Talon AC210516 User Manual

USER MANUAL

Electric Chain Saws

DOUBLE INSULATED

WARNING • PLEASE READ

Beware of kickback. Hold chain saw firmly with both hands when using. For your own safety, please read and follow the safety precautions in this manual before attempting to operate your chain saw. Improper use can cause serious injury.

MODEL NO. AC210516, AC210518

6096-210509

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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Meaning of symbols marked on the product

Read the user manual before using the machine

Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes

Wear ear protector to protect against noise

Wear dust mask to protect against dust

Wear gloves to protect your hands

Wear safety boots to protect against electric shock

Do not expose to rain

Remove plug from the mains immediately if cable is damaged or cut

WARNING!

When using electric tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

Read all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions.

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WARNING: Take care not to expose this tool to rain and remove plug from mains immediately if the supply cable is damaged.

Keep work area clean

Cluttered areas invite injuries. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path from the falling tree.

2. Consider work area environment

Use extreme caution when cutting small sized brush and sapling, as slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless you are specifically trained to do so. When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring back so that you will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibers is released. Do not expose the chain saw to rain. Do not use the chain saw in damp or wet locations. Do not use the chain saw in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.

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Store idle chain saw

When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, high or locked up place, out of reach of children.

4. Do not force the chain saw

The chain saw will do a better and safer job when used at the rate for which it was intended.

5. Use the right tool

Cut wood only. Do not use the chain saw for purposes for which it was not intended. For example, do not use the chain saw for cutting plastic, masonry, or non-building materials.

6. Dress properly

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can get caught in moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

Use safety gear

Use safety glasses, safety footwear, snug fitting clothing, protective gloves, and protective hearing and head gear.

Carrying the saw

Carry the saw by the front handle with the saw stopped. Keep your finger off the switch, and make sure that the guide bar and saw chain are to the rear.

Do not abuse the cord

Never carry the tool by the cord or pull it to disconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

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Secure work

Use clamps or a vice to hold the work.

11. Do not overreach

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

12. Maintain the chain saw with care

Inspect the chain saw cords periodically and, if damaged, have them repaired by an authorized service facility. Keep the cord clear of the chain and operator at all times. Never carry the saw by the cord or pull it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep the cord from oil and sharp edges. Inspect the extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance.

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

13. Disconnect the chain saw

Disconnect the chain saw when not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories and attachments such as saw chain and guard.

14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches

Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.

15. Avoid unintentional starting

Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.

16. Use outdoor extension leads

Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use and which are so marked.

17. Stay alert

Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the chain saw when you are tired. Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the motor is operating. Before you start the saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything.

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Check damaged parts

Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service centre unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service facility. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.

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19. Warning!

The use of any accessory or attachment, other than those recommended in this instruction manual, may present a risk of personal injury.

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Have your tool repaired by a qualified person

This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user.

WARNING: Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning-fast reverse action, kicking the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw, which could result in serious injury to the user. The following precautions should be followed to minimize kickback.

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Guard against KICKBACK

A. GRIP SAW FIRMLY: Hold the chain saw firmly with both hands when the motor is running.

Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle.

B. Do not over reach.

C. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

D. Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, ground or other obstruction.

E. Do not cut above shoulder height.

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Use devices, such as low-kickback chain, guide bar nose guards, chain brakes and special guide bars, which reduce the risks associated with kickback.

G. Use only replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the equivalent.

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Power supply

Connect the chain saw to correct voltage; be sure that the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool.

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DO NOT operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Be sure that the saw chain stops moving when the trigger is released.

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DO NOT attempt operations beyond your capacity or experience.

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DO NOT operate a chain saw with one hand! Serious injury to the operator, helpers, or bystanders may result from one-handed operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use.

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TO REDUCE potential for electric shock, do not operate the saw on wet or slippery surfaces, or during snow storms, rain storms, and other adverse weather conditions.

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27. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or grease.

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DO NOT allow dirt, debris or sawdust to build up on the motor or outside air vents.

29. Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain.

30. Cut at high motor speeds.

31. Operation of a chain saw should be restricted to mature, properly instructed individuals.

32. Your chain saw is intended for occasional homeowner use. It is not made for heavy continuous use.

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DO NOT FORCE a small saw to do a job requiring a heavier duty unit.

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Examine the electrical switches. Do not use the chain saw if the switches do not properly turn on and off. Do not attempt to make any repairs to the electric switches. Take your saw to a Talon Authorized

Service Center.

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Maintain extension cords Inspect the extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Only use power cords that are suitably marked for outdoor use.

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DO NOT operate your chain saw near or around flammable liquids or gases, whether in or out of doors. An explosion and/or fire may result.

37. All chain saw service, other than the items listed in the user manual safety and maintenance instructions, should be performed by competent chain saw personnel. Do not attempt to repair it yourself; there are no user serviceable parts inside.

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NEVER REMOVE , modify or make inoperative any safety device furnished with your unit. The CHAIN

BRAKE ® /Hand Guard is a major safety feature. The saw will not run when the CHAIN BRAKE ® is tripped.

39. It is intended for infrequent use by homeowner’s, cottagers and campers, and for such general applications such as clearing, pruning, cutting firewood, etc.

It is not intended for prolonged use. If the intended use involves prolonged periods of operation, this may cause circulatory problems in the user’s hands due to vibration. It may be appropriate to use a saw having an anti-vibration feature.

40. Safety clothing required by government regulations, or your employer should be used; otherwise, snug fitting clothing, safety footwear, and hand and ear protection should be worn.

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SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AC210516 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AC210518

Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1800Watt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1800Watt

No Load Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,000/min. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,000/min.

Cutting Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 m/sec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 m/sec

Cutting Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16” (40cm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18” (45cm)

Tension Ajustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chain-Rigid-Toolless . . . . . . . .Chain-Rigid-Toolless

Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.3 Kg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.3 Kg

Oil Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200ml . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200ml

Braking Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200ml . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200ml

Vibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.4m/s 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.4m/s 2

Sound Power Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106.1 dB(A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106.1 dB(A)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY

HOW TO READ SYMBOLS AND COLORS (FIG. 1)

WARNING : RED Used to warn that an unsafe procedure should not be performed.

BEWARE OF: ROTATIONAL KICKBACK

(Fig. 2A)

A = Kickback path

B = Kickback reaction zone

GREEN RECOMMENDED

Recommended cutting procedure.

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WARNING

1. Beware of kick back.

2. Do not attempt to hold saw with one hand.

3. Avoid bar nose contact.

RECOMMENDED

4. Hold Saw properly with both hands.

• DANGER! BEWARE OF KICKBACK!

WARNING : Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the chain saw and result in serious or fatal injury to the saw operator or to anyone standing close by. Always be alert because rotational kickback and pinch kickback are major chain saw operational dangers and the leading cause of most accidents.

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THE PUSH (PINCH KICKBACK) AND PULL REAC-

TIONS

A = Pull

(Fig. 2B)

B = Solid objects

C = Push

KICKBACK may occur when the NOSE or TIP of the guide bar touches an object, or when wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.

Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning-fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back toward the operator.

PINCHING the saw chain along the BOTTOM of the guide bar may PULL the saw forward, away from the operator.

PINCHING the saw chain along the TOP of the guide bar may PUSH the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator.

Any of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw, which could result in serious personal injury.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

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Rear Handle

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Oil Tank Cap

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Trigger Start

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Sprocket cover

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Chain Cover Control Knob

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Chain Tension Ring

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Electric Motor

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Electric Cord

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Chain Brake Lever / Hand

Guard

10. Lock / Button

11. Front Handle

12. Guide Bar

13. Saw Chain

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14. Spiked Bumper

15. Rear hand Guard

16. Guide Bar Nose

17. Oil Tank Inspection Window

18. Cord Retainer

19. Chain Catcher

• SAFETY FEATURES

Numbers preceding the descriptions correspond with the numbers above to help you locate the safety feature.

