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Dolmar PS-6100 User Manual

Dolmar PS-6100
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Operator’s and Safety Manual
for Gasoline Chain Saws
WARNING!
Read and understand this Manual. Always follow safety precautions in the Operator’s and Safety Manual.
Improper use can cause serious injury!
WARNING!
FUELS WITH MORE THAN 10% ETHANOL ARE NOT APPROVED FOR USE IN DOLMAR 2-STROKE ENGINES!
Use of alternative fuels, such as E-20 (20% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting DOLMAR
requirements are not approved for use in DOLMAR 2-stroke gasoline engines!
USE OF ALTERNATIVE FUELS CAN CAUSE THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS:
Poor engine performance, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, improper clutch engagement, premature
deterioration of fuel lines, premature deterioration of gaskets, premature deterioration of carburetors.
USING ALTERNATIVE FUELS AND/OR 2-STROKE OILS NOT ACCORDING TO JASO FC OR ISO-L-EGD IN
DOLMAR 2-STROKE ENGINES WILL VOID YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY!
PS-6100
PS-6100 H

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Dolmar PS-6100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDolmar
ModelPS-6100
CategoryChainsaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Emissions Control Warranty Statement

Your Warranty Rights and Obligations

Explains the emissions control system warranty for your engine and owner responsibilities.

Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage

Details the two-year warranty for emissions control system parts, covering repair or replacement.

Owner's Warranty Responsibilities

Outlines owner's duties like performing required maintenance and presenting the engine for repair.

Defects Warranty Requirements

Specifies the warranty period begins on delivery and lasts for two years.

General Emissions Warranty Coverage

Covers the engine's conformity to regulations and freedom from defects causing warranted part failure.

Warranted Parts Lists

Evaporative Emission Parts

Lists parts covered under the evaporative emission control warranty, such as fuel tank and cap.

Exhaust Emission Parts

Lists exhaust system components covered, including fuel metering, air induction, and ignition systems.

Delivery Inventory

Symbols

Chain Saw Safety Precautions

Operator Safety Rules

Essential rules for safe chain saw operation, including grip and posture.

Additional Safety Precautions

Further safety measures for chain saw users, covering fatigue, protective gear, and work area.

General Safety Precautions

Kickback Hazards and Prevention

Explains kickback angles, causes, and how to avoid it.

Operator Physical and Mental Condition

Emphasizes the importance of good physical and mental health, free from impairing substances.

Vibration Effects and Prevention

Warns about vibration-induced diseases like Whitefinger and the benefits of anti-vibration systems.

The Saw and Its Operation

Modifications, Attachments, and Guide Bars

Warns against unauthorized modifications and discusses approved attachments and guide bars.

Safe Saw Transportation

Provides instructions on how to safely transport the chain saw by hand or vehicle.

Chain Saw Operating Instructions

Chain Tension and Security

Stresses the importance of proper chain tension and securing the sprocket guard.

Fueling Safety and Procedures

Details safe fueling practices, including using unleaded gasoline and proper mixture ratios.

Safe Starting Procedures

Outlines correct methods for starting the engine, warning against dangerous 'drop start'.

Important Adjustments and Working Conditions

Idle Speed Adjustment

Explains how to adjust idle speed and the importance of correct idle settings.

Safe Operating Conditions

Covers working in adverse weather, on uneven ground, and avoiding obstacles.

Cutting Techniques and Precautions

General advice on holding the saw, avoiding semi-throttle, and cutting only wood.

Understanding Reactive Forces

Kickback Phenomenon

Explains kickback occurs when the bar nose contacts an object, causing a dangerous reaction.

Pushback and Pull-in Forces

Describes pushback (saw drives back) and pull-in (saw pulls forward) caused by chain stoppage.

Avoiding Kickback

Factors Influencing Kickback

Discusses chain sharpness, depth gauges, and contact angle as factors in kickback.

Kickback Reduction Devices

Highlights DOLMAR's chain brake and low-profile guide bars for reducing kickback risk.

Best Practices to Avoid Kickback

Provides a list of actions to prevent kickback, such as firm grip and avoiding bar nose contact.

