User manual DOLMAR PS32CTLC35

[. . . ] Only use the chain saw for operations described in this instruction manual. The chain saw cable does not provide the operator with the mobility and safety required for such work. Wear the following protective clothing during work: · A tested safety helmet, if a hazard is presented by falling branches or similar; · a face mask or goggles; · Suitable ear protection (ear muffs, custom or mouldable ear plugs). Safety shoes or boots with non-slip soles, steel toes, and cut-resistant fabric lining; · A breathing mask, when carrying out work which produces dust (e. [. . . ] Turn the adjusting dial counterclockwise to release the saw chain tension. To install the saw chain, fit in one end of the saw chain on the top of the guide bar and the other end of it around the sprocket. 7) At this time, fit the saw chain as shown in the figure because it rotates in the direction of arrow. Place the sprocket cover on the chain saw so that the hook at its back cover is inserted into a hole in the chain saw and the adjusting pin is positioned in a small hole in the guide bar. Press in the lever and with the lever depressed turn it fully clockwise to tighten the nut. Then make it about a quarter turn counterclockwise to loosen the nut lightly. NOTE: Individuals with poor circulation who are exposed to excessive vibration may experience injury to blood vessels or the nervous system. Vibration may cause the following symptoms to occur in the fingers, hands or wrists: "Falling asleep "(numbness), tingling, pain, stabbing sensation, alteration of skin colour or of the skin. Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on the tool. With the lever depressed, make a quarter turn on it counterclockwise to loosen the nut lightly. The gap between the guide bar and the tie strap of the saw chain should be approx. 17) Unscrew the oil filler cap and add oil up to the lower edge of the filler neck. When the chain saw is used for the first time, it may take up to two minutes for the saw chain oil to begin its lubricating effect upon the saw mechanism. 21) Before starting work, check the oil level in the tank, and the oil delivery. 28) - Make the back cut a little higher than the base cut of the scarf. Leave approximately 1/10 of the trunk diameter between the back cut and the scarf. Do not cut right through the fibers under any circumstances, as the tree will otherwise fall unchecked. Keep an area clear to the rear of the falling tree up to an angle of 45 ° either side of the tree axis (refer to the "felling area" figure). Bucking For bucking cuts, rest the serrated rail shown in the figure on the wood to be cut. 22) With the saw chain running, saw into the wood, using the rear handle to raise the saw and the front one to guide it. Continue the cut by applying slight pressure to the front handle, easing the saw back slightly. Move the serrated rail further down the timber and raise the front handle again. [. . . ] Small dust or particles built up in the oil filter may impair the oil discharge flow and cause an insufficient lubrication on the whole saw chain. When a poor chain oil delivery occurs at the top of guide bar, clean the filter as follows. (Refer to the section titled "Installing or removing saw chain". ) Remove the push nut using a slotted bit screwdriver with a slender shaft or the like. [. . . ]