User manual MTD 3046A

[. . . ] With proper operation and maintenance, it will provide you with years of service. In order to make the best use of your investment, be CERTAIN to familiarize yourself with the contents of the ENTIRE user manual before attempting to operate and maintain your unit. Be sure to carefully follow the step-by-step instructions in this manual to start, operate and maintain your new product. In the manual there will be the following call-outs: NOTE:, WARNING / CAUTION and WARRANTY. [. . . ] Be certain the CHAIN BRAKE® is disengaged (C) before starting unit (Figure 5-1A). Using a Phillips or slotted screwdriver - turn screw 1/4 to 1/2 turn clockwise (to the right). (Figure 5-2H) NOTE: If chain turns while idling - turn screw back to the left until chain stops and unit continues to idle. RECOMMENDED FUELS Some conventional gasolines are being blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or an ether compound to meet clean air standards. Your McCulloch engine is designed to operate satisfactorily on any gasoline intended for automotive use including oxygenated gasolines. MIXING FUEL Mix fuel with Genuine Factory Parts brand 2 cycle oil in an approved container. Use mixing table for correct ratio of fuel to oil. CHAIN AND BAR LUBRICATION Always refill the chain oil tank each time the fuel tank is refilled. We recommend using Genuine Factory Parts Chain, Bar and Sprocket Oil, which contains additives to reduce friction and wear and to assist in the prevention of pitch formation on the bar and chain. Pull out the choke (A) to the point where it latches in place. Latch throttle advance: depress latch and hold (C) squeeze throttle trigger (D) release trigger and then the latch. Using a Phillips or slotted screwdriver - turn screw 1/4 to 1/2 turn clockwise (to the right). (Figure 5-2H) NOTE: If chain turns while idling - turn screw back to the left until chain stops and unit continues to idle. RECOMMENDED FUELS Some conventional gasolines are being blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or an ether compound to meet clean air standards. Your McCulloch engine is designed to operate satisfactorily on any gasoline intended for automotive use including oxygenated gasolines. MIXING FUEL Mix fuel with Genuine Factory Parts brand 2 cycle oil in an approved container. Use mixing table for correct ratio of fuel to oil. CHAIN AND BAR LUBRICATION Always refill the chain oil tank each time the fuel tank is refilled. We recommend using Genuine Factory Parts Chain, Bar and Sprocket Oil, which contains additives to reduce friction and wear and to assist in the prevention of pitch formation on the bar and chain. Pull out the choke (A) to the point where it latches in place. Latch throttle advance: depress latch and hold (C) squeeze throttle trigger (D) release trigger and then the latch. Place the saw on a firm and level surface. [. . . ] The Lube Gun is equipped with a needle nose tip which is necessary for the efficient application of grease to the sprocket tip. CHAIN MAINTENANCE CHAIN TENSION: Check the 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. TO LUBRICATE SPROCKET TIP: 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. [. . . ]