ICS 680GC, Operator'S Manual

Page: 17 / 28

F/N 525746 Jan 09 © 2009 ICS, Blount Inc.
TITLE 680GC OPERATOR’S MANUAL
17
MAINTENANCE
Follow these simple maintenance guidelines
and the 680GC Cut-Off Saw will keep running at its very best.
AFTER EACH USE
1. Rinse the saw, guide bar and diamond chain with water.
2. Follow instructions on the Daily Maintenance Label, located on the air filter cover.
3. Inspect and tighten all fasteners as necessary.
4. Inspect drive sprocket for tooth wear and replace if tooth tips are pointed.
5. Inspect the starter cord. Replace if frayed.
6. Clean air filter. Inspect the air filter for holes. Replace as necessary.
7. Spray saw, guide bar, and chain with lightweight oil.
8. Grease the chain tensioner.
AFTER 10 HOURS OF USE
1. Remove the starter cover and lubricate the starter recoil spring. Clean the flywheel fins
and the starter pawls with a wire brush, then grease the starter pawls.
2. Remove the spark plug and clean with a wire brush. Check the electrode gap.
The correct gap is 0.020 inches (0.5mm).
AFTER 40 HOURS OF USE
1. Change the spark plug. Adjust the electrode to 0.020 inches (0.5mm).
2. Check the fuel filter located inside the fuel tank. Clean or replace if clogged.