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Challenge PCS38Z Original Manual

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CHALLENGE
37cc Petrol Chainsaw
Original Manual
PCS38Z
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Sat-Sun 11am-4pm
Important
- Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly.
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your
chainsaw, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 01904 727503
prior to returning product to store.
Aug 2016 Rev A

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  • Page 1 CHALLENGE 37cc Petrol Chainsaw Original Manual PCS38Z Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Sat-Sun 11am-4pm Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly. These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your chainsaw, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Information .............................3 In the Box ................................9 Preparing to Operate the Chainsaw.......................10 Operating the Chainsaw..........................14 Maintenance and Storage..........................19 Troubleshooting...............................24 Technical Data..............................25 Disposal................................26 Getting Help..............................26 Guarantee................................27 Customer Helpline 01904 727503 www.gardenservicecentre.co.uk...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operation or maintainance Warning Symbols The following warning symbols appear through this manual and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when operating and maintaining the chainsaw. Before any use, refer to the corresponding paragraph in the present manual. This symbol, before a safety comment, indicates a precaution, a warning or a danger.
  • Page 4 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operation or maintainance Warning Symbols Guaranteed Sound power level data (115dB) in accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC Beware of kickback (recoil). Avoid contact with the tip of the guide bar (chain return point). This will result in kickback of the chainsaw.
  • Page 5 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operation or maintainance General Safety WARNING! - Keep this operating and maintenance manual in a safe place for reference at a later date. - Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. - Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the chainsaw.
  • Page 6 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operation or maintainance Operation WARNING! - Keep all parts of your body away from the saw’s chain when the engine is running. - Before you start the engine, make sure that the chain is not in contact with anything. - Carry the chainsaw with the engine stopped, the chain bar and saw chain facing rearwards, and with the exhaust away from your body.
  • Page 7 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operation or maintainance Operation (continued) - Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for the equivalent purposes.
  • Page 8 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before operation or maintainance Kickback (continued) Beware of the following: Rotary recoil. A = Recoil direction B = Recoil reaction zone Impact/Jamming recoil and pulling reactions When cutting from under an object (See Pic D) using the top of the chain the object may pinch the chain and cause either a forward force on the chainsaw or a rearward force on the object (See Pic C).

  • Page 9: In The Box

    In the Box Tools Parts Chainsaw Screw driver Mixing bottle Plug wrench 40: 1 You will also need 2-Stroke engine oil according JASO FC classic, unleaded fuel and special chainsaw oil. Any parts missing? Call the customer helpline on 01904 727503, most parts can be send out on next day delivery.

  • Page 10: Preparing To Operate The Chainsaw

    Preparing to Operate the Chainsaw Safety features a. LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN: helps significantly reduce kickback, or the intensity of kickback, due to specially designed depth gauges and guard links. b i. CHAIN BRAKE LEVER / HAND GUARD: protects the operator’s left hand in the event it slips off the front handle while saw is running.
  • Page 11 Preparing to Operate the Chainsaw Step 1 - Chain brake mechanical test WARNING! The purpose of the chain brake is to reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback; however, it cannot provide the intended measure of protection if the saw is operated carelessly. Always test the chain brake before using your saw and periodically while on the job.
  • Page 12 Preparing to Operate the Chainsaw Step 2 - Adjust the chain tension Tensioner screw 1a Slightly loosen the chain cover nuts. 1b Take off the blade protector. While holding up the tip of the bar, adjust the chain tension by turning the tensioner screw until the chain engages in the bar channel.
  • Page 13 Preparing to Operate the Chainsaw Step 3 - Filling with Engine Fuel and lubrication 40:1 This product is powered by a 2-Stroke engine and requires pre-mixing of petrol and 2-stroke oil. Mix a high quality 2-Stroke engine oil according JASO FC classic. Do not use automotive oil or 2-stroke outboard oil.

