Operation Manual

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23 • F016 L70 362 • TMS • 24.01.06
Clean the moulded plastic housing of the chain saw
using a soft brush and clean cloth. Do not use water,
solvents or polishes. Remove all debris, especially
from the motor cooling vents 27.
Remove and brush clean the cover plate 12, chain
and chain bar after 1 to 3 hours of use.
Clean the area under the cover plate 12, the drive
sprocket 21 and chain bar assembly using a soft
brush. Clean oil outlet 19 with a clean cloth.
If the chain saw is to be stored for a longer period of
time, clean chain and chain bar.
Store in a secure, dry place out of the reach of chil-
dren. Do not place other objects on the chain saw.
To prevent leakage ensure machine is left in a hori-
zontal position (oil filler cap 4 uppermost).
When storing machine in original packaging the oil
tank must be completely emptied.
The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate correctly.
If these do not identify/remedy the problem, contact your service agent.
Warning: Switch off and remove plug from mains before investigating fault.
Cleaning/Storage
A
Fault Finding
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Chain saw fails to oper-
ate
Kickback brake is activated
No power
Mains socket faulty
Extension cord damaged
Fuse faulty
Pull hand guard 5 back in position ➊
(Figure D)
Check power
Use another socket
Check cord, replace
Replace fuse
Chain saw operates
intermittently
Extension cord damaged
Loose connection
Internal wiring defective
On/Off switch defective
Check cord, replace
Contact service agent
Contact service agent
Contact service agent
Dry chain No oil in reservoir
Vent in oil filler cap clogged
Oil passage clogged
Refill oil
Clean cap
Clean oil passage outlet
Kickback Brake/Run
Down Brake
Brake does not stop chain Contact service agent
Chain/chain bar over-
heats
No oil in reservoir
Vent in oil filler cap clogged
Oil passage clogged
Chain is over tensioned
Dull chain
Refill oil
Clean cap
Clean oil passage outlet
Adjust chain tension
Sharpen chain or replace
Chain saw rips, vibrates,
does not saw properly
Chain tension too loose
Dull chain
Chain worn out
Chain teeth are facing in the wrong
direction
Adjust chain tension
Sharpen chain or replace
Replace chain
Reassemble with chain in correct
direction
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