P 33 - Chain saw PARTNER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL P 33 PARTNER

SYMBOL MEANING @ Read operators manual carefully Wear safety clothing: 1 Approved safety glasses or face shield 2 Approved safety helmet 3 Approved ear defender CC) 4 Approved gloves (@ 5pprored safety footuear

Do not smoke while refueling or while operating the machine A Waming - Caution | 4 | Choke fu} opened (ho stat lun) Choke closed | | (cold start) GK Erake engaged/ disengaged GP Beware of kickback

Do not cut with the end on the bar, this may cause kickback

11 - CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT SCREWS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Le | 1 All operators should read this manual carefully before using this chainsaw; only use this machine for usage specifically mentioned in this manual. Wear suitable clothing. This should include snugly-ftting (safety) clothing, sturdy boots, heavy duty gloves, goggles or a face screen and ear plugs or ear muffers. Wear a hel- met if there is risk of falling objects or projections from trees. Aliays hold the chainsaw fimiy with both hands when the engine is running. Alrays maintain a firm foothold. Ensure you are able to stop the engine quickly if necessary.Do not Work up a tree unless you have received suitable training and have the appropriate equipment (belts, ropes, safety hooks etc.) for this type of work. We strongly recommend that al fist-time chainsaw users obtain practical instruction on safe chainsaw usage before operating the chainsaw Do not operate this machine when tired or under the influence of any substances, drugs or alcohol which can impair vision, dexterity or judgement. Prolonged use of chainsaws or other machines exposing the operator to vibration may produce Whitefinger's Disease (Raynaud's Phenomenon). This may reduce the hands” ability to feel and regulate temperature and may produce general numbness. Continual or regular users

should therefore monitor closely the condition of their hands or fingers. If any of the symptoms appear, seek immediate medical advice Never carry the chainsaw with the engine running. Whenever carying a chainsaw, even for short distances, the chain should be covered by the chain guard (scabbard) and the bar should point backwards. When transporing the chainsaw in a vehicle, secure the saw to prevent fuel spilage. To avoid Kick-back, do not attempt to cut with the nose of the bar. Ensure the engine is running at ful throttle before commencing to cut. To avoid kick-back, do not let the nose of the bar come into contact with logs, branches, the ground or any other obstruction, Do not ällow any part of the chain to come into contact with rock, nalls or wire fence Ensure the chain is kept sharp and correctly tensioned. Keep the spike or the saw body against the wood when cutting. Use only genuine accessories and spare parts. We recommend you have your unit periodically checked and senviced by an authorised dealer. Do not use chainsaw above shoulder height. Do not operate the chainsaw near a naked flame or spilled fuel. Only operate the chainsaw outside and in well ventila- ted areas. After re-fueling, always wipe off any spiled fuel. Move the chainsaw away from the fuellng point before starting the engine. Keep by-standers and animals out of the work area at à minimum distance of 10 m or twice the timber length. If necessary, use warning signs to keep on-lookers at à distance. Carefuly survey the working site to note any hazards, eg. roads, paths, electrcity cables, dangerous trees etc. Do not use the chainsaw if the device for stopping the chain (safety chainbrake) does not work correctly. Never place hands on the chain whilst the engine is running. Ensure someone is within hearing distance in case of an accident. If this is not possible, it iS recommended that users operating chain- saws in remote areas carry an adequate first-aid Kit with them and ensure someone knows their location. Never leave the engine running while the tool is unattended. ONLY USE ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSO-

INSTALLATION is always switched off before fitting or Wear a pair of protective gloves when fit- ting or adjusting chain. 1 Ensure chain brake lever is in disengaged position (A). Remove retaining nuts (B) and cover. 2 Turn the adjusting screw (D) counterclockwise taking it fully back. 3 Feed chain into bar groove ensuring correct direction of chain (P). 4 Work the chain around sprocket and set the bar as illustra- ted, make the lower hole (F) coincide with the pin (G) of the adjusting screw. Reposition side cover. Lock nuts (B)finger tight. Adjust chain tension pin by tuning screw (D) so that when lifting the chain an entire drive link fs just visible. The chain is correctiy tensioned when there is no slack on the underside of the bar, and it runs freely in bar groove. Tighten the bar retaining nuts with the wrench, pushing bar tip upwards.

