Homelite Complete Operators Manual for Chainsaw Models - 33CC Performance Guide

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

UT10514 / 14 in. 33cc CHAIN SAW

UT10516 / 16 in. 33cc CHAIN SAW

Your chain saw has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Table of contentsRead ALL Instructions General safety rulesRefueling do not Smoke Specific safety rulesKickback Symbol Name SymbolsService Glossary of terms Product Specifications FeaturesFront hand guard/Chain Brake Handle Cylinder Cover Primer bulb TriggerChoke Lever Know Your Chain SAWLOW Kickback SAW Chain SAFE-T-TIP ANTI-KICKBACK Nose GuardOperation AssemblyUnpacking Packing ListMixing the Fuel Handling the Fuel SafelyPremium Exact MIX See Figure Operating the Chain BrakeSee Figures 4 Run Position BrakeSee Figures 6 Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Throttle Lock button Trigger Ignition switchTo Start a Warm Engine See Figures 12Pull and Push Adjusting Idle SpeedProper Grip on Handles Kickback PrecautionsSee Figures 16 Basic OPERATING/CUTTING Procedures Work Area PrecautionsProper Cutting Stance Thumb on Undersideof Handle bar Straight Chain line ArmHazardous Conditions Proper Procedure for Tree FellingSee Figures 21 Bucking Removing Buttress RootsVertical Cut Loose SectioN Horizontal Kickback Bucking Logs Under Stress Bucking with a WedgeOverbucking Limbing and Pruning UnderbuckingCutting Springpoles See Figures 31General Maintenance MaintenanceLubrication See Figures 34Cutters chain rotation Chain drive links ADJUSTINGChain tensioning Pin hole Chain tensioning Screw Bar Groove Chain drive linksSee Figures 44 Adjusting the Chain TensionSee Figures 47 Chain Maintenance≈ .050 Raker depth gauge clearance 025 Inspect drive SprocketSee Figures 49 Sharpening the CuttersSide Plate Angle TOP Plate Filing AngleMaintaining Depth Gauge Clearance SeeMounting the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard Maintaining the Guide BARMaintaining the SAFE-T-TIP Nose Guard See Figures 59Choose one of the following cleaning options Cleaning the AIR FilterSee Figures 61 Cleaning the Starter Unit Adjusting the CarburetorBefore adjusting the carburetor See Figures 64Clean Cylinder Fins Clean flywheel Fuel filter Cleaning the EngineChecking the Fuel Filter Replacing the Spark PlugSee Figures 72 Storing the ProductBar and chain combinations TroubleshootingCall US First Limited Warranty Statement WarrantyYour Warranty Rights and Obligations Warranty Serial Number California Proposition