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- Page 1 25.4CC COMPACT CHAINSAW PCH25 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Magenta Cyan Yellow Code: PCH25 Date: 080318 Edition: 11 Op: DJ...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Additional safety rules for petrol chainsaws Unpacking Contents of carton Know your product Installing the guide bar and chain Filling up with fuel and oil Starting the chainsaw Stopping the chainsaw Checking the oil supply Adjusting the carburettor Chain brake Bucking spikes... -
Page 3: Description Of Symbols
Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service. -
Page 4: Symbols On The Machine
Symbols on the machine Fuel inlet. (Position: under the fuel tank cap.) Chain oil inlet. (Position: next to the oil tank cap.) On/Off. (Position: on the on/off switch.) Setting the on/off switch to Off, stops the engine immediately. Run position. Start position (when engine is warm.) Start position (when engine is cold.) Choke control... -
Page 5: General Safety Instructions
General safety instructions WARNING. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in fire and/or serious injury. Save these instructions 1) Work area a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. -
Page 6: Additional Safety Rules For Petrol Chainsaws
Wear safety boots when using the chainsaw. • During transport the brake must be applied to avoid accidental start-up. • Do not use the chainsaw in rainy or windy conditions or in poor light. • Find a suitable position before beginning work. parts. -
Page 7: Unpacking
BEWARE OF KICKBACK! WARNING! Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the chainsaw and result in serious or fatal injury to the saw operator or to anyone standing close by. Always be alert. Rotational kickback and pinch kickback are major chainsaw operational dangers and the leading cause of most accidents. -
Page 8: Know Your Product
Know your product 1. Guide bar 2. Chain 3. Chain tensioning screw 4. Chain drive cover 5. Chain drive cover nut 6. Bucking spikes 7. Air filter 8. Front guard (chain brake) 9. Top handle 10. Filter cover 11. Filter cover knob 12. -
Page 9: Installing The Guide Bar And Chain
Installing the guide bar and chain WARNING. The chain has sharp edges. Use work gloves for safety. IMPORTANT. Front guard (chain brake) must be disengaged when installing the guide bar and chain. 1. Pull the front guard (8) towards the rear of the saw until there is a “click”... -
Page 10: Filling Up With Fuel And Oil
Do not use fuel mixtures that have been left standing for one month or more, they can cause clogging of the carburettor. Before storing the chainsaw for an extended period, empty the fuel tank, clean it then run the motor to empty the carburettor. -
Page 11: Starting The Chainsaw
The choke control will fully retract to the RUN position, your chainsaw is now ready for use. 9. When restarting the engine when it is still warm, set the choke control to the START position. -
Page 12: Stopping The Chainsaw
“click” is heard. CAUTION. Check that the chain brake is operating correctly each time the chainsaw is used. Bucking spikes The Chainsaw has bucking spikes (6) to assist with cutting... -
Page 13: Operation
• Position your body to the left of the chainsaw so if it kicks back uncontrollably, it goes over your right shoulder, never stand in the cutting line of the saw. -
Page 14: Limbing
First cut up from the bottom and finish down from the top. Maintenance Note. Before cleaning your chainsaw or carrying out any maintenance procedure, make sure that the engine is off and is cool. Disconnect the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. - Page 15 6. Make sure that the oil port is not clogged. Grease the nose sprocket at the tip of the guide bar. 7. Check for fuel and oil leakage and loose fastenings, especially those securing the handles and the guide bar. If any defects are found, take the tool to an authorised repair centre.
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