McCulloch MacCat SUPER 16 AV User Manual

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# McCULLOCH
USER ,MANUAL
GasolineChainSaws
MANUEL D'UTILISATION
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MANUALDELUSUARIO see.as de Cadena
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16 &V;18 AV
Mace 3210, 3212, 3214, 3216, 3516, 3516 AV,3816 AV,3818 AV
Pro-Mac ®3205 AV, 3505 AV,3805 AV
EagerBeaver ° 2010, 2014, 2016, 2116 AV
Super2316 AV,2318 AV
SilverEagle ®2012 AVS,2012 S, 2014 AVS,2014 S
2016 S, 2116 S, 2116 AVS,2318 AVS
SAFETY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
SECURITE
SEGURIDAD
ENTRETIEN
OPERACION
FONCTIONNEMENT
MANTENIMIENTO
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PN 211619-02
O 1995 McCulloch Corporation • Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 # McCULLOCH USER ,MANUAL GasolineChainSaws MANUEL D'UTILISATION T ron;onneuses _ essence MANUALDELUSUARIO see.as de Cadena de Gasolina _cCaP 16 &V;18 AV Mace 3210, 3212, 3214, 3216, 3516, 3516 AV,3816 AV,3818 AV Pro-Mac ®3205 AV, 3505 AV,3805 AV EagerBeaver ° 2010, 2014, 2016, 2116 AV Super2316 AV,2318 AV SilverEagle ®2012 AVS,2012 S, 2014 AVS,2014 S 2016 S, 2116 S, 2116 AVS,2318 AVS...
  • Page 2 PLEASE READ Desx Customer. 'l]_nk you for purchasing a McCulloch product. Wilh proper operation and maintenance, It will provide you with year| of r.e_,ca, In ord_r to make the best use of your Investment, be CERTAIN Is f_Hlarize yourself with the contents of the ENTIRE user manual before attempting to spin,as m_dmairdl_r, yo_ unit, Be sure IS carefully follow the step-by-step Illustrations in this manual to start, operate end n'mintaJnyour new product...
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS - TABLE DES MATIERES TABLA DE CONTENIDOS 5-3. Re-Slareng a Warm F.ng_e 1 GENERAL INFORMA]ION ....5-4. 1o Stop Engine 1-1. General Ide_Ellcaion 5-5. CHAIN BRAKE" Ope_eGoP,al Test 1-2. Safety Fpalure6 5-6. Saw Chain I Bar Lulxica_on SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....
  • Page 4 1 ° GENERAL INFORMATION - RENSEIGNEMENTS GENERAUX INFORMACION GENERAL 15 19 8 20 18 1-1. GENERAL IDENTIFICATION - IDENTIFICATION DES PRINCIPAUX COMPOSANTS - IDENTIFICACION GENERAL t. GUIDE BAR 1. GUIDE-CHAINE 1. BARRA GUIA 2. SAW CHAIN 2. CHNNE 2, CADENA DE LA SIERRA 3.
  • Page 5 1-2. SAFETY FEATURES Numbers preceding the descr_tions correspond with the numbers on preceding page to help you locale the safety feature. 2 LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN helps significantly reduce kickback, or the intensity of kickback, due to specially designed depth gauges and guard links. 4 SPARI_ ARRESTER SCREEN mlains carbon and other flammable particles over 0.023 Inches (O.6mm) in size from engine exhaust flow.
  • Page 6 2- SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MEASURES DE SECURITE PRECAUCTIONES DE SEGURIDA[. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR CHAIN SAW USERS (ANSI B175.1-1991, Annex C, CAN3-Z62.1-M85 FEB85) 2-1. KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in pinches the saw chain in the cut.
  • Page 7 2. Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and the left ha_, on the front handle, when the engine is running. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling tl chain saw handles.
  • Page 8 DO NOT operate a chain saw when you are fatigued. Use safely footwear, snug-fitting clothing, protective gloves, and eye, hearing and head protection devices. Use caution when handling lueL Move the chain saw at least 10 teat (3 m) Irom the fueling point before starting tile engine.
  • Page 9 13. When cutting a limb that Is under tension, be aled for springbeck so that you will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibers is released. 14. Keep the handles dry, clean, and tree of oil or fuel mixture. 15.
