1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 GENERAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS CAUTION! When using machines, safety measures must be complied with in order to prevent injury and damage. Therefore, carefully read this operating manual/these safety notices. If you hand over the machine to others, please also pass on this manual/these safety notices. We are not liable for accidents or damage caused by non-compliance with this manual and these safety notices.
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servicing. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Be concentrated when using the tool. Look at what you do, make sense and do not use the tool when you are tired. Remove the blade guard before using the tool. ...
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For example: do not use it to cut plastic, masonry or construction materials other than wood. Using the chain saw for operations other than those specified may result in hazardous situations. Be careful when using the machine during stormy weather. Do not use the machine during lightning, thunderstorms or in bad weather in general.
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1.5 RESIDUAL RISKS Even if you use this product in accordance with all safety requirements, the potential risks of injury and damage remain. The following hazards may occur as a result of the structure and design of this product: • There are adverse health consequences resulting from the emission of vibrations if the product is used for long periods of time or not properly managed and properly maintained.
2. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS The use of symbols in this manual is intended to draw your attention to possible risks. The safety symbols and the explanations that accompany them must be perfectly understood. The warnings in themselves do not remove the risks and cannot replace correct actions for preventing accidents. Read, understand and follow all warnings.
3. INTENDED USE The chainsaw is designed exclusively for sawing wood. You may only fell trees if you have received the appropriate training. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect usage. DO NOT operate a chainsaw whilst working in a tree. The machine is to be used only for its prescribed purpose.
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This chainsaw uses a 4-stroke engine and does not require the mixing of oil with the fuel. The chainsaw is fitted with ONE lubrication oil tank (15) and ONE chain oil tank (17) and a SEPARATE fuel tank (10).
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6.1 ASSEMBLY OF THE CHAIN BAR AND CHAIN TO THE ENGINE UNIT Do not start the engine until the saw is fully assembled. Always wear protective gloves when handling the chain. 1) Remove the side cover (Fig. 2) a) Make sure the chain brake lever / front hand guard (3) is pulled back into the DISENGAGED position. b) Remove the bar mounting nuts (11) with the spark plug spanner (19).
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moved smoothly but is still closely seated (Fig. 5/pos. X2). Increase the tension by turning the bar fastening pin (Fig. 2/pos. B) in a CLOCKWISE DIRECTION. • When the saw chain is correctly tensioned, hold the tip of the bar upwards and completely tighten the bar fastening pin (Fig.
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2) Filling/Checking the fuel (Fig. 11) Always switch off the engine before fueling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, allow to cool for at least five minutes before adding fuel. Move at least 3 m from refueling site before starting the engine.
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c) Starting the engine when warm (Fig. 12 / 13) (The equipment has been idle for less than 15-20min) • Activate the chain brake lever (3) before starting. • Set the chainsaw down on a firm level flat surface. Hold the saw firmly as shown. Beware of moving chain! •...
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Watch out for broken or dead branches which may fall during sawing and which could cause severe injuries. Do not saw close to buildings or power lines if you do not know in which direction the felled tree will fall. Do not work at night because you can see less well, or during rain, snow and storms because the direction in which the tree will fall cannot be anticipated.
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Do not stand on the log you are currently cutting. The log could roll away and you may lose your footing and control of the device. Do not carry out sawing work on sloping ground. h) Important notices • Only ever saw one log or branch. •...
o) Important notices • Work slowly and hold on to the saw with both hands. Ensure a secure standing position and balance. • Beware of recoiling parts of the tree. Practise extreme caution when cutting small parts of the tree. Flexible material can get caught in the saw-chain and be ejected in your direction or make you lose your balance.
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7.2 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING a) MAINTENANCE All maintenance work on the chainsaw apart from the work described in this manual may only be carried out by authorised after-sales service personnel. Chain brake operational test Test the chain brake periodically to ensure proper function. Perform a chain brake test prior to initial cutting, following extensive cutting.
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The chain bar needs the maintenance described in the following section for the saw to work at an optimum level of performance. The sprocket tip on your new saw has been pre-lubricated at the factory. Failure to lubricate the guide bar sprocket tip as explained below will result in poor performance and seizure, voiding the manufacturer’s warranty.
ca. 4.0 mm 30° 0° 80° 0.64 mm depth stop file Chain tension Check the chain tension frequently and adjust as often as necessary to keep the chain snug on the bar, but loose enough to be pulled around by hand. Oil passages Oil passages on the bar should be cleaned to ensure proper lubrication of the bar and chain during operation.
8.2 TRANSPORT Clean coarse dirt off the equipment with a brush or hand brush. Alway mount the chain guard (20) to the chain bar (1). 9. DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING The equipment is supplied in packaging to prevent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled.
BUILDER ZI, 32 rue Aristide Bergè s – 31270 Cugnaux - France Declares that the machinery designated below: PETROL CHAIN SAW Model RAC49CS4T Serial number: 20211154690- 20211155189 Complies with the provisions of the Directive "machinery" 2006/42/EC and regulations National transposing it;...
12. WARRANTY The manufacturer guarantees the product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the original purchase. The warranty only applies if the product is for household use. The warranty does not cover breakdowns due to normal wear and tear. The manufacturer agrees to replace parts identified as defective by the designated distributor.
13. PRODUCT FAILURE WHAT TO DO IF MY MACHINE BREAKS DOWN? If you bought your product in a store: Empty the fuel tank if your product has one. Make sure that your machine is complete with all accessories supplied, and clean! If this is not the case, the repairer will refuse the machine.
14. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Start-up and setting up of the product. • Damage resulting from normal wear and tear of the product. • Damage resulting from improper use of the product. • Damage resulting from assembly or start-up not in accordance with the user manual. •...
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