644 // 651 / 651H / 651SP // 656 / 656H / 656SP Instruction manual Chain saw Important! Read this instruction manual carefully before first operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! 9644130 english 08/2007
Preface Dear Customer, Congratulations for choosing this SOLO quality product. E SOLO have pioneered the development N of the chainsaw in Germany. As one of the G oldest manufacturers of petrol driven chainsaws in the business, they can fall back on a wealth of experience which informs every detail of a modern SOLO chainsaw. The combination of state-of-the-art production materials with SOLO expertise guarantees that every machine offers an extremely long tool life and very high practical value.
Index Page 1. Information about these operating instructions.............................................................4 1.1 1.2 Notational conventions used in the operating instructions Copyright 4 5 2. Safety regulations .............................................................................................................6 E 2.1 Correct use 6 N 2.2 General safety instructions 6 G 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.
Information about these operating instructions - Notational conventions used in the operating instructions 1. Information about these operating instructions These operating instructions are an integral part of the equipment. They contain important information and instructions for handling the equipment. Always follow any specified safety regulations and instructions, as they are a prerequisite for ensuring that you work safely with the equipment.
Information about these operating instructions - Notational conventions used in the operating instructions, - Copyright . In addition, the following pictograms are used in these operating instructions to represent the relevant functional parts of the equipment: Grip heating switch Models 651H / 656H only E N G Chain lubrication: Symbol above the tank cap for chain lubrication.
Safety regulations - Correct use, - General safety instructions 2. Safety regulations 2.1 Correct use E The chainsaw must only be used to cut wood or wooden objects. It must only be used in the working N situations described in Chapter 7, "Using the chainsaw". G Loose cutting objects must be safely secured (e.g. on a sawhorse). When cutting down overgrown trees and branches, please refer to the notes on cutting down trees and removing branches in Chapter 7, "Using the chainsaw".
Safety regulations - General safety instructions, - Prescribed work clothing • Only use this machine if it is in good, safe condition. Always check the machine prior to use. Risk of accident! • Only use those accessories and attachments that have been supplied by the manufacturer and that are expressly approved for attachment. • The reliability and safe operation of your machine depend on the quality of parts used with the machine. Only use original spare parts.
Safety regulations - Fuelling, - When transporting the equipment 2.4 Fuelling Petrol is very light and highly flammable. Keep away from open flames and never spill fuel. Do not smoke at the operating site or at and near the refuelling site! E • N G • Stop the engine prior to refuelling. Let the engine cool down before refuelling - fire risk! • Open the tank lid slowly to allow any excess pressure in the tank to be reduced without the risk of petrol spraying out.
Safety regulations - Beim Zusammenbau, Reinigung, bei Wartung und Reparatur, Before starting the tool 2.6 During assembly, cleaning, maintenance and repair • The power tool must not be assembled, maintained, repaired or stored in the vicinity of naked flames.
Safety regulations - Starting the tool, When working with the saw 2.8 Starting the tool • E • N G • The power tool must only be started up if it is fully assembled. When starting the tool, keep a minimum distance of 3 metres to where the tool was refuelled. Never start the device in an enclosed room. Make sure that you have a secure footing on firm ground when starting the tool. Always check that the ground is level and keep a safe hold of the power tool.
Safety regulations - When working with the saw - Never touch the ground with the chainsaw while it is running. - Do not use the saw to prise off or scoop away pieces of wood or other objects. - Longitudinal cuts should be made at as flat an angle as possible. Special care is required here, as the bumper spikes cannot engage. - Be careful when cutting wood which has splintered, as sawn off pieces of wood can be torn off and fly off at high speeds (risk of injury).
Your SOLO chainsaw - Standard delivery;- Designation of important controls and functional parts 3. Your SOLO chainsaw 3.1 Standard delivery • • E • N G • • • Chainsaw – basic unit (without guide bar and saw chain) Depending on the selected version, possibly the guide rail, saw chain, chain guard Models 644, 651SP, 651 ,651H and 656SP: sprocket 0.325’’ – 7, preassembled Models 656 and 656H: sprocket 0.
Your SOLO chainsaw - Designation of important controls and functional parts View: profile from the left E N G 22a/ 22b Not always standard, depending on the version View: front-left View: rear View: bottom ENGLISH 13
Your SOLO chainsaw - Symbols on the equipment and on the type plate, - Components and functional parts under the cowl 3.
Your SOLO chainsaw - Components and functional parts under the cowl Settings for winter operation / standard operation In order to prevent icing on the carburettor at low outside temperatures (below 5°C), the intake air can be preheated by setting the slide valve (33) to winter mode. The slide valve is directly accessible once the cowl (5) has been taken off with the aid of a screwdriver. Winter operation.: At ambient temperatures below 5°C set the sliding switch (33) to this symbol on the left.
