20 Most Recent Homelite ZR10926 16 Chain Saw - Page 5 Questions & Answers

This should run well with 40:1 ratio using modern synthetic saw oils only. Always premix the fuel and oil in a can before adding to the saw, then agitate the saw to mix the old with the new. Hope this helps!

Hello Vic;
Start with “L” & “H” needle valves 1.5 CCW from lightly seated, then adjust for performance as follows.
Carburetor Adjustment by Madsens.com
http://www.madsens1.com/saw%20carb%20tune.htm

• CW is leaner; to lean will destroy the saw. If over tightened closed (CW) the adjustment screw faces are easily marred; marred adjustments are difficult to impossible to set properly.
• Clean the air filter; adjusting with a dirty filter can cause a run lean condition once cleaned and the saw run.
• Clean the spark arrestor and muffler; if the saw cannot exhale it cannot inhale.
• There are 2 wav (sound - idle & full - may not be highlighted) files that I find most helpful, I think you will too.

I am going to inject a little philosophy here. Undetected air leaks and defective fuel delivery systems account for most chainsaw failures. Constant adjustment of needle valves can easily camouflage more serious problems that result in burning up your saw. A sudden need for an adjustment may be indicative of a larger problem.

I searched for an OM with no good luck. Please contact them here:
Homelite.com (Contact Us)
https://register.homelite.com/contact_us/new
Ask they create an on line location where OMs can be found and down loaded please.

If you have more questions or need additional help please reply below and I will get back to you. HTH & Good Luck.
Lou
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Go to: http://hcpi.arinet.com/scripts/EmpartISAPI.dll?MF&app=HNL531&...
This gets you to drawings and part numbers of the entire saw. Also, for an excellent article on the Walbro carburetor, go to: http://www.drystacked.com Hope this helps!

Before adjusting the jet screws to fix something caused by other factors, look for a clogged fuel filter, air cleaner, or muffler. Check the condition of the fuel lines and the fasteners on the carburetor. Make sure the primer button is soft and not cracked. These saws use a Walbro brand carburetor and an excellent article on troubles and repair can be found at: http://www.drystacked.com The pictures are out of focus and he neglects the pumper chamber action, but the theory is very helpful--especially the position of the lower chamber gasket/diaphragm. Hope this helps!

Check the fuel filter, air cleaner, and muffler for plugging. Does the engine have fresh fuel mix? The idle speed screw may need to be adjusted CCW somewhat until the chain ceases to move at idle. Have the H and L jet screws been adjusted? If so, turn both screws CW to stops (lightly), then both turned CCW 1-1/2 turns each. Start the engine and allow to warm up. Open the throttle and turn H CW until the engine speeds up, yet continues to 4-stroke. Proper setting is when the engine 4-strokes, yet immediately 2-strokes when cutting. Let idle, and adjust L until the engine runs fairly smoothly, but will allow the engine to 'follow the throttle'. Hope this helps!

Not that i know of, take the cover off and rewind by hand, use greese on the coil and pull the rope in and out, if the rope doesnt recoil you are going to need a new pull start assembly

Oil Mix Ratio:
Dolmar, Echo, Efco, Homelite, Husqvarna, Jonsered, Makita, Oleo-Mac, Red Max, Ryobi, Shindaiwa, Solo, Stihl & Tanaka; all recommend 50:1.
McCulloch & Poulan; recommend 40:1.
Chinese chainsaws recommend 25:1.

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Lou
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Use CHAIN oil. Any oil will do but chain oil is thicker and sticky and will stay on the chain much longer. The price is much the same. Stephen.

Search eBay for Walbro carburetor.

Homelite/Ryobi.com (authorized parts supplier)
https://www.gardnerinc.com/recons/disclaimer-lg.php - Agree; Choose “Product Line”; “Select OEM” & “Select Catalog” both to “Homelite Consumer Products”. A drop down list appears; self explanatory from here.
The numbers Homelite & Ryobi use do not match the numbers everyone posts. A careful inspection of your saw should find something that matches.

I could have been a little more specific had you provided a model number. This is like asking what spark plug do I put in a Ford, a year and model are most helpful.

