GGP Italy SPA Chainsaw P360 171501052/0 Instructions Manual

							fino all’arresto, in modo da consumare tutto il
carburante rimasto nel carburatore.
–Lasciare raffreddare il motore e smontare la
candela.
–Versare nel foro della candela un cucchiaino
d’olio (nuovo) per motori a 2 tempi.
–Tirare diverse volte la manopola di avviamen-
to per distribuire l’olio nel cilindro.
–Rimontare la candela con il pistone al punto
morto superiore (visibile dal foro della candela
quando il pistone è alla sua corsa massima).•Ripresa dell’attività
Al momento di rimettere in funzione la macchina:
–Togliere la candela.
–Azionare alcune volte la manopola di avvia-
mento per eliminare gli eccessi d’olio.
–Controllare la candela come descritto nel
capitolo “Controllo della candela”.
–Predisporre la macchina come indicato nel
capitolo “Preparazione al lavoro”.
MANUTENZIONE E CONSERVAZIONE / LOCALIZZAZIONE GUASTI15IT
9. LOCALIZZAZIONE GUASTI
1)Il motore non si
avvia o non si man-
tiene in moto
2)Il motore si avvia
ma ha poca potenza
3)Il motore ha un
funzionamento irre-
golare o non ha
potenza sotto carico
4)Il motore ha una
fumosità eccessiva–Procedura di avviamento non corret-
ta
–Candela sporca o distanza fra gli
elettrodi non corretta
–Filtro aria otturato
–Problemi di carburazione
–Filtro aria otturato
–Problemi di carburazione
–Candela sporca o distanza fra gli
elettrodi non corretta
–Problemi di carburazione
–Errata composizione della miscela
–Problemi di carburazione–Seguire le istruzioni (vedi cap. 6)
–Controllare la candela (vedi cap. 8)
–Pulire e/o sostituire il filtro  (vedi
cap. 8)
–Contattare il vostro Rivenditore
–Pulire e/o sostituire il filtro  (vedi
cap. 8)
–Contattare il vostro Rivenditore
–Controllare la candela (vedi cap. 8)
–Contattare il vostro Rivenditore
–Preparare la miscela secondo le
istruzioni (vedi cap. 5)
–Contattare il vostro Rivenditore
INCONVENIENTE CAUSA PROBABILE RIMEDIO 
						

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							ENINTRODUCTION1
Dear Customer,
thank you for choosing one of our products. We hope that you will be completely satisfied with this
machine and that it fully meets your expectations. This manual has been compiled in order to provide
you with all the information you need to get acquainted with the machine and use it safely and effi-
ciently. Don’t forget that it is an integral part of the machine, so keep it handy so that it can be con-
sulted when necessary, and pass it on to a further user if you resell or loan the machine.
Your new machine has been designed and manufactured in pursuance with current regulations, and is
safe and reliable if used in compliance with the instructions provided in this manual (proper use). Using
the machine in any other way, or non-compliance with the safety specifications relative to use, main-
tenance and repair is considered improper use which will invalidate the warranty, relieve the manu-
facturer from all liabilities, and the user will consequently be liable for all and any damage or injury to
himself or others.
Since improvements are periodically made to our products, you may find slight differences between
your machine and the descriptions contained in this manual. Certain modifications can be made to the
machine without prior warning and without the obligation to update the manual, although the essen-
tial safety and function characteristics will remain unaltered. In case of any doubts, please contact your
dealer. And now enjoy your work!
CONTENTS
1.
Identification of the main components ........................................ 22.Symbols........................................................................................ 33.Safety requirements ..................................................................... 44.Machine assembly........................................................................ 65.Preparing to work ......................................................................... 76.How to start - Use – Stop the engine .......................................... 87.Using the machine ..................................................................... 108.Maintenance and storage........................................................... 129.Identification of faults ................................................................. 15 
						

