Standard Accessories; Optional Accessories - HIKOKI CS 40Y Installations & Bedieungsanleitung

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STANDARD ACCESSORIES

○ Chain case .................................................................. 1
○ Guide bar ..................................................................... 1
○ Chain ........................................................................... 1
○ Plug clip*...................................................................... 1
* Not supplied in certain sales areas.
Standard accessories are subject to change without
notice.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

(SOLD SEPARATELY)
○ Chain Saw Oil
○ Round File
○ Depth Gauge Jointer
Round File and Depth Gauge Jointer are to be used
for sharpening of chain blades. As to its application,
please refer to the item titled "Sharpening of the Chain
Blade".
○ Chain Case
Always keep the chain cover on the chain while
carrying the chain saw or while storing it.
Optional accessories are subject to change without notice.
APPLICATIONS
General wood cutting.
PRIOR TO OPERATION
1. Power source
Ensure that the power source to be utilized conforms
to the power requirements specifi ed on the product
nameplate.
2. Power switch
Ensure that the power switch is in the OFF position. If
the plug is connected to a receptacle while the power
switch is in the ON position, the power tool will start
operating immediately, which could cause a serious
accident.
3. Extension cord
When the work area is remote from the power source,
use an extension cord of suffi cient thickness and rated
capacity. The extension cord should be kept as short
as practicable.
4. Confi rm the chain tension
Improper chain tension may result in damage to the
chain and the guide bar, and could cause a serious
accident. Always confi rm that there is proper tension
on the chain prior to operation.
5. Fill the oil tank with oil
This unit is shipped without oil in the oil tank.
Prior to operation, remove the oil cap and fi ll the tank
with accessory oil.
This unit is shipped without oil in the oil tank.
Prior to operation, remove the oil cap and fi ll the tank
with chain saw oil (sold separately), or SAE 20 or 30
motor oil. Do not use stained or degraded motor oil.
Check oil reservoir periodically and keep it fi lled while
running saw.
6. It is recommended to use an earth-leakage circuit
breaker or a residual current device.
SAW CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
○ Don't use the saw chain or the guide bar other than
those specifi ed in "SPECIFICATIONS".
○ Make sure the switch is turned off and the plug
disconnected from the socket.
○ Always wear gloves when handling the saw chain.
○ The tightening tension for the special nut has been
adjusted to the optimal level. Do not loosen it or tighten
it under any circumstances.
1. Removing the Saw Chain
(1) Check to make sure the chain brake has been released
before removing the side cover. (Fig. 3)
(2) Loosen the knob slightly and then loosen the tension
dial to release the tension on the saw chain. (Fig. 4)
(3) Completely loosen the knob and gently remove the
side cover.
(4) Gently remove the guide bar and saw chain.
2. Attaching the Saw Chain
(1) Set the guide bar on the attachment bolt.
(2) Loop the saw chain over the sprocket while taking care
over the direction it is facing, and then set the saw
chain in the guide bar groove. (Fig. 5)
(3) Set the clip on the side cover in the housing, put on
the side cover, rotate the tension dial, align the chain's
tension pin with the hole on the guide bar and attach it
to the side cover. (Figs. 6 and 7)
CAUTION
If the knob is tightened before the tension dial is
rotated, the tension dial will be locked and it will not
rotate.
(4) Gently press the top of the knob to insert it into the
screw hole, tighten it and then follow the instructions in
"Adjusting the Chain Tension".
CAUTION
○ When looping the saw chain over the sprocket, hold
the special nut in place to prevent the sprocket from
rotating. (Fig. 8)
○ If the special nut is accidently loosened or tightened,
cease use immediately and request repairs.
Using the chain saw as it is may prevent the chain
brake from operating normally and result in dangerous
situations.
ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION
WARNING
○ Make sure switch is turned off and the plug
disconnected from the socket.
○ Always wear gloves when handling the saw chain.
○ The tightening tension for the special nut has been
adjusted to the optimal level. Do not loosen it or tighten
it under any circumstances.
(1) Raise the end of the guide bar and rotate the tension
dial to adjust the saw chain's tension. (Fig. 9)
(2) Adjust the saw chain tension so that the gap between
the edge of the chain's drive links and the guide bar is
between 0.5 mm and 1 mm when the chain is lightly
raised from the center of the guide bar. (Fig. 10)
(3) Once adjustment has been completed, raise the end of
the guide bar and fi rmly tighten the knob. (Fig. 9)
(4) Rotate the saw chain approximately one half of a
rotation while wearing gloves to reconfi rm that the
tension on the chain is correct.
CAUTION
If it is not possible to rotate the saw chain, check to
make sure that the chain brake has not been applied.
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