Use only fuel recommended by this manual. This product is fitted with a 2-stroke engine and therefore requires à 2-stroke petrol and oi mix. Use uneaded perl uit amnimum octne rang of 0. Oniy use oi rom sealed containers. In order to obtain a good fuel mix, put the oi into the container before the petrol. The use of sub-standard petrol or oil may reduce perfor- mance or reduce the life of certain components. UNLEADED PETROL If using unleaded petrol, you must use a total synthetic 2- Stroke engine oil or branded 2-stroke engine oi, see table. IMPORTANT Always shake the fuel mix container thoroughly before pour- ing any fuel mix. Fuel mix properties may deteriorate with time and should be used up within 2 months. We recommend that you prepare fuel mix according to your immediate requirements only. Never use fuel mix more than 2 months old so as to avoid possible engine damage. WARNING Do not smoke vien ra tuling. AWways open the fuel cap Slowly, to release any pressure build up in the tank. Re-fuel in open spaces only, keeping away from naked flames or sparks.

SAFE STORAGE OF FUEL

Petrol fuel mix is highly inflammable. Put out all cigarettes, pipes and cigars before working with fuel. Avoid spiling fuel. Store fuel in a cool, well ventlated place, in an approved con- tainer specifically designed for the purpose. Never store engine with fuel in the tank in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such as in a fumace, water heater, clothes dryer etc. Petrol fumes can cause an explosion or a fre. Never store large amounts of fuel. To prevent possible restarting problems avoid running the fuel tank dry. This also helps to extend engine life. CHAIN LUBRICATION IMPORTANT The service life of the bar and chain depends on good Iubri- cation. Always use chain lubricating oil of medium viscosity. We recommend special McCulloch chain lubricating ol.

Never use waste ol for this purpose. This results in damage to the bar, the chain and the ol pump Refil the chain oi tank each time the saw is refuelled. To prevent possible restarting problems avoid running the fuel tank dry. This also helps to extend engine life. NOTE: Saw chain stretches during use particularly when it is new, and it will occasionally be necessary to adjust and tighten it, À new chain will require adjustment after about 5 minutes of operation. The mechanical oil pump for chain lubrication can be adjusted. The feed rate of the chain ol pump can be adjusted by means of the regulating screw (A) (see detail in the ilustration).

STARTING AND STOPPING BEI

IMPORTANT Never start or operate unless bar and chain are properly installed. Before starting always move the saw away from the fueling area and place i on à fimm, flat surface, the guide bar to the front.

STARTING À COLD ENGINE

Check that the chain brake is in the disengaged position moving the lever (L) towards the front handle. Move the stop switch upwards Slide the choke lever (A) to the CLOSED position (OUT) Press the primer bulb (C) several times. Depress throttle trigger lock out (S). Depress throttie trig- ger (G) and then operate throttle advance (P) moving it backwards. Hold the saw fimly as shown in illustration and pull the starter rope until the engine fires once. Beware of moving chain! Move choke lever (A) to the OPEN position (IN). Push the decompression valve (D) doun if your models is fitted with one. Pull the starter rope until the engine starts. Allow engine to warm up for ten seconds for better cutting perfommance Squeeze the throtte tiger (G) to release the throtte advance. I engine fails to start, repeat these instructions. The engine is stopped by depressing the STOP suitch to STOP position. After lengthy use of the chain at full speed,we recommend to run the engine for a few seconds at idie speed before stopping it.

STARTING À WARM ENGINE

Check that the ignition switch is not in the “stop” position and do not use the throtle lock. Hold the saw fimiy, press valve (D) for decompression and pull the starter rope.

STARTING À WARM ENGINE AFTER RE-FUELLING

In the fuel tank as run completely dry, procede to start as with à cold engine.

