McCulloch CS 42S, Operator'S Manual

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STARTING AND STOPPING
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
Perform the following steps before every use of the
machine:
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Check fuel mixture level
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Check bar lubrication
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Check chain sharpness
NOTE: Chain sharpening is a complicated task
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sharpener.
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Check chain tension
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Inspect and clean the guide bar
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Check for damaged parts
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Check for loose caps
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Check for loose fasteners
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Check for loose parts
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Check for fuel and oil leaks
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of oil to
appear under the saw after the engine stops. Do not
confuse this with a leaking oil tank.
STARTING POSITION
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attachment must not be in contact with the ground.
Make sure the chain is free to turn without contacting
any object.
2. Lock the chain brake by pushing forward on the
handguard.
3. Place your left hand on the handlebar and your right
hand on the starter rope. Push your right foot into the
rear handle to stabilize the chainsaw.
4. Follow the starting instructions.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
Follow these instructions to start your chainsaw. Your
chainsaw has a starting reminder decal similar to the
one shown below:
Make sure the chain brake is locked
before starting.
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Pull the blue choke lever to the FULL
CHOKE position. The red ON/STOP
switch will be switched automatically to
the ON position.
Using your right hand, pull the starter
rope sharply until the machine
attempts to start, or a maximum of 5
times.
IMPORTANT: When pulling the starter rope, do not
use the full extent of the rope as this can cause the
rope to break. Do not let starter rope snap back.
Hold the handle and let the rope rewind slowly.
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying to start
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proceed to the next step.
NOTE: Do not attempt to cut material with the
choke/fast idle lever in the FULL CHOKE position.
Push the blue choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
NOTE: In temperatures above 32°C
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completely in.
Pull the starter rope sharply with your
right hand until the engine starts.
Allow the engine to run for 30 seconds.
Push the blue choke lever completely
in.
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