Homelite UT13130 User's Manual
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1. Homelite ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW OWNER S MANUAL MODEL UT13130 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 LISTED Hom olite ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW A SAFETY WARNINGS Make certain you read and un derstand all Safety Warnings on pages 2 and 3 Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death from fire electrical shock body contact with moving chain or falling wood BEFORE OPERATING SAW 1 For more information visit www desatech com Read and understand this owner s manual before operating chain saw 10 11 12 eye protection such as safety glasses goggles or face screen safety hard hat ear mufflers or ear plugs hair covering to contain long hair face or dust mask if working in dusty areas Before cutting always provide the fol lowing e clear work area e secure footing e planned retreat path from falling tree Inspect tree before cutting down Make sure there are no dead limbs or branches that may fall on you To reduce the risk of electric shock this Watch what you are doing Use com mon sense Do not operate saw when you are tired Use chain saw for cutting wood only Do not use chain saw for purpose not intended Do not use for cutting plastic masonry etc Only well instructe2. 30 Guide File Guide 5 32 Round File Note This illustration shows file guide placement and filing direction for sharpening cutters on left side of chain Depth Gauge left side of chain Left Side of Dept Gauge right side of chain Groove Top Plate Top Plate right side of chain left side of chain Right Side of Chain Figure 20 Chain Part Locations Continued 13 For more information visit www desatech com Hom olite ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued Filing Cutter Depth Gauges The cutter depth gauge clearance is reduced as cutters are sharpened After every second or third sharpening reset cutter depth gauges 1 Place depth gauge tool 025 firmly across top of two cutters Make sure depth gauge enters slot in depth gauge tool see Figure 21 2 Use medium flat file File depth gauge level with depth gauge tool 3 Remove depth gauge tool With flat file round off front corner of cutter depth gauge see Figure 22 After several hand filings have authorized service center or sharpening service machine sharpen chain This will insure even filing Flat File Depth Gauge Figure 21 Depth Gauge Tool On Chain Front Corner A SF 025 Figure 22 Round Off Front Corner Of Depth Gauge REPLACING SAW CHAIN Replace chain when cutters are too worn to sharpen or when chain breaks Only use replacement chain noted in this manual Always incl
3. 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 e Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that may pinch chain e Use extreme caution when reentering a previous cut e Use low kickback chain and guide bar supplied with this chain saw Only re place these parts with chains and guide bars listed in this manual e Never use dull or loose chain Keep chain sharp with proper tension e Do not hand sharpen chain on automatic chain sharpening Fast Sharp models Saw Maintenance and Kickback Safety Follow maintenance instructions in this manual Proper cleaning of saw and chain and guide bar maintenance can reduce chances of kickback Inspect and maintain saw after each use This will increase the service life of your saw Note Even with proper sharpening risk of kickback can increase with each sharpening MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF CHAIN SAW 1 Unplug chain saw from power source when not in use before moving from one place to another before servicing before changing accessories or at tachments such as saw chain and guard 2 Inspect chain saw before and after each use Check saw closely if guard or other part has been damaged Check for any damage that may affect operator safety or operation of saw Check for align ment or binding of moving parts Check for broken or damaged parts Do not use chain saw if damage affects saf
4. be whipped toward you This could also pull you off balance When cutting limb or tree trunk that is under tension use extreme caution Be alert for wood springing back When wood tension is released limb could spring back and strike operator causing wider than the other This plug will fit ina polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet of your extension cord reverse the plug If it still does not fit a polarized extension cord will be necessary Do not change the plug in any way WHILE OPERATING SAW 1 10 11 Stay alert Use common sense while operating chain saw Keep work area clean Cluttered areas invite injuries Be aware of extension cord while oper ating chain saw Be careful not to trip over cord Keep cord away from chain and operator at all times Keep children animals and bystanders away from chain saw and extension cord Only chain saw user should be in work area Do not cut down a tree unless you are trained or have expert help If two or more persons perform bucking and felling operations at the same time provide plenty of distance between operations Provide distance of at least twice the height of tree being felled Secure wood you are cutting by using clamps or chocks Grip chain saw firmly with both hands Never operate chain saw with one hand Never use hand guard as handle Keep finger off trigger until ready to make cut Before starting
