Craftsman 31641471 Owner’s Manual

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ELECTRIC C

OWNER'S MANUAL

MODELS: RM1630U_ RM1630A_ RM1630W, RM1415M

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.

PART NO. 769-05150 P01 (09/09)

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For service, please call the Customer Support Department to obtain a list of authorized service dealers near

you. Service on this unit, both within and after the warranty period, should only be performed by an authorized

and approved service dealer. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

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Before beginning, locate the unit's model plate, which lists the model and serial numbers of your unit. Refer to

the sample plate below and copy the information for future reference. Antes de comenzar, Iocalice la placa correspondiente al modelo de la unidad, la cual indica el modelo y los

nt_meros de serie de la misma. Vea la placa de muestra debajo y copie la informaci6n para consultarla en el future.

Avant de commencer, cherchez la plaque mentionnant le modele et le numero de serie de votre appareil.

Reportez-vous a I'exemple ci-dessous et notez-y les informations pour pouvoir vous y r6ferer ulterieurement.

Model Number - NOmero del modelo - Numero de modele

Nt:lmero de serie MODEL_: ] Numero de serie _ S/N ITEM

Serial Number iiiiililllllllllllllllllllllllllilllllllllllllllllll

Parent Part Number

NOmero de la pieza del

Numero de piece mere

fabricante

Copy the model and parent part numbers here: Copie el modelo y los numeros de piezas del fabricante aqui:

Copiez ici le mod61e ainsi que le n° de I'article :

Copy the serial number here: Copie el nQmero de serie aqui: Copiez ici le n° de serie :

CONTENTS

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNFORMATiON ....................................................................... 4

Before Operating Saw ............................................................................................................... 4

While Operating Saw ................................................................................................................. 4

Kickback .................................................................................................................................... 5

Maintenance and Storage of Chain Saw ................................................................................... 6

UNPACKING ................................................................................................................ 6

PRODUCT iDENTiFiCATiON ...................................................................................... 7

CHAIN SAW NAMES AND TERMS ............................................................................. 8

QUICK START GUIDE ................................................................................................. 9

ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................ 10

SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT .................................................................... 12

OPERATING CHAIN SAW ......................................................................................... 13

Filling Oil Tank ......................................................................................................................... 13

Oiling Chain ............................................................................................................................. 13

Clearing sprocket cover of debris ............................................................................................ 13

Extension Cords ...................................................................................................................... t 4

Cutting with the Chain Saw ..................................................................................................... 14

Felling a Tree (Cutting Down a Tree) ...................................................................................... 15

Limbing a Tree ......................................................................................................................... 16

Bucking a Log.......................................................................................................................... 16

Trimming a Tree (Pruning) ....................................................................................................... 17

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................ 18

Cleaning Saw Body ................................................................................................................. 18

Care of Guide Bar ................................................................................................................... 18

Sharpening Saw Chain ............................................................................................................ 18

Replacing Saw Chain .............................................................................................................. 19

STORAGE .................................................................................................................. 20

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ....................................................... 20

REPAIR SERVICE ..................................................................................................... 20

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................... 21

WARRANTY iNFORMATiON ..................................................................................... 22

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNFORMATiON

A _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 fob lowing:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

Make sure you read and understand all instructions in Important Safety Infor-

mation. Improper use of this chain saw can cause severe injury or death from

fire, electrical shock, body contact with moving chain, or failing wood.

BEFORE OPERATING SAW

1. Read and understand this owner's manual before operating chain saw.

2. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate saw when you are

tim&

3. Use chain saw for cutting wood only. Do not use chain saw for purpose not intended. Do not use for cutting plastic, masonry, etc.

4. Only welMnstructed adults should operate chain saw. Never allow children to operate

chain saw.

5. Use only electrical voltage noted on model plate of chain saw.

6. Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use. See E,rtelzsion Cord Requir#mentx.

7. Do not operate chain saw

• while under the influence of alcohol, medi-

cation, or drugs

• in rain or in damp or wet areas

• where highly flammable liquids or gases am

present

• if saw is damaged, adjusted wrong, or not

fully and securely assembled

• if trigger does notturn saw on and oft. Chain

must stop moving when you release trigger.

Have fauky switch replaced by authorized service center.

