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WARNING! Chain saws can be dangerous!
Careless or incorrect use can result in
serious or fatal injury to the operator or
others.

Please read the operator’s manual carefully
and make sure you understand the
instructions before using the machine.

Always wear:

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Approved protective helmet

•

Approved hearing protection

•

Protective goggles or a visor

This product is in accordance with applicable
EC directives.

Noise emission to the environment
according to the European Community’s
Directive. The machine’s emission is
specified in chapter Technical data and on
label.

Switch off the engine by moving the stop
switch to the STOP position before carrying
out any checks or maintenance.

Always wear approved protective gloves.

Regular cleaning is required.

Visual check.

Protective goggles or a visor must be worn.

Refuelling.

Filling with oil and adjusting oil flow.

Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special
certification requirements for certain markets.

Summary of Contents for CS 2163

Page 1: ...Operator s manual Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ...is in accordance with applicable EC directives Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community s Directive The machine s emission is specified in chapter Technical data and on label Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position before carrying out any checks or maintenance Always wear approved protective gloves Regular cleaning is required Visual check ...

Page 3: ...quipment 9 How to avoid kickback 14 General safety precautions 16 General working instructions 17 WHAT IS WHAT What is what on the chain saw 23 ASSEMBLY Fitting the bar and chain 24 FUEL HANDLING Fuel 25 STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping 27 MAINTENANCE Carburettor adjustment 29 Carburettor with movement limiters 29 Carburettor without movement limiters 30 Starter 32 Air filter 32 Spark p...

Page 4: ...e Chain brake and front hand guard Throttle lock Chain catcher Right hand guard Vibration damping system Stop switch Muffler Cutting equipment See instructions under the heading Cutting equipment WARNING Most chain saw accidents happen when the chain touches the operator You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you use the machine Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate ...

Page 5: ... saw is started You can also use the chain brake as a temporary brake when you change position or if you put the chain saw down for a short time Apart from the fact that a chain saw with a chain brake greatly reduces the risk of accidents due to kickback you should also apply the chain brake manually if there is a risk of the chain accidentally hitting anyone or anything close by To release the ch...

Page 6: ... guard Apart from protecting your hand if the chain jumps or snaps the right hand guard stops branches and twigs from interfering with your grip on the rear handle Vibration damping system Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to minimize vibration and make operation easier When you use a chain saw vibration is generated by the uneven contact between the chain a...

Page 7: ...forwards and back to make sure it moves freely and that it is securely anchored to the clutch cover Checking the inertia brake release Hold the chain saw over a stump or other firm object Let go of the front handle so that the bar drops towards the stump as the chain saw rotates around the rear handle When the bar hits the stump the brake should be applied Checking the brake trigger Place the chai...

Page 8: ...rk properly Start the chain saw and apply full throttle Release the throttle control and check that the chain stops and remains stationary If the chain rotates when the throttle control is in the idle position you should check the carburettor idle adjustment Chain catcher Check that the chain catcher is not damaged and is firmly attached to the body of the chain saw Right hand guard Check that the...

Page 9: ... gauge Too large a clearance increases the risk of kickback Keep the chain properly tensioned If the chain is slack it is more likely to jump off and lead to increased wear on the bar chain and drive sprocket Keep cutting equipment well lubricated and properly maintained A poorly lubricated chain is more likely to break and lead to increased wear on the bar chain and drive sprocket Cutting equipme...

Page 10: ... on the bar tip sprocket Bar groove width inches mm The groove in the bar must match the width of the chain drive links Chain oil hole and hole for chain tensioner The bar must be matched to the chain saw design Chain Chain pitch inches Drive link width mm inches Number of drive links Level of kickback reduction The level of kickback reduction offered by a chain is only indicated by its model numb...

Page 11: ...l data section for information about sharpening your chain Sharpening cutting teeth To sharpen cutting teeth you will need a round file and a file gauge See the Technical data section for information on the size of file and gauge that are recommended for the chain fitted to your chain saw Check that the chain is correctly tensioned A slack chain will move sideways making it more difficult to sharp...

Page 12: ...s correct when you no longer feel any resistance as you draw the file over the gauge Tensioning the chain The more you use a chain the longer it becomes It is therefore important to adjust the chain regularly to take up the slack Check the chain tension every time you refuel NOTE A new chain has a running in period during which you should check the tension more frequently The position of the chain...

