Homelite EL14 Chainsaw User Manual
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1. Make felling cut two inches higher than lower notch cut and on opposite side of tree see Figure 13 Keep felling cut parallel to lower notch cut 2 Cut towards notch WARNING Do not cut all the way through tree Leave about two inches of tree diameter uncut directly behind felling notch see Figure 13 This uncut portion acts as a hinge The hinge helps keep tree from twisting and falling in wrong direction Direction of Fall 3rd Cut Felling Cut 2nd Cut Upper Notch Cut 1st Cut Lower Notch Cut Figure 13 Felling A Tree 3 As felling cut nears hinge tree should begin to fall Note If needed drive wedges into felling cut to control direction of fall If tree settles back and pinches chain drive wedges into felling cut to remove saw Only use wedges made of wood plastic or aluminum Never use wedge made of steel This could cause kickback and damage to chain 4 When tree begins to fall quickly remove saw from felling cut release trigger to turn saw off put saw down exit area using retreat path WARNING Be alert for falling overhead limbs Watch your footing while exiting area ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW OPERATING CHAIN SAW continued LIMBING A TREE WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe injury or death See Kickback page 2 to avoid risk of kickback WARNING When cutting limb thatis under tension use extreme caution Be2. Top Plate Top Plate left side of chain right side of chain Right Side of Chain Figure 21 Chain Part Locations Continued ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued Filing Cutter Depth Gauges The cutter depth gauge clearance is reduced as cutters are sharpened After every second or third sharpening reset cutter depth gauges 1 Place depth gauge tool 025 firmly across top of two cutters Make sure depth gauge enters slot in depth gauge tool see Figure 22 2 Use medium flat file File depth gauge level with depth gauge tool 3 Remove depth gauge tool With flat file round off front corner of cutter depth gauge see Figure 23 After several hand filings have authorized service center or sharpening service ma chine sharpen chain This will insure even filing Flat File Depth Gauge Figure 22 Depth Gauge Tool On Chain Front Corner Figure 23 Round Off Front Corner Of Depth Gauge SHARPENING SAW CHAIN Fast Sharp Model WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain WARNING Do not hand sharpen this Fast Sharp chain Hand sharpening chain will increase risk of kickback Keep chain sharp Your saw will cut faster and more safely A dull c
3. or chain saw supplies outlet e 5 32 round file e Depth gauge tool File guide Vise Medium sized flat file Sharpening Cutters Use file guide for 30 filing 1 Adjust chain for proper tension see Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 2 Clamp guide bar in vise to hold saw steady Note Do not clamp chain 3 Press 5 32 round file attached to file guide into groove between top plate and depth gauge on chain File guide should rest on both top plate and depth gauge see Figures 20 and 21 Note File at midpoint of guide bar 4 Hold file guide level Make sure 30 mark on file guide is parallel to center of guide bar see Figure 20 This will insure that you file cutters at 30 angle 5 Filefrom inside towards outside of cutter until sharp Only file in this one direction see Figure 20 Note Two or three strokes with file should sharpen cutter 6 After each cutter if sharpened move chain forward to sharpen next cutter File all cutters on one side of chain 7 Move to other side of chain and repeat process 101414 OWNER S MANUAL Filing Direction 30 Guide Mark File Guide ae 5 32 Round File Note This illustration shows file guide placement and filing direction for sharpening cutters on left side of chain Figure 20 File and File Guide Placement On Chain Groove Depth Gauge left side of chain Left Side of Depth Gauge right side of chain Groove
4. to avoid pinching Cut Lu Z T 1st Cut Pruning Undercut to avoid splintering xd 3rd Cut Stub Undercut to avoid splintering Figure 11 Cutting A Limb ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE NOTICE Below are instructions for servicing your chain saw Any servicing not mentioned below should be done by an authorized service center CLEANING SAW BODY WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain WARNING When cleaning saw body do not submerge saw in any liquids do not use products that contain ammonia chlorine or abrasives donotusechlorinated cleaning solvents carbontetrachloride kerosene or gasoline Keep saw body clean Use asoft cloth damp ened with a mild soap and water mixture Wipe saw body to clean CARE OF GUIDE BAR Uneven bar wear causes most guide bar problems Incorrect sharpening of chain cutter and depth gauge settings often cause this When bar wears unevenly it widens guide bar groove see Figure 18 This causes chain clatter and rivet popping Saw will not cut straight Replace guide bar if this occurs Inspect guide bar before sharpening chain A worn or damaged guide bar is unsafe A worn or damaged guid