  • Page 10 2-3A 2-3B 2-3. MORE ABOUT KICKBACK WARNING DANGER! BEWARE OF KICKBACK! Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the chain saw and result in serious or fatal injury to the sa operator or to anyone standing close by. Always be alert. Rotational kickback and pinch-kickback are maj_ chain saw operational dangers and the leading cause ol most accidents.
  • Page 11 KICKBACK may occur when the NOSE or TIP of the guide bar touches an object, or when wood closes in and pinches the sew chain In the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning-fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back toward the operator.
  • Page 12 WARNING 1. Beware of kickback. 2. Do not attempt to hold saw with one hand. 3. Avoid bar nose contact. RECOMMENDED 4. Hold saw properly wilh both hands. AVERTISSEMENT I, Attention aux rebonds. 2. Ne passe servir de la trongonneuse d'une seule main. 3.
  • Page 13 3 - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - INSTRUCTIONS POUR MONTAGE INSTRUCCIONES DE ENSAMBLADO 3-1. TOOLS FOR ASSEMBLY You will need) these tools to assemble your chain saw: 1. Combinatfon wrench-screwdriver (contathed in your eser's kit). Heavy duty work gloves (user supplied). 3-2. ASSEMBLY REQUIREMENTS Your new saw may require instedlatfun of •...
  • Page 14 3-3A 3-3B 3-3C .._J "- 3-3D 3-3E CAUTION To ensure the bar and chain receive oil, ONLY USE THE ORIGINAL STYLE BAR with the oil passage hole (.A illuslrated above (Figure 3-3A). 1. Make sure the CHAIN BRAKE e lever is pulled back into the DISENGAGED position (Figure 3-3B).
  • Page 15 3-3F 3-3G 6. Slip the chain around the sprocket (B) behind the clutch (C). Make sure the ',inks lit between the sprocket tee1 (Figure 3-3G). 7. Guide the drive rinks Into the groove (D) and e_ the end of the bar (Figure 3-3G). NOTE: The saw chain may droop slightly on the lower pad of bar.
  • Page 16 3-4A 3-4. SAW CHAII_I TENSION ADJUSTMENT Proper tension of saw chain is extremely important and must be checked beforte starting, as well as during any cuttin, operation. ; Taking the time to make needed adjustments to the saw chain w II result in improved cart ng performance and pmionge chain lt[e.
  • Page 17 3-4B TO ADJUST SAW CHAIN: 1. Hold nose of guide bar up and turn a_ustroent screw (D) CLOCKWISE to increase chain tension. Tuming scr, COUNTERCLOCKWISE will decrease amount of tension on chain. Ensure the chain tits snugly aMthe way arou, Iha guide bar (Figure 3-48).
  • Page 18 3-5A 3-5B WARNING The purpose of the CHAIN BRAK_ is to reduce the possibility of inju_/due to kickback; however, it cannot provide the intended measure of protection _fthe sew is operated carelessly. Always test the CHAIN BRAKE _ before using your saw and periodicaily _vhile on the job. To Test CHAIN BRAKE®: The CttAIN BRAKE °...
  • Page 19 Nevar use straight gasoline in your unit. This wig cause permanent engine damage and void the manufactu_eCs warranty for that product. Never use a fuat mixture that has been stored kx over 90 days. _)lf 2-cyc e ubcicant other than McCunoch Custom Lubricant is to be used, it must be a premium grade oil for 2-cycle air cooled engines mixed at a 40:1 ratio.
  • Page 20 4-4. RECOMMENDED FUELS Some cor_entionsl gasolines are being blended with oxyganetes such as alcohol or an ether compound to meet dean earstandards. Your McCulloch engine is designed to operate setisfactodly on any gasoline intended for automotive use induding oxygenated gasolb_es. 4-5.
  • Page 21 5 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - FONCTIONNEMENT- INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION 5-2A 5-2D 5-2B 5-2C 5-1. ENGINE PRE-START CHECKS Never start or operate the saw unless the bar and chain are properly instailed. 1. Fill the luel tank (A) with correct fuel mixture (Figure 5-1A). FIH Ihe oil lank (B) with correct chain end bar oil (Figure 5-1A).
