Petrol Chainsaws

MCS25, MCS38, MCS46, MCS52, YR4503

Owner’s Manual
Important
Please read this Owner’s Manual and the Express Warranty before using this product. The Warranty
does not cover damage due to misuse or failure to follow the operating and installation instructions
Keep the instructions in a safe place for future use.
This manual covers the Morrison MCS25, MCS38, MCS46, MCS52 and YR4503 Petrol Chainsaws.
www.morrisonoutdoor.com Part No: 542037.F.2
 Contents Do not operate this machine before Symbols on the Machine
it has been assembled correctly
SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE 3 and you have read and understood Warning / Caution!
these instructions.
SYMBOLS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL 4
Please read the instruction manual
carefully.
PROPER USE 4
These instructions are intended as
Wear ear protection!
a general guide and do not supersede
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 national or local codes in any
way. Contact local Authorities for Wear eye protection!
LOCATION OF PARTS 5 clarity of laws relating to the
operation of this appliance.
Always operate the chainsaw using
ASSEMBLING THE GUIDE BAR AND SAW CHAIN 5 two hands.
Keep the instructions in a safe place for future use.

FUEL AND CHAIN OIL SPECIFICATIONS 6 Warning! Danger of kickback.

CHAIN OIL 6
Fuel tank cap. Use two stroke gasoline/oil
mix.
OPERATING THE ENGINE 7
Oil tank cap. For automatic chain oil
pump.
CHAIN BRAKE 8

SAWING 8 Pull knob out to activate choke.

MAINTENANCE 9
MIN MAX
Chain oil adjuster nut flow regulator nut.
MAINTENANCE OF THE SAW CHAIN AND 9

GUIDE BAR 9
H H– High speed adjustment screw
L– Low speed adjustment screw
L
TROUBLE SHOOTING 11 T– Idle speed adjustment screw
T
Kill switch stop the engine immediately in
SPECIFICATIONS 13 the ‘O’ position

Chain Brake ‘Off’–White arrow.

Chain Brake ‘On’–Black arrow.

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 of strong or gale force winds, or at any other time working area, about 2.5 the size of the object being cut. back and maintain control of the saw.
Symbols in this Owner’s Manual when weather conditions might make it unsafe to use Inspect the machine for worn, loose, or damaged parts. 3. Make certain that the area in which you are cutting is
this product. Never operate the machine that is damaged, improperly free from obstructions Do not let the nose of the
Threatening hazard or hazardous situation. E. When using this product for the first time, before beginning adjusted, is incomplete or not securely assembled. Make guide bar contact a log, branch, or any other
Not observing this instruction can lead to actual work, learn to use it from a skilled worker. sure that the saw chain stops moving when the throttle obstruction which could be hit while you are operat-
injuries or cause damage to property. F. Lack of sleep, tiredness, or physical exhaustion results in control trigger is released. ing the saw.
lower attention spans, and this in turn leads to accidents • Make sure the saw chain is not in contact with anything 4. Cut at a high engine speed.
Important information on proper handling. and injury. Limit the amount of time of using the machine while it is in idle mode. 5. Do not overreach or cut above shoul-
Not observing this instruction can lead to faults continuously to somewhere around ten minutes per ses- der height.
in the machine. sion, and take ten to twenty minutes of rest between work AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE 6. Follow manufactures sharpening and
sessions. Also try to keep the total amount of work per- • Always hold the machine firmly with both maintenance instructions for the saw
User information. This information helps you to formed in a single day under two hours or less. hands when the engine is running. Use a chain
use all the functions correctly. G. Be sure to keep this manual handy so that you may refer to firm grip with thumb and fingers encircling 7. Only use replacement bars and chains specified by
it later whenever any questions arise. the handles. the manufacturer or the specified equivalent.
H. Always be sure to include this manual when selling, • Keep all parts of your body away from the
lending or otherwise transferring the ownership of the machine when the engine is running. MAINTENANCE
product. • In order to maintain your product in proper working order,
Proper Use I. Never allow children or anyone unable to OPERATION perform the maintenance and checking operations de-
fully understand the directions given in this • Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil scribed in the manual at regular intervals.
For safety reasons, the Petrol Chainsaw is not to be used by manual to use this product. or fuel mixture. • Always be sure to turn off the engine before performing any
children, young people under 16 years of age, or any other
• Never touch the muffler, spark plug or other maintenance or checking procedures.
persons who are not acquainted with these directions for
WORKING GEAR AND CLOTHING metallic parts of the engine while the engine
use. WARNING!
A. When using the product you should is in operation or immediately after stop-
wear proper clothing and protective ping the engine. Doing so could result in The metallic parts reach high temperatures immediately
Specific safety information Please read this after stopping the engine.Leave all maintenance other than
equipment as follows. serious burns or electrical shock.
safety information and the directions for use the items listed in the Owner’s Manual to your competent
1. Helmet. • Use extreme caution when cutting small
carefully and be sure to follow the instructions servicing dealer.
2. Protection goggles or face size brush and saplings because slender material may
to the letter.
protector. catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull
3. Thick work gloves.
TRANSPORTATION
you off balance.
Always carry the chainsaw with the engine stopped, the
4. Non-slip sole work boots. • Operating this chainsaw with the use of apparatus to gain
guide bar covered and with the protector to the rear. Keep
5. Ear protectors. height is extremely dangerous and requires specific, pro-
the muffler away from your body.
B. And you should carry with you. fessional training for such work.
1. Provided tools and files. • Never work on a ladder, or any other support that is inse-
Safety Instructions 2. Properly mixed fuel and chain oil. cure.
Location of parts
3. Things to notify your working area– rope, warning • When cutting a tree limb that is under tension, be alert for
Use the chainsaw only to saw wood or objects made of signs. spring back so that you won’t be struck when the tension
wood. Any other types of use are at your own risk and could 4. Whistle for collaboration or an emergency. 1. Front guard
in the wood fibres is released
well be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable 5. Hatchet or saw, for removal of obstacles. 2. Starter knob
• Check the tree for dead branches that could fall during the
for damage caused by improper or incorrect usage. C.Never use the product when wearing pants with loose 3. Air cleaner
felling operation. 8 (MSC25)

