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6) Use the end of the Chain adjustment &
Spark plug tool (19)to move chain around guide
bar (Fig I).
7) If the chain is too tight, it will not rotate
around the guide bar. Slightly loosen the
chain bar locking nuts(8) and loosen the
chain by turning the chain adjusting screw
(9) counterclockwise. Retighten the chain bar
locking nuts(8).
8) If chain is too loose, it will sag below the
guide bar. DO NOT operate the saw if the chain
is loose.
WARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could
jump off the guide bar and result in
serious injury.
OPERATION
1. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel
handling information in the safety
rules section of this manual before you
begin. If you do not understand the fuel
handling information do not attempt to
fuel your unit. Seek help from someone
that does understand the information.
1) FUELING and REFULING ENGINE
WARNING: Always turn off engine
before refueling. Never add fuel to
the machine with a running or hot engine.
Move at least 3m from the refueling site
before start the engine. DO NOT SMOKE.
Failure to follow this warning can result in
possible personal injury.
2) SAFETY TIPS FOR FUELING
• Always handle fuel with care. It is highly
flammable.
• Always refuel outdoors where there are no
sparks and flames. Do not inhale fuel vapors.
• Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with
your skin.
• Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes. If
petrol or oil comes in contact with the eyes,
wash them immediately with clean water.
If irritation is still present. Seek immediate
medical help.
• Clean up spilled fuel immediately. Always
store fuel in an approved container.
3) MIXING FUEL AND OIL
Warning! Read ‘’Safety Tips for
Fueling’’ before you begin.
1) This engine is designed to operate on
unleaded petrol .This product requires
pre-mixing petrol and 2-stroke oil. Pre-
mix unleaded petrol and 2-stroke oil in the
container provided.
2) Before operation, petrol must be mixed with
a good quality synthetic 2-stroke air-cooled
engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of
25:1 (25 parts petrol to 1 part oil).
3) DO NOT USE automotive or marine oil.
These oils will cause engine damage.
4) Mix the fuel thoroughly each time and when
refueling.
5) Mix in small quantities. Do not mix a quantity
that is larger than can be quantities used in a
30-day period.
6) Petrol is highly flammable and extreme
precautions must be taken when handling
or working with petrol. Petrol should only be
stored in approved containers.
Please follow the mixing method described
below to ensure that the correct mixture is
used with your chain saw. Use the mixing
container provided to mix the petrol and the oil.
Use the funnel provided to prevent spillages.
1
Unscrew and remove the cap from the
mixing container.
2
Pour unleaded petrol into the mixing bottle
(not supplied) to the PETROL mark on the
side of the container.
3
Pour oil into the mixing bottle (not
supplied) to the OIL mark on the side of the
container.
4
Refit and tighten the cap on the mixing
container. Shake the container well to ensure
that the petrol and oil is mixed together.
4) BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The service life of the bar and chain depends
on good lubrication. We recommend using a
good quality Chainsaw Chain Oil. Otherwise it
will result in damage to the bar, the chain and
oil pump.
The bar and chain require continuous
lubrication. Lubrication is provided by the
automatic oilier system when the oil tank is