5. hold log with your hand leg or foot e While cutting log never allow another person to hold log e Turn off and unplug saw before moving from one place to an other Bucking a log is cutting a log into sections Make sure your footingis firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet When possible raise log or section off ground Do this by using limbs logs chocks etc When cutting through log maintain control by reducing cutting pressure near end of cut Do not relax your grip on chain saw handles Do not let moving chain touch ground Ground will dull moving chain After cutting through log release trigger to turn saw off before moving saw Follow directions below to buck a log For more information visit www desatech com 10 Entire Length Of Log On Ground Cut log from top see Figure 13 Figure 13 Bucking Log With Entire Length On Ground Log Supported On One End 1 Make first cut on underside of log see Figure 14 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 1st Cut Figure 14 Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On One End 120693 OPERATING CHAIN SAW Continued Log Supported On Both Ends 1 Make first cut from above log see Figure
6. loose chain will increase the risk of kickback A loose chain may jump out of guide bar groove This may injure operator and damage chain A loose chain will cause chain guide bar and sprocket to wear rapidly Note For pre assembled models the saw chain tension is properly set at factory A new chain will stretch Check new chain after first few minutes of operation Allow chain to cool down Follow steps below to readjust saw chain tension 1 Before adjusting chain make sure guide bar nuts are only finger tight see Figure 3 page 6 Also make sure adjusting block is in oval adjusting hole on guide bar see Figures 3 and 4 page 6 2 Turn adjusting screw clockwise until all slack is out of chain see Figure 5 Note There should be no gap between side links of chain and bottom of guide bar see Figure 6 3 Wearing protective gloves move chain around guide bar Chain should move freely If chain does not move freely loosen chain by turning adjusting screw counterclockwise 120693 chain tension Figure 5 Turning Adjusting Screw Guide Bar Nuts Correct Tension Incorrect Tension Figure 6 Saw Chain Adjustment 4 Remove oil cap 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 Replace oil cap at once Tighten oil cap firmly for good seal This will avoid oil seepage fro
7. not clamp chain 3 Press 5 32 round file attached to file guide into groove between top plate and depth gauge on chain File guide 4 Hold file guide level Make sure 30 mark on file guide is parallel to center of guide bar see Figure 19 This will in sure that you file cutters at 30 angle 5 File from inside towards outside of cutter until sharp Only file in this one direction see Figure 19 Note Two or three strokes with file should sharpen cutter 6 After each cutter is sharpened move chain forward to sharpen next cutter ing Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain A WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain Keep chain sharp Your saw will cut faster and more safely A dull chain will cause undue sprocket guide bar chain and motor wear If you must force chain into wood and cutting creates only sawdust with few large chips chain is dull Items Needed to Sharpen Chain Purchase these items from your local dealer hardware store or chain saw sup plies outlet e 5 32 round file e Depth gauge tool e File guide e Vise e Medium sized flat file 120693 should rest on both top plate and depth gauge see Figures 19 and 20 Note File at midpoint of guide bar File all cutters on one side of chain 7 Move to other side of chain and repeat process Filing Direction
8. 11 3 Remove tree trunk wedge created by notching cuts B Felling Cut 1 Make felling cut two inches higher than lower notch cut and on opposite side of tree see Figure 11 Keep felling cut parallel to lower notch cut 2 Cut towards notch AX WARNING Do not cut all the way through tree Leave about two inches of tree diameter uncut directly behind felling notch see Figure 11 This uncut portion acts as a hinge The hinge helps keep tree from twisting and falling in wrong direction Direction of Fall 3rd Cut a Felling Cut 2nd Cut Upper 2 Notch Cut Inches i i 1st Cut Lower Notch Cut Figure 11 Felling A Tree 3 As felling cut nears hinge tree should be gin 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 When tree begins to fall quickly e remove saw from felling cut e release trigger to turn saw off e put saw down e exit area using retreat path WARNING Be alert for falling overhead limbs Watch your foot ing while exiting area Continued 9 For more information visit www desatech com Hom olite ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW OPERATING CHAIN SAW Continued LIMBING A TREE A WARNING Avoid ki
