Tanaka TCS-3401 manual Starting -2, Chain OIL -1 B, Adjustment of Chain OIL Supply

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TCS-3401Owner’s Manual

CHAIN OIL (Fig. 2-1 B)

Fill chain oil reservoir (2). Always use good quality chain oil. When the engine is running, the chain oil is automatically discharged.

NOTE!

When pouring fuel (1) or chain oil (2) into the tank, place the unit with cap side up.

( 2 )

ADJUSTMENT OF CHAIN OIL SUPPLY

The chain oil quantity discharged through the lubrication system is factory-adjusted to the maximum. Adjust the quantity in accordance with the operating condition.

Turn the adjusting screw (1) counterclockwise to decrease the quantity and turn it clockwise to increase the quantity. (Fig. 2-1 C)

Do not try to turn the screw beyond level marks.

Starting (Fig. 2-2, 3)

WARNING!

When the engine starts with the throttle lock engaged, the engine speed is high enough to make the chain rotate.

CAUTION!

Before starting, make sure chain brake is disengaged (if so equipped) and that the Bar/chain does not touch anything.

1 . Set ignition switch (1) to ON position.

*Push priming bulb (5) several times so that fuel flows through bulb into carburetor. (if so equipped)(Fig. 2-3)

2.With the safety trigger (2) pressed pull throttle trigger (4) and push throttle lock (3), then slowly release the throttle trigger first, then the safety trigger. This will lock the throttle in starting position. (Fig. 2-2)

3.Pull choke knob to choked position (4). (Fig. 2-3)

4.Pull recoil starter briskly, taking care to keep the handle in your grasp and not allowing it to snap back. (Fig.2-4)

5.When you hear the engine want to start, return choke knob to run position. Then pull recoil starter briskly again.

NOTE!

If engine does not start, repeat procedures from 2 to 5.

6.After starting engine, pull throttle trigger to release throttle lock. Then allow the engine about 2-3 minutes to warm up before subjecting it to any load.

NOTE! Icing protection system (Fig.2-4B)

When you use the unit in winter time or cold weather, move the lever forward (2) to protect carburetor from icing, otherwise just leave it in its regular position (1).

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Contents TCS-3401 Before using this unit TCS-3401 Operator Safety Proper Tension is Extremely Important Assembly proceduresFueling FuelStarting -2 Adjustment of Chain OIL SupplyChain OIL -1 B Stopping Fig Chain brake operation FigTCS-3401 Basic Rules for Felling Trees FellingLimbing If the SAW Gets Stuck Thick LOG, Larger than Guide BAR LengthCross Cutting LOGS, Pressure on Bottom Thick LOG, Larger than Guide Bars LengthCarburetor adjustment Fig MaintenanceAir filter Fig Cleaning the air filterSpark plug Fig Fuel filter Fig Oiler port FigGuide bar Fig Side case FigChain Sharpening Monthly maintenance Maintenance scheduleDaily maintenance Weekly maintenanceSpecifications U001001 Model Number BAR Number LENGTH-TYPE Chain Number Bar & Chain USA and Bar & Chain Canada120SDEA041 12-DG 140SDEA041 14-DG

TCS-3401 specifications

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