Remington Rebel RM4214 User Manual

769-09654 / 00 01/14
Operator’s Manual
2-Cycle Chain Saw
RM4214 / RM4216 /
RM4218
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Oil and Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based
on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright© 2014 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.
DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF
PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
For assistance regarding the assembly, controls, operation or
maintenance of the unit, please call the Customer Support Department
at 1-866-206-2707 in the United States or 1-877-696-5533 in Canada.
Additional information about the unit can be found on our website at
www.remingtonpowertools.com.
For service, please call the Customer Support Department to obtain
a list of authorized service dealers near you. Service on this unit,
both within and after the warranty period, should only be performed
by an authorized and approved service dealer. When servicing, use
only identical replacement parts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICE
IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions.

Remington Rebel RM4214 Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-Cycle
Bar Length	14 inches
Power Source	Gasoline
Engine Size	42cc
Chain Pitch	3/8 in
Chain Gauge	0.050 in

Summary

Service

Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Crucial guidelines for safe operation and preventing injury.

SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS UNITS

Specific safety advice for gasoline-powered units.

WHILE OPERATING

Safety precautions to follow during chainsaw operation.

KICKBACK SAFETY

Information on preventing and understanding chainsaw kickback.

OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS

General safety advice and warnings for unit use and maintenance.

SAFETY & INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

Explanation of safety symbols and pictographs used in the manual.

Know Your Unit

APPLICATIONS

Describes the intended uses of the chain saw.

ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED

Lists the tools needed for assembling the unit.

Specifications

SAFETY FEATURES

Highlights key safety features of the chain saw.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Lists technical details and measurements of the unit.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Information on ordering replacement parts for the unit.

Assembly

Initial Assembly Steps

Adding bar/chain oil, tensioning chain, and testing chain brake.

Oil and Fuel

OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

Guidance on proper gasoline and oil mixture for the engine.

FUELING THE UNIT

Safe procedures for filling the fuel tank.

Starting and Stopping

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

Step-by-step guide on how to start the chain saw engine.

STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

Procedures for stopping the chain saw engine safely.

Operation

TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

Advice for optimal performance and safe cutting.

Cutting Procedures

PREPARING THE WORK AREA

Steps to ensure a safe environment before operation.

HOLDING THE UNIT

Proper grip and stance for safe operation.

CUTTING PROCEDURE BASICS

Fundamental techniques for making cuts with the chain saw.

Felling: Safety

Felling: Procedure

Removing Buttress Roots

How to remove large roots that support the tree before felling.

Making the Notched Undercut

Creating the initial cut to guide the tree's fall direction.

Making the Felling Back Cut

The main cut that causes the tree to fall.

LIMBING

Process of removing branches from a fallen tree.

Bucking: Safety

Bucking: Procedure

Cutting Logs Under Stress

Techniques for cutting logs that are bent or under tension.

Cutting Fully-Supported Logs

Methods for cutting logs supported along their entire length.

PRUNING

Process of cutting limbs from a living tree.

Maintenance

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Recommended maintenance tasks and their frequencies.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY

User's duties for maintaining the unit.

Adding Bar and Chain Oil

ADJUSTING THE BAR AND CHAIN OIL FLOW

How to adjust the automatic oiler for proper chain lubrication.

Adjusting the Chain Tension

Removing and Installing the Guide Bar and Saw Chain

MAINTAINING THE SAW CHAIN

How to maintain the saw chain for optimal performance and longevity.

Sharpening the Saw Chain

Maintaining the Guide Bar

Lubricating the Guide Bar Sprocket Tip

Instructions for lubricating the guide bar sprocket tip.

Replacing the Guide Bar and Saw Chain

MAINTAINING THE AIR FILTER

Procedures for cleaning and maintaining the air filter.

Adjusting the Idle Speed

MAINTAINING THE SPARK PLUG

How to inspect, clean, and gap the spark plug.

Cleaning and Storage

STORAGE

Guidelines for storing the unit properly, including long-term.

Troubleshooting

Manufacturer's Limited Warranty

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

Steps to follow to get warranty service for the product.