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Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc.
4455 Boeing Drive, Rockford, IL 61109 815/397-7070
Pistol Grip Chain Saw
GREENLEE
FAIRMONT
Troubleshooting (cont’d)
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
POSSIBLE REMEDY
Tool inoperative.
Tool operates erratically.
Tool operates slowly.
Tool connected to improper power
source hydraulic system.
No hydraulic fluid in system or fluid
level low.
Incorrect fluid level viscosity.
Tool components loose.
Dirt, contaminants, etc. in tool
components.
Tool components worn or damaged.
Hydraulic fluid cold.
Air in system.
Tool components sticking or
binding.
Dirt, contaminants, etc. in tool
components.
Power source components not
adjusted correctly.
Hydraulic fluid cold.
See Tool Specifications for type of
hydraulic system required. Verify
power source hydraulic system.
Check fluid level. Fill to FULL mark.
Check system for leaks.
Use fluid viscosity recommended.
See Recommended Hydraulic
Fluids.
Tighten component hardware.
Disassemble tool and clean
components.
Disassemble tool. Replace worn or
damaged components.
Viscosity of oil may be too high at
start of tool operation. Allow oil to
warm to operating temperature.
Actuating tool intermittently will
reduce time required to warm oil to
an efficient operating temperature.
Check pump suction line for
damage or loose clamps. Tighten
clamps or replace components if
necessary. Fill reservoir.
Check for dirt or gummy deposits.
Clean components. Check for worn
or damaged components. Replace
components.
Disassemble tool. Clean
components.
Refer to power source operator’s
manual for recommended speed,
flow and pressure settings.
Viscosity of oil may be too high at
start of tool operation. Allow oil to
warm to operating temperature.
Actuating tool intermittently will
reduce time required to warm oil to
an efficient operating temperature.
