Tanaka TCS33EDTP/12 Owner's Manual - Page 9

English m. 0.024"(0.6 mm) Fig. 34 NOTE In some areas, local law requires using a resistor spark plug to suppress ignition signals. If this machine was originally equipped with resistor spark plug, use same type of spark plug for replacement. Oiler port (Fig. 35) Clean the chain oiler port (39) whenever possible • Fig. 37 Fuel filter (Fig. 38) Remove the fuel filter from the fuel tank and thoroughly wash it in solvent. After that, push the filter into the tank completely. Eh) 39 0 6, Fig. 35 Guide bar (Fig. 36) Before using the machine, clean the groove and oiler port (40) in the bar with the special gauge offered as an optional accessory. Fig. 38 NOTE If the filter is hard due to dust and dirt, replace it. Chain oil filter (Fig. 39) Remove the oil filter and thoroughly wash it in solvent. After that, push the filter into the tank completely. 40 Fig. 36 Side case (Fig. 37) Always keep the side case and drive area clean of saw dust and debris. Periodically apply oil or grease to this area to protect from corrosion as some trees contain high levels of acid. Fig. 39 NOTE If the filter is hard due to dust and dirt, replace it. Cleaning the cylinder fins (Fig. 40) When wood chips are caught between cylinder fins (41), the engine may overheat, resulting in lower output. To avoid this, always keep cylinder fins and fan case clean. 51 52 53 English 54 Fig. 42 0 41 Fig. 40 For long-term storage Drain all fuel from the fuel tank. Start and let engine run until it stops. Repair any damage which has resulted from use. Clean the unit with a clean rag, or the use of high pressure air hose. Put a few drops of two-cycle engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole, and spin the engine over several times to distribute oil. Cover the unit and store it in a dry area. CHAIN SHARPENING Parts of a cutter (Fig. 41, 42) 43 42 WARNING 0 Gloves should be used when sharpening chain. O Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the chance of kickback or tie-strap breakage. 42. Top plate 43. Working corner 44. Side plate 45. Gullet 46. Heel 47. Chassis 48. Rivet hole 49. Toe 50. Depth gauge 51. Correct angle on top plate (degree of angle depends on chain type) 52. Slightly protruding "hook" or point (curve on non- chisel chain) 53. Top of depth gauge at correct height below top plate 54. Front of depth gauge rounded off LOWERING DEPTH GAUGES WITH A FILE 1) If you sharpen your cutters with a file holder, check and lower the depth. 2) Check depth gauges every third sharpening. 3) Place depth gauge tool on cutter. If depth gauge projects, file it level with the top of the tool. Always file from the inside of the chain toward an outside cutter. (Fig. 43) 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Fig. 41 0 Fig. 43 16 17