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TIMBERKING Pneumatic Chainsaw Operating Manual V3 | 20.04.15

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UNDERWATER

ADAPTER

PART # TKC 486

A ¾” I.D Hose is added

to the underwater

adapter to the length

required by your

operation and use.

STANDARD

SILENCER PART

# TKA 244

UNDERWATER OPERATION

requires FLUSHING. This should be done

immediately after use – especially when in saltwater. FLUSH with
preservative such as Valvoline Tectyl 930 or equivalent.

The standard above ground silencer, Part # TKA 244 is removed
for underwater operation by removing 4 screws and replacing
the silencer with an underwater adapter kit, Part # TKC 486. (See
reference below).

THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME IN READING THIS MANUAL

AND PLEASE REMEMBER SAFETY SHOULD BE YOUR HIGHEST

PRIORITY, SO PLEASE WEAR THE CORRECT SAFETY GEAR!

MANUFACTURER:

TIMBERKING AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Tel. +61 2 9446 2631
www.timberkingaustralia.com.au
[email protected]

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Summary of Contents for TKA 015A

Page 1: ...PNEUMATIC CHAINSAW OPERATING MANUAL Models TKA 015A TKA 017A TKA 021A TKA 025A TKA 015Z TKA 017Z TKA 021Z and TKA 025Z A Aluminium Z Zinc ...

Page 2: ...The continual noise of the chainsaw can lead to permanent hearing loss and vibration can cause permanent damage to the hands These hazards mean that chainsaws are potentially one of the most dangerous pieces of industrial equipment if not used correctly With the use of the correct protective clothing and proper work practices this equipment can be used safely In the next few pages you ll read valu...

Page 3: ...art cutting until you have a clear work area secure footing and a planned retreat path from the operating area Keep other people and animals well away from the working area Make sure there is a second person within calling distance Do not operate a chainsaw that is beyond your ability Use the chainsaw only to cut the correct material with the correct chain Do not become distracted Stop the chainsa...

Page 4: ...ted with a chain protector safety bar and a bumper spike Use low kickback chain types and avoid lowering the depth gauges too much when sharpening Hold the chainsaw firmly making sure that the left hand encircles the top handle with the thumb underneath Avoid bringing the upper quadrant of the guide bar into contact with any foreign object Wear correct head protection and safety pants at all times...

Page 5: ...insaw is designed to meet various safety requirements Use the diagrams to check and understand the safety features even if they may be optional extras when you buy it Never operate a chainsaw that is damaged not properly adjusted or wrongly assembled Your chainsaw requires regular maintenance IMPORTANT If your chainsaw is used underwater the motor must be flushed immediately after use with preserv...

Page 6: ... Check the sprocket for wear It can clog up with oil and dirt and may malfunction 4 Have your chainsaw serviced regularly PREVENTING NOISE INDUCED HEARING LOSS Most chainsaws emit noise levels that can cause permanent damage to your hearing if used for long periods at a time Always use safety standards approved earmuffs or plugs Ensure your chainsaw is tuned to manufacturers specifications PREVENT...

Page 7: ...w and its controls attachments and components design capacity stability and limitations Correct stopping and starting techniques Cleaning and servicing Being alert for the possibility of kickback Chain sharpening techniques Less experienced operators should be carefully supervised Certain operations are extremely dangerous and should only be undertaken by professionals These include the removal of...

Page 8: ...th the chainsaw No other person should stand within the working radius of the saw Before you start cutting press the spike bar against the material being cut When cutting splintered wood take precaution Large splinters can fly towards the operator Only use the underside of the bar when cutting at shoulder height T he pressure hose should be closed when the chainsaw is set aside even for a short wh...

Page 9: ...tion of the chain travel L the cutting edges of the chipper chain on the top edge of the guide bar must face in the direction of the guide bar nose Put the pivot of the square nut for chain tensioning into the tap hole in the guide bar Assemble the sprocket guard and screw the nut finger tight FIGURE 2 ...

Page 10: ...ckwise The nose of the guide bar should be lifted slightly The chain should not sag but should be easily moved by hand wear gloves alongside the guide bar Tighten sprocket guard nut A newly fitted chain should be allowed to rotate for 5 minutes with good lubrication and then re tighten the chain FIGURE 3 FIGURE 4 ...