Page 13: ... also use the recommended cutting equipment a bar that is too long will use more chain oil The above conditions also apply to chain saw models with an adjustable oil pump Checking chain lubrication Check the chain lubrication each time you refuel Aim the tip of the bar at a light coloured surface about 20 cm 8 inches away After 1 minute running at 3 4 throttle you should see a distinct line of oil...

Page 14: ...What is kickback The word kickback is used to describe the sudden reaction that causes the chain saw and bar to jump off an object when the upper quadrant of the tip of the bar known as the kickback zone touches an object WARNING Most chain saw accidents happen when the chain touches the operator Wear personal protective equipment See instructions under the heading Personal protective equipment Do...

Page 15: ...e you trip or lose your balance Lack of concentration can lead to kickback if the kickback zone of the bar accidentally touches a branch nearby tree or some other object 4 Never use the chain saw above shoulder height and try not to cut with the tip of the bar Never use the chain saw one handed 5 You must have a steady stance in order to have full control over the chain saw Never work standing on ...

Page 16: ...ks correctly and is not damaged 4 Check that the start and stop switch works correctly and is not damaged 5 Check that all handles are free from oil 6 Check that the anti vibration system works and is not damaged 7 Check that the muffler is securely attached and not damaged 8 Check that all parts of the chain saw are tightened correctly and that they are not damaged or missing 9 Check that the cha...

Page 17: ...d Ask where you can dispose of waste fuel and chain oil at your local petrol station Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before long term storage The transport guard must always be fitted to the cutting attachment when the machine is being transported or in storage General working instructions Before using a chain saw you must understand the effects of kickback...

Page 18: ...the chain brake is on Switch the engine off before leaving your chain saw for any length of time Basic cutting technique General Always use full throttle when cutting Reduce the speed to idle after every cut running the engine for too long at full throttle without any load i e without any resistance from the chain during cutting can lead to serious engine damage Cutting from above Cutting on the p...

Page 19: ...letting the chain touch the ground as you finish the cut Maintain full throttle but be prepared for what might happen If it is possible can you turn the log stop cutting about 2 3 of the way through the log Turn the log and finish the cut from the opposite side The log is supported at one end There is a high risk that it will split Start by cutting from below about 1 3 of the way through Finish by...

Page 20: ...earing the trunk and preparing your retreat Remove any branches that are in the way To do this it is best to work from the top down and keep the trunk between you and the chain saw Never limb above shoulder height Remove any undergrowth from the base of the tree and check the area for obstacles stones branches holes etc so that you have a clear path of retreat when the tree starts to fall Your pat...

Page 21: ...tional cuts and felling cut are badly placed When the felling cut and directional cut are complete the tree should start to fall by itself or with the aid of a felling wedge or breaking bar We recommend that you use a bar that is longer than the diameter of the tree so that you can make the felling cut and directional cuts with single cutting strokes See the Technical data section to find out whic...

Page 22: ...ak if it was bent even more Decide which is the safest way to release the tension and whether you are able to do it safely In complicated situations the only safe method is to put aside your chain saw and use a winch General advice Position yourself so that you will be clear of the tree or branch when the tension is released Make one or more cuts at or near the point of maximum tension Make as man...

Page 23: ...r handle 10 Stop switch Ignition on off switch 11 Fuel tank 12 Muffler 13 Bar tip sprocket 14 Chain 15 Bar 16 Spike bumper 17 Chain catcher Catches chain if it jumps or breaks 18 Clutch cover 19 Right hand guard Protects right hand if chain breaks or jumps 20 Throttle control 21 Throttle lock Prevents accidental operation of throttle control 22 Decompression valve 23 Combination spanner 24 Chain t...

Page 24: ... correctly over the drive sprocket and that the chain is correctly located in the groove in the bar Tighten the bar nuts finger tight Tension the chain by turning the chain tensioning screw clockwise using the combination spanner The chain should be tensioned until it does not sag from the underside of the bar The chain is correctly tensioned when it does not sag from the underside of the bar but ...

Page 25: ...he type of fuel see the instructions under the heading Carburettor Running in Avoid running at a too high speed during the first 10 hours Two stroke oil Always use JONSERED two stroke oil which is specially adapted for our two stroke engines JONSERED provides two stroke oils adapted for different application areas and climates Please contact your dealer for information about the best options for y...

Page 26: ... chain oil Fuelling Clean the area around the fuel cap Clean the fuel and chain oil tanks regularly The fuel filter must be replaced at least once a year Contamination in the tanks causes malfunction Make sure the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before refuelling The capacities of the chain oil tank and fuel tank are carefully matched You should therefore always fill the chain oil tank...

