Salem Master Pro 2-Cycle Chain Saw 6220G /6220H/5820G/5820H User Manual

Introduction

Operator’s manual READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING

Symbols on the product

Sym Meaning

Warning

Read this manual

Use approved head protection,hearing protection and eye protection

Use approved protective gloves

The product agrees with theapplicable EC Directives

Useful information

Chain brake, not engaged (left).Chain brake, engaged (right)

Do not use the product inbad weather

Wear dense texture clothesand rugged footwear with non-slip soles

Refueling

Chain oil fill

This product agrees with theapplicable EAC directives

This product agrees with theapplicable Ukraine directives

Prohibited

Hold the product properly withboth hands

Do not use with one hand

Avoid contact with nose of guidebar

Beware of kickback

It is forbidden to be in thedanger zone

Note: Other symbols/decals on the productrefer to certification requirements for othercommercial areas.

Product liabilityAs referred to in the product liability laws, weare not liable for damages that our productcauses if:

the product is incorrectly repaired.
the product is repaired with parts that arenot from the manufacturer or not approvedby the manufacturer.
the product has an accessory that is notfrom the manufacturer or not approved bythe manufacturer.
the product is not repaired at an approvedservice center or by an approved authority.

Safety

Safety definitionsThe definitions below give the level of severity for each signal word.

WARNING: Injury to persons.

CAUTION: Damage to theproduct.

Note: This information makes the producteasier to use.

General safety instructions

Use the product correctly. Injury or death isa possible result of incorrect use. Only usethe product for the tasks found in thismanual. Do not use the product for othertasks.
Read, understand and obey theinstructions in this manual. Obey the safetysymbols and the safety instructions. If theoperator does not obey the instructions andthe symbols, injury, damage or death is apossible result.
Do not discard this manual. Use theinstructions to assemble, to operate and tokeep your product in good condition. Usethe instructions for correct installation ofattachments and accessories. Only useapproved attachments and accessories.
Do not use a damaged product. Obey themaintenance schedule. Only do themaintenance work that you find aninstruction about in this manual. Anapproved service center must do all othermaintenance work.
This manual cannot include all situationsthat can occur when you use the product.Be careful and use your common sense.Do not operate the product or domaintenance to the product if you are notsure about the situation. Speak to aproduct expert, your dealer, service agentor approved service center for information.
Disconnect the spark plug cable before youassemble the product, put the product intostorage or do maintenance.
Do not use the product if it is changed fromits initial specification. Do not change a partof the product without approval from themanufacturer. Only use parts that areapproved by the manufacturer. Injury ordeath is a possible result of incorrectmaintenance.
Do not breathe in the exhaust fumes fromthe engine. A health risk can occur if youbreathe in exhaust fumes, chain oil fumesand sawdust for a long period.
Do not start the product indoors or nearflammable material. The exhaust fumes arehot and can contain a spark which can starta fire. Without sufficient airflow, injury ordeath can result from asphyxiation orcarbon monoxide.
This product makes an electromagneticfield during operation. The electromagneticfield can cause damage to medicalimplants. Speak to your physician andmedical implant manufacturer before youoperate the product.
Do not let a child operate the product.
Do not let a person, without knowledge ofthe instructions, operate the product.
Always monitor a person, with decreasedphysical capacity or mental capacity, thatuses the product. A responsible adult mustbe there at all times.
Lock the product in an area that childrenand not approved persons cannot access.
The product can eject objects and causeinjuries. Obey the safety instructions todecrease the risk of injury or death.
Do not go away from the product when theengine is on. Stop the engine and makesure that the chain does not rotate.
The operator of the product is responsible ifan accident occurs.
Make sure that parts are not damagedbefore you use the product.
Refer to national or local laws. They canprevent or decrease the operation of theproduct in some conditions.

