CS 420T Tronçonneuse - Chain saw MCCULLOCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CS 420T Tronçonneuse MCCULLOCH

Introduction Identification of Symbols Identification (What is What?) General Safety Precautions Assembly Fuel Handling Starting and Stopping

Working Techniques Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Table Technical Data Declaration of Conformity

INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a McCulloch product. You are thereby part of a story that started long ago, when the McCulloch Corporation started its manufacturing of engines during World War II. In 1949, when McCulloch introduced its first light one-man chain saw, woodworking would never be the same again. The line of innovative chain saws would continue over the decades, and business was expanded, first by airplane and kart engines in the 1950s, then by mini chainsaws in the 1960s. Later, in the 1970s and 80s, trimmers and blower/vacs were added to the range. Today, as a part of the Husqvarna group, McCulloch continues the tradition of powerful engines, technical innovations, and strong designs that have been our hallmarks for more than half a century. Lowering fuel consumption, emissions and noise levels are of top priority to us, as is improving safety and user-friendliness. We certainly hope that you will be satisfied with your McCulloch product, as it is designed to be your companion for a long time. By following this operators manual’s advice on usage, service, and maintenance, its lifespan can be extended. If you should need professional help with repair or service, please use the Service Locator at www.mcculloch.com. McCulloch has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of products without prior notice. This manual can also be downloaded at www.mcculloch.com.

IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS

WARNING! This chain saw can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the chain saw. Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection. Sound power level Always use two hands when operating the chain saw. Sound pressure level at 7,5 meters Chain brake, activated (right) This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives. Chain brake, not activated (left) WARNING! Contacting the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause serious injury.

Starting Reminder Move ON/STOP switch to the ON position. Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand until the engine fires. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the HALF CHOKE position. Pull choke/fast idle lever out to the full extent (to the FULL CHOKE position). Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand until the engine starts. Starting a warm engine IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?) Front Handle Chain Adjustment Tool Front Hand Guard (Bar Tool) Chain Bumper spike Starter Rope Idle Speed Screw ON/STOP Switch Choke/Fast Idle Lever Muffler Bar Oil Fill Cap Starter Housing Cylinder Cover Chain Brake Throttle Lock-out Rear Handle Throttle Trigger Fuel Mix Fill Cap Primer Bulb Chain Direction of Travel Clutch Cover Chain Catcher Outer Tensioning Bar Knob Ring

S Carefully plan your sawing operation in advance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and, if you are felling trees, a planned retreat path.

WARNING: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs except carburetor adjustments. This chain saw for forest service is only designed for cutting wood. Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious injury.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

WARNING: Long term inhalation of

the engine’s exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and dust from sawdust can result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: This machine produces

an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine. S Do not operate a chain saw with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combination of these persons may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use. S Operate the chain saw only in a well-ventilated outdoor area. S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree, unless you are specifically trained to do so. S Make sure the chain will not make contact with any object while starting the engine. Never try to start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut. S Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut. Applying pressure can cause you to lose control of the chain saw when the cut is completed and may cause serious personal injury. S Stop the engine before setting the saw down. S Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Always replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain brake immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise removed. S With the engine stopped, hand carry the chain saw with the muffler away from your body, and the guide bar and chain to the rear, preferably covered with a scabbard. S Secure the machine during transport. PLAN AHEAD S Read this manual carefully until you completely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before attempting to use the unit. S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found in this manual. Hearing Protection Snug Fitting Clothing Safety Shoes Safety Hat Eye Protection Heavy Duty Gloves Safety Chaps S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Secure hair above shoulder length. S Always use approved hearing protection. Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage hearing. Long--term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. S Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when the engine is running. S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a minimum of 10 meters away from the work area. Do not allow other people or animals to be near the chain saw when starting or operating the chain saw. S Do not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good physical condition and mentally alert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with your doctor before operating a chain saw. CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT

NOTE: In this section, the safety features of the chain saw and their function are explained. For inspection and maintenance, see instructions in the CHECKING, MAINTAINING AND SERVICING CHAIN SAW SAFETY EQUIPMENT section. See instructions under the WHAT IS WHAT? section, to find where these parts are located on your chain saw. The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if machine maintenance is not carried out correctly and if service and/or repairs are not carried out professionally. If you need further information, please contact your nearest service dealer.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

S Chain brake. Your chain saw is equipped with a chain brake that is designed to stop the chain from moving. S ON/STOP switch. Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the ON/STOP switch to the STOP position.

