® ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW OWNER’S MANUAL IMPORTANT! Loose Chain... Step 1 ENGLISH Failure to follow these instructions when tensioning saw chain will damage saw and void the warranty. For additional information see owner’s manual or call 1-800-858-8501. New saw chains will stretch. WARNING: Unplug saw Check chain tension frequently and allow chain to cool before when first used and tighten when chain becomes loose tensioning. around guide bar.
® OWNER’S MANUAL 3.5 Peak HP te Poin HP de imo HP Máx cm 16"/41 MODELS EL-8: 107624-01, 107624-02, 107625-01, 107625-02, 111174-01 IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before assembling or operating this chain saw. Improper use of saw can cause severe injury. Keep this manual for future reference.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................................................. 3 Before Operating Saw ....................................................................................................................... 3 While Operating Saw ........................................................................................................................ 3 Kickback ..................................................................................................
WARNING: When using an electric chain saw, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Make sure you read and understand all instructions in Important Safety Information on pages 3 through 5. Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death from fire, electrical shock, body contact with moving chain, or falling wood. WHILE OPERATING SAW BEFORE OPERATING SAW 1.
KICKBACK IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator.
Continued • Never try cutting through two logs at same time. Only cut one log at a time. • Do not bury guide bar nose or try plunge cut (boring into wood using guide bar nose). • Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that may pinch chain. • Use extreme caution when reentering a previous cut. • Use low-kickback chain and guide bar supplied with this chain saw. Only replace these parts with chains and guide bars listed in this manual. • Never use dull or loose chain. Keep chain sharp with proper tension.
2. Check all items for any shipping damage. If you find any damage or if any parts are missing, call Technical Services at 1-800-858-8501 for prompt service. UNPACKING 1. Remove all items from carton.
Continued Switch Linkage This device connects switch to trig- ger. It moves switch when you squeeze trigger. Switch Lockout Device that reduces accidental start- ing of saw. Trigger Device that turns saw on and off. Squeezing trigger turns saw on. Releasing trigger turns saw off. Trimming (Pruning) Process of cutting limb(s) from a living tree. CAUTION: Do not place chain on saw backwards. If chain is backwards, saw will vibrate badly and will not cut.
❶ ASSEMBLY Continued Adjustment Block Chain Tensioning Screw Figure 5 - Turn Chain Tensioning Screw on Model 107624-01, -02 Adjustment Block E-Ring Chain Tensioning Knob If chain becomes loose around guide bar, allow chain to cool then... ❷ LOOSE N Figure 6 - Turn Chain Tensioning Knob on Model 107625-01, -02, 111174-01 LOOS EN SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Unplug chain saw from power source before adjusting saw chain tension. Loosen both nuts...
SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT OPERATING CHAIN SAW ❸b Models 107625-01, 107625-02, and 111174-01 TIGHT E N FILLING OIL TANK 1. Remove oil cap. 2. Fill oil tank with SAE #30 motor oil. Note: For temperatures below 30°F, use SAE #10 oil. For temperatures above 75°F, use SAE #40 oil. 3. Replace oil cap at once. Tighten oil cap firmly for good seal. This will avoid oil seepage from tank. 4. Wipe off excess oil. Note: It is normal for oil to seep when saw is not in use.
OPERATING CHAIN SAW CUTTING WITH THE CHAIN SAW Continued 1. Connect saw to extension cord. Connect extension cord to power supply. 2. Make sure section of log to be cut is not laying on ground. This will keep chain from touching ground as it cuts through log. Touching ground with moving chain will dull chain. 3. Use both hands to grip saw. Always use left hand to grip front handle and right hand to grip rear handle. Use firm grip. Thumbs and fingers must wrap around saw handles (see Figure 10). 4.
4. Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire from tree where you will make felling cuts. 5. Stay on uphill side when felling tree. Tree could roll or slide downhill after falling. OPERATING CHAIN SAW Continued FELLING A TREE (Cutting Down a Tree) Felling Procedure A) Felling Notch WARNING: When felling a tree, be aware of your surroundings. Do not endanger any person, strike utility lines, or cause property damage. If tree strikes utility lines, contact utility company at once.
BUCKING A LOG OPERATING CHAIN SAW Continued 3. As felling cut nears hinge, tree should begin to fall. Note: If needed, drive wedges into felling cut to control direction of fall. If tree settles back and pinches chain, drive wedges into felling cut to remove saw. Only use wedges made of wood, plastic, or aluminum. Never use wedge made of steel. This could cause kickback and damage to chain. 4.
OPERATING CHAIN SAW Log Supported On One End 1. Make first cut on underside of log (see Figure 15). Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut 1/3 through diameter of log. This cut will keep section from splintering when cut. 2. Make second cut directly above first cut. Cut down to meet first cut. This cut will keep log from pinching guide bar and chain. WARNING: Do not cut limbs higher than your shoulders. Log Supported On Both Ends 1. Make first cut from above log (see Figure 16).
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Normal Guide Bar Maintenance 1. Remove guide bar from chain saw. 2. Remove sawdust from guide bar groove periodically. Use putty knife or wire (see Figure 19). 3. Clean oil slots after each day of use. 4. Remove burrs from sides of guide bar. Use flat file to make side edges square. Replace guide bar when • bar is bent or cracked • inside groove of bar is badly worn Note: When replacing guide bar, see Replacement Parts and Accessories, page 16, for proper bar.
4. Hold file guide level. Make sure 30° mark on file guide is parallel to center of guide bar (see Figure 20). This will insure that you file cutters at 30° angle. Continued 5. File from inside towards outside of cutter until Items Needed to Sharpen Chain sharp. Only file in this one direction (see Figure Purchase these items from your local dealer, hard20). Note: Two or three strokes with file should ware store, or chain saw supplies outlet. sharpen cutter. • 5/32" round file 6.
STORAGE REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES If storing saw for more than 30 days, follow steps below. 1. Drain oil tank after each use. 2. Remove and clean guide bar and chain. Clean guide bar and chain by soaking in petroleum based solvent or mild soap and water mixture. 3. Dry guide bar and chain. 4. Place chain in container filled with oil. This will prevent rust. 5. Wipe a thin coating of oil over surface of guide bar. 6. Wipe off outside of saw body.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing. Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain. Note: For additional help, visit DESA Specialty Products’™ technical service web site at www.desatech.com. POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Saw runs, but does not cut Chain assembled backwards on guide bar See Assembly, pages 7 and 8 Saw does not cut unless heavily forced.
WARRANTY INFORMATION Model ___________________________ Date Purchased ___________________ ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW LIMITED WARRANTY Always specify model and serial numbers when writing the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.
STOP DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE. CALL 1-800-858-8501 FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. 107705-01 Rev.