Safety instructions for operation

Continuous or regular operation of theproduct can cause “white finger” orequivalent medical problems fromvibrations. Examine the condition of yourhands and fingers if you operate theproduct continuously or regularly. If yourhands or fingers have discoloration, havepain, tingle, or are numb, stop work andspeak to a physician immediately.
Make sure the product is fully assembledbefore you use it.
The product can cause objects to eject,which can cause damage to the eyes.Always use approved eye protection whenyou operate the product.
Be careful, a child can come near theproduct without your knowledge duringoperation.
Do not operate the product if there arepersons in the work area. Stop the productif a person goes into the work area.
Make sure that you are always in control of the product.
The product must be operated with twohands. Do not operate the product with onehand. Serious injury to the operator,workers, bystanders, or a combination ofthese persons may result from operationwith only one hand.
Hold the front handle with your left handand the rear handle with your right hand.Hold the product on the right side of yourbody.
Do not operate the product when you arefatigued, ill or under the influence of alcoholor other drugs.
Do not use the product if you cannotreceive aid if an accident occurs. Makeothers aware that you will operate theproduct before you start the product.
Do not turn with the product before youmake sure that no persons or animals arein the safety area.
Remove all unwanted materials from thework area before you start. If the chain hitsan object, the object can eject and causeinjury or damage. Unwanted material canwind around the chain and cause damage.
Do not use the product in bad weather,such as fog, rain, strong winds, risk oflightning or other weather conditions.Dangerous conditions, such as slipperysurfaces, can occur because of badweather.
Make sure that you can move freely andwork in a stable position.
Make sure that you cannot fall when youuse the product. Do not tilt when youoperate the product.
Always hold the product with your twohands. Hold the front handle with your lefthand and the rear handle with your righthand. Hold the product on the right side ofyour body.
The saw chain starts to rotate if the chokecontrol is in the choke position when theengine starts.
Stop the engine before you move theproduct.
Do not put down the product with theengine on.
Before you remove the unwanted materialsfrom the product, stop the engine. Let thechain stop before you or an aid remove thecut material.
Do not operate this product in a tree.Operation of the product while up in a treemay result in personal injury.
The chain brake must be engaged whenthe product is started to decrease the riskthat the saw chain touches you during start.
A kickback can cause serious injury ordeath to the operator or others. Todecrease the risk you must know thecauses of kickback and how to preventthem.
Obey all safety instructions to decrease therisk of kickback and other forces which cancause serious injury or death.
Adjust the saw chain tension regularly tomake sure that the saw chain does notslack. A slack saw chain may jump off andcause serious injury or death.
Do not fell trees using an incorrectprocedure. This can cause injury topersons, hit a utility line or cause damageto property.
The operator should remain on the uphillside of the terrain as the tree is likely to rollor slide downhill after it is felled.
Plan and prepare your path of retreatbefore you start to cut. Your path of retreatmust be approximately 135 degrees awayfrom the felling direction.• 1. The danger zone• 2. The path of retreat• 3. The felling direction
Always stop the engine before you movethe product.
Make sure you firmly plant your feet on theground and distribute your weight evenly.
Only operate the product with your feet onstable ground. Without stable ground,operation can cause serious injury or deathto the operator or others. Do not do operatethe product on a ladder or in a tree.

Kickbacks, skating, bouncing and droppingDifferent forces can have an effect on the safecontrol of the product.

Skating is when the guide bar glides ormoves quickly across the wood.
Bouncing is when the guide bar lifts off thewood and touches it again and again.
Dropping is when the product drops downafter the cut is made. This can cause themoving chain to touch a part of the body orother objects, causing injury or damage.
Kickback is when the end of the guide bartouches objects and moves rearward, up orsuddenly forward. Kickback also occurswhen the wood closes in and pinches thesaw chain during the cut. Loss of controlcan result if the product touches an objectin wood.
Rotational Kickback can occur when themoving chain touches an object at thetop of the guide bar. This can cause thechain to bury into the object and causethe chain to stop immediately. The resultis a very fast, reverse reaction thatmoves the guide bar up and rearward inthe direction of the operator.
Pinch-Kickback can occur when the sawchain suddenly stops during the cut. Thewood closes in and pinches the movingsaw chain along the top of the guidebar. The sudden stop of the chainreverses the chain force and causes theproduct to move in the oppositedirection of the turn of the chain. Theproduct moves rearward in the directionof the operator.
Pull-In can occur when the saw chainsuddenly stops when the moving chaintouches an object in the wood along thebottom of the guide bar. The suddenstop pulls the product forward and awayfrom the operator, which can easily cause the loss of control of the productby the operator.Make sure that you understand the differentforces and how to prevent them before youoperate the product.To prevent kickbacks, skating, bouncing anddropping
While the engine runs, make sure to holdthe product tightly. Keep your right hand onthe rear handle and the left hand on thefront handle. Tightly hold with thumbs andfingers around the handles. Do not let go.
Keep control of the product during the cutand after the wood falls to the ground. Donot let the weight of the product drop downafter the cut is made.
Make sure that the area in which you arecutting is free from blockage. Do not let thenose of the guide bar touch a log, branchor other blockages while you operate theproduct.
Cut at high engine speeds.
Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height. Always have fire extinguishing tools and ashovel available to help prevent forest fires.

