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Ego Power+ CS1610 - User Manual

Ego Power+ CS1610
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
56V LITHIUM-ION
CORDLESS 16" CHAIN SAW
MODEL NUMBER CS1610/CS1610-FC
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Operator’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.
Español p. 105
Français p. 51
FILL OIL TANK WITH BAR AND
CHAIN OIL BEFORE FIRST USE

Questions and Answers

Summary

Read All Instructions

Safety Instructions

Read & Understand Operators Manual

User must read and understand the manual to reduce injury risk.

Wear Eye Protection

Always wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields.

Guide Bar Tip Kickback

Tip contact can cause injury.

Two Handed Hold

Always use two hands when operating.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

Electrical Safety

Precautions to prevent electric shock.

Personal Safety

Stay Alert and Use Common Sense

Operate attentively, avoiding fatigue.

Use Personal Protective Equipment

Wear eye protection; consider other PPE.

Prevent Unintentional Starting

Ensure switch is off before handling.

Dont Let Familiarity Breed Complacency

Maintain focus on safety principles.

Power Tool Use and Care

Do Not Use if Switch is Faulty

Faulty switches require tool repair.

Battery Tool Use and Care

Recharge with Specified Charger

Use only manufacturer-specified chargers.

Use Only Designated Battery Packs

Use only designated battery packs.

Keep Battery Away from Metal Objects

Prevent shorting battery terminals.

Avoid Battery Liquid Contact

Flush with water if liquid contact occurs.

Chain Saw Safety Warnings

Keep Body Parts Away From Chain

Ensure chain is not contacting anything.

Hold Chain Saw With Both Hands

Use correct hand placement.

Hold by Insulated Gripping Surfaces

Avoid contact with hidden wiring.

Wear Eye Protection and Other PPE

Use adequate protective equipment.

Do Not Operate on Unstable Support

Avoid use on unstable surfaces.

Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback

Kickback from Tip Contact or Pinching

Tip contact or pinching causes movement.

Loss of Control from Kickback Reactions

Kickback reactions can cause loss of control.

Maintain Firm Grip to Resist Kickback

Do Not Overreach or Cut Above Shoulder

Use Only Specified Replacement Bars;Chains

Follow Sharpening;Maintenance Instructions

Kickback Safety Devices on This Chain Saw

Low Kickback Saw Chain

Use Certified Low Kickback Chain

Use chains certified as low kickback.

Additional Warnings

Chain Saw Intended for Two-Handed Use

Serious injury from one-handed operation.

Ensure Cutting Area is Free from Obstructions

Do not let guide bar nose contact objects.

Understand Kickback to Reduce Surprise

Basic understanding reduces surprise.

Keep Proper Footing and Balance

Maintain footing and balance.

Avoid Unintentional Contact with Chain;Rails

Contact with sharp chain/rails is dangerous.

Never Operate Damaged or Unsecured Saw

Ensure saw is assembled and chain stops.

Cut Only One Work Piece at a Time

Push and Pull Technique

Control PULL on bottom edge, PUSH on top edge.

Plan Work Area and Escape Path

Ensure obstacle-free area and escape path.

Keep Bystanders at Safe Distance When Felling

Keep bystanders two tree lengths away.

Use Only With the Battery Packs and Chargers Listed

Do Not Charge in Rain or Wet Locations

Avoid charging in wet conditions.

Do Not Expose Battery;Tool to Fire;Excessive Temperature

Exposure to fire/temperature above 212°F may cause explosion.

Glossary of Terms

Chain Brake

Device used to stop the saw chain immediately.

Kickback

Backward or upward motion of guide bar.

Assembly

Warning: Check for Damaged or Missing Parts

Do not operate if parts are damaged or missing.

Warning: Do Not Modify Product or Create Accessories

Modifications are misuse and lead to injury.

Warning: Prevent Accidental Starting

Disconnect power when assembling, cleaning, or not in use.

Operation

Warning: Do Not Allow Familiarity to Cause Carelessness

Carelessness can lead to serious injury; stay alert.

Warning: Always Wear Eye Protection

Wear ANSI Z87.1 eye protection.

Warning: Use Only Recommended Attachments;Accessories

Using unrecommended attachments can result in injury.

Filling Oil Tank With Bar and Chain Oil

Warning: Remove Battery Pack Before Filling

Prevent accidental starting by removing battery.

Warning: Do Not Smoke Near Oil or Chain Saw

Avoid smoking near saw; oil may spill.

Notice: Check and Refill Oil Level Frequently

Installing;Removing Battery Pack

Starting;Stopping the Chain Saw

Before Starting the Chain Saw

Pre-operation checks before starting.

To Start the Chain Saw

Step-by-step instructions for starting.

Press Lock-off and Squeeze Trigger to Start

To Stop the Chain Saw

Warning: Remove Battery Pack During Breaks and After Work

Always remove battery pack during breaks/work.

Work Area Precautions

Cut Only Wood or Wood Materials

Do not cut metal, plastic, masonry.

Never Allow Children to Operate

Children must not use the saw.

Avoid Felling Near Utility Lines or Property

Do not endanger people or property.

Do Not Cut Above Chest Height

Cutting above chest height is hard to control.

Do Not Fell Trees Near Electrical Wires or Buildings

Proper Grip On Handles

Grasp Front Handle With Left Hand, Rear With Right

Grasp front with left, rear with right hand.

Warning: Never Use Left-Handed or Cross-Handed Grip

Avoid grips placing body/arm across chain line.

Warning: Do Not Operate Trigger With Left Hand

Never operate trigger with left hand.

Proper Cutting Stance

Both Feet on Solid Ground, Weight Evenly Spread

Stand with feet on solid ground, distribute weight.

Left Arm Straight, Elbow Locked

Keep left arm straight, elbow locked.

Body Always to the Left of the Chain Line

Position body to the left of chain line.

Cutting

Start Chain at Full Speed Before Cutting

Let chain reach full speed before cutting.

Warning: Release Trigger If Chain Is Pinched

If chain pinches, release trigger, remove saw, restart.

Warning: Do Not Pull Chain by Hand if Bound

If bound, move saw back/forth; remove battery.

Warning: Never Start Saw in Contact With Wood

Let chain reach full speed before applying to wood.

Felling a Tree

Hazardous Conditions

Warnings to prevent serious injury when felling.

Pick and Clear Escape Route

Notching Undercut

Felling Back Cut

Remove Saw, Stop Motor, Use Retreat Path

Be Alert for Overhead Limbs and Footing

Bucking a Log

Stand on Uphill Side When Bucking on Slope

Maintain Control, Release Pressure Near End

Maintenance

Replacing the Bar and Chain

Assembling The New Bar and Chain

Check Chain and Side Cover Direction Arrows

Tension Chain Per Chapter

Caution: Chain Must Be Properly Tensioned

Adjusting the Chain Tension

Chain Maintenance

How To Sharpen The Cutters

Warning: Dull Chain Causes Excessive Motor Speed

Warning: Improper Sharpening Increases Kickback

Warning: Failure to Replace;Repair Damaged Chain Causes Injury

Top Plate Sharpening Angles

Side Plate Angle

Depth Gauge Clearance

Guide Bar Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Chain Saw Does Not Cut Properly

Chain Becomes Loose or Drops Off Guide Bar

Bar and Chain Running Hot and Smoking

Ego Power+ CS1610 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEgo Power+
ModelCS1610
CategoryChainsaw
LanguageEnglish

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