McCulloch MS1838AV User Manual

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U.S.A. Imported by:
MTD LLC
P.O. Box 361131
Cleveland, OH 44136-0019
Canada Imported by / Importé par:
MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED
97 Kent Avenue
Kitchener, ON
CANADA N2G 4J1
Made in Taiwan / Fabriquè à Taiwan / Hecho en Taiwan
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ARRÊT
ALTO
For problems or questions, DO NOT return
this product to the store. Contact your
Customer Service Agent .
En cas de problèmes ou pour des questions,
NE PAS retourner ce produit au point de vente. S'adresser
au préposé du Service à la clientèle en composant.
Para problemas o preguntas, NO devolver este producto a la tienda
Contacte a su Agente de Servicio al Cliente.
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For Consumer Assistance Please Call
L'Aide Du Consommateur Necessitez S'il Vous Plait
Para La Ayuda Del Consumidor Llame Por Favor
PN 9096-310129 © 2001 McCulloch Motors • Printed in Taiwan
USER MANUAL Gasoline Chain Saws
MANUEL DE UTILISATION Tronçonneuses à essence
MANUAL DEL USUARIO Sierras de Cadena de Gasolina
WARNING • PLEASE READ
Beware of kickback. Hold chain saw firmly with both hands when using. For your own safety, please read and follow the safe-
ty precautions in this manual before attempting to operate your chain saw. Improper use can cause serious injury.
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SAFETY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
SECURITE
FONCTIONNEMENT
ENTRETIEN
SEGURIDAD
OPERACION
MANTENIMIENTO
AVERTISSEMENT • LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT
Attention aux rebonds. Tenez toujours la tronçonneuse fermement et des deux mains. Pour votre propre sécurité, veuillez lire
attentivement ce manuel et suivre toutes les measures de précautions indiquées avant de vous servir de la tronçonneuse.
Utilisé incorrectement, cet outil peut causer des dommages matérials et/ou corporels graves.
ADVERTENCIA • FAVOR DE LEER
Cuidese del contragolpe. Sostenga la sierra-de-cadena firmemente con ambas monos cuando la esté usando. Por su propia
seguridad, por favor lea y siga las precauciones de seguridad en este manual antes de intentar operar su sierra-de-cadena.
Uso impropio puede causar serias lesiones.
This product has been tested at a computed kickback angle (CKA) of no greater than 23.4 degrees.
On a testé ce produit à un angle de rebond calculé (CKA) de moins de 23,4 degrés.
Este producto ha sido probado a un ángulo de contragolpe calculado (CKA) no mayor del 23.4 grados.
Models : MS1432, MS1435, MS1635, MS1635AV, MS1838AV,
MacCat Super 16 AV
23.4°
CKA

McCulloch MS1838AV Specifications

General

Brand	McCulloch
Model	MS1838AV
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

1 - GENERAL INFORMATION

1-1. GENERAL IDENTIFICATION

Identify main parts of the chainsaw and their labels.

1-2. SAFETY FEATURES

Describes safety components built into the chainsaw for user protection.

2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

2-1. KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Explains how to avoid dangerous kickback reactions.

2-2. OTHER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Additional safety measures for operation and handling.

3 - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

3-3. GUIDE BAR / SAW CHAIN / CLUTCH COVER INSTALLATION

Steps for installing essential cutting components.

3-4. SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT

How to properly set chain tension for safe operation.

4 - FUEL AND LUBRICATION

4-1. FUEL

Information on the correct type of gasoline to use.

4-6. CHAIN AND BAR LUBRICATION

Importance and procedure for lubricating the bar and chain.

5 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

5-1. ENGINE PRE-START CHECKS

Essential checks before starting the engine.

5-2. TO START ENGINE

Step-by-step guide to starting the chainsaw.

6 - GENERAL CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS

6-1. FELLING

Instructions and safety for cutting down trees.

6-3. BUCKING

Guide to cutting a fallen log into manageable lengths.

7 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

7-1. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Overview of regular care for longevity and performance.

7-2. AIR FILTER

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the air filter.

8 - BAR / CHAIN MAINTENANCE

8-1. GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE

Procedures for keeping the guide bar in good working condition.

8-2. CHAIN MAINTENANCE

Steps for maintaining the saw chain's performance and lifespan.

9 - TROUBLESHOOTING THE ENGINE