CONTENTS
Before using a new saw
Contents
Y Read the instructions carefully.
Y Check cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See
page 25.
Key to symbols .......................................... 2
Y Refuel and start the saw. Check the carburettor settings.
See pages 26-29.Safety instructions
Y Do not use the saw until sufficient chain oil has reached the
Personal protective equipment ........................ 4
chain, see page 14.
Chain saw safety equipment ........................... 4
IMPORTANT! If the carburettor mixture is too lean it greatlyInspecting, maintaining and servicing chain saw safety
increases the risk of engine failure.
equipment ............................................................................ 8
Poor maintenance of the air filter will cause carbon build-up on
Cutting equipment ..........................................10
the spark plug and lead to difficult starting.
If the chain is badly adjusted it will cause increased wear orHow to avoid kiclback.....................................16
damage to the bar, drive sprocket and chain.
General safety precautions.............................18
General working instructions ......................... 19
What is what?
What is what? .................................................................... 24
Under no circumstances should you modifyAssembly
the original design of the chain saw withoutMounting guide bar and chain ........................................... 25
!approval from the manufacturer. Always use
Fuel handling
genuine spare parts. Unauthorized
modifications or accessories may lead toFuelmix .............................................................................. 26
serious injury or death.Fuelling .............................................................................. 27
Start and stop
Start and stop .................................................................... 28
A chain saw is a dangerous tool if usedMaintenance
carelessly or incorrectly and can cause
Carburettor ........................................................................ 29
!serious, even fatal injuries. It is very important
Starter device .................................................................... 30
that you read and understand these
Air filter .............................................................................. 31
instructions.
Spark plug ......................................................................... 31
Muffler................................................................................ 31
Needle bearing maintenance ............................................ 32
Adjustment of the oil pump ................................................ 32
Cooling system .................................................................. 32
Heated handles ................................................................. 32
Winter use ......................................................................... 32
Daily maintenance ............................................................. 33
Weekly maintenance ......................................................... 33
Monthly maintenance ........................................................ 33
Technical data
42 ...................................................................................... 34
242XP ................................................................................ 34
246 .................................................................................... 35
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