CHICAGO 95497 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

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GAS CHAIN SAW

18" - 45cc

Model 95497

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Do to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.

CAUTION!

Your Warranty Is Voided If:

You do not operate the Chain Saw with the proper 25:1 fuel mix in its fuel tank.

Never run the Engine with an improper fuel mix, low or no fuel mix.

Running the Engine with an improper fuel mix, low or no fuel mix, will permanently damage the unit.

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

Visit our Web site at: http://www.harborfreight.com

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form

without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Page 1 GAS CHAIN SAW 18” - 45cc Model 95497 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Do to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. CAUTION! Your Warranty Is Voided If: You do not operate the Chain Saw with the proper 25:1 fuel mix in its fuel tank.
Page 2: Product Specifications
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 2...
Page 3: Personal Safety
Maintain tools with care. Properly maintained tools are less likely to malfunction and are easier to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use” until repaired. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 3...
Page 4: Specific Safety Rules And Precautions
Do not allow children and other unauthorized people to handle or play with the Chain Saw. Children should be kept out of the work area. Also, store the Chain Saw (with spark plug removed) in a location out of reach of children. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 4...
Page 5 A. Make sure the area in which you are cutting is free from obstructions. Do SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 5...
Page 6: Electrical Precautions
Use proper fuel storage and handling procedures. Always have multiple ABC class fire extinguishers nearby. Keep the Chain Saw and surrounding areas clean at all times. When spills of fuel or oil occur, they must be cleaned up immediately. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 6...
Page 7: Mechanical Precautions
For eye contact, immediately flush eyes with clean water. NOISE PRECAUTIONS Prolonged exposure to high noise levels is hazardous to hearing. Always wear ANSI approved hearing protection when operating or working SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 7...
Page 8: Product Features
Rear Handle (22) Air Filter Cover (33) Oil Tank Cap (52) Trigger (64) Choke Lever (65) Front Handle (74) Saw Chain (77) Trigger Lockout Button (62) Guide Bar (76) FIGURE A SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 8...
Page 9: Assembly Instructions
CHAIN BRAKE (28) SAW CHAIN (77) GUIDE BAR NUTS (76) (30) CHAIN TENSIONING SHAFTS PIN HOLES (66) COVER PLATE (52A) CLUTCH SHELL (49A) SPROCKET (50A)-hidden behind 49A CHAIN DIRECTION FIGURE B SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 9...
Page 10: Pre-Start Instructions
Chain Saw. Turn the Screw within the hole clockwise for less oil flow or counterclockwise for more oil flow. FIGURE C OIL TANK CAP (52) SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 10...
Page 11 IMPORTANT: This Chain Saw is equipped with an automatic Chain Brake (28) to stop Saw Chain (77) rotation in the event of an emergency such as kickback while in a cutting operation. (See Figure E, next page.) SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 11...
Page 12 CHAIN BRAKE (28) STARTER HANDLE (44) GUIDE BAR (76) SAW CHAIN CHOKE LEVER (77) (65) TRIGGER LOCKOUT BUTTON (62) REAR HANDLE (22) FRONT HANDLE (74) STOP SWITCH FIGURE E (75A) SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 12...
Page 13 Chain Saw and contact a qualified service technician to make the adjustments. To Stop The Chain Saw: Let up on the Trigger (64). Then turn the Stop Switch (75A) to its “OFF” position. (See Figure E.) SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 13...
Page 14: Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning
Before each use: Inspect the general condition of the Chain Saw. Check mis- alignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, dull or damaged Saw Chain (77) or Guide Bar (76), and any other condition that may affect SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 14...
Page 15 CAUTION! All maintenance, service, or repairs not mentioned in this manual must only be performed by a qualified service technician. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 15...
Page 16: Troubleshooting
ASSUMES ALL RISKS AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 16...
Page 17 Plug Wrench Shroud Guide Bar Screw (M5 x 10) Saw Chain NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 17...
Page 18 Plug Wrench (75) not shown. Guide Bar (76) not shown. Saw Chain (77) not shown. NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 18...
Page 19: Parts List - Engine
Needle Bearing (12 x 15 x 14.5) Case Body Sealing Plate Clutch Shell Damper Sprocket NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 19...
Page 20: Assembly Diagram - Engine
2A 3A 4A 5A 13A 14A 15A 60A 14A 63A 64A 65A NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 20...
Page 21 (d) improper or inadequate maintenance of any warranted parts (e) repairs performed outside of the authorized warranty service dealers alterations by changing, adding to or removing parts from the engine. SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 21...
Page 22: Important Warranty Information
This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353 SKU 95497 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353...