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CHAIN SAWS
OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING
GC3814
GC4016
•
Before using our products, please read
this manual carefully to understand the
proper use of your unit.

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  • Page 1 CHAIN SAWS GC3814 GC4016 OWNER’S MANUAL • Before using our products, please read WARNING this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual marked with a symbol concern critical points which must be taken into consideration to prevent possible serious bodily injury, and for this reason you are requested to read all such instructions carefully and follow them without fail. ■...

  • Page 3: Parts Location

    1. Parts location 1. Front hand guard Starter handle 3. Air filter cover 4. Choke knob 5. Throttle trigger lock-out 6. Rear handle 7. Throttle trigger 8. Engine switch 9. Fuel tank 10. Oil tank Front handle 12. Saw chain 13.

  • Page 4: Symbols On The Machine

    2. Symbols on the machine Read operator's instruction book before operating this machine. Appropriate ear, eye, and head protection must be worn. Use the chain saw with two hands. Warning! Danger of kickback. Read, understand and follow all warnings. 2. Symbols on the machine For safe operation and maintenance, symbols are carved in relief on the machine.
  • Page 5 (b). The port to refuel the chain oil The port to refuel the chain oil Position: near the oil cap (c). Operate the engine switch Operate the engine switch Flipping the switch to the "O" position, immediately Flipping the switch to the "O" position, immediately the engine stops.
  • Page 6 (g). Shows the directions that the chain brake is released (white arrow) and activated (black arrow). Position: Front of the chain cover (h). Shows the direction of the saw chain installation. Position: Front of the chain cover...
  • Page 7 For safe operation Before operate the product Before operate the product ■ Before using our products, please read this Before using our products, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit.

  • Page 8: For Safe Operation

    Always use caution when handling fuel. Wipe up all spills and then move the chain saw at least ten(10)feet (three(3) m) from the fueling point before starting the engine. Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (ie. smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored.
  • Page 9 12. Always carry the chain saw with the engine stopped, the guide bar and saw chain to the rear, and the muffler away from your body. 13. Always inspect the chain saw before each use for worn, Ioose, or changed parts. Never operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or is not completely and securely assembled.

  • Page 10: Kickback Safety Precautions For Chain Saw Users

    19. Guard against kickback. Kickback is the upward motion of the guide bar which occurs when the saw chain at the nose of the guide bar contacts an object. Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the chain saw. 20.

  • Page 11: Installing Guide Bar And Saw Chain

    (2) Keep a good grip on the saw with both hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle, when the engine is running. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles. A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw.
  • Page 12 saw chain on the power unit as follows. The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use protective gloves for safety. 1. Pull the guard towards the front handle to check that the chain brake is not on. Loosen a nut and remove the chain cover. 3.

  • Page 13: Fuel And Chain Oil

    tightness. 5. While holding up the tip of the bar, adjust the chain tension by turning the tensioner screw until the tie straps just touch the bottom side of the bar rail. 6. Tighten the nuts securely with the bar tip held up (12 ~ 15 Nm).
  • Page 14 unleaded gasoline. The fuel is highly flammable. Do not smoke or bring any flame or sparks near fuel. 1. FUEL WITH NO OIL(RAW GASOLINE) – It will cause severe damage to the engine inner parts very quickly. 2. OIL FOR 4-CYCLE ENGINE USE or WATER COOLED 2-CYCLE ENGINE USE –...

  • Page 15: Operation

    Do not use waste or regenerated oil that can cause damage to the oil pump. Operation STARTING ENGINE ■ 1. Untwist and remove the fuel cap. Rest the cap on a dustless place. 2. Put fuel into the fuel tank to 80% of the full capacity.
  • Page 16 (1) Oil (2) Fuel (3) Engine switch (4) Choke knob Pull out the choke knob. The choke will close and the throttle lever will then be set in the starting position. When restarting immediately after stopping the engine. Set choke in the open position Once the choke knob has been pulled out, it will not return to the operating position even if you press down on it with your finger.
  • Page 17 After starting the engine, run the chain at medium speed and see if chain oil is scattered off as shown in the figure. (1) Chain oil The chain oil flow can be changed by inserting a screwdriver in the hole on bottom of the clutch side.
  • Page 18 H needle –1/4 L needle –1/4 2. Start engine and allow it to warm up in low speed for a few minutes. 3. Turn idle adjusting screw (T) counter-clockwise so that saw chain does not turn. If idling speed is too slow, turn the screw clockwise.
  • Page 19 When the brake operates, release the throttle lever to slow down the engine speed. Continuous operation with the brake engaged will generate heat from the clutch and may cause trouble. Be sure to confirm brake operation on the daily inspection. How to confirm: 1) Turn off the engine.

