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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Using an engine indoors
CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside
a home or garage,
EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
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improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
Only use OUTSIDE
and far away from
windows, doors,
and vents.
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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
The emissions control system for this Engine is warranted for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and by the California Air Resources Board (also known as CARB). For warranty information, refer to the last pages of this manual. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436... - Page 3 Always use two hands when Risk of Fire while handling fuel. operating the chainsaw. Do not smoke while handling fuel. WARNING marking concerning Saw Chain Orientation. Cutters must face in direction of rotation. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3...
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Page 4: Safety
6. Never store fuel or other flammable equipment. Do not use while tired or under the materials near the engine. influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436... - Page 5 5. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess to evaporate before starting engine. To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5...
- Page 6 10. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback. Figure A: Holding the Chain Saw Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436...
- Page 7 These carry important safety information. which cannot be built into this product, If unreadable or missing, contact but must be supplied by the operator. Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7...
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Page 8: Setup
ANSI B175.1-1991 when tested on a hand strikes the Hand Guard / C hain Brake Lever representative sample of chainsaws. and pushes it forward, stopping the Chain. Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436... - Page 9 Front Handle Choke Knob Chain Guide Bar Trigger Lockout Saw Chain Oil Tank Starter Handle Fuel Tank Stop Engine Switch Guide Bar Sheath Trigger Spiked Bumper Drive prime Bulb Cover ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 9...
- Page 10 Cover is snug, but not tight. Tension the Saw Chain following the steps in Checking Saw Chain Tension and Adjusting Saw Chain Tension on page 11. Drive Cover Figure B: Installing Guide Bar and Chain Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436...
- Page 11 2 through 5 under Checking Saw Chain Tension above. Chain Chain If needed, repeat the adjusting steps Guide Bar Guide Bar to achieve the correct tension. Figure E: Adjusting Saw Chain Tension ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11...
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Page 12: Operation
Fill the engine with the proper amount and type of unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle oil mixture. c. Fill the oil tank with the proper amount and type of bar and chain oil. Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436... - Page 13 Firmly grasp the Starter Handle and pull it rapidly until the Engine sputters. Note: Do not let the Starter Handle snap back against the Engine. Hold it as it recoils so it doesn’t hit the Engine. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 13...
- Page 14 Release the Trigger. b. Let Engine idle for 3 – 5 minutes. c. Press the Stop Engine Switch. NOTICE See Long-Term Storage on page 23 for complete storage instructions. Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436...
- Page 15 Chain Guide Bar Sheath. Store the tool indoors encircling the handle as shown in Figure I. out of children’s reach. See Long-Term Storage on page 23 for complete storage instructions. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 15...
- Page 16 When the tree begins to fall remove the chainsaw from the cut, stop the motor, put the chainsaw down, then use the retreat path planned. Be alert for overhead limbs falling and watch your footing. Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436...
- Page 17 (underbuck). Then make the finished cut by overbucking to meet the first cut. cut overbuck (2/3 diameter) to meet 1 cut (to avoid pinching) cut underbuck (1/3 diameter) to avoid splintering Figure N: Log Supported One End ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17...
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Page 18: Warranties
Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree. Stand on uphill side when cutting because log may roll Figure p: Bucking a Log Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436... -
Page 19: Maintenance
See Long-Term Storage on 3. IF THE SAW CHAIN BECOMES LOOSE, adjust page 23 for complete storage instructions. the Saw Chain tension as described under Adjusting Saw Chain Tension on page 11. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19... - Page 20 Deburr Guide Bar as needed. Monthly Maintenance: Clean Chain Oil Tank. If Worn or Damaged: a. Replace Chain Guide Bar if it becomes worn, bent or damaged. b. Sharpen or replace Saw Chain. Page 20 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436...
- Page 21 Figure T: Worn Guide Bar nose sprocket at the ports with grease. Figure R: Cleaning and Lubricating Guide Bar 4. Reverse the Guide Bar when replacing the Saw Chain to prevent uneven wear. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 21...
- Page 22 To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine 7. Reattach the Spark Plug Cap securely. while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. Page 22 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436...
- Page 23 Running e. Replace Fuel Tank Cap and tighten securely. the Engine with an improper mixture WILL permanently damage the Engine. Use freshly mixed fuel when starting the Engine after storage. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 23...
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Page 24: Troubleshooting
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.). 5. Incorrect compression. 5. Diagnose and repair compression. (Use Engine will not start: COMpRESSION RELATED section.) Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine. Page 24 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436... - Page 25 1. Adjust Saw Chain tension. Chain running hot 2. Oil Tank empty. 2. Check/refill Oil Tank. and smoking. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 25...
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Page 26: Parts List And Diagram
Pin 3.05 x 9 Reset Device Secondary Pull-Rod Spring Main Level Case Body Sealing Plate Clump Weight Level Pin Φ5 x 1 0 Clump Weight Spring Right Crankcase Clump Weight Page 26 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436... - Page 27 Cable Accelerator Cutting System Handle Cover Chain Guide Bar Tapping Screw St4.8 x 1 2 Saw Chain Front Handle Guide Bar Sheath Tapping Screw St4.8 x 1 6 ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 27...
- Page 28 Assembly Diagram Page 28 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436...
- Page 29 Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Specify UPC 792363574365 when ordering parts. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 29...
- Page 30 The warranty repairs or replacement should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact HFT product support at 1-888-866-5797 or productsupport@harborfreight.com. Page 30 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 57436...
- Page 31 18. Carburetor Purge Port Connector *Note: As they relate to the evaporative emission control system. HFT provides with each product written instructions for the maintenance and use of the product by the owner. ITEM 57436 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 31...
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Hi, I recently bought a Portland gas chainsaw a little over a month ago. It is working ok but today the choke knob fell off and whatever piece around the knob is lost as well. Can I get those 2 parts?
i need to install part for drive cover can not to connect chainsaw adjustment and brake