• while in a hutU

• while in tree or on a ladder unless trained to

do so

8. Wear snug-fitting clothes when operating chain saw. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewelry. They can get caught in moving saw

chain.

9. Wear the following safety gear whenoperating chain saw.

• heavy-duty gloves (wear rubber gloves when working outdoors)

• steal-toed safety footwear with non-skid soles

• 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)

10. Before cutting, always provide the follow- ing:

• clear work area

• secure footing

• planned retreat path from fafling tree

11. Inspecttreebefore cuttingdown.Make sumtfiem am no dead limbs or branches that may f_dion

you.

12. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this saw has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than

the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the oudet of your extension cord, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, apola> ized extension cord will be necessary. Do not change the plug in any way.

WHILE OPERATING SAW

1. Stay alelt. Use common sense while operating chain saw.

2. Keep work area dean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

3. Be aware of extension cord while operating chain saw. Be careful not to trip over cord. Keep cord away from chain and operator at

aH times.

4. Keep children, animals, and bystanders away from chain saw and extension cord. Only chain saw user should be in work area.

5. Do not cut down a tree unless you are trained or have expert help.

6. 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.

7. Secure wood youare cutting by using clamps or chocks.

8. Grip chain saw firmly with both hands. Never operate chain saw with one hand. Never use hand guard as handle.

9. Keep finger off trigger until ready to make cut.

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNFORMATiON

10. Before starting chain saw, make sure chain is not touching anything.

11. To guard against electrical shock, avoid body contact with grounded objects such as pipes, fences, and metal posts.

12. Keep all parts of body away from chain when saw is running.

13. 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.

14. Cut small brush and saplings with extreme care. Slender material may catch in chain and be whipped toward you. This could also pull you off balance.

15. When cutting limb or tree trunk th* 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 severe injury or death.

16. 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 offtrigger

• with guide bar and chain to rear

_lb WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of Cali-

fornia to cause cancer orbirth defects, or other reproductive harm.

_lb WARNING: Some dust created by

power sanding, sawing, grinding, drill- ing, and other construction activities

contains chemicals known (to the state of California) to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Some examples of these chemicals

are:

• lead from lead-based paints

• crystalline silica from bricks and ce- ment and other masonry products

• arsenic and chromium from chemi-

cally-treated lumber

Your riskfrom these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this

type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ven-

tilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust

masks that are specially designed to

filter out microscopic particles.

KICKBACK

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

backtowardsthe operator. Pinchingthe saw chain along the top of the guide

bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. Either of

these reactions 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.

Follow assembly instructions. Do not remove front hand guard. Do not replace front hand guard with substitute.

The following steps will reduce the risk of kick- back.

* Use both hands to grip saw while saw is

running. Use firm grip. Thumbs and fingers must wrap around saw handles.

. Keep all safety items in place on saw. Make

sum they work properly.

. Do not overreach or cut above shoulder

height.

. Keep solid footing and balance at all

times.

* Stand slightly to left side of saw. This keeps

your body from being in direct line with chain.

Direction

90 ° ©uad ra_nt_i_

Figure 1- Kickback Hazard Example: Do Not Let Nose of Guide Bar Touch Object While

Chain is Moving

_,\ \ \Do Not Let

,_:_--\ _*_ Guide Bar __ouch Here

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNFORMATiON

• Do not let guide bar nose touch anything when chain is moving (see Figure l).

• Never try cutting through two logs at same

time. Only cut one log at a time.

• Donot buU guide bar nose ortry plunge cut (boring into wood using guide bar nose).

• Watch for shifting of wood or other forces

that may pinch chain.

• Use extlemecautionwhenreenteringa plevious

cut.

• Use low-kickback chain and guide bar sup-

plied with this chain saw. Only replace these pal_swith chains and guide bars listed in this

manual.

• Never use dull or loose chain. Keep chain sharp with proper tension.

Saw Maintenance and Kickback Safety

F(Now maintenance instructions in this manual. Proper cleaning of saw and chain and guide bar

maintenance can reduce chancesofkickback. Inspect and maintain saw after each use.This will increase

theservice life of yoursaw.Note: Even with proper sharpening, risk ofkickback canincrease 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 attachments, 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 alignment or binding of moving parts. Check for broken or damaged parts. Do not use chain saw if damage affects safety oroperation. Have damage repaired by

authorized service center.

