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POWXG1018 

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APPLIANCE ....................................................................................... 3

 

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DESCRIPTION ................................................................................... 3

 

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PACKAGE CONTENT LIST .............................................................. 4

 

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SYMBOLS .......................................................................................... 4

 

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SAFETY.............................................................................................. 4

 

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KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................. 6

 

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SAFETY WARNINGS GASOLINE .................................................... 7

 

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ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................ 7

 

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Tools for assembly ................................................................................................... 7

 

8.2

 

Assembly requirements ............................................................................................ 7

 

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Guide bar / saw chain / clutch cover installation .................................................... 7

 

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To install saw chain: .................................................................................................... 8

 

8.3.2

 

Saw chain tension adjustment ..................................................................................... 8

 

8.3.3

 

To adjust saw chain: ................................................................................................... 8

 

8.3.4

 

Chain brake mechanical test ....................................................................................... 9

 

8.3.5

 

To test chain brake: ..................................................................................................... 9

 

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FUEL AND LUBRICATION................................................................ 9

 

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Fuel ............................................................................................................................ 9

 

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Mixing fuel ............................................................................................................... 10

 

9.2.1

 

Fuel and lubrication symbols ..................................................................................... 10

 

9.2.2

 

Fuel mixing table ....................................................................................................... 10

 

9.2.3

 

Recommended fuels ................................................................................................. 10

 

9.2.4

 

Chain and bar lubrication .......................................................................................... 10

 

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OPERATION .................................................................................... 10

 

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Engine pre start checks .......................................................................................... 10

 

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To start engine ........................................................................................................ 10

 

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Re-starting a warm engine...................................................................................... 11

 

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To stop engine ........................................................................................................ 11

 

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Chain brake operational test .................................................................................. 11

 

10.6

 

Saw chain / bar lubrication ..................................................................................... 11

 

Summary of Contents for POWXG1018

Page 1: ...tall saw chain 8 8 3 2 Saw chain tension adjustment 8 8 3 3 To adjust saw chain 8 8 3 4 Chain brake mechanical test 9 8 3 5 To test chain brake 9 9 FUEL AND LUBRICATION 9 9 1 Fuel 9 9 2 Mixing fuel 10 9 2 1 Fuel and lubrication symbols 10 9 2 2 Fuel mixing table 10 9 2 3 Recommended fuels 10 9 2 4 Chain and bar lubrication 10 10 OPERATION 10 10 1 Engine pre start checks 10 10 2 To start engine 10 ...

Page 2: ...1 2 Winte rmaintenance 14 11 3 Air filter 15 11 4 Fuel filter 15 11 5 Spark arrester screen 15 11 6 Spark plug 16 11 7 Carburetor adjustment 16 12 MAINTENANCE 16 12 1 Guide bar maintenance 16 12 2 Sprocket tip lubrication 16 12 3 Guide bar maintenance 17 12 4 Chain sharpening 17 12 5 Guide bar 18 12 6 Chain maintenance 18 13 TECHNICAL DATA 19 14 NOISE 20 15 STORING A CHAIN SAW 20 16 TROUBLE SHOOTI...

Page 3: ...d by the Chain Brake lever SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN retains carbon and other flammable particles over 0 023 inches 0 6mm in size from engine exhaust flow Compliance with local state and federal laws and or regulations governing the use of a spark arrester screen is the user s responsibility See Safety Precautions for additional information STOP SWITCH immediately stops the engine when tripped Stop sw...

Page 4: ... machine the following symbols are used Read the user manual before using the machine Wear gloves to protect your hands Mandatory use of eye protection Wear safety boots to protect agains electric shock Wear noise protection Make Sure the Chain Brake is disengaged Pull Hand Guard Chain Brake back to run Warning Danger Read this manual carefully before using the machine for your own safety Your pow...

Page 5: ...rvice personnel When transporting your chain saw use the appropriate guide bar scabbard DO NOT operate your chain saw near or around flammable liquids or gases whether in or out of doors An explosion and or fire may result Do not fill fuel tank oil tank or lubricate when the engine is running USE THE RIGHT TOOL Cut wood only Do not use the chain saw for purposes for which it was not intended For e...

Page 6: ... running Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw Don t let go Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free from obstructions Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log branch or any other obstruction which could be hit while you are operating the saw Cut at high engine spe...

Page 7: ... screwdriver contained in your user s kit Heavy duty work gloves user supplied 8 2 Assembly requirements Warning do not start saw engine until unit is properly prepared Your new chain saw will require adjustment of chain filling the fuel tank with correct fuel mixture and filling the oil tank with lubricating oil before the unit is ready for operation Read the entire user manual before attempting ...

