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Please read these instructions carefully 
before installing and operating the 
petrol motor scythe!

Petrol Engine Quick Start Guide

Ensure correct fuel/oil mixture 50:1

STARTING

1. Set the On/Off switch to “On (I)” to start the

machine.

2.

Pull out the throttle lever until it locks.

3. Push the primer bulb 10 times.
4. Place saw on a firm, flat surface. Hold saw

firmly as shown. Pull starter rapidly 2 times.
Beware of moving chain! 

5.

Push in the throttle lever as far as it will go .
Note - the amount of Choke will vary slightly
depending on the weather conditions, a small
amount of experimentation is advised.

6. Hold saw firmly and pull starter rapidly 4

times. Engine should start.

7. Let the engine run for 10 seconds to warm

up. Press the throttle lever briefly, the engine
will go to “idling” speed.

Note - this quick start guide is intended for
experienced users who have already
assembled the tool, please refer to the
manual for details.

If machine does not start after minimum 6 pulls
on starter cord refer to petrol Engine Q & A on
page 21.

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Helpline No: UK 0151 649 1500 / IRE 189 094 6244

Summary of Contents for SPJCS 4040

Page 1: ...Operating instruction Petrol Chain Saw WARNING PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE SPJCS 4040 ...

Page 2: ...IRE 189 094 6244 Read and follow the operating instructions and safety information before using for the first time Always wear PPE Personal Protective Clothing Wear gloves Wear safety shoes Wear a safety helmet eye and ear protection ...

Page 3: ...throttle lever as far as it will go Note the amount of Choke will vary slightly depending on the weather conditions a small amount of experimentation is advised 6 Hold saw firmly and pull starter rapidly 4 times Engine should start 7 Let the engine run for 10 seconds to warm up Press the throttle lever briefly the engine will go to idling speed Note this quick start guide is intended for experienc...

Page 4: ...4 Helpline No UK 0151 649 1500 IRE 189 094 6244 2 10 6 7 11 14 1 9 19 20 4 3 18 16 13 17 15 12 8 1 5 2 B A D F G E 3A 3C 3D 3B 24 ...

Page 5: ...5 Helpline No UK 0151 649 1500 IRE 189 094 6244 A D B C 4A 4B B C A 6 D 5 7A 8 7B 9A B A C A I A 0 ...

Page 6: ...6 Helpline No UK 0151 649 1500 IRE 189 094 6244 10 11 A B 9B 9D B D A B C 9E 9C C 13 14 12 A B ...

Page 7: ...7 Helpline No UK 0151 649 1500 IRE 189 094 6244 16A 16B 15 17 18A 16C 19 18B 21A 21B 20 A A B C A B D C A ...

Page 8: ...8 Helpline No UK 0151 649 1500 IRE 189 094 6244 24 23 25 26 22 A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 27 28 1 2 3 4 29 A B A A 30 A B C ...

Page 9: ...General safety instructions 10 2 Layout 12 3 Proper use 12 4 Environmental protection 12 5 Installation 12 6 Before starting the machine 13 7 Operation 14 8 Technical data 16 9 Maintenance 16 10 Storage 18 11 Waste disposal 19 12 Ordering spare parts 19 13 Troubleshooting 20 ...

Page 10: ... be carefully read before attempting to operate this unit Important Picture 1 2 3 Warns about a dangerous method of working that must not be used Picture 4 RECOMMENDED Recommended operation for safe sawing IMPORTANT 1 Beware of recoil 2 Do not hold the saw in one hand 3 Avoid contact with the tip of the rail chain return point RECOMMENDED 4 Hold the saw firmly with both hands Place your right hand...

Page 11: ... gases whether in or out of doors An explosion and or fire may result 20 Do not tank fuel oil or lubrication when the engine of chain saw is running 21 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 22 The engine will create toxic exhaust fumes as soon as...

Page 12: ...l trees if you have received the appropriate training The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect usage Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial trade or industrial applications Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes 4 Environmental protection ...

Page 13: ...in back and forth on bar Continue to adjust until chain rotates freely but fits snugly Increase tension by turning bar adjustment screw CLOCKWISE B When saw chain has proper tension hold nose of bar in the uppermost position and tighten the bar retaining nut securely Caution A new saw chain stretches requiring adjustment after as few as 5 cuts This is normal with a new chain and the interval betwe...

Page 14: ... B Fig 9B until it locks 3 Push the primer bulb C 10 times Fig 9C 4 Place saw on a firm flat surface Hold saw firmly as shown Pull starter rapidly 2 times Beware of moving chain Fig 9D 5 Push in the throttle lever B as far as it will go Fig 9B 6 Hold saw firmly and pull starter rapidly 4 times Engine should start Fig 9D 7 Let the engine run for 10 seconds to warm up Press the throttle lever D brie...

Page 15: ...to the hinge the tree should begin to fall When tree begins to fall remove saw from cut stop engine put chain saw down and leave area along retreat path Fig 11 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 15 Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid bindin...

Page 16: ...rning Activate the chain brake slowly and deliberately Keep the chain from touching anything don t let the saw tip forward 6 Chain should stop abruptly When it does immediately release the throttle trigger Warning If chain does not stop turn engine off and take your unit to the nearest Talon Authorized Service Center for service 7 If chain brake functions properly turn the engine off and return th...

Page 17: ...nose tip which is necessary for the efficient application of grease to the sprocket tip To lubricate sprocket tip Lubrication of the sprocket tip is recommended after 10 hours of use or once a week which ever occurs first Always thoroughly clean guide bar sprocket tip before lubrication Note The saw chain does not have to be removed in order to lubricate the teeth of the chain bar Lubrication is p...

Page 18: ... 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 also point 5 3 Breaking in a new saw chain A new chain and bar will need chain 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 Warning Never have more th...

Page 19: ...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 12 Ordering replacement parts Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts Type of machine Article number of the machine Identification number of the machine Replacement part number of the part required For ou...

Page 20: ...ice Center Engine hesitates Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting Have carburetor adjusted by an Authorized Service Center No power under load Incorrectly gapped spark plug Clean gap or replace plug Runs erratically Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting Have carburetor adjusted by an Authorized Service Center Smokes excessively Incorrect fuel mixture Use properly mixed fuel 50 ...

Page 21: ...21 Helpline No UK 0151 649 1500 IRE 189 094 6244 If after trying all of the above procedures please call the help line for further assistance ...

Page 22: ...r for produkt j prohlašuje následující shodu podle směrnice EU a norem pro výrobek A a következő konformitást jelenti ki a termékek re vonatkozó EU irányvonalak és normák szerint X pojasnjuje sledečo skladnost po smernici EU in normah za artikel deklaruje zgodność wymienionego poniżej artykułu z następującymi normami na podstawie dyrektywy WE W vydáva nasledujúce prehlásenie o zhode podľa smernice...

Page 23: ...ional installation failure to comply with the operating instructions e g connection to the wrong mains voltage or current type misuse or inappropriate use such as overloading of the device or use of non approved tools or accessories failure to comply with the maintenance and safety regulations ingress of foreign bodies into the device e g sand stones or dust effects of force or external influences...

Page 24: ...d only with the express consent of ISC GmbH Technical changes subject to change EH 11 2007 Argos Ltd 489 499 Avebury Boulevard Saxon Gate West Central Milton Keynes MK9 2NW Helpline Numbers UK 0151 649 1500 IRE 189 094 6244 Einhell UK Ltd Unit 5 Morpeth Wharf Twelve Quays Birkenhead Wirral CH41 1LF Tel 0151 6491500 Fax 0151 6491501 ...

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