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Greenlee 43179 Limb-Lopper Operation, Service And Parts Instruction Manual

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OPERATION, SERVICE AND PARTS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Limb-Lopper
TM
by
43179
PISTOL GRIP CHAIN SAW
Read and understand this material before
operating or servicing this tool. Failure to
understand how to safely operate the tool
could result in an accident causing serious
injury or death.
999 1304.6 REV 2
©1997 Greenlee Textron
6/97

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  • Page 1 PISTOL GRIP CHAIN SAW Read and understand this material before operating or servicing this tool. Failure to understand how to safely operate the tool could result in an accident causing serious injury or death. 999 1304.6 REV 2 ©1997 Greenlee Textron 6/97...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5043179.0 Chain Saw - Exploded View ... 28 APPENDICES Appendix A - SAE J1273 May 1986 ...30-31 Additional or replacement manuals may be obtained from your Greenlee Fairmont distributor. When tool is received, complete the following record: SERIAL NUMBER: ____________________________...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Safety is a critical factor in the design of Greenlee equipment. The best program starts with a safety-conscious operator. The information highlighted in this bulletin describes operating practices for the benefit of the workers who will use our equipment in their daily jobs.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Failure to wear eye protection can result in serious eye injury from flying debris or hydraulic oil. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw • Do not change accessories, inspect, adjust or clean tool when it is connected to a power source.
  • Page 5 Note: Keep all decals clean and legible. Replace decals when necessary with new decals listed in the Parts section of this manual. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw 4455 Boeing Drive, Rockford, IL 61109...

  • Page 6: Description

    G. Sprocket Cover H. Drive Sprocket (inside of sprocket cover) Q. Hydraulic Gear Motor I. Trigger Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw automatic oiler. A heat-insulated (PVC-coated) handle and auxillary handle provide operator comfort. A two- step safety trigger, trigger guard, knuckle guard, and sprocket cover provide operator protection.

  • Page 7: Specifications - Chain Saw

    • Always use saw chains rated for 3600 fpm or higher. Failure to observe these warnings could result in severe injury or death. A saw chain is furnished with the tool. Replacement saw chains are available from Greenlee Fairmont as repair parts. CONTACT AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR. Any saw chain used with this chain saw must meet the following requirements: Pitch ...

  • Page 8: Hydraulic Power Source

    GREENLEE FAIRMONT Specifications — Hydraulic Power Source (cont’d) 200 psi is the maximum agreed standard for the Hydraulic Tool Manufacturers Association (HTMA). Greenlee Fairmont tools will operate satisfactorily at this standard. 1. Maximum hydraulic fluid temperature must not exceed 140˚F (60˚C) at the maximum expected ambient tem- perature.

  • Page 9: Hoses And Fittings

    Hose assemblies and quick connect couplers are available from Greenlee Fairmont as accessories. See bulletin on Couplers and Hoses. Contact an authorized distributor. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw Hose Connections Always stop power source before connecting or disconnecting tool.

  • Page 10: Operation

    Failure to wear eye protection can result in serious eye injury from flying debris or hydraulic oil. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw • Do not change accessories, inspect, adjust or clean tool when it is connected to a power source.
  • Page 11 GREENLEE FAIRMONT Operation (cont’d) Setting the Super Spool™ Position (See Figure 4) The H6200B Chain Saw is equipped with the Greenlee Fairmont patented Super Spool™ to allow the tool to be used with either an Open-Center or Closed-Center hydraulic power system.
  • Page 12 Figure 5 Kickback DANGER ZONE Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw Many factors influence the occurrence and force of the kickback reaction. These include chain speed, the speed at which the bar and chain contact the object, the angle of contact, the conditions of the chain, and other factors.
  • Page 13 3. Do not twist the saw when withdrawing the guide bar from the cut. Figure 7 Pushback Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw Pull-In (See Figure 8) Pull-in occurs when the saw chain on the bottom of the guide bar is suddenly stopped by being pinched, caught or encountering a foreign object in the wood.

  • Page 14: Maintenance Schedule

    Perform a detailed inspection of the system hoses and fittings as stated in Appendix A–S.A.E. Standard J1273, May 1986. Replace the hoses and/or fittings if necessary. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw Automatic Chain Oiler...

