Partner P340S 2014: FUEL AND LUBRICATION

CHAIN BRAKE MECHANICAL TEST

2. The CHAIN BRAKE is ENGAGED (chain

Your chain saw is equipped with a Chain

is stopped) when brake lever is in forward

brake that reduces possibility of injury due to

position and the chain brake latch is in

kickback. The brake is activated if pressure

the ON position. You should not be able

is applied against brake lever when, as in

to move chain. (Fig. 7B)

the event of kickback, operator’s hand

NOTE:The brake lever should snap into both

strikes the lever. When the brake is actuated,

positions. If strong resistance is felt, or lever

chain movement stops abruptly.

does not move into either position, do not use

your saw. Take it immediately to a

WARNING: The purpose of the

professional Service Center for repair.

chain brake is to reduce the possibility of

injury due to kickback; however, it cannot

OFF

ON

provide the intended measure of protection

if the saw is operated carelessly. Always

test the chain brake before using your saw

and periodically while on the job.

TO TEST CHAIN BRAKE:

Fig. 7A Fig. 7B

1. The CHAIN BRAKE is DISENGAGED

(chain can move) when BRAKE LEVER

IS PULLED BACK AND LOCKED. Be

sure the chain brake latch is in the OFF

position. (Fig. 7A)

FUEL AND LUBRICATION

FUEL

FUEL MIXING TABLE

Use regular grade unleaded gasoline

GASOLINE 40:1 Ratio

mixed with 40:1 custom 2-cycle engine oil

Custom Lubricant

for best results. Use mixing ratios in Section

1 U.S. Gal. 3.2 oz. 95ml (cc)

FUEL MIXINGTABLE.

5 Liters 4.3 oz. 125ml (cc)

WARNING: Never use straight

1 lmp. Gal.

4.3 oz. 125ml (cc)

gasoline in your unit. This will cause

Mixing 40 Parts Gasoline

permanent engine damage and void the

Procedure to 1 part Lubricant

manufacturer’s warranty for that product.

Never use a fuel mixture that has been

1ml = 1cc

stored for over 90 days.

RECOMMENDED FUELS

WARNING: Lubricant must be a

Some conventional petrols are being

premium grade oil for 2-stroke air cooled

blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or

engines mixed at a 40:1 ratio. Do not use any

an ether compound to meet clean air

2-cycle oil product with a recommended

standards.Your engine is designed to operate

mixing ratio of 100:1. If insufficient lubrication

satisfactorily on any gasoline intended for

is the cause of engine damage, it voids the

automotive use including oxygenated

manufacturer’s engine warranty for that

petrols.

occurrence.

CHAIN AND BAR LUBRICATION

MIXING FUEL

Always refill the chain oil tank each time the

Mix fuel with 2 cycle oil in an approved

fuel tank is refilled. We recommend using

container. Use mixing table for correct

Partner Chain, Bar and Sprocket Oil, which

ratio of fuel to oil. Shake container to

contains additives to reduce friction and

ensure thorough mix.

wear and to assist in the prevention of pitch

formation on the bar and chain.

WARNING: Lack of lubrication voids

engine warranty.

FUEL AND LUBRICATION

Gasoline and Oil

Oil Only

Mix 40:1

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