Page 8: ...ain tension adjustment Proper tension of saw chain is extremely important and must be checked before starting as well as during any cutting operation Taking the time to make needed adjustments to the saw chain will result in improved cutting performance and prolonged chain life Warning always wear heavy duty gloves when handling saw chain or making saw chain adjustments 8 3 3 To adjust saw chain H...

Page 9: ...odically while on the job 8 3 5 To test chain brake The chain brake is disengaged chain can move when brake lever is pulled back and locked Be sure the chain brake latch is in the off position fig 7a The chain brake is engaged chain is stopped when brake lever is in forward position and the chain brake latch is in the on position You should not be able to move chain fig 7b Note the brake lever sho...

Page 10: ...ding oxygenated gasolines 9 2 4 Chain and bar lubrication Always refill the chain oil tank each time the fuel tank is refilled We recommend using our replacement chain bar Always use good quality sprocket oil which contains additives to reduce friction and wear and to assist in the prevention of pitch formation on the bar and chain 10 OPERATION 10 1 Engine pre start checks WARNING Never start or o...

Page 11: ...Place saw on a clear firm flat surface Start engine Grasp the rear handle A with your right hand fig 10 With your left hand hold the front handle B not chain brake lever C firmly fig 10 Squeeze the throttle trigger to 1 3 throttle then immediately activate the chain brake lever C fig 10 Warning activate the chain brake slowly and deliberately Keep the chain from touching anything don t let the saw...

Page 12: ... and cleared as necessary before cuts are started The retreat path should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the expected line of fall as illustrated in fig 11a Caution if felling a tree on sloping ground the chain saw operator should keep on the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled Note direction of fall B is controlled by the notchi...

Page 13: ... to fall remove saw from cut stop engine put chain saw down and leave area along retreat path Fig 11a 10 8 2 Limbing Limbing a tree is the process of removing the branches from a fallen tree Do not remove supporting limbs until after the log is bucked cut into lengths Fig 12 Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain saw WARNING Never cut tree limbs while st...

Page 14: ...aw service other than items listed here in your user manual maintenance instructions should be performed by a professional 11 1 Preventive maintenance A good preventive maintenance program of regular inspection and care will increase life and improve performance of your chain saw This maintenance checklist is a guide for such a program Cleaning adjustment and parts replacement may be required unde...

Page 15: ...g hands or fingers 11 4 Fuel filter Remove the fuel tank cap Bend a piece of soft wire to from a hook at the end Reach into fuel tank opening and hook fuel line Carefully pull the fuel line toward the opening until you can reach it with your fingers Note do not pull hose completely out of tank Lift filter A out of tank Fig 16 Pull filter off with a twisting motion Discard filter Install new filter...

Page 16: ...erformance If further adjustments are necessary please take your unit to the nearest qualified service technician 12 MAINTENANCE 12 1 Guide bar maintenance Frequent lubrication of the guide bar railed bar which supports and carries the saw chain sprocket tip is required Proper maintenance of the guide bar as explained in this section is essential to keep your saw in good working condition 12 2 Spr...

Page 17: ...ar protective gloves during maintenance operations Do not carry out maintenance when the engine is hot 12 4 Chain sharpening Chain sharpening requires special tools to ensure that cutters are sharpened at the correct angle and depth For the inexperienced chain saw user we recommend that the saw chain be professionally sharpened by the nearest professional service center For non experienced users o...

Page 18: ...and template supplied optional then round off the front corner Fig 23 WARNING Proper adjustment of the depth gauge is as important as proper sharpening of the chain 12 5 Guide bar The bar should be reversed every 8 working hours to ensure uniform wear Keep the bar groove and lubrication hole clean using a bar groove cleaner optional fig 24 check the bar rails frequently for wear and if necessary W...

Page 19: ...or with too little oil will decrease cutting efficiency shorten saw chain life cause rapid dulling of chain and lead to excessive wear of bar from overheating Too little oil is evidenced by smoke or bar discoloration Chain sharpening For the inexperienced chain saw user we recommend that the saw chain be professionally sharpened by the nearest professional service center If you feel comfortable sh...

Page 20: ...es to coat internal components Replace spark plug Fig 19 Note store the unit in a dry place and away from possible sources of ignition such as a furnace gas hot water heater gas dryer etc Removing a unit from storage Remove spark plug Pull starter rope briskly to clear excess oil from combustion chamber Clean and gap spark plug or install a new spark plug with proper gap Prepare unit for operation...

Page 21: ...use also do not fall under the warranty provisions We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the tool Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus tools You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90 Any transportation costs shall always be borne by the customer unless agreed otherwise ...

Page 22: ...3cc Trade mark POWERplus Model POWXG1018 is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives based on the application of European harmonized standards Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration European Directives including if applicable their amendments up to the date of signature 2004 108 EC 2006 42 EC 20...

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