3. Maintain chain saw with care.

• Never expose saw to rain.

• Keep chain sharp, dean, and lubricated for

better and safer performance.

• Follow steps outlined in this manuM to

sharpen chain.

• Keep handles dry, dean, and free of oHand

grease.

• Keep all screws and nuts tight.

• Inspect power cord often. If damaged, 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.

When servicing, use only identical mplace- ment parts.

When not in use, always store chain saw

• in a high or locked place, out of children's reach

• in adry place

UNPACKING

1. Remove all items fiom carton.

2. Check all items for any shipping damage. If you find any damage or if any parts are missing, call 1-866-206-2707 (in Canada, call

1-877-696-5533).

Save these instructions.

PRODUCT iDENTiFiCATiON

Hand Guard

Front Handle

Switch Lockout

Rear Handle

Power Cord

Cord Hitch....

Models: RM1630U, RM1630A, RM1415M

Front Handle

Switch Lockout

Trigger

Hand Guard

Guide Bar Nose

jOil Cap

Chain Tensioning Screw

/ Oil Cap

Guide Bar

Saw Chain

Guide Bar Nose

'\\\

Rear Handle

Power

Model: RM1630W

Cord Hitch

Trigger

j J J,?'

Chain Tensioning Screw

Guide Bar

Saw Chain

CHAIN SAW NAMES AND TERMS

Bucking Process of cutting a felled tree or log into lengths.

Chock Block or wedge used to secure wood flom moving. Felling Process of cutting down a tree.

FellingCut Final cut when felling a tree. Make this cut on opposite side of tree flom notching cut.

Front Handle Located at fl'ont of saw body. Front Hand Guard Shield between flont handle

and guide bar. Protects left hand while using

saw.

GuideBar Metal barthat extends flom saw body. The guide bar supports and guides chain.

Guide Bar Nose Tip or end of guide bar. Guide Bar Retainer Bolt-like fastener that holds

guide bar in place during assembly and operation of chain saw.

Kickback Quick backward and upward motion of guide bar. Kickback may occur when tip of guide bar touches an object while chain is mov- ing. The guide bar will kick up and back towards operator.

Limbing Process of cutting limb(s) from a felled tree.

Low-KickbackChain Chain that reduces chance of kickback as required by ANSI B175.1.

Normal Cutting PositionStance used while making bucking and felling cuts.

No_:hingCut 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.

Pushbaek (Kickback, Pinch) Rapid pushback 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 ANSI B175.1 when used with a specific saw. It may not meet ANSI requirements when used with

other saws. Saw Chain (Chain) Loop of chain having cutting

teeth for cutting wood. The motor drives chain. The guide bar supports chain. Spiked Bumper (Spike) Pointed teeth at front of

saw body beside guide bar. Keep spiked bumper in contact with wood when telling or bucking. It helps maintain position of saw while cutting. Sprocket Toothed wheel that drives chain.

Switch Device that completes or interrupts electri- cal 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 accidental

starting of saw.

Trigger Device that turns saw on and of_: Squeez-

ing 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. Unihody Main body of chain saw.

QUICK START GUIDE

It you are thmiliar with chain saws, their proper usag< and the saw you purchased is fully assemble& use this Quick Start Guide to quickly begin usingyour new Remington brand chain saw.

Oil Squeeze Bulb

Oil Bottle

Pour motor oil (see Filling Oil Tank, page

10, for correct oil type) in oil tank (do not

use standard bar and chain oil). DO NOT

leave oil in tank when not in use.

Power Cord

Cord / Hitch Slot

Extension Cord .....

Switch Lockout Button

Trigger

Use both hands to grip chain saw. Push lockout button forward with right thumb and squeeze trigger. Make sure saw is running at full speed before starting a cut.

Connect extension cord to power cord and power supply. Use built-in cord hitch or

knot method (inset) to secure together. See Extension Cords tk)rcorrect size.

For complete information concerning your saw and its proper usage, read and understand this owner's manual thoroughly.

When chain becomes loose due to stretching, tension properly. See Saw Chain Tension

Adjustment tk)r correct tensioning of saw chain.