cuffs, when wearing sandals, or when barefoot. 4. Choke knob

• Always shut off the engine before setting it down.
WARNING! 5. Throttle interlock
• Parts of the chainsaw get very hot. Do not sit the chain-
Read the operating instructions in their entirety before using 6. Rear handle
WARNING CONSIDERATIONS WHEN saw on any combustible material that could cause a fire. 8 (MSC38)
the machine for the first time. All the information on the 7. Throttle trigger
handling of the chainsaw is relevant to your personal safety.
HANDLING FUEL 8. Priming bulb
Ask a professional to show you how to use the machine! A. The engine of this product is designed to KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 9. Engine switch
run on a mixed fuel which contains highly
10. Fuel tank
flammable gasoline. Never store cans of FLAMMABLE WARNING!
FUEL Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar 11. Oil tank
fuel or refill the fuel tank in any place where
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches 12. Front handle
there is a boiler stove, wood fire, electrical
A. Read this owner’s manual carefully to understand how to the saw chain in the cut. Tip contact in some cases may 13. Saw chain
sparks, welding sparks, or any other source
operate this unit properly. cause a lightning fast 14. Guide Bar
of heat or fire which might ignite the fuel. reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up
B. You should never use the product when Note MCS38 Chain Oil Tank is below No. 10
B. Smoking while operating the product or re- and back towards the operator. Pinching
under the influence of alcohol, when MCS25 Fuel Tank is at the rear
filling its fuel tank is extremely dangerous, the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may
suffering from exhaustion or lack of sleep, MCS25 Engine Switch is at the right hand front of
Always be sure to keep lit cigarettes away push the guide bar rapidly back
when suffering from drowsiness as a result handle assembly
from the product at all times. towards the operator. Either of these reactions
of having taken cold medicine. Nor at any
C. When refilling the tank always turn off the
other time when a possibility exists that your judgment
engine first and take a careful look around
may cause you to lose control of the saw which Assembling the Guide Bar and Saw
might be impaired or that you might not be could result in serious personal or fatal injury
able to operate the machine properly or in
to make sure that there are no sparks or open flames any- Chain
where nearby before refuelling.
a safe manner. • Do not rely exclusively on the safety devices built into your
D. If any fuel spillage occurs during refuelling, use a dry rag A standard saw unit package contains the items as shown
C. Avoid running the engine indoors. The saw. As a chain saw user you should take several steps to
to wipe up spills before starting the engine again. below.
exhaust gases contain harmful carbon keep cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
E. After refuelling, screw fuel cap back tightly onto the fuel
monoxide. 1. With a basic understanding of kickback you can
tank and then carry the chainsaw three meters or more
D. Never use the product under circumstances such as those reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden
away from where it was refuelled before restarting the
described below. surprise contributes to accidents. Power unit.
engine.
1. When the ground is slippery or when other 2. Keep a good grip on the saw with both hands, the
conditions exist which might make it not possible to right hand on the rear handle and
maintain a steady posture. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Plug wrench,
• Check working place, the object being cut and felling the left hand on the front handle Bar protector.
screwdriver
2. At night, at times of heavy fog, or at any other times when the engine is running. Use a for carburettor
when your field of vision might be limited and it direction. If there are obstacles, remove them. adjustment, a round file
• Never start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure firm grip with thumbs and fingers and a petrol container.
Guide bar.
could be difficult to gain a clear view of the area. encircling the chain saw handles. A
3. During rain storms, during lightning storms, at times footing and a planned retreat path from the falling tree.
• Use caution and keep bystanders and animals out of the firm grip will help you reduce kick Chainsaw

