MTD TPS40-298, Instruction Manual, Page: 27 / 176

Assembly
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Assembly
WARNING!
Risk of injuries.
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When using the tool, incorrectly fitted
parts can lead to severe injuries up to
and including death.
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This tool can only be operated, if all parts
are fully fitted and tightened and there
are no damaged parts!
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Therefore first read the entire chapter,
before fitting the parts.
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Fit the parts carefully and completely.
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Use tools as specified.
WARNING!
Risk of injuries.
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Parts may only be fitted and removed
when the motor is switched off and the
power pack removed.
CAUTION!
Sharp cutting chain. Tool still running!
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Before carrying out any work on the tool,
remove the power pack.
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Wear safety gloves before any work on
the chain.
WARNING!
Risk of injuries.
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An incorrectly fitted cutting chain will
result in erratic cutting behaviour of the
tool.
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Fit the chain so that it rotates in the indi -
cated direction of rotation.
Attach the chain
A B C
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Loosen the locking screw
A 1
and remove the
cover
A 2
.
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Position the bar with the longitudinal hole on the
threaded bar
A 3
.
Note
Ensure that the chain tensioning plate points
forwards
C
[1] .
Note
Check for correct seating of the guide screw
on the rear side of the bar in the guiding
groove
B
[1] .
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Push the bar as chose as possible to the sprocket.
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Place the chain around the bar and drive
sprocket
A 4
.
Note
Ensure the chain moves in the correct
direction
B
[2].
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Check the position of the bar and chain on the
tool
C
.
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Position the cover
D 1
and tighten it with the
locking screw
D 2
.
Tension the chain
E F
Note
The cutting chain must not sag, however, it
should be possible to pull it about one
millimetre away from the bar F .
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Screw the locking screw
E
[1] out far enough to
allow rotation of the adjusting wheel
E
[2] .
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Turn the adjusting wheel
E
[2] clockwise to ten -
sion the chain or anticlockwise to slacken it
E 2
.
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Manually rotate the chain to check for fault-free
running.
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Tighten the locking screw again
E 3
.
Note
During running in of a new chain, it should
be re-tensioned after no more than five cuts.
Operation
Operating times
Please observe the times stipulated in local byelaws.
Check with your local authorities to determine if
there are any operating time limitations.
Cutting chain oil
WARNING!
Risk of damage to the tool
Use of old oil can result in damage to the
oil pump, bar and chain!
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Never use old oil to lubricate the chain.