9. 15 Cut 1 3 through diameter of log This cut will keep section from splintering when cut 2 Make second cut on underside of log directly under first cut Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut up to meet first cut This will keep log from pinching guide bar and chain 1st Cut Figure 15 Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On Both Ends 120693 OWNER S MANUAL TRIMMING A TREE Pruning A WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe in jury or death See Kickback page 3 to avoid risk of kickback AX WARNING Do not operate chain saw while e inatree e on a ladder or any other un stable surface e in any awkward position You may lose control of saw caus ing severe injury AX WARNING Do not cut limbs higher than your shoulders A CAUTION Seek professional help if facing conditions beyond your ability Trimming a tree is the process of cutting limbs from a living tree Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Follow directions below to trim a tree 1 Make first cut six inches from tree trunk on underside of limb Use top of guide bar to make this cut Cut 1 3 through diameter of limb see Figure 16 2 Move two to four inches farther out on limb Make second cut from above limb Continue cut until you cut limb off 3 Make third cut as close to tree trunk as possible on underside of limb stub Use top
10. Adjustment page 7 A WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain IMPORTANT Do not clamp chain saw in vise during assembly The plastic hardware bag should include e two guide bar bolts e two guide bar nuts e one Phillips head tapping screw e automatic chain sharpener Fast Sharp models only 1 Lay chain out flat 2 Install front hand guard onto saw body Do this by pressing two mounting stand outs on hand guard into hex shaped holes in saw body see Figure 3 3 Insert tapping screw through hand guard and into saw handle Tighten screw firmly 4 Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise see Figure 4 Continue to turn adjust ing screw until adjusting block is to rear of adjusting plate 5 Install guide bar onto saw body Place rear of guide bar between adjusting plate and sprocket support IMPORTANT Make sure to insert adjusting block into oval adjusting hole on guide bar 6 Line up holes on sprocket support with center slot on guide bar and holes in saw body 7 Insert guide bar bolts through front hand guard saw body center slot of guide bar and sprocket support Attach guide bar nuts to guide bar bolts IMPORTANT Tighten guide bar nuts finger tight only Make sure adjusting block is in oval adjusting hole on guide bar 8 Place chain around drive sprocket then along top groove of guide bar and around guide bar nose Note Make s
11. This list contains replaceable parts used in your chainsaw When ordering parts be sure to provide the correct model and serial numbers from the model plate then the part number and description of the UT13130 desired part KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 14SB Guide Bar 14 14SC Saw Chain 107481 01 Armature Assembly 075676 Sprocket Roller Bearing 107319 01 Hex Head Bolt 107512 01 Cap amp Bulb Assembly 099829 01 Cord 077399 14 Side Cover Black 076105 Thrust Disk 107482 01 Field amp Brush Assembly 059606 Drive Gear 107713 01 Internal Gear 106809 02 Front Hand Guard 079089 07 Motor Housing Black NPC 4C Hex Nut 077115 Adjusting Plate Assembly 075887 Bearing Plate 079086 02 Oil Reservoir 097403 01 Pan Head Screw 108120 01 E Ring 076906 Flat Head Tap Screw 107708 01 Pan Head Tap Screw 077143 Sprocket Support 077525S Lock Off Switch 106810 01 Sprocket Cover Black 079963 04 Scabbard ANoOoaRWND NV SBS S Ph S Ss Ss ae ese se Ss Ss YO HSH SS SS a ai ks ee oO 120693 17 For more information visit www desatech com Hom olite ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW Ray s Portable Heater Service 3191 Myers Road Camino CA 95709 9550 530 644 7716 Tool amp Equipment 5 Manila Drive Hamden CT 06514 0322 203 248 7553 1 800 397 7553 Grainger Parts Operations 1657 Shermer Road Northbrook IL 60062 5362 708 498 5900 1 800 323 0620 www grainger com Portable Heater Parts 342 North County Roa