5. DIAGONAL LINE DO NOT USE PROPERLY WITH ACROSS A SYMBOL ONE HANDED BOTH HANDS PROHIBITED OR TO BE AVOIDED CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FOR THE LOCATION OF YOUR NEAREST HOMELITE SERVICING DEALER IN THE UNITED STATES PUERTO RICO AND THE VIRGIN ISLANDS CALL 1 800 242 4672 NOTE DEALER INFORMATION TECHNICAL ADVICE AND PRODUCT INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED AT THIS NUMBER C A Homelite P O BOX 7047 CHARLOTTE N C 28241 NETHERLANDS Homelite Homelite 1850 55th Avenue HDQS Europe Africa and Middle East Lacine Quebec Canada Haverstraat 24 H8T 3J5 2153 GB Nieuw Vennnep The Netehrlands 212 214 590 Ebury Place 16520 111th Avenue Annacis Island Edmonton Alberta delta British Columbia T5M 3V8 FRANCE AUSTRALIA V3M 6K7 Homelite Homelite 595 C tic Dri S A R L HEADQUARTERS Dosis view Toronto 691 Malenfant Blve Z I du vert Galant 22 Terra Cotta Drive On Canis Dieppe Industrial Park Rue du Chateau Rue de la Garenne Blackburn 3130 ed BB Dieppe New Brunswick 95310 Saint Quen L Aumone Victoria Australia E1A 5T8 France 101414 01 A Subsidiary of Deere amp Company ae F INC 11921
6. alert for wood springing back When wood tension is released limb could spring back and strike operator causing severe injury or death Limbing is removing branches from a fallen tree Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Do not remove larger limbs under tree that support log off ground Remove each limb with one cut see Figure 14 Clear cut limbs from work area often This will help maintain a safe work area Make sure you start your cut where limb will not pinch saw during cutting To avoid pinching start cut on freely hanging limbs from above limb Start cut on limbs under tension from under limb If pinch occurs turn saw off lift limb and remove saw Figure 14 Limbing A Tree BUCKING A LOG WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe injury or death See Kickback page 2 to avoid risk of kickback WARNING If on slope make sure log will not roll down hill Secure log by using wooden stakes Drive wooden stakes into ground on downhill side of log Stand on uphill side of log while cutting Log may roll after cutting Never try cutting through two logs at same time This could increase the risk of kickback While cutting log never hold log with your hand leg orfoot While cutting log never allow another person to hold log Turnoffandunplug saw before moving from one place to another Bucking a log i
7. moving see Figure 1 101414 OWNER S MANUAL x Do Not Let N Guide Bar Touch Here E obits IR Figure 1 Kickback Hazard Example Do Not Let Nose of Guide Bar Touch Object While Chain is Moving Never try cutting through two logs at same time Only cut one log at a time Do not bury guide bar nose or try plunge cut boring into wood using guide bar nose Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that may pinch chain Use extreme caution when re entering a previous cut Uselow kickback chain and guide bar supplied with this chain saw Only replace these parts with chains and guide bars listed in this manual Never use dull or loose chain Keep chain sharp with proper tension Do not hand sharpen chain on automatic chain sharpening Fast Sharp models Saw Maintenance and Kickback Safety Follow maintenance instructions in this manual Proper cleaning of saw and chain and guide bar maintenance can reduce chances of kickback Inspect and maintain saw after each use This will increase the service life of your saw Note Even with proper sharpening risk of kickback can increase with each sharpening MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF CHAIN SAW 1 Unplug chain saw from power source when not in use before moving from one place to another before servicing before changing accessories or attachments such as saw chain and guard 2 Inspect chain saw before and after each use Check saw closely if guard
8. or other part has been damaged Check for any damage that may affect operator safety or operation of saw Check for alignment or binding of moving parts Check for broken or damaged parts Do not use chain saw if damage affects safety or operation Have damage repaired by authorized service center 3 Maintain chain saw with care Never expose saw to rain Keep chain sharp clean and lubricated for better and safer performance Follow steps outlined in this manual to sharpen chain Keep handles dry clean and free of oil and grease Keep all screws and nuts tight Inspect power cord often If damaged have repaired by authorized service center Never carry chain saw by power cord Never yank power cord to unplug it Keep power cord from heat oil and sharp edges Inspect extension cords often and replace if damaged 4 When servicing use only identical replacement parts 5 When not in use always store chain saw in a high or locked place out of children s reach in a dry place in a carrying case or with scabbard over guide bar Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this chain saw ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW CHAIN SAW NAMES AND TERMS Bucking Process of cutting a felled tree or log into lengths Felling Process of cutting down a tree Felling Cut Final cut when felling a tree Make this cut on opposite side of tree from notching cut Front Handle Located at
