Operation - Cub Cadet LH5 C60 Mode D'emploi

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Flip the lock tab [C] of the locking button for blade
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adjustment back down into place C .
Tensioning the chain CEF
Flip up the lock tab [C] and turn the locking button for
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blade adjustment [B] 1–1.5 turns anticlockwise C .
Turn the rotary knob for chain tension adjust-
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ment [C] clockwise until the chain tension is
correct E .
The cutting chain [A] is correctly tensioned when
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it snaps back into place after it has been pulled
3 mm away from the cutting bar [B] by applying
light pressure with the index finger and thumb F .
Note
The cutting chain must not sag, but it should
be possible to pull it away from the cutting
bar by about 3 millimetres F .
Note
Do not over-tension the chain. This increas-
es wear and shortens the service life of the
chain and cutting bar.
As soon as the chain tension is correct, tighten the
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locking button for blade adjustment and flip the
lock tab on the locking button back down.
Note
Make sure that the locking button is properly
tightened so that the blade (cutting bar) is
correctly positioned.
Note
If the chain is new, check the tension more
frequently during the first two hours of
operation, as a new chain always stretches
slightly.

Operation

Before start-up:
Check tool for damage.
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Check all parts for firm seating.
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Check the chain tension.
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Check chain lubrication.
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Check the chain brake is working.
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Check saw chain oil level.
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Check device for leaks.
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Cutting chain oil
Risk of damage to the tool
Use of old oil can result in damage to the
oil pump, bar and chain!
¾ Never use old oil to lubricate the chain.
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WARNING!
Environmental pollution
¾ Chain oil is released into the environ-
ment during operation, therefore, special
biodegradable vegetable oil should be
used as a chain oil.
Attention!
Only operate the tool with sufficient chain oil.
¾ Check the oil volume via the oil level indicator.
¾ If the oil tank is less than a quarter full you
should top it up.
¾ You must top up the oil immediately if the oil
level reaches the minimum mark – "MIN".
Note
The oil tank capacity is approx. 230 ml.
Fill with chain oil G
Risk of slipping due to spilt oil
¾ Take care not to spill any oil.
¾ Immediately wipe up any spilt oil.
Attention!
¾ Ensure that no dirt gets into the oil tank.
Unscrew the oil tank cap [B] anticlockwise and
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remove it.
Fill the tank with the recommended oil until the oil
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level reaches the top of the gauge [A].
Replace the tank cap and screw it tight.
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Check the oil level every time you use the device
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and top it up if required.
Checking the chain brake J
The chain brake [A] immediately locks the cutting
chain if kickback occurs.
Hand guard positions [A] for the chain brake J
Chain brake is activated 1 :
The hand guard is positioned all the way forward
towards the tip of the cutting bar until it clicks into
place.
Chain brake is deactivated/detached 2 :
The hand guard is positioned all the way back
towards the bow-shaped handle until it clicks into
place.
Operation
CAUTION!
CAUTION!