WARNING: The chain brake is designed to stop the chain immediately if you get

a kickback. The chain brake reduces the risk of accidents, but only you can prevent them. DO

NOT ASSUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE

WILL PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A KICKBACK. S Throttle trigger lock-- out. The throttle lock--out is designed to prevent accidental operation of the throttle trigger. S Chain catcher. The chain catcher is designed to catch the saw chain if it breaks. S Vibration damping system. Your chain saw is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to minimize vibration and make operation easier. SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An antivibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool. S ON/STOP switch. The ON/STOP switch should be used to stop the engine. S Have all chain saw service performed by a qualified service dealer with the exception of the items listed in the maintenance section of this manual. For example, if improper tools are used to remove or hold the flywheel when servicing the clutch, structural damage to the flywheel can occur and cause the flywheel to burst. S Make certain the saw chain stops moving when the throttle trigger is released. For correction, refer to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS. S Never modify your saw in any way. Use only attachments supplied or specifically recommended by the manufacturer. S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture. S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fasteners securely tightened. S Use only McCulloch accessories and replacement parts as recommended.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

S Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the saw. S Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in the areas where fuel is mixed or poured. There should be no smoking, open flames, or work that could cause sparks. Allow engine to cool before refueling. S Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; and use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw. S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fueling site before starting engine. S Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a non-combustible area, not on dry leaves, straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit. S Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. CHECKING, MAINTAINING

AND SERVICING CHAIN SAW

WARNING: Never use a chain saw

with defective safety equipment. Safety equipment must be inspected and maintained. If your chain saw does not pass inspection, take the saw to your nearest service dealer for repair. S Chain brake. Brush off any wood dust, resin and dirt from the chain brake and clutch drum. Dirt and wear can impair operation of the brake. For additional information, see OPERATING YOUR UNIT section. S Throttle trigger lock-- out. Check that the throttle trigger can not be operated until the throttle lock--out is pressed. S Chain catcher. Check that the chain catcher is not damaged and is firmly attached to the body of the chain saw. S Vibration damping system. Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation. Make sure the vibration damping units are securely attached to the engine unit and handle unit. KICKBACK

WARNING: Avoid kickback which

can result in serious injury. Kickback is the backward, upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when the saw chain near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the wood can also result in loss of chain saw control. S Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper tip of the guide bar. This contact can cause the chain to dig into the object,

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

which stops the chain for an instant. The result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the operator. S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the wood closes in and pinches the moving saw chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stopping of the chain results in a reversal of the chain force used to cut wood and causes the saw to move in the opposite direction of the chain rotation. The saw is driven straight back toward the operator. S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain contacts a foreign object in the wood in the cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stopping pulls the saw forward and away from the operator and could easily cause the operator to lose control of the saw. Avoid Pinch-- Kickback: S Be extremely aware of situations or obstructions that can cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise stop the chain. S Do not cut more than one log at a time. S Do not twist the saw as the bar is withdrawn from an undercut when bucking. Avoid Pull-- In: S Always begin cutting with the engine at full speed and the saw housing against wood. S Use wedges made of plastic or wood. Never use metal to hold the cut open. Kickback Path

lar intervals with the engine stopped, never with the engine running. Make sure the bar clamp nuts are securely tightened after tensioning the chain. Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If the chain is moving at a slower speed, there is greater chance of kickback occurring. Cut one log at a time. Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut. Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of the bar (plunge cuts). Watch for shifting logs or other forces that could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain. Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar and Low--Kickback Chain specified for your saw. MAINTAIN CONTROL Stand to the left of the saw Never reverse hand positions Elbow locked Avoid Obstructions Thumb on underside of handlebar Clear The Working Area

REDUCE THE CHANCE OF

KICKBACK S Recognize that kickback can happen. With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents. S Never let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the guide bar. S Keep the working area free from obstructions such as other trees, branches, rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid any obstruction that your saw chain could hit while you are cutting through a particular log or branch. S Keep your saw chain sharp and properly tensioned. A loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback occurring. Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Check tension at regu-

S Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both hands when the engine is running and don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the saw. Keep the fingers of your left hand encircling and your left thumb under the front handlebar. Keep your right hand completely around the rear handle whether your are right handed or left handed. Keep your left arm straight with the elbow locked. S Position your left hand on the front handlebar so it is in a straight line with your right hand on the rear handle when making bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left hand positions for any type of cutting. S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on both feet. S Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to keep your body from being in a direct line with the cutting chain. S Do not overreach. You could be drawn or thrown off balance and lose control of the saw.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

S Do not cut above shoulder height. It is difficult to maintain control of saw above shoulder height.I Low-Kickback Chain Contoured Depth Gauge Elongated Guard Link Deflects Kickback Force And Allows Wood To Gradually Ride Into Cutter S Handguard, designed to reduce the chance of your left hand contacting the chain if your hand slips off the front handlebar. S Position of front and rear handlebars, designed with distance between handles and “in-line” with each other. The spread and “in-line” position of the hands provided by this design work together to give balance and resistance in controlling the pivot of the saw back toward the operator if kickback occurs.