Preventing Pushback and Pull-in

Avoiding Pushback

Tips to prevent pushback, including alertness to pinching and avoiding twisting the saw.

Avoiding Pull-in

Techniques to prevent pull-in, such as starting at full throttle and using wedges.

Felling a Tree Safely

Covers assessing tree condition, surroundings, and wind for safe felling operations.

Felling Instructions

Safe Felling Distance and Preparation

Emphasizes maintaining safe distances from people and clearing the work area.

Establishing Escape Paths

Details creating and clearing escape paths opposite the direction of fall.

Making the Felling Notch

Explains how to properly cut the felling notch to guide the tree's direction of fall.

Felling Cut and Hinge Management

Sectioning and Plunge-Cut Methods

Sectioning Method for Large Trees

Describes the sectioning method for trees larger than the guide bar, emphasizing caution.

Plunge-Cut Method for Large Timbers

Details the dangerous plunge-cut method for timbers exceeding guide bar length, requiring training.

Bucking and Limbing Safety

Safe Bucking Techniques

Covers safe bucking, log stability, sawhorse use, and handling shattered wood.

Limbing Precautions and Tensioned Limbs

Warns about kickback during limbing, avoiding bar nose contact, and handling tensioned limbs.

Bucking Techniques for Stressed Logs

Maintenance and Repair Procedures

General Maintenance Guidelines

Stresses regular maintenance for longevity, safety, and warranty claims.

Authorized Service Center Work

States that work not described in the manual must be done by a DOLMAR service center.

Maintaining and Storing the Saw

Technical Data

Packing Information

Component Identification

Chainsaw Parts Diagram

Illustrates and labels all components of the chainsaw.

Identification Plate Details

Explains the importance of the identification plate for ordering spare parts.

Putting Into Operation

Pre-Operation Safety Checks

Cautions on switching off the engine, removing the plug cap, and wearing gloves before work.

Mounting the Guide Bar and Saw Chain

Step-by-step instructions for correctly attaching the guide bar and saw chain.

Installing the Saw Chain and Sprocket Guard

Tightening the Saw Chain

Chain Tension and Brake System

Checking and Adjusting Chain Tension

Explains how to check and retighten the saw chain correctly.

Chain Brake Operation and Testing

Describes the inertia chain brake, its function, testing, and manual engagement/release.

Fueling and Fuel Mixture

Fuel Requirements and Mixture Ratio

Specifies unleaded gasoline, minimum octane, and correct two-stroke oil mixture ratios (50:1).

Fuel Storage and Handling Precautions

Advises on fuel storage life, container use, and avoiding skin/eye contact with fuel.

Chain Oil Usage and Recommendations

Fuel and Oil Handling Precautions

Bio-degradable Chain Oil Notes

Important information on using and storing bio-degradable chain oils to prevent residue buildup.

Waste Oil and Skin Contact Warnings

Prohibits waste oil and warns about skin/eye contact with mineral oils.

Safe Refueling and Chain Lubrication

Details safe refueling steps and ensuring adequate chain oil levels during operation.

Checking Chain Lubrication

Lubrication Verification Method

Describes checking oil feed by observing an oil trace on the chain.

Note on Residual Oil Dripping

Clarifies that residual oil dripping after shutdown is normal and not a defect.

Adjusting Chain Lubrication Feed Rate

Switching Engine Off for Adjustment

Emphasizes the engine must be off for adjusting the oil pump feed rate.

Adjusting the Oil Pump Screw

Explains how to use the adjusting screw to set minimum, moderate, or maximum oil feed.

Engine Starting and Stopping

Safe Starting Procedures (Cold & Warm)

Step-by-step guides for starting cold and warm engines, including priming and choke usage.

Stopping the Engine Safely

How to correctly stop the engine using the combination switch.

Saw Operation Checks and Adjustments

Checking Chain Brake Functionality

Details how to test the chain brake before each use.

Winter Operation Air Intake Settings

Explains adjusting air intake for low temperatures to prevent icing.

Handle Heating System Activation

Explains how to activate and check the heated handles on the PS-6100 H model.