Page 27: ...r right foot through the rear handle Pull the starter handle with your right hand and pull out the starter cord slowly until you feel a resistance as the starter pawls engage then pull firmly and rapidly Never twist the starter cord around your hand CAUTION Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended This can damage the machi...

Page 28: ...glish STARTING AND STOPPING Reactivate the chain brake by pushing the front hand guard back towards the front handle The chain saw is now ready for use Stopping Stop the engine by switching off the ignition ...

Page 29: ... engine speed and a rich mixture gives a lower engine speed The T screw regulates the throttle setting at idle speed If the T screw is turned clockwise this gives a higher idle speed turning it anti clockwise gives a lower idle speed Basic settings and running in The basic carburettor settings are adjusted during testing at the factory Avoid running at a too high speed during the first 10 hours CA...

Page 30: ...rrectly adjusted the machine accelerates without hesitation and 4 cycles a little at full throttle It is also important that the chain does not rotate at idle If the L jet is set too lean it may cause starting difficulties and poor acceleration If the H jet is set too lean the machine will have less power poor acceleration and could suffer damage to the engine Carburettor without movement limiters...

Page 31: ...ld also be well below the speed at which the cutting attachment starts to rotate High speed jet H The high speed jet H influences the power and engine speed of the machine If the high speed jet is set too rich H jet screwed in too far the machine will over rev and this will damage the engine Run the machine at full throttle for about 10 seconds Then turn the H jet 1 4 turn anti clockwise Run the m...

Page 32: ...arter cord Remove the recoil spring from inside the pulley by tapping the pulley lightly with its inside face downwards against a work bench or the like If the spring pops out during fitting wind it up again working from the outside in towards centre Lubricate the recoil spring with light oil Fit the pulley and tension the recoil spring Fitting the starter To fit the starter first pull out the sta...

Page 33: ...ontain sparks which may cause fire if directed against dry and combustible material Some mufflers are equipped with a special spark arrestor mesh If your machine has this type of muffler you should clean the mesh at least once a week This is best done with a wire brush CAUTION The mesh must be replaced if it is damaged If the mesh is blocked the machine will overheat and this will cause damage to ...

Page 34: ...uilt into the chain saw When the red mark on the switch is visible the heating is on Electrical carburettor heating CS 2171WH This machine is equipped with an electronically controlled carburettor heater Applications The carburettor heater is used in the following temperature range 0ºC or colder During high humidity icing of the carburettor can occur earlier than specified The carburettor heater o...

Page 35: ...ntake on the starter Check the starter and starter cord 8 Check that nuts and screws are tight 9 Test the stop switch to ensure that it works Weekly maintenance 1 Check that the vibration damping elements are not damaged 2 Lubricate the clutch drum bearing 3 File off any burrs from the edges of the bar 4 Clean the spark plug Check that the electrode gap is 0 5 mm 5 Clean the fins on the flywheel C...

Page 36: ...stem CD CD Spark plug NGK BPMR 7A Champion RCJ 7Y NGK BPMR 7A Champion RCJ 7Y Electrode gap mm 0 5 0 5 Fuel and lubrication system Manufacturer type of carburettor Walbro HD12B Zama C3M EL2C Walbro HD6B HD12B Fuel tank capacity litre 0 77 0 77 Oil pump capacity at 8 500 rpm ml min 4 20 4 20 Oil tank capacity litre 0 42 0 42 Type of oil pump Automatic Automatic Weight Chain saw without bar or chain...

Page 37: ...wing combinations are CE approved Bar Chain Length inches Pitch inch Max number of teeth on tip sprocket 15 3 8 11T Jonsered S42 16 3 8 11T Jonsered S42 18 3 8 11T Jonsered S42 20 3 8 11T Jonsered S42 24 3 8 11T Jonsered S42 28 3 8 11T Jonsered S42 D 2 L _ D PITCH ...

Page 38: ...se emissions see the chapter Technical data The following standards have been applied EN292 2 CISPR 12 1997 EN608 Notified body 0404 SMP Svensk Maskinprovning AB Fyrisborgsgatan 3 SE 754 50 Uppsala Sweden has carried out EC type examination in accordance with the machinery directive s 98 37 EC article 8 point 2c The certificates for EC type examination in accordance with annex VI have the numbers ...

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