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

WARNING: The following features

are included on your saw to help reduce the hazard of kickback; however, such features will not totally eliminate this dangerous reaction. As a chain saw user, do not rely only on safety devices. You must follow all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in this manual to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury. S Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed with a small radius tip which reduces the size of the kickback danger zone on the bar tip. A Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar has been demonstrated to significantly reduce the number and seriousness of kickbacks.

WARNING: DO NOT RELY UPON

ANY OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR

SAW. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW

PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID

KICKBACK. Reduced--kickback guide bars and low--kickback saw chains reduce the chance and magnitude of kickback and are recommended. Your saw has a low kickback chain and bar as original equipment. Repairs on a chain brake should be made by an authorized servicing dealer. Take your unit to the place of purchase if purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized master service dealer. S Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse REACTION, kicking the guide bar up and back toward the operator. S Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator. S Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw. Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar Small Radius Tip Symmetrical Guide Bar Large Radius Tip S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a contoured depth gauge and guard link which deflect kickback force and allow wood to gradually ride into the cutter. ASSEMBLY Protective gloves (not provided) should be worn during assembly.

ATTACHING THE BUMPER

SPIKE (if not already attached) The bumper spike may be used as a pivot when making a cut.

1. Loosen and remove bar knob completely

by lifting lever and turning counterclockwise. Remove clutch cover.

2. Attach the bumper spike with the two

screws as illustrated.

ATTACHING THE BAR AND

CHAIN (if not already attached) Tip of Bar

WARNING: Recheck each assembly step if the saw is received assembled. Always wear gloves when handling the chain.

The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving!

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP position.

2. Loosen and remove bar knob completely

by lifting lever and turning counterclockwise.

CUTTERS MUST FACE IN

DIIRECTION OF ROTATION

Depth Gauge Cutters Lever Drive Links

6. Place chain over and behind clutch retainer, fitting the drive links in the clutch

7. Fit bottom of drive links between the

teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the guide bar.

8. Fit chain drive links into bar groove.

9. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug

in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive links are in the bar groove.

10. Install clutch cover making sure the adjusting pin is positioned in the lower hole

in the guide bar. This pin moves the bar forward (tightening the chain) and backward (loosening the chain) as the outer tensioning ring is turned. LOOSEN

3. Remove clutch cover and plastic shipping spacer (if present).

Clutch Cover Back view of clutch cover Bar Knob Location of shipping spacer Adjusting pin CAUTION: It is very important when instal- ling the clutch cover that the adjusting pin aligns into the lower hole in the guide bar. Failure to install the clutch cover correctly may result in permanent damage to your chain saw.

5. Carefully remove the chain from the package. Hold chain with the drive links as

shown. Adjusting Pin Lower Hole Guide Bar

11. Install bar knob. Once the chain is tensioned, you will need to tighten bar knob.

ASSEMBLY CHAIN TENSION (including units with chain already installed)

3. Using a screwdriver, move chain around

guide bar to ensure all links are in bar groove.

4. While lifting tip of guide bar, use the lever to

tighten bar knob securely (clockwise). Hand tighten only!

WARNING: Wear protective gloves

when handling chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving. NOTE: When adjusting chain tension, make sure the bar knob is finger tight only. Attempting to tension the chain when the bar knob is tight can cause damage. Bar Knob Checking the tension: Use a screwdriver to move chain around guide bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too tight. If the chain is too loose, it will sag below the bar. Lever Guide Bar Bar Screwdriver Outer Tensioning Ring Knob TIGHTEN

5. Return lever on bar knob to original position.

Adjusting the tension: Chain tension is very important. Chains stretch during use. This is especially true during the first few times you use your saw. Always check chain tension each time before you start the chain saw.

1. Lift lever on bar knob and turn counterclockwise 1 turn to loosen clutch cover.

WARNING: Failure to return lever on

bar knob to original position could result in serious personal injury or damage to your chain saw.