9. place moving chain against wood Hold saw firmly in place to avoid possible bouncing or skating sideways movement of saw 7 Guide saw using light pressure Do not force saw The motor will overload and can burn out It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended 8 Remove saw from a cut with saw running at full speed Stop saw by releasing trigger Make sure chain has stopped before setting saw down 9 Practice until you can maintain a steady even cutting rate 101414 FELLING A TREE Cutting Down a Tree WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe injury or death See Kickback page 2 to avoid risk of kickback Donotfellatree without ample skill or expert help Keep children animals and bystanders away from area when felling a tree Iftwoormorepersons perform bucking andfelling operations WARNING Whenfellingatree be aware of your surroundings Do not endanger any person strike utility lines or cause property damage If tree strikes utility lines contact utility company at once Felling is the process of cutting down a tree Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Follow directions below to fell a tree Before Felling a Tree 1 Before felling inspect tree Make sure there are no dead limbs or branches that may fall on you Study natural lean of tree location of larger branches and w
10. 8 below Chain Saw Power Cord Extension Cord PRS SS Figure 8 Tying Extension Cord and Power Cord in Knot OILING CHAIN Always check oil level before using saw To oil chain press oil cap Do not attempt to operate the oiler while cutting with the saw Oil will feed onto guide bar and chain Press oil cap at least once before each cut Check oil level often by looking at oil sight level hole Oil sight level hole is on left side of saw between front handle and front hand guard Figure 9 Pressing Oil Cap to Oil Chain CUTTING WITH THE CHAIN SAW 1 Connect saw to extension cord Connect extension cord to power supply 2 Make sure section of log to be cut is not laying on ground This will keep chain from touching ground as it cuts through log Touching ground with moving chain will dull chain 3 Use both hands to grip saw Always use left hand to grip front handle and right hand to grip rear handle Use firm grip Thumbs and fingers must wrap around saw handles see Figure 10 4 Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet 5 When ready to make a cut press in switch lockout with right thumb and squeeze trigger see Figure 10 This will turn saw on Releasing trigger will turn saw off Make sure saw is running at full speed before starting a cut Switch Lockout Trigger Figure 10 Switch Lockout and Trigger Location 6 When starting a cut
11. Hom alite OWNER S MANUAL EL14 and EL16 ELECTRIC CHAINSAWS ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS Make certain you read and understand all Safety Warnings on pages 2 and 3 Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death from fire electrical shock body contact with moving chain or falling wood Wear the following safety gear when operating chain saw heavy duty gloves wear rubber gloves when working outdoors steel toed safety footwear with non skid soles eye protection such as safety glasses goggles or face screen safety hard hat ear mufflers or ear plugs hair covering to contain long hair BEFORE OPERATING SAW 1 Wear Read and understand this owner s manual before operating chain saw Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate saw when you are tired Usechain saw for cutting wood only Do not use chain saw for purpose not intended Do not use for cutting plastic masonry etc Only well instructed adults should operate chain saw Never allow children to operate chain saw Use only electrical voltage noted on model plate of chain saw Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use See page 8 for extension cord requirements Do not operate chain saw while under the influence of alcohol medication or drugs in rain or in damp or wet areas where highly flammable liquids or gases are present if saw is damag
12. NING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain IMPORTANT Donotclamp chain saw in vise during assembly The plastic hardware bag should include two guide bar bolts two guide bar nuts one Phillips head tapping screw automatic chain sharpener Fast Sharp models only 1 Lay chain out flat 2 Install front hand guard onto saw body Do this by pressing two mounting stand outs on hand guard into hex shaped holes in saw body see Figure 3 3 Inserttapping screw through hand guard and into saw handle Tighten screw firmly 4 Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise see Figure 4 Continue to turn adjusting screw until adjusting block is to rear of adjusting plate 5 Install guide bar onto saw body Place rear of guide bar between adjusting plate and sprocket support IMPORTANT Make sure to insert adjusting block into oval adjusting hole on guide bar 6 Line up holes on sprocket support with center slot on guide bar and holes in saw body 7 Insert guide bar bolts through front hand guard saw body center slot of guide bar and sprocket support Attach guide bar nuts to guide bar bolts IMPORTANT Tighten guide bar nuts finger tight only Make sure adjusting block is in oval adjusting hole on guide bar 8 Place chain around drive sprocket then along top groove of guide bar and around guide bar nose Note Make sure cutting edges of chain are facing th
