Shindaiwa 488EMC, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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488EMC 488PEMC
2-cycle gas engine, vertical cylinder
47.9cc (2.92 cu.in.)
4.6 kg (10.2 lbs)
50:1 with Shindaiwa 2-Cycle Engine Oil
600ml (20.2 oz)
300ml (10.1 oz)
Walbro HDA165
CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition)
Forced Air
NGK BPMR7A
Automatic centrifugal clutch
Recoil Starter
Toggle Switch
Anti-vibration, independently vibration
dampened front and rear handles.
Front hand guard, rear hand guard,
throttle lock, chain brake and chain
catcher
Automatic Adjustable Oiler
Technical Specifications
Model Name ..........................................................................................
Engine Type ..........................................................................................
Displacement ........................................................................................
Weight (less bar & chain) .......................................................................
Fuel/Oil Ratio .......................................................................................
Fuel Tank Capacity ...............................................................................
Oil Tank Capacity ..................................................................................
Carburetor ............................................................................................
Ignition System .....................................................................................
Cooling System ......................................................................................
Spark Plug ............................................................................................
Power Transmission ..............................................................................
Starting Method ....................................................................................
Stopping Method ...................................................................................
Handle ..................................................................................................
Safety Devices .......................................................................................
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Tools Included
■
Screwdriver
■
Spark plug/13mm socket wrench
(Scrench)
WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized
modifications to this saw,
guide bar, or chain!
Recommended Bar and Chain Combinations
WARNING!
Replacement chain for
this saw must meet
applicable ANSI B175.1
kickback performance requirements
and/or be designated as "low
kickback chain" per ANSI B175.1-
2000 standards.
IMPORTANT!
The terms “left, left-hand”, and “LH”;
“right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front”
and “rear” refer to directions as viewed
by the operator during normal opera-
tion of this product.
IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described in
this manual are intended to help you get the
most from this unit and also to protect you
and others from harm. These procedures
are general guidelines only, and are not
intended to replace any additional safety
rules or laws that may be in force in your
area. If you have any questions regarding
your Shindaiwa chain saw, or if you do not
understand something in this manual, your
Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist you.
For additional information, you may also
contact Shindaiwa Inc. at the address
printed on the back of this manual.
Chain Lubrication .................................................................................
Chain Type: Oregon ®
33SL (16”)
Guide Bar
16" Double-Guard
Sprocket Nose Bar
Chain Type: Oregon ®
33SL (18”)
Guide Bar
18" Double-Guard
Sprocket Nose Bar
Chain Type: Oregon ®
33SL (20”)
Guide Bar
20" Double-Guard
Sprocket Nose Bar
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Correct Filing Technique
Filing Problems
Top plate angle
less than
recommended
Low depth gauge
Backslope on side
plate cutting edge
Top plate angle
more than
recommended
High depth gauge
Hook in side plate
cutting edge
Cause
File held at less than
recommended angle.
Result
Slow cutting. Requires extra
effort to cut.
Remedy
File cutters to recommended
angle.
Cause
File held too low or the file was
too small.
Result
Rough cutting. Chain grabs.
Cutters dull quickly or won't hold
a cutting edge.
Remedy
Check file size. File cutters to
recommended angle.
Cause
Wrong gauge setting or no
gauge used.
Result
Rough cutting. Chain grabs. Saw
won't pull chain through
wood. Excessive wear on the
cutter heel.
Remedy
If depth gauges are too low, the
chain is no longer serviceable.
Cause
Depth gauge never filed.
Result
Slow cutting. Must force chain to
cut. Will cause excessive wear
on the cutter heel.
Remedy
Lower gauges to recommended
setting.
Cause
File held too high or the file was
too large.
Result
Cutters won't feed into wood.
Slow cutting. Must force chain to
cut. Causes excessive bottom
wear.
Remedy
File cutters at recommended
angle. Check file size.
Cause
File held at more than
recommended angle.
Result
Cutting angle is very sharp but
will dull fast. Cutting action rough
and erratic.
Remedy
File cutters to recommended
angle.
Correct angle
on top plate
Slightly protruding hook
or point (curve on non-
chisel chain)
Top of depth gauge
at correct height
below top plate
Front of
depth gauge
rounded
A
A = B
B
0.025”