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Homelite UT10517/18 User Manual

Homelite UT10517/18
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
UT10517 / 18 in. 42cc Chain Saw
UT10518 / 18 in. 46cc Chain Saw
UT10520 / 20 in. 46cc Chain Saw
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Your chain saw has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
Thank you for buying a Homelite product.

Questions and Answers:

Homelite UT10517/18 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Type2-cycle
Bar Length16 inches
Weight9.5 lbs
Power SourceGasoline
Chain Pitch3/8 inch
Chain Gauge0.050 inch

Summary

General Safety Rules

Specific Safety Rules

Assembly and Operation Overview

Critical Operation Warnings

Warnings about complacency, eye protection, accessories, and fueling.

Fueling and Fuel Types

Fueling and Chain Brake Operation

Starting the Engine

Engine Starting Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine with diagrams.

Engine Start Completion and Stopping

Stopping the Engine Safely

Instructions on how to properly shut down the engine.

Idle Speed and Cutting Force Management

Idle Speed Adjustment and Warnings

How to adjust idle speed and critical warnings about chain turning.

Cutting Forces and Kickback

Explanation of cutting forces and kickback danger.

Kickback Prevention and Grip

Kickback Precautions

Explains rotational kickback and the resulting danger.

Grip and Stance Warnings

Warnings against improper grips and body positioning.

Cutting Stance and Work Area Safety

Felling Trees - Hazards and Procedure

Felling Tree Hazards and Warnings

General advice and warnings related to tree felling operations and conditions.

Tree Felling Cut Procedure and Hinge

Step-by-step guide on felling cuts, including notch, backcut, and hinge function.

Advanced Felling and Bucking Prep

Bucking Techniques

Underbucking, Limbing, and Springpoles

Springpole Cutting Hazards

Warning about the danger of springpoles and how to cut them safely.

Maintenance - General and Bar/Chain Replacement

Replacing Guide Bar and Chain

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the guide bar and chain.

Maintenance - Chain Installation

Installing the Saw Chain

Instructions on positioning the chain, bar, and sprocket for installation.

Maintenance - Chain Tensioning

Adjusting Chain Tension

Step-by-step guide to correctly tensioning the saw chain.

Chain Tensioning Warnings

Warnings about adjusting while running and cold chain tension.

Maintenance - Chain Care

Maintenance - Sharpening Cutters

Sharpening Chain Cutters

Step-by-step guide for filing chain cutters to maintain sharpness.

Sharpening Safety and Warnings

Safety advice for sharp chains and warnings about improper sharpening.

Maintenance - Filing Angles and Depth Gauge

Maintenance - Guide Bar and Nose Guard

Maintenance - Air Filter Cleaning

Cleaning the Air Filter

Step-by-step guide to remove, clean, and reinstall the air filter.

Air Filter Placement Caution

Warning about correct placement and never running the engine without the filter.

Maintenance - Carburetor and Starter

Adjusting the Carburetor Idle Speed

How to adjust the idle speed screw for proper engine idling.

Carburetor and Idle Warnings

Warnings about weather effects and chain turning at idle.

Maintenance - Engine, Fuel Filter, Spark Plug

Engine Component Warnings

Warnings about running without parts and cross-threading the spark plug.

Maintenance - Spark Arrestor, Chain Brake, Storage

Troubleshooting - Engine Issues

Engine Start and Idle Problems

Troubleshooting for engine won't start, dies, runs poorly, or chain turns at idle.

Troubleshooting - Chain and Rotation Issues

Hot/Smoking Bar and Chain

Causes and solutions for a hot, smoking bar and chain.

Chain Not Rotating

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine runs but the chain does not move.

Emissions Maintenance Schedule

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