Cub Cadet CS5220 - Manual

6 SYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning, orcaution. May be used in conjunctionwith other symbols or pictographs. • WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read the Operator’s Manual(s) andfollow all warnings and safetyinstructions. Failure to do so canresult in serious injury to th...

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

8 Check the chain tension frequently when operatingthe 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 tocheck that the chain brake is not on. • Remove the ...

10 Oil and Fuel Section 4 10 11 Never use waste oil. Always use biodegradablelubricant (part number em-1108014) which isspecific for bar and chain and also respectfultowards nature and the chain saw's parts. Two-stroke engines have high specific horsepowerand we therefore recommend the use of well-k...

11 Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated outdoorarea. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can belethal in a confined area. Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in thestarting position when pulling the starter rope(Fig. 13). To avoid serious injury, the operator andunit must be in a stable po...

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 tocomply with the applicable Exhaust Emission Standards.The Exhaust Emission Control Sys...

14 21 22 23 Kickback Section 7 PRECAUTIONS AGAINST KICKBACK Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to seriousinjury. Do not rely only on the safety devices providedwith your saw. As a chain saw user, you must takespecial safety precautions to help keep your cutting jobsfree from accident or ...

26 28 25 27 INERTIAL CHAIN BRAKE The inertial chain brake ensures maximum safety when usingthe chain saw. It protects the operator from dangerouskickback which can occur during working phases. The chain brake can be actuated in two ways. First,when the operator presses the lever (Fig. 25) (manualope...

16 29 30 Cutting Techniques (Felling, Limbing Bucking) Section 9 31 32 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Always follow the safety precautions. The chainsaw must only be used for cutting wood. It isforbidden to cut other types of material. Vibrationsand kickback vary with different materials; thesafety requirem...

18 37 38 Maintenance Section 10 39 Always wear protective gloves and eye protectionduring maintenance operations. Do not carry outmaintenance when the engine is hot. CHAIN SHARPENING The pitch of the chain (Fig. 37) is .325”x.058”. Sharpen the chain using protective gloves and a roundfile of Ø 4.8 m...

20 46 47 49 FUEL FILTER 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 flowcan be adjusted by the operator according to specificrequirements. This is accomplished by the specialadjustin...

22 ENGINE* *All specifications are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right tomake changes at any time without notice. Engine Type......................................................................................................................

23 EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty 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, bui...

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: No implied warranty, including any implied warranty ofmerchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,applies after the applicable period of express writtenwarranty above as to the parts as identified. No otherexpress warranty or guaranty, whether written or ...