Yardworks 054-5703-0, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool WARNING Owner s Manual TOLL FREE HELPLINE 1 866 523 5218 WARNING ELECTRIC CHAINSAW 054 5703 0...

Page 2: ...RPM No load Chain pitch 3 8 9 5 mm Chain gauge 0 05 1 3 mm Chain type Oregon Chain oil tank capacity 4 7 oz 140 ml Net weight 9 lb 3 oz 4 2 kg 2 INTRODUCTION 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 3 7 SYMBOLS 8 9 DI...

Page 3: ...gauge size A W G of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 15 m or less in length A cord exceeding 100 30 m is not recommended If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gaug...

Page 4: ...e a chainsaw that is damaged improperly adjusted or not completely and securely assembled Chain should slow to a stop when the trigger switch is released If the chain continues to turn after the trigg...

Page 5: ...of children Save these instructions Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool If you loan someone this tool loan them these instructions also WARNING Some dust cr...

Page 6: ...e element of surprise Sudden surprise contributes to accidents Keep proper footing and balance at all times Do not cut above shoulder height or overreach when cutting Follow the sharpening and mainten...

Page 7: ...always opposite to the direction the chain is moving where contact is made with the wood Thus the operator must be ready to control the PULL when cutting on the bottom edge of the bar and the PUSH wh...

Page 8: ...sing this product Eye and Head Protection Wear eye and head protection when operating this equipment Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Operate With Two Hands Hold and operate the saw p...

Page 9: ...at if it is not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage SERVICE WARNING WARNING To avoid serious personal in...

Page 10: ...NTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS CHAINSAW WARNING DOUBLE INSULATION DOES NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF NORMAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THIS TOOL WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK 1 Use only identical replaceme...

Page 11: ...sive heat and damp or wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools This circuit should not be less than 12 wire and should be protected with a 15 A time delayed fuse Before connecting th...

Page 12: ...KNOW YOUR CHAINSAW 12 Fig 5 FRONT HAND GUARD FRONT HANDLE OIL RESERVOIR CAP CHAIN COVER REAR HANDLE GUIDE BAR LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN TRIGGER SWITCH SCABBARD CHAIN COVER LOCK KNOB...

Page 13: ...uipped guide bar has a small radius tip that offers a somewhat lower kickback potential LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN The low kickback saw chain helps minimize the force of a kickback reaction by preventing...

Page 14: ...l 1 866 523 5218 for assistance PACKING LIST Chainsaw Scabbard Owner s Manual WARNING If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced Failure to heed this...

Page 15: ...occur to the bar or chain NOTE It is normal for oil to seep from the saw when not in use To prevent seepage empty the oil tank after each use then run for one minute When storing the unit for a long...

Page 16: ...the end of the extension cord Insert loop portion of extension cord through the opening in the side of the rear handle and place over cord hitch Slowly pull loop against cord retainer until the slack...

Page 17: ...no objects or obstructions are in immediate vicinity which could come into contact with the bar and chain Press and hold the switch lock This makes the trigger switch operational Press and hold the t...

Page 18: ...le the handle with the thumb wrapped under the handlebar This grip is least likely to be broken by a kickback or other sudden reaction of the saw Any grip in which the thumb and fingers are on the sam...

Page 19: ...saw idling Press the switch lock and squeeze the trigger switch then release switch lock and let the chain accelerate to full speed before entering the cut Begin cutting with the saw against the log K...

Page 20: ...nd animals a SAFE DISTANCE from the cutting area During felling operations the safe distance should be a least twice the height of the largest trees in the felling area During bucking operations keep...

Page 21: ...being performed by two or more persons at the same time the felling operation should be separated from the bucking operation by a distance of at least twice the height of the tree being felled Trees s...

Page 22: ...s of wood plastic or aluminum to open the cut and drop the tree along its desired line of fall Make the backcut level and horizontal at least 2 5 cm above the horizontal cut of the notch NOTE Never cu...

Page 23: ...secure and your weight is distributed evenly on both feet Cut only one log at a time Support small logs on a saw horse or another log while bucking Keep a clear cutting area Make sure no objects can c...

Page 24: ...log Give special attention to logs under stress to prevent the bar and chain from pinching OVERBUCKING See Figure 18 Begin on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log exert l...

Page 25: ...your footing is secure and your weight is distributed evenly on both feet Do not cut from a ladder This is extremely dangerous Leave this operation for professionals Do not cut above chest height bec...

Page 26: ...On a fallen tree a rooted stump has a high potential of springing back to the upright position during the bucking cut to separate the log from the stump Watch out for springpoles they are dangerous W...

Page 27: ...nditions Therefore no further lubrication is required WARNING When servicing use only identical YARDWORKS replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage WARNING A...

Page 28: ...personal injury WARNING Never touch or adjust the chain while the motor is running The saw chain is very sharp Always wear protective gloves when performing maintenance involving the chain to avoid p...

Page 29: ...Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop around the sprocket Fit the bar flush against the mounting surface so that the bar studs are in the long slot of the bar NOTE When placing the...

Page 30: ...oned when there is no sag on the underside of the guide bar and when the chain is snug but can be turned by hand without binding NOTE If chain is too tight it will not rotate Loosen the chain cover lo...

Page 31: ...hang out of the bar groove NOTE During normal saw operation the temperature of the chain increases The drive links of a correctly tensioned warm chain will hang approximately 1 16 1 3 mm out of the b...

Page 32: ...utting ability If the cutter teeth hit hard objects such as nails and stones or are abraded by mud or sand on the wood have an authorized service centre sharpen the chain NOTE Inspect the drive sprock...

Page 33: ...ft the file away from the steel on each return stroke Put a few firm strokes on every tooth File all left hand cutters in one direction Then move to the other side and file the right hand cutters in t...

Page 34: ...quickly increases the potential for KICKBACK Results from using a file with a diameter too small or a file held too low BACKWARD SLOPE Needs too much feed pressure causes excessive wear to the bar and...

Page 35: ...f use reverse the guide bar on the saw to distribute the wear for maximum bar life The bar should be cleaned every day of use and checked for wear and damage Feathering or burring of the bar rails is...

Page 36: ...lated place that is inacces sible to children Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de icing salts Always place the scabbard on the bar and chain before storing or transporting...

Page 37: ...heck oil tank Motor runs chain rotates but does not cut Dull chain Chain on backwards Sharpen chain Reverse direction of chain Motor runs but chain is not rotating Chain tension too tight Check guide...

Page 38: ...vice is available by calling the Toll Free Helpline at 1 866 523 5218 YARDWORKS CANADA will not accept the return of a complete unit unless prior written permission has been extended by YARDWORKS CANA...

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Page 40: ...Side cover assy Oil tank cap assy Self lock button assy Gearwheel shaft assy Oil tank assy Rotor assy 29 2 50 1 54 1 50 2 54 2 29 1 39 1 47 1 47 2 47 3 40 1 40 2 40 3 40 4 40 5 39 2 39 3 39 4 39 5 39...

Page 41: ...asher Tension knob borad Chain wheel Right housing Outlet oil tube Outlet oil tube spring Inlet oil tube Oil pump assy Oil proof wall Wind proof wall Stator assy Straight bushing Straight terminal Wir...

Page 42: ...31106403 1 Rotor assy Rotor assembly Bearing 34206159 1 32201403 2 Screw ST4 2 55 F 3290675A 2 Spring washer Micro switch B terminal Staight terminal Staight bushing Oil tank assy O ring Sponge Oil b...