left Always work with stable leg conditions 12 Please make sure to be able to stop the engine in case of necessity 13 Do not work in trees if not specially trained and equipped straps rope safety hooks etc for this type of work 14 Never use a defective saw or one that is not mounted and covered correctly 15 Neve...

Page 7: ...brake chain it also reduces to a minimum the risk of a hand coming into contact with the chain if you lose hold of the handle The KICKBACK can be produced if the end part of the bar makes solid contact with the wood or other object Therefore you avoid beginning the cut with the part of chain at the above mentioned angle ATTENTION The chain brake doesn t provide total protection if the machine is o...

Page 8: ...ise 7 Simultaneously raise the tip of the bar The tension is correct when the chain remains in the groove around the bar The chain must furthermore be able to run with the fingers without effort Tighten the two nuts raising the tip of the bar Always use the combination key for the assembly and setting of chain tension Often check the tension of a new chain until the end of its running A chain with...

Page 9: ...e petrol is highly flammable Keep it in a cool well aired environment stored in a container homologated for this purpose Never leave the saw idle with fuel in the tank if the environment is not ventilated or where the gas produced by the petrol could reach flames candles burners boilers switches al machines water heaters dryers etc The gas produced by combustible items can cause explosions or fire...

Page 10: ...k and after having put the resupply in motion follow the instructions for cold engine starting STOP 6 The engine stops immediately acting on the switch In Stop position to the right ATTENTION This command allows the emergency stopping of the machine ATTENTION Check that the chain will continue moving by its inertia also after the engine stop G Use of the saw ATTENTION The following information con...

Page 11: ...operations the same principles apply as they do for normal cutting 1 Remove the branches that obstruct work Begin from bottom to top and keep the trunk between you and the saw as shown in the Fig for avoiding the branches that can strike you Remove the most difficult branches subsequently piece by piece Do not operate machine at a height above the shoulders 2 Remove the low vegetation around the t...

Page 12: ...t affect the working of the carburettor should be such as to require a new regulation closely follow the following instructions Before executing any regulation check that the air filter is clean and that the cylinder is in place FINAL REGULATION OF THE T MINIMUM The regulation of the minimum is executed with the T screw If necessary screw the T clockwise with the motor running until the chain star...

Page 13: ...ER AND CONTROL OF CUTTING DEPTH ATTENTION If the chain isn t sharpened correctly risk increases as a consequence The following instructions refer exclusively to the recommended chain Always sharpen the chain with motor turned off L1 General instructions on sharpening the chain The chain must always be well sharpened If the chain doesn t cut without having to press the bar against the wood and prod...

Page 14: ...timetres distant After about a minute at gas the surface will have to present clear oil tracks If the pump doesn t work correctly contact an Authorized Assistance Centre Fuel Filter To replace remove the tank cap and extract the filter using a metal hook Replace the filter preferably at least once a year M4 Chain Sharpen the chain and check its condition and tension If it is worn out have it repla...

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