Homelite UT10552 manual Call US First, Troubleshooting

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troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause			Solution

Bar and chain running	Chain oil tank empty.		Oil tank should be filled every time fuel tank is filled.
hot and smoking.	Chain tension is too tight.		Tension chain per instructions in Adjusting the Chain Tension in

			the Maintenance section of this manual.
	Oiler is not functioning.		Run at half throttle 30 to 45 seconds. Stop saw and check for oil
			dripping from SAFE-T-TIP and guide bar. If oil is present, the chain
			may be dull or bar may be damaged. If no oil is on the SAFE-T-TIP,
			contact an authorized service center.
	Clogged oil passages.		Remove the clutch cover and guide bar plate and clean oil passages
			with a stiff-bristle brush.

Engine starts and	Chain brake is engaged.		Release chain brake. Refer to Operating the Chain Brake in the
runs, but chain is not			Operation	section of this manual.
rotating.	Chain tension is too tight.		Tension chain per instructions in Adjusting the Chain Tension in

			the Maintenance section of this manual.
	Guide bar and chain		Refer to Replacing the Guide Bar and Chain in the Maintenance
	assembled	incorrectly.	section of this manual
	Guide bar and/or chain are		Inspect guide bar and chain for damage.
	damaged.
	Drive sprocket teeth		Contact an authorized service center for drive sprocket replace-
	damaged		ment.

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Contents UT10552 OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of contentsRead ALL Instructions General safety rulesSpecific safety rules Refueling do not SmokeKickback Symbol Name SymbolsService Glossary of terms Features Product SpecificationsRelease Assembly Applications OperationHandling the Fuel Safely Mixing the FuelAdding BAR and Chain OIL Filling the Fuel TankOperating the Chain Brake See Figures 4Starting the Engine Ignition switchSee Figures 6 RUN PositionStopping the Engine Throttle Lock button Trigger Ignition switch StopTo Start a Warm Engine See Figures 12Adjusting Idle Speed Pull and PushIdle speed screw T Pull Push Kickback Precautions Proper Grip on HandlesSee Figures 16 Basic OPERATING/CUTTING Procedures Work Area PrecautionsProper Cutting Stance UndersideProper Procedure for Tree Felling Hazardous ConditionsSee Figures 21 Bucking Removing Buttress RootsHinge Back CUT Wedge Vertical Cut Loose SectioN Horizontal KickbackBucking Logs Under Stress Bucking with a WedgeOverbucking Finishing CUTLimbing and Pruning UnderbuckingCutting Springpoles See Figures 31General Maintenance MaintenanceLubrication See Figures 34Chain Drive Links SprocketBAR Groove Chain Drive Links Adjusting the Chain Tension See Figures 44Flats on Drive Links See Figures 47 Chain Maintenance≈ .050 in .25 mm 050 1.25 mm Raker Depth Gauge ClearanceSharpening the Cutters See Figures 49Left Hand Cutters Right Hand Side 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 67Plate Deflector Retaining ScrewSBAR and Chain Combinations Call US First TroubleshootingLimited 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 Model Number California PropositionSerial Number UT10552