Unit Description; Specifications - Shindaiwa 490 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Unit Description

IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described
in this manual are intended to help
you get the most from this unit and
also to protect you and others from
harm. These procedures are general
guidelines only, and are not intended to
replace any additional safety rules or
laws that may be in force in your area.
If you have any questions regarding
your Shindaiwa chain saw, or if you
do not understand something in this
manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will
be glad to assist you. For additional
information, you may also contact
Shindaiwa Inc. at the address printed
on the back of this manual.
Tools Included
n Spark plug/13 mm socket wrench
(Scrench).
WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized
modifications to this saw,
guide bar, or chain!
IMPORTANT!
The terms "left", "left-hand", and
"LH"; "right", "right-hand", and "RH";
"front" and "rear" refer to directions as
viewed by the operator during normal
operation.
WARNING!
Replacement chain for this
saw must meet applicable
ANSI B175.1 kickback performance
requirements and/or be designated
as "low kickback chain" per ANSI
B175.1.1-2000 standards.

Specifications

Model Name .......................................................................490
Displacement ............................................................. 47.9 cm
Bore X Stroke .......................................................43 x 33 mm
Engine Type ....................................
Cooling System .......................................................
Carburetor ....................................
Fuel ................................................................Gasoline 2-cycle
Fuel Tank Capacity ...................................... 20.3 oz (600 ml)
Oil Tank Capacity ......................................... 10.2 oz (300 ml)
Recommended Bar Size .............. 16" (40 cm), 18" (45 cm),
Recommended Bar Type ......................... Sprocket nose bar
Recommended Chain Type ......................
*Specifications subject to change without notice.
6
Guide Bar
Chain
Bar and Chain
Oil Filler Cap
Rear Handle
Rear Hand
Guard
Clutch Cover
Using the accompanying illustrations as
a guide, familiarize yourself with your
machine and its various components.
RECOMMENDED BAR AND CHAIN COMBINATIONS
CHAIN TYPE:
PART NUMBER:
GUIDE BAR:
PART NUMBER:
3
2-cycle, vertical cylinder,
Air-cooled
Forced air
Diaphragm (Walbro) HDA
mixing oil mixture 50:1
20" (50 cm)
Oregon type 33SL,
pitch 0.325", gauge 0.050"
Brake Lever
Hand Guard
Front Handle
Starter Handle
Chain Brake
Bar Nut(s)
Chain Catcher
Oregon
®
33SL (16")
33SL0-66X
16" Pro-Lite
40085-16
Number of Rim Tooth ............................................................7
Specified Pitch of Drive Sprocket ............................... 0.325"
Starting .............................................................. Recoil starter
Stopping ....................................................... Grounding Type
Ignition .........................................Electronic ignition system
Spark Plug .......................................................NGK BPMR7A
Power Transmission ...............Automatic centrifugal clutch
Handle ............................................................... Anti-vibration
Safety Devices ...............
throttle lock, chain brake and chain catcher
Chain Lubrication .................Automatic adjustable flow rate
Chain Oil ................... Shindaiwa Premium Bar & Chain Oil
Weight (less bar/chain) ................................10.4 lb (4.7 kg)
Air Cleaner Cover
Master Control Lever
Throttle Lockout
Fuel Filler Cap
Throttle Trigger
Muffler
Spike
Understanding your machine helps
ensure top performance, long service
life, and safer operation.
Oregon Oregon
®
33SL (18") 33SL (20")
33SL0-72X 33SL0-78X
18" Pro-Lite 20" Pro-Lite
38490-18 40084-20
Front hand guard, rear hand guard,
(or equivalent)
®