3 TRIGGER START / STOP SWITCH stops saw motor when released.

9 CHAIN BRAKE LEVER / HAND GUARD activates the chain brake and protects the operator’s left hand in the event it slips off the front handle while saw is running.

7 ELECTRIC MOTOR is double insulated for added safety.

10 LOCK / OFF BUTTON prevents accidental acceleration of the saw motor. The trigger cannot be squeezed unless lock/off button is pushed forward to end.

13 LOW-KICKBACK CHAIN helps significantly reduce kickback, or the intensity of kickback, due to specially designed depth gauges and Guard links.

19 CHAIN CATCHER reduces the danger of injury in the event saw chain breaks or derails during operation. The catcher is designed to intercept a whipping chain.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

• INTRODUCTION

This unit is designed for occasional homeowner use and should not be used for commercial purposes or subjected to heavy continuous use.

Your new chain saw can be used for a variety of projects such as cutting firewood, making fence posts, felling small trees, limbing, pruning at ground level, and light carpentry.

Cut only wood or wood products with your saw.

• ASSEMBLY REQUIREMENTS

Your new chain saw will require adjustment of chain and filling the oil tank with lubricating oil before the unit is ready for operation. Do not start the saw motor until the unit is properly prepared. Read all instructions carefully.

Do not install any other size bar and chain than what is recommended for your model.

• GUIDE BAR / SAW CHAIN INSTALLATION

CAUTION : Disconnect the chain saw from mains before checking adjusting the chain saw tension.

TO INSTALL GUIDE BAR & SAW CHAIN:

1. Place power unit on flat surface.

2. To remove the side cover (A), turn the knob (B) counter-clockwise. (Fig. 3A)

3. Screw (C) the tension plate (D) on the bar. (Fig. 3B)

4. Spread the chain out with the cutting edges (E) of the chain pointing in the DIRECTION OF ROTATION (Fig.

3C).

5. To fit the chain on the bar, turn the tension plate (D) counter-clockwise to the end. Install the chain and bar on the power unit, turn the tension plate (D) clockwise and then put the side cover (A) on. (Fig. 3D)

6. Turn the knob clockwise, adjust the chain tension pin and then fasten the knob.

7. After running the chain saw around 1 hour, adjust the chain tension to 2mm.

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• SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT

Proper tension of the saw chain is extremely important and must be checked before starting, as well as during, any cutting operation. Taking the time to make needed adjustments to the saw chain will result in improved cutting performance and prolonged chain life.

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NOTE: A new chain and bar will need readjustment after as few as 5 cuts. This is normal during the break-in period, and the interval between future adjustments will lengthen quickly (Fig. 4).

CAUTION : If a chain is TOO LOOSE or TOO

TIGHT, the bar chain and saw bearings will wear more rapidly. Study Fig. 4 for information concerning correct cold tension (A), correct warm tension (B), and as a guide for when saw chain needs adjustment (C).

CAUTION : If the chain is too loose, more than 3mm after applying down force with finger, as shown in Fig. 4. It needs to be adjusted, otherwise the stopping time might be over the limit.

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TO ADJUST SAW CHAIN TENSION:

NOTE: Make sure the chain brake is disengaged.

Disengage the chain brake (A) by pulling it backward (Fig.

5A).

1. To adjust the chain tension release locking knob (B) by turning counter clockwise. (Fig. 5B)

2. To tighten chain tension turn adjustment ring (A) clockwise. (Fig. 5B)

3. Lock bar in place by tightening locking knob (B).

NOTE: If the chain is difficult to rotate or if it binds on the guide bar, too much tension has been applied and must be adjusted as follows:

4. Release locking knob (B).

5. Release chain tension by turning adjustment ring (A) counter clockwise.

6. Tighten locking knob.

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• FILLING OIL TANK

Using a funnel, fill oil tank with Talon Chain, Bar and

Sprocket oil. Wipe up any spills. Make sure no dirt gets into the oil tank.