6. Use a screwdriver to move chain around

7. If chain does not rotate, it is too tight. Use

the lever to loosen bar knob 1 turn (counterclockwise); then, loosen chain by turning the outer tensioning ring (counterclockwise). Retighten bar knob.

8. If chain is too loose, it will sag below the

guide bar. DO NOT operate the saw if the chain is loose. NOTE: The chain is tensioned correctly when the weight of the chain does not cause it to sag below the guide bar (with the chain saw sitting in an upright position), but the chain still moves. Lever LOOSEN

2. Turn outer tensioning ring (clockwise) to

tighten chain until chain solidly contacts bottom of guide bar rail. Lift tip of guide bar while adjusting tension. Loosen chain

WARNING: If the saw is operated

with a loose chain, the chain could jump off the guide bar and result in serious injury.

WARNING: Muffler is very hot during

and after use. Do not touch the muffler or allow combustible material such as dry grass or fuel to do so. Tighten chain Outer Tensioning Ring

FUEL HANDLING FUEL Note! The machine is equipped with a twostroke engine and must always be run using a mixture of petrol and two-stroke oil. It is important to accurately measure the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct mixture is obtained. When mixing small amounts of fuel, even small inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of the mixture.

WARNING: Always ensure there is

adequate ventilation when handling fuel. PETROL S Use good quality unleaded or leaded petrol. S The lowest recommended octane grade is 90 (RON). S If you run the engine on a lower octane grade than 90 so--called knocking can occur. This gives rise to a high engine temperature and increased bearing load, which can result in serious engine damage. S When working with continuous high revs (e.g. limbing) a higher octane is recommended. Running-- in AvoId running at a too high speed for extended periods during the first 10 hours. TWO-STROKE OIL S For best results and performance use Universal, Universal powered by McCulloch two--stroke engine oil, which is specially formulated for our air cooled two--stroke engines. S Never use two-stroke oil intended for watercooled engines, sometimes referred to as outboard oil (rated TCW). S Never use oil intended for four--stroke engines. S A poor oil quality and/or too high oil/fuel ratio may jeopardise function and decrease the lifetme of catalytic converters. MIXING RATIO 1:50 (2%) with Universal, Universal powered by McCulloch two-stroke oil. 1:33 (3%) with oils class JASO FB or ISO EGB formulated for air-cooled, two-stroke engines. Petrol, litre

Two-- Stroke Oil, litre 2% (1:50) 3% (1:33) 0,10 0,20 0,30 0,40 0,15 0,30 0,45 0,60 MIXING S Always mix the petrol and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. S Always start by filling half the amount of the petrol to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of petrol. S Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the machine’s fuel tank. S Do not mix more than one month’s supply of fuel at a time. S If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned. CHAIN OIL S We recommend the use of special oil (chain oil) with good adhesion characteristics. S Never use waste oil. This results in damage to the oil pump, the bar and the chain. S It is important to use oil of the right grade (suitable viscosity range) to suit the air temperature. S In temperatures below 0°C (32°F) some oils become too viscous. This can overload the oil pump and result in damage to the oil pump components. S Contact your service dealer when choosing chain oil. FUELING

WARNING: Taking the following precautions will lessen the risk of fire: do not

smoke and do not place any hot objects in the vicinity of fuel; always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refueling; when refueling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gently; tighten the fuel cap carefully after refueling; always move the machine away from the refueling area and source before starting. Clean the area around the fuel cap. Clean the fuel and chain oil tanks regularly. The fuel filter must be replaced at least once a year. Contamination in the tanks causes malfunction. Make sure the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before refuelling. The capacities of the chain oil tank and fuel tank are carefully matched. You should therefore always fill the chain oil tank and fuel tank at the same time.

WARNING: Fuel and fuel vapour are

highly flammable. Take care when handling fuel and chain oil. Be aware of the risks of fire, explosion and those associated with inhalation.

The chain must not move when the engine runs at idle speed. If the chain moves at idle speed refer to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious burns. To stop the engine, move the ON/STOP switch to the STOP position. To start the engine, hold the saw firmly on the ground as illustrated below. Make sure the chain is free to turn without contacting any object. Use only 15″ -- 18″ (40 -- 45 cm) of rope per pull. Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.

3. Pull out choke/fast idle to the full extent

(to the FULL CHOKE position).

4. Pull the starter rope sharply with your

right hand until the engine fires, which can be heard through a “puff” sound. Then, proceed to the next step. NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling and immediately proceed to the next step.

5. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the

HALF CHOKE position.

