Need help?Do you have a question about the Black & Decker GK1640 and is the answer not in the manual?
General| Type | Electric Chainsaw |
|---|---|
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Model | GK1640 |
| Bar Length | 16 inches |
| Power | 1600 W |
| Motor Power | 1600 W |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| Amperage | 13 A |
| Automatic Oiling | Yes |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8 inch |
| Drive Links | 57 |
| Chain Speed | 800 m/min |
| Safety Features | Chain Brake |
| Chain Gauge | 0.050 inch |
Essential safety precautions and the importance of reading the user manual before operation.
Understanding controls, emergency stop, and maintaining the tool in good working order.
Guidelines for a safe work area, avoiding hazardous conditions, and keeping others clear.
Instructions on tool handling, protective clothing, cable care, and pre-operation checks.
Warnings on using non-recommended accessories and safe handling during cutting.
Procedures for cleaning, carrying the chainsaw, and caring for the chain and guide bar.
Understanding kickback, cutting precautions, and identifying warning symbols.
Ensuring chain tension, understanding double insulation, and checking supply voltage.
Guidance on replacing fuses and plugs for UK and Ireland markets.
Information on RCDs, circuit breakers, and safe mains connection systems.
Precautions for new connection systems and compatibility with existing setups.
Instructions for creating custom extension cables and fitting connectors safely.
Detailed steps for correctly wiring extension cables with color coding.
Specific safety advice for Australia/New Zealand and technical specifications.
Identification of parts and initial assembly steps, including chain oiling.
Steps for fitting the guide bar and chain, including oil recommendations and tensioning.
How to set, test, and understand the auto-stop chainbrake mechanism.
Procedures for starting the tool, handling jams, and general cutting actions.
Methods for safely felling trees and cutting logs based on support.
Detailed instructions for testing the anti-kickback chainbrake functionality.
Steps for starting the chainsaw and recovering from a jammed chain.
Best practices for felling trees and cutting logs, including angled cuts.
Regular checks for oil level and cleaning of the chain and guide bar.
Reassembling guide bar, greasing sprocket, chain sharpening, and tension checks.
List of available accessories and information on product recycling.
Diagnosing and resolving common faults like starting problems or chain issues.
How to find authorized service agents and terms of the product guarantee.
EC Declaration of Conformity and measured sound and vibration data.
To Next Page