Homelite HCS5150C Original Instructions Manual page 35

Deutsch (Übersetzung der originalen Anleitungen)
soapy water, rinse, and let dry completely.
NOTE: An alternative method is to clean the filter with
compressed air (always wear eye protection to avoid
eye injury).
9. Reinstall the air filter, making sure that the tabs on the
air filter are located in channels on the air filter bottom
before tightening filter retainer screw.
Clean the pre-filter (D) every 25 tanks of fuel or
sooner, if required. Remove the engine cover (3),
starter assembly (E) and the fan housing baffle (F) for
access to the pre-filter in the engine housing.
NOTE: If you use an air hose for drying, blow through
both sides of filter.
WARNING
Never run the engine without the air filter, serious
damage could result. Make sure the air filter is correctly
placed in the air filter cover before reassembly.
CLEANING THE STARTER UNIT
See figure 65.
Use a brush or compressed air to keep the cooling vents
of the starter assembly free and clean of debris.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
See figure 66 - 67.
Clean the engine fins and flywheel fins with compressed
air or a brush periodically. Dangerous overheating of the
engine may occur due to impurities on the engine.
WARNING
Never run the saw without all the parts, including the
drivecase cover and starter housing, securely in place.
Because parts can fracture and pose a danger of
thrown objects, leave repairs of the flywheel and clutch
to trained Homelite service dealer personnel.
NOTE: Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and
amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions,
the exhaust port and silencer may become blocked with
carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your
petrol-powered tool, you may need to remove these
deposits to restore performance. We highly recommend
that only qualified service technicians perform this service.
CHECKING THE FUEL FILTER
See figure 68.
Check the fuel filter (A) periodically. Replace it if
contaminated or damaged.
English (Original instructions)
REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
See figure 69.
This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y with 0.63 mm
(0.025 inch) electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and
replace every six months, or more frequently if necessary.
1. Loosen the spark plug by turning it anticlockwise with
2. Remove the spark plug.
3. Hand thread the new spark plug, turning it clockwise.
NOTE: Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug.
Cross-threading will seriously damage the engine.
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTING SILENCER
See figure 70.
The silencer (A) is equipped with a spark arrester screen
(B). A faulty spark arrester screen can create a fire hazard.
Through normal use, the screen can become dirty and
should be inspected weekly and cleaned as required.
Always keep the silencer and spark arrester on your saw
in good condition.
Silencer surfaces are very hot during and after
operation of the chainsaw. Keep all body parts away
from the silencer. Serious burns may occur if contact is
made with the silencer.
1. Allow the silencer to cool.
2. The spark arrester screen (B) is retained by the
3. Replace the spark arrester screen if it is cracked or
CHAIN BRAKE
See figure 71 - 72.
■ Remove the clutch cover and clean the chain brake
■ Always keep the chain brake mechanism clean (B)
■ Always test the chain brake performance after
■ Check and, if damaged, replace the chain catcher.
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a spanner.
WARNING
deflector (C). Remove the nuts (D) and screen retainer
to access the spark arrester screen.
otherwise deteriorated.
components. Check wear on the brake band (A).
If brake band is worn or deformed, have it serviced
at your nearest authorised service dealer. The band
thickness should not be less than 0.60 mm (0.024
inch), or worn halfway through.
and lightly lubricate the linkage (C).
servicing or cleaning. Refer to "Operation – Operating
Chain Brake" earlier in this manual for additional
information.