  • Page 15: Saw Chain

    3. Hold the guide bar nose (3) up and tighten the two guide bar mounting screws (6). Torque to 150 inch- pounds. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw New Saw Chain Break-in 1. Run the saw at a low chain speed without cutting any wood for 2 - 3 minutes.
  • Page 16 When using a filing guide or hand-held grinder, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions provided with the unit. The Pistol Grip Chain Saw is equipped with the following type of saw chain: See Figure VENDOR...

  • Page 17: Saw Chain

    Figure 12 Filing Cutters Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw 2. See Figure 13. File the cutters on one side of the saw chain from the inside out. File on the forward stroke only.

  • Page 18: Guide Bar

    Figure 17 Guide Bar Rails Good CHAIN IS STRAIGHT CLEARANCE Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw Drive Sprocket and Spacer See Parts illustration. Inspect the drive sprocket and spacer (29) every time the saw chain is removed or at regular intervals.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    The following steps will help to determine the problem area. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw Determine the Problem Area 1. Stop the power source. Disconnect the existing tool from the hoses and power source.
  • Page 20 Troubleshooting (cont’d) PROBLEM Tool inoperative. Tool operates erratically. Tool operates slowly. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw PROBABLE CAUSE Tool connected to improper power source hydraulic system. No hydraulic fluid in system or fluid level low.
  • Page 21 PROBLEM Tool operates slowly. (cont’d) Tool operates too fast. Tool feels hot. Tool leaks hydraulic fluid. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw PROBABLE CAUSE Hydraulic fluid level low. Hydraulic fluid viscosity too heavy. Tool components loose.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Tool operates backwards. Tool operates, but chain does not cut. Power source operates but tool lacks power. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw PROBABLE CAUSE Check for dirt or gummy deposits. Misalignment or binding of control linkage.

  • Page 23: Disassembly

    3. Disconnect hydraulic hoses from tool. Remove lines, fittings or components slowly to release any trapped pressure. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw The disassembly procedure is divided into sections of the tool. Complete disassembly of the tool is seldom necessary.
  • Page 24 Remove the gear (21) from the idler shaft (15). Remove the drive pin (16) from the idler shaft, if necessary. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw 4. Remove the gear (21) and Woodruff key (20) from the drive shaft (17).

  • Page 25: Assembly

    10. Saw Chain (45): Saw Chain must not have exces- sive wear, broken or damaged components. If it does, repair or replace the chain. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw Assembly When assembling parts, refer to Parts illustrations (page 28) for correct orientation and placement of parts.
  • Page 26 (57). One lock washer is installed on each side of the knuckle guard. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw Drive Sprocket and Spacer 1. Install the Woodruff key (39) in the drive shaft (17).

  • Page 27: Assembly

    Needle Bearing Installation SURFACE B MOTOR CAP NEEDLE BEARING SURFACE A MOTOR BODY 0-RING SEAL Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw .047 BELOW SURFACE B .016 BELOW SURFACE A 4455 Boeing Drive, Rockford, IL 61109...

  • Page 28: 5043179.0 Chain Saw - Exploded View

    GREENLEE FAIRMONT Pistol Grip Chain Saw 504 3179.0 Chain Saw — Exploded View 4455 Boeing Drive, Rockford, IL 61109 815/397-7070 Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc.

  • Page 29: Part List

    41642 41381 41981 41324 42006 43391 43392 41114 40789 Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw Part # Description 138454 Saw Head & Motor Assembly ... 1 128708 Saw Head Assembly ... 1 *F015305 O-Ring, 1/2 x 11/16 x 3/32 ... 1 F016728 Bearing ...

  • Page 30: Appendix A - Sae J1273 May 1986

    Additional caution must be observed in hose selec- tion for gaseous applications. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw 2.5 Size - Transmission of power by means of pressur- ized fluid varies with pressure and rate of flow.
  • Page 31 Note: Avoid potential hazardous area while testing. Greenlee Fairmont Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. Pistol Grip Chain Saw 4. MAINTENANCE Even with proper selection and installation, hose life may be significantly reduced without a continuing mainte- nance program.
  • Page 32 Greenlee Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. 4455 Boeing Drive, Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA General Offices: 815/397-7070 Customer Center and Field Service: 800/435-0786 Fax (24 Hour) Customer Center: 800/451-2632 • 815/397-1865 Canada Fax (24 Hour) Customer Center: 800/524-2853 Printed in the U.S.A.

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