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Homelite Consumer Products 9.0 Amp, 14 In. Chainsaw - Page 5 Questions & Answers
Will not start
That seems to imply that the check valves in the primer pump and in the fuel pump section of the carburetor are bad or the air pressure just forced by the valves. The line without the filter is the tank return line from the primer pump. The primer pump is supposed to pull fuel from the fuel filter into the carburetor flooding all spaces within it it, then passing out to the primer pump and from there, back into the tank. Does the primer bulb fill with fuel after several pumps? The first try may take longer because you forced all of the fuel out of the carburetor with the air pressure. Make sure all of the carburetor fasteners are tight. It's possible that you have injured the diaphragm in the carburetor lower chamber when you blew air into the line. Go to: www.drystacked.com for a 12 page article on Walbro carburetor theory and troubleshooting. Make sure the spark plug gap is set at 0.020". Hope some of this helps!
7/4/2010 8:40:32 PM •
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on Jul 04, 2010
Need instructions on how to replace a chain on Homelite chainsaw
Remove the drive end side cover after releasing the chain brake if it exists and removing the mounting nuts. The bar should slide back and allow the old chain to be removed. Take out the bar and clean it's oil passages including the two small channels that go out to the chain groove. Clean the entire chain groove. Clean the motor case side where the bar fits to. Run the motor for a few moments to see if oil oozes out of the side port. If ok, reinstall the bar and push back. Thread the new chain over the sprocket, then work it over the bar making sure the bottom run of chain cuts toward you. Pull the bar outward. Replace the cleaned cover making sure the adjustment tang drops into one of the large holes in the bar--you may have to back out the adjustment screw several turns. Replace the mounting nuts finger tight and adjust the chain until it pulls the lower run of chain up to the bar, yet you can still pull the chain by hand. Tighten the bar nuts firmly and recheck the chain tension. Check for proper oiling by running the saw tip near cardboard for several moments--it should leave a thin line of oil on the cardboard. Hope this helps!
6/19/2010 7:18:53 PM •
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on Jun 19, 2010
Can i download a manual for the homelite 33cc
Release the chain brake. Back off the chain adjustment screw several turns and remove the two large cover nuts. Remove the drive cover, then pull the bar back toward you. This will allow the old chain to be removed. Remove the bar and clean the entire area where the bar mounted. Check the outside edges of the chain groove area for any flaring out of the bar metal due to wear. Use a flat file to cut off this flaring edge (at about 45 degrees) so that nothing projects beyond the bar vertical surface on both sides. Turn the bar upside down to even the wear in the chain groove. Clean the oil holes in the bar end including the small channels that bring oil from large holes out to the chain groove on each side and clean the entire chain groove. Insert the bar, then feed the new chain with the teeth on the lower run cutting toward you, onto the sprocket, then work it over the entire bar and pull the bar out as far as it will go. Install the cover (which has been cleaned too) and run the nuts on finger tight (make sure the adjustment tang dropped into a large hole at the bar rear). Turn the adjustment screw CW until the chain ceases to droop from the lower bar, but the chain can still be pulled by hand. Tighten the large nuts firmly and recheck chain tension--if ok, start the engine and hold the bar tip near a piece of cardboard while the engine runs at speed for several moments--you should get a thin line of oil thrown off onto the cardboard. Hope this helps!
6/11/2010 10:05:40 PM •
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on Jun 11, 2010
Correct mix of gas and oil for Chain Saw
The ratio is 40:1, provided this is a gasoline homelite chainsaw. Find the suitable amount to put into the gas can at a ratio of 3.2 oz per gallon. The bottles that you buy the oil in have marks on them telling you how much there is, and often times, are sized to dump into a preset amount of gas. Put the oil in the can, then put the gas in the can, cap, and shake. Always shake before dispensing.
6/5/2010 5:00:08 AM •
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on Jun 05, 2010
Gas oil mixture
The header says that it is an electric saw which would only require bar oil. A 2-stroke gas engine, however, does require fuel mixed with a modern saw oil at 40:1 ratio plus bar/chain oil in it's own tank as well. Always premix the fuel and oil in a separate can and shake well even before filling the saw. Hope this helps!
5/24/2010 8:42:51 PM •
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on May 24, 2010
What kind of oil do i use for the McCulloch EM300s
An electric saw only needs to lubricate the bar and chain. Most home centers and hardwares sell "Bar and Chain" oil. Most are 30 weight non-detergent with some additives to help it adhere. Use whatever is the least expensive.
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Lou
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5/24/2010 7:31:46 PM •
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on May 24, 2010
Homelite d2850b chainsaw air-fuel adjustments
If the fuel tank was completely full, I would expect fuel leakage from the tank vent--don't make a practice of overfilling. Give it a little breathing room for expansion. Check the air cleaner and muffler for plugging. White and red adjustments mean nothing to a color blind person. There should be an 'H' and 'L' cast into the plastic surface or on the carburetor body itself near the adjustments. Turn both screws CW to stops (lightly) and then back out each 1-1/2 turns CCW. Start the engine and allow to warm up. Pull the throttle full on, and adjust H CW until the engine starts to speed up but still 4-stroking. Proper adjustment is when the engine 4-strokes, but immediately 2-strokes when cutting. Release the throttle and adjust L CW until the engine runs fairly well, but allows the engine to 'follow the throttle'. Set the idle speed screw so that the chain stops turning, but the engine continues to run. Hope this helps!