Your SOLO chainsaw - Throttle control lock and throttle control, - Chain lubrication adjusting screw, - Grip heating (models 651H / 656H only) 3.5 Throttle control lock and throttle control To release the throttle control (11): • E N G Hold the rear handle with your right hand - the throttle control lock (10) is activated by the flat of your hand ! The throttle control is released. 3.
Your SOLO chainsaw - Functional parts for starting up the chainsaw 3.8 Functional parts for starting up the chainsaw Primer (21) On delivery, after extended periods in which the chain saw has not been used and if the tank has been run completely dry there will be no fuel mixture in the carburettor immediately after refuelling. In order to make it easier to start the chainsaw under these circumstances, press the primer repeatedly (at least 5x) to pump fuel mixture into the carburettor.
Your SOLO chainsaw - Chain brake 3.9 Chain brake When the chain brake is activated, it stops the saw chain in a fraction of a second. Automatic engagement: In an emergency, the chain brake engages instantly in response to the inertia caused by kickback. E Please note that even the highly effective automatic chain brake cannot offer complete protection against injury.
Your SOLO chainsaw - Specification 3.10 Specification Chain saw 644 Engine type 651 / 651H 651SP 656 / 656H 656SP SOLO single cylinder two-stroke engine 3 E N G Engine capacity cm 45 51 56 Bore / stroke mm 42 / 32,6 45 / 32 47 / 32 Max. power at rpm kW/ rpm 2,6 / 10.200 2,7 / 9.400 2,9 / 9.500 2,8 / 9.400 3,2 / 9.500 Nm / rpm 2,8 / 6.500 2,9 / 6.000 3,0 / 6.000 3,0 / 6.000 3,3 / 6.000 13.000 ± 200 12.500 ± 200 13.500 ± 200 12.500 ± 200 13.500 ± 200 Max.
Preparing the equipment for use - Assembly of the guide bar and chain 4. Preparing the equipment for use 4.1 Assembly of the guide bar and chain E N G • Undo the retaining nuts on the rail cover (12). • Take off the rail cover. • When setting up the tool for the first time, remove the cardboard disc inserted at the factory as transport protection underneath the rail cover before installing the guide bar. • On used saws, clean the rail contact surface and the oil outlet.
Preparing the equipment for use - Adjusting the chain tension 4.2 Adjusting the chain tension The chain has the correct tension if it makes full contact with the guide bar but can still be lifted off the guide bar by hand by around 2 - 4 mm. 13a* 13b* 13a / 13b: depending on the version • Loosen the retaining nuts on the rail cover (12) using the enclosed combination tool.
Preparing the equipment for use - Refuelling and adding oil to the chain lubrication system 4.3 Refuelling and adding oil to the chain lubrication system The tank caps for the fuel tank and the chain lubrication oil tank are sealed by means of an O-ring. Both tank closures should only be tightened finger-tight, without the use of tools. E N G If the fuel tank cap is stuck you can insert a screwdriver into the slot on the tank cap and use it as a lever to open the cap.
Preparing the equipment for use - Refuelling and adding oil to the chain lubrication system Chain lubrication • Chainsaw oil with an anti-fling additive that helps the oil adhere to the chain should be used for lubrication of the saw chain and guide bar. • You should generally always add the chain oil whenever topping up with fuel. • If the saw is used regularly we recommend the use of biodegradable chainsaw oil. • The bio-chainsaw oil available from SOLO (order no.
Starting / Stopping the engine - Starting positions, - Starting settings and start-up 5. Starting / Stopping the engine E N G 5.1 Starting positions • Take off the chain guard. • Place the power tool on level ground which is free of obstructions and make sure that the cutting tool is not touching anything. • Place one foot in the rear handle to secure the saw on the ground. • Use one hand to firmly hold the saw by the front handle. • Use your other hand to pull the starter handle.
Starting / Stopping the engine - Starting settings and start-up, - Engine will not start [Basic settings (chain brake, standard or winter operation, stop switch, primer) as described in the previous paragraph. ] Cold start: • Pull the choke lever (7) (this also activates the part-throttle setting) [part throttle control pin (8) is pulled along]. • Using the starter handle, start the engine until you hear it briefly ignite.
Starting / Stopping the engine - Switching the engine off, Hazards caused by kickback 5.4 Switching the engine off Release the throttle control and move the stop switch to the "Stop" position. Always make sure that the cutting tool has come to a complete standstill before placing the machine down. E Tip: N We recommend that users get into the habit of doing the following whenever temporarily switching off G the chainsaw.
Hazards caused by kickback 2. Contact point (or sticking point during a cut) in the upper area of the guide rail: Danger: • The chainsaw is kicked suddenly in the direction of the operator. • The magnitude of the acceleration and the uncontrolled response of the operator can result in serious accidents. Experienced users can perform a so-called "backhand cut".
Using the chainsaw 7. Using the chainsaw Please make sure that you follow all safety instructions and all information in the other chapters of these operating instructions whenever performing any work on or with the E chainsaw. N G Check list for use (key points only): ........................................! • Before starting: o Power tool in a condition safe to operate ...................! Operating instructions (complete) o Have the fuel mixture and oil been topped up? ........! Chapter 4.