6. Pull the starter rope sharply with your

right hand until the engine starts.

7. Allow the engine to run for approximately

30 seconds. Then, squeeze and release throttle trigger to allow engine to return to idle speed. There is a simplified start reminder with illustrations to describe each step on the rear edge of the chain saw. Right Foot Through Rear Handle

REMEMBER When pulling the starter rope, do not use the full extent of the rope as this can cause the rope to break. Do not let starter rope snap back. Hold the handle and let the rope rewind slowly. For cold weather starting, start the unit at full choke; allow the engine to warm up before squeezing the throttle trigger. NOTE: Do not cut material with the choke/fast idle lever at the FULL CHOKE position.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE

(or a warm engine after running out of fuel) NOTE: In the following steps, when the choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full extent, the correct throttle setting for starting is set automatically. IGNITION SWITCH STOP Choke Lever

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON position.

2. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON position.

2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the

FULL CHOKE position to set the fast idle, then push the lever in to the HALF CHOKE position.

3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.

4. Pull the starter rope sharply with your

right hand until the engine starts.

5. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to

allow engine to return to idle speed. DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a flooded engine) The engine may be flooded with too much fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls. Flooded engines can be cleared of excess fuel by pushing the choke/fast idle lever in completely (to the OFF CHOKE position) and then following the warm engine starting procedure listed above. Ensure the ON/ STOP switch is in the ON position. Starting could require pulling the starter rope handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If engine fails to start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE.

WARNING: Ensure chain brake is

disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible. The chain brake must be disengaged before cutting with the saw. S This saw is equipped with a chain brake. The brake is designed to stop the chain if kickback occurs. S The inertia activated chain brake is activated if the front hand guard is pushed forward, either manually or by centrifugal force. S If the brake is already activated, it is disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible. S When cutting with the saw, the chain brake must be disengaged. Disengaged

WARNING: Felling a tree requires

chain saw skills and experience. Inexperienced users should not fell trees. Do not attempt any task that makes you feel uncomfortable or unsure. Engaged IMPORTANT POINTS

WARNING: Sometimes wood chips

get stuck in the clutch cover causing the chain to jam. Always stop the engine before cleaning. S Check chain tension before first use and after 1 minute of operation. See CHAIN TENSION in the ASSEMBLY section. S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics, masonry, non-wood building materials, etc. S The bumper spike may be used as a pivot when making a cut. S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object. Inspect the saw and repair parts as necessary. S Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even a small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain and increase the possibility of kickback. S Practice cutting a few small logs using the following techniques to get the “feel” of using your saw before you begin a major sawing operation. S Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow the engine to reach full speed before cutting. S Begin cutting with the saw frame against the log. S Keep the engine at full speed the entire time you are cutting. S Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert only light downward pressure. S Release the throttle trigger as soon as the cut is completed, allowing the engine to idle. If you run the saw at full throttle without a cutting load, unnecessary wear can occur. S To avoid losing control when cut is complete, do not put pressure on saw at end of cut. S Stop the engine before setting the saw down.

WARNING: Do not cut near buildings

or electrical wires if you do not know the direction of tree fall, at night since you will not be able to see well, or during bad weather such as rain, snow, or strong winds. as fall is unpredictable. Carefully plan your sawing operation in advance. You need a clear area all around the tree so you can have secure footing. Check for broken or dead branches which can fall on you causing serious injury. Natural conditions that can cause a tree to fall in a particular direction include: S The wind direction and speed. S The lean of the tree. The lean of a tree might not be apparent due to uneven or sloping terrain. Use a plumb or level to determine the direction of tree lean. S Weight and branches on one side. S Surrounding trees and obstacles. Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is rotted, it can snap and fall toward the operator. Make sure there is enough room for the tree to fall. Maintain a distance of 2-1/2 tree lengths from the nearest person or other objects. Engine noise can drown out a warning call. Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made. Plan a clear retreat path Direction of Fall 45_

(15 cm in diameter or larger) The notch method is used to fell large trees. A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the desired direction of fall. After a felling cut is made on the opposite side of tree, the tree will tend to fall into the notch.

NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE

TREE S Make notch cut by cutting the top of the notch first. Cut through 1/3 of the diameter of the tree. Next complete the notch by cutting the bottom of the notch. See illustration. Once the notch is cut remove the notch of wood from the tree.