13. e bar will damage chain It will also make cutting harder Guide Bar Groove N Guide Bar S Normal Guide Guide Bar Bar With Uneven Wear Figure 18 Guide Bar Cross Section Show ing Uneven Bar Wear Normal Guide Bar Maintenance 1 Remove guide bar from chain saw 2 Remove sawdust from guide bar groove periodically Use putty knife or wire 3 Clean oil slots after each day of use 4 Remove burrs from sides of guide bar Use flat file to make side edges square Replace guide bar when e bar is bent or cracked e inside groove of bar is badly worn Note When replacing guide bar see Re placement Parts and Accessories on back cover for proper bar T Burr Flat File Guide Bar Cleaning Groove With Putty Knife E UT Figure 19 Guide Bar Maintenance 101414 SHARPENING SAW CHAIN Non Fast Sharp Model WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain Keep chain sharp Your saw will cut faster and more safely A dull chain will cause undue sprocket guide bar chain and motor wear If you must force chain into wood and cutting creates only sawdust with few large chips chain is dull Items Needed to Sharpen Chain Purchase these items from your local dealer hardware store
14. e right direction Position chain so cutting edges on top of guide bar face guide bar nose see Figure 3 Tapping Screw Guide Bar Bolts Mounting m Stand Outs Adjusting Block Front Hand Guard Towards Cutting s Guide Bar Nose y CAUTION Do not place chain on saw backwards If chain is backwards saw will vibrate badly and will not cut 9 Adjust saw chain tension Follow steps under Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 Edge Adjusting Hole Guide Bar Nuts Adjusting Plate Adjusting Screw Sprocket Unda Support Figure 4 Part Locations For Assembling Guide Bar 6 101414 ASSEMBLY Continued INSTALLING AUTOMATIC CHAIN SHARPENER Fast Sharp Models Only 1 Screw automatic chain sharpener into threaded hole 2 Continue turning automatic chain sharpener until you hear five 5 clicks Automatic Chain Sharpener Figure 5 Automatic Chain Sharpener Fast Sharp Models Only 101414 OWNER S MANUAL SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJ USTMENT WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before adjusting saw chain tension WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain WARNING Maintain proper chain tension always A loose chain will increase the risk of kickback Aloose chain may jump out of guide bar groove This may injure operator and damage chain A loose chain will ca
15. ed adjusted wrong or not fully and securely assembled if trigger does not turn saw on and off Chain must stop moving when you release trigger Have faulty switch replaced by authorized service center while in a hurry while in tree or on a ladder unless trained to do so snug fitting clothes when operating chain saw Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry They can get caught in moving saw chain face or dust mask if working in dusty areas 10 Before cutting always provide the following clear work area secure footing planned retreat path from falling tree 11 Inspect tree before cutting down Make sure there are no dead limbs or branches that may fall on you 12 Toreduce the risk of electric shock this saw has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet of your extension cord reverse the plug If it still does not fit a polarized extension cord will be necessary Do not change the plug in any way WHILE OPERATING SAW 1 Stay alert Use common sense while operating chain saw 2 Keep work area clean Cluttered areas invite injuries 3 Be aware of extension cord while operating chain saw Be careful not to trip over cord Keep cord away from chain and operator at all times 4 Keepchildren animals and bystanders away from chain saw and extension cord Only chain saw user should be in wo
16. elow 30 F use SAE 10 oil For temperatures above 75 F use SAE 40 oil 3 Replace oil cap at once Tighten oil cap firmly for good seal This will avoid oil seepage from tank 4 Wipe off excess oil Note It is normal for oil to seep when saw is not in use Empty oil tank after each use to prevent seepage ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW OPERATING CHAIN SAW WARNING Read and understand this owner s manual before operating this saw Make certain you read and understand all Safety Warnings Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death from fire electrical shock or body contact with moving chain or falling wood EXTENSION CORDS Use proper extension cords with this saw Use only extension cords marked for out door use The cord must be marked with suffix W or W A following the cord type designation Example SJTW A or SJTW Use proper sized cord with this saw Cord must be heavy enough to carry current needed An undersized cord will cause volt age drop at saw Saw will lose power and overheat Follow cord size requirements listed below Cord AWG Cord Length Size 25 feet 16 50 feet 16 100 feet 14 150 feet 12 Keep cord away from cutting area Make sure cord does not catch on branches or logs during cutting Inspect cords often Replace damaged cords The extension cord may come undone from the power cord during use To avoid this make a knot with the two cords as shown in Figure
