Thank you for purchasing Ratnagiri impex chain saw which is one ● Always wear an approved safety helmet when felling of the finest and most advanced chain saws today’s technology can trees and removing branches. produce. Before you begin using it, please read this manual carefully ●...
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● Never remove any of its components and never use a dam- ●When not in use put the chain saw down in such a aged or incomplete machine. Never modify any of the machine manner that there is no risk of injury. components.
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● Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the equivalent. Model No. Ratnagiriimpex Ratnagiriimpex Ratnagiriimp AM-CS-5918WC AM-CS-5918HC AM-CS-5922HC ● If possible, use a log stand for cutting loose logs. Engine Type 2-stroke, air-cooled 2-stroke, air-cooled...
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ASSEMBLY OF CHAIN SAW Warning Symbols CAUTION: The saw chain has very sharp edges. Always use safety gloves when assembling the chain. Your chain saw package contains the following items as illustrated in figure 1. Assemble the guide bar and the saw chain on the pow- er unit as follows: 1.
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NOTE: Pay attention to the correct direction of the saw chain. The cutting teeth on the upper side of the bar must point in the forward direction (Fig.7) 7. Adjust the position of chain tensioner screw on the chain cover to the lower hole of guide bar (Fig.3b) If necessary, adjust the tensioner screw until the tensioner bolt is seated in the lower hole in the bar.
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FUELLING 1. This product is equipped with a 2-stroke engine which requires 2-stroke lubricating oil to be pre-mixed with petrol. Mix both thoroughly (as per fuel-mix ratio) in a separate container. Always prepare the fuel-mixture and refuel the chainsaw outside in a well ventilated environment. 2.
4. Always stop the engine before refueling. Do not smoke or Check the sharpness of the chain every time before using light any flames while refueling. the chain saw. Sharpening a chain requires experience and 5. Wipe off any fuel that may have spilled. Start the engine specialised knowledge, therefore it is recommended that away from the place where it was refueled.
It is extremely important that the chain brake be checked STARTING COLD ENGINE for proper operation before each use and that the chain is sharp. Removal of the safety devices, inadequate main- 1. Fill fuel (Fig.10-No.12) and chain oil (Fig.10-No.13) tanks tenance, or incorrect replacement of the bar or chain may respectively, and tighten the caps securely (refer to the “FU- increase the risk of serious personal injury due to kickback.
6. While holding the chain saw securely on the ground CHECKING OIL SUPPLY (Fig.11), pull the starter cord (Fig.10-No.3) three times fully. After starting the engine, run the chain at medium speed The engine might start. and observe if chain oil is sprayed off (Fig.12). WARNING: Keep clear of the saw chain as it will start rotat- First switch off the engine, wait for the chain to stop and ing upon starting of the engine.
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1. Stop engine and screw in both H and L needles clockwise Decide the felling direction of the tree by considering the until they stop. Do not force them. wind, lean of the tree, location of heavy branches, ease of 2.
CUTTING THE LIMB OF A FALLEN TREE (Fig.19) Before starting work, check the direction of bending force inside the log to be cut. Then make the initial cut from the bent side (Fig.19 No.1) and finish by sawing from the oppo- site side (Fig.19 No.2).
Air filter Oil level and lubrication Clean air filter regularly. Unscrew air filter knob (Fig.10 No.4) Check the oil level and lubrication after every use. Insufficient and remove air filter cover (Fig.10 No.5) and remove filter oil and lubrication leads to damage to the chain, bar and en- (Fig.21).
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Chain oil tank With a wire hook, take out the oil filter through the oil filler port (Fig.10 No.13) and clean in gasoline. When putting the filter back into the tank, make sure that it is positioned in the front right corner.
Your cutters need to be sharpened when Guide Bar -Sawdust becomes powder-like. Reverse the bar occasionally to prevent partial wear. -You need extra force to saw in. The bar rail should always be a square. Check for wear of the -The cut way does not go straight.
Fuel Related: Fuel Related: TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE 1.Choke not in start 1. Move choke to start position if engine is cold. position, especially with cold engine. 2.Use only fresh 90+ octane unleaded WARNING: Stop the engine and allow the chain saw to cool 2.Low quality or deteriorated, old gasoline in proper mixture with 2-stroke engine oil.
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SL NO. PART NOD ESCRIPTION AM-CS-5918/22-01 shoe block AM-CS-5918/22-02 retainer AM-CS-5918/22-03 clutch extension spring AM-CS-5918/22-04 tightener AM-CS-5918/22-05 tightener screw AM-CS-5918/22-06 tightener gear wheel AM-CS-5918/22-07 brake spring cover AM-CS-5918/22-08 screw AM-CS-5918/22-09 washer AM-CS-5918/22-10 shock absorption rubber washer AM-CS-5918/22-11 clip AM-CS-5918/22-12 brake guard torsion rod spring AM-CS-5918/22-13 front guard tube AM-CS-5918/22-14...
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AM-CS-5918/22-31 main lever AM-CS-5918/22-61 balancer AM-CS-5918/22-32 starter cover AM-CS-5918/22-62 balancer block AM-CS-5918/22-33 L H jacket AM-CS-5918/22-63 fuel pipe AM-CS-5918/22-34 rope guide cover AM-CS-5918/22-64 cover fan AM-CS-5918/22-35 starter rope AM-CS-5918/22-65 front handle AM-CS-5918/22-36 starter coil spring AM-CS-5918/22-66 Idle adjustment guide sleeve AM-CS-5918/22-37 starter handle AM-CS-5918/22-67...
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AM-CS-5918/22-121 right crankshaft case AM-CS-5918/22-91 piston AM-CS-5918/22-122 right shock absorption rubber AM-CS-5918/22-92 piston pin circlip AM-CS-5918/22-123 air intake washer AM-CS-5918/22-93 piston pin AM-CS-5918/22-124 air intake tube support AM-CS-5918/22-94 needle bearing clip AM-CS-5918/22-125 air intake tube support gasket AM-CS-5918/22-95 needle bearing AM-CS-5918/22-126 air intake flange AM-CS-5918/22-96...
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