User manual MTD PROMAC 3805 PARTS LIST

[. . . ] Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. copyright© 2004 MTD SOUTHWEST INC , All Rights Reserved. [. . . ] Let the engine run for 10 seconds to warm up. Press the trigger (H) and put it into idle. If the engine does not start up, repeat the above steps. ) your chain saw may need a slight adjustment to the idle speed. After warm up - See the User's Manual section 5-2, step 7 - If unit does not Idle after restarting 2 times, follow these steps to adjust idle. Using a Phillips or slotted screwdriver - turn screw 1/4 to 1/2 turn clockwise (to the right). 12) NOTE: If chain turns while idling - turn screw back to the left until chain stops and unit continues to idle. J OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FELLING Felling is the term for cutting down a tree. Small trees up to 6-7 inches (15-18cm) in diameter are usually cut in a single cut. Notch cuts determine the direction the tree will fall. A retreat path (A) should be planned and cleared as necessary before cuts are started. Start making the upper notch cut (C) on the side of the tree facing the felling direction (E). Be sure you don t make the lower cut too deep into the trunk. The notch (C) should be deep enough to create a hinge (F) of sufficient width and strength. The notch should be wide enough to direct the fall of the tree for as long as possible. wARNING: WARNING: G H WARNING: notched. 11 12 Never walk in front of a tree that has been Fig. 16 STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT IDLING INFORMATION In some cases due to operating conditions (altitude , temperature etc. ) your chain saw may need a slight adjustment to the idle speed. After warm up - See the User's Manual section 5-2, step 7 - If unit does not Idle after restarting 2 times, follow these steps to adjust idle. Using a Phillips or slotted screwdriver - turn screw 1/4 to 1/2 turn clockwise (to the right). 12) NOTE: If chain turns while idling - turn screw back to the left until chain stops and unit continues to idle. [. . . ] 41 19 20 TROUBLESHOOTING UNIT WON’T START OR STARTS BUT WILL NOT RUN CAUSE Incorrect starting procedures Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting Fouled spark plug NOTES ACTION Follow instructions in the Starting/Stopping section Have carburetor adjusted by Authorized Service Center Clean / gap or replace plug UNIT STARTS, BUT ENGINE HAS LOW POWER CAUSE Fuel filter is plugged Incorrect lever position Dirty spark arrester screen Dirty air filter Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting ACTION Replace the fuel filter Move to RUN position Replace spark arrester screen. Have carburetor adjusted by Authorized Service Center ENGINE HESITATES CAUSE Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting ACTION Have carburetor adjusted by Authorized Service Center NO POWER UNDER LOAD CAUSE Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting ACTION Have carburetor adjusted by Authorized Service Center RUNS ERATICALLY CAUSE Incorrectly gapped spark plug ACTION Clean / gap or replace plug SMOKES EXCESSIVELY C A U SE Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting Incorrect fuel mixture ACTION Have carburetor adjusted by Authorized Service Center Use properly mixed fuel (40:1 mixture) If further assistance is required, contact your authorized service dealer. Call 1-800-828-5500 for more information. 21 22 TROUBLESHOOTING UNIT WON’T START OR STARTS BUT WILL NOT RUN CAUSE Incorrect starting procedures Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting Fouled spark plug NOTES ACTION Follow instructions in the Starting/Stopping section Have carburetor adjusted by Authorized Service Center Clean / gap or replace plug UNIT STARTS, BUT ENGINE HAS LOW POWER CAUSE Fuel filter is plugged Incorrect lever position Dirty spark arrester screen Dirty air filter Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting ACTION Replace the fuel filter Move to RUN position Replace spark arrester screen. [. . . ]