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MAC 538E / MAC 539E 38 CC
MAC 540E / PROMAC 40 II 40 CC
A. C.
MAC 542E / CALIFORNIA 42 CC
MAC 545E / PROMAC 46 II 46 CC
P 538E / EUROMAC S42 / S44 38 CC
P 540E 40 CC
P 542E / EUROMAC S43 42 CC
P 461 II / TITANIUM 460 46 CC
B. D.
Electrolux Outdoor Products
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ITALIA
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Our policy of continuous improvement means that the specification of products may be altered from time to time without prior notice.
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GB Due to a constant product improvement programme, the factory reserves the right to modify technical details mentioned in this manual without prior notice. MAC 540E - MAC 542E H. E. DE Im Sinne des Fortschritts behält sich der Hersteller das Recht vor, technische Änderungen ohne vorherigen Hinweis MAC 538E - MAC 539E California - MAC 545E Promac 40 II durchzuführen. P 540E - P 542E P 538E - Euromac S42 Promac 46 II FR La Maison se réserve la possibilité de changer des caractéristiques et des d
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A. General description 1 - BAR 13 - BAR RETAINING NUTS 2 - CHAIN 14 - CHAIN CATCHER 3 - FUEL TANK CAP 15 - MUFFLER SHIELD 4 - OIL TANK CAP 16 - REAR HANDLE 5 - STOP SWITCH 17 - THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT 6 - STARTER HOUSING 18 - THROTTLE TRIGGER 7 - STARTER HANDLE 19 - CHAIN BRAKE COVER 8 - FRONT HANDLE 20 - CHAIN ADJUSTER SCREW / INTENZ 9 - AIR FILTER COVER 21 - SPIKE/SPACER 10 - CHOKE KNOB 22 - THROTTLE ADVANCE 11 - CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT SCREWS 23 - DECOMPRESSION VALVE 12 - SAFETY CHAIN BRAKE
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Do not cut with the end on the bar, Choke partially opened this may cause kickback Never use the machine with only one Choke closed (cold start) hand Always use the machine with both Stopping hands Switch off the engine by moving the stop switch to the STOP position Brake engaged / disengaged before carrying out any checks or maintenance. Oil/petrol mix Beware of kickback B. Safety precautions 1 All operators should read this manual carefully before hands or fingers. If any of the symptoms app
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6 Keep by-standers and animals out of the work area; at a If this is not possible, it is recommended that users operat- minimum distance of 10 m or twice the timber length. If ing chainsaws in remote areas carry an adequate first-aid kit necessary, use warning signs to keep on-lookers at a dis- with them and ensure someone knows their location. tance. Never leave the engine running while the tool is unattend- Carefully survey the working site to note any hazards, eg. ed. roads, paths, electricit
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E. Starting and stopping IMPORTANT Pull the starter rope until the engine starts. Allow engine to warm up for ten seconds for better cutting Never start or operate unless bar and chain are properly performance. installed. Before starting always move the saw away Squeeze the throttle trigger (G) to release the throttle from the fuelling area and place it on a firm, flat surface, advance. the guide bar to the front. If engine fails to start, repeat these instructions. STARTING A COLD ENGINE 6 The
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Then open screw 1 full turn (counterclockwise) . • I: The I (IDLE) screw controls the throttle opening to gov- -1 If acceleration is not smooth, open another 1/8 turn to ern idle speed (2800 min ) adjust as necessary. increase fuel flow . CAUTION: increased idle speed may cause chain move- • H: The needle screw H governs fuel flow at high speed (throttle valve fully open). ment. To set hi speed screw H: close screw H turning it clock- The carburetor is adjusted for normal operation during pro- w
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The chain brake should snap into both positions.If 3 CHAIN CATCHER strong resistance is felt or lever does not move into This unit is fitted with a chain catcher below the drive either position, DO NOT USE YOUR SAW. Take it imme- spocket. This is intended to stop the rearward movement of diately to an authorized servicing dealer. the chain in case of breakage or if it should come out of the bar. It should never be removed. L. Chain sharpening 1 Chain cutter teeth can be sharpened with a round fi
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Fault finding table Engine will not start Engine runs badly The chainsaw runs Engine runs badly or but does not cut well looses power when cutting Check STOP switch is in the position I. • Control fuel level min. 25% tank capacity. •• Check air filter is clean. •• Remove spark plug, dry it, clean it and adjust it, and replace it, if necessary. •• Control and adjust the carburetor screws if necessary. •• Change fuel filter. Contact your dealer. • Carefully follow the chain assembly instructions.
