F) Spiked Bumper; G) Transporting The Chainsaw; Maintenance And Servicing - Mantis 8530-00-38 Originalbetriebsanleitung

6. Instructions on Working Properly with the Chainsaw (continued)
When the log is supported along its entire length as illustrated in Figure
13, it is cut from the top (over-buck).
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2nd CUT oVeRbUCK (2/3 DIaMeTeR) To MeeT 1st CUT (To
aVoID PINCHINg)
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1st CUT UNDeRbUCK (1/3 DIaMeTeR) To aVoID
SPlINTeRINg
When the log is supported on one end, as illustrated in Figure 14, cut 1/3
the diameter from the underside (underbuck). Then make the finished cut
by overbucking to meet the first cut.
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2nd CUT UNDeRbUCK (2/3 DIaMeTeR) To MeeT 1st
CUT (To aVoID PINCHINg)
When the log is supported on both ends, as illustrated in Figure 15, cut
1/3 of that diameter from the top overbruck. Then make the finished cut
by underbucking to meet the first cut.
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STaND oN UPHIll SIDe WHeN CUTTINg beCaUSe
log MaY Roll
When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill side of the log, as il-
lustrated in Figure 16. When "cutting through", to maintain complete con-
trol release the cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing
your grip on the chainsaw handles. Don't let the chain contact the ground.
After completing the cut, wait for the saw chain to stop before you move
the chainsaw. Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree.
f) Spiked bumper (Fig. 17)
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• Dig the spiked bumper into the log and use it as a pivot. Cut with an
arched motion to make the bar penetrate the wood.
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1st CUT oVeRbUCK (1/3 DIaMeTeR)
To aVoID SPlINTeRINg
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• Repeat several times if necessary, changing the point where you plant
the spiked bumper.

g) Transporting the chainsaw

• Before transporting the chainsaw, always remove the plug from the
power socket and slide the chain guard over the rail and chain. If sev-
eral cuts are to be performed with the chain saw, the saw must be
switched off between cuts.
• When using a vehicle to transport the machine, position it so that it can
cause no danger to persons and fasten it firmly.

7. Maintenance and Servicing

always withdraw the plug when carrying out maintenance and
servicing.
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• Always remove wood shavings and oil from your chain saw after use.
The intake zone for motor cooling is fitted with a filter (21) to protect
the inside of the unit from becoming dirty. The filter is designed in such
a way that, under normal conditions, it need only be brushed quickly
from outside to clean it. The filter can be dismantled and cleaned
externally (for instance with a blower) in the event of heavy volumes
of dust. To do so, loosen the filter cap (20) from its lock where shown
using a screwdriver (Fig. 18) and remove the filter.
• If the saw chain is particularly dirty, e.g. in case of gum-ming with
resin, remove the chain and clean it. Place the chain for a few hours
in a vessel containing chainsaw cleaner. There-after clean the chain
with clear water. If the chain is not used again immediately, it must be
treated with service spray or a customary anticorrosion-spray.
• Only in case of use of biological oil: As some biological oils may
tend to incrustation after a time, the oiling system should be rinsed
thoroughly before storing the chainsaw for a longer period. Therefore,
please fill half of the oil reservoir (about 1.7 oz) with chainsaw cleaner
and close it as usually. Then switch on the chainsaw - without bar and
chain being mounted - and keep it running until the total rinsing liquid
has evapurated through the oil opening of the chainsaw. Before using
the chainsaw again, it is absolutely necessary to refill the oil reservoir.
• Do not store the saw outdoors or in damp and moist areas.
• Check all the chainsaw parts, in particular the chain, bar and sprocket,
of wear after every use.
• Ensure that the chain tension is correct. If the chain is too loose, it
may come off during use and lead to injuries. The chain must be
replaced immediately if it is damaged. The cutting teeth must be at
least 4 mm long.
• Check the motor housing and power cable after every use for dam-
age. If there is any sign of damage, have the chainsaw checked by a
specialised workshop or the works after-sales service.
• Check the oil level and lubrication of your chainsaw after every use.
Insufficient lubrication leads to damage to the chain, bar and motor.
• Check how keen the chain is every time before you use the chainsaw.
A blunt chain will cause overheating of the motor.
• Sharpening a saw chain requires experience and specialised knowl-
edge. We therefore recommend to have sharpening carried out by a
specialised workshop.
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