Protective devices on the product

Make sure that you regularly do themaintenance to the product.
The life of the product increases.
The risk of accidents decreases.Let an approved dealer or an approvedservice center regularly examine theproduct to do adjustments or repairs.
Do not use a product with damagedprotective equipment. If the product isdamaged, speak to an approved servicecenter.

Stop switch

Start the engine. Make sure that the enginestops when you move the stop switch to thestop position.

To examine the throttle trigger lockout

Make sure that the trigger (B) is locked atidle when you release the trigger lockout(A).
Push the trigger lockout (A) and make surethat it goes back to its initial position whenyou release it.
Push the trigger (B) and make sure that itgoes back to its initial position when yourelease it.
Start the engine, and then apply full speed.
Release the trigger and examine if the sawchain stops.
If the saw chain turns with an idle engine,examine the idle adjustment screw of thecarburetor.

GuardThe guard prevents objects from being ejectedin the direction of the operator. The guard alsoprevents accidental touch between theoperator and the saw chain.

Make sure that the guard is permitted foroperation in combination with the product.
Do not use the product without the guard.
Make sure that the guard is not damaged.Replace the guard if it is worn or has cracks.

Fuel safety

Do not start the product if there is fuel orengine oil on the product. Remove theunwanted fuel/oil and let the product dry.Remove unwanted fuel from the product.
If you spill fuel on your clothing, changeclothing immediately.
Do not get fuel on your body, it can causeinjury. If you get fuel on your body, use asoap and water to remove the fuel.
Do not start the engine if you spill oil or fuelon the product or on your body.
Do not start the product if the engine has aleak. Examine the engine for leaksregularly.
Be careful with fuel. Fuel is flammable andthe fumes are explosive and can causeinjuries or death.
Do not breathe in the fuel fumes, it cancause injury. Make sure that there is asufficient airflow.
Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
Do not put warm objects near the fuel orthe engine.
Do not add the fuel when the engine is on.
Make sure that the engine is cool beforeyou refuel.
Before you refuel, open the fuel tank capslowly and release the pressure carefully.
Do not add fuel to the engine in an indoorarea. Not sufficient airflow can cause injury or death because of asphyxiation or carbon monoxide.
Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully or a firecan occur.
Move the product at a minimum of 3 m (10ft) from the position where you filled thetank before a start.
Do not put too much fuel in the fuel tank.
Make sure that a leak cannot occur whenyou move the product or fuel container.
Do not put the product or a fuel containerwhere there is an open flame, spark or pilotlight. Make sure that the storage area doesnot contain an open flame.
Only use approved containers when youmove the fuel or put the fuel into storage.
Empty the fuel tank before long-termstorage. Obey the local law on where todispose fuel.
Clean the product before long-termstorage.
Remove the spark plug cable before youput the product into storage to make surethat the engine does not start accidentally.

Safety instructions for maintenance

Disconnect the spark plug before doingmaintenance on the product, not includingcarburetor adjustments. .
Make sure the saw chain stops movingwhen the throttle trigger is released.
Keep the handles dry, clean, and free fromoil or fuel mixture.
Keep caps and fasteners correctlytightened.
Replacement components that are notapproved or the removal of safety devicescan cause damage to the product. This canalso cause possible injury to the operatoror bystanders. Only use accessories andreplacement parts as recommended. Donot change your product.
Keep the saw chain sharp and clean forsafe and high performance.
Obey the instructions for lubricating andchanging accessories.
Examine the product for damaged parts.Before more use of the product, make surethe damaged guard or part operatescorrectly. Examine for broken or incorrectlyaligned parts, and parts that do not movefreely. Examine for other conditions thatcan have an effect on the operation of theproduct. Make sure the product is correctlyinstalled. A guard or other damaged partmust be repaired or replaced by anapproved dealer unless written in theoperator’s manual.
When not in operation, keep the product ina dry, high or locked area away fromchildren.
During transportation or storage of theproduct, use a transportation guard or caseto move the product.
Do not use waste oil. Waste oil can bedangerous to you and can cause damageto the product and environment.