WORKING TECHNIQUES First cut Final cut here. 5 cm above center of notch. 5 cm Notch 5 cm Second cut S After removing the wood from the notch, make the felling cut on the opposite side of the notch. This is done by making a cut about 5 cm higher than the center of the notch. This will leave enough uncut wood between the felling cut and the notch to form a hinge. This hinge will help prevent the tree from falling in the wrong direction. Hinge holds tree on stump and helps control fall Opening of felling cut Closing of notch S Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never allow another person to hold the log while cutting and never hold the log with your leg or foot. S Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs, and roots are tangled. Drag the logs into a clear area before cutting by pulling out exposed and cleared logs first.

TYPES OF CUTTING USED

WARNING: If saw becomes pinched

or hung in a log, don’t try to force it out. You can lose control of the saw resulting in injury and/or damage to the saw. Stop the saw, drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the cut until the saw can be removed easily. Restart the saw and carefully reenter the cut. Do not attempt to restart your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log. Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or wooden wedge to force cut open. Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the saw against the log. When overcutting use light downward pressure. Overcutting NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use wedges to open the cut when necessary to control the direction of fall. To avoid kickback or chain damage, use wood or plastic wedges, but never steel or iron wedges. S Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall: cracking sounds, widening of the felling cut, or movement in the upper branches. S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down, and get away quickly on your planned retreat path. S DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree with your saw. Be extremely cautious with partially fallen trees that may be poorly supported. When a tree doesn’t fall completely, set the saw aside and pull down the tree with a cable winch, block and tackle, or tractor. Undercutting Undercutting involves cutting on the underside of the log with top of saw against the log. When undercutting use light upward pressure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control. The saw will tend to push back toward you.

WARNING: Never turn saw upside

down to undercut. The saw cannot be controlled in this position. First cut on pressure side of log

CUTTING A FALLEN TREE

Second cut (BUCKING) Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen tree to the desired log length.

WARNING: Do not stand on the log

being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss of footing and control. Do not stand downhill of the log being cut. Important points S Cut only one log at a time. S Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp pieces of wood could be flung toward operator. Second cut First cut on pressure side of log

SUPPORT S Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the log. S Roll the log over and finish with a second overcut.

WORKING TECHNIQUES S Give special attention to logs under strain to prevent the saw from pinching. Make the first cut on the pressure side to relieve the stress on the log.

BUCKING USING A LOG OR

SUPPORT STAND S Remember your first cut is always on the pressure side of the log. S Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the diameter of the log. S Finish with your second cut. Using a log for support 2nd Cut

WARNING: Never climb into a tree to

limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, platforms, a log, or in any position which can cause you to lose your balance or control of the saw. IMPORTANT POINTS S Watch out for springpoles. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs. Slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance. S Be alert for springback. Watch out for branches that are bent or under pressure. Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released. S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear branches out of the way to avoid tripping over them. LIMBING 1st Cut 1st Cut 2nd Cut Using a support stand 2nd Cut S Always limb a tree after it is cut down. Only then can limbing be done safely and properly. S Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as you work. S Start at base of the felled tree and work toward the top, cutting branches and limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut. S Keep the tree between you and the chain as much as possible. S Remove larger, supporting branches with the cutting techniques described in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT. S Always use an overcut to cut small and freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could cause limbs to fall and pinch saw. PRUNING 1st Cut 1st Cut 2nd Cut

WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs

shoulder height or below. Do not cut if branches are higher than your shoulder. Get a professional to do the job. S Make your fist cut 1/3 of the way through the bottom of the limb. S Next make a 2nd cut all the way through the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving a 3 to 5 cm collar from the trunk of the tree. Second cut Third cut

WARNING: Be alert for and guard

against kickback. Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other branched or objects at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or pruning. Allowing such contact can result in serious injury. Collar

First cut Pruning technique

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Improper maintenance could result in serious engine damage or in serious injury.

Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance, except for carburetor adjustments. We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual be performed by an Authorized Service Dealer. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check: Fuel mixture level . . . . Before each use Bar lubrication . . . . . . . Before each use Chain tension . . . . . . . Before each use Chain sharpness . . . . Before each use For damaged parts . . Before each use For loose caps . . . . . . Before each use For loose fasteners . . . Before each use For loose parts . . . . . . Before each use Inspect and Clean: Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours* Chain brake . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours* Spark arresting screen and muffler . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours* Replace spark plug . Yearly Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly

• Hours of Operation creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions. Cleaning the air filter: A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.

1. Clean the cover and the area around it to

keep dirt and sawdust from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.

2. Remove the parts as illustrated.

3. Wash the filter in soap and water. Rinse

in clean cool water. Air dry completely before reinstalling.