The saw chain requires lubrication while in use to minimize friction with the guide bar. The oil tank holds 200ml of oil, enough to lubricate the chain for 15-20 minutes of sawing.

We recommend using Talon Chain, Bar and Sprocket Oil, which contains additives to reduce friction wear and reduce resin residue formations.

CAUTION : The oil tank level should be frequently checked during operation to avoid starving the bar and chain of lubrication.

NOTE: Your chain saw is equipped with an Automatic

Oiler system and is the ONLY source of lubrication for the bar and chain (Fig. 6)

Oil Cap

• TO STOP MOTOR

The saw motor will automatically stop when the trigger is released. The LOCK/OFF button will have to be depressed and the trigger squeezed to restart the motor.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• TO START SAW

1. Make sure the chain brake IS DISENGAGED. The motor will not start if the chain brake is in the

ENGAGED position. Disengage the chain brake by pulling backward toward the motor (Fig. 7A).

WARNING : Ensure the extension cord is of the proper size and type for your saw.

2. An extension cord retainer is built into the switch handle that prevents the extension cord from pulling out of the handle. To use this feature, simply double the extension cord, about a foot from the end, and insert it into the end of the handle. Hook the loop formed by doubling the cord over the tab. Gently tug on the cord to ensure that it is firmly retained in the saws handle.

Plug the receptacle end of the extension cord into the tool;s power supply cord. (Fig. 7B)

3. Grip the saw with both hands, left hand holding the front /handle (DO NOT HOLD CHAIN BRAKE ) and the right hand holding the rear handle. Thumbs and fingers should encircle both handles (Fig. 7C).

4. With your RIGHT THUMB, push the LOCK/OFF button

(C) forward at end the top of the rear handle, and at the same time squeeze the trigger. To stop the saw, release the trigger (Fig. 7D).

NOTE: It is not necessary to maintain pressure on the

LOCK/OFF button once the trigger is squeezed and the motor is running. The LOCK/OFF button is a safety device to avoid accidental starting.

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Fig. 7C Fig. 7D

• CHAIN AND BAR LUBRICATION

Adequate lubrication of the saw chain during cutting operations is essential to minimize friction with the guide bar.

Your chain saw is equipped with

A an automatic oiler system. The oiler automatically delivers the proper amount of oil to the bar and chain. There is no flow Fig. 8 adjustment.

The oil tank level can be checked in the inspection window (A) provided on the right side of the saw. Tank is full when oil is at the top of the slot (Fig. 8).

CAUTION : Never starve the bar and chain of lubrication oil. Running the saw DRY or with

TOO LITTLE OIL will decrease cutting efficiency, shorten chain saw life, and cause rapid dulling of the chain and excessive wear of the bar from overheating. Too little is evidenced by smoke or bar discoloration.

NOTE: The saw chain stretches during use, particularly when it is new, and occasional adjustment will be needed.

A new chain requires more frequent adjustment during the break-in period. This is normal. See Section for Saw

Chain Tension Adjustment instructions.

CAUTION : A loose chain can jump off the bar while you are cutting, as well as wear the bar and chain. A chain that is too tight can damage the saw. Either situation, chain too loose or too tight, could cause serious personal injury.

• CHAIN BRAKE / HAND GUARD

All Talon chain saws are equipped with a Chain brake

/Hand guard which stops a moving chain in milliseconds, helping to reduce the hazard of kickback, a fast upward motion of the guide bar which occurs when the saw chain at the nose of the bar accidentally strikes an object or is pinched in the cut.

The Hand Guard also protects your left hand in the event it slips off the front handle.

The chain brake is a safety feature which is activated if pressure is applied against the guard or when, in the event of kickback, the operator’s hand strikes the lever.

When the chain brake is activated, chain movement abruptly stops and the power supply to the motor is immediately cut off.

The purpose of the chain brake is to reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback. The chain brake cannot, however, provide the measure of intended protection if the saw is carelessly operated.