ASSEMBLY

Note: Some models are pre-assembled. Assembly is not needed on these models. See Saw Chail7

Tg,m-iol7 AdjmtmelTt

_IbWARNING: Cutting edges on chain are sharp. Use protective gloves when

handling chain.

iMPORTANT: Do not clamp chain saw in vise during assembly.

1. Lay chain out fiat.

2. Loosen and remove guide bar nut and sprocket

cover.

3. Rotate guide bar retainer sothat it is positioned parallel to guide bar slot (see Figure 2).

4. Install guide bar onto saw body. Assemble center slot of guide bar onto guide bar bolt and guide bar retainer. Note: Make sure the head of the guide bar retainer slides through the guide bar slot as shown in Figure 2.

Drive Sprocket

Guide Bar

Place chain around drive sprocket, along top groove of guide bar, and around guide bar nose. Note: Make sure cutting edges of chain ale facing in right direction. Position chain so cutting edges on top of guide bar face guide bar nose (see Figure 4 and indicator on side cover of saw).

CAUTION: Do not place chain

on saw backwards, if chain is back-

wards, saw well vibrate badly and will not cut.

Figure 4 - Saw Chain Direction

Towards Guide Bar

Nose

Guide Bar

Guide Bar Retainer Positioned Parallel

to Guide Bar Slot

Figure 2 - Unlocking Guide Bar Retainer

5. Rotate guide bar retainer 90 degrees as shown in Figure 3.

Drive Sprocl!et Guide Bar

Guide Bar Retainer

Rotated 90 Degrees to

Guide Bar Slot

Figure 3 - Locking Guide Bar Retainer

Before installing sprocket cover to saw body, turn the chain tensioning screw fully counter- clockwise until it stops. This will position the adjusting block towards the end of the chain tensiong screw. (See Figure 5)

Turn tensioning

screw to move

Adjustment Block

Chain Tensioning Screw

Figure 5 - Chain Tensioning Screw and Adjustment Block Location

ASSEMBLY

Pull the guide bar away fiom the saw body so that the guide bar is fully extended and the slack is removed fiom the chain. (See Figure

10. Finger tighten the guide bar nut onto the guide bar bolt. (See Figure 8).

Guide Bar Nut

Figure 6 - Pulling Guide Bar

Insert the sprocket cover tab into the saw body tab slot, Step 1. Then lower sprocket cover

onto guide bar bolt, Step 2 (See Figure 7).

NOTE: At this point the sprocket cover will

not be flush against the saw body.

Tab Slot Sprocket Cover Tab

Sprocket Cover Tab

Figure 7 - installing Sprocket Cover

Figure 8 - Guide Bar Bolt

11. Slowly slide guide bar into saw body until the adjustment block goes into the round adjusting hole on the guide bar. (See Figure 6) NOTE: This locks the guide bar in place. You should not be able to push or pull the guide bar.

12. Retighten the bar nut finger tight.

13. Adjust the saw chain tension. Follow the steps under Saw Chain Tension Adjustment..

SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT

dlIWARNING: Unplug chain saw from

power source before adjusting saw

chain tension.

_IbWARNiNG: Cutting edges on chain are sharp. Use protective gloves when

handling chain.

£k

Am, WARNING: Maintain proper chain tension always. A 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.

IMPORTANT!

Failure to follow these instructions when ten- sioning saw chain will damage saw and void the

warranty.

New saw chains will stretch. Check chain tension flequently when first used and tighten when chain

becomes loose around guide bar.

e i

Turn chain tensioning screw clockwise to tension saw chain...

Approx.

5/32"

Pult chain to check tension. Guide links should not come out of guide

bar groove...

Ifchain becomes loose around guide bar, allow chain to cool then...

Loosen nut...

Tighten nut with wrench. A slight sag of 1/8" between chain

and bottom of guide bar is acceptable.

OPERATING CHAIN SAW

_Ib WARNING: Read and understand this owner's manual before operat-

ing this saw. Make certain you read and understand all Important Safety Information. 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.

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. DO NOT use standard bar and chain oil.

3. Replace oil cap at once.Tighten oil cap firmly for good seal.This will avoid oil seepagefrom

cap.

4. Wipe off excess oil.

not in use. It is necessary to empty oil

ote: It is normal for oil to seep when saw

nk after each use to prevent seepage.