  • Page 20: Sawing

    Continuing to use the product in the anti-freeze mode even when temperatures have risen and returned to normal, may result in the engine failing to start properly or in the engine failing to operate at its normal speed, and for this reason you should always be sure to return the unit to the normal operating mode if there is no danger of icing occurring.
  • Page 21 Safe Operation" section it is recommended to first practice sawing easy logs. This also helps you get accustomed to your unit. Always follow the safety regulations. The chain saw must only be used for cutting wood. It is forbidden to cut other types of material. Vibrations and kickback vary with different materials and the requirements of the safety regulations would not be respected.
  • Page 22 speed. If the chain is slow to stop or does no stop then replace the brake band and clutch drum before use. It is extremely important that the chain brake be checked for proper operation before each use and that the chain be sharp in order to maintain the kickback safety level of this saw.
  • Page 23 2. Be alert to the rolling over of a cut log. 3. Read the instructions in “For Safe Operation” to avoid kickback of the saw. Before starting work, check the direction of bending force inside the log to be cut. Always finish cutting from the opposite side of bending direction to prevent the guide bar from being caught in the cutaway.
  • Page 24 stepladder. 2. Do not overreach. 3. Do not cut above shoulder height. 4. Always use both hands to grip the saw.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance Before cleaning, inspecting or repairing your unit, make sure that engine has stopped and is cool. Disconnect the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. Maintenance after each use 1. Air filter Dust on the cleaner surface can be removed by tapping a corner of the cleaner against a hard surface.
  • Page 26 8. Maintenance Oiling port Grease port Sprocket 4. Others Check for fuel leakage and loose fastenings and damage to major parts, especially handle joints and guide bar mounting. If any defects are found, make sure to have them repaired before operating again.
  • Page 27 Maintenance allow filter fibers or dust inside the suction pipe. 3. Spark plug Clean the electrodes with a wire brush and reset the gap to 0.65mm as necessary. Spark plug type：NHSP LD L8RTF 4. Sprocket Check for cracks and for excessive wear interfering with the chain drive.

  • Page 28: Maintenance Of Saw Chain And Guide Bar

    • Make sure the saw chain is held securely. • Make sure the engine is stopped. • Use a round file of proper size for your chain. Chain type: GC3814 : Oregon 91P/ GC4016 : Oregon 91P/ File size: 4.0mm Place your file on the cutter and push straight forward.
  • Page 29 Maintenance of Saw Chain and Guide Bar After every cutter has been set, check the depth gauge and file it to the proper level as illustrated. Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the chance of kickback or tie-strap breakage.
  • Page 30 (2) Gap (3) No gap (4) Chain tilts This saw is equipped with the following low kickback bar/chain combination: Guide bar： GC3814……………………….Oregon160SDEA041/QiruiPO16-50SR ……………………….Oregon140SDEA041/QiruiPO14-50SR GC4016…………………………Oregon160SDEA041/QiruiPO16-50SR Saw chain： GC3814………………………………………Carlton N1C/Oregon 91P GC4016………………………………………Carlton N1C/Oregon 91P For replacement use only above bars and chains...

  • Page 31: Storage

    Storage 1. Empty the fuel tank and run the engine out of fuel. 2. Empty the oil tank. 3. Clean the entire unit. 4. Store the unit in a dry place out of the reach of children.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide PROBLEME CAUSE REMEDY 1) Starting failure – Check fuel for water – Replace with proper fuel. or substandard mixture. WARNING – Remove and dry the Make sure the – Check for engine flooding. spark plug. icing prevention – Then pull the starter system is not –...

  • Page 33: Specifications

    Specifications Power unit： Displacement： GC3814……………………………………………………………37.2cc GC4016……………………………………………………………40.1cc ： Maximum engine power GC3814……………………………………………………………1.2kW GC4016…………………………………………………………….1.5kW Fuel：…………………………. …… Mixture (Unleaded Gasoline 35 : two-cycle oil 1) ：……………………………………………………………310ml Fuel tank capacity Chain ： …………………………………………………….Engine SAE#10W-30 Oil tank capacity： ………………………………………………………………210ml ：………………………………………………………… Carburetor Diaphragm type ： Fuel consumption at maximum engine power .....
  • Page 34 Dimensions (L x W x H) ……………………...4.2kg Dry weight (without guide bar and chain, empty tanks): Guide bar Cutting head: Type：……………………………………………………………. Sprocket nose Size： GC3814…………………………………………………………..16in/14in GC4016………………………………………………………………..16in Cutting length： GC3814 ………………………………………370mm(16”)/330mm(14”) GC4016 …………………………………………………………..370mm Specifications Saw chain Type： GC3814 Oregon 91P GC4016 Oregon 91P Pitch： GC3814 0.375in...

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