A chainsaw can be a powerful and versatile addition to your garden tool collection. Here at SGS we’ve designed three incredibly user friendly domestic chainsaws, perfect for keeping the garden in check.
We’ve put together this comprehensive video guide to help you get your new SGS chainsaw ready for lopping down unruly branches or cutting logs for an open fire. Every tool you need to get started is included in the handy SGS toolkit provided with every chainsaw we ship. This video shows you the simple assembly for first time use, fuelling and priming the saw and starting your chainsaw for the first time.
In this video we’ve use the SCS5800, but this guide will work with the SCS2600 and SCS6200. You can see our full range of chainsaws here.
What You'll Need
- A pair of tough gloves
- The tool kit provided
- The fuel mixing jug provided
- 2-stoke oil
- Unleaded petrol
Staying Safe When Using a Chainsaw
Wear strong safety footwear, snug fitting clothes and eye and hearing protection. A pair work gloves will help combat the chainsaws vibration. You can purchase a safety kit for your chainsaw here.
Never use a chainsaw if you’re unwell, tired or under the influence or medication or alcohol.
Keep your chainsaw chain sharp and the teeth even all way round the chain. You can see our chain sharpening guide here.
Mop up any fuel spillages as you go. Never use fuel around an open flame or while smoking.
Never start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a retreat path from falling trees.
Never start a chainsaw in high wind, bad weather or when visibility is low.
Only ever start a chainsaw in a well ventilated area. Exhaust fumes contain dangerous carbon monoxide, and can kill easily.
Regular Inspection
Always inspect the chain saw before each use for worn, Ioose, or damaged parts. Never operate a chainsaw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or is not completely and securely assembled. Be sure that the saw chain stops moving when the throttle control trigger is released.
We provide a list of spare for all our chainsaws and garden products, which you can find here.
Below is a timecoded transcription of the above video, for extra convenience:
00:14 -Chainsaw components location
Here's where the chainsaw components are located on the SCS5800.
00:32 - Chain brake check
Firstly, pull back on the chain brake as shown, to ensure the chain brake is not engaged.
00:43 - Next, get your Tool Kit
Contained within your tool kit is: a chain file, bump spike, wrench/multi tool, a flat head screwdriver, cross screw driver and 2 hex keys.
00:55 - Fitting bump spike
Take the tools and bump spike shown and fit as shown with the hex key.
01:58 - Removing chain cover nuts
Using the small wrench shown, undo the chain cover nuts.
02:26 - Remove chain cover
Carefully remove the chain cover and place to one side.
02:28 - Fitting guide bar
Fit as shown over the two fitted bolts.
02:42 - Chain direction
Always pay attention to the direction of the chain.
02:50 - Fitting chain
Next fit the chain as shown, around the clutch, and around the chain bar. Always wear gloves when handling the chain, it's very sharp!
03:25 - Refitting the cover/adjusting the tension
Replace the chain cover as shown, and replace nuts to finger tightness. To adjust the chain tension, use the end of the tool shown, and adjust accordingly with the chain bar tip held up slightly as shown.
06:01 - Adding fuel to the chainsaw
Carefully fill the mixing bottle with clean, unleaded fuel up to the 576.92ml line. Add two stroke oil into the mixing bottle up to the 600ml line. Replace the cap and shake the mixture vigorously. The fuel tank screw cap is located near the assembly trigger - unscrew to fill. Carefully add your mixed fuel into the fuel tank to at least 80% capacity.
06:42 - Adding chain oil to the chainsaw
Unscrew the chain oil tank as shown. Fill the chain oil tank and replace the cap tightly once complete. Always have chain oil within the chainsaw otherwise the chain and bar will seize.
07:16 - Adjusting the chain oil flow
To adjust the chain oil flow, use a flatheaded screwdriver and turn the screw located on the underside of the chainsaw, as shown. To test the flow rate accelerate the chainsaw with the nose of the chain bat near a piece of white paper, where you will see chain oil fly onto it.
07:35 - Starting the Chainsaw
Place the chainsaw on firm, even ground and place your boot through the loop shown. Turn the chainsaw on and use the choke function toggle as advised on the chainsaw for the conditions it will be started in. Pull the pull cord to start the chainsaw.
Need more advice?
As well as designing our own range of chainsaws and tools, SGS engineering works closely with various suppliers to ensure we only stock the very best air solutions. Our in house experts are always on hand for buying advice and to provide bespoke care, regardless of the application. Whether you’re just starting out on a new hobby or you have complicated commercial requirements, we’ve got the in-house experts to help.
Call SGS on 01332 576 850 or fill out our contact form today. For all the purchasing advice and support you need.
