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Instructions for periodic maintenance

To ensure long life, prevent damage and ensure the full functioning of the safety features the following maintenance must be per-
formed regularly. Guarantee claims can be recognized only if this work is performed regularly and properly. Failure to perform the
prescribed maintenance work can lead to accidents!
The user of the chain saw must not perform maintenance work which is not described in the instruction manual. All such work must
be carried out by a DOLMAR service center.
General Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualied service center immediately
Saw chain Sharpen regulary, replace in good time 28-29
Chain brake Have inspected regularly at an authorized service center
Guide bar Turn over to ensure even wear of bearing surfaces
Replace in good time 21, 30
Starter cable Check for damage. Replace if damaged. 34
Before each start Saw chain Inspect for damage and sharpness 28-29
Check chain tension 21
Guide bar Check for damage
Chain lubrication Functional check 24
Chain brake Functional check 26
Combination switch,
Safety locking button,
Throttle lever Functional check 25
Fuel/oil tank
cap Check for tightness and lekages
Every day Air lter Clean (several times daily if necessary) 32
Guide bar Check for damage, clean oil intake bore 30
Guide bar support Clean, in particular the oil guide groove 24, 30
Idle speed Check (chain must not run) 27
Every week Fan housing Clean to maintain good cooling air ow. 17, 35
Cylinder area Clean to maintain good cooling air ow. 35
Spark plug Check and replace if necessary 33
Mufer Check tightness of mounting, Check screws 33
Spark arrester screen Clean or replace if necessary 35
Chain guide Check 20
Screws and nuts Check their condition and that they are rmly secured.
Every 3 months Fuel lter Replace 35
Fuel, oil tanks Clean
Annually Chain saw Check at an authorized service center
Storage Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualied service center immediately
Guide bar/chain Demount, clean and oil slightly
Clean the guide groove of the guide bar 30
Fuel, oil tanks Empty and clean
Carburetor Run empty
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Service, spare parts and guarantee

Maintenance and repair

The maintenance and repair of modern engines as well as all safety devices require qualied technical training and a special work-
shop equipped with special tools and testing devices.
Any work not described in this Manual may be performed only by a DOLMAR service center.
The DOLMAR service centers have all the necessary equipment and skilled and experienced personnel, who can work out cost-
effective solutions and advise you in all matters.
Repair attempts by third parties or unauthorized persons will void all warranty claims.
Please contact your nearest service center.