OILING CHAIN Manual Oil System

Always check oil level before using saw. Do not attempt to operate the oil system while saw is in operation. To oil chain, press squeeze bulb. Oil will feed onto the guide bar and chain. Press

squeeze bulb at least once betore each cut. Check

oil level often by looking at oil level through side ofoil bottle (see Figure 9).

Oil Squeeze Bulb

CLEARING SPROCKET COVER OF DEBRIS

While operating the chain saw, wood chips, small

twigs, and other debris can occasionally build up inside the sprocket cover. To properly maintain the saw and keep it in good working order, periodic removal ofthis debris may be required. To prop- erly clear debris from the sprocket cover:

1. Unplug chain saw.

2. Loosen and remove guide bar nut (see Figure m).

3. Turn chaintensioning screw counterclockwise

to loosen chain until sprocket cover is easily removed.

4. Alter sprocket cover is removed, clear all

chips, twigs, and debris.

_lb WARNING: Use caution when

clearing debris that is around chain. Cutting edges on chain are sharp.

Use protective gloves when working around or handling chain.

Once debris has been removed, follow steps 7 through 13 on pages 10 and I1 in the Assembly section to re-assemble the sprocket cover to

the chain saw.

Wood Chips, Twigs, and Debris

//'

Oil Bottle

Figure 9 - O# Squeeze Bulb and O# Bottle

Location

SprocketCoder Guide Bar Nut

Figure 10 - Removing and Clearing Sprocket

Cover of Debris

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 SJTW. Use proper sizedcord with this saw. Cord must be

heavy enoughto carry currentneeded. An undersized cord will cause voltage 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 14 AWG 150 feet 12 AWG

Keep cord away from cutting area.Make sure cord does not catch on branches or logs during cutting. Inspect cords often. Replace damaged cords.

This chain saw is designed with an extension cord hitch that prevents the extension cord from being pulled loose during use. To use, form a loop with the end ofthe extension cord, insert loop into slot in rear of handle, and place loop over cord hitch (see Figure 11. Gently pull loop against cord hitch until slack is removed. Plug extension cord into

chain saw cord.

CUTTING WITH THE CHAIN SAW

1. Connect saw toextension cord.Connect exten- sion cord to power supply.

2. Make sure section of logto be cutis not laying

on ground. This will keep chain from touch- ing 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 12).

4. Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart. Divide your weight evenly on both

feet.

5. When ready to make a cut, push the lockout button completely forward with the right thumb and squeeze the trigger (see Figure 12). This will turn saw on. Releasing trigger will turn saw ofT.Make sure saw is running at full speed before starting a cut.

6. When stmlinga cut, placemoving chain against wood.Hdd saw firmlyinplace to avoid possiNe 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 running at lull speed. Stop saw by releasing trigger. Make sure chain has stopped before setting

saw down.

9. Practice until you can maintain asteady, even cutting rate.

Switch Lockout Button

- \7 _ J"

Power Cord

Extension Cord .... -,,i_:,,,_//.

Figure 11 - Looping Extension Cord over Cord Hitch

_- : ._\_ _' :--. ,'9%......

Trigger /

Figure 12 - Lockout Button and Trigger Location

OPERATING CHAIN SAW

FELLING A TREE (cutting Down aTree

WARNING:

• Avoid kickback. Kickback can result in severe injury or death. See Kickback

to avoid risk of kickback.

• Do not fell a tree without ample skill

or expert help.

• Keep children, animals, and bystand-

ers away from area when felling a tree.

• If two or more persons perform

bucking and felling operations at the same time, provide ample dis- tance between operations. Provide distance of at least twice the height

of tree being felled.

A 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.

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 telling, inspect tree. Make sure there are no dead limbs or branches that may tidl

on you. Study natural lean of tree, location of larger branches, and wind direction. This will

help you judge which way tree will fall.

2. Clear work area around tree.

3. Plan and clear a retreat path before %lling. Make retreat path opposite to planned direc- tion of fall of tree and at 45° angle (see Figure

_3).

"_eat Pat Direction of Fall

4. Remove dirt, stones, loose bark,nails, staples, and wire from tree where you will maketelling

cuts.

