Operator’s Manual PROVABILITY 2-Cycle Gas Chain saw Model TB4218CC This product has been tested at a computed kickback angle {(CKA) and conforms to ANSI Annex G. WARNING « PLEASE READ Beware of kickback. Hold chain saw firmly with both hands when using. For your own safety, please read and follow the safety precautions in this manual before attempting to operate your chain saw. Improper use can cause serous injury.
INTRODUCTION THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power ool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easy-misunderstand operating instructions. Read the whole manual and folio all the instructions 10 keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The Instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures, SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING DANGER. Failure to obey a = safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Be sure that the saw’s chain stops moving when the throttle control trigger is released. Shut off the engine before setting the chain saw down, Use extreme caution when cutting small-sized brush and saplings because slender material may catch the chain saw and whip towards you or pull you off balance.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION OTHER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS + Do not operate a chain saw with one hand! Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders, or any combination of these persons may resit from one handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two handed use. Do not operate a chain saw if you are fatigued. Use safety footwear; snug-fitted clothing; protective gloves; and eye, hearing, and head protection devices.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING + SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
15 19 CHAIN SAW COMPONENTS FRAGONARD B MAGOO DRAG D GUIDE BAR BAW CHAIN SAW FAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW SPARK ARRESTED SCREEN CHAIN BRAKE® LEVER /HAND GUARD FRONT HANDLE STARTER HANDLE SPARK PLUG AlR CLEANER COVER . STIR SWITCH . SAFETY LATCH Oll. TANK CAP STARTER COVER . FUEL TANK CAP . REAR HANDLE / BOOT LOOP . PRIMER BULB . BLUE CHOKE LEVER . BAR RETAINING NUT . THROTTLE / TRIGGER . CHAIN CATCHER MUFFLER SHIELD . CLUTCH COVER . BUCKING SPIKE . CLUTCH COVER RETAINING SCREW . SCREWDRIVER / WRENCH .
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ¢ KICKBACK SPECIFICS WARNING: Kickback can lead * to dangerous loss of control of the chain saw and result in serious or fatal injury to the saw operator or to anyone standing close by, Always be alert. Rotational kickback and pinch-kickback are major chain saw operational dangers and the leading cause of most accidents. Beware of. Rotational Kickback A = Kickback path 8 = Kickback reaction zone Fig.
OIL AND FUEL OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for the unit not running properly. Be sure o use fresh, clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper fuel/oil mixture. Definition of Blended Fuels Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol, or MTGE (ether). Alcohol-blended fuel absorbs water. As little as 1% water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate. t forms acids when stored.
STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING G « Operate this unit only STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS = in a well ventilated 1. Release the trigger and allow the engine to return to outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust the idle speed. fumes can e lethal in a confined area. 2. Move the STOP switch fo the STOP position, NOTE: For emergency stopping. simply activate the A WARNING. Never operate the saw Chain Brake® and move the STOP switch down. * without the bar and chain properly installed. STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FELLING Felling is the term for curling down & tree. Small seer up 10 8-7 inches (15-18cmy in diameter are usually cut ina single cut. Larger trees require notch cuts. Notch cuts determine the direction the tree will fall. WARNING retreat path (A} » should be planned and cleared as necessary before cuts are started. The retreat path should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the expected fine of fall, as illustrated in Fig. 8, notched. A WARNING: [t from of CAUTION.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS When bucking on a slope, always stand on the uphill side. 1. Log supported along entire length: Cut from top {overbuy, being careful to avoid cutting into the ground {Fig. 13). 2. Log supported on 1 end: First, cut from bottom {under buck) 1/3 diameter of log to avoid splintering. Second, cut from above (over buck) 1o meet first cut and avoid pinching (Fig. 14). 3.
MAINTENANCE AND REP‘ IR INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL THE GUIDE BAR INSTALL THE SAW CHAIN « Al A CAUTION A Warning' USE THE ORIGINAL STYLE BAR with the oil when handling the saw chain. passage hole (A) as illustrated in Fig. 17. 1. Spread chain out in a loop with cutting edges (A) 1. Make sure the Chain Brake® lever is pulled back pointing CLOCKWISE around poof (Fig. 20). into the DISENGAGED position (Fig. 17), 2. Slip the chain around the sprocket (B) behind the 2.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT CAUTION A new saw chain Al » stretches, requiring WARNING: Slasher adjustment after as few as 5 cuts. This 1s normal protective gives with a new chain, and the interval between when handling the saw chain.
FUEL FILTER AIR FILTER A CAUTION: Never operate saw without the air filter. Dust and dirt wil be drawn into engine and damage it. Keep the air filter clean. A CAUTION: [5G rein, The fuel fighter should be replaced after each 20 hours of use, Drain fuel tank before changing. 1. Remove the top cover (A) by loosening the cover retaining screws. Cover will lift off (Fig. 28). o Lift the air filter (8} out of air-box {C) {Fig. 286} 3. Clean air filter. Wash filter in clean, warm, scary water.
SPARK ARRESTED SCREEN NOTE: A clogged spark arrested screen will dramatically reduce engine performance. 1. Remove the 3 bolts (A) and pull muffler out. (Fig. 28). 2. Renovate the 2 sowers (B} that hold the spark arrested cover (C) (Fig. 29). 3. Discard the used spark arrested screen (D) and replace it with a new one. 4. Reassemble the muffler components and install the muffler to the cylinder. Tighten securely. Fig.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS STORING A CHAIN SAW Sprocket Tip Lubrication CAUTION. Never store a chain * saw for longer than 30 days without performing the following procedures, Storing a chain saw for longer than 30 days requires storage maintenance, Unless the storage instructions are followed, fuel remaining in the carburetor will evaporate, leaving gum-like deposits. This could lead to difficult starting and result in costly repairs. 1.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE: Most guide bar problems can be prevented merely by keeping the chain saw well maintained. Insufficient guide bar lubrication and operating the saw with chain that is too tight will contribute to rapid bar wear. To help minimize bar wear, the following guide bar maintenance procedures are recommended. BAR WEAR Turn guide ber frequently at regular intervals (for example, after 5 hours of use), to ensure gen wear on top and bottom of bar.
TROUBLESHOOTING UNIT WON'T START OR STARTS BUT WILL NOT RUN CAUSE ACTION Incorrect starting procedures Fallow instructions in the Starting/Stopping section incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting Have carburetor adjusted by Authorized Service Center Fouled spark plug Clean / gap or replace plug UNIT STARTS, BUT ENGINE HAS LOW POWER CAUSE ACTION Fuel filter is plugged Replace the tel filter Incorrect lever position Move to RUN position Dirty spark arrested screen Replace spark arrested screen.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: PROVABILITY The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Silt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Sift LLC warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year commencing on the date of original purchase and wif, at its caption, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship.