The Handy 1938176001, Instruction Manual

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While holding the screw in position with a screwdriver, tighten the locknut with a spanner.
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Check to make sure, flat washer (C) is loose enough to be turned by your finger.
Tightening the screw too tightly may make it impossible for the blades to move. Conversely, not tightening the
screw sufficiently may make the blades feel dull and cause leaves and branches to become caught in the
blades.
System Component Procedure
Before
Use
Every
25hrs
after
Every
50hrs
after
Every
100hrs
after
Note
ENGINE
Fuel leaks & spillage Wipe clean
✔
Fuel tank, air filter, fuel filter Inspect or Clean
✔ ✔
Replace if necessary
Idle Adjusting Screw See Operation section
✔
Replace carburettor
if necessary
Spark Plug Clean and readjust gap
✔
GAP 0.6-0.7mm.
Replace if necessary
Cylinder fins, air intake fan Clean
✔
Exhaust Check operation
✔
SHAFT
Throttle trigger, On/Off
switch
Check operation
✔
Cutting parts Replace if faulty
✔
Nuts, bolts or screws Tighten or replace
✔ ✔
Not adjusting screws
Transmission Grease
✔
Cutting guard Ensure attached
✔
CUTTING
UNIT
Oiling port Clean
✔
Guide bar Clean
✔
Sprocket Inspect or replace
✔ ✔
Saw chain Inspect or sharpen
✔
STORAGE
For years of trouble free service, make sure the machine is clean and dry before storing.
Before storing, clean the machine thoroughly as indicated above.
Store indoors or in a safe, locked protected area during severe weather and winter months.
DO NOT STORE in an enclosed area, where fuel vapors can reach an open hot flame.
DO NOT STORE fuel in the machine. Ensure fuel is removed from the fuel tank and carburetor.
If storing for an extended period, inspect, clean and repair the machine if necessary. Remove all fuel from the
fuel tank. Start the engine, this will remove all fuel from the carburetor and fuel lines. Remove the spark plug,
pour a small quantity of 2-stroke oil into the spark plug hole of the cylinder and re-seat spark plug. Store in a
clean, dry, dust free area.
DO NOT STORE fuel for longer than 30 days. Fuel can become stale and cause damage to the engine
carburet
tor, which is not covered by the machines manufacturer’s warranty.