Cub Cadet CS5720 manual

Professional Landscaping Tools CS5720 20” CHAIN SA W IMPOR T ANT : READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULL Y DO NOT THROW A W A Y[...]

2 T able of Contents Content Page Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . .[...]

3 • Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit. • Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. •O nly responsible individuals who are familiar with the instructions may operate the chain saw (no one under the age of 16). Provide parental supervi[...]

4 Kickback Safety Precautions KICKBACK may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning-fast r everse r eaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator . Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide[...]

5 Safety (continued) • Use caution when handling fuel. Move the chain saw at lest 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling point before starting the engine. • Do not allow other persons to be near the chain saw when starting or cutting with the chain saw. Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area. • Do not remove, damage or de-activate any of th[...]

6 SYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. • WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders. • [...]

7 Chain Saw Components 1 - Choke lever 2 - Throttle trigger 3 - Throttle trigger lockout 4 - Half throttle lock 5 - Carburetor adjustment screws 6 - Inertial brake lever 7 - Exhaust muffler 8 - Chain 9 - Guide bar 10 - Air filter cover 11 - On/off switch 12 - Fuel tank cap 13 - Starter handle 14 - Oil tank cap 15 - Primer bulb 16 - Decompression va[...]

8 Check the chain tension frequently when operating the chain saw . Always use protective gloves. Fitting the Bar & Chain Section 3 1 2 3 4 With the engine off, follow the ensuing instructions: • Pull the guard (Fig. 1) towards the front handle to check that the chain brake is not on. • Remove the bar nuts (A) and the chain cover (B, Fig. 2[...]

9 8 6 5 7 • Pay attention to the direction of rotation of the chain (Fig. 6). • Fit the chain cover and the relative nuts without tightening them. • Tension the chain by means of the tensioning screw (L, Fig. 5). • Hold the tip of the guide bar up and tighten the chain cover nuts securely (Fig. 7). The chain should be taut but turn freely b[...]

10 Oil and Fuel Section 4 10 11 Never use waste oil. Always use biodegradable lubricant (part number em-1108014) which is specific for bar and chain and also respectful towards natur e and the chain saw's parts. T wo-stroke engines have high specific horsepower and we therefor e r ecommend the use of well- known, super gasoline, without lead a[...]

11 Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area. A void accidental starting. Make sur e you ar e in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 13). T o avoid serious injury , the operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Operation Section[...]

12 Operation (continued) 16 15 17 STOPPING THE ENGINE Release the throttle lever and let the engine return to idle. (B, Fig. 15). Turn off the engine, putting the ON/OFF switch (A) in the STOP position. Do not put the chain saw on the ground when the chain is still moving. BREAKING-IN THE CHAIN New chains will stretch and must be tightened frequent[...]

13 Carburetor Adjustment Section 6 CARBURETOR Before adjusting the carburetor, clean the starter cover (Fig. 18), the air filter (Fig. 19) and warm up the engine. This engine is designed and manufactured in order to comply with the applicable Exhaust Emission Standards. The Exhaust Emission Control System includes the ignition system, the air inlet[...]

14 21 22 23 Kickback Section 7 PRECAUTIONS AGAINST KICKBACK Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious injury. Do not rely only on the safety devices provided with your saw. As a chain saw user, you must take special safety precautions to help keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury. KICKBACK WARNINGS Refer to Figures 21,[...]

26 28 25 27 INERTIAL CHAIN BRAKE The inertial chain brake ensures maximum safety when using the chain saw. It protects the operator from dangerous kickback which can occur during working phases. The chain brake can be actuated in two ways. First, when the operator presses the lever (Fig. 25) (manual operation) the chain consequently and instantly l[...]

16 29 30 Cutting T echniques (F elling, Limbing Bucking) Section 9 31 32 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Always follow the safety precautions. The chain saw must only be used for cutting wood. It is forbidden to cut other types of material. Vibrations and kickback vary with differ ent materials; the safety requir ements and r egulations would not be r espe[...]

17 Now, make your felling cut on the opposite side of the trunk. Start the cut about 4-5 cm (2”) higher than the center of the notch (3 - Fig. 30). Always leave a hinge (A, Fig. 31 and 32) which allows you to control the direction the tree falls in. Put a wedge into the felling cut, before the tree starts to move, to prevent the chain saw guide b[...]

18 37 38 Maintenance Section 10 39 Always wear protective gloves and eye pr otection during maintenance operations. Do not carry out maintenance when the engine is hot. CHAIN SHARPENING The pitch of the chain (Fig. 37) is .325”x.058” or 3/8”x.058”. Sharpen the chain using protective gloves and a round file of Ø 4.8 mm (3/16”) or Ø 5.5 m[...]

19 Maintenance (continued) 40 41 42 43 GUIDE BAR The guide bar has a sprocket at its base that must be lubricated with grease using a lubrication syringe (Fig. 40). Reverse the guide bar every 8 working hours to ensure uniform wear. Keep the bar groove and lubrication hole clean using the bar groove cleaner (Fig. 41). Check the bar rails frequently[...]

20 46 47 49 48 FUEL FIL TER Check the fuel filter periodically. Replace it if it is too dirty (Fig. 45). OIL PUMP (automatic / adjustable) Flow adjustment is pre-set by the manufacturer. Oil flow can be adjusted by the operator according to specific requirements. This is accomplished by the special adjusting screw (Fig. 46). Oil flow occurs only wh[...]

21 51 50 Maintenance (continued) 52 53 CHAIN BRAKE Always wear safety glasses when performing maintenance on your saw . If the chain brake does not work properly, remove the bar clamp (chain cover) to inspect. Clean brake mechanism and related parts, removing woodchips, dust, excessive oil and foreign material. Use a brush or low volume compressed [...]

22 ENGINE* *All specifications are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Engine Type.......................................................................................................................................... Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle Displ[...]

23 EP A Emission Control W arranty Statement Y our W arranty Rights and Obligations The Environmental Protection Agency and Cub Cadet LLC (Cub Cadet) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2002 and later small off-road engine. New small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog st[...]

MANUF ACTURER’S LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR: No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given by [...]