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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible cause Action
The chain saw will not start. The lock button on the power
switch has not been pressed in.
Press the lock button on the power
switch.
The kickback guard has released
(handle in front position).
Reset the kickback guard.
The fuse has tripped. Replace the fuse.
The residual current device has
tripped.
Check and reset the residual
current device.
The power cord is not properly
plugged in.
Check the power cord and power
point.
The chain does not stop within
2 seconds after releasing the power
switch.
The chain is too slack. Check and tension the chain.
The chain and/or bar get hot and
produce smoke.
The oil tank is empty. Top up with oil.
The oil hole in the bar is blocked. Clear the oil hole and chain slot.
The chain is too tight. Check and slacken the chain.
The sprocket on the bar needs
lubricating.
Lubricate the sprocket on the bar.
The saw does not saw well. The chain is tted backwards. Check the chain and t in the
correct direction of rotation.
The chain is worn. File or replace the chain.
The chain oil is not consumed. Impurities in the oil tank. Empty the oil tank and ll with
new oil.
The ventilation hole in oil ller cap
is clogged.
Clear the ventilation hole.
Fouling in the bar. Clear and clean the bar.
The oil outlet is blocked. Clear.
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