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57CC GAS CHAINSAW
97007:
57CC 18" & 22" GAS CHAINSAW
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD,
CADMIUM and Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), which are known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For
more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Please carefully read and save these instructions before attempting to assemble, maintain, install, or operate this product.
Observe all safety information to protect yourself and others. Failure to observe the instructions may result in property
damage and/or personal injury. Please keep instructions for future reference.
For warranty purchases, please keep your dated proof of purchase. File or attach to the manual for safe keeping.
For Customer Service:
Please call 877-713-3189 (Toll Free), or email: Support@fot-usa.com
97006:
97006:
57CC 22" G
57CC 22" GAS CHAINSAW
*Actual product may vary slightly

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  • Page 1 57CC GAS CHAINSAW 97006: 97006: 57CC 22" GAS CHAINSAW 57CC 22" G 97007: 57CC 18” & 22” GAS CHAINSAW WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD, CADMIUM and Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! When using equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating manual with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times.

  • Page 3: Safety Warnings

    SAFETY WARNINGS IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 1. Petrol powered chain saw safety warnings 1. This product is dangerous if used carelessly or incorrectly and can cause serious or even fatal injuries. 2. Read all instructions carefully. When using petrol powered products, always follow stated safety precautions to reduce the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the product.
  • Page 4 14. Do not operate the product if it has faulty safety equipment or damaged parts! 15. Do not under any circumstances modify the product. Modifications can result in serious personal injury or death. 16. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path from the falling tree.
  • Page 5 2. Always use suitable aids such as funnels and filler necks. Do not spill any fuel on the product or its exhaust system. There is a risk of ignition. Remove spilled fuel carefully from all parts of the product. Any residue which may be present must have completely volatilised, before the product is put into operation! 3.
  • Page 6 19. Do not store cans of fuel or refill the fuel tank in any place where there is a boiler, stove, wood fire, electrical sparks, welding sparks, or other sources of heat or fire which might ignite the fuel. 20. If any fuel spillage occurs during refuelling, use a dry rag to wipe up spills and allow remaining fuel to evaporate before turning the engine on again.
  • Page 7 If the chain jams in the cut: STOP THE ENGINE. Do not try to pull the product free. Use a lever to open the cut and free the chain. Failure to do so could result in serious injuries or death. Do only cut with the engine at high speeds.
  • Page 8 21. Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when standing on fixed, secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw. 22. Cut wood only. Do not use the product for purposes not intended. For example: do not use chain saw for cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials.
  • Page 9 Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw.
  • Page 10 6. Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a longer period of time. 7. Prolonged use of the product exposes the user to vibrations that can cause a range of conditions collectively known as hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) e.g.
  • Page 11 10. Residual risks Even if you are operating this product in accordance with all the safety requirements, potential risks of injury and damage remain. The following dangers can arise in connection with the structure and design of this product: 1. Health defects resulting from vibration emission if the product is being used over long periods of time or not adequately managed and properly maintained.
  • Page 12 m/s² Metres per second squared Lock / to tighten or secure Unlock / to loosen Note / Remark. Caution / Warning. Read the instruction manual. Wear a helmet, safety goggles and hearing protection. Wear protective gloves. Wear a dust mask. Wear respiratory protection.
  • Page 13 Do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Open flames in the work area, around the product and in the vicinity of flammable materials are prohibited! Do not smoke in the work area, around the product and in the vicinity of flammable materials! Risk of fire / flammable materials Hot surface, do not touch! High temperatures on the product’s surfaces and structural parts that could cause...
  • Page 14 Objects thrown by the product could hit the user or other bystanders. Always ensure that other people and pets remain at a safe distance from the product when it is in operation. In general, children must not come near the area where the product is.

  • Page 15: Product Description

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION For Customer Service: Please call 877-713-3189 (Toll Free), or email: Support@fot-usa.com...
  • Page 16 Rear handle Throttle interlock Throttle trigger Air filter case a. Fixation knob* b. Cover* c. Air filter* Front handle Front hand guard (Chain brake lever) Saw chain Guide bar a. Lubrication hole b. Sprocket wheel c. Tension hole* Retaining nut (x 2) Tension screw a.

