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SGS 58CC Owner's Manual

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20'' 58CC CHAINSAW
OWNER'S MANUAL
FOR YOUR SAFETY
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
AND RETAIN THEM FOR FUTURE USE.

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  • Page 1 20’’ 58CC CHAINSAW OWNER’S MANUAL FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND RETAIN THEM FOR FUTURE USE.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    9. Transporting the chainsaw 10. Maintenance 32 - 37 11. Maintenance of Saw Chain and Guide Bar 38 - 41 12. Troubleshooting Guide 42 - 43 13. Specifications 14. Certificate of Confirmation WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 2 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...

  • Page 3: For Safe Operation

    1. FOR SAFE OPERATION Read operator’s instruction book before operating this machine. Read, understand and follow all warnings. Wear head, eye and ear protection. Wear suitable protective clothing for your safety. Always use the chain saw with two hands. Warning! Beware of kickback. This saw is for trained tree service operators only.
  • Page 4 A saw with loose components or with damaged or worn AV buffers will also tend to have higher vibration levels. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 4 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 5 1. FOR SAFE OPERATION Always use caution when handling fuel. Wipe up all spills and then move the chain saw at least 3m from the fueling point before starting the engine. Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (i.e. smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored.
  • Page 6 Never operate a chainsaw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or is not completely and securely assembled. Be sure that the saw chain stops moving when the throttle control trigger is released. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 6 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 7 1. FOR SAFE OPERATION All chain saw service, other than the items listed in the Owner’s Manual, should be per- formed by competent chain saw service personnel. (E.g., if improper tools are used to remove the flywheel, or if an improper tool is used to hold the flywheel in order to remove the clutch, structural damage to the flywheel could occur which could subse-...
  • Page 8 Doing so could result in serious burns because of high temperature. (1) muffler guard E P F (2) guide bar (3) saw chain ( 2 ) E N F ( 1 ) WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 8 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...

  • Page 9: Kickback Prevention

    2. KICKBACK PREVENTION 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 back towards the opera- tor.
  • Page 10 Cut at high engine speeds. Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height. Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain. Only use replacement bars and chains specified by SGS Engineering. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 10 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 11 2. CHAIN BRAKE This machine is equipped with an automatic brake to stop saw chain rotation upon occurrence of kickback during saw cutting. The brake is automatically operated by inertial force, which acts on the weight fitted inside the front guard. This brake can also be operated manually with the front guard turned down to the guide bar.

  • Page 12: Protecting Yourself From Vibration

    • keeping warm and dry (when necessary, wear gloves, a hat, waterproofs and use heating pads if available); • giving up or cutting down on smoking because smoking reduces blood flow; and massaging and exercising your fingers WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 12 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...

  • Page 13: Explanation Of Symbols On The Machine

    4. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE The port to refuel “MIXED PETROL” Position: Fuel cap The port to top up chain oil Position: Oil cap Setting the switch to the “O” position, the engine stops immediately. Position: Front at the top of the rear handle Starting the engine.
  • Page 14 5. COMPONENTS LOCATION DIAGRAM Chain brake Trigger Chain operation Chain Pull start Front Handle WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 14 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 15 5. COMPONENTS LOCATION DIAGRAM Chain brake Chain Handling Chain Chain tensioner PAGE 15...

  • Page 16: Installing Guide Bar And Saw Chain

    (15mm) with very little effort. NOTE The chain brake can be very stiff. You may find it easier to pull back with the plate removed and held between your feet. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 16 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 17 6. INSTALLING GUIDE BAR & SAW CHAIN 2. Unbolt the brake plate (the opposite side of the pull mecha- nism) with the provided plug wrench. Remove the two bolts and the brake plate to reveal the drive gear. 3. Install the bump spike to the power unit.
  • Page 18 1) Tensioning screw 2) Loosen 3) Tighten WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 18 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 19 6. INSTALLING GUIDE BAR & SAW CHAIN 10. Tighten the nuts securely with the bar tip held up (12 ~ 15 N·m). Then check the chain for smooth rotation and proper tension by moving with your hand. If necessary, readjust with the chain cover loose.
  • Page 20 The engine is specially designed for air-cooled two stroke petrolfuel mixture. • Do not use BIA or TCW (2-stroke water-cooling type) mixed oil. RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO PETROL 25 : OIL 1 WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 20 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 21 7. FILLING WITH OIL AND FUEL • These engines are certified to operate on unleaded petrol. • If you use a petrol of a lower octane value than prescribed, there is a danger that the engine temperature may rise and an engine problem such as piston seizing may consequently occur, the octane of the unleaded petrol fuel should be of a level between 95 and 97 octane.
  • Page 22 5. Put a clear indication on the outside of the container to avoid mixing up with petrol or other containers. 6. Indicate the contents on outside of container for easy identification. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 22 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 23 7. FILLING WITH OIL AND FUEL FUELING THE UNIT 1. Untwist and remove the fuel cap. Rest the cap on a dust- less place. 2. Put fuel into the fuel tank to 80% of the full capacity. 3. Fasten the fuel cap securely and wipe up any fuel spillage around the unit.
  • Page 24 Next, start the engine and empty the carburetor of the composite fuel. 6. When scrapping the used mixed oil container, scrap only at an authorized repository site. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 24 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 25 7. FILLING WITH OIL AND FUEL CHAIN OIL WARNING Running the equipment for long hours with its chain oil empty will accelerate the wear and tear of the chain and guide bar, possibly resulting in chain failure and even in a fatal accident leading to death.
  • Page 26 (1) Chain oil. (2) Fuel 2. Press the priming bulb 8 to 10 times. This will help assist with starting the saw and reduces the number of times you’ll need to pull the pull start. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 26 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 27 8. STARTING THE ENGINE 3. Set the red on/off button to on (I). 4. Pull the choke lever all the way out to the open position. Press the throttle lever twice. This will close the choke. Pull the choke all the way out again. WARNING Keep your body away from the chain (on the left) before you attempt to start the chainsaw.
  • Page 28 Push your right toecap into the rear handle to stabilise the chainsaw. WARNING Don’t let the rope drag on the casing of the saw. Pull the rope up as vertically as you can. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 28 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 29 8. STARTING THE ENGINE 7. Slowly pull the starting rope with your right hand until you feel the resistance of the rope. Now, pull the pull start hard several times until the engine fires. PAGE 29...
  • Page 30 The oil tank should become nearly empty by NOTE the time fuel is used up. Be sure to refill the oil tank every time when refueling the saw. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 30 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 31 8. ADJUSTING THE CARBURETOR 1) L needle 2) H needle 3) Idle adjusting screw The carburetor on your unit has been factory adjusted, but may require fine tuning due to a change in operating conditions. Before adjusting the carburetor, make sure that the provided air/fuel filters are clean and fresh and the fuel properly mixed.

