G2000 115 31 92-10 (001) G B OWNER’S MANUAL CHAIN SAW G2000 Original Language GB-1
G2000 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS AND SAFETY WARNINGS Read operator's instruction book before operating this machine. Wear head, eye and ear protection. Use the chain saw with two hands. Warning! Danger of kickback. Use appropriate protections for foot-leg and hand-arm. Read, understand and follow all warnings. This saw is for trained tree service operators only. Never touch hot surface. WARNING!!! RISK OF DAMAGING HEARING Wear head, eye and ear protection. MODEL DISPLACEMENT G2000 18.
G2000 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY to Directive 2006/42/EC on machinery and to Directive 2004/108/EC on electromagnetic compatibility and to the regulations governing transposition internal control production. Manufacturer : G B Husqvarna Zenoah Co., Ltd. 1-9 Minamidai, Kawagoe, Saitama, Japan DECLARES THAT THE DESIGN OF THE MACHINE DESCRIBED BELOW. Description Model Serial no.
G2000 1. For safe operation WARNING This chainsaw has been especially designed for tree maintenance and should therefore only be used by trained operators when working on trees. 1. Never operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or under the influence of medication that may make you drowsy, or if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 10. Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the engine is running. 2.
G2000 20. Operate the chain saw only in well ventilated areas. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Exhaust fumes contain dangerous carbon monoxide. 21. Do not operate the chain saw in a tree unless specially trained to do so. 22. Guard against kickback. Kickback is the upward motion of the guide bar which occurs when the saw chain at the nose of the guide bar contacts an object. Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the chain saw. (3) (4) (5) (6) 23.
G2000 WORKING WITH TREE SERVICE CHAIN-SAWS FROM A ROPE AND HARNESS This chapter sets out working practices to reduce the risk of injury from tree service chainsaws when working at height from a rope and harness. While it may form the basis of guidance and training literature, it should not be regarded as a substitute for formal training. The saw should only be attached to the recommended attachment points on the harness. These may be at mid-point (front or rear) or at the sides.
G2000 Gaining a good footing at the working position can be assisted by use of a temporary foot stirrup created from an endless sling.
G2000 2. Explanation of Symbols on the Machine WARNING For safe operation and maintenance, symbols are carved in relief on the machine. According to these indications, please be careful not to make any mistake. The port to refuel “MIX GASOLINE” Position: Fuel cap The port to top up chain oil Position: Oil cap Setting the switch to the “O” position, the engine stops immediately. Position: Front at the top of the rear handle Starting the engine.
G2000 3. Installing Guide Bar and Saw Chain A standard saw unit package contains the items as illustrated. Plug wrench (Hexagon socket (S13/S16) + Slotted driver) Power unit Bar protector Guide bar Saw chain Screwdriver for carburetor adjustment (Slotted driver) Open the box and install the guide bar and the saw chain on the power unit as follows: WARNING The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use thick protective gloves for safety. 1.
G2000 4. Fuel and Chain Oil ■ FUEL WARNING • Gasoline is very flammable. Avoid smoking or bringing any flame or sparks near fuel. Make sure to stop the engine and allow it cool before refueling the unit. Select outdoor bare ground for fueling and move at least 3 m (10 ft) away from the fueling point before starting the engine. • The Zenoah engines are lubricated by oil specially formulated for air-cooled 2-cycle gasoline engine use.
G2000 5. Operating the Engine WARNING It is very dangerous to run a chainsaw that mounts broken parts or lacks any parts. Before starting engine, make sure that all the parts including bar and chain are installed properly. ■ STARTING THE ENGINE Normal start 1. Fill fuel and chain oil tanks respectively, and tighten the caps securely. Fuel tank cap Oil tank cap 2. Continuously push the priming bulb until fuel comes in the bulb. 6.
G2000 1. H and L needles are restricted within the number of turn as shown below. WARNING • H needle : -1/4 L needle : 15/8 ± 1/2 2. Start the engine and allow it to warm up in low speed for a few minutes. 3. Turn the idle adjusting screw (T) counterclockwise so that the saw chain does not turn. If the idling speed is too slow, turn the screw clockwise. 4. Make a test cut and adjust the H needle for best cutting power, not for maximum speed.
G2000 • • This saw is equipped with a chain brake that will stop the chain in the event of kickback if operating properly. You must check the chain brake operation before each usage by running the saw at full the throttle for I -2 seconds and pushing the front hand guard forward. The chain should stop immediately with the engine at full speed. If the chain is slow to stop or does not stop, replace the brake band and clutch drum before use.
G2000 7. Maintenance WARNING Before cleaning, the inspecting or repairing the unit, make sure that engine has stopped and is cool. Disconnect the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. ■ MAINTENANCE AFTER EACH USE 1. Air filter Lift the cleaner cover with push the corner of cleaner cover to release the Hook. Then clean up the filter elements with air blaw or take off the filter elements and tap off attached sawdust. When they are extremely dirty, shakewash with gasoline.
G2000 8. Maintenance of Saw Chain and Guide Bar ■ SAW CHAIN WARNING WARNING It is very important for smooth and safe operation to always keep the cutters sharp. The cutters need to be sharpened when: • Sawdust becomes powder-like. • You need extra force to saw in. • The cut path does not go straight. • Vibration increases. • Fuel consumption increases. Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the chance of kickback or tie-strap breakage.
G2000 9. Troubleshooting Guide Case 3. Oil does not come out Case 1. Starting failure WARNING Make sure the icing prevention system is not working. Check oil for substandard quality. a Replace. a Clean. d Check fuel for water or substandard mixture. a Replace with proper fuel. a Remove and dry the spark plug. Then pull the starter again with no choke. a Replace with a new plug. d Check for engine flooding. d Check spark ignition. Case 2.
G2000 11. Specifications Power unit: Displacement (cm3): ............................................. 18.3 Fuel: ................ Mixture (Gasoline 50 : Two-cycle oil 1) (when using ZENOAH genuine oil) Fuel tank capacity (cm3): ....................................... 170 Chain oil: ................................. Motor oil SAE# 10W-30 Oil tank capacity (cm3): .......................................... 160 Carburetor: ......................................... Diaphragm type lgnition system: .............