  • Page 17: Scope Of Supply

    Multi tool NOTE: Parts marked with * are not shown in this overview. Please refer to the respective section in the instruction manual. SCOPE OF SUPPLY Item No.: 97007 97006 Chainsaw: 1 pc 1 pc Saw chain (7) 2 pcs...

  • Page 18: Accessories (Not Supplied)

    Machine mass (without guide bar and chain, empty tanks and in normal operating configuration) approx. 5.7 kg 97006: approx. 6. 68 kg Machine mass (with guide bar and chain, empty tanks and in normal operating configuration) 97007: approx. 7.15 kg Fuel tank capacity 700 cm³...
  • Page 19 Maximum engine power (acc. to ISO 7293) 2.5 kW Spark plug type Spark plug gap 0.6 - 0.7mm Saw chain and guide bar Saw Chain Type Ridgeline 97009 (18”) Ridgeline 97011 (22”) Guide Bar Type Ridgeline 97012 (18”) Ridgeline 97014 (22”) Cutting length 43 cm (18”) 53 cm (22”)
  • Page 20 Sound values Sound pressure level at operator’s position L 104.15 dB(A) Uncertainty K 2.5 dB(A) Measured sound power level L 113.88 dB(A) Uncertainty K 2.5 dB(A) 117 dB(A) Guaranteed sound power level L Vibration values Front handle, a 7.234 m/s² front hv,eq Rear handle, a 9.528 m/s²...

  • Page 21: Intended Use

    WARNING! Depending on the actual use of the product the vibration values can differ from the declared total! Adopt proper measures to protect yourself against vibration exposures! Take the whole work process including times the product is running under no load or switched off into consideration! Proper measures include among others regular maintenance and care of the product and cutting attachments, keeping hands warm, periodical breaks and proper planning of work processes!
  • Page 22 4. Ensure that you have all the accessories and tools needed for assembly and operation. This also includes suitable personal protective equipment. WARNING! The product and the packaging are not children’s toys! Children must not play with plastic bags, sheets and small parts! There is a danger of choking and suffocation! WARNING! The product must be fully assembled before operation! Do not use a product that is only partly assembled or assembled...
  • Page 23 Pull the front hand guard (6) back toward the front handle (5) to disengage the chain break, if necessary. Loosen the retaining nuts (9) with the multi tool (31) and remove them together with the cover (11) (Fig. 1). Fig. 1 Place the slot in the guide bar (8) over the bolts (13).
  • Page 24 Fig. 3 WARNING! The direction of the saw chain ‘cutters’ must be as indicated by the symbol and arrow on the guide bar! Place the saw chain (7) over the drive sprocket (18) (behind the clutch (17)) and fit around the guide bar (8). Make sure the saw chain is placed above the chain catcher (16) (Fig.
  • Page 25 Fig. 5 Refit the cover (11). If necessary, turn the tension screw (10) clockwise or anticlockwise with the multi tool (31) adjust the tension pin (10a) until it reaches a position where it can be inserted into the tension hole (8c) (Fig. 6). Fig.
  • Page 26 Fig. 7 NOTE: Fix the nuts finger tight only at this stage. The chain tension cannot be adjusted with the retaining nut tightened - they must be loosened first. NOTE: The saw chain (7) has not yet been tensioned. Tension the chain as described under “Saw chain tensioning”.
  • Page 27 whereas a correctly tightened chain provides the best cutting characteristics and prolonged working life! The chain life mainly depends upon sufficient lubrication and correct tensioning! NOTE: The chain tension cannot be adjusted with the retaining nuts tightened - they must be loosened first. 1.
  • Page 28 chain can be lifted by approximately 2 - 4 mm from the guide bar (8) in the centre (Figs. 11, 12). Fig. 11 Fig. 12 2. Adjust the tension if you find that the chain saw is too loose or tight. Chain lubrication WARNING! The product is not filled with chain oil.
  • Page 29 3. Fill suitable lubricant into the tank using a funnel fitted with a filter to avoid debris entering the tank. Do not overfill and leave approximately 5 mm of space between the top of the oil and the inside edge of the tank to allow for expansion (Fig.
  • Page 30 Fig. 15 3. Turn the adjustment screw (27) of the oiler on the bottom of the product to adjust the chain oil flow using a suitable slot head screwdriver (Fig. 16). Fig. 16 Fuel and engine oil This product is equipped with a 2-stroke engine, the fuel and oil tank are combined and it is essential to fill a fuel-oil mixture before operating this product.
  • Page 31 WARNING! This product is not supplied with petrol-oil mixture in the engine! Before operating this product it is essential to fill it with petrol-oil mixture! 1. Mix a regular-grade unleaded petrol and a quality engine oil for air cooled 2- stroke engines in the fuel mixing container (not included) (Fig.