Page 11: ...saw Operating Manual V3 20 04 15 11 FILLING OF SAW CHAIN OIL Figure 4B PLEASE Never use old oil Tank cap CHAIN OIL A Special non drip chain oil otherwise use regular grade SAE 30 engine oil Tank capacity is 0 49 Litres FIGURE 4B ...

Page 12: ...hould be easy to switch off the compressed air within reach of the working place Blow out pressure hose before connecting System pressure 85 to 100 p s i 6 to 7 bar MOUNTING A NEW CHAIN 1 Loosen mounting bolt FIGURE 5 2 Tighten chain tension adjustment screw until the coupling links touch the bar Lift bar nose slightly whilst adjusting tension FIGURE 6 ...

Page 13: ...8 AFTER MOUNTING A NEW CHAIN 1 Allow chainsaw to run for a short period of time at low speed while applying a liberal amount of oil to the chain 2 Turn off motor and re adjust chain tension Re start saw and make a few light cuts Re adjust chain again if necessary It is important to monitor chain tension during the first half hour of operation ...

Page 14: ...C CHAIN SAW CHAIN CARE Figure 9 The illustrations shown in figure 9 clearly show the difference The second chain received excellent care It still cuts even though the cutting teeth have been filed almost completely back The top chain is no longer serviceable even though it was hardly used FIGURE 9 ...

Page 15: ...ain tension is correct Do not run your chainsaw with a chain that is too loose 3 Sharpen your chain correctly Follow the sharpening instructions shown in figures 10 through to 12 4 Always use plenty of oil when cutting Oil is cheaper than a new chain 5 Keep the oil hole in the bar and the bar mount clean Clean these two points at least once a day 6 When cutting frozen wood mix approximately 25 die...

Page 16: ...with 5 5mm 7 32 diameter for 0 404 pitch chain It is better to file at frequent intervals File horizontally and in the correct top plate angle 35 degrees filing stroke should go always from inside to outside All cutters have to be precisely the same length and height Use chain gauge for inspection FIGURE 10 ...

Page 17: ...TIMBERKING Pneumatic Chainsaw Operating Manual V3 20 04 15 17 TIMBERKING Pneumatic Chainsaw Exploded View ...

Page 18: ...A 207 Stud 1 8 TKA 208 Wave Washer M10 2 9 TKA 209 Hex Nyloc Nut M10 1 10 TKA 210 Hex Plain Nut M10x1 1 11 TKA 211 Seloc Pin 5 x 16 2 12 TKA 212 Capscrew 5 5 M8 x 35 4 13 TKA 213 Wave Washer M8 4 14 TKA 215A Brass Tube 1 15 TKA 215 Grub Screw 1 16 TKA 216 Gasket 1 17 TKA 217 Handle Complete Items 17 26 1 17Z TKA 217Z Handle Complete Zinc Items 17 26 1 18 TKA 218 Valve Ball 1 19 TKA 219 Pressure Sp...

Page 19: ... Silencer Gasket 1 45 TKA 245 Screw Cap Socket Head M5 x 12 4 47 TKA 247 Tubular Handle Complete Items 47 48 1 48 TKA 248 Protection Tube Grip 1 49 TKA 249 Stiffening Plate 1 50 TKA 250 Spring Washer M8 2 51 TKA 251 Hex Screw M8x40 1 52 TKA 252 Sprocket Guard 1 52Z TKA 252Z Sprocket Guard Zinc 1 53 TKA 253 Spike Bar 1 55 TKA 255 Hex Screw Spike Bar Only M6 x 16 2 55A TKA 255A Hex Screw Chain Guard...

Page 20: ... Loop Optional 79A TKC 155 15 Tungsten Carbide Chain Wood Optional 79B TKC 161 17 Tungsten Carbide Chain Wood Optional 79C TKC 170 21 Tungsten Carbide Chain Wood Optional 79D TKC 178 25 Tungsten Carbide Chain Wood Optional 79E TKC 255 15 Tungsten Carbide Chain Soft Stone Optional 79F TKC 261 17 Tungsten Carbide Chain Soft Stone Optional 79G TKC 270 21 Tungsten Carbide Chain Soft Stone Optional 79H...