  • Page 22 5-2G 5-2E ° ...F 5-2J 5-2H 5-2K (Figure 5-2E). 5. Piece saw on e firm, fist surface. Hold saw firmly as shown. Pufi stader rapidly 4 times. Beware of moving chain (Figure 5-2F) tol,'l (F e 6. Move yellow choke lever (D) 7.
  • Page 23 5-3. RE-STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1. Make sure the switch is k_the ON position. 2. Move the choke lever to[/I (HALF). 3. Depress the pdmer bulb 10 times. 4. Sot the throttle latch. 5. Pull Ihe;starter rope rapidly 4 times. The angina should stad. 6.
  • Page 24 5-5A 3, Grasp the rear handle (A) with your right hand (Figure 5-5A). 4. With your left hand, hold the front hendte (B) [not CHAIN BRAKEe lever (C)| Ikmly (Rgure 5-5A). 5. Squeeze the IhrolUe trigger to 1/3 thtotife, Ihon immediately acifvale the CHAIN BRAKEe lever (C) (Figure 5-5A). WARNING Activate the CHAIN BRAKEe slowly and deliberately.
  • Page 25 5-6. SAW CHAIN / BAR LUBRICATION Adequate iobrlcation of the saw chain b essential at all times to minimize friction with the guide bar. Never starve the bar and chain of oil. Running the saw with too litge oil will decrease cutting efficiency, shorten saw chain life, cause rapid dulling of chain, and cause excessive wear of bar from oved,,eating.
  • Page 26 6 - GENERAL CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS - INSTRUCTIONS POUR LA COUPE - INSTRUCCIONES DE CORTADO GENERALES '_A . 6-1. FELLING 6-1A Felling is the term for cutting down a tree. Small trees up to 6-7 inches (15-18 cm) in diameter are usually cut in a single cut.
  • Page 27 6-1B WARNING Do not cut down • tree dudng high or changing winds or if there is e danger to Ixeperty. Consult e tree i_of ess'm_nat. Do not cut down a tree if there is a danger of striking ub'litywires; notify the utility company before making any cuts. GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR FELLING...
  • Page 28 6-1C Never saw completely through the trunk. Always leave a hinge. The hinge guides the tree. If the think is co_letely through, control over the felling direction is lost. Insert a wedge or felling lever in the cut weg before the tree becomes _nstable arid stads to move. This will prevent tfK guldebar from binding in the felling cut if you have misjudged the falling direction.
  • Page 29 6-2A 6-3A 6-2. LIMBING Llmblng a tree is the process of removing the branches from e lagen tree. Do not remove supporting limbs (A) until after the log Is bucked (cut) into lengths (Figure 6-2A). Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain saw.
  • Page 30 6-3C 6-4A 6-4. BUCKING USING A SAWHORSE 2. Log supported on I end: First. col from bottom (under- buck) 1/3 diameter of log to avoid splinledog. Second, For personal safely and ease of cutting, the correct posl cut from above (overbuck) to meet lirst cut and avoid lion Ior vertical bucking is essential (Figure 6-4A).
  • Page 31 7-MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS - ENTRETIEN - INSTRUCCIONES DE MANTENIMIENTO All chain saw service, other than items listed here in your user manual maintenance instructions, should be perlormed by your McCulloch Authorized Service Center. 7-1. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE A good preventive maintenance wogram o_ regular inspection and care will increase life and Improve pedormance of you(McCulloch chain saw.
  • Page 32 7-2A 7-2. AIR FILTER CAUTIONS Never operate saw without the ek t_er. Dust and dirt _ be drawn into en(jkte sad damage it. Keep the air tilter claaurd TO CLEAN AIR FILTER: 1. Remove the top cover (A) by loosening the cover rsteinlng scrsw. Cover will liA off. V_t the ;dr fitter (B) out of _'w-box (C) (Figwa 7-2A).
  • Page 33 7-3A 7-3. FUEL FILTER CAUTION Never operate your saw w_lout a fuel filter. The fuel filter should be replaced after each 20 hours of use. Drain luel tank cernpletely before changing Idtar. 1. Remove the fuel tank cap. Bend a piece of solt wire. Reach Into luel tank opening and hook fuel line.