17. front of saw body Front Hand Guard Shield between front handle and guide bar Protects left hand while using saw Guide Bar Metal bar that extends from saw body The guide bar supports and guides chain Guide Bar Nose Tip or end of guide bar Kickback Quick backward and upward motion of guide bar Kickback may occur when tip of guide bar touches an object while chain is moving The guide bar will kick up and back towards operator Limbing Process of cutting limb s from a felled tree Low Kickback Chain Chain that reduces chance of kickback as required by ANSI B175 1 Normal Cutting Position Stance used while making bucking and felling cuts Notching Cut Notch cut in tree that directs fall of tree Oiler Control System for oiling guide bar and chain Power Head Chain saw without chain and guide bar Also known as saw body Pushback Kickback Pinch Rapid pushback of chain saw Pushback may oc cur if chain along top of guide bar is pinched caught or contacts a foreign object Rear Handle Handle located at rear of saw body Reduced Kickback Guide Bar Guide bar that reduces chance of kickback Replacement Chain Chain that complies with ANSI B175 1 when used with a spe cific saw It may not meet ANSI require ments when used with other saws Saw Chain Chain Loop of chain having cutting teeth for cutting wood The motor drives chain The guide bar supports chain Spiked Bumper Spike Pointed teeth a
18. hain noted in this manual Always include new drive sprocket when replacing chain This will maintain proper driving of chain Note For proper chain and drive sprocket see Replacement Parts and Accessories on back cover 101414 TROUBLE SHOOTING OBSERVED FAULT Saw runs but does not cut OWNER S MANUAL with moving chain WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact POSSIBLE CAUSE Chain assembled backwards on guide bar REMEDY See Assembly page 6 Saw does not cut unless heavily forced Cutting produces only sawdust with few large chips Chain is dull See Sharpening Saw Chain page 13 non Fast Sharp model or page 14 Fast Sharp model Saw runs slow Saw stalls easily Low power supply voltage Extension cord wire size too small See Extension Cords page 8 Motor of saw does notrun when you squeeze trigger 1 Switch lockout not pressed in to release trigger 2 Extension cord connections loose 3 Open line fuse or circuit breaker 4 Bad motor brushes 5 Open wiring circuit on saw 1 Press in switch lockout before squeezing trigger 2 Check cord connections 3 Check line fuse or circuit breaker 4 See authorized service center 5 See authorized service center Motor of saw runs but chain does not move Gear train failure See authorized service center Chain doe
19. hain will cause undue sprocket guide bar chain and motor wear If you must force chain into wood and cutting creates only sawdust with few large chips chain is dull Follow the steps below to sharpen Fast Sharp chain The automatic chain sharpener sharpens cutter lowers cutter depth gauge and adjusts guard drive link 1 Adjust saw chain for proper tension see Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 2 Clean out excess sawdust and wood chips from drive sprocket area 3 Turn sharpener knob counterclockwise until clicking stops see Figure 24 4 Turn sharpener knob clockwise until you hear five distinct clicks Sharpener Knob Figure 24 Turning Sharpener Knob 14 5 Place saw on clean flat surface ON Connect saw to power supply Ll Hold saw with both hands in normal cutting position 8 Press in switch lockout with right thumb and squeeze trigger 9 Gently push on sharpener knob Saw must be running for chain to sharpen Note Sparks appearing shows sharpener is working see Figure 25 If no sparks appear continue to adjust sharpener one click at a time After each click press sharpener knob until light flow of sparks appears After several sharpenings you must turn sharpener knob more to bring stone into position Figure 25 Sharpening Fast Sharp Chain REPLACING SAW CHAIN Replace chain when cutters are too worn to sharpen or when chain breaks Only use replacement c