Page 21: ...nc for hazardous area Please stipulate when ordering The Front Hand Guard TKC 485 cannot be fitted unless the Hinged Safety Chain Guard TKC 481 or TKC 481Z is fitted These parts are optional extras but are strongly recommended as necessary items if the chainsaw is to be operated by other than highly experienced personnel ...

Page 22: ...ted if necessary after sharpening 2 Check the clearance of the depth limiter at least after every third sharpening and after every sharpening when cutting frozen wood 3 Place depth limiter gauge on cutting tooth If depth limiter is too high file off protruding part with a flat file Figure 11A 4 Round off front edge of depth limiter Its original shape must be preserved Figure 11B FIGURE 11 ...

Page 23: ...TIMBERKING Pneumatic Chainsaw Operating Manual V3 20 04 15 23 NOTE Always completely file away any damaged areas on side plate and top of tooth ...

Page 24: ... of guiding the chain and should never be used as crowbars Turning twisting and using the bar as a lever will shorten its service life and void the warranty The bar of your chainsaw needs as much care as the chain The running surfaces must be flat and smooth and the groove must not be expanded Inspect the groove as shown Figure 13 ...

Page 25: ...for minimum flow anti clockwise for maximum flow Re tighten A Use Special Chain Oil FIGURE 14 Lubricate the motor with an In Line oil mist lubricator Adjust screw A to obtain desired mist a slight film of oil should be felt at exhaust port Silencer removed Clockwise for minimum flow anti clockwise for maximum flow Setting of 1 2 is general with No 10 oil Use light non resinous machine oil e g Shel...

Page 26: ...essentially the same as disassembly but in reverse order Make sure motor clearance is correct When the bearing is tight the longitudinal clearance between the flat rear surface of the rotor and the rear gasket should be approximately 0 04mm Correct by grinding spacer ring if necessary FIGURE 15 ...

Page 27: ...iately Letting go of the regulating lever reduces the speed and finally stops the motor and chain At working breaks the air pressure should be switched of with a nearby stopcock FIGURE 16 Check lubrication of the chain At the cutting point the timber has to be clean from sand nails and the like Do not allow the chain to touch the ground Underwater cutting has to be done always with rotating motor ...

Page 28: ...Use the front handle for guiding only FIGURE 17 RE POSITIONING 2 Apply vertical pressure to the front handle Continue cutting with regulating lever fully pressed in PLUNGE CUTTING 3 Position the chainsaw with the wood swing back the nose and make the plunge cut Pull out spike bar and shift to a lower position LIMBING Make a shallow cut on the pressure side 4 Cut through from the tension side 5 ...

Page 29: ...ht up in the saw 4 Protect your head eyes and ears hands and feet 5 Grab the saw securely with both hands during use Make sure the material you are cutting will not roll or slip Make sure your feet are firmly planted and your body is well balanced Always be alert to possible kickback 6 Always hold the saw to the side of your body 7 Never carry the saw with the motor running and always carry the sa...

Page 30: ...ose before connecting it For the economical use of pneumatic tools the prescribed air quantities are necessary i e the line armatures and hoses must have the required cross sections so that the flow pressure remains constant Proper lubrication is a must for this reason our pneumatic tools have built in oilers which are located between the inlet valve and the motor and which function in any positio...

Page 31: ...thout losing the lubricating effect and which contain anti corrosive additives At lower temperatures especially for work outside it may be necessary to use an anti freeze lubricant e g Kilfrost BP Energol AX 10 or Kompronal N 74 For saw chain lubrication Use machine oil with adhesive additive Viscosity c ST 49 55 6 5 7 5E 50 C ...

Page 32: ...FLUSH with preservative such as Valvoline Tectyl 930 or equivalent The standard above ground silencer Part TKA 244 is removed for underwater operation by removing 4 screws and replacing the silencer with an underwater adapter kit Part TKC 486 See reference below THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME IN READING THIS MANUAL AND PLEASE REMEMBER SAFETY SHOULD BE YOUR HIGHEST PRIORITY SO PLEASE WEAR THE CORRECT SAFE...

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