5. Stay on uphill side when felling tree. Tree could roll or slide downhill after fidfing.

Felling Procedure A) Felling Notch

A properly placed felling notch will determine direction tree will fall. Place %lling notch on side of tree in direction you want tree to fall (see Figure 14). Follow directions below to create a telling notch.

1. Make lower notch cut as close to ground as possible. Hold saw so guide bar is horizontal. Cut 113the diameter of tree trunk (see Figure

14).Note: Always makethis horizontal lower notch cut first. If you make this cut second, tree can pinch chain or guide bar.

2. Stalt upper notch cut the same distance above first cut as first cut is deep.

Example: If lowernotchcut is eightinches 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

_4).

3. Remove tree trunk wedge created by notching cuts.

,_ WARNING: Do not cut aHthe way through tree. Leave about two inches

oftree diameter uncut directly behind felling notch (see Figure 14). This uncut portion acts as a hinge. The hinge helps keep tree from twisting and falling in wrong direction.

3rd Cut -

Felling Oi

q[ Lower Notch

2"(5 cm) Cut

Hinge

2rid Cut -

....Upper Notch Cut

Figure 13 - Retreat Path From Tree

Figure 14 - Felling A Tree

B) Felling Cut

1. Make telling cut two inches higher than lower notchcut and onopposite sideof tree (seeFigure

14). Keep telling cut parallel to lower notch

cut.

OPERATING CHAIN SAW

2. Cut towards notch.

3. As Mfing cutnegushinge,tree shouldbegintofall Note: If needed, drive wedges into felling cutto

control direction of fall. If tree settles back and pinches chain, drive wedges into telling cut to

remove saw. Only use wedges made of wood, plastic,or aluminum. Never usewedge made of steel.This could cause kickback and damage to

chain.

4. When tree begins to fall, quickly

• remove saw fiom felling cut

• release trigger to turn saw oft

• put saw down

• exit area using retreat path

_1_ WARNING: Be alert for falling overhead limbs. Watch your footing

while exiting area.

LIMBING A TREE

_llb WARNING: Avoid kickback. Kick- back can result in severe injury or

death. See Kickback to avoid risk of kickback.

_lb WAR NING: When cutting limb 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 severe injury or death.

Limbing is removing branches from a fallen tree. Make sum 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 15).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 ofT,lift limb, and

remove saw.

BUCKING A LOG

,_ WARNING: Avoid kickback. Kickback can result in severe injury

or death. See Kickback to avoid risk of kickback.

_lb WARNING:

• If on slope, make sure log will not roll down hill Secure log by us- ing 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.

• Never try cutting through two logs at same time. This could increase

the risk of kickback.

• While cutting log, never hotd log with your hand, leg, or foot.

• While cutting log, never allow an- other person to hold log.

• Turn off and unplug saw before mov- ing from one place to another.

Bucking a log is cutting alog into sections. Make sure your footing is 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 tobuck a log.

Entire Length Of Log On Ground

Cut log fiom top (see Figure 16).

Figure "15- Limbing A Tree

Figure 16- Bucking LogWith Entire Length

On Ground

OPERATING CHAIN SAW

Log Supported On One End

1. Make first cut on underside of log (see Figure

17).Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut 113through diameter oflog. 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.

Log Supported On Both Ends

1. Make firstcut fi'om above log (see Figure 18). Cut 1/3through diameter of log. This cut will keep section f}om splintering when cut.

2. Make second cut on underside of log,directly under first cut. Use top of guide bar to make

thiscut. Cut upto meet firstcut. This willkeep log fiom pinching guide bar and chain.

TRiMMiNG A TREE (pruning)

_1_ WARNING: Avoid kickback.

Kickback can result in severe injury

or death. See Kickback to avoid risk of kickback.

2nd

a _ ....cul"_tt

Figure 17 - Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On One End

Figure 18 - Bucking Log When Log Is Supported On Both Ends

_IL WARNING: Do not operate chain saw while

• in a tree

• on a ladder or any other unstable surface

• in any awkward position

You may lose control of saw causing severe injury.

_IbWARNING: Do not cut limbs higher than your shoulders.

,_ 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 feetapart. Divide your weight evenly on both

feet. Follow directions below totrhn 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 19).

2. Move two to four inches fiu-ther out on limb. Make second cut fiom above limb. Continue

cut until you cut limb ofT.