  • Page 32: Transporting The Chainsaw

    By vehicle: When transporting in a vehicle, keep chain and bar covered with the chain guard. Properly secure your saw to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to the saw. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 32 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 33 10. CHAINSAW MAINTENANCE (AFTER EACH USE) WARNING Before cleaning, inspecting or repairing the chainsaw, make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool. Disconnect the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. 1. Air filter Loosen the knob and remove the air cleaner cover. Take off the filter elements and tap off any sawdust.
  • Page 34 If the wear is considerable, replace it with a new sprocket and chain. Never fit a new chain on a worn sprocket, or a worn chain on a new sprocket. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 34 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 35 10. PERIODICAL SERVICE POINTS 1. Cylinder fins Periodically check and clean the cylinder fins. Dust clogging between the cylinder fins will cause overheat- ing of the engine. Periodically check and clean the cylinder fins after removing the air cleaner and the cylinder cover. When installing the cylinder cover, make sure that switch wires and grommets are positioned correctly in place.
  • Page 36 Take care not to fold the suction pipe. WARNING 4. Spark plug Clean the electrodes with a wire brush and reset the gap to 0.65 mm if necessary. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 36 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 37 10. PERIODICAL SERVICE POINTS 6. Chainsaw air cooling This chainsaw engine is air-cooled. Dust clogging between the inlet port of the cooling air and cylinder fins will cause overheating of the engine. Periodically check and clean the cylinder fins in this part of the chainsaw. WARNING •...
  • Page 38 If carbon clogs the muffler, it will cause poor output and trouble starting. After every 100 hours of use, check and clean inside the muffler. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 38 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...

  • Page 39: Maintenance Of Saw Chain And Guide Bar

    11. MAINTENANCE OF SAW CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR Saw Chain WARNING It is very important for smooth and safe operation to always keep the cutters sharp. The cutters need to be sharpened when: • Sawdust becomes powder-like. • You need to apply extra force to the chainsaw. •...
  • Page 40 Keep the file position as illustrated. After each cutter has been filed, check the depth gauge and file it to the proper level as illustrated. Appropriate gauge checker Make the shoulder round Depth gauge standard WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 40 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 41 11. MAINTENANCE OF SAW CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR WARNING Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the chance of kickback or tie-strap breakage. Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge angles as illustrated. Cutter length Filing angle Side plate angle Top plate angle...
  • Page 42 If a gap is observed between them, the rail is normal. Otherwise, the bar rail is worn. Such a bar needs to be corrected or replaced. Ruler No gap Chain tilts WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 42 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting Guide

    12. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Starting failure Lack of power/Poor acceleration/Rough idling PAGE 43...
  • Page 44 12. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Oil does not come out WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 44 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...

  • Page 45: Specifications

    13. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Power Unit Displacement 58cc Fuel Mixture Petrol 25 : Two Stroke Oil 1 Fuel tank capacity 550 cm3 Oil tank capacity 260 cm3 Carburettor Diaphragm type Ignition system Pointless (CDI) Spark plug D L7T Oil feeding system...
  • Page 46 SGS Engineering (UK) Ltd West Side Park Raynesway Derby, DE21 7AZ EC Declaration of Conformity This is an important document and should be retained MANUFACTURER’S NAME: SGS Engineering (UK) Ltd Chainsaw TYPE OF EQUIPMENT: SCS5800 PART NUMBER: APPLICATION OF EC COUNCIL DIRECTIVES / STANDARD:...

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