Homelite UT10512, UT10032, UT10012 manual OPERATOR’S Manual, Save this Manual for Future Reference

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

14 in. 33cc CHAIN SAW

UT10012 / UT10512

16 in. 33cc CHAIN SAW

UT10032 / UT10532

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.

Thank you for buying a Homelite product.

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Contents Save this Manual for Future Reference OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions General Safety RulesRefueling do not Smoke Specific Safety RulesKickback Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsService Glossary of Terms Product Specifications FeaturesAssembly Applications OperationHandling the Fuel Safely Mixing the FuelAdding BAR and Chain OIL Filling the Fuel TankOperating the Chain Brake See Figures 4Starting the Engine Starter Grip Ignition Switch RUN PositionSee Figures 6 To Start a Cold EngineStopping the Engine Ignition Switch Stop Position Brake PositionTo Start a Warm Engine See Figures 12Pull and Push Adjusting Idle SpeedIdle Speed Screw T Pull Push Proper Grip on Handles Kickback PrecautionsSee Figures 16 Kickback Rotational Proper Hand Grip Position Proper GripBasic OPERATING/CUTTING Procedures Work Area PrecautionsProper Cutting Stance Chain LineHazardous Conditions Proper Procedure for Tree FellingSee Figures 21 Planned Line FallBucking Removing Buttress RootsHinge Back CUT Wedge Vertical Loose Section KickbackBucking Logs Under Stress Bucking with a WedgeOverbucking Limbing and Pruning UnderbuckingCutting Springpoles See Figures 31General Maintenance MaintenanceLubrication Replacing the Guide BAR and ChainBAR Studs Adjusting See Figures 44 Adjusting the Chain TensionFlats on Drive Links See Figures 47 Chain Maintenance≈ .050 in .25 mm ≈ .050 1.25 mm Raker Depth Gauge ClearanceSee Figures 49 Sharpening the CuttersCutting Corner TOP Plate Side Plate Rivet Hole Heel TOE Gullet Left Hand Cutters Right HandSide 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 59See Figures 61 Cleaning the AIR FilterCleaning the Starter Unit Adjusting the CarburetorBefore adjusting the carburetor See Figures 64Checking the Fuel Filter Cleaning the EngineReplacing the Spark Plug See Figures 67Inspecting and Cleaning the Chain Brake INSPECTING/CLEANING the Spark Arrestor ScreenStoring the Chain SAW 1 Month or Longer See Figures 72BAR and Chain Combinations TroubleshootingLength of Bar Guide Bar Part Number Chain Part Number Call US First Limited Warranty Statement WarrantyOWNER’S Warranty Responsibilities MANUFACTURER’S Warranty CoverageMaintenance Requirements CoverageAIR Filter Assy Emissions Maintenance Schedule and Warranted Parts ListCarburetor Assy Fuel Tank AssyPage Serial Number California PropositionModel Number UT10012/UT10512 and UT10032/UT10532