12. age 13 Saw runs slow Saw stalls easily Low power supply voltage Extension cord wire size too small See Extension Cords page 8 Motor of saw does notrun when you squeeze trigger 1 Switch lockout not pressed in to release trigger Extension cord connections loose Open line fuse or circuit breaker Bad motor brushes Open wiring circuit on saw nb Wh 1 Press in switch lockout before squeezing trigger Check cord connections Check line fuse or circuit breaker See authorized service center See authorized service center nA Wh Motor of saw runs but chain does not move Gear train failure See authorized service center Chain does not get oil me Clogged oil slot in guide bar 2 Oil is too thick Remove guide bar and clean oil slot Use correct weight of oil See Filling Oil Tank page 7 Ne Chain comes off guide bar Saw smokes 1 Chain is loose 2 Guide bar and chain not assembled right Saw damaged Do not use saw 1 Tighten chain See Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 2 See Assembly page 6 See authorized service center Saw leaks oil 120693 Oil cap is not secure Tighten oil cap Note Empty oil tank when not in use 15 For more information visit www desatech com ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN UT13130 g Installation For more information visit www desatech com 16 120693 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LIST
13. ar wears unevenly it widens guide bar groove see Figure 17 This causes chain clatter and rivet popping Saw will not cut straight Replace guide bar if this occurs Inspect guide bar before sharpening chain A worn or damaged guide bar is unsafe A worn or damaged guide bar will damage chain It will also make cutting harder Guide Bar Groove x Guide Bar Normal Guide Guide Bar Bar With Uneven Wear Figure 17 Guide Bar Cross Section Showing Uneven Bar Wear For more information visit www desatech com 12 Normal Guide Bar Maintenance 1 2 Remove guide bar from chain saw Remove sawdust from guide bar groove periodically Use putty knife or wire Clean oil slots after each day of use Remove burrs from sides of guide bar Use flat file to make side edges square Replace guide bar when e bar is bent or cracked e inside groove of bar is badly worn Note When replacing guide bar see Re placement Parts and Accessories page 19 for proper bar Burr Flat File Guide Bar Cleaning Groove With Putty Knife B Figure 18 Guide Bar Maintenance 120693 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued SHARPENING SAW CHAIN AX WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before servic OWNER S MANUAL Sharpening Cutters Use file guide for 30 filing Adjust chain for proper tension see Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 2 Clamp guide bar in vise to hold saw steady Note Do
14. aw firmly in place to avoid possible bouncing or skating sideways movement of saw 7 Guide saw using light pressure Do not force saw The motor will overload and can burn out It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended 8 Remove saw from a cut with saw run ning at full speed Stop saw by releasing trigger Make sure chain has stopped before setting saw down 9 Practice until you can maintain a steady even cutting rate Switch Lockout Trigger Figure 9 Switch Lockout and Trigger Location 120693 OPERATING CHAIN SAW Continued FELLING A TREE Cutting Down a Tree A WARNING e Avoid kickback Kickback can resultin severe injury or death See Kickback page 3 to avoid risk of kickback e Donotfellatree without ample skill or expert help e Keep children animals and bystanders away from area when felling a tree e If two or more persons perform bucking and felling operations AWWarNING Whenfellingatree be aware of your surroundings Do not endanger any person strike utility lines or cause prop erty damage If tree strikes utility lines contact utility company at once Felling is the process of cutting down a tree Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Follow directions below to fell a tree Before Felling a Tree 1 Before felling inspect tree Make sure there are no dead limbs or bran
15. chain saw make sure chain is not touching anything To guard against electrical shock avoid 2 16 severe injury or death Carry chain saw from one place to another with saw stopped and unplugged by holding front handle never use hand guard as handle with finger off trigger with guide bar and chain to rear A WARNING This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grind ing drilling and other construc tion activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some ex amples of these chemicals are e lead from lead based paints e crystalline silica from bricks and cementand other masonry products e arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you dothis type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equip ment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles 120693 A SAFETY WARNINGS KICKBACK A 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 fa