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 engine. IMPORTANT! Push in the choke knob to closed position. Pull start
Open the box and assemble the guide bar and the saw chain Mix a regular 91 octane gasoline (leaded or unleaded, alcohol Do not use waste or recycled oil that can cause handle vigorously again until engine runs.
on the power unit as follows: free) and a quality proven motor oil for air cooled 2 cycle damage to the oil pump. NOTE If the starter handle is pulled after the first firing
Note: For 45, 46 & 52 models assemble spike first. Spike is engines. sound is heard and the choke knob is in the start
not needed for models S25 & 38. position, too much fuel will enter into the engine resulting
TO GET MAXIMUM LIFE FROM YOUR ENGINE USE GOOD
Recommended mixing ratios: in the engine failing to start.
QUALITY, WELL MIXED FUEL - AVOID...
WARNING! Models MCS25, MCS38, MCS46, MCS52 and YR4503 3. Allow the engine to warm up with the choke lever pulled
The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use thick 1. Fuel with no oil (raw gasoline) that will very quickly cause
Engine Condition Gasoline to Oil out slightly.
protective gloves for safety. severe damage to the internal engine parts.
Up to 20 hours use 25:1
2. GASOHOL and E10. It can cause deterioration of rubber
and/or plastic parts and disruption of engine lubrication. WARNING!
1. Pull the front guard towards All Models Keep clear of the saw chain as it will start rotating
Tensioner 3. Mixing oils intended for use in four cycle engines with your
the front handle to check nut After 20 hours use 25:1 or 40:1 (see below charts) immediately upon starting of engine.
fuel. It can cause spark plug fouling, exhaust port blocking,
that the chain brake is not or piston ring sticking.
engaged. When using a mineral oil:
4. Mixed fuels which have been left unused for a period of IMPORTANT!
2. Loosen the nuts and Mixing Ratio 25:1
one month or more may clog the carburettor and result in When restarting immediately after stopping a hot
remove the chain cover. Gasoline (litres) 1 2 3 4 5
the engine failing to operate properly. engine, leave the choke knob at the closed position
3. Attach the spike to the 2cycle oil (ml) 40 80 120 160 200
Chain cover 5. In the case of storing the chainsaw for a long period of
front, saw side of the time, empty and clean the fuel tank. Turn the engine over to
power unit. When using a semi-synthetic oil: ADJUSTING THE OIL SUPPLY TO THE CHAIN
Hole empty the carburettor of the stale fuel.
4. Fix the hanger on the rear of Mixing Ratio 40:1
6. When disposing of stale mixed fuel, take it to an authorised
the power unit by screw - MSC25 only. Gasoline (litres) 1 2 3 4 5 WARNING!
disposal site.
2cycle oil (ml) 25 50 75 100 125 Make sure to set up the bar and the chain correctly
before adjusting the oil supply. If you don’t the rotating parts
WARNING! Operating the Engine may be exposed which is very dangerous.
Keep open flames away from the area where fuel is handled
YR4503, MCS46 and or stored. Mix and store fuel only in an approved gasoline After starting the engine. run the chain at
STARTING THE ENGINE
MCS52 only- fitting container.
the Spike Fill fuel and chain oil tanks respectively medium speed and see if excessive chain
and tighten the caps securely. oil is thrown off onto the ground.
IMPORTANT!
5. Fit the chain over the sprocket and, while feeding the saw For models MCS25 & 38 Adjusting the Chain oil output.
Most engine troubles are caused, directly or
chain around the guide bar, mount the guide bar to the indirectly, by the fuel used on the machine. Take special care 1. Continuously push the priming Fuel Chain The chain oil flow can be changed by inserting a screwdriver
power unit. Adjust the position of chain tensioner nut on not to mix a motor oil for 4 cycle engines. bulb until fuel comes into the bulb Oil in the hole on bottom of the clutch side. Adjust according to
the chain cover to the lower hole of guide bar. (MCS25/38). your work conditions.