  • Page 32: Operation

    Fig. 18 Fig. 19 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS General 1. Check the product as well as accessories for damage before each use. Do not use the product if it is damaged or shows wear. 2. Double check that accessories and the guide bar/saw chain are properly fixed. 3.
  • Page 33 The chain brake is a safety mechanism activated by the front hand guard (6). When kickback occurs, the saw chain stops immediately. Fig. 20 Fig. 21 The chain brake in the The chain brake in the engaged position, disengaged position, the product the saw chain is stopped as soon as the can be operated (Fig.
  • Page 34 NOTE: Perform the following test before operating your product. Start the product as described below and keep it in idle speed. The saw chain (7) must not move when the engine is running idle. WARNING! If the saw chain shows any signs of moving, stop the engine immediately! Wait for all moving parts to stop! Contact an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person to re- adjust idling speed!
  • Page 35 10. Let the product run idle for about 30 seconds to warm it up. NOTE: When pushing the choke back to OPEN position and the engine speed gets inconsistent. Then pull the choke slightly out to middle position to allow additional time for warming up. After warm up push the choke back to OPEN position.
  • Page 36 Hold the chain saw firmly on the ground with left hand on the front handle (5). Your thumb and fingers shall grasp the handle. Place the right foot onto the rear hand safeguard (12) and step down. Pull the recoil starter handle (26) lightly until you feel resistance then pull it rapidly (Fig.
  • Page 37 procedure: Set the ignition switch (22) to lower position (STOP position). Push the choke (21) fully back to OPEN position . Remove the spark plug (20) and dry it. Pull the recoil starter handle (26) for several times to drain the fuel from the combustion chamber. Wait until fuel vapours and refit the spark plug.
  • Page 38 To become proficient attend a recognised chain saw training course to learn how to operate chain saws safely and effectively. Familiarise yourself with all the controls and switches. Practise all movements with the product switched off. Always hold the product firmly with both hands. Front handle (6) with the left hand and rear handle (1) with the right hand.
  • Page 39 Do not operate the product with arms fully extended or attempt to saw areas which are difficult to reach, or on a ladder. Never use the product above shoulder height (Fig. 27). Fig. 27 Optimum sawing is achieved if the chain speed remains constant during cutting.
  • Page 40 Fig. 28 Fig. 29 Fig. 30 Pinching the saw chain (7) along the bottom of the guide bar (8) may pull the product forward away from the operator (“skating”) (Fig. 31). Fig. 31 Pinching the saw chain (7) along the top of the guide bar (8) may push the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator (“bouncing”) (Fig.
  • Page 41 To avoid kickback: Saw with guide bar at a flat angle. Never work with a loose, widely stretched or the heavily worn out chain. Ensure chain is sharpened correctly. Never saw above shoulder height. Never work with the tip of the guide bar. Always hold the product firmly with both hands.
  • Page 42 An escape path should be planned and cleared as necessary before cuts are started. The escape path should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the expected line of fall (Fig. 33). Fig. 33 Before felling is started, consider the natural lean of the tree, the location of larger branches and the wind direction to judge which way the tree will fall.
  • Page 43 and use wedges of wood, plastic or aluminum to open the cut and drop the tree along the desired line of fall. When the tree begins to fall remove the product from the cut, stop the engine, put the product down, then use the retreat path planned. Be alert for overhead limbs falling and watch your footing.

  • Page 44: Bucking A Log

    Fig. 36 12. Bucking a log Bucking is cutting a log into lengths. It is important to make sure your footing is firm and your weight is evenly distributed on both feet. When possible, the log should be raised and supported by the use of limbs, logs or chocks. Follow the simple directions for easy cutting.