5/13/2010 9:32:06 PM •
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on May 13, 2010
Bought a new UT10520 in 46cc Homelite Chain saw
You should have taken advantage of the warranty when you first noticed the problem. Go to: http://www.drystacked.com for an excellent 12 page article on Walbro carburetors--theory and troubleshooting. Note carefully, the caution about the lower chamber gasket and diaphragm positions. Hot running engines imply very lean fuel conditions. Hopefully, you haven't damaged the inner cylinder liner/piston/rings due to excess heat and lack of lubrication. At 50:1 fuel ratio, there isn't much lubrication to spare. Make sure the carburetor fasteners are tight and no plugging of the fuel filter. The head and cylinder are one casting--no head gasket. Try turning both jet screws CW to the stops (lightly), then back out each CCW 1-1/2 turns. This is a basic setting and the engine should start and run. Allow to warm up, then pull the throttle full on--adjust H needle CW until the engine speeds up, but continues to 4-stroke. Proper adjustment is when the engine 4-strokes, but immediately 2-strokes when cutting. This produces the most power and least heat. Allow to idle and adjust L CW until the engine runs fairly well, but allows the engine to 'follow the throttle'. Adjust the idle speed screw to stop the chain from turning, but keeps the engine running. Hope this helps!
5/13/2010 9:00:21 PM •
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on May 13, 2010
How to remove plastic limiter cap on (H) carburetor adjustment
If plastic cap is present, it should just pop off with a thin sharp hook. Look carefully at the screw heads--they may be 'D' heads which require a special screwdriver and are supposed to keep owners from moving the screws (thank the EPA for these). Only authorized saw servicing dealers have access to these tools and therefore are the only folks allowed to adjust these saws. Being nonconformist, I made my own by drilling the center of a 1/4" rod, sawed off one side somewhat and welded a flat across the cut. Hope this helps!
5/11/2010 8:28:51 PM •
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on May 11, 2010
Homelite Super XL running very hot. Is this the carburator?
Hot running saws are either in need of cleaning the engine and inner case of accumulated sawdust and dirt with compressed air, or the engine is running lean which will result in severe engine damage if allowed to continue. Check the air cleaner, fuel filter, and muffler for any plugging. Check the fuel lines for decay of any kind. Make sure the chain is being properly lubricated and sharpened. Check the carburetor fasteners for tightness including those mounting it to the engine. Remove the spark plug and look for a light to medium tan color on the inner insulator. If burning white, it is not getting enough fuel. Have the two jet screws been adjusted? If so, turn both screws to CW stops (lightly), then back out each CCW 1-1/2 turns. This is a basic setting and the engine should start and run. Allow to warm up, then pull the throttle full on. Adjust H CW until the engine starts to speed up, but continues to 4-stroke. Proper adjustment is 4-stroking at speed, but immediately 2-strokes when cutting. This produces best power and least heat. Allow to idle and adjust L CW until the engine runs fairly well, yet allows the engine to 'follow the throttle'. Adjust idle speed screw so that the chain stops turning , but the engine continues to run. Check chain oiling by holding the bar tip near a piece of cardboard and run the engine fast for couple of moments--the chain should throw off a thin line of oil. Hope some of this helps!
5/11/2010 8:18:47 PM •
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on May 11, 2010
My homelite chainsaw model# ut10520 has aoil leak
I input your model number and found 3 possible matches, "42cc/46cc Chain Saw UT-10520; SUPER 2 Chain Saw UT-10520 or SUPER 2 Chain Saw UT-10520-A".
I opened the first "Ref # 3" on "Figure A" I suspect is what you say is leaking. It is very inexpensive and available. I would order one and inspect it once recieved to determine an installation method. It does not appear overly difficult without the part in hand. Good Luck.
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.
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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5/7/2010 12:10:13 PM •
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on May 07, 2010
Lost OM, starting question - Homelite 10655 chain saw
The compression release should be a metal button that projects from the cylinder head and extends out from the cylinder cover so that it can be depressed before starting. There should be an immediate lessening of compression when pushed. If no such result, the release mechanism should be removed and cleaned, or replaced. Proper starting is to pump the primer button several times to fill the bulb with fuel, then set the choke closed, the ignition on and set the fast idle on the throttle. Pull the engine through several times until it pops, then release the choke part way, and try to start. Don't pull the throttle during this as it will release the fast idle setting. Once the engine fires, the compression release should self-reset for maximum compression. Hope this makes sense and helps!
4/29/2010 9:15:02 PM •
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on Apr 29, 2010
Port in front for oil and the back is for gas and mixture
Hello Andre;
I think you are saying you put oil/fuel mix in the oil tank and bar oil in the fuel tank; discovered your mistake drained both tanks and refilled with the correct fluids. Now the saw runs but smokes excessively. I think it will do no lasting harm. After you have run a few tanks of the correct mix (50:1) through the saw. Remove and clean the muffler and spark arrestor, reinstall them. Inspect your plug if any evidence of fouling replace it. I think you will be cutting with this saw for years.
Yes the additional smoke is caused by a very oil rich mixture and should abate with each fresh tank of fuel. If the chain is not moving ensure the chain brake is not engaged.
If you have more questions or need additional help please reply below and I will get back to you. Good Luck. HTH
Lou
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4/23/2010 7:39:08 PM •
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on Apr 23, 2010
Hello, I have came upon a Homelite Super2 chainsaw
Check the fuel filter for plugging, the fuel lines for hardness/cracks/splitting, and the air filter for plugging. Check the muffler for plugging as well. If still reluctant, dismantle the carburetor, clean, and re-kit. The lower diaphragm is prone to harden and crack. Good luck!
4/22/2010 6:07:02 AM •
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on Apr 22, 2010
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