Tanaka TCS 40EA - Maintenance Schedule; Pre-Use Inspection

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65
66
Fig. 52
WARNING
○ Do not fi le or alter the tops of bumper drive links
(64). (Fig. 51)
○ Adjust the depth gauge to the specifi ed setting.
Sharpening angles for sharpening
saw chain
1. Part Number 95VP/95VPX
2. Pitch 0.325”
0.025"
3. Depth Gauge Setting 0.025"
85°
4. Side Plate Filing Angle 85°
30°
5. Top Plate Angle 30°
10°
6. File Guide Angle 10°
Replacement bar and chain combination
BAR NO.
LENGTH-
TYPE
CHAIN
NO.
CKA
MODEL
NO.
OREGON
150MLBK041
160MLBK041
180MLBK041
150MLBK041
160MLBK041
180MLBK041
15”
16”
18”
15”
16”
18”
95VP-64
95VP-66
95VP-72
95VPX-64
95VPX-66
95VPX-72
28
27
27
28
30
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Maintenance schedule
Below you will fi nd some general maintenance
instructions. For further information please contact
Tanaka dealer.
Inspection and service before use
○ Check that no damage is observed in the Anti-
Vibration springs, and no loosening or damage
is observed in their fi xtures.
○ Check that no deformation or damage is
observed in the front and rear handles.
○ Check that the fi xtures for front and rear handles
are suffi ciently tightened and free of damage.
○ Check that bolts, nuts, etc. used for each part
are suffi ciently tightened and free of damage.
Daily maintenance
○ Clean the exterior of the unit.
○ Clean the chain oil fi lter port.
○ Clean the groove and oil fi lter port in the guide
bar.
○ Clean the side case of saw dust.
○ Check that the saw chain is sharp.
○ Check that the bar nuts are suffi ciently tightened.
○ Make sure that the chain transport guard is
undamaged and that it can be securely fi tted.
○ Check that nuts and screws are suffi ciently
tightened.
Especially inspect the bolt of muffl er and ensure
that they are properly tightened before starting
engine. Should any of the bolts be loose,
retighten them immediately. Failure to do so
could result in serious hazard.
○ Check the tip of the guide bar. Please exchange
it for the new one when it is worn out.
○ Check the band of chain brake. Please exchange
it for the new one when it is worn out.
○ Clean the air fi lter.
Weekly maintenance
○ Check the recoil starter, especially cord and
return spring.
○ Clean the exterior of the spark plug.
○ Remove the spark plug and check the electrode
gap. Adjust it to 0.024” (0.6 mm) or change the
spark plug.
○ Clean the cooling fi ns on the cylinder and check
that the air intake at the recoil starter is not
clogged.
Monthly maintenance
○ Rinse the fuel tank with gasoline, and clean fuel
fi lter.
○ Clean chain oil fi lter.
○ Clean the exterior of the carburetor and the
space around it.
○ Clean the fan and the space around it.
○ Clean the muffl er of carbon.
NOTE
When ordering the parts to your nearest dealer,
please use the item numbers showing on the
parts breakdown section in this instruction.
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