16. ches that may fall on you Study natural lean of tree location of larger branches and wind direction This will help you judge which way tree will fall Clear work area around tree 3 Plan and clear a retreat path before felling Make retreat path opposite to planned direction of fall of tree and at 45 angle see Figure 10 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 120693 OWNER S MANUAL Retreat Path Direction of Fall Retreat Path Figure 10 Retreat Path From Tree Felling Procedure A Felling Notch A properly placed felling notch will deter mine direction tree will fall Place felling notch on side of tree in direction you want tree to fall see Figure 11 Follow directions below to create a felling notch 1 Make lower notch cut as close to ground as possible Hold saw so guide bar is horizontal Cut 1 3 the diameter of tree trunk see Figure 11 Note Al ways make this horizontal lower notch cut first If you make this cut second tree can pinch chain or guide bar 2 Start upper notch cut the same distance above first cut as first cut is deep Example If lower notch cut is eight inches deep start upper notch cut eight inches above it Cut downward at 45 angle The upper notch cut should meet end of lower notch cut see Figure
17. ckback Kickback can result in severe in jury or death See Kickback page 3 to avoid risk of kickback WARNING When cutting limb thatis under tension use extreme caution Be alert for wood spring ing back When wood tension is released limb could spring back and strike operator causing se vere injury or death Limbing is removing branches from a fallen tree Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Do not remove larger limbs under tree that support log off ground Remove each limb with one cut see Figure 12 Clear cut limbs from work area often This will help maintain a safe work area Make sure you start your cut where limb will not pinch saw during cutting To avoid pinching start cut on freely hanging limbs from above limb Start cut on limbs under tension from under limb If pinch occurs turn saw off lift limb and remove saw Figure 12 Limbing A Tree BUCKING A LOG A WARNING Avoid kickback Kickback can result in severe in jury or death See Kickback page 3 to avoid risk of kickback Ad WARNING e If on slope make sure log will not roll down hill Secure log by using wooden stakes Drive wooden stakes into ground on downhill side of log Stand on uphill side of log while cutting Log may roll after cutting e Never try cutting through two logs at same time This could increase the risk of kickback e Whilecutting log never
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19. d adults should op erate chain saw Never allow children to operate chain saw Use only electrical voltage noted on model plate of chain saw Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use See page 8 for extension cord requirements Do not operate chain saw while under the influence of alcohol medication or drugs in rain or in damp or wet areas where highly flammable liquids or gases are present if saw is damaged adjusted wrong or not fully and securely assembled if trigger does not turn saw on and off Chain must stop moving when you release trigger Have faulty switch re placed by authorized service center while in a hurry while in tree or on a ladder unless trained to do so Wear snug fitting clothes when operat ing chain saw Do not wear loose cloth ing or jewelry They can get caught in moving saw chain Wear the following safety gear when operating chain saw e heavy duty gloves wear rubber gloves when working outdoors e steel toed safety footwear with non skid soles saw has a polarized plug one blade is 12 13 14 15 body contact with grounded objects such as pipes fences and metal posts Keep all parts of body away from chain when saw is running Do not force chain saw while cutting Apply light pressure It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended Cut small brush and saplings with ex treme care Slender material may catch in chain and
20. dealers of this product and or DESA Power Tools who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty Travel handling transportation diagnostic material labor and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs unless expressly covered by this warranty are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner Excluded from this warranty are products or parts that fail or become damaged due to misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance tampering or alterations Excluded from this warranty are products purchased for commercial industrial or rental usage This is DESA Power Tools exclusive warranty and to the full extent allowed by law this express warranty excludes any and all other warranties express or implied written or verbal and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to one 1 year on new products and 90 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of first purchase DESA Power Tools makes no other warranties regarding this product DESA Power Tools liability is limited to the purchase price of the product and DESA Power Tools shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever under any circumstances including indirect incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts o