Assembly

WARNING: Read and understandthe safety chapter before youassemble the product.

To assemble the guide bar and saw chain

Install bumper spike. Pull the chain brake back off
Remove the guide bar nuts and the clutchcover. Remove the bolt protection.
Put the guide bar above the bar bolts.Steer the guide bar to under clutch position
Put on protective chainsaw gloves.
Lift the saw chain above the drive sprocket Engage chain in the groove on the guide bar.Start on the top edge of the guide bar.
Make sure that the edges of the cuttinglinks are turned forward on the top edge ofthe guide bar.
Assemble the clutch cover and steer thechain adjuster pin to the hole in the guide bar.
Make sure that the drive links of the sawchain fit correctly on the drive sprocket.Also make sure that the saw chain iscorrectly engaged in the groove in theguide bar.
Tighten the guide bar nuts with yourfingers.
Tighten the saw chain by turning the chaintensioning screw clockwise with thecombination wrench
Tighten the saw chain until it does not sagfrom below the guide bar, but you can turn13 it easy by hand . Or turn it by combination wrench
Hold up the end of the guide bar andtighten the bar nuts with the combinationwrench.

Examine the chain tension frequentlyafter you assemble a new saw chainand until the saw chain has been run-in.
Examine the chain tension regularly.Correct chain tension results in goodcutting performance and a long life.

ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION

CAUTION: The chain must betensioned whenever the flats on thedrive links hang out of the bar groove.Check for proper chain tension before startingthe unit and periodically during operation.

Stop the engine.
Slightly loosen the guide bar nuts.If not will bent tensioning screw
Tighten /loosen the saw chain byturning the chain tensioning screwwith the screw driver.
lift the tip of the guide bar up to checkfor proper tension
Hold the tip of the guide bar up securelytighten the guide bar nuts .

NOTE: A new chain tends to stretch.Check the chain tension frequentlyand tighten as required .

Operation

WARNING: Read and understand the safety chapter before youoperate the product.

CAUTION: For proper engine operation and maximum reliability, pay strict attention to the oil and fuel mixing instructions on the 2-cycle oil container. Using improperly mixed fuel can severely damage the engine.

WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable. Ignited vapors may explode. Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a distance from the area.

WARNING: Remove the fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.

WARNING: Add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor area. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.

Note: Visible fuel tank 5820G/6220G only

MIXING RATIO – 25:1

To use fuel

Fuel mixture ratioThe fuel mixture ratio for the gasoline and twocycle engine oil is 25:1

To make the fuel mixture

Determine the correct quantity of gasolineand engine oil (mixture ratio 25:1). Do notmake more than 30 days quantity of fuelmixture. .
Add half of the gasoline quantity to a cleanfuel container with an antispill valve.

CAUTION: Do not use gasolinewith more than 10% ethanolconcentration (E10). This cancause damage to the product.

CAUTION: Do not use gasolinewith an octane number less than90 RON (87 AKI). This can cause damage to the product.

Note: Use gasoline with a higher octanenumber if you frequently use the product atcontinuously high engine speed.

3. Add the full quantity of the two-cycle engine oil to the fuel container.

CAUTION: Always use aircooledtwo-cycled engine oil ofhigh quality. Other oils can cause damage to the product.

4. Shake the fuel mixture to mix the contents.5. Add the remaining gasoline quantity to the fuel container.6. Shake the fuel mixture to mix the contents.7. Fill the fuel tank of the product with the fuel mixture.

