Do you have a question about the PCS-4500 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
Stephen Fuller
March 5, 2025
I need a replacement chain I need to know the size
1 comments:
Mr. Anderson
March 5, 2025
The replacement chain sizes for the ParkerBrand PCS-4500 are 16", 18", and 20". The corresponding model numbers are PCC-1666 for the 16" chain, PCC-1872 for the 18" chain, and PCC-2076 for the 20" chain.
This answer is automatically generated
Summary of Contents for ParkerBrand PCS-4500
Page 1
CLICK TO CHANGE TEXT PETROL CHAINSAW PCS-4500 / PCS-5800 / PCS-6200 OWNERS MANUAL...
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS GENERAL SAFETY .................. This manual has been produced by Parker Products Ltd. and should be kept with the SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE ............ product and referenced for operation, maintenance and troubleshooting. FOR SAFE OPERATION ............... 6-11 WHAT'S IN THE BOX ................This manual contains an overall description of the product, together with all the 14-15 FEATURES...
GENERAL SAFETY SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE FUEL FILLER POINT HIGH SPEED ADJUSTMENT SCREW WARNING! Read and fully understand this user manual before operating the machine. • WARNING! Never allow children to use the machine. • LOW SPEED ADJUSTMENT SCREW • WARNING! The chainsaw has been specially designed for tree maintenance and should only be used by trained operators.
FOR SAFE OPERATION FOR SAFE OPERATION • • IMPORTANT Never start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure When transporting your chain saw, make sure the appropriate guide GLOVES footing, and a planned retreat path from the falling tree - risk of bar scabbard is in place.
Page 5
FOR SAFE OPERATION FOR SAFE OPERATION • Never touch the cover, guide bar, saw chain or nut with bare hands REDUCING THE RISK OF KICKBACK HANDLING FUEL while the engine is in operation or immediately after shutting down • • the engine.
Page 6
FOR SAFE OPERATION FOR SAFE OPERATION • EFFECTS OF VIBRATION Check tools before using them to make sure they have been proper- TRANSPORTING THE CHAINSAW REPLACING SAW CHAIN & GUIDE BAR ly maintained and repaired to avoid increased vibration caused by •...
WHAT’S IN THE BOX BAR COVER CD w/ MULTI-LANGUAGE MANUAL FUEL MEASURING BOTTLE GUIDE BAR SAW CHAIN THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK TOOL KIT ALLEN KEYS SPARK PLUG SPANNER CARRY CASE SCREWDRIVER SPIKE / CHAIN CATCHER + FITTINGS...
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY CHECK THE BRAKE REMOVE THE CHAIN COVER ATTACH THE SPIKE INSTALL THE CHAIN INSTALL THE GUIDE BAR Ensure the brake is disengaged by pulling the handle Remove the brake cover assembly cover by removing Attach the bumper spike (also referred to as the chain Wrap the chain around the sprocket (located behind Install the bar and slide fully towards the sprocket and catcher) using the two (2) socket cap screws and allen...
Page 10
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY ADJUSTING THE TENSIONER REFIT THE BRAKE COVER TENSION THE CHAIN CHECK THE CHAIN Adjust the chain tensioner (see step 8) or bar position Refit the brake assembly cover and use your fingers to While holding the tip of the bar, use a screwdriver or the tool provided to tension the chain. Turn the screw clockwise to Check for smooth rotation of chain after tightening the tighten or anti-clockwise to loosen the chain.
STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE CLOSE CHOKE (COLD START) ENGAGE THE BRAKE FILL THE TANKS FUEL THE PRIMER OPEN CHOKE (WARM START) Oil Cap Fuel Cap Always start the engine with the chain brake engaged. Make sure there is sufficient fuel and oil inside the If your chainsaw is fitted with a fuel primer press the For cold engine starts, close the choke by pulling the For warm engine starts, confirm the choke is open by...
Page 12
STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE SWITCH ON TENSION THE RECOIL START THE ENGINE (COLD) START THE ENGINE (WARM) 1. Make sure that the choke is Set the on/off switch to position “I”. Place the chainsaw on the ground and place your right 1.
CHAIN BRAKE CHAIN BRAKE CORRECT USE OF CHAIN BRAKE The following may interfere with the brake's ability to protect the The chain brake is a device which stops the chain should the operator: chainsaw recoil due to kickback. Normally, the brake is activated automatically by inertial force, however it can also be •...
Page 14
CHAIN BRAKE OIL FLOW TESTING THE BRAKE TESTING THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE ADJUSTING THE OIL FLOW 1. Start the engine. The automatic chain brake stops the chain when kickback occurs. Chain and bar lubricant promotes smooth operation by keeping the chain clean and free-running on the guide bar. Oil will lubri- 2.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE AIR FILTER REMOVING THE SPARK PLUG The spark plug may need removing or replacing after Before cleaning, inspecting or repairing the prolonged use. You may need to clean the electrode or adjust unit make sure the engine is off and cool. the gap to ensure safe operation of your machine.
MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING THE CARBURETTOR CLEANING THE OIL FILTER ADJUSTING THE CARBURETTOR 1. Remove the oil filler cap The carburettor on your saw has been factory set but may require some minor adjustments due to a change in operat- 2. Using a wire hook carefully remove the oil filter as illustrated. ing conditions.
FUEL INSTRUCTIONS FUEL INSTRUCTIONS RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO GASOLINE 25 : OIL 1 HOW TO MIX FUEL FUELLING THE UNIT FOR YOUR ENGINE LIFE, AVOID: • • Gasoline is very flammable. Avoid smoking or bringing any flame or Pay attention to agitation. 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE & CARE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION No spark Replace spark plug Fuel mix Replace with proper fuel Engine will not start Remove and dry the spark plug, then pull the starter again with no Flooded engine choke Fuel mix Replace with proper fuel Visual inspection Complete machine...
MAINTENANCE & CARE MAINTENANCE & CARE Fuel tank Clean Chain sprocket Check Chain oil tank Clean Clean Air filter Chain lubrication Check Replace Inspect, also check sharpness Anti-vibration elements Check Chain Clean Air inlet on fan housing Clean Clean Cylinder fins Clean Check (wear, damage) Carburettor...
Page 20
MAINTENANCE & CARE THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK All accessible screws and nuts Re-tighten (not adjusting screws) Check Chain catcher Replace Decoke after first 100 hours of operation, then Exhaust port every 150 hours of operation Cylinder fins Clean Safety labels Replace...
SPECIFICATIONS / PCS-4500 SPECIFICATIONS / PCS-5800 POWER UNIT POWER UNIT Guide Bar Displacement PCS-5800 58 cm3 Guide Bar Displacement PCS-4500 49.3 cm3 Type Sprocket nose Fuel Mixture (Petrol 25Two-stroke Oil 1) Type Sprocket nose Fuel Mixture (Petrol 25Two-stroke Oil 1)
POWER UNIT AV Technology Ltd. Model/Type: Unit 2, Easter Court, Europa Boulevard, Displacement PCS-6200 61.5 cm3 Guide Bar PCS-4500,, PCS-5800 & PCS-6200 Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 7ZB Notified body number: 1067 Fuel Mixture (Petrol 25Two-stroke Oil 1) Type Sprocket nose Manufacturing Date/Serial Number:...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the PCS-4500 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
I need a replacement chain I need to know the size
The replacement chain sizes for the ParkerBrand PCS-4500 are 16", 18", and 20". The corresponding model numbers are PCC-1666 for the 16" chain, PCC-1872 for the 18" chain, and PCC-2076 for the 20" chain.
This answer is automatically generated