2. Put the switch to ‘I’ or up position.
IMPORTANT! HOW TO MIX FUEL Chain Oil
3. Hold the throttle lever together with the throttle interlock
Pay attention to the correct direction of the saw chain. Adjuster*
and push in the side throttle lock button. Release the
WARNING!
throttle lever to hold it at the starting position.
Thorough mixing of the oil and fuel is critical to the *This feature is not available on all models.
life and performance of the engine. Take extreme
care. IMPORTANT!
Switch Throttle Throttle The oil tank should become nearly empty by the time fuel is used
1. Measure out the quantities of gasoline and oil to be mixed. lever interlock up. Be sure to refill the oil tank every time you refuel the unit.
6. Fit the chain cover to the power unit and fasten the nuts 2. Put some of the gasoline into a clean, fuel container.
until finger tight. 3. Pour in all of the oil and agitate well. STOPPING THE ENGINE
7. While holding up the tip of the bar, adjust the chain tension 4. Pour in the rest of gasoline and agitate again for at least 1. Release the throttle lever to allow the engine to idle for a
by turning the tensioner screw until one minute. Some oils may take longer to mix depend- 4. Pull out the choke knob to the start position. few minutes.
the tie straps just touch the bottom ing on their ingredients. Thorough mixing is essential for 2. Set the switch to the “O” (STOP) position.
side of the guide bar. engine longevity. Start Closed
Choke
8. Tighten the nuts securely with ADJUSTING THE CARBURETTOR
Knob
the bar tip held up (12–15 Nm). MCS25, FILLING THE FUEL TANK This is best done by an authorised Masport or
Then check the chain for smooth 45,46, 52 1. Untwist and remove the fuel cap. Rest the fuel cap in a
rotation and proper tension while
Morrison dealer
Tensioner screw dust free place. The carburettor on your Idle adjuster ‘H’ Needle
moving it by hand. If necessary, MCS38 2. Fill fuel tank to 80% of the full capacity. screw
engine has been factory
readjust. MSC25 = 184mL, MSC38 = 264mL, MCS46, 52 & YR4503 = 5. While holding the saw unit securely adjusted, but may require
IMPORTANT! 440ml. on the ground, pull the starter rope fine tuning due to changes in
A new chain will stretch at the beginning of use. Check and 3. Fasten the fuel cap securely and wipe up any fuel spillage vigorously. operating conditions. Before
readjust the tension frequently as a loose chain can easily from around the engine. adjusting the carburettor
derail or cause rapid chain wear and damage to the guide bar. ‘L’ Needle
make sure that the provided
CHAIN OIL WARNING!
air and fuel filters are in good
condition and the fuel is properly mixed.
Fuel and Chain Oil Specifications All models
Do not start the engine while dangling the chainsaw from
one hand. The saw chain may touch your body and cause
Use Masport Chain Bar Oil Part # 833043. This is specially wounds that can be fatal. When adjusting take the following steps:
WARNING!
formulated to give best results. Alternatively you can use a
good quality motor oil, SAE 10W ~ 30 all year round or SAE IMPORTANT!
Gasoline is very flammable. Avoid smoking 6. If engine has started then stopped. Push the choke knob Be sure to adjust the carburettor with the bar and
or bringing any naked flame or sparks near #30~#40 in Summer and SAE #20 in Winter. in a little and pull the starter again to restart the engine chain attached.
the fuel. Refer to specifications pg13 for OIL TANK capacities. 7. Allow the engine to warm up with the throttle lever pulled
out slightly. 1. Stop engine and screw in both the ‘H’ and ‘L’ needles until
Make sure to stop the engine and allow it to
they stop. Never force them. Then set them back the initial
cool before refuelling the unit. Select outdoor For models MCS46, MCS52 and YR4503 number of turns as shown below.
bare ground for fuelling and move at 1. For cold start, pull choke start lever.
least 3m (10ft) away from the fuelling point before starting the 2. Pull the starter cord until the first firing sound is heard.