Using the chainsaw - Cutting to length, - Cutting branches which are under tension 7.1 Cutting to length • Make sure that you have a secure footing. • Clean the area which is to be cut of any foreign bodies like sand, stones, nails etc. Foreign bodies can cause dangerous kickback. • Loose wooden objects must be firmly secured, ideally with a sawhorse. • The wood must nut be held in place with a foot or by another person. • Round timber must be secured so that they cannot rotate.
Using the chainsaw - Removing branches, - Felling 7.3 Removing branches • • • • Do not cut through free-hanging branches from underneath. Do not remove branches while standing on the trunk. Remove any obstructing branches before you start sawing. If you change your standing point, remember that the guide bar must always be on the side of the E trunk facing away from your body.
Using the chainsaw - Felling Consider the general condition of the tree: • Hanging direction – loose or dry branches – height of the tree – natural overhang – is the tree diseased? • You also need to take into account the wind speed and wind direction. Do not fell a tree under heavy, gusting winds. • The foot of the trunk must be free of all foreign objects, roots, undergrowth and branches. • Ensure that you have a secure footing and remove any objects which could cause you to trip.
Operating and maintenance information - Maintenance and care of the cutting gear 8. Operating and maintenance information With modern equipment and safety-relevant components, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by persons with suitable specialist qualifications in a workshop equipped with the E necessary special tool and testing equipment.
Operating and maintenance information - Maintenance and care of the cutting gear Sharpening the saw chain Just like any other cutting tool, the saw chain is subject to natural wear. Your chainsaw will only be able to deliver its full potential if the saw chain is correctly sharpened. Symptoms of a blunt saw chain or one which has been sharpened incorrectly: o Poor cutting performance and floury chippings ! the saw chain is blunt. o Chip size too small ! The depth limiter spacing is too small.
Operating and maintenance information - Maintenance and care of the cutting gear Notes on replacing the saw chain and the sprocket If the saw chain becomes too worn then it will become impossible to re-sharpen it properly and it should be replaced. E N G In this case you should also check the condition of the sprocket. A worn sprocket will cause damage to a brand new saw chain. As a result, you should replace the sprocket together with the chain.
Operating and maintenance information - Carburettor settings 8.2 Carburettor settings The carburettor is preset to the optimum settings for the device at the factory. Depending on the particular location where the chainsaw is used (mountains, flat country) it may be necessary to adjust the idling settings via the idle stop screw "T" (24). E ! The adjusting screws for the idling mixture "L" and the full-load mixture "H" (25) must only be adjusted by an authorised workshop.
Operating and maintenance information - Maintenance of the air filter 8.3 Maintenance of the air filter Dirty air filters and pre-filters reduce the power output of the engine. They increase fuel consumption and therefore the pollutants in the exhaust. In addition they also make the starting process more E difficult. N If the chainsaw is in all-day use then both air filters (the pre-filter (if equipped) and the main air filter) G must be cleaned on a daily basis.
Operating and maintenance information - Maintenance of the chain brake, - Vibration damping, - Spark plug information; - Replacing the fuel filter . 8.4 Maintenance of the chain brake Check for ease of movement and correct operation on a daily basis. Remove any resin, sawdust and dirt. Grease should be applied to all visible joints and bearings approximately once a week (indicated with arrows in the diagram) For improved access ! activate the chain brake Chain brake function test (chapter 3.9). 8.
Complete machine Guide bar Visual inspection X Clean (incl.
Operating and maintenance information - Self-help tips, - Shutdown and storage, 8.9 Self-help tips Possible malfunctions: ...........................................................................................! • The engine will not start o Correct starting settings? (E.g. the stop switch).........................................! Kap. 5.2 o Spark plug? " Clean or replace .....................................................................! Kap. 8.
Permissible cutting gear and further accessories 9. Permissible cutting gear and further accessories A) B) E N G Sprocket Pitch Cutting length Number of driving links Driving link thickness Saw chain order no. Guide rail order no. Models 651SP, 656SP - Half bit (half-round cutting tooth) - Code: 21BP… - Pitch .325’’ B) .325’’ - 7 No.: 35 00 362 25 .325’’ 33 cm / 13’’ 56 .058’’ / 1,5 mm 69 00 704 69 00 342 .325’’ 38 cm / 15’’ 64 .058’’ / 1,5 mm 69 00 875 69 00 343 .
Chainsaw accessories – for excellent results Product scription Part no. ain oil 1 l bottle 00 83 189 5 l container 00 83 185 20 l container 00 83 186 55 l barrel 00 83 187 200 l barrel 00 83 188 Product Description Part no.
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Parts subject to wear and tear, Guarantee 10. Parts subject to wear and tear Various parts are subject to application-specific or normal wear and must be replaced in good time, when required.
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