User manual MTD TB3516CC PARTS MANUAL

[. . . ] INTRODUCTION THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-understand operating instructions. [. . . ] 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. The retreat path should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the expected line of fall, as illustrated in Fig. If felling a tree on sloping ground, the chain saw operator should keep on the uphill side of the terrain, as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled. Make the felling cut (D) from the other side of the tree and 1. 0 inches (3-5 cm) above the edge of the notch (C) (Fig. Release trigger and allow engine to return to idle speed. Press STOP switch down to stop engine Fig. NOTE: For emergency stopping, simply activate CHAIN BRAKE and move STOP switch down. Before any cuts are made, consider the location of larger branches and natural lean of the tree to determine the way the tree will fall. If the trunk is completely cut through, control over the felling direction is lost. Before making the final cut, always recheck the area for bystanders, animals or obstacles. Insert a wedge or felling lever in the cut well before the tree becomes unstable and starts to move. [. . . ] 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 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship. [. . . ]