To fill the fuel tank

Make sure that the fuel mixture is correctand that the fuel mixture is in a fuelcontainer with an antispill valve.
If fuel is on the container, remove theunwanted fuel and let the container dry.
Make sure that the area near the fuel tankcap is clean.
Remove the fuel tank cap.
Shake the fuel container before you addthe fuel mixture to the fuel tank.
Put back the fuel tank cap.

To lubricate the saw chainThe product has an automatic lubricationsystem. The saw chain oil tank and the fueltank are designed so that the fuel runs outbefore the saw chain oil. This safety featurerequires that the correct chain oil is used andthat the instructions are obeyed.

Use vegetable-based saw chain oil or astandard chain oil.
Make sure that the area near the cap of thesaw chain oil tank is clean.
Remove the cap of the saw chain oil tank.
Fill the saw chain oil tank with therecommended saw chain oil.
Put back the cap of the saw chain oil tank.

To start and stop Before you start the engine

Examine the product for missing, damaged,loose or worn parts.
Examine the nuts, screws and bolts.
Examine the air filter.
Examine the trigger lockout and the triggerfor correct operation.
Examine the stop switch for correctoperation.
Examine the product for fuel leaks.
Examine the saw chain sharpness and tension.

To start a cold engine

Move the front hand guard forward toengage the chain brake.
Open the switch button(1 open /0 stop). switch
Pull the choke control out fully.
Hold the body of the product on the groundwith your left hand.
Put your right foot through the rear handle.
Pull the starter rope handle slowly with yourright hand until you feel some resistance.
Pull the starter rope handle with force.
Continue to pull the starter rope handleuntil the engine starts or tries to start (pullmax 6 times).

CAUTION: There is no need to pull the rope brisklyThere is no harsh resistance when pullingDon’t pull the rope to its limit .As this may cause the rope to break.Don’t let the rope snap back.Hold the handle and let the rope rewind slowly

Note:

Do not pull the throttle trigger whenyou start the engine.Make sure decompression valve in all the time.

9. If the engine starts or tries to start, push the choke control back fully position.

10.Continue to pull until the engine starts.11.Hold the rear handle with your right handand the front handle with your left hand.

12.Immediately pull the front hand guardrearward in the direction of the front handleto disengage the chain brake.

Note: The chain will move.13.Run 20-30 seconds at elevated idle speed.14.Pull the throttle trigger slowly but fully for8-10 seconds, then release.

15.Run 10 seconds at normal idle speed.16.Pull the throttle trigger slowly but fully for 5seconds to check acceleration, then release.17.Use the product.

To lubricate the cutting equipmentTo do a check of the saw chain lubricationDo a check of the chain saw lubrication eachtime you refuel.

Point the nose of the guide bar at a lightcolor surface almost 20 cm (8 in) away.
After 1 minute of running, a line of oilshows on the light surface.
If you cannot see the line of oil after 1minute, clean the oil channel in the guidebar. Clean the groove in the edge of theguide bar. Make sure the guide bar nosesprocket turns freely and that there are noblockages in the lubrication hole. Cleanand lubricate the tip sprocket.

The engine doestn’t start

Examine the switch button position
Examine the choke position
Examine the muffler and cylinderfeel fuel in the smoke hole with you fingers

Cylinder flooded

a. Turn off the switch button.b. Remove the air filter cover.c. Remove the air filter.d. Remove the spark plug .e. Turn the machine upside down .f. Pull the starting rope(5-8times) to let thefuel flow out of the cylinder.g. Put back all the parts.

Note:Make sure the fuel doesn’t spill on you body.4. Go back step 1 start again

When you pull the trigger-it turns off.

Examine the choke position(fully close).
Examine the brake .(make sure brake off)
Idle adjustment screw (T)
Start the engine again . Use Idle screwdriver to turn the idle adjustmentscrew 1/4 to 1/2 turn anticlockwise.
Start the engine again .

Engin runs but the chain is not running

Examine the brake pad (brake off).
Examine the choke position(fully close).
Examine the saw chain.Make sure chain still in the drive sprocket.

