Silverline 45cc Petrol Chainsaw - Manual (Page 9)

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Testing the chain brake
WARNING: ALWAYS wear cut-proof
gloves when touching the Saw Chain (2),
to avoid injury.
WARNING: The chain brake is an
important safety device of this chainsaw,
protecting the user in the event of
kickback by stopping the Saw Chain
rotation. The operator MUST ensure its
correct operation before EVERY use.
1. Ensure the engine is NOT running
whilst performing the following
checks:
2. Check manual chain brake
operation by pushing the Front
Hand Guard (3) forward, in the direction of the Guide Bar. The Saw Chain must not
turn
3. Release the chain brake by pulling the Front Hand Guard towards to Front Handle (4),
until a ‘click’ sound is heard. The Saw Chain can be moved freely again
4. Hold the chainsaw horizontally, release your hand from the Front Handle and let the
tip of the Guide Bar hit a tree stump or other piece of wood on the floor. The chain
brake must engage, and the Saw Chain must not move
Operation
WARNING: Chainsaws are potentially dangerous high-speed wood-cutting tools. Special
safety precautions must be applied, to reduce the risk of personal injury. Careless or
improper use may cause serious or even fatal injuries. ALWAYS operate chainsaws with
both hands. Start and operate without assistance.
WARNING: ALWAYS wear the appropriate personal protective equipment when using this
chainsaw, including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, forestry helmet
with impact resistant face shield, gloves, cut-proof trousers and safety shoes.
WARNING: Immediately switch off the engine in case of excessive engine noise or
vibration, development of smoke or smells (other than engine exhaust), or if the chainsaw
operates sluggishly or at reduced performance.
Note: Before operating a chainsaw, inspect the work area for potential dangers, and
consider possible escape routes.
Starting and stopping the engine
WARNING: To avoid injury, ALWAYS follow the starting procedure as described below. DO
NOT drop start, as this method is extremely dangerous and may cause you to lose control
over the saw.
1. Activate the chain brake by pushing
the Front Hand Guard (3) forward
2. Remove the Safety Cover (23) from
the Guide Bar (1)
3. Toggle the Engine Switch (14)
upward into the ‘On’ position
4. Pull out the Choke Lever (10)
5. Put the chainsaw on the floor on to
a flat surface. Ensure that the Saw
Chain (2) is not in contact with the
ground or any object
6. Place your left hand on the Front
Handle (4) and push down
7. Push your right toe cap into the Rear
Handle (13), to hold the chainsaw in
place (see Fig. F)
8. Grab hold of the Recoil Starter (5)
handle with your right
9. Slowly pull the Recoil Starter outward,
until you feel resistance, then pull
sharply a few times, until the engine
fires briefly, but dies again immediately
10. Push in the Choke Lever
11. Pull the Recoil Starter again, until the
engine starts
12. Slowly remove your foot from the Rear
Handle and pick the tool up on the
Front Handle
FIG. F
FIG. G
Filling with fuel
WARNING: NEVER fill with fuel whilst the engine is running. Switch off the engine and wait
until it has cooled before refuelling.
WARNING: ONLY refuel your chainsaw outdoors, in well-ventilated areas.
WARNING: ALWAYS open the fuel tank carefully, to allow potential pressure build-up inside
the tank to release slowly. Never open the fuel tank while engine is running.
WARNING: ONLY use petrol/oil mixtures (2-stroke mix) with this chainsaw. NEVER use neat
petrol, as this will quickly lead to overheating and permanent engine damage.
WARNING: In some regions petrol may contain a percentage of alcohol (ethanol or
methanol). Using such fuels with this chainsaw is not recommended. Fuels containing
more than 10% ethanol MUST NOT be used under any circumstances. If using fuels
containing methanol, specific corrosion inhibitors must be added, and the proportion of
methanol MUST be kept below 5%. Damage to the fuel system or engine caused by fuels
containing alcohol are not covered by warranty.
WARNING: Be careful not to spill any fuel. ALWAYS clean away all fuel spillages, and
dispose of according to local laws and regulations. Spilled fuel may ignite and cause fires
or explosions.
Note: For further advice on fuel, also refer to ‘Storing Fuel’ in the ‘Maintenance’ section
of this manual.
1. Clean the area around the cap of the Fuel Tank (9), and remove all wood dust and
dirt
2. Open the Fuel Tank by turning the cap anticlockwise
3. Fill with fresh 2-stroke mix. DO NOT overfill
4. When finished refuelling, immediately refit the cap to the Fuel Tank, and close by
turning it clockwise until hand tight and sealed
WARNING: Move at least 3m from the fuelling spot, away from potential spillage and
escaped fumes, before attempting to start the engine.
Filling with chain oil
WARNING: Be careful not to spill any oil. Thoroughly clean away any spilled chain oil, even
if bio-degradable chain oil is used. Be aware of slipping hazards!
1. Clean the area around the cap of the Chain Oil Reservoir (15), and remove all wood
dust and dirt
2. Open the Chain Oil Reservoir cap by turning it anticlockwise
3. Fill with special chain oil. DO NOT overfill
4. Immediately refit the Chain Oil Reservoir cap, and close by turning it clockwise until
hand tight and sealed
Checking the chain tension
WARNING: ALWAYS wear cut-proof gloves
when touching the saw chain, to avoid injury.
• When properly tensioned, the Saw Chain
(2) should sit loosely but snug inside the
Guide Bar (1)
• The chain should be tight enough that
the drive links stay engaged in the Guide
Bar, when pulling on the top of the chain
(see Fig. C). There must be no sag at the
bottom of the Guide Bar (see Fig. D)
• If the Saw Chain sags, or if drive links
can be pulled out of the Guide Bar, adjust
the chain tension as outlined in ‘Adjusting chain tension’ in the ‘Maintenance’ section
of this manual
WARNING: Saw Chains can also be overtightened. Tightening the Saw Chain too tightly
risks rupture during operation. There should be some play in the Saw Chain, just not
enough for the drive links to leave the Guide Bar. The chain must ALWAYS be able to move
freely and easily on the Guide Bar.
FIG. D
FIG. E
FIG. C
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