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POWXG1013 EN

1 APPLIANCE .................................................................................... 3

2 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................ 3

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

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

5 SAFETY ........................................................................................... 5

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

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

8 ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 7

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

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

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

8.3.1 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

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 (Fig. 8) .......................................................................... 10

10.2 To start engine ..................................................................................................... 11

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

10.4 To stop engine (Fig 9G) ....................................................................................... 11

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

10.6 Saw chain / bar lubrication .................................................................................. 12

Summary of content (22 pages)

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POWXG1013 EN 1 APPLIANCE .................................................................................... 3 2 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................ 3 3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST............................................................ 4 4 SYMBOLS ....................................................................................... 4 5 SAFETY ...........................................................................................
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POWXG1013 EN 10.7 Automatic oiler..................................................................................................... 12 10.8 General cutting instructions ............................................................................... 12 10.8.1 Felling .................................................................................................................... 12 10.8.2 Limbing ..................................................................................................
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EN POWXG1013 GASOLINE CHAINSAW 37.2CC POWXG1013 1 APPLIANCE These models are intended for infrequent use by homeowners, cottagers, and campers, and for such general applications as clearing, pruning, cutting firewood, etc. They are not intended for prolonged use. If the intended use involves prolonged periods of operation, this may cause circulatory problems in the user’s hands due to vibration. It is not designed for commercial use.
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EN POWXG1013 NOTE: Study your saw and be familiar with its parts. WARNING 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 serious injury. WARNING! When using gas tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit.
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POWXG1013 EN 5 SAFETY                         DO NOT operate a chain saw with one hand! Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders, or any combination of these persons may result from onehanded operation. A chain saw is intended for twohanded use. DO NOT operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. Use safety footwear, snug-fitting clothing, protective gloves, and eye, hearing and head protection devices.
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POWXG1013    EN Wear gloves and keep your hand warm. Prolonged use of chainsaws exposing the operator to vibrations may produce whitefinger disease. In order to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease, please wear gloves and keep your hand warm. If any of the whitefinger symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. Drive in the spiked bumper of the chainsaw directly behind the intended hinge and pivot the saw around this point. The spiked bumper rolls against the trunk.
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EN POWXG1013 Beware of:  Rotational kickback (fig 2a) A = kickback path B = kickback reaction zone  The push (pinch kickback) and pull reactions a = pull (fig2b) B = solid objects C = push 7 SAFETY WARNINGS GASOLINE WARNING: Use extra care in handling fuels. They are flammable and the vapours are explosive. The following points must be observed.         Use only an approved container. Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the power source running.
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POWXG1013    EN To ensure the bar and chain receive oil, only use the original style bar with the oil passage hole (A) as illustrated above. (fig. 3a) Make sure the chain brake lever is pulled back into the disengaged position(fig. 3b) Remove the bar retaining nut(s) (B). Remove the chain brake cover (C) by pulling straight out, some force may be required. (fig. 3c). Note: discard the two plastic washers.they are only used for shipping the chain saw.
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POWXG1013 EN Note: if chain is difficult to rotate on guide bar or if it binds, too much tension has been applied. This requires minor adjustment as follows:   Loosen the bar retaining nuts so they are finger tight. Decrease tension by turning the bar adjustment screw counterclockwise slowly. Move chain back and forth on bar. Continue to adjust until chain rotates freely, but fits snugly. Increase tension by turning bar adjustment screw clockwise.