  • Page 45: After Use

    When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill side of the log (Fig. 40). When “cutting through”, to maintain complete control release the cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the product handles.

  • Page 46: Maintenance And Care

    Switch the product off, disconnect the spark plug connector and let it cool down. Check, clean and store the product as described below. MAINTENANCE AND CARE WARNING! Always switch the product off, disconnect the spark plug connector and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! Maintain this product regularly and carefully! If the product is improperly maintained, it may fail at its intended task, which may...
  • Page 47 Part To do Before/after each use hours hours hours / hours / half once a year year Spark check plug Spark clean plug Spark replace whenever necessary plug Air filter check Air filter clean Air filter replace whenever necessary check chain lubricate chain...
  • Page 48 Fig. 43 3. Make sure that the chain brake is disengaged. Rotate the saw chain (7) by hand. Repeat the lubrication procedure until the entire sprocket has been greased. 4. Guide bar and saw chain maintenance Most guide bar problems can be prevented merely by keeping the product well maintained.
  • Page 49 equipped with an automatic oiling system. 3. Check the drive sprocket. If it is worn or damaged due to strain, have it replaced by an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person. 4. Clear residue from the rails on the guide bar (8) using a screwdriver, putty knife, wire brush or other similar tool.
  • Page 50 or right), when the saw chain is blunt (excessive force is required to penetrate the wood), or obviously damaged. Never saw with a blunt chain. The saw chain is blunt if you have to push the product into the tree and the chips are very small. 1.
  • Page 51 NOTE: A file guide is available from most reputable tool merchants and is the easiest way to hold the file at the correct position. 5. File at an angle perpendicular to the bar, and at an angle of 30° to the direction of travel (Fig.

  • Page 52: Spark Plug

    Wash the air filter every 25 hours (if too dusty, every 10 hours) with clear water and dry it. Dip the air filter into clean machine oil if necessary. It can be used after superfluous oil is eliminated. Inspect the air filter regularly. Replace it with a new one if necessary (Fig. 50). Fig.
  • Page 53 Fig. 51 Fig. 52 4. Check the spark plug (20) for damage and wear. The color should be light-brown colored. 5. Remove debris from the electrode with a soft wired brush; avoid heavy cleaning of the electrode. 6. Dry the spark plug with a soft cloth, if it is wet from fuel. 7.
  • Page 54 Description Model No. or Specification Guide bar 200PXBW095 / 208PXBK095 / Ridgeline 97012 / 97014 Saw chain 20LPX078X / 21PX078X / Ridgeline 97009 / 97011 BM6A L8RTC/Torch L8RTF/NHSP Spark plug...
  • Page 55 WARNING! Saw chain must be fitted with guide bar according to above combination. Use only the same brand and same type of saw chain and guide bar as above. The use of non-approved guide bar / saw chain combinations poses a severe risk of injury! 13.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    saving resources and protecting the environment by handing in this product at an equipped collection centre (if there is one available). Petrol, oil, used oil, a mixture of oil and petrol and objects soiled with oil e.g. cleaning cloths do not belong in the household rubbish. Dispose of oil- contaminated items in accordance with the local guidelines and hand them in at recycling centres.
  • Page 57 1.9. Carburetor is 1.9. Remove air filter flooded with fuel and pull recoil starter handle continuously until carburetor clears itself and install air filter 1.10. Faulty ignition 1.10. Contact an module authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person 2. Engine stops 2.1.
  • Page 58 5. Engine idles poorly 5.1. Air filter is dirty 5.1. Clean air filter 5.2. Air vents are 5.2. Remove debris clogged from vents 6. Engine skips at high 6.1. Gap between 6.1. Set gap between speed electrodes of spark electrodes at plug is too close 0.6 - 0.7mm 7.
  • Page 59 57cc Chainsaw Exploded View For Customer Service: Please call 877-713-3189 (Toll Free), or email: Support@fot-usa.com...
  • Page 60 A. Fuel Tank, Handle Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Tank Screw ST4.2x19 Fuel Tank Cap Assembly A3-1 Fuel Tank Cap A3-2 Oil Cap Packing Washer A3-3 Fuel Cap Retainer Dust Cover Screw M5x16 Anti-Vibaration Cushion Damping Block Fuel Filter Increase Block Fuel Tube Base Fuel Tube Balancer Base...
  • Page 61 B. Right Cover Assembly Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Dust Plate Right Cover B1-1 B1-2 Heavy Block Torsion Spring B1-3 Heavy Block Tube B1-4 Heavy Block B1-5 Front Guard Spring B1-6 Spring Intake B1-7 Brake Torsion Rod Spring B1-8 Screw M5x37.5 B1-9 Front Guard Tube B1-10...