Cylinder Cover Air Filter Cover Air Filter CHAIN BRAKE

WARNING: If the brake band is worn

too thin it may break when the chain brake is triggered. With a broken brake band, the chain brake will not stop the chain. The chain brake should be replaced by an authorized service dealer if any part is worn to less than 0,02″ (0,5 mm) thick. Repairs on a chain brake should be made by an authorized service dealer. Take your unit to the place of purchase if purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized master service dealer.

BRAKING FUNCTION CONTROL

CAUTION: The chain brake must be checked several times daily. The engine must be running when performing this procedure. This is the only instance when the saw should be placed on the ground with the engine running. Place the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear handle with your right hand and the front handle with your left hand. Apply full throttle by fully depressing the throttle trigger. Activate the chain brake by turning your left wrist against the hand guard without releasing your grip around the front handle. The chain should stop immediately. AIR FILTER CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent to avoid BAR MAINTENANCE If your saw cuts to one side, has to be forced through the cut, or been run with an improper amount of bar lubrication it may be necessary to service your bar. A worn bar will damage your chain and make cutting difficult. After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust from the guide bar and sprocket hole. To maintain guide bar: S Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP position. S Loosen and remove bar nuts and chain brake. Remove bar and chain from saw. S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each 5 hours of operation. Remove Sawdust From Guide Bar Groove Oil Holes S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal process of rail wear. Remove these burrs with a flat file. S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to restore square edges and sides.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Tools required: File Rail Edges and Sides Square Worn Groove Correct Groove Replace guide bar when the groove is worn, the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when excess heating or burring of the rails occurs. If replacement is necessary, use only the guide bar specified for your saw in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chain saw. SPARK PLUG The spark plug should be replaced each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.

1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.

2. Remove the cylinder cover.

3. Pull off the spark plug boot.

4. Remove spark plug from cylinder and

5. Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark

plug and tighten securely with a 19 mm socket wrench. Spark plug gap should be 0,5 mm.

6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3

screws. Tighten securely. S 5/32 inch (4 mm) diameter round file and file holder S Flat file S Depth gauge tool TO SHARPEN CHAIN:

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP

2. Check chain for proper tension. Adjust

chain tension if necessary.

S To sharpen the cutters, position the file holder level (90° ) so that it rests on the top edges of the cutter and depth gauge. NOTE: The chain has both left and right hand cutters. File Holder File Cutter 90° Depth Gauge S Align the 30° file holder marks parallel with the bar and to the center of the chain. Cutter Cylinder Cover 30° File Holder Line Spark Plug Boot S Sharpen cutters on one side of the chain first. File from the inside of each cutter to the outside. Then, turn the chain saw around and repeat the process for the other side of the chain. S File on the forward stroke only. Use 2 or 3 strokes per cutting edge. S Keep all cutters the same length when filing. S File enough to remove any damage to cutting edges (side plate and top plate of cutter). Remove Damage All Cutters Same Length Spark Plug CHAIN SHARPENING

WARNING: Improper chain sharpening techniques and/or depth gauge maintenance will increase the chance of kickback

which can result in serious injury.

WARNING: Wear protective gloves

when handling chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving. Conditions which indicate the need for chain sharpening: S Reduction in size of wood chips. The size of the wood chip will decrease as the chain gets duller until it becomes more like a powder than a chip. Note that dead or rotted wood will not produce a good chip. S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle. S Saw has to be forced through the cut. Cutter Top Plate Side Plate S File chain to meet the specifications as shown. 80° 30°

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Hook Angle 0,65 mm Right Too Much Hook Angle Rounded Corner Squared Off Corner Wrong

WARNING: Maintain the proper hook

angle according to the manufacturer’s specifications for the chain you are using. Improper hook angle will increase the chance of kickback which can result in serious injury.