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POWXG1013 EN Warning: 2-cycle lubricant must be a premium grade oil for 2-cycle air cooled engines mixed at a 25:1 ratio. Do not use any 2-cycle oil product with a recommended mixing ratio of 100:1. If insufficiënt lubrication is the cause of engine damage, it voids the manufacturer’s engine warranty. 9.2 Mixing fuel Add oil to an approved fuel container followed by the gasoline to allow incoming gasoline to mix with oil. Shake container to ensure thorough mix.
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EN POWXG1013 10.2 To start engine  To start the saw, push the switch (ON/OFF switch) to the ON (I) position. (Fig. 9a)  Pull out the choke (A) to the point where it latches in place. (Fig. 9b)  Depress starter switch and (C) safety trigger (D) release trigger and then the latch. (Fig. 9c)  Place the saw on a firm and level surface. Hold the saw securely with your foot as illustrated. Tug sharply on the starter 2 times.Watch the chain in case it runs. (Fig.
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POWXG1013 EN 10.6 Saw chain / bar lubrication Adequate lubrication of the saw chain is essential at all times to minimize friction with the guide bar. Never starve the bar and chain of oil. Running the saw with too little oil will decrease cutting efficiency, shorten saw chain life, cause rapid dulling of chain, and cause excessive wear of bar from overheating. Too little oil is evidenced by smoke, bar discoloration or pitch build-up.
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POWXG1013 EN General guidelines for felling trees: Normally felling consists of 2 main cutting operations, notching (C) and making the felling cut (D). Start making the upper notch cut (C) on the side of the tree facing the felling direction (E). Be sure you don t make the lower cut too deep into the trunk. The notch (C) should be deep enough to create a hinge (F) of sufficient width and strength. The notch should be wide enough to direct the fall of the tree for as long as possible.
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EN POWXG1013   Log supported on 1 end: First, cut from bottom (underbuck) 1/3 diameter of log to avoid splintering. Second, cut from above (overbuck) to meet first cut and avoid pinching (Fig. 13b). Log supported on both ends: First, overbuck 1/3 diameter of log to avoid splintering. Second, underbuck to meet first cut and avoid pinching (Fig. 13c) NOTE: The best way to hold a log while bucking is to use a sawhorse.
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EN POWXG1013 Cleaning of guide bar Oil pump check up Thorough cleanup Fine tuning and testing 11.3 Air filter Caution: never operate saw without the air filter. Dust and dirt will be drawn into engine and damage it. Keep the air filter clean! To clean air filter:  Remove knob (A) holding air filter cover in place, remove the top cover (B) by loosening the cover retaining screw. Cover will lift off. (fig. 15a)  Lift the air filter (C) out of air-box (D) (fig. 15b).  Clean air filter.
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POWXG1013 11.6 EN Spark plug Note: for efficient operation of saw engine, spark plug must be kept clean and properly gapped.        Push stop switch down. Remove knob (A) holding air filter cover in place, remove the top cover (B) by loosening the cover retaining screw. Cover will lift off. (fig. 18a) Disconnect the wire connector (C) from the spark plug (D) by pulling and twisting at the same time (fig. 18b). Remove spark plug with spark plug socket wrench.
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EN POWXG1013 To lubricate sprocket tip: Warning: wear heavy duty work gloves when handling the bar and chain.  Press the stop switch down. Note: it is not necessary to remove the saw chain to lubricate the guide bar sprocket tip. Lubrication can be done on the job.    Clean the guide bar sprocket tip. Using the lube gun (optional), insert needle nose into the lubrication hole and inject grease until it appears at outside edge of sprocket tip (fig. 20). Rotate saw chain by hand.
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POWXG1013 EN Warning: after 3 to 4 of your sharpening of the cutting teeth, havve the saw chain sharpened in any authorised service. They will sharpen the depth limiter as well, which provides the distance. Chain sharpening The pitch of the chain (fig. 21) depends on the model. POWXG1013 Pitch 3/8” Gauge 0.050” Sharpen the chain using protective gloves and a round file of ø5/32” (4mm). Always sharpen the cutters only with outward strokes (fig.22) observing the values given in fig. 21.
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EN POWXG1013 Warning: never have more than 3 links removed from a loop of chain. This could cause damage to the sprocket. Chain lubrication: Always make sure the automatic oiler system is working properly. Keep the oil tank filled with good quality chain, bar and sprocket oil. Adequate lubrication of the bar and chain during cutting operations is essential to minimize friction with the guide bar. Never starve the bar and chain of lubricating oil.
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EN POWXG1013 15 STORING A CHAIN SAW 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.  Remove the fuel tank cap slowly to release any pressure in tank. Carefully drain the fuel tank.
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EN POWXG1013 PROBLEM Runs erratically. Smokes excessively. PROBABLE CAUSE Incorrectly gapped spark plug. Plugged spark arrestor. Dirty air filter. Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting. Incorrect fuel mixture. CORRECTIVE ACTION Clean/gap or replace plug. Clean or replace spark arrestor. Clean or replace air filter. Have carburetor adjusted by authorized service center. Use properly mixed fuel (25:1).
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EN POWXG1013 19 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that, Product: Electrical chain saw 2400W trade mark: POWERplus model: POWXG1006 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.