Valex MMotPot Instructions D'emploi page 12

Take care of your machine and clean it regularly to ensure that it remains perfectly efficient
and has a long lifetime.
Clean the machine with a soft brush or cloth.
Do not spray or wet the machine with water.
Do not use inflammable substances, detergents or solvents as these may damage the
machine beyond repair. The plastic parts are prone to damage by chemical agents.
Bar and chain
- Tension and oil the chain when necessary
- Bring the chain to a specialised workshop for maintenance and sharpening as needed.
- Turn the bar 180° following extensive use and when the chain is replaced in order to
create uniform wear along the entire bar.
- Lubricate or grease the ball bearings on the nose of the bar regularly.
- Keep the oil channels on the bar clean.
- Replace the chain when, after repeated sharpenings, the length of the tooth has reached
4 mm or when the links are worn. (Chain type: see technical data)
- Replace the bar if deformed or damaged. (Bar type: see technical data)
Sprocket (Fig.A, 19)
Check for wear and replace if necessary, by an authorized service center.
Air filter
Check the air filter at every use. Clean frequently. If necessary, replace.
In case of use in dusty areas clean more regularly.
1 Open the cover opening lever (28) and remove the cover
2 Take off the filter element (31) and open when necessary.
3 Wash with soap and water using a small brush and rinse thoroughly.
4 Leave it to dry.
5 Put the filter back in place and close the cover.
Spark plug (Fig.A, 30)
Check every 25 hours of operation, replace if necessary.
For the spark plug type, check the technical information.
1 Remove the pipette and unscrew the spark plug using the relative spanner.
2 Examine the spark plug and remove any carbon residue with a metal brush. Replace the
spark plug if the electrode is excessively worn or the insulation is damaged.
3 Measure the distance between the electrodes; refer to Fig.A.
4 Screw the spark plug back in by hand.
5 Secure a used spark plug with around ¼ turn of the spanner, and a new one with around
½ turn of the spanner.
Chainstay (Fig.A, 3)
It is a very important component for your safety. Before each use of the chainsaw verified
its presence, that is not broken or worn.
Hand guard - chain brake (Fig.A, 8)
It is a very important component for your safety. Before each use of the chainsaw make
sure it is intact and functioning properly as explained in the chapter 'FUNCTIONING OF
THE EMERGENCY CHAIN BRAKE'.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The engine does not start
- The on/off switch is in the "stop" position. Put it to "I" ON.
- There is no fuel mixture in the tank: fill it up.
- There is dirt or water in the fuel tank: clean it.
- The new spark plug does not spark: it is dirty, worn or defective, clean or replace it.
- The air filter is clogged: clean it.
- The exhaust muffler is obstructed: contact an authorised service centre.
- Other: contact an authorised service centre.
The engine starts then stops
- Excessive electric load: reduce the load on the cutting device.
- The spark plug is damaged: replace it.
- A mixture of petrol-oil has not been used and serious damage has been provoked to the
engine: take the machine to an authorised assistance centre. Warning: damage due to
this kind of negligence is not covered by the warranty.
- The air filter is dirty: wash following the instructions provided.
- The exhaust muffler is obstructed: contact an authorised service centre.
- Other: contact an authorised service centre.
The chain does not turn.
- Check that the front hand guard has not come down: push the front hand guard towards
the engine.
- The air filter is clogged: clean it.
- The exhaust muffler is obstructed: contact an authorised service centre.
The chain and bar overheat
- Insufficient oil in the tank: fill
- The chain is too tense: loosen the chain.
- Oil nozzle or channel clogged: clean it.
- Adjusting screw fully closed, loosen the screw.
Chain is dry
- Insufficient oil in the tank: fill with oil
- Adjusting screw fully closed, loosen the screw.
The chain brake does not work
- Defective hand guard mechanism: contact customer service centre.
The chain saw does not cut well, blocks, or makes banging noise
- Chain is loose adjust the chain tension
- Chain is worn: sharpen or replace it.
- Defective chain: replace it.
An oil stain forms under the chain saw
- The chain saw was not cleaned and the sawdust releases the oil accumulated during
cutting: clean the saw and remove the sawdust from the housing.
The bar is loose
- The screws have been fixed badly: make sure that the screws have been tightened
vigourously.
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! Warning! After performing the actions described above, the tool does not work
properly or if abnormalities other than those listed, bring it to an authorized service
center by showing proof of purchase and requesting spare parts. Always refer to the
technical information on the label.
WARNING! Hot surfaces. Some parts of the machine may stay hot for several hours
after it has been switched off. Wait for it to cool down completely before storing it.
WARNING! Make sure that the storage place is not damp and dusty.
1. Remove all the fuel from the tank.
2. Pour a few drops of motor oil into the spark plug hole and put the motor in the com-
pression position.
3. Put the machine back in a firm, safe position, out of the reach of children.
DEMOLITION
In order to protect the environment, proceed according to the local laws in force.
WARNING! Before demolition totally empty the fuel tank.
When the machine is no longer usable or reparable, hand it in with the package to a
collection point for recycling.
Do not dispose of used oil with domestic waste, but take it to the special Collection Centres.
This product is guaranteed by law against non conformities with regards to the characte-
ristics declared, provided that is has been used exclusively as described in this operator's
manual, has not been tampered with in any way, has not been repaired by unauthorised
persons, and, only if original replacement parts were installed as needed. In any case,
consumable materials and/or components subject to wear, like batteries, light bulbs, cutting
and finishing components, etc. are excluded from this warranty. Return the product to a
retailer or an authorised customer service centre together with proof of purchase.
AMENDMENTS
The text, figures and data correspond to the standards in place on the date of printing the
instructions contained herein. The manufacturer reserves the right to update the docu-
mentation if changes are made to the appliance, without being bound by any obligations.
© No part of this publication and the documentation enclosed with the machine may be
reproduced without written permission from the manufacturer.
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