The chain brake is disengaged (chain can move) when the brake is pulled back and locked. This is the normal running position (Fig. 9A).

The chain brake is engaged (chain cannot move) when the brake is in forward position (Fig. 9B).

NOTE: The motor will not start if the chain brake is in the engaged position.

Fig. 9A Fig. 9B

CAUTION : The chain brake should not be used for starting and stopping the saw during normal operation.

CHAIN BRAKE TEST

Before cutting with your saw, the chain brake should be tested as follows:

A. Make sure the chain brake is disengaged (Fig. 9A).

B. Place the saw on a firm, flat, dry surface that is clear of any debris. Do not let the saw come in contact with any objects.

C. Plug the unit into the power source.

D. Grasp the front handle (not the Chain Brake / Hand

Guard Lever) with your left hand. Thumb and fingers should encircle the handle.

E. Grasp the rear handle with your right hand. Thumb and fingers should encircle the handle.

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Depress the LOCK/OFF button with your right thumb.

Squeeze the trigger with your index finger. (Fig. 7D.)

G. While the motor is running, activate the chain brake by rolling your left hand forward against the lever.

H. Chain and motor should stop abruptly.

WARNING : If the chain and motor fail to stop when the chain brake is engaged, take the saw to the nearest professional Service

Center. Do not use the saw if the chain brake is not in proper working order.

GENERAL CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS

• FELLING

Felling is the term for cutting down a tree. Small trees up to 15-18cm in diameter are usually cut in a single cut.

Larger trees require notch cuts. Notch cuts determine the direction the tree will fall.

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WARNING : A retreat path (A) should be planned and cleared as necessary before cuts are started. The retreat path should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the expected line of fall, as illustrated in Fig. 10.

CAUTION : If felling a tree on sloping ground, the chain saw operator should keep on the uphill side of the terrain, as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled.

Fig. 10A

FELLING A TREE:

NOTE: Direction of fall (B) is controlled by the notching cut.

Before any cuts are made, consider the location of larger branches and natural lean of the tree to determine the way the tree will fall.

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WARNING : Do not cut down a tree during high or changing winds or if there is a danger to properly. Consult a tree professional. Do not cut down a tree if there is a danger of striking utility wires; notify the utility company before making any cuts.

• GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR FELLING TREES:

Normally felling consists of 2 main cutting operations, notching (C) and making the felling cut (D).

Start making the upper notch cut (C) on the side of the tree facing the felling direction (E). Be sure you don’t make the lower cut too deep into the trunk.

The notch (C) should be deep enough to create a hinge

(F) of sufficient width and strength. The notch should be wide enough to direct the fall of the tree for as long as possible.

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Fig. 10B

WARNING : Never walk in front of a tree that has been notched. Make the felling cut (D) from the other side of the tree and 3-5cm above the edge of the notch (C) (Fig. 10B).

Never saw completely through the trunk. Always leave a hinge. The hinge guides the tree. If the trunk is completely cut through, control over the felling direction is lost.

Insert a wedge or felling lever in the cut well before the tree becomes unstable and starts to move. This will prevent the guide bar from binding in the felling cut if you have misjudged the falling direction. Make sure no bystanders have entered the range of the falling tree before you push it over.

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FELLING CUT:

1. Use wooden or plastic wedges (G) to prevent binding the bar or chain (H) in the cut. Wedges also control felling (Fig. 10C).

2. When diameter of wood being cut is greater than the bar length, make 2 cuts as shown (Fig. 10D).

WARNING : As the felling cut gets close to the hinge, the tree should begin to fall. When tree begins to fall, remove saw from cut, unplug, put chain saw down, and leave area along retreat path (Fig. 10A).

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• LIMBING

Limbing a tree is the process of removing the branches from a fallen tree. Do not remove supporting limbs (A) until after the log is bucked (cut) into lengths (Fig. 11).

Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain saw.

WARNING : Never cut tree limbs while standing on tree trunk.