							EN
MAIN COMPONENTS
1. Power unit
2. Spiked bumper
3. Front hand guard
4. Front handgrip
5. Rear handgrip
6. Chain catcher
7. Bar
8. Chain
9. Bar cover  
10. Identification plate
CONTROLS AND REFUELLING 
11. Engine stop switch
12. Throttle trigger
13. Throttle trigger lockout
14. Starter
15. Choke (if present)
16. Primer (if present)
17. Decompression valve (if present)
21. Fuel tank cap
22. Chain oil tank cap 2
IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS
1. IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS
IDENTIFICATION PLATE 
10.1) Conformity marking in accordance with
Directive 98/37/EC
10.2) Name and address of the manufacturer
10.3) Acoustic output level LWA in accordance
with directive 2000/14/EC
10.4) Manufacturer’s model of reference
10.5) Machine model
10.6) Serial number
10.7)  Year of manufacture10.1
LWA
dB
10.2
10.610.410.510.7
10.3
P 45(x) - P 46(x)
P 50(x) - P 51(x)
P 36(x) - P 37(x)
P 39(x) - P 41(x) P 43(x) - P 44(x)
P 47(x) - P 48(x)
1513
222111121416
1513
212211121714
1513
221612111421
1
2
8
34
5
6
79
10
5 
						

							EN
1)Warning! Danger. The failure to use this
machine correctly can be hazardous for oneself
and others.
2)Beware of kickback! Kickback is the rapid
and uncontrollable backward motion of the
chain-saw in the direction of the operator.
Always work in complete safety. Use chains with
safety links that limit kickback.  
3)Never hold the machine with one hand! Hold
the machine fast with both hands to control the
machine and reduce the risk of kickback.
11)Fuel tank
12)Chain oil tank and oil flow adjuster
13)Carburettor adjustments
L= low speed mixture adjuster
H= high speed mixture adjuster
T - IDLE - MIN  = idle speed adjuster
14)Choke
15)Primer
16)Chain brake (the white arrow shows the
direction in which the brake is released)
17)Direction in which the chain is mounted.
4)Read the instruction manual before using the
machine.
5)If you are using the machine every day in nor-
mal conditions, you can be exposed to a noise
level of 85 dB (A) or higher. Wear earmuffs or
earplugs and a protective helmet.
6)Wear gloves and protective footwear!
SYMBOLS3
EXPLANATORY SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE (if present)
2. SYMBOLS
5
123
46
11
12
13
14
15
16
17 
						

							EN
A) TRAINING
1)Read the instructions carefully.Become
acquainted with the controls and the proper use
of the machine. Learn how to stop the engine
quickly.
2) Only use the machine for the purpose for
which it was designed, that is for 
“felling, buck-
ing and delimbing trees with dimensions suit-
able for the length of the bar”
or wooden
objects with the same characteristics. Any other
use may be dangerous and damage the
machine.
3) Never allow children or persons unfamiliar
with these instructions to use the machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
4) The machine must never be used by more
than one person.
5)
Never use the machine:–when people, especially children or pets are in
the vicinity;
–f the user is tired or unwell, or has taken med-
icine, drugs, alcohol or any substances which
may slow his reflexes and compromise his
judgement;
–if the user is not capable of holding the
machine firmly with two hands and/or remain-
ing standing on the ground whilst working.
6) Remember that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
B) PREPARATION
1)Always wear adequate clothing which
does not hamper movements when using the
machine.
–Always wear slim-fitting protective clothing,
fitted with shear-proof protection devices.
–Always wear a helmet, protective gloves, eye-
goggles, a half-mask respirator and safety
anti-shear boots with non-slip soles.  
–Always wear ear and hearing protection
devices.
–Never wear scarves, shirts, necklaces, or any
hanging or flapping accessory that could
catch in the machine or in any objects or
materials in the work area
–Tie your hair back if it is long.
2)
WARNING: DANGER! Fuel is highly flam-
mable:
–keep the fuel in containers which have been
specifically manufactured and homologated
for such use;
–never smoke when handling fuel;
–slowly open the fuel tank to allow the pressure
inside to decrease gradually;
–top up the tank with fuel in the open air, using
a funnel;–add fuel before starting the engine. 
Never
remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel while
the engine is running or when the engine is
hot
;
–if you have spilt some fuel, do not attempt to
start the engine but move the machine away
from the area of spillage and avoid creating
any source of ignition until the fuel has evapo-
rated and fuel vapours have dissipated;
–immediately clean up all traces of fuel spilt on
the machine or on the ground;
–never start the machine in the same place you
refilled it with fuel;
–make sure your clothing does not come into
contact with the fuel, on the contrary, change
your clothes before starting the engine;
–always put the tank and fuel container caps
back on and tighten well.
4) Replace faulty or damaged silencers.
5)
Before using the machine,check its gener-
al condition and in particular:
–the throttle trigger and the safety lever must
move freely, they must not need forcing and
should return automatically and rapidly back
to the neutral position;
–the throttle trigger must remain locked until
the safety lever is pressed;
–the engine stop switch must easily move from
one position to the other;
–the electric cables and in particular the spark
plug cable must be in perfect condition to
avoid the generation of any sparks, and the
cap must be correctly fitted on the spark plug;
–the machine handgrips and protection devices
must be clean and dry and well fastened to
the machine;
–the chain brake must be in perfect working
order;
–the bar and the chain must be fitted correctly;
–the chain must be tensioned correctly.
6) Before starting your work, make sure that all
the protection devices are correctly fitted.
C) OPERATION
1) Do not operate the engine in a confined
space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
2) Work only in daylight or good artificial light.  
3)
Take on a firm and well-balanced position:–where possible, avoid working on wet, slip-
pery ground or in any case on uneven or steep
ground that does not guarantee stability for
the operator;
–avoid using unstable ladders or platforms;
–do not work with the machine above your
shoulders;
–never run, but walk carefully paying attention 4
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
3. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 
						