  • Page 62: Starter Assembly

    C. Starter Assembly Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Screw M5x16 Starter Assembly C2-1 Easy Starter Cover C2-2 Starting Rope C2-3 Starting Handle C2-4 Main Coil Spring C2-5 Reel C2-6 Second Coil Spring C2-7 Starter Wheel C2-8 Flat Washer 5.4x16x1 C2-9 Screw St4.8x13 Cooling-Air Mask L H Sheathing...
  • Page 63 D.Clutch, Oil Pump Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Screw M4x14 Oil Nozzle Oil Pump Sponge Ring Oil Tube Oil Filter Screw M4x10 Oil Pump Cover Plate Worm Needle Bearing 12x15x14.5 Clutch Shell Clutch Washer Clutch Assembly For Customer Service: Please call 877-713-3189 (Toll Free), or email: Support@fot-usa.com...
  • Page 64 E .Carburetor, Air Filter Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Air Filter Accelerator Rod Screw M5x39 Screw M5x52 Air Intake Carburetor Air Intake Flange Hot Start Backset Assembly E8-1 Hot Start Backset E8-2 Air Intake Tube Gasket E8-3 Dustproof Block E8-4 Heat Insulation Spile Screw M5x12 For Customer Service:...
  • Page 65 F. Cylinder, Silencer Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Retainer Ring Screw M5x12 Air Intake Tube Air Intake Tube Gasket Cylinder Assembly F5-1 Cylinder Gasket F5-2 Cylinder Spark Plug Screw M5x20 Silencer Bolt M5x84 Silencer Assembly F9-1 Silencer Gasket F9-2 Catalyst Silencer Silencer Support Nut M5 For Customer Service:...

  • Page 66: Crankshaft, Piston

    G. Crankshaft, Piston Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Woodruff Key M3x10 Needle Bearing Ring Crankshaft Assy Needle Bearing 11x15x12.5 Piston Piston Ring Piston Pin Circlip Piston Pin H. Flywheel, Igniter Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Nut M8 Flywheel Assy Igniter Assy Screw M5x20 Igniter Sheath For Customer Service:...

  • Page 67: Engine Assembly

    J. Engine Assembly For Customer Service: Please call 877-713-3189 (Toll Free), or email: Support@fot-usa.com...
  • Page 68 Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Oil Tank Cap Assembly J1-1 Oil Tank Cap J1-2 Oil Tank Cap Packing Washer J1-3 Fuel Cap Retainer Screw M4x8 Oil Seal Protector Oil Seal Assembly J4-1 Oil Seal 15x35x5 J4-2 Oil Seal 15x28x5 Ring 35 Bearing 6202 Short Damping Block Crankshaft Case Assembly...
  • Page 69 K. Upper Cover, Air Filter, Cover Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Air Filter Lock Nut Lock Nut Washer Air Filter Cover Screw M5x16 Upper Cover Chain Catcher Screw ST4.8x16 Conical Spring Base Conical Spring Idle Adjusting Guide Air Flue Board Screw ST4.2x8 Dust Cover Aluminized Paper 1...
  • Page 70 L. Bar Sleeve, Chain,Bar 97006 Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Bar Cover Chain 97007 Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Bar Cover Chain For Customer Service: Please call 877-713-3189 (Toll Free), or email: Support@fot-usa.com...
  • Page 71 P. Packing Accessory Part NO. Parts Description Quantity Screwdriver File Socket Wrench Manual For Customer Service: Please call 877-713-3189 (Toll Free), or email: Support@fot-usa.com...

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