Delimbing Work In Sections; Working On Tensioned Wood; Transport; Cleaning And Maintenance - Scheppach Pcs56 Originalbetriebsanleitung

• Make sure that at the end of the cut the chainsaw
can swing through under its own weight. It is no
longer supported in the cut so hold it securely.
• Take a firm, stable and secure stance when delimb-
ing.

10.4.1 Delimbing work in sections

Shorten long or thick branches before making the fi-
nal cut (see Fig. N). Otherwise the saw chain (17) can
easily jam.

11. Working on tensioned wood

It is essential to follow the correct sequence when
working on wood that is tensioned. Otherwise the
saw chain (17) may jam or kick-back may occur.
Tensioned wood must always be cut on the com-
pressed side first. Only then perform the separating
cut using the opposite side.
This prevents the saw chain (17) from jamming.
m ATTENTION
Property damage!
Lying wood must not touch the floor on the underside
of the cutting point, otherwise the saw chain (17) may
be damaged.
Safe work
• Keep the device in good working order to prevent
injuries.
• After dropping the device, check for significant
damage or defects.
• Do not use the device whilst standing on a ladder or
in an unsafe position.
• Do not be tempted to make a rash cut. This could
endanger yourself and others.
• Change your working position regularly. Prolonged
use of the device can lead to vibration-induced
circulatory disorders of the hands. However, you
can extend the duration of use by wearing suitable
gloves or taking regular breaks. Be aware that per-
sonal predisposition to poor circulation, low outside
temperatures or large gripping forces when work-
ing reduce the duration of use.
11.1 Wooden branch is bent downwards
• First saw relief cut 1 (approx. 1/3 of the branch di-
ameter) on the compressed side (see fig. K).
• Then make cut 2 (approx. 2/3 of the branch diame-
ter) on the tensioned side (see fig. K).
11.2 Wooden branch is bent upwards
• First saw relief cut 1 (approx. 1/3 of the branch di-
ameter) on the compressed side (see fig. K).
• Then make cut 2 (approx. 2/3 of the branch diame-
ter) on the tensioned side (see fig. K).

12. Transport

• Always use the guide rail cover (27) when trans-
porting.
• Switch off the chainsaw before any transport, even
over short distances. Secure the machine against
tipping over during transport (including in vehicles)
to prevent fuel loss, damage or injury.
• Carry the device only by the front handle (2). In do-
ing so, the guide bar points backwards, away from
your body (see fig. L).
• Keep the hot silencer away from your body. There
is a risk of burns!

13. Cleaning and maintenance

All instructions regarding maintenance and cleaning
must be carried out regularly or daily and before each
commissioning. Incorrect maintenance can lead to
severe property or personal damages. If this work
cannot be carried out by the user themselves, see a
specialist dealer.
m WARNING
Danger of injury!
Always switch off the device and disconnect the spark
plug connector (34) before cleaning.
(see chapter 13.4 Spark plug maintenance).
Note
The device should be thoroughly cleaned after each
use.
Only carry out cleaning and maintenance work to
the extent specified in this operating manual. Further
work must be carried out by qualified specialists.
Maintenance work must be carried out regularly (see
chapter "Maintenance intervals").
13.1 Cleaning the engine unit
m WARNING
Danger of burning!
Do not touch hot silencers, cylinders or cooling fins.
• Keep protective devices, air vents and the engine
housing as free of dust and dirt as possible. Blow it
out with low-pressure compressed air.
• Clean the device at regular intervals using a damp
cloth and a little detergent. Make sure that no water
can penetrate the device interior.
13.2 Cleaning the air filter (Fig. M, N)
Fouled air filters diminish the engine output due to
reduced air supply to the carburettor.
Regular inspection is therefore essential. The air fil-
ter (33) should be checked regularly and cleaned as
required.
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