3. Make third cutas closeto tree trunk as possible on underside oflimb stub.Use top ofguide 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 willremove limb

stub.

2nd Cut - Pruning Cut (to avoid

4th Cut - Final Stub Cut

pinching)

( ,jL

,l/

1st Cut - Pruning Undercut

(to avoid splintering)

3rd Cut - Stub Undercut (to avoid splintering)

Figure 19 - Cutting A Limb

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

NOTICE: Below are instructions for

servicing your chain saw. Any ser- vicing not mentioned below should

be done by an authorized service

center.

CLEANING SAW BODY

4Hk WARNING: Unplug chain saw from

power source before servicing. Severe injury or death could occur from electri-

cal shock or body contact with moving chain.

4HLWARNING: Cutting edges on chain are sharp. Use protective gloves when

handling chain.

WARNING: When cleaning saw

body,

• do not submerge saw in any liq- uids

• do not use products that contain ammonia, chlorine, or abrasives

• do not use chlorinated cleaning solvents, carbon tetrachloride,

kerosene, or gasoline

Keep saw body clean. Use a soft cloth dampened with amild soap and water mixture.Wipe saw body

to clean.

CARE OF GUIDE BAR

Uneven bar weal causes most guide bar problems. Incorrect sharpening of chain cutter and depth

gauge settings often cause this. When bar wears unevenly, it widens guide bar groove (see Figure

20). This causes chain clatter and rivet popping. Saw will not cut straight. Replace guide bar if

this occurs. Inspect guide bar belbre sharpening chain. A worn

or &unagedguide bguis unsafe. Aworn or damaged guide bar will &imagechain. It will also make cut- ting harder. Guide Bar Groove

Normal Guide Bar Maintenance

1. Remove guide bar from chain saw.

2. Remove sawdust fiom guide bar groove peri- odically. Use putty knife or wire (see Figure

21).

3. Clean oil slots after each day of use.

4. Remove burrs fiom 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, seeRu)lacemem

Parts and Accessories for proper bar.

SHARPENING SAW CHAIN

A WARNING: Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing. Severe

injury or death could occur from electri- cal shock or body contact with moving

chain.

WARNING: Cutting edges on chain

are sharp. Use protective gloves when handling chain.

Keep chain sharp. Your saw will cut laster and more safely. A dull chain will cause undue sprock- et, 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.

Burr

Guide Bar

Putty Knife

e _r

Normal Guide Bar Guide Bar With Uneven Wear

Figure 20- Guide Bar Cross Section Showing Uneven Bar Wear

Figure 21 - Guide Bar Maintenance

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

items Needed to Sharpen Chain

Purchase these items fiom your local dealer, hard- ware store, or chain saw supplies outlet.

• 5132" round file

• Depth gauge tool

• File guide

• Vise

• Medium sized flat file

Sharpening Cutters

Use file guide for 30° filing.

1. Adjust chain for proper tension (see Saw Chain T_.nsion AdjustmetTt).

2. Clamp guide bar in vise to hold saw steady.

Note: Do not clamp chain.

3. Press 5132" round file (attached to file guide) into groove between top plate and depth gauge on chain. File guide should rest on both top plate and depth gauge (see Figure 23). Note: File at midpoint of guide bar.

30°Guide Mark

Note: This illustration shows file guide placement and filing direction for sharpening cutters on left side of

chain.

Figure 22 - File and File Guide Placement On Chain

Depth Gauge (left side of chain)-- side of chain), _ /-_"_/_/,_

1 Filing Direction

File Guide

5/32" Round

File

Depth Gauge (right

\,\ Groov%_#_21'_

Groove \ /\ 7:'/)/

\\ \ _ ?_j_"

Top Plate (left ,, \\ /_F_ L/J_" \,,

side of chain) _ .4_'/_ ,/// \

Figure 23 - Chain Part Locations

/'_ _;:2//_LL_/ Top Plate

_ "_, (right side of

_(//iJ ",.. chain)

Right Sideof Chain

4. Hold file guide level. Make sure 30 ° mark on file guide is parallel to center of guide bar (see Figure 22). This will insure that you file cutters at 30 ° angle.