  • Page 34 7-4A 7-4B 7-4. SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN (Figure 7-4A) NOTE: A clogged spark attester screen wig dramatically reduce engine perfon.nenca. Remove the 2 bar retaining nuts (A) and loosen the 2 screws (B) that secure the CHAIN BRAKE e cover (Figure7- Rern_ve_he_HA_NBRAKEecover.R_m___th_3screws_heth__dthemu__ert_thecytieder-Th_mu__er_i___i! after retaining screws ate removed (F_lure 7-4B).
  • Page 35 7-5A 7-6. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The carburetor was prHet at the facthfy for optimum performance, if fudher adjustments ere necessa_/, please take your unit to the nearest McCulloch Authorized Selvlce Cen_er Ested in the Yellow Pages. 7-7. STORING A CHAIN Stodng a chain saw for longer than 30 days requires storage maintenance. Unless the storage instructions ere f_lowed. fuel remelning in the carburetor will evaporate, leaving gum-like deposits.
  • Page 36 F//m L\I _ E 7-8A 5. Pour 1 teaspoon of dean 2-cycle c_1into the combustion chamber. Pull starter rope slowly several times to coat internal components. Replace spark plug (Figure 7-8A). NOTE: Store the unit in a dly place and away from possible sources of ignition such as a furnace, gas hot water heater, gas dryer, etc.
  • Page 37 8 - BAR I CHAIN MAINTENANCE - ENTRETIEN DU GUIDE-CHAINE CHAINE - MANTENIMIENTO DE !.,4 BARRA / CADENA 8-1. GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE Frequent lubr,lcetlon o_ the guide bee (reJled bee which supports eJld carries the saw chain) sprocket tip is required. Proper maJntet'mnceof the guide bar.
  • Page 38 8-1A 1. Move the STOP switch down. NOTE: It is Pot necessary to remove the saw chain to lubrlcete the guide bar sprocket tip. Lubdcatibn can be done or thejob Cisan the guide bar sprocket tip. Using the Lube Gun (optional), Insert needle Pose Into the lubrication hole and inject grease until it appears al outside edge of sprocket tip (Figure 8-1A).
  • Page 39 OiL PASSAGES - (311 passages on the bar ailouk:l be deaned to ensure proper lubrication of the bat and chain during operation. NOTE: The condition of the oil passages ce_ be easily checked. If Ibe passages are clear, the chain will automatically give off a spray of oil within seconds of starting the saw.
  • Page 40 Adequate kJ_k:atlon of the bat and chaln during cutting operat',ons _ _P_sentkdto mlnk_ze fi_ct',onw_.hthe gV_de bar. Never stelve the bar and chain of lubdcallng oil. Running the saw dry or with too lillle oll will decrease cutting efficiency, shorten saw chain llfe, cause rlq_Id dut!thg of chaln, and lead to excesslve wear 0_ bar {tom ovedleaUng, Too little o(I is evidenced by smoke or bar dlscolomUon.
  • Page 41 )111.'1 { e]_l _lJ :]=IIIP.!_I I.RS qiJ:l:|llf_*l_ii.'l.l "J=[e]p__BEi_ _el=1:1[_|_li_l_e]h_lll_l McCulloch 40:1 2-Cycle Custom Lubricant- Lubrll_mt Sl)6c|ai i 2-Temps McCulloch 40:1 Lubrlcante McCulloch 40:1 de 2-Clclos UNIT SIZE PART NUMBER DIMENSION H! DE REFERENCE TAMANO.DE LA UNLOAD NUMERO DE PARTE ON_ SHOT 3.2 oz. - 9.5 cl ONE SHOT (DOSE UNIQUE) 100 ml (3,2 ft.
  • Page 42 McCULLOCH McCulloch Corporation • P.O. Box 11990 • Tucson, Arizona 85734 McCulloch Canada ° 1770 Appleby Line • Burlington, Ontario L7L 5P8 FOR WARRANTY OR SERVICE CONTACT THE NEAREST_McCULLOCH AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER LISTED UNDER "SAWS" IN YOUR TELEPHONE DIRECTORY YELLOW PAGES. POUR TOUT ENTRETIEN, VEUILLEZ APPORTER VOTRE OUTIL AU CENTRE DE SERVICE APRES-VENTE...

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