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Trouble shooting

Suspected malfunctions are often due to causes that the users can

fix themselves. Therefore check the product using this section. In

most cases the problem can be solved quickly.

Problem

Possible cause

Solution

1. Engine does not

start

1.1 Not enough fuel in

fuel tank

1.2 Primer has been

not pressed at cold

start

1.3 Primer has been

pressed at warm

start

1.4 Spark plug is wet

1.5 Spark plug is

damaged

1.6 Spark plug

connector lose

1.1 Add fuel

1.2 Press the primer

and restart

1.3 Dry spark plug

1.4 Dry spark plug

1.5 Replace spark

plug

1.6 Attach properly

2. Engine stops

2.1 Not enough fuel in

fuel tank

2.2 Cutting device is

blocked

2.1 Add fuel

2.2. Remove blockage

3. Unsatisfactory

cutting

performance

3.1 Saw chain not

tensioned properly

3.2 Blunt saw chain

3.1 Tension properly

3.2 Sharpen or replace

the saw chain

4. Excessive

vibration/noise

or exhaust

4.1 Saw chain is dull/

damaged

4.2 Bolts/nuts are

loosen

4.3 Petrol/oil is

incorrect

4.1. Replace with a

new one

4.2 Tighten bolts/nuts

4.3 Empty out unused

petrol/oil and refill

with the correct

petrol/oil

WARNING!

Only perform the steps described within these

instructions! All further inspection, maintenance and repair

work must be performed by an authorised service centre

or a similarly qualified specialist if you cannot solve the

problem yourself!

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Summary of Contents for MCSP40

Page 1: ...Original Instructions_MNL_MCSP40_V06_111108 MCSP40 40cc Petrol Chain Saw Barcode 5052931013845 ST AR T MNL_MCSP40_DFT_GB_V06_111108 indd 1 11 8 11 11 10 35 AM...

Page 2: ...Technical and legal information Guarantee EC declaration of conformity 19 03 03 15 18 Getting started Before you start Quick Start Safety These instructions are for your safety Please read through th...

Page 3: ...MacAllister Getting started GB IE 03 Before you start Your product STA RT 1 11 10 9 8 7 7a 6 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 2 15 14 12 13 3 4 5 MNL_MCSP40_DFT_GB_V06_111108 indd 3 11 8 11 1...

Page 4: ...screw 13 Air filter cover 14 Air filter 15 Spark plug connector 16 Cylinder fins 17 Oiling port 18 Spike bumper 19 Bolts 20 Chain catcher 21 Clutch 22 Drive sprocket 23 Recoil starter handle 24 Igniti...

Page 5: ...ve all packing materials and shipping devices if applicable Make sure the delivery contents are complete and free of any damage If you find that parts are missing or show damage do not use the product...

Page 6: ...ly eliminated kickback A low kickback or safety chain should never be regarded as complete protection against injury Therefore always use a low kickback saw chain in conjunction with other kickback pr...

Page 7: ...r 4 over the bolts 19 Push the guide bar 4 to the left towards the drive sprocket 22 behind the clutch 21 Fig 4 Spread the saw chain 3 over the sprocket 22 behind the clutch 21 and fit around the guid...

Page 8: ...ensioning Always check the saw chain tension before use after first cuts and regularly during use approximately every five cuts After initial operation new chains can lengthen considerably This is nor...

Page 9: ...andling the chain Always maintain proper chain tension A loose chain increases the risk of kickback A loose chain may jump out of the guide bar groove This may injure the operator and damage the chain...

Page 10: ...g wheel 6 to tighten the cover 8 completely Fig 10 Ensure the two latches snap into the grooves Fuel and engine oil This product is equipped with a 2 stroke engine the fuel and oil tank are combined a...

Page 11: ...ve the fuel tank cap 29 Fill correctly mixed fuel oil into the tank using a fuel funnel fitted with a filter to avoid debris entering the tank Do not overfill Leave a minimum 5 mm of space between the...

Page 12: ...eriorate over time It may be difficult to start the engine if you use fuel which has been kept for more than 30 days Towards the end of the season it is advisable to put only as much fuel in the tank...

Page 13: ...saw chain during cutting operations is essential to minimise friction with the guide bar Set the product on any suitable surface with the chain oil tank cap 28 facing upwards Unscrew and remove the t...

