INTRODUCTION What is covered. • Manufacturing fault or defect. Dear Customer, How to claim under this warranty. Thank you for purchasing this chainsaw which has passed through our extensive quality assurance processes. Every care has been • Call customer service, phone number below. taken to ensure that it reaches you in perfect condition.
COMPLETE WARRANTY STATEMENT – CHAINSAW As soon as you have purchased the chainsaw, we recommend that In the event of SMG choosing to replace the product, the warranty you check to make sure it is intact and that you read the operating will expire at the original date of purchase.
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OPERATING ENVIRONMENT SAFETY ALWAYS use your chainsaw in an open well ventilated area. Do Before attempting to operate this chainsaw the following basic not expose your chainsaw to rain. Do not expose your chainsaw safety precautions should be taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric to direct sunlight.
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MAINTAIN YOUR CHAINSAW WITH CARE CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Follow the instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Before using the chainsaw it should be carefully checked to Keep handles clean, dry and free from oil and grease. Ensure that determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended ventilation slots are kept clean and free from dust at all times.
PERSONAL SAFETY Respiratory Protection Always wear approved breathing protection when decanting fuel. Wear Protective Gear ALWAYS use this chainsaw in a well ventilated area. Never use indoors. Wear protective gear. Always use steel capped safety footwear with non-slip soles, snug-fitting clothing, heavy-duty non-slip gloves, eye WARNING: Do not breathe in exhaust fumes.
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KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PIC. 2 WARNING: Kickback may occur when the moving chain (near the upper quadrant of the bar nose) makes contact with a solid object or the chain is pinched. The reaction of the cutting force of the chain causes a rotational KICKBACK force on the chainsaw in the direction opposite to the chain movement.
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DEVICES FOR REDUCING THE RISK OF To Avoid Kickback KICKBACK INJURY The best protection from personal injury that may result from kickback is to avoid kickback situations. Quickstop Chain Brake 1. Hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands and maintain a secure grip.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not use the chainsaw if you are tired or distracted or your reactions are impaired due to the consumption of alcohol or WARNING: Do not use the chainsaw in areas where there medication. Inattention can result in serious injuries. is a risk of explosion or fire from combustible materials.
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Important MIXING 2-STROKE FUEL Experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to 1. Use only unleaded petrol (ULP) and 2 Stroke oil. separation and formation of acids during storage. Ratio 25:1. 40mls 2 Stroke oil to 1 litre unleaded fuel. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in 2.
COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS (PIC. 5) Guide bar Chain Chain guard cover (Not shown) Chain brake / Hand guard Claw stop Sprocket wheel cover Guide bar bolts/screws Chain adjustment screw Front handle 10. Rear handle 11. Recoil starter 12. Oil tank cover 13.
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ASSEMBLY Claw Stop Assembly (PIC. 6) Unpacking PIC. 6 Note: Carefully unpack your chainsaw. Dispose of all packing material in an environmentally responsible manner. Remove from plastic bag. Note: Plastic bags can be a danger to young children, dispose of immediately.
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Fit the saw chain IMPORTANT! The chain must not slip off the guide bar. The chain links must be positioned precisely between the teeth of the • Lay out the chain in a loop. Ensure that the cutting claws sprocket wheel. The chain adjustment tang on the sprocket wheel point in a clockwise direction.
CHAIN TENSION PIC. 12 WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling the chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving. Note: When adjusting chain tension, make sure the chain bar nuts are finger tight only. Attempting to tension the chain when the chain bar nuts are tight can cause damage.
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CHAIN BAR OIL & LUBRICATION Oil tank capacity - 210ml Either use a quality proprietary chain bar oil or 10-30W motor oil. PIC. 15 NOTE: Only use clean fresh oil, dirty oil will damage the chain and bar. The service life of the chain bar depends on good lubrication. We recommend using a good quality chain bar oil, otherwise it will result in damage to the bar, the chain and oil pump.
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Adjusting the Tension (Pic. 17, 18 and 19 ) PIC. 17 Chain tension is very important. The chain will stretch during use. This is especially true during the first few times you use your chainsaw. Always check chain tension each time you use and refuel your chainsaw.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL POSITIONING AND OPERATION You are responsible for safety in the area in which you are working. Pre - Operation Preparation • Wear suitable work clothing such as gloves, safety helmet, goggles Note: If unit has previously been used, the motor, muffler and or safety visors and long trousers made of strong material.
RESIDUAL RISKS PIC. 21 Even when used properly there is always some residual risk that can not be excluded. From the nature and design of the tool, the following potential hazards can be derived : • Contact with the unprotected chain (cuts); •...
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Starting a Warm Engine The chain brake should be replaced by an authorized service agent if any part is worn to less than 0.5mm (0.020”) thick. 1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position. Caution: The chain brake must be checked several times daily. The 2.
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SUGGESTED TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES OPERATING TIPS (PIC. 25) You are responsible for safety in the area in which you are working. Wear suitable work clothing such as gloves, safety helmet, goggles Note: If unsure about chainsaw operation we suggest doing a or safety visors and long trousers made of strong material.
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PIC. 25 Felling Large Trees (15cm / 6 inches) in diameter or larger) The notch method is used to fell large trees. A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the desired direction of fall. After a felling cut is made on the opposite side of tree, the tree will tend to fall into the notch.
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CUTTING A FALLEN TREE (BUCKING) PIC. 28 PIC. 28 Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen tree to the desired log size. Important Points • Cut only one log at a time. • Cut shattered wood very carefully, sharp pieces of wood could be flung toward operator.
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Bucking Without a Support (Pic. 31) PIC. 31 • Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the log. • Roll the log over and finish with a second overcut. • Watch for logs with a compression side to prevent the chainsaw from pinching.
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LIMBING AND PRUNING PIC. 34 Important Points • Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly gripped on the chainsaw. Maintain secure footing and balance. • Watch out for spring poles. Spring poles are small size limbs which can catch the chainsaw chain and whip toward you or pull you off balance.
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MAINTENANCE Check the condition of guide bar each time chain is sharpened. A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult. Warning: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance After each use , ensure ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position, then except for carburettor adjustments.
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8. Replace Spark Plug PIC. 36 This engine uses a Torch L7RTC or NGR BPMR7A with 0.6-0.7mm electrode gaps. The spark plug should be replaced each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. 1. Loosen black thumb screw on cylinder cover. (Pic. 36) 2.
STORAGE Warning: Perform the following steps after each use: • Allow the engine to cool and secure the unit before storing or transporting. • Store chainsaw and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapours cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SERVICE LOG Purchase Date Place of Purchase This Service is to be complete within 12 hours or This Service is to be complete within 36 hours or 3 months of purchase, which ever comes first. 6 months of purchase, which ever comes first. Replace Check &...
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