21. e guide bar supports and guides chain Guide Bar Nose Tip or end of guide bar Kickback Quick backward and upward motion of guide bar Kickback may occur when tip of guide bar touches an object while chain is moving The guide bar will kick up and back towards operator Limbing Process of cutting limb s from a felled tree Low Kickback Chain Chain that reduces chance of kickback as required by ANS B175 1 Normal Cutting Position Stance used while making bucking and felling cuts Notching Cut Notch cut in tree that directs fall of tree Oiler Control System for oiling guide bar and chain Power Head Chain saw without chain and guide bar Also known as saw body Pushback Kickback Pinch Rapid push back of chain saw Pushback may occur if chain along top of guide bar is pinched caught or contacts a foreign object Rear Handle Handle located at rear of saw body Reduced Kickback Guide Bar Guide bar that reduces chance of kickback Replacement Chain Chain that complies with ANS B175 1 when used with a specific saw Itmay notmeet ANS requirements when used with other saws Saw Chain Chain Loop of chain having cutting teeth for cutting wood The mo tor drives chain The guide bar supports chain For more information visit www desatech com 4 Spiked Bumper Spike Pointed teeth at front of saw body beside guide bar Keep spiked bumper in contact with wood when felling or bucking It helps maintain posit
22. er Cord oo Figure 7 Tying Extension Cord and Power Cord in Knot OILING CHAIN Always check oil level before using saw To oil chain press squeeze bulb on oil cap Do not attempt to operate the oiler while cutting with the saw Oil will feed onto guide bar and chain Press squeeze bulb on oil cap at least once before each cut Check oil level often by looking at oil sight level hole Oil sight level hole is on left side of saw between front handle and front hand guard Figure 8 Pressing Squeeze Bulb on Oil Cap to Oil Chain For more information visit www desatech com 8 CUTTING WITH THE CHAIN SAW 1 Connect saw to extension cord Con nect 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 9 4 Make sure your footing is firm Keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet 5 When ready to make a cut press in switch lockout with right thumb and squeeze trigger see Figure 9 This will turn saw on Releasing trigger will turn saw off Make sure saw is running at full speed before starting a cut 6 When starting a cut place moving chain against wood Hold s
23. ety or operation Have damage repaired by authorized service center 3 Maintain chain saw with care e Never expose saw to rain e Keep chain sharp clean and lubricat ed for better and safer performance e Follow steps outlined in this manual to sharpen chain Keep handles dry clean and free of oil and grease Keep all screws and nuts tight Inspect power cord often If dam aged have repaired by authorized service center Never carry chain saw by power cord Never yank power cord to unplug it Keep power cord from heat oil and sharp edges Inspect extension cords often and replace if damaged 4 When servicing use only identical replacement parts 5 When not in use always store chain saw in a high or locked place out of children s reach in a dry place in a carrying case or with scabbard over guide bar Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this chain saw 3 For more information visit www desatech com Hom olite ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW CHAIN SAW NAMES AND TERMS Bucking Process of cutting a felled tree or log into lengths Felling Process of cutting down a tree Felling Cut Final cut when felling a tree Make this cut on opposite side of tree from notching cut Front Handle Located at front of saw body Front Hand Guard Shield between front handle and guide bar Protects left hand while using saw Guide Bar Metal bar that extends from saw body Th
24. ion of saw while cutting Sprocket Toothed wheel that drives chain Switch Device that completes or interrupts electrical circuit to motor of saw Switch Linkage This device connects switch to trigger It moves switch when you squeeze trigger Switch Lockout Device that reduces ac cidental starting 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 Undercut An upward cut from underside of log or limb This is done while in normal cutting position and cutting with top of guide bar 120693 OWNER S MANUAL PRODUCT UNPACKING IDENTIFICATION aaa i Guide Bar Nose Remove all items from carton Check all items for any shipping dam age If you find any damage or if any parts are missing promptly inform dealer where you bought chain saw Saw Chain Rear Handle Guide Bar Sprocket Cover Rear Hand Guard Scabbard Power Cord Oil Level Sight Hole located on saw body hidden by front handle Oil Cap With S AN Squeeze Bulb Q e 2 Co P D Front Handle WD Spike Switch Trigger Motor Lockout Housing Figure 2 Electric Chain Saw 120693 5 For more information visit www desatech com Hom olite ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW ASSEMBLY Note Some models are pre assembled As sembly is not needed on these models See Saw Chain Tension