Page 14: ...ne Before checking the product must be fully assembled and all instructions must have been read Checking Check the chain lubrication before each use Make sure the guide bar 4 and the saw chain 3 are i...

Page 15: ...ntrols Quick start front guard chain brake choke knob primer throttle interlock throttle trigger ignition switch chain oil tank fuel tank oiler and adjustment screw for lubrication recoil starter hand...

Page 16: ...l Add chain oil A Engage chain brake Set ignition switch to I Pull choke knob Press primer until fuel is visible A Pull recoil starter handle Disengage chain brake Press throttle lever and interlock O...

Page 17: ...and interlock Operate Release throttle lever and interlock Set ignition switch to O Empty tanks Clean and maintain Store Warm start Stopping WARNING This quick start provides only a short overview of...

Page 18: ...unauthorised people especially children and pets are nearby or could enter the working area Ensure that the product is free from damage and that it is not worn Make sure that safety devices and acces...

Page 19: ...e detail 44 45 46 60 61 33 25 20 Product functions Operation Care and maintenance Trouble shooting Recycling and disposal Technical and legal information Guarantee EC declaration of conformity MNL_MCS...

Page 20: ...permitted to use other types or sizes Vertical and horizontal cuts can be performed with this product Longitudinal sections can only be cut by professionals This product should not be used outside of...

Page 21: ...ould be carried out before each use The purpose of the chain brake test is to reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback Make sure the chain brake 2 is disengaged Disengage the chain brake 2 by...

Page 22: ...see above The engine will not start if the chain brake is in the engaged position Ensure the saw chain 3 does not come into contact with anything before starting the engine Set the ignition switch 24...

Page 23: ...ng position Press the primer 9 until the bubble is completely filled with fuel Fig 26 25 9 Fig 25 Fig 26 If the engine is warm leave the choke knob 25 in its opened position and do not prime Hold the...

Page 24: ...hand holding the front handle 1 do not hold chain brake and the right hand holding the rear handle 11 Stopping Release the throttle trigger 27 and let the product run in idle for a while Set the igni...

Page 25: ...e product as well as accessories for damage before each use Do not use the product if it is damaged or shows wear Double check that accessories and the guide bar saw chain are properly fixed Check the...

Page 26: ...Do not force the saw chain while cutting let the chain do the work using the gripping teeth to apply minimal leverage pressure Do not operate the product with your arms fully extended or attempt to sa...

Page 27: ...y from the operator Fig 35 Fig 35 Pinching of the saw chain 3 along the top of the guide bar 4 may push the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator Fig 36 Fig 36 Any of these reactions may cause a...

Page 28: ...avily worn chain Ensure the chain is sharpened correctly Never saw above shoulder height Never work with the tip of the guide bar Always hold the product firmly with both hands Always use a low kickba...

Page 29: ...38 Felling back cut Make the felling back cut Fig 38 A at least 50 mm higher than the horizontal notching cut Fig 38 Keep the felling back cut parallel to the horizontal notching cut Make the felling...

Page 30: ...llen tree a rooted stump has a high potential of springing back to the upright position during the bucking cut to separate the log from the stump Watch out for spring poles they are dangerous WARNING...

Page 31: ...underbuck Then make the finished cut by overbucking to meet the first cut Fig 41 When the log is supported on both ends Fig 42 cut 1 3 the diameter from the top overbuck Then make the finished cut by...

Page 32: ...eter is large enough for you to insert a soft bucking wedge without touching the chain you should use the wedge to hold the cut open to prevent pinching Fig 45 Fig 45 After use Switch the product off...

Page 33: ...amaged parts Do not operate it if you find broken and worn parts General cleaning WARNING Only perform repairs and maintenance work according to these instructions All further works must be performed...

Page 34: ...maintained Incorrect filing and non standard cutter and depth gauge settings are the causes of most guide bar problems primarily resulting in uneven bar wear As the bar wears unevenly the rails widen...

Page 35: ...rication to the bar 4 and chain 3 Fig 48 Fig 48 Check the guide bar rail for wear Hold a ruler straight edge against the side of the guide bar and cutter side plates If there is a gap between the rule...

Page 36: ...saw chain The height difference between the tooth and the ridge is the cutting depth When sharpening the saw chain 3 you have to consider the following points Fig 50 File angle Cutting angle File pos...