(CT) USAGE = IMPORTANT Before using a chain saw read the Operators Manual and all safety precautions carefuly. FELLING TREES — Make sure that there are no bystanders or animals in the Work area. — Study the direction of the fall of the tree and then plan your exit path away from the planned direction of fall. — Don't fel trees when there is a strong wind. 1 Clear the tree base of interfering limbs and brush. Clean the work area from stones or other objects which could damage the chain. I the tree has large protruding roots, remove them before feling (see ilustrations). 2 A) Cut a feling notch (A) of 45°on the side you want the tree to fall to a depth of about one third of the trunk dia- meter (d). Then make a feling cut (B) about 5 cm higher than the felling notch on the opposite side of the tree. Make sure that the feling cut does not go right through to uk, À hinge (C) must aays be let to provide control over the direction of the fal! B) Use wedges to control the moment and direction of the fl. 3 When the tree start to fall, walk away along your preplan- ned escape path.

CUTTING FALLEN TRUNKS

4 A) Limbing thick branches. For Iimbing and bucking leave the lower imbs to support the log of the ground. B) Supported at one end only. Begin with a bottom cut made by the upper side of the bar {A}: the depth of the cut should be about one third of the log diameter. Finish with a top cut (B) meeting the fist one. With this technique spltting, cracking can be avoided C) Supported at both ends. Begin with à top cut about one third of the log diameter. Then finish with a bottom cut (B) meeting the fist one. this technique avoids the risk of pinching the bar in the log. Dj fthe log is supported along its whole length it may be cut normally from above. Take care not to touch the ground with the chain. +_ Wen working on a slope always stand on the uphil. + When cutting prepared timber, use clamps or chocks to secure work. +_ Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings which may catch the chain and pul you off balance. CARBURETTOR ADJUSTMENT RU We suggest carburetor adjusiments are made by an authori- zed servicing dealer. The carburetor has three adjustment screus: +_ Li The needie screw L govems the fuel flow at low speed and also the acceleration from low to full speed. To set screw L: close screw L'tuming it clockwise without forcing. ‘Then open screw 1 1/4 full turn (counterclockwise) If acceleration is not smooth, open another 1/4 tu to increase fuel flow

+_H: The needle screw H govems fuel flow at high speed {throttle vale fully open. To set hi speed screw H: close screw H tuming it clockwi- se without forcing . Then open screw 1 1/4 full tum (counterclockwise) Ifthe engine speed is too high, open the screw about 1/4 tum (counterclockwise) I: The 1 (IDLE) screw controls the throttle opening to govem idie speed (2900 min adjust as necessary. CAUTION: increased idle speed may cause chain movement. ‘The carburetor is adjusted for nommal operation during produc- tion. When considerable changes of alütude require à supple- mentary adjustment, contact an authorised service station which offers the latest in tools, parts and technical assistance.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE BC

Ensure engine is always switched off before any kind of maintenance operation. CHAIN: Check tension regularly. À new chain vil require more frequent adjustment. Loosen retention nuts. Tighten chain (see assembly instructions). Tighten retention nuts and adjust 1 BAR _ Clean the bar groove (K) and check the Iubrication holes {L) in the bar to ensure that they are not clogged. - Grease sprocket periodically. Rotate sprocket and repeat. Rotate bar periodical} to maximise bar fe. AIR FILTER — À dust clogged air filter may cause carburetor problems. This may prevent the engine from reaching its maximum r.p.m. and cause high fuel consumption. — Remove cover. = Wash filter in petrol (do not use fuel which is mixed with oi. The filter can also be cleaned with compressed air. — Replace fier if damaged or if it does not seal tightly in the air box, SPARK PLUG Remove and clean the spark plug every 30 hours. Check the electrode gap (0,5/0,6 mm. - 0.025 inches) = Replace spark plug about every 100 working hours or whenever i is extremely encrusted. — Heavy encrusted électrodes can result from an incorrect carburetor setting or from wrong fuel mixture (too much ol in the fuel mix) or à poor quality of oil in the fuel mix. Check and correct OIL FILTER The oi fiter is on the end of the oil suction hose inside the oi tank. To clean and replace the fier pul it out through the oi tank: fiter opening. Use a piece of bent wire or long forceps. To remove deposits from the oil tank half-il it with kerose- ne or petrol and shake thoroughly. Drain off and fill the tank with fresh saw chain ol. Never use waste oi.