Adjusting the Carburetor

Specialist Adjustment Required

Carburetor adjustment should only be performed by a specialist DOLMAR service center.

User Adjustable Screw and Conditions

Only the adjusting screw (T) is user-manipulatable; adjust when warm with a clean filter and correctly installed bar/chain.

Idle Speed Adjustment Procedure

Learn how to adjust the idle speed by turning the adjusting screw (T) counter-clockwise or clockwise.

Important Safety Note on Idle Speed

Do not use the saw if the chain moves during idle even after adjustment; seek service.

Saw Chain Maintenance

When to Sharpen the Chain

Signs include sawdust like wood flour, great pressure needed, visible damage, or uneven cutting.

Proper Chain Sharpening Techniques

Use correct chains/bars, maintain cutter length, proper angle, depth limiter, and avoid over-sharpening.

Sharpening Angles and Teeth

Ensure identical sharpening angles (25°/30° cutters, 60°/85° teeth) for smooth running and reduced wear.

Files and Sharpening Techniques

Selecting the Correct File

Use special round files (dia. 4.8mm or 5.5mm) and work with pushed strokes.

Using a File Holder for Angle Accuracy

A marked file holder aids in maintaining correct sharpening angles (25° or 30°).

Depth Limiter Check After Sharpening

Check and adjust depth limiter height using a chain gauge and flat file after sharpening.

Cleaning Sprocket Guard and Guide Bar

Cleaning Sprocket Guard Interior

Remove sprocket guard, clean interior, and ensure no residues in oil groove or tensioner.

Guide Bar Cleaning and Inspection

Inspect guide bar surfaces for damage and keep oiling holes clean.

Replacing the Saw Chain and Sprocket

Chain and Sprocket Compatibility

Use only designed chains/bars; sprocket may need modification for different chain types.

Sprocket Wear Check and Replacement

Check sprockets for wear, as worn sprockets can damage new chains and require replacement.

Chain Replacement Procedure

Details removing the old chain, circlip, washer, and installing new parts.

Air Filter Maintenance

Air Filter Cleaning Procedures

Clean by tapping or blowing dust; wash if very dirty; replace if damaged.

Safety Precautions During Cleaning

Always wear eye protection and protect the carburetor intake during cleaning.

Spark Plug, Ignition, and Muffler Checks

Spark Plug Replacement and Gap

Replace plug if damaged; ensure electrode gap is 0.020" (0.5 mm).

Checking Ignition Spark

Test for ignition spark by making contact with the cylinder, not the spark plug hole.

Muffler Screw Tightness Check

Check muffler screws for tightness when the engine is cool; do not overtighten.

Starter Cable and Return Spring Replacement

Starter Cable Replacement Hazards

Warns about injury hazards from tensioned return springs and unsecured cable grips.

De-tensioning the Return Spring

Procedure to safely de-tension the return spring before replacing the cable drum.

Replacing the Starter Cable Drum and Spring

Step-by-step guide for replacing the starter cable, drum, and spring.

Fan Housing and Spring Replacement

Return Spring Pack Replacement Safety

Cautions against injury from popping return springs and advises eye protection.

Starter Cable and Fan Housing Mounting

Details replacing the starter cable and mounting the fan housing correctly.

Engine Component Cleaning and Checks

Cleaning Air Filter Compartment and Cylinder Fins

Clean components for good cooling airflow.

Suction Head and Spark Arrester Screen Maintenance

Replace suction head regularly; check and clean spark arrester screen.

Periodic Maintenance Schedule

Service, Spare Parts, and Guarantee

Maintenance and Repair Procedures

Maintenance and repair require qualified technical training and special workshop equipment; non-manual work by DOLMAR service center only.

Importance of Original Spare Parts

Use only original DOLMAR parts for reliable long-term operation, safety, and to maintain product guarantee.

DOLMAR Product Guarantee Terms

DOLMAR guarantees against material/production faults within the guarantee period; contact salesman for specific conditions.

Troubleshooting Guide

Spare Parts List Extract

Spare Parts List Details

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