Dolmar PS-400 Chainsaw User Manual


 
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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
performed 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.
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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 qualified technical training and a special
workshop equipped with special tools and testing devices.
We therefore recommend that you consult a DOLMAR service center for all work not described in this instruction manual.
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.
Please contact your nearest service center. Should you however not have an adress for a DOLMAR service center then please
contact the DOLMAR general trading company (see last page) who will gladly provide you with the adress of your nearest DOLMAR
service center.
General Chain saw Clean exterior, check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service center immediately
Saw chain Sharpen regulary, replace in good time 26, 27
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 20
Starter cable Check for damage. In case of damage,
have repaired by a qualified service center immediately
Before each start Saw chain Inspect for damage and sharpness 26
Check chain tension 20
Guide bar Check for damage
Chain lubrication Functional check 24
Chain brake Functional check 21
OFF switch,
Safety locking button,
Throttle lever Functional check 23
Fuel/oil tank
cap Check for tightness
Every day Air filter Clean 29
Guide bar Check for damage, clean oil intake bore 23
Guide bar support Clean, in particular the oil guide groove 23,27
Idle speed Check (chain must not run) 25
Every week Fan housing Clean to ensure proper air cooling 17
Carburetor interior Clean (remove filter cover for access) 29
Chain brake Clean the brake band (sawdust, oil) 27
Spark plug Check and replace if necessary 29
Muffler Check tightness of mounting, clean spark arrestor screen 28
Spark arrester screen Clean 28
Chain catcher Check 17
Every 3 months Fuel filter Replace 27
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 qualified service center immediately
Guide bar/chain Demount, clean and oil slightly
Clean the guide groove of the guide bar 27
Fuel, oil tanks Empty and clean
Carburetor Run empty