							to the lay of the land and any eventual obsta-
cles.
–avoid working alone or in an isolated place, in
case you have to find help after an accident.
4) Make sure the machine is securely locked
when you start the engine:  
–start the motor in an area at least 3 metres
from where you refuelled;
–check that there are no persons in the vicinity
of the machine;
–do not direct the silencer and therefore the
exhaust fumes towards inflammable materials.
–watch out for flying debris caused by the
movement of the chain, especially when it hits
obstacles or foreign objects.
5)
Do not change the engine tuningand do
not rev the engine excessively at maximum
speed.
6) Do not strain the machine too much and do
not use a small chain-saw for heavy-duty saw-
ing. If you use the right machine, you will reduce
the risk of hazards and improve the quality of
your work. 
7) Check that when the machine is running idle,
there is no movement of the chain and, after
pressing the throttle trigger, the engine quickly
returns to minimum speed.
8) Take care not to hit the bar hard against for-
eign objects or flying debris caused by the
movement of the chain.
9)
Stop the engine:
–whenever you leave the machine unattended;  
–before refuelling.    
10)
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark
plug cable:
–before cleaning, checking or working on the
machine;
–after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
machine for any damage and make repairs
before restarting it again; 
–if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally:
find and remove the cause of the vibration
immediately;
–when the machine is not in use.  
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tightly fas-
tened to be sure the equipment is in safe work-
ing condition. 
Routine maintenance is essen-
tial for safety and for maintaining a high per-
formance level
.
2) Do not store the machine with fuel in the tank
in an area where the fuel vapours could reach an
open flame, a spark or a strong heat source.
3) Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
4) To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine,
exhaust silencer and fuel storage area free from
sawdust, branches, leaves, or excessive grease;
never leave containers with the cut debris inside
the storage area.5) Se il serbatoio deve essere svuotato, effet-
tuare questa operazione all’aperto e a motore
freddo.
6)
If the fuel tank has to be emptied, this
should be done outdoors once the engine has
cooled down
.
7)Make sure the chain is well sharpened. Any
work on the chain and bar require specific expe-
rience and special tools. For safety purposes, we
recommend you contact your dealer to ensure
work is done correctly.
8)
For safety reasons, never use the machine
with worn or damaged parts. Damaged parts
are to be replaced and never repaired. Only
use original spare parts. 
Parts that are not of
the same quality can seriously damage the
equipment and compromise safety.
9) Before putting the machine away, check you
have removed wrenches or tools used for main-
tenance.
10) Store the machine out of the reach of chil-
dren!
E) TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING
1) Whenever the machine is to be handled or
transported you must:
–turn off the engine, wait for the chain to stop
and disconnect the spark plug cap;
–mount the bar cover;
–only hold the machine using the handgrips
and position the bar in the opposite direction
to that used during operation.
2) When using a vehicle to transport the
machine, position it so that it can cause no dan-
ger to persons and fasten it firmly in place to
avoid it from tipping over, which may cause
damage or fuel spillage.
F) HOW TO READ THE MANUAL
Certain paragraphs in the manual contain partic-
ularly significant information and are marked
with various levels of highlighting with the fol-
lowing meaning:
or   
These give details or further
information on what has already been indicated,
and aim to prevent both damage to the machine,
and the machine from causing damage..
Non-observance will result
in the risk of injury to oneself or others.
Non-observance will result
in the risk of serious injury or death to oneself
or others.