25. m tank Wipe off excess oil Note It is normal for oil to seep when saw is not in use Empty oil tank after each use to prevent seepage For more information visit www desatech com Hom olite ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW OPERATING CHAIN SAW AX WARNING Read and under stand this owner s manual before operating this saw Make certain you read and understand all Safety Warnings pages 2 and 3 Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death from fire electrical shock or body contact with moving chain or falling wood EXTENSION CORDS Use proper extension cords with this saw Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use The cord must be marked with suffix W or W A following the cord type designation Example SJTW A or SITW Use proper sized cord with this saw Cord must be heavy enough to carry current needed An undersized cord will cause volt age drop at saw Saw will lose power and overheat Follow cord size requirements listed below Cord Length AWG Cord Size 25 feet 16 AWG 50 feet 16 AWG 100 feet 16 AWG 150 feet 14 AWG Model UT13130 Keep cord away from cutting area Make sure cord does not catch on branches or logs during cutting Inspect cords often Replace damaged cords The extension cord may come undone from the power cord during use To avoid this make a knot with the two cords as shown in Figure 7 below Extension Chain Saw Cord Pow
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27. of guide bar to make this cut Cut 1 3 through diameter of stub 4 Make fourth cut directly above third cut Cut down to meet third cut This will remove limb stub 2nd Cut 4th Cut Pruning Cut Final Stub to avoid pinching Cut 1st Cut Pruning Undercut to avoid splintering A 3rd Cut Stub Undercut to avoid splintering Figure 16 Cutting A Limb 11 For more information visit www desatech com Hom olite ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE NOTICE Below are instructions for servicing your chain saw Any servicing not mentioned below should be done by an authorized service center CLEANING SAW BODY WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before servic ing Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain A WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain AX WARNING When cleaning saw body e do not submerge saw in any liquids e do not use products that con tain ammonia chlorine or abrasives e donotuse chlorinated cleaning solvents carbon tetrachloride kerosene or gasoline Keep saw body clean Use a soft cloth damp ened with a mild soap and water mixture Wipe saw body to clean CARE OF GUIDE BAR Uneven bar wear causes most guide bar problems Incorrect sharpening of chain cutter and depth gauge settings often cause this When b
28. r the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state For information about this warranty contact DESA DESA POWER TOOLS INDUSTRIES OF CANADA INC P O Box 90004 82 Akron Road Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 Toronto Ontario M8W 1T2 1 800 561 3372 Fax 1 800 561 8003 www desatech com Model 120693 01 Date Purchased Rev A 11 06
29. st 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 Either of these re actions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious injury to user Kickback Safety Devices On This Saw This saw has a low kickback chain and reduced kickback guide bar Both items reduce the chance of kickback Kickback can still occur with this saw Properly install front hand guard This item can reduce injuries from kickback Follow assembly instructions on page 6 Do not remove front hand guard Do not replace front hand guard with substitute The following steps will reduce the risk of kickback e Use both hands to grip saw while saw is running Use firm grip Thumbs and fingers must wrap around saw handles e Keep all safety items in place on saw Make sure they work properly e Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height e Keep solid footing and balance at all times e Stand slightly to left side of saw This keeps your body from being in direct line with chain e Do not let guide bar nose touch anything when chain is moving see Figure 1 120693 OWNER S MANUAL Do Not Let 5 Guide Bar Touch Here E CERIEL Figure 1 Kickback Hazard Example Do Not Let Nose of Guide Bar Touch Object While Chain is Moving e Never try cutting through two logs