Page 37: ...y File one side of the chain first than turn the saw around and repeat the process Sharpen each tooth equally by using the same number of strokes Keep all cutter lengths equal Check the safety depth g...

Page 38: ...to its two halves Brush petrol into the mesh to remove the dirt Reassemble the air filter 14 pressing on the rims until they click together Attach the air filter cover 13 and secure it with the screw...

Page 39: ...l tank of this product is fitted with a filter located at the free end of the fuel pipe Fig 57 Completely remove the fuel tank cap Use a wire hook and take the filter out from the filter port Dismantl...

Page 40: ...he colour of the electrode should be light brown coloured Remove debris from the electrode with a soft wired brush avoid heavy cleaning of the electrode Dry the spark plug with a soft cloth if it is w...

Page 41: ...lified person Do not attempt to make any adjustments by yourself If it be necessary to modify or replace the silencer please contact an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person This p...

Page 42: ...ir filter clean x Spark plug check x Spark plug clean x Spark plug replace whenever necessary Air filter check x Air filter clean x Air filter replace whenever necessary Fuel filter check x Fuel filte...

Page 43: ...bag 35 for storage or covering the product with a suitable cloth to protect it against dust Switch the product off and disconnect the spark plug connector before transporting it anywhere Attach trans...

Page 44: ...ttach properly 2 Engine stops 2 1 Not enough fuel in fuel tank 2 2 Cutting device is blocked 2 1 Add fuel 2 2 Remove blockage 3 Unsatisfactory cutting performance 3 1 Saw chain not tensioned properly...

Page 45: ...xture of oil and petrol and objects soiled with oil e g cleaning cloths do not belong in the household rubbish Dispose of oily items in accordance with local guidelines and hand them in at recycling c...

Page 46: ...Oregon 160SDEA041 Saw chain type Oregon 91P 57X Chain pitch 9 525 mm 0 375 Chain gauge thickness of drive links 1 27 mm 0 050 Drive sprocket teeth and pitch 6 teeth x 9 525 mm Spark plug LD L8RTF Spa...

Page 47: ...measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one product with another The declared vibration value may also be used to evaluate the exposure for the user caused by...

Page 48: ...manufacturing Wxx Caution Warning Wear a helmet safety goggles and hearing protection Read the instruction manual Wear face protection Wear protective gloves Wear safety footwear Wear respiratory pro...

Page 49: ...n hot for a long period of time after operation This product produces noxious exhaust fumes If the product is not used properly these fumes can lead to poisoning a loss of consciousness or death Alway...

Page 50: ...s animals children and bystanders Follow instructions for lubricating chain tensioning and changing accessories Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kic...

Page 51: ...should have practical instruction in the use of the product and protective equipment from an experienced operator Clothing and protective equipment Do secure long hair so that it is above shoulder le...

Page 52: ...oduct and shorten the chain life Do check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines Do use caution when handling fuel To avoid any accidental fires move the product at least 3 metres 10 fro...

Page 53: ...h the saw chain Do shut off the engine before setting the product down Operation When sawing ensure the product does not touch any foreign materials such as rocks fences nails etc Such objects may be...

Page 54: ...isonous exhaust fumes whilst the engine is running and may be colourless and odourless Do not grip the handles with constant or excessive pressure this will increase the feeling of vibration and the r...

Page 55: ...at a local petrol station local authority centre or where facilities exist Do store fuel in an approved container designed for that purpose Do ensure that the product is cleaned and that a complete se...

Page 56: ...ce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain Follow instructions for lubricating chain tensioning and changing accessories Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either brea...

Page 57: ...ons Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and or kickback Follow the manufacturer s sharpening and maintenan...

Page 58: ...if the product switch is no longer accessible WARNING Never use water to extinguish a product on fire Burning fuel must be extinguished with special extinguishing agents We recommend that you keep a...

Page 59: ...tingling pricking pain loss of strength changes in skin colour or condition These symptoms normally appear in the fingers hands or wrists The risk increases at low temperatures WARNING This product p...

Page 60: ...ms of a greater value and or specification This guarantee does not cover defects caused by or resulting from Misuse abuse or neglect Trade professional or hire use Repairs attempted by anyone other th...

Page 61: ...ds and technical specifications referred to EN ISO 11681 1 EN ISO 14982 Measured Sound Power Level 110 dB A Guaranteed Sound Power Level 114 dB A The conformity assessment followed was according to An...

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