!DANGER!

!WARNING!
IMPORTANT
NOTE
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS5EN 
						

							The machine is supplied with
the bar and chain dismantled and the oil and fuel
tanks empty.  
Always wear heavy-duty
gloves when handling the bar and chain.
Mount the bar and chain very carefully so as
not to impair the safety and efficiency of the
machine. If in doubt, contact your dealer.
The machine can be assem-
bled in different ways, depending on the bar fas-
tening system and the chain tensioning mecha-
nism.
Before fitting the bar, make sure the chain brake
is not engaged; this is done by pulling the front
hand guard right back towards the body of the
machine.
1a.MACHINES WITH STANDARD CHAIN
TENSION ADJUSTER
–Unscrew the nuts and remove the clutch cover
to get to the drive sprocket and point where
the bar is to be fitted (Fig. 1).
–Mount the bar (2) by inserting the stud bolts in
the groove and push it towards the back of the
machine body (Fig. 2).
–Mount the chain in the right direction around
the drive sprocket and along the bar rail (Fig.
3). If the tip of the bar has a nose sprocket,
make sure the drive links fit correctly in the
sprocket rims.
–Check that the chain tension adjuster pin (3) is
fitted properly in the hole on the bar (Fig. 4); if
it isn’t, turn the chain tension adjuster screw
(4) using a screwdriver until the pin is com-
pletely inserted (Fig. 5).
–Fit the guard back on without tightening the
nuts. 
In models P 36(x) - P 37(x) - P 39(x) - P
41(x), check that the pin (1 - Fig.1) is inserted
correctly.
NOTE

!WARNING!
IMPORTANT–Turn the chain tension adjuster screw (4) to
adjust the chain tension (Fig. 5). Models P
44(x) and P 48(x)have another tension
adjuster between the guard nuts (5 - Fig. 5).  
–Raise the bar and tighten the guard nuts
securely using the wrench (Fig. 6).
1b.MACHINES WITH “Q-TENS” QUICK
CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER
–Unscrew the knob (1) and remove the clutch
cover to get to the drive sprocket and the
point where the bar is fitted (Fig. 7).
–Push the chain tension adjuster lock on the
bar (2) forwards as far as it goes (Fig. 8).
–Mount the chain in the right direction on the
bar (Fig. 8). If the tip of the bar has a nose
sprocket, make sure the drive links are cor-
rectly inserted in the sprocket rims.
–Insert the bar (3) and wind the chain around
the drive sprocket (Fig. 8).
–Rotate the outer ring (4) on the cover to line up
its pointer with the one on the guard (Fig. 9).
–Fit the cover back on by screwing the knob (1)
but not tight (Fig. 10).
–Tighten the chain by rotating the outer ring (4)
clockwise (Fig. 10).
–Raise the bar and tighten the knob (1) secure-
ly (Fig. 10).
2.CHECKS AFTER MOUNTING THE BAR
AND THE CHAIN
–Check the chain tension. The tension is cor-
rect when the drive links do not slip out of the
chain guides if you hold the chain in the mid-
dle of the bar (Fig. 1).
–Using a screwdriver, make the chain run along
the guides to check it moves smoothly without
resistance. 6
MACHINE ASSEMBLYEN
4. MACHINE ASSEMBLY 
						