4. Check and lower depth gauges.

Depth Gauge Tool File Depth Gauge S Place gauge tool on cutter. S If the depth gauge is higher than the depth gauge tool, file it level to the top of the depth gauge tool. S Maintain rounded front corner of depth gauge with a flat file. NOTE: The very top of the depth gauge should be flat with the front half rounded off with a flat file. If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure, contact your authorized service dealer. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: The chain will be moving

during most of this procedure. Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions. The chain must not move at idle speed. The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the following conditions: S Chain moves at idle. See IDLE SPEED--T adjusting procedure. S Saw will not idle. See IDLE SPEED--T adjusting procedure. Idle Speed--T Allow engine to idle. If the chain moves, idle is too fast. If the engine stalls, idle is too slow. Adjust speed until engine runs without chain movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too slow). The idle speed screw is located in the area above the primer bulb and is labeled T. S Turn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to increase engine speed. S Turn idle speed screw (T) counterclockwise to decrease engine speed. STORAGE

WARNING: Stop engine and allow to

cool, and secure the unit before storing or transporting in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. Store unit with all guards in place. Position so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out of reach of children. S Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit. Start engine and allow to run until it stops. S Clean the unit before storing. Pay particular attention to the air intake area, keeping it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and sponge to clean the plastic surfaces. S Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. S Store in a dry area out of the reach of children. S Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before long--term storage. S The guide bar and chain must always be covered with a scabbard when the machine is being transported or in storage in order to prevent accident contact with the sharp chain. Even a non--moving chain can cause serious cuts to yourself or persons you bump into with an exposed chain. CAUTION: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to fuel mixture separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the engine.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. TROUBLE CAUSE Engine will not start or will run only a few seconds after starting.

1. Ignition switch off.

Engine will not idle properly.

1. Idle speed requires

2. Carburetor requires

adjustment. Engine will not accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load. Engine smokes excessively. Chain moves at idle speed.

4. Spark plug not firing.

5. Fuel not reaching

1. Move ignition switch to ON.

2. See “Difficult Starting” in

3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

4. Install new spark plug.

5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

Check for kinked or split fuel line; repair or replace.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the

Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Air filter dirty. Spark plug fouled. Chain brake engaged. Carburetor requires adjustment.

1. Too much oil mixed with

1. Idle speed requires

2. Clutch requires repair.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the

Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

1. Empty fuel tank and refill with

correct fuel mixture.

Sound power level, guaranteed LWA dB(A) Sound levels (see Note 2) Equivalent sound pressure level at the operators’ ear, dB(A) 99,7 99,7 99,7 Equivalent vibration levels, ahv,eq (see Note 3) Front handle, m/s2 2,4 2,4 2,4 2,4 2,4 2,4 Rear handle, m/s2 Chain/bar Standard bar length, inch/cm 14/35, 16/40, 18/45 Recommended bar lengths, inch/cm 14--18 / 35--45 Usable cutting length, inch/cm 13--17 / 34--44 Pitch, inch 0,375 / 3/8″ Thickness of drive links, inch/mm 0,050/1,3 Type of drive sprocket/number of teeth Chain speed at max. power, m/sec 18,5 Note 1: Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power (LWA) in conformity with EC directive 2000/14/EC. Note 2: Equivalent sound pressure level, according to ISO 22868, is calculated as the time--weighted energy total for different sound pressure levels under various working conditions. Typical statistical dispersion for equivalent sound pressure level is a standard deviation of 1 dB(A). Note 3: Equivalent vibration level, according to ISO 22867, is calculated as the time-weighted energy total for vibration levels under various working conditions. Reported data for equivalent vibration level has a typical statistical dispersion (standard deviation) of 1 m/s2.

TECHNICAL DATA Bar and chain combinations The following cutting attachments are approved for model McCulloch CS 360T, CS 400T, and CS 420T. Bar Length, Pitch, Gauge, inch inch

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

EC Declaration of Conformity (Only applies to Europe) We, Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46--36--146500, as authorised representative in the Community, declare that the chain saw for forest service models McCulloch CS 360T, CS 400T, and CS 420T SAS-AV with serial numbers dating from 2012 and onwards (the year is clearly stated on the rating plate, followed by the serial number), comply with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVES: of 17 May 2006 “relating to machinery” 2006/42/EC; of 15 December 2004 “relating to electromagnetic compatibility” 2004/108/EC, and applicable supplements; and of 8 May 2000 “relating to the noise emissions in the environment” in accordance with Annex V of 2000/14/EC. For information relating to noise emissions, see Technical data section. The following standards have been applied: ISO 12100:2010, CISPR 12:2007, ISO 11681-1:2011. Notified body, 0404, SMP Svensk Maskinprovning AB, Fyrisborgsgatan 3 S--754 50 Uppsala, Sweden, has carried out EC type examination in accordance with the machinery directive’s (2006/42/EC) article 12, point 3b. The certificates for EC type examination in accordance with annex IX, have the numbers: 0404/12/2359. The supplied chain saw conforms to the example that underwent EC type examination. 12--10--15 Ronnie E. Goldman, Director of Engineering Authorized representative for Husqvarna AB and responsible for technical documentation

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