Engine runs but clutch cover smokes

Examine the brake pad (brake off).
Examine the saw chainMake sure chain still in the drive sprocket.The drive sprocket will melt turbineThe brake spring will melt clutch

Adjusting the automatic oiler

The oiler automatically delivers the properamount of oil to the guide bar and saw chain.As the engine speed increases, so does theoil flow.The amount of oil flowing to the guide bar andsaw chain maybe changed by turning theadjustment screw with a small standardscrewdriver.Turn the screw clockwise to decrease oilflow or turn the screw counterclockwiseto increase oil flow

Note: Empty you oil tank when you don’t useIf not the oil will keep coming out.

To start a warm engine

Push the chain brake on.
Open the switch button (1 open /0 stop )
Push the choke control in fully.
Pull the starter rope handle until the enginestarts.
Pull the brake off
Pull the throttle trigger
Use the product.

To stop the engine

Push the stop switch(0) to stop the engine.

Note: Stop engine (0 )Open engine (1 )

To fell a tree

Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails,staples and wire from the tree.
Make a notch 1/3 the diameter of the tree,perpendicular to the direction of the fall.
Make the lower horizontal notch cut. Thiswill prevent either the saw chain or theguide bar from being pinched when thesecond notch is made.
Make the felling back cut (X) at least 50mm (2 in) higher than the horizontalnotching cut. Keep the felling back cutparallel to the horizontal notching cut soenough wood is left to act as a hinge. Donot cut through the hinge. The hinge woodkeeps the tree from twisting and falling inthe wrong direction.
As the felling back cut nears the hinge, thetree starts to fall. Make sure that the treecan fall in the correct direction and not rockrearward and pinch the saw chain. Stop thecut before the felling back cut is completeto prevent this. Use wedges of wood,plastic or aluminium to open the cut and letthe tree fall along the necessary line of fall.
When the tree begins to fall, remove theproduct from the cut, stop the engine, putthe product down, then use the retreat pathplanned. Be alert for overhead limbs fallingand watch your footing.

To limb a tree

Use larger limbs to hold the log off the ground.
Remove small limbs in one cut.

3. Cut branches that have tension from the bottom to the top to prevent pinching the saw chain or the guide bar.

To buck a log

CAUTION: Do not let the sawchain touch the ground.

• If the log is supported along its entire length, cut from the top of the log (known as overbucking).

If the log is supported on one end, cut 1/3the diameter from the underside of the log(known as underbucking)
If the log is supported on both ends, cut 1/3 the diameter from the top. Complete the cut by underbucking the lower 2/3 of the log tomeet the first cut.
If you buck a log on a slope, always standon the uphill side of the log. Cut throughthe log while you maintain complete controlof the product, then release the cuttingpressure near the end of the cut whilefirmly gripping the rear handle and fronthandle.

WARNING: Read and understandthe safety chapter before you clean,repair or do maintenance on the product.

Maintenance schedule

Make sure that you obey the maintenanceschedule. The intervals are calculated fromdaily use of the product. The intervals aredifferent if you do not use the product eachday. Only do the maintenance work that isfound in this manual. Speak to an approvedservice center about other maintenance worknot found in this manual.Daily maintenance

Clean the external surfaces.
Make sure that the lockout and trigger workcorrectly.
Clean the chain brake and make sure thatit works correctly.
Examine the chain catcher for damage.Replace the chain catcher if it is damaged.
Turn the guide bar daily for more evenwear.
Make sure that the lubrication hole in theguide bar is not clogged.
Clean the guide bar groove.
Make sure that the guide bar and sawchain get sufficient oil.
Examine the saw chain:• for cracks in the rivets and links.• for abnormally worn rivets and links.• for correct tension.If necessary, replace the saw chain.
Sharpen the saw chain.
Examine the clutch center, clutch drum andclutch spring for wear.
Clean the spark plug. Make sure that theelectrode gap is correct.
Clean the external surfaces of thecarburetor and its adjacent areas.
Examine the fuel filter and the fuel hose.Replace if necessary.
Examine the drive sprocket for excessivewear and replace if necessary.
Clean the air intake of the starter unit.
Make sure that the nuts and screws aretight.
Make sure that the stop switch workscorrectly.
Examine the engine, tank and fuel lines forfuel leaks.
Make sure that the saw chain does notrotate when the engine is idling.

