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Homelite Consumer Products 9.0 Amp, 14 In. Chainsaw - Page 7 Questions & Answers
Saw will start will chock out, when chock is
Your symptoms indicate a lean condition. Check to be sure the muffler and/or spark arrestor are open and unobstructed. If all the parts are installed properly and your mixture screws are between 1.5 and 2 complete turns OUT, the saw may possibly have leaking crankshaft seals. The saw would need a pressure/vaccuum test at a repair shop to verify this.
9/26/2009 9:22:24 PM •
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on Sep 26, 2009
My chain saw (14 inch gas powered) would not
Modern chainsaws have the ability to run without turning the chain via the chain-brake. To set the brake the uppermost handle is pushed forward (toward the chain) and a firm snap should be heard and felt. To release the brake you pull the same handle back (towards the engine) and get the same "snap".
Concerning oil leakage: Bar/chain lube collects on the inside of the clutch cover and the sawdust mixes with it as you saw. A surprising amount of oil gets absorbed in the sawdust and later seeps back out when the saw is at rest. If the level of oil in the tank noticably drops after sitting overnight you may have a leak...otherwise it's normal.
As for a running chain that wont cut, it is common for chains to be installed backward and the unit still function perfectly (it just won't cut wood). See the proper chain orientation
here. In this photo the chain travel is from left to right.
9/26/2009 9:10:33 PM •
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on Sep 26, 2009
The chain is stuck on chain saw
Try taking the chain guide off, so you can remove
the chain. This will free the stucked up chain.
Replace the chain guide, and the chain. Hope this will solve your problem.
9/24/2009 2:33:22 AM •
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on Sep 24, 2009
I can unlock the brake from my 14
Clarification Request
Posted by dontbother10 on Sep 05, 2009
Make? Model? What is the problem after you reset the brake? Lou
Posted by Kioat on Aug 19, 2009
What dor you mean unlock the brake? when you push the brake release forward?
Posted by youdoit on Aug 10, 2009
what is your problem? you are supposed to be able to unlock it if you can tell me what is up i may be able to help
Posted by obwhon on Jun 03, 2009
I'm glad you can unlock brake. It's pretty tiring pushing saw back and forth with brake locked.
Posted by obwhon on Jun 02, 2009
Do you mean you can't unlock the brake?
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9/14/2009 8:45:03 AM •
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on Sep 14, 2009
Homelite XL-76
The fuel ratio is determined by the oil and not the machine. Not all oil
is the same. When a manufacturer recommends a fuel ratio, they are
trying to direct you to the oil that they offer for sale. Over the years 2
cycle oil has been offered in 16:1, 32:1, 40:1 and 50:1 . Unfortunately for the
user it is easy to get confused when selecting oil. It is not difficult if you
just think about it. There are two major differences in 2-cycle engines. There are water cooled and
there are air cooled engines and the oils are entirely different. Water cooled
(outboard) engines run at much lower temperatures and at much lower RPM's. It is
necessary for outboard oils to burn during the combustion cycle. In this
situation the oil turns to smoke so that the oil is not deposited in or on the
water. Air cooled engines run at a much higher temperature and must not be used
with outboard oils. In an air cooled engine the oil should leave the muffler in
liquid form. If the oil turns to smoke it is not able to lubricate the engine
and a very undesirable
carbon deposit is left behind leading to engine failure or stuck piston rings.
Since a top quality mixing oil will cost $12 or more for a six pack
(that comes out to well over $100 a gallon of oil) there is little wonder that
so many companies want a piece of that pie. Cheap oils no bargain even if it is
free. If the oil says it is for outboards, lawn mowers, string trimmers, and
chain saws, they are telling you that they know nothing about 2 cycle engines
and only want to take your money.
You should choose an oil whose brand is
that of an engine manufacturer. Obviously these companies are not in the oil
business but they want to make sure that they do not cause warranty claims from
an inferior oil. The life of you engine is dependent on choosing a good grade
of oil. You should pick an oil that you trust and that you can purchase on a
consistent basis. Unlike
gasoline, oil does not deteriorate with age. It is better to buy enough to last
you a year or two than it is to change brands every time you run out.
9/14/2009 7:18:10 AM •
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on Sep 14, 2009
Cannot pull the pull rope. Feels like motor is
PISTON COULD BE SEIZED DUE TO LOW OR NO OIL MIXTURE,ALSO IT COULD HAVE FUEL IN THE CHAMBER,FIRST REMOVE SPARK PLUG--NOW TRY TO PULL IT--HINT,STICK A SMALL SCREWDRIVER IN THE HOLE AND SEE IF THE PISTON RAISES AND LOWERS,,IF IT WILL RAISE/LOWER BY MANUALLY TURNING THE CRANKSHAFT,THEN THE PROBLEM IS IN YOUR INNER PULL ROPE ASSY.(THERE ARE DOG EARS INSIDE THAT SPIN OUT AND GRAB THE FLYWHEEL WHEN IT TURNS)
9/8/2009 3:32:05 PM •
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on Sep 08, 2009
The pull cord has come off the spindle, how do I
Remove the starter cover, rewind or wind a new cord onto the spool. Turn the spool about 2 turns against the spring, thread the pull cord through the starter cover and reinstall the pull handle.
Lou
9/5/2009 1:15:24 PM •
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on Sep 05, 2009
Do not know how to start my chain saw
First the chain should be tightened properly before starting. When you pick up on the chain midway of the bar it should pull away from the bar about 1/4". The proper mix of oil & gas in the fuel tank & Oil for the chain in the oiler tankk is needed, If so, locate the on/off switch & turn it to "on". Pull the choke lever out. Depress the throttle trigger & engage the latch for the trigger. With the saw held firmly in place, pull the starter rope until the engine hits. Then move the choke to half & pull till it cranks. move the choke lever to the run position.
8/21/2009 7:45:41 PM •
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on Aug 21, 2009
Cannoy start saw. purchased reconditioned saw this
Make sure you have spark to the plug, make sure the plug is clean and dry,squirt some starting fluid into the plug hole and put the plug back in and try it. If it fires and then quits you probably have a fuel problem
8/17/2009 1:46:18 AM •
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on Aug 17, 2009
Chain brake puzzle
Some saws are different than others but you want the chain to be free when you pull the trigger. Most have to be pulled back towards the operator to release the brake. This is here to reduce the amount of injuries due to a kick back. It can be pretty bad if one of these saws hit you when the chain is spinning. But yeah if you pull it back that should release it. Hope this helps you out. If you feel that the solution has helped then please accept and rate. Thanks cj2176.
8/7/2009 8:38:16 AM •
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on Aug 07, 2009
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