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Model MCS38 ‘H’ Needle: rE – ± iE ‘L’ Needle: 1 wQ – ±
Sawing WARNING!
•Always ensure your footing. Do not stand on the log.
3. Guide bar.
When the guide bar is dismounted,
•Be alert to the rolling over of a cut log. Especially when remove sawdust in the bar groove and
rQ working on a slope, stand on the uphill side of the log.
Model MCS25 ‘H’ Needle: 1 rQ – ± rQ ‘L’ Needle: 1 wQ – the oiling port. Grease the nose sprocket
•Follow the instructions in ‘Safe Operation’ to avoid kickback
± rQ of the saw. from the feeding port on the tip of the bar.
Model MCS45 ‘H’ Needle: 1 iE – ± rQ ‘L’ Needle: 1 rQ – ± WARNING!
1. Oiling port
rQ Before starting work, check the direction of bending force
2. Grease port
• Before proceeding to your job, read the ‘Safety Instruc- inside the log to be cut. Always finish cutting from the
Model MCS52 ‘H’ Needle: 1 iE – ± rQ ‘L’ Needle: 1 rQ – ± 3. Sprocket
tions’ section at the beginning of this Manual. It is recom- oposite side of bending direction to prevent the guide bar
rQ mended to first practice sawing easy logs. This also helps 4. General Maintenance.
from being jammed in the cut.
Model YR4503 ‘H’ Needle: 1 iE – ± rQ ‘L’ Needle: 1 rQ – ± you get accustomed to your machine. Check for fuel leakage, loose fastenings and damage to ma-
rQ • Always follow the safety regulations. The chainsaw must Cutting a log lying on the ground. jor parts. Especially handle joints and guide bar mounting.
only be used for cutting wood. Never attempt to cut other Saw down halfway,then roll the log over If any defects are found, make sure to have them repaired
2. Start the engine and allow it to warm up at half-throttle. types of material due to vibrations and kickback which will and cut from the opposite side. before operating the machine again.
3. Turn the ‘L’ needle slowly clockwise to find a position vary with different materials and the requirements of the
where idling speed is maximum, then set the needle back a safety regulations would not be followed. Do not use the Cutting a log hanging off the ground. PERIODICAL SERVICE CHECKS
quarter (1/4) turn counterclockwise. chain saw as a lever for lifting, moving or splitting objects. In area ‘A’ saw up from the bottom one 1. Cylinder fins.
4. Turn the idle adjusting screw ‘T’ counterclockwise so that Do not lock it over fixed stands. Never hitch tools or devic- third and finish by sawing down from Dust clogging between the cylinder fins will cause overheat-
the saw chain does not turn. If the idling speed is too slow, es to the P.T.O. that are not specified by the manufacturer. the top. In area ‘B’ saw down from the ing of the engine. Periodically check and clean the cylinder
turn the screw clockwise. • It is not necessary to force the saw into the cut. Apply only top one third and finish by sawing up fins after removing the air cleaner and the cylinder cover.
5. Make a test cut and adjust the ‘H’ needle for best cutting light pressure while running the engine at full throttle. from the bottom When installing the cylinder cover, make sure that switch
power, not for maximum speed. • When the saw chain is caught in the cut, do not attempt to wires and grommets are positioned correctly in place.
pull it out by force, but use a wedge or a lever to open the Cutting a limb of fallen tree.
cut. IMPORTANT!
Chain Brake First check to which side the limb is
Be sure to cover the air intake hole whilst cleaning.
bent. Then make the initial cut from the
GUARDING AGAINST KICKBACK bent side and finish by sawing from the
This machine is equipped with an Brake off Brake on This saw is equipped with a chain opposite side. 0.65mm
automatic brake to stop the saw brake that will stop the chain in the 2. Spark plug.
chain rotating should kickback event of kickback when operating WARNING! Clean the electrodes with a wire brush
occur while the saw is being used properly. You must check the chain Be alert to the springing back of a and reset the gap to 0.65mm as
for cutting. The brake is automati- brake operation before each usage. cut limb. Pruning of Standing Tree.
necessary
cally operated by inertial force Run the saw at full the throttle for Cut up from the bottom, finish down
which acts on the weight fitted twelve seconds and push the Front from the top.
3. Sprocket.
inside the front guard. This brake guard forward. The chain should Check for cracks and for excessive wear interfering with the
can also be operated manually with the Front guard push stop immediately with the engine • Do not use an unstable foothold or ladder.
• Do not overreach. chain drive. If wear is obvious, replace it with new one. Never
forward to the guide bar. To release brake, pull up the Front at full speed. If the chain is slow fit a new chain on a worn sprocket, or a worn chain on a new
guard toward the Front handle till ‘click’ sound is heard. to stop or does not stop, you must • Do not cut above shoulder height.
• Always use your both hands to grip the saw. sprocket.
replace the brake band and clutch drum before use. See your 1. Sprocket
WARNING! chainsaw dealer. 2. Needle bearing
The kickback reaction happens so quickly that you will not be
3. Clutch drum
able to react in time to avoid serious injury, even if the chain
brake works. The saw must never be in line with your face,
WARNING!
It is extremely important that the chain brake is checked for
Maintenance 4. Spacer
but should be to the right of your body. Never be distracted. proper operation before each use and that the chain is sharp
5. Clutch shoe
in order to maintain the Kickback safety function of this saw.
Removal of safety devices, inadequate maintenance, or WARNING! 4. Fuel filter (MCS38 shown).
IMPORTANT! incorrect replacement of the bar or chain may increase the Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your unit, make sure Disassemble the filter and wash with
the engine has stopped and is cool. Disconnect the spark
Be sure to confirm brake operation is functioning correctly by risk or serious personal injury or death due to kickback. gasoline, or replace with new one if
inspecting daily. plug to prevent accidental starting.
needed.
FELLING A TREE
1. Decide the felling direction. Consider the wind, lean of the MAINTENANCE AFTER EACH USE
How to confirm brake is functioning correctly. tree, location of heavy branches, ease of work after felling 1. Air filter 5. Oil filter (MCS38 shown).
1. Turn off the engine. and other factors Dust on the cleaner surface can be Disassemble the oil filter and
2. Holding the chain saw horizontally, 2. While clearing the area around the removed by tapping a corner of the wash with gasoline, or replace
release your hand from the Front handle, tree, arrange a good foothold and cleaner against a hard surface. To with new one if needed.
hit the tip of the guide bar to a stump or a retreat path. clean dirt in the meshes, split the
piece of wood, to confirm brake opera- 3. Make a notch cut one third of the cleaner into halves and brush with
tion. The Front guard should move away way into the tree on the felling side, gasoline. When using compressed air, 6. Anti-vibration system
from you, to the ‘On’ position. Operating 1. blow from the inside. All models have rubber bumpers,
level varies by bar size. If the brake is not effective, ask 4. Make a felling cut from the oppo- have your dealer replace them should
your dealer to inspect and repair. site side of the notch and at a level 1. Notch cut
they show signs of cracking or damage.
2. Felling cut
slightly higher than the bottom of 3. Felling direction
IMPORTANT! Oil Port
the notch, 2.
If the engine is kept rotated at high speed while the brake
is engaged, it will overheat the clutch, causing damage.
When the brake is operated while the engine is running, WARNING!
immediately release your fingers from the throttle lever and When you fell a tree, be sure to warn your neighbouring
workers of the danger. 2. Oiling port
drop the engine speed to idle.
Dismount the guide bar and check
Bucking and Limbing the oiling port for clogging.