20. ind direction This will help you judge which way tree will fall 2 Clear work area around tree 3 Plan and clear a retreat path before felling Make retreat path opposite to planned direction of fall of tree and at 45 angle see Figure 12 4 Remove dirt stones loose bark nails staples and wire from tree where you will make felling cuts 5 Stay on uphill side when felling tree Tree could roll or slide downhill after falling 101414 OWNER S MANUAL Retreat Path Direction of Fall 45 Retreat Tree Path Figure 12 Retreat Path From Tree Felling Procedure A Felling Notch A properly placed felling notch will deter mine direction tree will fall Place felling notch on side of tree in direction you want tree to fall see Figure 13 Follow direc tions below to create a felling notch 1 Make lower notch cut as close to ground as possible Hold saw so guide bar is horizontal Cut 1 3 the diameter of tree trunk see Figure 13 Note Always make this horizontal lower notch cut first If you make this cut second tree can pinch chain or guide bar 2 Start upper notch cut the same distance above first cut as first cut is deep Example If lower notch cut is eight inches deep start upper notch cut eight inches above it Cut downward at 45 angle The upper notch cut should meet end of lower notch cut see Figure 13 3 Remove tree trunk wedge created by notching cuts B Felling Cut 1
21. l keep log from pinching guide bar and chain 1st Cut OWNER S MANUAL TRIMMING A TREE Pruning WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe injury or death See Kickback page 2 to avoid risk of kickback WARNING Do not operate chain saw while inatree on a ladder or any other unstable surface in any awkward position You may lose control of saw causing severe injury WARNING Do not cut limbs higher than your shoulders CAUTION Seek professional help if facing conditions beyond your ability Figure 17 Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On Both Ends 101414 Trimming a tree is the process of cutting limbs from a living tree Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Follow direc tions below to trim a tree 1 Make first cut six inches from tree trunk on underside of limb Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut 1 3 through diameter of limb see Figure 11 2 Move two to four inches farther out on limb Make second cut from above limb Continue cut until you cut limb off 3 Make third cut as close to tree trunk as possible on underside of limb stub Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut 1 3 through diameter of stub 4 Make fourth cut directly above third cut Cut down to meet third cut This will remove limb stub 2nd Cut Pruning Cut 4th Cut Sax to 2 Final SL
22. rk area 5 Do not cut down a tree unless you are trained or have expert help 6 If two or more persons perform bucking and felling operations at the same time provide plenty of distance between operations Provide distance of at least twice the height of tree being felled 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Secure wood you are cutting by using clamps or chocks Grip chain saw firmly with both hands Never operate chain saw with one hand Never use hand guard as handle Keep finger off trigger until ready to make cut Before starting chain saw make sure chain is not touching anything To guard against electrical shock avoid body contact with grounded objects such as pipes fences and metal posts Keep all parts of body away from chain when saw is running Do not force chain saw while cutting Apply light pressure It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended Cut small brush and saplings with extreme care Slender material may catch in chain and be whipped toward you This could also pull you off balance When cutting limb or tree trunk that is under tension use extreme caution Be alert for wood springing back When wood tension is released limb could spring back and strike operator causing severe injury or death Carry chain saw from one place to another with saw stopped and unplugged by holding front handle never use hand guard as handle with finger off
23. s cutting a log into sections Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet When possible raise log or section off ground Dothis by using limbs logs chocks etc When cutting through log maintain control by reducing cutting pressure near end of cut Donotrelax your grip on chain saw handles Do not let moving chain touch ground Ground will dull moving chain After cut ting through log release trigger to turn saw off before moving saw Follow directions below to buck a log Entire Length Of Log On Ground 1 Cut log from top see Figure 15 Figure 15 Bucking Log With Entire Length On Ground Log Supported On One End Make first cut on underside of log see Figure 16 Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut 1 3 through diameter of log This cut will keep section from splintering when cut 2 Make second cut directly above first cut Cut down to meet first cut This cut will keep log from pinching guide bar and chain 2nd Cut A MEEN A Te NY SC KTS 1st Cut Figure 16 Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On One End 101414 Log Supported On Both Ends 1 Make first cut from above log see Figure 17 Cut 1 3 through diameter of log This cut will keep section from splintering when cut 2 Make second cut on underside of log directly under first cut Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut up to meet first cut This wil
