Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the chance of kickback or
Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge angles as illustrated.
Cutter length
Filing angle
Side plate angle
Top plate cutting angle
■Guide Bar
•Reverse the bar occasionally to prevent partial wear.
•The bar rail should always be square. Check for wear of the bar rail. Apply a ruler to the bar and the out-
G3801/G3801EZ
side of a cutter. If a gap is observed between them, the rail is normal. Otherwise, the bar rail is worn. Such a bar needs to be corrected or replaced.
Ruler
Gap
No gap
Chain tilts
WARNING:
This saw is equipped with one of the following low kick- back bar/chain combinations:
Zenoah Part Number
Saw Model Chain Type Guide Bar Saw Chain
G3801/G3801EZ 91VG
G3801/G3801EZ 95VP
G B
9. Troubleshooting Guide
Case 1. Starting failure
Make sure the icing prevention system is not working.
Check fuel for water
or substandard mix- a Replacefuel. with proper ture.
Case 3. Oil does not come out
Check oil for sub- | a | Replace. | |
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Check for engine flooding.
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Check spark ignition.
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Remove and dry the spark plug.
Then pull the starter again with no choke.
Replace with a new plug.
If the unit seems to need further service, please consult with an authorized service shop in your area.
Case 2. Lack of power/Poor acceleration/ Rough idling
Check fuel for water
Replace with proper
or substandard mix- a fuel. ture.
d
Check air filter and
fuel filter for clog- a Clean. ging.
d
Check carburetor
Readjust speed
for inadequate ad- a needles. justment.
10. Disposal
•When you dispose of the machine, do not disas- semble the machine.
•When you dispose of the machine, fuel, chain oil, be sure to follow your local regulations.