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 Maintenance of the Saw Chain and Trouble shooting
Guide Bar
SAW CHAIN Make shoulder rounded. Engine does not start
What to Check Possible Cause Remedy
WARNING! Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge angles
It is very important for smooth and safe operation to as illustrated. Does the engine crank? NO Faulty recoil starter. Return chainsaw to dealer
always keep the cutters sharp. YES Fluid in the crankcase.
Internal damage.
Your chain saw cutters need to be sharpened when.
• Sawdust becomes powder like. Good compression? NO Loose spark plug. Excess wear on cylinder, Tighten and re-test. Return unit to
• You need extra force to saw. YES piston, rings dealer
Depth gauge standard.
• The cut way does not go straight. Does the tank contain fresh fuel NO Fuel/mixture incorrect, stale, contami- Re-fill with fresh fuel (2-cycle
• Vibration increases. Cutter length Filing angle of the proper grade? nated. engine oil and gasoline, as speci-
• Fuel consumption increases. x x YES fied.)
Cutter setting standards. Is fuel visible and moving in the NO Check for clogged fuel filter and/or vent. Clear as required. Re-start.
30˚ return line when priming?
WARNING! Side plate angle YES
Be sure to wear safety gloves when servicing. 85˚
Check the spark plug If the plug is wet, excess fuel may be in the Crank the engine with plug
cylinder removed. replace the plug and
restart. (Refer to page 7)
Before filing: 60˚
Top plate angle The plug may be fouled or improperly Clean and regap the plug to
• Make sure the saw chain is held securely.
gapped 0.65mm. Restart.
• Make sure the engine is stopped and the spark plug dis-
connected. The plug may be damaged internally or of Replace the plug with the speci-
• Use a round file of proper size for your chain. the wrong size. fied plug. Restart