  • Page 14: Operating The Chainsaw

    Operating the Chainsaw Step 1 - Start the engine switch WARNING! Do not start the engine whilst holding the chainsaw in one hand. The saw chain may touch your body. This is very dangerous. 1a Engage the chain-brake (push it forward until an audible click is heard). 1b Set the switch to the “START”...
  • Page 15 Operating the Chainsaw Step 2 - Checking the oil supply NOTE! With the chainsaw fully assembled and adjusted it is important to check the chain oil supply is dispensing adequate lubrication. Chain Chain oil flow increase adjusting decrease After starting the engine, run the chain at medium speed and see if chain oil is being dispensed as shown.
  • Page 16 Operating the Chainsaw How to confirm if the chain brake is functioning correctly 1. Turn off the engine and leave until cold. 2. With the chainsaw on a flat surface and the chain tensioned correctly, engage the chain-brake by pushing it forward until an audible click is heard. Then, wearing protective gloves, attempt to move the chain by hand in the direction of normal rotation if this is not possible the chain brake has been engaged.
  • Page 17 Operating the Chainsaw Step 5 - Sawing WARNING! -Before proceeding to your job, read the “Safety instructions” section. It is recommended to first practice sawing easy logs. This also helps you get accustomed to your unit. Always follow the safety regulations. The chainsaw must only be used for cutting wood. It is forbidden to cut other types of material.
  • Page 18 Operating the Chainsaw Step 7 - Bucking and limbing WARNING! - Always ensure a stable foothold. Do not stand on the log. - Be alert to the rolling over of a cut log. Especially when working on a slope, stand on the uphill side of the log.

  • Page 19: Maintenance And Storage

    Maintenance and Storage List of vulnerable parts Description Models or specifications Spark Plug LD L8RTF/902700 Guide bar 160SDEA041 Saw chain PJ057X Clutch drum 910221 Maintenance after each use WARNING! Before cleaning, inspecting or repairing your unit, make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool.
  • Page 20 Maintenance and Storage How to Replace the Saw Direction of chain 1a Pull the chain-brake back and ensure that it has been released. (the chain cover can only be removed with the chain-brake disengaged) 1b Then remove the securing nuts and the chain cover 1c Fit the chain around the bar ensuring that the direction of the chain is as depicted in the picture on the bar.
  • Page 21 Maintenance and Storage How to Replace the Saw (continued) 7. While holding up the tip of the bar, adjust the chain tension by turning the tensioner screw until the chain engages in the bar channel. When tensioned correctly it should be possible to pull one full chain link free of the bar channel with ease.
  • Page 22 Maintenance and Storage Maintenance of the saw chain and chain bar NOTE! It is very important for smooth and safe operation to always keep the cutters always sharp. The cutters need to be sharpened when: 1. Sawdust becomes powder-like. 2. Cutting requires extra force. 3.
  • Page 23 Maintenance and Storage Maintenance of the saw chain and chain bar (continued) After every cutter has been set, check the depth gauge and file it to the proper level as illustrated. Make sure every cutter has the same length and angle as illustrated. Chain Bar 1.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting CAUTION! - Always switch off the engine and pull the ignition cable before starting any inspection or adjustment work. - If, after making an adjustment or repair to the engine, you let it run for a few minutes, remember that the exhaust and other parts will get hot.

  • Page 25: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Table Engine displacement 37.2 cm Maximum engine capacity 1.3 kW Bar length 40 cm Cutter rail length 37 cm Chain gauge (0.050˝), 1.27 mm Idling speed 3300 rpm Maximum speed with cutting equipment 11500 min Chain speed 16.7m/s Fuel tank capacity 270 ml...

  • Page 26: Disposal

    Disposal Disposal Instructions The chainsaw and its accessories are made of various recyclable materials. Dispose of the chainsaw in accordance with your local recycling regulations. Getting Help Customer Helpline 01904 727503 Our dedicated UK based customer helpline is open 7 days a week to assist you with assembly, parts queries and technical support.

  • Page 27: Guarantee

    Guarantee Dear Customer, In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our Customer service department on the telephone number shown below. 1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory warranty rights. Claims must be accompanied by Proof of Purchase.

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