5. File from inside towards outside of cutter until shall). Only file in this one direction (see

Figure 22). Note: Two or three strokes with file should sharpen cutter.

6. Alter each cutter is sharpened, move chain forward to sharpen next cutter. File all cutters

on one side of chain.

7. Move to other side of chain and repeat pro- cess.

Filing Cutter Depth Gauges

The cutter depth gauge clearance is reduced as cutters are sharpened. Alter eve U 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

24).

2. Use medium flat file. File depth gauge level with depth gauge tool.

3. Remove depth gauge tool. With flat file, round off fiont corner of cutter depth gauge (see Figure 25).

After several hand filings, have authorized service center or sharpening service machine sharpen chain. This will insure even filing.

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 include new drive sprocket when replacing chain. This will maintain proper driving of chain. Note: For proper chain and drive sprocket, see Ru)lacement Putts and

Accessories.

/ j

_% Depth_

Depth Gaug_

Tool

" ,_ -'<-_/ Slot

Figure 24 - Depth Gauge Tool On Chain

Front Corner ,

Figure 25 - Round Off Front Corner Of Depth

Gauge

Flat File

_j/ DepthGauge

.635mm

STORAGE

If storing saw tbr more them 30 days, tbllow 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 mix-

ture.

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 surthce of guide bar.

6. Wipe offoutside of saw body. Do this with soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water _Nxtm_.

7. Store chain saw

• in a high or locked place, out of children's

reach

• in a dry place

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

A WARNING: Use only replacement parts and accessories described in

this manual. Use of other parts or ac- cessories could damage saw or injure operator.

For original replacement parts and accessories, call 1-866-206-2707 (in Canada call 1-877-696-

5533) or visit www.remingtonpowertools.com.

REPAIR SERVICE

Note: Only use original replacement parts. This

will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty.

For service, please call the Customer Support Departmeut to obtain a list of authorized service

dealers near you. Service on this unit, both within and at_er the warranty period, should only be

perlbrmed by an authorized and approved service dealer.

Call 1-866-206-2707 (in Canada call 1-877-696-

5533) or visit www.remingtonpowertools.com.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Note: For additional help, visit www.remingtonpowertools.com,

_, WARNING: Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing. Severe injury or death could occur from electricat shock or body contact with moving chain.

WARRANTY iNFORMATiON

MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

The limited warranty set forth below is given by Remington LLC ("Remington") with respect with new

merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Remington warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1)year

commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any

part found to be defective in material or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained inaccordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product,

and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage

resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by Remington for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty asto any resulting damage.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH

YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. To locate the dealer in your area, please check for a

listing in the Yellow Pages or contact the Customer Service Department of Remington by calling 1-866-

206-2707 or writing to RO. Box 361032, Cleveland, OH 44136 or if in Canada call 1-877-696-5533. No

product returned directly to the factory will be accepted unless prior written permission has been

extended by the Customer Service Department of Remington. This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:

A. Wear items - Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Line, Inner Reels, Starter Pulley, Starter Ropes,

Drive Belts, Saw Chains, Guide Bars

B. Remington does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United

States of America, its possessions and territories, except those sold through Remington's authorized channels of export distribution

Remington reserves the right to change or improve the design of any Remington Product without

assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as

identified, No other express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral, except as mentioned

above, given by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product shall

bind Remington. During the period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement

of the product as set forth above. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)

The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales. Remington shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages

including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care

services, for transportation or for related expenses, or for rental expenses to temporarily

replace a warranted product. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product

sold. Alteration of the safety features of the product shall void this Warranty. You assume the risk and

liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property arising

out of the use or misuse or inability to use the product. This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser, original lessee or the

person for whom it was purchased as a gift. How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

also have other rights which vary from state to state. To locate your nearest service dealer dial 1-866-206-2707 in the United States or 1-877-696-5533 in

Canada.

REMINGTON LLC

RO. Box 361032

Cleveland, OH 44136

ELECTRICA

MANUAL PARA EL USUARIO

MODELOS: RMI630U, RMI630A, RMI630W, RMI415M

llVlPORTANTE: Lea cuidadosamente este manual antes de armar u operar esta sierra electrica, El uso indebido de

la misma puede provocar graves lesiones. Guarde este manual para consultarlo cuando Io necesite,

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