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LR-62.5

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WARNING

        All information found in this guide

    must be read and understood before
     use or testing of this tool. Failure

to read and understand these warnings
and safe handling instructions could result
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HYDRAULIC

LONG REACH

CHAINSAW

LR Manual 05-08

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For cutting and trimming of limbs and

branches from the ground or an aerial bucket

that a standard chainsaw could not reach.

Summary of Contents for LR 62.5

Page 1: ... understand these warnings and safe handling instructions could result in severe personal injury and or death HYDRAULIC LONG REACH CHAINSAW LR Manual 05 08 OPERA OPERA OPERA OPERA OPERAT T T T TORS ORS ORS ORS ORS GUIDE GUIDE GUIDE GUIDE GUIDE For cutting and trimming of limbs and branches from the ground or an aerial bucket that a standard chainsaw could not reach ...

Page 2: ...ith a standard chain saw The dielectric property of the fiberglass extension tube will reduce the chance of electric shock when used near an energized electric line Other features include a trigger guard to prevent accidental movement of the chain a covered sprocket guard and a rubber collar hand stop A quick set spool can be turned 180 degrees for closed center open center operations UPON RECEIPT...

Page 3: ...l leaks Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Hard Hat WARNING Always wear a hard hat to avoid injury from debris Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury Hearing Protection WARNING Always wear hearing protection to avoid hearing loss due to longterm exposure to high noise levels Foot Protection WARNING Always wear foot protection Failure to do so can result in serio...

Page 4: ...jury could occur during the time required to stop the tool DO NOT alter or remove the safety latch attached to the trigger This latch is designed to prevent accidental movement of the trigger which could cause the chain to start up and cause severe personal injury or property damage DO wear protective gloves when handling or adjusting the saw chain The saw can and will cause damage to the hands wi...

Page 5: ...y WARNING Make certain the fiberglass extension tube is free from moisture oil and grease The accumulation of any or all of the above mentioned materials will reduce the insulating properties of the fiberglass extension tube WARNING General Safety Ensure that all fellow employees and byst anders are clear a nd protected from possible injury caused by this tool or the operations being performed Per...

Page 6: ...und W orn or damaged hoses may fail resulting in personal injury or property damage CLEAR WORK AREA of all bystanders and unnecessary personnel before operating this tool Falling debris could cause serious injury or death Failure to observe this warning could result in serious injury CAUTION Safe Handling HYDRAULIC FLUID MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION Handle hydraulic tools and hoses with care to preve...

Page 7: ...fications may be used for this tool S U S 100O F 38O C 140 TO 225 210O F 99O C 40 minimum FLASH POINT 340O F min 170O C min POUR POINT 30O F min 34O C min These specifications must be strictly adhered to for this tool to function properly Any deviation can cause severe injury or death Use only factory specified parts when repairing and or replacing Severe damage to the tool can occur with non spec...

Page 8: ...efore connecting or disconnecting system components ALWAYS DEPRESSURIZE hydraulic system before disconnecting this unit or any of the systems components ALWAYS TIGHTEN couplings completely Loose or improperly tightened couplings will not allow fluid to pass through the hose creating a blockage in the supply or return line WARNING HOSE INSTALLATION Care must be t aken to assure the correct connecti...

Page 9: ...hainsaw and inspect the following items Inspect the saw chain The chain tension should be set per Fig 3 If the tension is too tight the saw guide will wear excessively If the tension is too loose the chain could jump the track Follow the settings as described in Fig 3 Set the automatic oiler as described in Fig 2 If set properly a fine mist should show at the tip of the chain Too much fluid will d...

Page 10: ... when the tip of the blade touches the wood Faithfully avoid touching the wood at either the tip or the top side of the blade Touching the tip will kick the saw up and back toward the operator at lightning speed Touching the wood with the top side will pull the saw out of the operator s hands Both situations can cause serious injury and or damage to the operator nearby persons and surrounding equi...

Page 11: ...ently The automatic oiler uses hydraulic fluid for the bar and chain this will cause the fluid level to drop All the above items must be replaced with new parts if signs of wear are evident ADJUST Saw chain and automatic oiler Too much or too little tension will wear the chain Insufficient oil will wear the saw chain and the chain guide and cause heat to build up at the tip where most of the wear ...

Page 12: ...ulic source Severe injury can occur if the power is on and the saw starts running accidentally A slotted head metering screw will be found at the position shown in Fig 2 Turn the screw counterclockwise to increase the oil flow To decrease the flow turn the screw clockwise Make adjustments by turning no more than turn Run the saw at full speed and watch the end of the saw If a fine mist appears at ...

Page 13: ...the hydraulic supply system before making adjustments The adjusting screw is in the motor head and drive unit Check tension by pulling the chain at the bottom side Fig 8 away from the guide with a two pound approx pull If the chain pulls away more than 1 8 the chain is too loose Less than 1 8 is too tight Loosen the two mounting screws that hold the chain bar to the frame Turn the adjusting screw ...

Page 14: ... worn parts Dirt or contaminants in tool Disassemble and clean Internal parts worn Replace worn parts Hydraulic level low Fill to level Check for leaks Tool is erratic Hydraulic fluid not warm Allow oil to warm up Dirt or contaminants in tool Clean and reassemble Air in system Check hoses for breaks leaks or loose connections Tool leaks hydraulic fluid Guide bar oil port clogged Clean oil slot und...