							PREPARING TO WORK7EN
CHECKING THE MACHINE
Before starting work please:
–check that all the screws on the machine and
the bar are tightly fastened;
–check that the chain is sharp and there are no
signs of any damage;
–check that the air filter is clean;
–check that the protection devices are well fas-
tened and working efficiently;
–check that the handgrips are well fastened;
–check that the chain brake is working effi-
ciently.
PREPARING THE FUEL
This machine is fitted with a two-stroke engine
which requires a mixture of petrol and lubricating
oil.
Using petrol alone will dam-
age the motor and will cause for invalidation of
the warranty.
Only use quality fuels and
oils to maintain high performance and guarantee
the duration of the mechanical parts over time.
•Petrol characteristics
Only use unleaded petrol with a fuel grade of at
least 90 N.O.
Unleaded petrol tends to
create deposits in the container if preserved for
more than 2 months. Always use fresh petrol!
•Oil characteristics
Only use top quality synthetic oil specifically for
two-stroke engines.
Your dealer can provide you with oils which have
been specifically developed for this type of
engine, and which are capable of guaranteeing a
high level of protection.
The use of these oils makes it possible to pre-
pare a 2% mixture, consisting in 1 part oil to 50
parts petrol.
In the event that no specific oil is available, it is
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
possible to use a mineral lubricating oil for
engines (class FA or FB), where in this case the
mixture must be 4%, i.e. 1 part oil and 25 parts
petrol.
•Preparation and preservation of the fuel
mixture
Petrol and the fuel mixture are highly inflam-
mable!
–Keep the petrol and fuel mixture in homolo-
gated fuel containers, in safe place, away
from any flames or heat sources.
–Never leave the containers within the reach
of children.
–Never smoke whilst preparing the mixture
and avoid inhaling the petrol fumes.
The chart indicates the amount of petrol and oil
to use to prepare the fuel mixture according to
the type of oil used.
To prepare the fuel mixture:
–Place about half the amount of petrol in a
homologated tank
–Add all the oil, according to the chart.
–Add the rest of the petrol.
–Close the top and shake well.
The fuel mixture tends to
age. Do not prepare excessive amounts of the
fuel mixture to avoid deposits from forming.
Keep the petrol and fuel mix-
ture containers separate and easily identifiable to
avoid the mistake of using one in place of the
other.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT

!DANGER!
5. PREPARING TO WORK
Petrol Synthetic oil Mineral oil
2-stroke Class FA - FB
litres litres cm3litres cm3
10,02 2,0 0,04 40
20,04 40 0,08 80
30,06 60 0,12 120
50,10 100 0,20 200
10 0,20 200 0,40 400 
						

							EN
Periodically clean the petrol
and fuel mixture containers to remove any even-
tual deposits.
REFUELLING
Never smoke whilst refu-
elling and avoid inhaling the petrol fumes.
Carefully open the tank top
as pressure could have formed inside.
Before refuelling:
–Shake the fuel mixture container well.
–Place the machine on a flat stable surface,
with the fuel tank cap facing upwards.
–Clean the fuel tank cap and the surrounding
area to avoid any dirt from entering the tank
during refilling.
–Carefully open the fuel tank cap to allow the
pressure inside to decrease gradually. Use a
funnel to refill and avoid filling the tank to the
brim.
Always close the fuel tank
cap firmly.
!WARNING!

!WARNING!

!DANGER!
IMPORTANTImmediately clean all
traces of fuel which may have dripped on the
machine or the ground and do not start the
engine until the petrol fumes have dissipated.
CHAIN LUBRICANT
Only use oil with SAE 30 vis-
cosity, specifically for lubricating chains. Do not
use oil containing impurities, to avoid clogging
the tank filter and permanently damaging the
oiler.
It is essential that you use good quality oil to
lubricate the cutting parts effectively. Used or
poor quality oil does not guarantee good lubri-
cation and reduces the duration of the chain and
bar.
It is always worth topping up the oil tank com-
pletely (using a funnel) every time you refuel.
Since the oil tank capacity is enough to guaran-
tee that the fuel runs out first, you will avoid the
risk of operating the machine without lubricant.
IMPORTANT

!WARNING!
means starting it after at least 5 minutes from
when it was switched off or after refuelling.
To start the engine (Fig. 12):
1. Check that the chain brake is engaged (with
the front hand guard pushed forward).
2. Set the switch (1) to «START».
3.
If your machine has a decompression
valve, press it now.
4. Pull out the choke (2).
5.
If your machine has aprimer (3), press it 3-
4 times to aid starting.
6. Hold the machine firmly on the ground, with
your hand on the handgrip and your foot in
the rear handgrip, to avoid losing control dur-
ing starting (Fig. 13).   
STARTING THE ENGINE
The engine must be start-
ed in an area at least 3 metres from where
you refilled the fuel tank.
Before starting the engine:
–Place the machine firmly on the ground.
–Take off the bar cover.
–Make sure the bar is not touching the ground
or any other object.
•Cold starting
A “cold” start of the engineNOTE

!WARNING!
8PREPARING TO WORK / HOW TO START - USE – STOP THE ENGINE
6. HOW TO START - USE – STOP THE ENGINE