30. tact your nearest Parts Central listed on page 18 Each Authorized Dealer Authorized Service Center and Parts Central is independently owned and operated See pages 16 and 17 for an Illustrated Parts List If you need additional referral information contact our Technical Service Department see Technical Service In Canada call 1 800 561 3372 for parts information UT13130 Part Number Description 14SB Guide bar 14 14SC Chain 14 107713 01 Drive sprocket General Part Number Description 079963 04 Plastic scabbard 14 106809 02 Hand Guard 077155 Adjusting Plate Assy REPAIR SERVICE Note Only use original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty Each Authorized Service Center is indepen dently owned and operated WARRANTY SERVICE If productrequires warranty service return itto nearest Authorized Service Center You must show proof of purchase If faulty materials or workmanship caused damage we will repair or replace product without charge Note Normal wear misuse abuse neglect or accidental damage is not covered under warranty NON WARRANTY SERVICE Ifproduct requires service return it to nearest Authorized Service Center Repairs will be billed to you at regular repair list prices For additional Service Center or warranty information call 1 800 858 8501 or visit our Technical Service web site at WWW desatech com 19 For more informa
31. tion visit www desatech com WARRANTY INFORMATION HOMELITE BRAND ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW LIMITED WARRANTIES NEW PRODUCTS Standard Warranty DESA Power Tools warrants this new product and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer provided the product has been maintained and operated in accordance with DESA Power Tools warnings and instructions FACTORY RECONDITIONED PRODUCTS Limited Warranty DESA Power Tools warrants factory reconditioned products and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 90 days from the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer provided the product has been installed maintained and operated in accordance with DESA Power Tools warnings and instructions TERMS COMMON TO ALL WARRANTIES The following terms apply to all of the above warranties Always specify model number when contacting the manufacturer To make a claim under this warranty the bill of sale or other proof of purchase must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser when purchased from an authorized dealer This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this product to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Power Tools Authorized Service Center Warranty parts must be obtained through authorized
32. ude new drive sprocket when replacing chain This will maintain proper driving of chain Note For proper chain and drive sprocket see Replacement Parts and Accessories page 19 For more information visit www desatech com 14 STORAGE If storing saw for more than 30 days follow steps below 1 Drain oil tank 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 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 Do this with soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture 7 Store chain saw in a high or locked place out of children s reach in a dry place in a carrying case or with scabbard over guide bar 120693 OWNER S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING A 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 our technical service web site at WWW desatech com OBSERVED FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Saw runs but does not cut Chain assembled backwards on guide bar See Assembly page 6 Saw does not cut unless heavily forced Cutting produces only sawdust with few large chips Chain is dull See Sharpening Saw Chain p
33. ure cutting edges of chain are facing the right direction Position chain so cutting edges on top of guide bar face guide bar nose see Figure 3 Tapping Screw SN Front Hand Guard a Guide Bar Bolts Mounting a Stand Outs A CAUTION Do not place chain on saw backwards If chain is backwards saw will vibrate badly and will not cut 9 Adjust saw chain tension Follow steps under Saw Chain Tension Adjustment page 7 Cutting Towards Edge Guide Bar Nos A i Drive Sprocket Adjusting Hole Guide Bar Nuts Figure 3 Assembling Guide Bar Chain and Hand Guard Adjusting Block Adjusting Plate Adjusting Screw Sprocket Support Figure 4 Part Locations For Assembling Guide Bar For more information visit www desatech com 6 120693 SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT WARNING Unplug chain saw from power source before adjust OWNER S MANUAL FILLING OIL TANK After chain tension is correct tighten guide bar nuts firmly If not guide bar will move and loosen chain tension This will increase the risk of kickback This can also damage saw Note A new chain will stretch Check new chain after first few minutes of operation Allow chain to cool down Readjust ing saw chain tension A WARNING Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain A WARNING Maintain proper chain tension always A
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