Helpline No. UK 0151 649 1500 / IRE 189 094 6244
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Storage
Caution:
Never put a chain saw into storage
for longer than 30 days without carrying out the
following steps.
Storing a chain saw
Storing a chain saw for longer than 30 days
requires storage maintenance. Unless the
storage instructions are followed, fuel remaining
in the carburettor will evaporate, leaving gum-
like deposits. This could lead to difficult starting
and result in costly repairs.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap slowly to
release any pressure in tank. Carefully
drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine and let it run until the unit
stops to remove fuel from carburettor.
3. Allow the engine to cool (approx. 5 minutes).
4. Remove the spark plug.
5. Pour 1 teaspoon of clean 2-cycle oil into the
combustion chamber. Pull starter rope slowly
several times to coat internal components.
Replace spark plug (Fig. 41).
Note:
Store the unit in a dry place and away
from possible sources of ignition such as a
furnace, gas hot water heater, gas dryer, etc.
Putting the saw back into operation
1. Remove spark plug.
2. Pull starter rope briskly to clear excess oil from
combustion chamber.
3. Clean the spark plug and check that the
electrode gap (approx 0.6mm) is correct.
4. Prepare unit for operation.
5. Fill fuel tank with proper fuel/oil mixture.
See Fuel and Lubrication Section.
Waste disposal
The equipment and its accessories are made of
various types of material, such as metal and
plastic. Defective components must be
disposed of as special waste. Ask your dealer or
your local council.
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