Weekly maintenance

Make sure that the cooling system workscorrectly.
Make sure that the starter, starter cord andreturn spring work correctly.
Make sure that the vibration dampingelements are not damaged.
File off any burrs from the edges of the guide bar.
Clean or replace the spark arrestor screenon the muffler.
Clean the external surfaces of thecarburetor and its adjacent areas.
Clean the air filter. Install a new air filter if itis damaged or too dirty to be fully cleaned.

Yearly maintenance

Examine the spark plug.
Clean the external surfaces of thecarburetor and its adjacent areas.
Clean the cooling system.
Examine the spark arrester mesh.
Examine the fuel filter.
Examine the fuel hose for damage.
Examine all cables and connections.

Intermittent maintenance

Have an approved service center repair orreplace the muffler after 50 hours ofoperation.
Do maintenance on the spark plug when:• the power level in the engine is low.• it is hard to start the engine.• the engine does not work correctly atidle speed.
Do a check of the saw chain lubricationeach time you refuel.

To adjust the idle speed

Make sure that the air filter is clean and the airfilter cover is attached before you adjust theidle speed.

Turn the idle adjustment screw, which isidentified with a “T” mark, clockwise untilthe saw chain starts to turn.
Turn the idle adjustment screw, which isidentified with a “T” mark, counterclockwiseuntil the saw chain stops.
The idle speed must be below the speedwhen the saw chain starts to turn. The idlespeed is correct when the engine operatessmoothly in all positions. Note:If the carburetor mixture adjustment setting isincorrect . Please speak to after sell service .

To clean the spark arrester screen. Use a wire brush to clean the sparkarrester screen.

To do maintenance on the spark plug

CAUTION: Use the recommendedspark plug. Make sure that thereplacement is the same as themanufacturer supplied part. An incorrect spark plug can causedamage to the product.

If the product is hard to start or operate,examine the spark plug for unwantedmaterials. To decrease the risk ofunwanted material on the spark plugelectrodes:a) make sure that the idle speed iscorrectly adjusted.b) make sure that the fuel mixture iscorrect.c) make sure that the air filter is clean.
Clean the spark plug if it is dirty. Make surethat the electrode gap is correct.
Replace the spark plug when it isnecessary.

To clean the air filter

Remove the air filter cover and remove the air filter.
Clean the air filter with warm soap water.Make sure that the air filter is dry before you install it.
Replace the air filter if it is too dirty to fullyclean it. Always replace a damaged air filter.

To sharpen the saw chainThe cutterThe cutting part of the saw chain is called thecutter and consists of a cutting tooth (A) andthe depth gauge (B). The cutters cutting depthis determined by the difference in heightbetween the two, the depth gauge setting (C).

When you sharpen a cutting tooth there arefour important factors to remember:

Filing angle.

• Cutting angle.

• File position.

• Round file diameter.

To sharpen the cutting teethUse a round file and a file gauge to sharpenthe cutting teeth.information on the recommended dimension of

To sharpen the cutting teeth

se a round file and a file gauge to sharpenthe cutting teeth. information on the recommended dimension ofthe file and gauge for the saw chain installedon your product.

Make sure that the saw chain is correctlytensioned. A slack chain will movesideways, making it more difficult tosharpen correctly.
File all teeth on one side first. File thecutting teeth from the inside face andreduce the pressure on the return stroke.
Turn the product over and file the teeth onthe other side.
File all the teeth to the same length. Whenthe length of the cutting teeth is reduced to4 mm (5/32″) the saw chain is worn out andmust be replaced.

To adjust the depth gauge settingSharpen the cutting teeth before you adjustthe depth gauge setting. See To sharpen thecutting teeth on page 25. When you sharpenthe cutting tooth (A), the depth gauge setting(C) will decrease. To maintain optimal cuttingperformance, the depth gauge (B) has to befiled down to achieve the recommended depthgauge setting.

Note: This recommendation assumes that thelength of the cutting teeth is not reducedexcessively.

Use a flat file and depth gauge tool to adjustthe depth gauge.

Put the depth gauge tool above the sawchain. Detailed information regarding howto use the depth gauge tool will be foundon the package of the depth gauge tool.
Use the flat file to file off the tip of the depthgauge that protrudes through the depthgauge tool. The depth gauge setting iscorrect when you no longer feel resistanceas you draw the file along the depth gauge tool.