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ITEM # GCS5220
20 INCH
2-CYCLE
CHAINSAW
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been
made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible
condition and situation that may occur. We reserve the right to change this product at any time without
prior notice.
IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE,
DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT!
ATTENTION: 2-CYCLE OIL AND GASOLINE IS NOT INCLUDED
WITH THE TOOL AND MUST BE ADDED BEFORE FIRST USE.
Q U ESTIO N S O R PRO BLEM S? CALL CU STO M ER SERVICE
If you experience a problem, have questions or need parts for this product, call Customer Service at
1-866-460-9436, Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time. A copy of the sales receipt is required.
FOR CONSUMER USE ONLY – NOT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL,
SALES RECEIPT & APPLICABLE WARRANTY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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- Page 1 ITEM # GCS5220 20 INCH 2-CYCLE CHAINSAW INSTRUCTION MANUAL READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.
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Page 2: Symbols On The Machine
Pull out the choke knob to close the choke e. Disregard, as this does not apply to this model. f. The position of H-needle The position of L-needle The position of idle adjusting GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... -
Page 3: Year Limited Warranty
Parts replaced during warranty repairs will be considered as part of the original product and will have the same warranty period as the original product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary state to state. GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... -
Page 4: Recognize Safety Symbols, Words And Labels
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... -
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
THIS IS NOT A TOY. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE OR PLAY WITH THIS EQUIPMENT. Usage: Prolonged exposure to high noise levels can be hazardous to hearing. Always wear ANSI-approved hearing protection when operating or working around the chainsaw when it is running. GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... - Page 6 10 minutes per session, and take 10~20 minutes of rest between work sessions. Also try to keep the total amount of work performed in a single day under 2 hours or less. GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual...
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Page 7: Package Contents
NOTE: A new chain will expand its length at the beginning of use. Check and readjust the tension frequently, as a loose chain can easily derail or cause rapid wear of itself and the guide bar. GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... - Page 8 Keep clear of the saw chain, as it will immediately start rotating upon starting of engine. ■ CHECK CHAIN OIL LEVEL After starting the engine, run the chain at medium speed and see if chain oil is scattered off as shown (IMAGE H). GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual...
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Page 9: Chain Brake
Make a felling cut from the opposite side of the notch and at a level slightly higher than the bottom of the notch. (IMAGE M) When you fell a tree, warn all coworkers and neighbors of the danger. ⑴ Notch cut ⑵ Felling cut ⑶ Felling direction GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... -
Page 10: Maintenance & Care
With a wire hook, take out the oil filter through the filler port and clean in gasoline. When putting the filter back into the tank, make sure that it comes to the front right corner. Also clean off dirt in the tank. (IMAGE S) GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... - Page 11 Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge angles. (IMAGE W) ⑷ Cutter length ⑸ Filing angle ⑹ Side plate angle ⑺ Top plate cutting angle ■ GUIDE BAR Reverse the bar occasionally to prevent partial wear. GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual...
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Page 12: Storage/Transport Procedures
Empty the fuel tank. (See “Emptying the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance/Care” section.) 1 year or more Empty the fuel tank. (See “Emptying the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance/Care” section.) Disconnect the spark plug. GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... -
Page 13: Parts Diagram
PARTS DIAGRAM GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... -
Page 14: Parts List
PARTS LIST GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... - Page 15 PARTS LIST GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual...
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Page 16: Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage
(3) Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in your Owner’s Manual is warranted for the period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... -
Page 17: Emission Warranty Parts List
(4) Catalytic Muffler Assembly (if so equipped) including: (a) Muffler gasket (b) Exhaust manifold (c) Catalytic converter (5) Crankcase Breather Assembly including: (a) Breather connection tube. (6) Fuel tank evaporative emissions control system including: GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... - Page 18 (c) Canister Mounting Brackets (if equipped) (d) Fuel Cap (e) Fuel Tank (7) Miscellaneous items Used in Above Systems including: (a) Switches (b) Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies. (8) Air injection system (if equipped) (a) Pulse valve GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual...
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Page 19: For Safe Operation
Gasoline-powered chain saws must be equipped with a protective device that minimizes chain saw kickback. § § Be cautious of saw kick-back. To avoid kick-back, do not saw with the tip. If equipped, keep tip guard in place. GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual... - Page 20 9. Apply chain brake when the saw is at rest. 10. Avoid the accumulation of debris and keep the chainsaw clean. 11. Never use a chainsaw over or above shoulder height. 12. Allow a hot chainsaw to cool before refilling the fuel tank. GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual...
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Page 21: Potential Hazards
5. Eye injury - Wear eye protection as recommended PPE at all times. 6. Loose clothing, entanglement - Remove jewelry and loose clothing. Wear recommended overalls or Protective Clothing including Chaps and Gloves. 202002 GCS5220 Sportsman 20-Inch Chainsaw Instruction Manual...
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where can I get an oil cap as the other came off and got lost
i have a 20 inch sportsman chain saw series,y1912290717.have bar chain oil leaks from saw while not in use.is their a adjustment for oiler and it's location.