5 FUEL FILTER To change fuel fiter remove the tank cap and pul out the fiter with a piece of bent wire or long forces. Replace the fiter as shoun in the ilustration and repositon it. I is recommended to replace the fuel fiter at least once a year. CHAIN BRAKE = WARNING: Contact your service dealer if anything appears wrong with your chain brake. Do not disassem- ble or manipulate the mechanism of the chain brake. - Clean the brake mechanism periodically (without disas- sembling it and control the wear of the band visual. + PERIODICALLY: Iis important to clean the saw thoroughly pariculay around cyinder fins to avoid overheating of the engine. + LONG STORAGE: Empty fuel and run engine until dry.

SAFETY CHAIN BRAKE CL 1

Your chain saw is fitted with a safety chainbrake desi- gned to stop the chain in milliseconds in case of kick- back. Always hold the saw firmly in both hands. The chain brake does not provide a total protection if the machine is used without taking the necessary precautions and maintenances The chain brake is intended to engage automaticaly in case of kickback. The chain brake can also be engaged manually by pushing the chain brake lever forwards.The manual use of the chain brake is recommended only at ide. Always test the chain brake before using your saw. Do this by engaging the brake at idle (see below). Ahrays release the brake before starting, Kickback may occur if the end of the bar (see illustrated angle) touches any solid object Never attempt to start a cut with the end of the bar. Kickback is a violent upward and rearward movement of the bar and may cause you to lose control of he machine Therefore you should avoid starting a cut with this part of the bar. AWways keep a firm grip on the saw with both hands because, in case of Kickback, it is the contact of the left hand with the brake lever which will help to engage the brake. CHAIN BRAKE TESTING: 1 The chain brake (A) is disengaged when brake lever is pul- led back and locked(chain can move).

2. The chain brake (A) is engaged when brake lever is in the

position (chain cannot rotatel. The chain brake should snap into both postions.f strong resistance is fet or lever does not move into either position, DO NOT USE YOUR SAW Take it immediately to an authorized servicing dealer. CHAIN CATCHER This unit is fitted with a chain catcher below the drive spocket. This is intended to stop the reanward movement of the chain in case of breakage or fit should come out of the bar. It should never be removed.

CHAIN SHARPENING 1 Chain cutter teeth can be sharpened with a round file, as follows: CHAIN FILE MP 370 GLX 5/32" The exact chain type is marked on the bottom half of the drive link which runs inside the bar groove. Filing can be made easier by also using a file holder. The chain can remain fited on the bar during sharpening. Before commencing, the chain should be tensioned cor- rectiy and the chain brake should be activated to prevent the chain from moving 2 To obtain a correct sharpening the flle must be carefully held to maintain 3 basic angles: — "A" Top angle 30°-35° —"B" External, side angle 85° - 90° = "C" Intemal, side angle 60° File in one direction only, from the “inside” of the cutter tooth towards the “outside”.

Do not allow the file to touch the chain as you bring it back to re-position it. Each cutter tooth should be filed with the same number of strokes. The flle should be held horizontally to the cutter tooth being sharpened. Best results to obtain a precise sideways angle can be obtained by holding the file so that it rises 0,5 mm above the top face of the cutter tooth. DEPTH GAUGE Correct depth gauge height is vital to ensure maximum chain life and cutting efficiency. The height of the depth gauge should be lowered as the cutter tooth is fled back: this height should be checked every 4 or 5 sharpenings. The best way to do this is to use a flat file and a depth gauge tool. The correct setting is 0.65 mm below the top edge of the cutter tooth. The cutter tooth depth gauge should then be rounded (D). Engine vil not start Engine runs badiy The chainsaw runs Engine runs bay or but doës not cut well Looses power when cuting Check STOP switch is in the position L. ° Control fuel level min. 25% tank capacity. ° Check air filter is clean. Q Remove spark plug, dry it, clean it and adjust it, and replace it, if necessary . Control and adjust the carburetor screws if necessary. Change fuel fier. Contact your dealer. Carefuly follow the chain assembly instructions. Check chain is sharp. Otherwise, contact Vour dealer. Engine still gives trouble: contact your dealer.