24. s not get oil 1 Clogged oil slot in guide bar 2 Oil is too thick 1 Remove guide bar and clean oil slot 2 Use correct weight of oil See Filling Oil Tank page 7 Chain comes off guide bar 1 Chain is loose 2 Guide bar and chain not assembled right 1 Tighten chain See Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 2 See Assembly page 6 Saw smokes Saw damaged Do not use saw See authorized service center Saw leaks oil Oil cap is not secure Tighten oil cap Note Empty oil tank when not in use STORAGE If storing saw for more than 30 days follow steps below 1 Drain oil tank 2 Remove and clean guide bar and chain Clean guide bar and chain by soaking in petroleum based solvent or mild soap and water mixture 3 Dry guide bar and chain 4 Place chain in container filled with oil This will prevent rust 5 Wipe a thin coating of oil over surface of guide bar 101414 6 Wipe off outside of saw body Do this with soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture 7 Store chain saw in a high or locked place out of children s reach in a dry place in a carrying case or with scabbard over guide bar SYMBOL DEFINITIONS THIS SYMBOL INDICATES DANGER DANGER BEWARE AVOID BAR NOSE OR WARNING OF KICKBACK CONTACT m THIS SAFE T TIP 9E DEVICE ON YOUR READ YOUR WEAR HEARING AND 9 BAR NOSE PRE PRODUCT EYE PROTECTION VENTS KICKBACK LITERATURE DEVICES HOLD SAW
25. t front of saw body beside guide bar Keep spiked bumper in contact with wood when felling or bucking It helps maintain posi tion of saw while cutting Sprocket Toothed wheel that drives chain Switch Device that completes or interrupts electrical circuit to motor of saw Switch Linkage This device connects switch to trigger It moves switch when you squeeze trigger Switch Lockout Device that reduces acci dental starting of saw Trigger Device that turns saw on and off Squeezing trigger turns saw on Releasing trigger turns saw off Trimming Pruning Process of cutting limb s from a living tree Undercut An upward cut from underside of log or limb This is done while in normal cutting position and cutting with top of guide bar 101414 OWNER S MANUAL PRODUCT UNPACKING Front Hand Guard Guide Bar 1 Remove all items from carton 2 Check all items for any shipping damage If you find any damage or if any parts are missing promptly inform dealer where you bought chain saw Saw Rear Handle Guide Bar Rear Hand Guard Power Cord Scabbard Oil Level Sight Hole located on saw body hidden by front handle Oil Cap Front Handle Motor Switch Trigger Housing Lockout Figure 2 Electric Chain Saw 101414 5 ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW ASSEMBLY Note Some models are pre assembled As sembly is not needed on these models See Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 WAR
26. trigger with guide bar and chain to rear 101414 KICKBACK AWARNING Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse reaction kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious injury to user Kickback Safety Devices On This Saw This saw has a low kickback chain and reduced kickback guide bar Both items reduce the chance of kickback Kickback can still occur with this saw Properly install front hand guard This item can reduce injuries from kickback Follow assembly instructions on page 6 Do not remove front hand guard Do not replace front hand guard with substitute The following steps will reduce the risk of kickback Use both hands to grip saw while saw is running Use firm grip Thumbs and fingers must wrap around saw handles Keep all safety items in place on saw Make sure they work properly Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height Keep solid footing and balance at all times Stand slightly to left side of saw This keeps your body from being in direct line with chain Do not let guide bar nose touch anything when chain is
27. use chain guide bar and sprocket to wear rapidly Note For pre assembled models the saw chain tension is properly set at factory A new chain will stretch Check new chain after first few minutes of operation Allow chain to cool down Follow steps below to readjust saw chain tension 1 Before adjusting chain make sure guide bar nuts are only finger tight see Figure 3 page 6 Also make sure adjusting block is in oval adjusting hole on guide bar see Figure 3 and 4 page 6 2 Turn adjusting screw clockwise until all slack is out of chain see Figure 6 Note There should be no gap between side links of chain and bottom of guide bar see Figure 7 3 Wearing protective gloves move chain around guide bar Chain should move freely If chain does not move freely loosen chain by turning adjusting screw counterclockwise 4 After chain tension is correct tighten guide bar nuts firmly If not guide bar will move and loosen chain tension This will increase the risk of kickback This can also damage saw Note A new chain will stretch Check new chain after first few minutes of operation Allow chain to cool down Readjust chain tension Figure 6 Turning Adjusting Screw Guide Bar Nuts Correct Tension Incorrect Tension Figure 7 Saw Chain Adjustment FILLING OIL TANK 1 Remove oil cap 2 Fill oil tank with SAE 30 motor oil Note For temperatures b
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