Page 15: ...4 13422 Grommet 1 5 Return Tube 1 13251 For Model LR 88 5 13452 For Model LR 75 13453S For Model LR 62 5 6 Pressure Tube 1 13251P For Model LR 88 5 13452P For Model LR 75 13453P For Model LR 62 5 7 13425 Rubber Straps O Ring 4 8 13416 Rear Tube Support 1 9 13448 Button Head Screw 2 10 13402 Control Handle 1 11 13440 Oval Head Screws 3 12 13403CM Motor Assembly 1 13 RL13400 Label Set Not Shown 1 13...

Page 16: ...413 O Ring Oiler 1 9 13412 Lube Plug Oiler 1 11 13434 Snap Ring Bearing Ret 1 12 13411 Sealed Bearing 1 13 13435 Needle Bearing 4 14 13426 11 Tooth Gear 2 15 13407 Idler Shaft 1 16 13436 Gasket 1 17 13405 Motor Cap 1 18 13437 Socket Cap Screw 8 19 13438 Lock Washer 8 20 13439 O Ring 1 21 13440 Oval Head Screws 3 FIGURE 5 HEAD MOTOR SIDE ...

Page 17: ...19 Chain Adjuster 1 5 13455 Adjusting Screw and Retainer 1 6 13456 Assembly Screws 2 6A 13449 Flat Washer 2 7 13418 Cover 1 8 13409 Jam Nut 1 9 13433 Flat Washer 1 10 13408 Sprocket 1 11 13410 Keyed Was 1 12 13429 Drive Key Sprocket 1 13 13406 Drive Shaft 1 14 Oil Groove HEAD CHAIN SIDE PARTS LIST FIGURE 6 6A ...

Page 18: ... Back of Spool 1 5 13420 Spool 1 6 13402 Handle Body 1 8 13428 Spool Spring 1 9 13448 Screw 1 4 20 x 3 4 2 10 13445 Spring Pin 1 11 13417 O Ring Front of Spool 1 12 13490 Trigger with safety 1 13 13441 10 32 Screw 3 14 13430 Trigger Pin 1 15 13457 Snap Ring 2 16 13432 Trigger Guard 1 13446 Seal Kit Indicates items included in set 1 HANDLE PARTS LIST FIGURE 7 ...

Page 19: ...r damage A small cut will cause a leak When assembling or disassembling O rings use hydraulic fluid as a lubricant to help disassembly or installation DISASSEMBLY MOTOR AND BLADE ASSEMBLY Adjusting and installing saw chain is an ongoing task Fig 6 may be found on page 16 See Fig 6 exploded view as a reference to explain this procedure Start by removing two hex bolts 6 and pull off cover 7 This exp...

Page 20: ...ISASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 4 Page 15 Removal of Tube Assembly from Valve Remove two screws 9 from valve body Gently slide outer tube 3 from valve 10 Removal of Tube Assembly from Motor Housing Remove three oval head screws 12 from motor housing Gently slide outer tube 3 away from motor housing Removal of Inner Tubes 5 and 6 from Outer Tube 3 Push or pull inner tubes from the outer tube Three O rin...

Page 21: ...s of the inner tubes are clean and free of burrs and tears so as not cut or scratch the O rings Install the three oval head screws 11 and two button head screws 9 ASSEMBLE VALVE HANDLE BODY See Figure 7 Page 18 Install O ring 11 in the groove near the bottom of the Spool Cavity followed by Washer 3 and Retaining Ring 2 Install O ring 4 on Spool 5 being careful not to cut the ring when passing over...

Page 22: ...nsive vibration DIRECTIONS 1 Remove chain cover from motor assembly 2 Center chain adjuster on chain adjusting screw 3 Advance adjusting screw fully 4 Align a centerpunch as close as possible to the exposed end of the bolt and tap with a hammer spreading the thread Refer to photo A below 5 Turn the bolt 1 2 turn and repeat step 4 6 Re assemble and adjust bar and chain as needed A All future saw or...

Page 23: ...nning with Serial 4234 will feature a modified trigger assembly The new assembly features a modified Safety Latch Spring and Mounting Pin which will enhance the trigger performance increase user safety and reduce maintenance frequency Any saw requiring trigger parts or service will receive the new assembly Since all trigger assemblies shipped after the printing of this document will consist of the...

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Page 25: ...431 Chain Bar 1 4 13419 Chain Adjuster 1 5 13455 Adjusting Screw 1 6 13456 Assembly Screws 2 6 A 13449 Flat Washer 2 7 13418 Cover 1 8 13409 Jam Nut 1 9 1 3 4 3 3 Flat Washer 1 1 0 1 3 4 0 8 Sprocket 1 1 1 1 3 4 1 0 Keyed Washer 1 1 2 1 3 4 2 9 Woodruff Key 1 13 13464 Thread Insert 2 13402CH Complete Handle Assy 1 13421 OC CC Knob 1 2 1 3 4 2 3 Snap Ring 2 3 1 3 4 2 4 Spool Retainer Washer 2 4 1 3...

Page 26: ...24 92 Steamwhistle Drive Ivyland PA 18974 Phone 800 966 3530 Fax 215 357 9193 Visit us on the web at www Reliable Equip com ...

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