Model MCS25 Chain: 91VG File size: 5/32” (4.0 mm)

Model MCS38 Chain: 91VG File size: 5/32” (4.0 mm)
GUIDE BAR Low power output
• Flip the bar upside down occasionally to promote even
Model MCS46 Chain: 21VB File size: 3/16 ” (4.76 mm)
wear. What to Check Possible Cause Remedy
Model MCS52 Chain: 21VB File size: 3/16 ” (4.76 mm)
• The bar rail should always be a square. Check for wear of
Model YR4503 Chain: 21VB File size: 3/16 ” (4.76 mm) Is the engine overheating? Operator is overworking the machine. Use lower throttle setting.
the bar rail. Apply a ruler to the bar and the outside of a
cutter. If a gap is observed between them– the rail is nor- Carburettor mixture is too lean. Return chainsaw to dealer.
30˚ mal.
Improper fuel ratio. Re-fill with fresh fuel of the correct
Guide bar needs replacing mixture (2-cycle engine oil and
Good guide bar gasoline, in specified ratio Page 5.)
Guide bar rail
worn
Fix chain so it can not move. Fan cover, cylinder fins dirty or damaged. Clean, repair or replace as neces-
Guide bar rail sary.
Rul-
er
Carbon deposits on piston or in the muffler. Decarbonize.

90˚ Engine is rough at all speeds. Clogged air cleaner element. Service the air cleaner.
Gap
No gap. Chain should not move
May also have black smoke and/ Loose or damaged spark plug. Tighten or replace.
sideways in the guide rail
20˚
or unburned fuel at the exhaust. Air leakage or clogged fuel line. Repair or replace filter and/or fuel
line.
Water in the fuel. Drain the fuel replace the fuel with
a fresh mix.
• Place your file on the cutter and Piston seizure. Return chainsaw to dealer.
push straight forward. Keep the file
positioned as illustrated. Faulty carburettor and/or diaphragm. Return chainsaw to dealer.
• After every cutter has been set, Engine is knocking. Overheating condition. Idle engine until cool; find reason
check the depth gauge and file it to Appropriate gauge checker. for overheating.
the proper level.
Improper fuel. Check fuel octane rating; check
for presence of alcohol in the fuel.
WARNING! Refuel as necessary.
Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the chance of
kickback or tiestrap breakage. Carbon deposits in the combustion Decarbonize
chamber.

