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EPA II
EPA II
EPA I
Operator’s manual (EPA)
Please read the operator’s manual
carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before
using the machine.
CS 2141 CS 2145 CS 2150
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KEY TO SYMBOLS Refuelling. Key to symbols WARNING! Chain saws can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in Filling with oil and adjusting oil flow. serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: • Approved protective helmet • Appr
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CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Key to symbols .............................................................. 2 CONTENTS Contents ....................................................................... 3 Before using a new chain saw ...................................... 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment ...................................... 5 Machine′s safety equipment ......................................... 5 Checking, maintaining and servicin
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CONTENTS You will find the following labels on your machine: Before using a new chain saw • Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. • Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See instructions under the heading Assembly. • Refuel, start the chain saw and check the carburettor settings. See the instructions under the headings Fuel Handling, Starting and Stopping, and Carburettor. •
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ′′ Personal protective equipment Machine′′s safety equipment This section describes the machine′s safety equipment, its WARNING! Most chain saw accidents purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried happen when the chain touches the out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the ”What is ! operator. what?” section to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine. You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS due to kickback, you should also apply the chain brake Chain brake and front hand guard manually if there is a risk of the chain accidentally hitting Your chain saw is equipped with a chain brake that is anyone or anything close by. 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. Take care when using your saw and make sure the kickback zone of the bar never touches any obje
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS it cannot affect the movement of the front hand guard, the Vibration damping system chain brake can only be activated by the inertia of the Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system counterweight. that is designed to minimise vibration and make operation easier. When you use a chain saw, vibration is generated by the uneven contact between the chain and the wood you are • The inertia activated chain brake is a valuable feature but cu
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Checking the front hand guard Muffler The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. Make sure the front hand guard is not damaged and that there are no visible defects such as cracks. WARNING! The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks ! which can start a fire. Never start the Move the front hand guard forwards and back to make sure it machine indoors or near combust
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Grasp the chain saw firmly, wrapping your fingers and thumbs Right hand guard around the handles. Check that the right hand guard is not damaged and that there are no visible defects, such as cracks. Apply full throttle and activate the chain brake by tilting your left wrist forward onto the front hand guard. Do not let go of the front handle. The chain should stop immediately. Vibration damping system Throttle lock Regularly check the vibration damping un
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor • Keep cutting equipment well lubricated and properly mesh this must be cleaned regularly. A blocked mesh will maintained! A poorly lubricated chain is more likely to cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious break and lead to increased wear on the bar, chain and damage. drive sprocket. Cutting equipment designed to minimise Never use a muffler if the spark arrestor mesh i
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Chain Level of • Chain pitch (inches) kickback Cutting link Drive link Side link reduction Low • Drive link width (mm/inches) Standard High Extra high • Number of drive links. Some terms that describe the bar and chain When the cutting equipment supplied with your saw becomes worn or damaged you must replace it with one of the bars and chains recommended by us. See the Technical data section. • Level of kickback reduction. The level of kickback reduction offered
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When you sharpen a cutting tooth there are five important Sharpening cutting teeth factors to remember. 1 Filing angle To sharpen cutting teeth you will need a round file and a file gauge. See the Technical data section for information on the size of file and gauge that are recommended for the chain fitted to your chain saw. 2 Cutting angle • Check that the chain is correctly tensioned. A slack chain will move sideways, making it more difficult to sharpen correctly. 3 File po
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • We recommend that you use our raker gauge to achieve Tension the chain as tightly as possible, but not so tight that the correct clearance and bevel on the raker lip. you cannot pull it round freely by hand. WARNING! The risk of kickback is increased if the raker clearance is too large! ! Setting the raker clearance • Undo the bar nuts that hold the clutch cover/chain brake. Use the combination spanner. Then tighten the bar nuts by hand as tight as you can. • Before set
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Check that the bar tip sprocket turns freely and that the Filling with chain oil lubricating hole in the tip sprocket is not blocked. Clean • All our chain saws have an automatic chain lubrication and lubricate if necessary. system. On some models the oil flow is also adjustable. • The sizes of the chain oil tank and fuel tank have been If the chain lubrication system is still not working after carrying chosen so that the engine will run out of fuel before out the abov
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS We recommend you compare the existing chain with a new WARNING! Most chain saw accidents chain to decide how badly the existing chain is worn. happen when the chain touches the ! operator. Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading Personal protective equipment. Do not tackle any job that you feel you are When the length of the cutting teeth has worn down to only 4 not adequately trained for. See instructions mm the chain must be replaced.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Kickback only occurs if the kickback zone of the bar touches 5 In order to keep control of your saw, always maintain a firm an object. foothold. Never work on a ladder, in a tree or on any other insecure support. General rules 1 If you understand what kickback is and how it happens then you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. By being prepared you reduce the risk. Kickback is usually quite mild, but it can sometimes be very sudden and 6 Always use a fast cut
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Starting General safety precautions • Chain saws are designed solely for cutting wood. The only accessories you may use with this engine unit are the combinations of bars and chains we recommend in the Technical data section. WARNING! Long term inhalation of the • Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk engine’s exhaust fumes, chain oil mist and alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect ! dust from sawdust can represent a health your
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Fuel safety General working instructions WARNING! This section describes basic safety rules for using a chain saw. This ! information is never a substitute for professional skills and experience. If you get WARNING! Fuel and fuel vapour are highly into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop flammable. Take care when handling fuel and and seek expert advice. Contact your chain ! chain oil. Be aware of the risks of fire, saw dealer, service agent or an experienced expl
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Take the utmost care when cutting through branches or There are five important factors you should logs that are in tension. A log or branch that is in tension consider before making a cut: can suddenly spring back into its natural position before or 1 Make sure the cutting equipment will not jam in the cut. after you cut it. If you stand on the wrong side or start cutting in the wrong place it may strike you or your chain saw, so that you lose control. Both situations
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2 1 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cut all the way through the log from above. Avoid letting the Finish by cutting from below so that the two cuts meet. chain touch the ground as you finish the cut. Maintain full throttle but be prepared for what might happen. Limbing When limbing thick branches you should use the same approach as for cutting. Cut difficult branches piece by piece. If it is possible (can you turn the log?) stop cutting about 2/3 of the way through the log. Tree felling technique Turn th
