37CC PETROL CHAINSAW PCH37 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1 Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code: PCH37 Date: 060426 Edition: 04 Op: DCR
Contents Warranty 2 Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty Description of symbols 3 Symbols on the machine 4 Specifications 4 General safety instructions 5 Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the assistance of our service department.
Dear Customer Description of symbols If you require any help with your product, whether it is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information, please phone our Help Line for an immediate response. Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand. The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use. Conforms to relevant safety standards. Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection. Wear head protection.
Symbols on the machine Specifications Fuel inlet. (Position: under the fuel tank cap.) Chain oil inlet. (Position: next to the oil tank cap.) On/Off. (Position: on the on/off switch.) Setting the on/off switch to Off, stops the engine immediately. Run position. ree Start position (when engine is warm.
f) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure that these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards. 3) Power tool use and care a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
4) Service a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair personnel using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. Additional safety rules for petrol chain saws NOTE. For safety reasons the chain saw is shipped with the chain brake fully engaged. This brake must be released before the saw becomes operational. • Never cut into the ground. • Never cut into wire fences. • Never cut into samplings. • Never cut into prepared wood.
• Ensure you use oil-mix fuel. Ensure that you mix 50 parts unleaded fuel to 1 part 2-stroke oil. If not, the engine will overheat and cause damage to your chain saw. • Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank. Kickback safety precautions • Kickback may occur when the tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain.
Know your product 1. Guide bar 2. Chain 3. Chain tensioning screw 4. Chain drive cover 13 5. Chain drive cover nuts (x 2) 6. Cylinder cover 7. Ventilation slide cover 8. Air filter 9. Front guard (chain brake) 10. Top handle 11. Top cover 12. Top cover knob 13. Rear handle 14. Recoil starter 15. Idling adjustment screw 16. Fast run adjustment screw 17. Slow run adjustment screw 18. Choke control 19. On/Off switch 20. Trigger switch 21. Lock off switch 22. Chain catcher 23. Oil tank cap 24. Fuel tank cap 25.
6. Place the chain (2) around the drive sprocket wheel (25) with the chain links in the direction shown on the bar and fit the chain around the guide bar. 7. Fit the chain drive cover and fasten the two nuts (5), finger tight. Installing the guide bar and chain WARNING. The chain has sharp edges. Use work gloves for safety. 1. Pull the front guard (9) towards the rear of the saw until there is a “click” to make sure that the chain brake is released. 2.
NOTE. Do not discard an unwanted fuel container with household waste. It must be taken to an authorised repository site. Mixing fuel (50:1 mixing ratio) 1. Measure out the quantities of petrol and oil to be mixed. 2. Put some of the petrol into a clean, approved fuel container. 3. Pour in all of the oil and mix well. 4. Pour in the rest of the petrol and again mix well (at least one minute). 5. It is very important to mix the two ingredients properly to prevent unnecessary engine wear. 6.
4. Hold the chain saw securely on the ground and pull vigorously on the recoil starter (14). Repeat (at least 15 times) until the engine “kicks” (attempts to start). 5. With the lock off switch (21) held depressed slightly pull on the trigger switch (20) and then release it. The choke control will click back one position. 6. Pull the recoil starter (14) again and restart the engine. Allow the engine to warm up. 7.
5. Turn the L screw (17) slowly clockwise until the idling speed is at its maximum then turn the screw back (anticlockwise) 1/4 of a turn. 6. Turn the idling adjusting screw (T) (15) anticlockwise until the chain does not turn. 7. If the idling speed is too slow, turn screw (T) clockwise. 8. Make a test cut and adjust screw (16) for best cutting power, not for maximum speed. Stopping the chainsaw 1. Release the trigger switch. 2. Set the on/off switch (19) to Off (the O position).
5. Remove the cylinder cover (6). 6. Remove the slide cover, turn it the other way round with the snow crystal symbol at the top and the sun symbol at the bottom and replace the slide cover in the cylinder cover. Replace the cylinder cover and restore all other components in their original positions. Operating in cold temperatures The ventilation slide cover (7) is factory set for use of the chain saw in normal temperatures. It can be changed for use in temperatures around or below freezing point.
2 2 While cutting, always: • Run the chainsaw motor at full revs. This makes the job safer, as there is less chance of pull-in or kick-back. • Position your body to the left of the chainsaw so if it kicks back uncontrollably, it goes over your right shoulder, never stand in the cutting line of the saw. • Keep a firm grip with your left hand on the front handle, with your thumb securely below the handle. • The swivel of your wrist in a kick-back situation will activate the chain brake.
2. Remove the air filter (8). 3. Split the air filter into its two halves and clean the mesh. Dry particles can be removed by tapping on a hard surface. More stubborn dirt may require washing out the filter with petrol or using an air compressor. 4. Re-assemble the two halves and replace the airfilter, top cover (11) and knob (12). 5. Take off the guide bar (1) and maintain it as follows, remove any sawdust from the groove in the guide bar. 6. Make sure that the oil port is not clogged.
Chain sharpening Sharpen the chain regularly to maintain optimum performance of the saw. Signs of a dull chain are: • The sawdust becomes powder-like • Extra force is required to execute a cut • The cut does not track in a straight line • Increased vibration • Increased fuel consumption WARNING. Wear heavy gloves when handling the chain. Hold the guide bar (1) securely in a vice. Sharpen each cutter using the chain file (30). Always use outward strokes.
Carefully read the entire Instruction Manual before using this product. Before returning this product for a Warranty Claim or any other reason Please Call 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand) When you make your call, please have the following information at hand: GMC Product Type GMC Product Code A GMC Service Engineer will take your call and, in most cases, will be able to solve your problem over the phone.