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 Check oil is of specified quality. Replace with correctly specified oil
If the chainsaw seems to need further service, please consult with an authorised service agent in your area.
Additional problems Specifications
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Poor Acceleration. Clogged air cleaner element. Clean the element. Model MCS25 MCS38 MCS46 MCS52 YR4503
Clogged fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter as required. Power Unit
Carburettor mixture too lean. Return chainsaw to the dealer. Dimensions 265l x 220h x 220w 370l x 235h x 270w 410l x 235h x 265w 410 x 235h 265w 410l x 235h x 265w
Idle speed set too low. Adjust: Refer to specs pg. 12. Engine: Two stroke air cooled petrol/oil engine, vertical cylinder. EUV

Engine stops abruptly. Fuel tank empty. Refuel. Displacement 25.4cc 37.2cc 46cc 49.3cc 45cc

Clogged fuel filter. Clean or replace the fuel filter as Engine Speed Max 10,000rpm 11,000rpm 11,000rpm 11,000rpm 11,000rpm
required. Max Idle 3,000rpm 3,000rpm 3,000rpm 3,000rpm 3,000rpm
Water in the fuel. Drain; replace with clean fuel. Maximum power output 0.85kw 1.3kw 2.0kw 2.0kw 1.7kw
Shorted spark plug or loose terminal. Clean and replace spark tighten the Fuel: All models Gasoline / oil mixture 25:1
terminal.
Chain Oil: All models Recomended Masport Chain Bar Oil Part # 833043, or SAE 10W-30 Motor oil
Ignition failure. Return chainsaw to the dealer.
Oil system: All Models Automatic / Adjustable
Piston seizure. Return chainsaw to the dealer. Oil Tank Capacity 160ml 220ml 260ml 260ml 260ml
Engine difficult to shut off. Ground (stop) wire is disconnected, or switch is Test and replace as required. Carburettor: All Models Walbro WT-Diaphram type
defective.
Ignition System: All All Models All transistor electronic
Overheating due to incorrect spark plug. Use correctly specified plug Models

Overheated engine. Idle engine until cool. Spark plug M7/LD LD L7T LD L7T/L7T/JL LD L7T/L7T/JL LD L7T/L7T/JL
L8RTF/NHSP NHSP L8RTF NHSP L8RTF NHSP L8RTF NHSP L8RTF
Excessive vibration. Warped or damaged chainsaw fan. Inspect and replace fan as required.
Starting: All Models Recoil starter
Loose bolt or fastener. Tighten as required. Stopping: All Models Grounding (switch)
Internal engine damage. Return chainsaw to dealer. Fuel Tank Capacity 230ml 320ml 550ml 550ml 550ml
Air Cleaner Type: All Semi-wet
Models
Weight; power unit only 3.5kg 4.9kg 5.5kg 5.5kg 6.5kg
Chain oiler problems
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Cutting Bar
Oil does not come out. Oil tank empty. Clean and fill
Type: All Models Sprocket nose
Oil passages and ports clogged. Clean and check
Guide Bar Size 30cm; 12” 40cm; 16” 45cm; 18” 50cm; 20” 45cm; 18”
Sprocket–teeth, pitch 6T x 3/8” 6T x 3/8” 7T x 0.325 7T x 0.325 7T x 0.325

Saw Chain
Type Oregon Oregon 91VG, 45X Oregon 91PO, 57X Oregon 21BP, 72X Oregon 21BP, 76X Oregon 21BP, 72X
Pitch Inches/mm 3/8” / 9.53mm 3/8” / 9.53mm 0.325” / 8.26mm 0.325” / 8.26mm 0.325” / 8.26mm
Gauge Inches/mm 0.05” / 1.27mm 0.05” / 1.27mm 0.058” / 1.47mm 0.058” / 1.47mm 0.058” / 1.47mm

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