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• BUCKING

Bucking is cutting a fallen log into lengths. Make sure you have a good footing and stand uphill of the log when cutting on sloping ground. If possible, the log should be supported so that the end to be cut off is not resting on the ground. If the log is supported at both ends and you must cut in the middle, make a downward cut halfway through the log and then make the undercut. This will prevent the log from pinching the bar and chain. Be careful that the chain does not cut into the ground when bucking as this causes rapid dulling of the chain.

When bucking on a slope, always stand on the uphill side.

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Log supported along entire length: Cut from top

(overbuck), being careful to avoid cutting into the ground (Fig. 12A).

2.

Log supported on 1 end: First, cut from bottom

(underbuck) 1/3 diameter of log to avoid splintering.

Second, cut from above (overbuck) to meet first cut

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Log supported on both ends: First, overbuck 1/3 diameter of log to avoid splintering. Second, underbuck to meet first cut and avoid pinching (Fig.

12C).

NOTE: The best way to hold a log while bucking is to use a sawhorse. When this is not possible, the log should be raised and supported by the limb stumps or by using supporting logs. Be sure the log being cut is securely supported.

• BUCKING USING A SAWHORSE

For personal safety and ease

Fig. 13 of cutting, the correct position for vertical bucking is essential (Fig. 13).

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VERTICAL CUTTING:

A. Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep the saw to the right of your body while cutting.

B Keep the left arm as straight as possible.

C. Keep weight on both feet.

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CAUTION : While the saw is cutting, be sure the chain and bar are being properly lubricated.

BAR / CHAIN MAINTENANCE

• GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE

WARNING : Ensure that the power cord is disconnected before performing any maintenance on your saw.

Proper maintenance of the guide bar, as explained in this section, is essential to keep your saw in good working order.

SPROCKET TIP LUBRICATION:

(For units supplied with sprocket tip guide bars only.)

CAUTION : Failure to lubricate the guide bar sprocket tip as explained below will result in poor performance and seizure, voiding the manufacturer’s warranty.

Lubrication of the sprocket tip is recommended after each saw use. Always thoroughly clean the guide bar sprocket tip before lubrication.

Tool for lubrication: Talon Lube Gun (disposable)

This grease gun is designed to fit the small lubrication point on the guide bar.

The disposable Lube Gun is packed with grease.

WARNING : Wear heavy duty work gloves when performing this application to reduce risk of personal injury.

To Lubricate Sprocket Tip:

1. Unplug the chain saw from the power source.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the saw chain to lubricate the guide bar sprocket tip. Lubrication can be done on the job.

2. Clean the guide bar sprocket tip.

3. Using disposable Lube gun, insert needle nose into the lubrication hole and inject grease until it appears at the outside edge of the sprocket tip (Fig.14).

4. Make sure that the chain brake is deactivated. Rotate the saw chain by hand. Repeat the lubrication procedure until the entire sprocket tip has been greased.

Fig. 14 Fig. 15

To Clean Guide Bar Rails:

1. Remove sprocket cover, bar and chain.

2. Using a screwdriver, putty knife, wire brush or other similar instrument, clear residue from the rails on the guide bar. This will keep the oil passages open to provide proper lubrication to the bar and chain. (Fig. 15)

3. Reinstall the bar, chain, sprocket cover and bar bolt retaining nuts. (See Section GUIDE BAR / SAW

CHAIN INSTALLATION ).

• GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE

Most guide bar problems can be prevented merely by keeping the chain saw well maintained.

Incorrect filing and non-uniform cutter and depth gauge settings cause most guide bar problems, primarily resulting in uneven bar wear. As the bar wears unevenly, the rails widen, which may cause chain clatter and difficulty in making straight cuts.

Insufficient guide bar lubrication and operating the saw with a chain that is TOO TIGHT will contribute to rapid bar wear (see Section CHAIN MAINTENANCE INSTRUC-

TIONS).

To help minimize bar wear, the following guide bar maintenance is recommended.

