Tanaka TCS 40EA Handling Instructions Manual - page 8

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Type of guide bar

File guide angle

Depth gauge setting

File

Side plate 

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 ling angle

Depth gauge

Top plate angle

NOTE:  

Noise level/vibration levels are calculated as the time-weighted energy total for noise/vibration levels under various 

working conditions with the following time distribution: 

*

1

: 1/3 idle, 1/3 full, 1/3 racing speed.

*

2

: 1/2 full, 1/2 racing speed.

WHAT IS WHAT? (Fig. 1)

A:  Throttle lever: Device activated by the operator

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 nger, 

for controlling the engine speed. 

B: Throttle lever lockout: Device that prevents the 

accidental operation of the throttle lever until manually 

released. 

C:  Stop switch: Device for allowing the engine to be started 

or stopped. 

D:  Oil tank cap: For closing the oil tank. 

E:  Recoil starter: Pull handle to start the engine. 

F:  Front handle: Support handle located at or towards the 

front of the engine housing. 

G:  Fuel tank cap: For closing the fuel tank. 

H:  Rear handle: Support handle located at or towards the 

rear of the engine housing.

I:  Choke lever: Device for enriching the fuel/air mixture in 

the carburetor, to aid starting. 

J:  Priming pump: Device for supplying extra fuel, to aid 

starting. 

K:  Guide bar: The part that supports and guides the saw 

chain. 

L:  Saw chain: Chain, serving as a cutting tool. 

M:  Chain brake (Front hand guard): Device for stopping or 

locking the chain. 

N:  Chain catcher: Device for restraining the saw chain. 

O: Air 

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 lter cover: Cover for air 

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 lter and carburetor.

P:  Side case: Protective cover to the guide bar, saw chain, 

clutch and sprocket when the chain saw is in use.

Q: Tension adjustment bolt: Device, often acting on the 

guide bar, for adjusting the saw chain tension.

R: Mu

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  er: Reduces engine exhaust noise and directs the 

exhaust gases.

S: Anti-vibration spring: Reduce the transmission of 

vibrations to the operator's hands.

T:  Chain bar clamp nut: Secures the side case and the 

guide bar.

U:  Spiked bumper: Device for acting as a pivot when in 

contact with a tree or log. 

V:  Guide bar cover: Device for covering the guide bar and 

saw chain when the unit is not being used. 

W:  Combi box spanner: The tool for removing or installing a 

spark plug and tensioning the saw chain. 

X:  Handling instructions: Included with unit. Read before 

operation and keep for future reference to learn proper, 

safe techniques.

WARNINGS AND SAFETY 

INSTRUCTIONS

Pay special attention to statements preceded by the 

following words:

WARNING

Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or 

loss of life, if instructions are not followed.

CAUTION

  Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment 

damage, if instructions are not followed.

NOTE

Helpful information for correct function and use.

Operator safety

○

  Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.

○

  Gloves should be used when sharpening chain.

○

 Always wear safety protective equipment such as 

jacket, trousers, gloves, helmet, boots with steel toe-

caps and non-slip soles, and eye, ear and leg protection 

equipment whenever you use a chain saw. For working 

in trees the safety boots must be suitable for climbing 

techniques. Ask Tanaka dealer for help in choosing the 

right equipment. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, 

short pants, sandals or go barefoot.

Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.

○

  Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill or under 

the in

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 uence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

○

  Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the 

machine.

○

 Wear hearing protection. Pay attention to your 

surroundings.

  Be aware of any bystanders who may be signaling a 

problem.

Remove safety equipment immediately upon shutting o

ff

engine.

○

  Wear head protection.

○

  Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or 

building.

Breathing exhaust fumes can be fatal.

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  For respiratory protection, wear a protection mask while 

emitting the chain oil mist and dust from sawdust.

○

  Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

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  Keep hands away from cutting equipment.

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  Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting equipment.

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 When the unit is shut o

ff

 , make sure the cutting 

attachment has stopped before the unit is set down.

○

  When operation is prolonged, take a break periodically 

so that you may avoid possible Hand-Arm Vibration 

Syndrome (HAVS) which is caused by vibration.

○

  National regulation can restrict the use of machine.

○

  The operator must obey the local regulations of cutting 

area.

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