If you have more questions or need additional help please reply below and I will get back to you. Thank you for using FixYa and Good Luck. HTH
Lou

Read this:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4146814-chainsaw_chain_installation
It is in there. It should also be in your OM and better tailored to your saw.

If you have more questions or need additional help please reply below and I will get back to you. Thank you for using FixYa and Good Luck. HTH
Lou

You are very welcome. Thank you for the reply. There should be something in your OM. Always a good idea to read it through at least once.

According to Lou. I think pretty good.
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4146814-chainsaw_chain_installation

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Lou

If you are asking about chain lubrication we use "Bar and Chain" oil (SAE30 with additives to make it adhere).
If your question is the fuel/oil ratio, it is 50:1 - 4 liters of premium fuel to 80 milliliters of quality 2-cycle oil.
If the saw is not oiling the bar and chain please reply below with model number (UT-something) below. Vso srečo.

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Lou

Might it be beneficial to include a model number where the answerer cannot see the item in question? The embedded numbers (heading) are often someone elses best guess.

Start Procedure
Cold:

1. Ignition on/off to on.
2. Set compression release – optional step even if saw is equipped with a compression release.
3. Pull (close) choke, set fast idle (done when choke closed on some saws); pull starter and listen for an attempt to start. once heard (usually two pulls; no more than 4).
4. Set compression release – optional step even if saw is equipped with a compression release.
5. Push (open) choke pull starter until it starts. (usually first pull).

Warm:

1. Ignition on/off to on.
2. Set compression release – optional step even if saw is equipped with a compression release.
3. Pull (close) choke, set fast idle (done when choke closed on some saws) – Do not pull with choke closed.
4. Push (open) choke, pull starter until it starts. (usually first pull).

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Lou

Hello Jimmy;
On an electric I cannot visualize anything getting hot enough to burn oli except the bar and chain. I am hesitant to get 2 deep into any repair, I fear it may be used to negate your warrenty. Try The first part of this and reply (below) about oil seepage with bar removed please. Is the model number a ZR10926?
Oil System Plugged:

1. Remove the clutch cover, bar, and chain, clean the bar groove, any holes and passages on the rear of the bar (both sides, consider rotating the bar), if equipped with a sprocket nose ensure it rotates easily at least one complete revolution. Clean the saw oiler hole and channel. Insert a blunted, hooked piece of wire through the oil filler hole and pull the hose in the oil tank out. Pay attention to the screen or filter on the free end (clean or replace, difficult to determine serviceability). Start the saw and see if it oils when revved up (oozes down side of saw). If yes reassemble your saw. If no, continue with 2.
2. Work your way through the linkage (use IPL to identify components and locations) cleaning and replacing any defective parts as you go. Carefully check the hoses for cracks especially at bends and connections. If equipped with an oil pump it is usually behind the clutch (clutch is a left handed thread). Please make extensive notes & some digital pictures will help during reassembly.

Reply below with the result of 1.
Please see your manual for bar and chain installation.
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4146814-chainsaw_chain_installation

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Lou

Make certain the chain brake is NOT engaged before removing the clutch cover. It usually creates burrs when the chain comes off at speed.
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4146814-chainsaw_chain_installation

There should be an installation procedure in your OM. Did you consult it?

If you have more questions or need additional help please reply below and I will get back to you. Thank you for using FixYa and Good Luck. HTH
Lou

No response to CR.

eBay. Walbro tools.
Lou

carb adjustment,hi circuit,bring it to max rpms then richen hi idle side til saw loses a small amount of rpm.This and a tad richer mix ratio will ensure a longer saw life.Use itasca as a chain oiler,never motor oil.

You can find an IPL (exploded parts list) here:
Homelite/Ryobi.com (authorized parts supplier)
https://www.gardnerinc.com/recons/disclaimer-lg.php - Agree; Choose “Product Line”; “Select OEM” & “Select Catalog” both to “Homelite Consumer Products”. A drop down list appears; self explanatory from here.
The numbers Homelite & Ryobi use do not match the numbers everyone posts. A careful inspection of your saw should find something that matches.

Detail is usually sketchy. I found nothing that matched the numbers you posted. Good Luck
Lou