Petrol Chain Saw 305mm – 25.4cc Operation Manual 1 Year Replacement Warranty OZPCS305A CAUTION: Read this operation manual before using this tool. 0209 www.ozito.com.au To view the full range visit:...
We aim to provide quality tools at an affordable price. We hope you will enjoy using this tool for many years. Your Ozito Petrol Chainsaw OZPCS305A has been designed for cutting small logs, branches and sawn timber. It can also be used for felling small trees and trimming tree branches.
GENERAL SAFETY 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. b) Do not operate petrol tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
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GENERAL SAFETY (cont.) d) Store idle petrol tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the petrol tool or these instructions to operate the petrol tool. Petrol tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. e) Maintain petrol tools.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHAINSAWS Note: For safety reasons the chainsaw is shipped with the chain brake fully engaged. This brake must be released before the saw becomes operational. Never cut into the ground. Never cut into wire fences. Never cut into samplings. Never cut into prepared wood.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHAINSAWS (cont.) Protect your tool. This chainsaw is NOT WEATHERPROOF and should not be exposed to direct sunlight, high ambient temperatures, damp, wet or high humidity conditions for prolonged periods of time. Take care not to spill fuel. When refuelling the chainsaw ensure that the motor has been switched off.
KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (cont.) DANGER! BEWARE OF KICKBACK! Warning! Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the chainsaw and result in serious or fatal injury to the 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.
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ASSEMBLY (cont.) 4. Once the chain drive cover (19) has been removed, the transport-protecting spacer (26) must be removed and disposed of so that the chain bar can be positively located. 5. Place the guide bar (14) in position over the Remove threaded stud and the two screw heads which Spacer...
ASSEMBLY (cont.) 8. Fasten the chain drive cover nut (17) finger tight only. Do not use wrench just yet. Chain Guide 9. Rotate the chain tensioner screw (18) clockwise until the links of the chain just touch the bottom edge of the chain. Rotate Clockwise To Tension Chain Adjusting the chain tension...
ASSEMBLY (cont.) Filling up with fuel and oil Warning! Petrol is very flammable. Avoid smoking or causing any sparks or flames near fuel. Make sure that you stop the motor and allow it to cool before refuelling the machine. Select outdoor bare ground for fuelling and move at least 3m away from the fuelling point before starting the motor.
ASSEMBLY (cont.) 1. The engine must be stopped and cool. Place the chainsaw on its side with the fuel tank cap facing upwards. 2. Make sure that the fuel mixture is well mixed. 3. Remove the fuel tank cap (21). 4.
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OPERATION (cont.) 3. When the machine is cold first pull out the choke control (1) to the CHOKE position, (fully withdrawn). Note: Once the choke control (1) has been pulled out, it cannot be pushed back to the run position, it returns automatically when the throttle trigger (4) is operated.
OPERATION (cont.) Stopping the chainsaw 1. Release the throttle trigger (4). 2. Set the on/off switch (11) to Off (the O position). Checking the chain bar oil supply Run the engine at medium speed and check that the chain splatters a thin line of oil which can be seen on the ground when the bar is pointed downwards.
OPERATION (cont.) Chain brake / Anti kickback guard The chain brake operates automatically in the event of kickback. As the guide bar (14) kicks up, the wrist of the operator’s hand on the top handle (5) knocks against the front guard (6) causing the front guard (6) to move forward and activate the chain brake.
OPERATION (cont.) 6. Secure the spark plug in position by tightening (clockwise) the spark plug using the double ended wrench (15) provided. 7. Fix the spark plug lead back to the end of the spark plug ensuring it clicks into place. 8.
OPERATION (cont.) Limbing Limbing is the process of removing the branches from a fallen tree. Check the direction in which a branch will bend before cutting it. Always cut on the opposite side to the bending direction so that the guide bar is not pinched in the cut.
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. Maintenance to be preformed after each use 1. Loosen the filter cover knob (7) and remove the filter cover (8).
To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the chainsaw as instructed in this manual. Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or injuries caused by repair of the tool by an unauthorised person or mishandling or mistreatment of the tool. This tool is designed for Domestic Home Use only - use in commercial or industrial environments will void the warranty.
Reuse of recycled material decreases pollution in the environment. Please recycle packaging where facilities exist. Check with your local council authority for recycling advice. CONTENTS 1 x Chainsaw OZPCS305A 1 x Double ended wrench 1 x Chain 1 x Screwdriver...
PURCHASED FROM: ________________________________________________ DATE PURCHASED: ________________________________________________ 1 YEAR REPLACEMENT WARRANTY Your Ozito tool is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the ORIGINAL date of purchase under the following conditions: Professional, trade or high frequency use will VOID this warranty.
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