BAR WEAR - Turn guide bar frequently at regular intervals (for example, after 5 hours of use), to ensure even wear on top and bottom of bar.

BAR GROOVES - Bar grooves (or rails which support and carry the chain) should be cleaned if the saw has been heavily used or if the saw chain appears dirty. Rails should always be cleaned every time the saw chain is removed.

OIL PASSAGES - Oil passages at bar pad should be cleaned to ensure proper lubrication of the bar and chain during operation. This can be done using a soft wire small enough to insert into the oil discharge hole.

NOTE: The condition of the oil passages can be easily checked. If the passages are clear, the chain will automatically give off a spray of oil within seconds of starting the saw. Your saw is equipped with an automatic oiler system.

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• CHAIN MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

Unless you have experience and specialized training for dealing with kickback (see Safety Precautions), always use a low-kickback saw chain, which significantly reduces the danger of kickback. Low-kickback saw chain does not completely eliminate kickback. A low-kickback or “safety chain”, should never be regarded as total protection against injury.

A low-kickback saw chain should always be used in conjunction with other kickback protection devices such as the chain brake / Hand Guard furnished with your unit.

Always use a replacement saw chain designed as “lowkickback” or a saw chain which meets the low-kickback performance.

A standard saw chain (a chain which does not have the kickback reducing guard links) should only be used by an experienced professional chain saw operator.

• What is a Low-Kickback Saw Chain?

A low-kickback saw chain is a chain which has met the kickback performance requirements of ISO 9518.

By keeping the chain brake and saw chain in good working condition and correctly serviced as recommended in this manual, you will be able to maintain the safety system of your chain saw over the life of the product.

WARNING : Never remove, modify or make inoperative any safety device furnished with your unit. The Chain Brake/Hand Guard and low-kickback saw chain are major safety features provided for your protection.

WARNING : Always wear heavy duty protection work gloves and disconnect the extension cord when working on the saw chain.

• CHAIN TENSION:

Check the chain tension frequently and adjust as often as necessary to keep the chain snug on the bar, but loose enough to be pulled around by hand. (See Section SAW

CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT ).

• BREAKING IN A NEW SAW CHAIN

A new chain and bar will need readjustment after as few as 5 cuts. This is normal during the break-in period, and the interval between future adjustments will begin to lengthen quickly.

Over a period of time, however, the moving parts of the saw chain will become worn, resulting in what is called

CHAIN STRETCH. This is normal. When it is no longer possible to obtain correct chain tension adjustment, a link will have to be removed to shorten the chain. See your

Talon Authorized Service Center to have this repair performed.

WARNING : Never have more than 3 links removed from a loop of chain this could cause damage to the sprocket.

• CHAIN LUBRICATION:

Always make sure the automatic oiler system is working properly. Keep the oil tank filled with Talon Chain, Bar and

Sprocket Oil.

Adequate lubrication of the bar and chain during cutting operations is essential to minimize friction with the guide bar.

Never starve the bar and chain of lubricating oil. Running the saw dry or with too little oil will decrease rapid cutting efficiency, shorten saw chain life, cause rapid dulling of the chain, and lead to excessive wear of the bar from overheating. Too little oil is evidenced by smoke or bar discoloration.

• PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

SERVICING A DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCE

In this double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance.

There are no owner serviceable parts inside. A doubleinsulated appliance is marked with the words, “DOUBLE

INSULATION” or “DOUBLE INSULATED”. The symbol

(square within a square) may also be marked on the appliance.

Any service must only be carried out by a qualified technician at an authorized service centre.

1.

Place switch in “OFF” position and unplug the power supply before the appliance is serviced, cleaned or maintenance is performed.

2.

Keep air intake clean and air vents free of debris to avoid overheating the motor.

3.

Clean with a damp sponge and mild soap. Do not squirt with water, hose with water or other liquids.

4.

No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.

5.

If the saw does not operate, turn switch to “OFF” position and disconnect extension from power supply first, then from blower. Check power supply for blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. There are no serviceable parts inside.

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