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D
o not modify the product in any way or use parts and
a
ccessories which are not recommended by the
manufacturer.
WARNING
If the machine is dropped, suffers heavy impact or
begins to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the
machine and inspect for damage or identify the cause
o
f the vibration. Any damage should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorised service centre.
COMPONENTS & CONTROLS (FIG 1)
SAFETY DEVICES
LOW KICK-BACK SAW CHAIN
A low-kick-back saw chain helps to reduce the
possibility of a kickback event.
The rakers (depth gauges) ahead of each cutter can
minimize the force of a kick-back reaction by
preventing the cutters from digging in too deeply. Only
use replacement guide bar and chain combinations
recommended by the manufacturer.
As saw chains are sharpened, they lose some of the
low kickback qualities and extra caution is required. For
your safety, replace saw chains when cutting
performance decreases.
SPIKED BUMPER
The integral bumper spike may be used as a pivot
when making a cut. It helps to keep the body of the
chainsaw steady while cutting. When cutting, push the
machine forward until the spikes dig into the edge of
the wood, then by moving the rear handle up or down
in the direction of the cutting line it can help ease the
physical strain of cutting.
G
UIDE BARS
G
enerally, guide bars with small radius tips have
somewhat lower potential for kick-back. You should
use a guide bar and matching chain which is just long
e
nough for the job.
Longer bars increase the risk of loss of control during
sawing. Regularly check the chain tension. When
c
utting smaller branches (less than the full length of the
guide bar) the chain is more likely to be thrown off if the
tension is not correct.
CHAIN BRAKE
Chain brakes are designed to quickly stop the chain
rotating. When the chain brake lever/hand guard is
pushed towards the bar, the chain should stop
immediately. A chain brake does not prevent kick-back.
It only lowers the risk of injury should the chain bar
contact the operator’s body during a kick-back event.
The chain brake should be tested before each use for
correct operation in both the run and brake positions.
UNPACKING
Caution! This packaging contains sharp objects. Take
care when unpacking. Remove the machine, together
with the accessories supplied, from the packaging.
Check carefully to ensure that the machine is in good
condition and account for all the accessories listed in
this manual.
Also make sure that all the accessories are complete. If
any parts are found to be missing, the machine and its
accessories should be returned together in their original
packaging to the retailer.
Do not throw the packaging away, keep it safe
throughout the guarantee period, then recycle if
possible, otherwise dispose of it by the proper means.
Do not let children play with empty plastic bags due to
the risk of suffocation.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Warning! Only charge in compatible 18V chargers. Use
of other chargers may result in fire, damage or serious
personal injury.
The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low
charge condition to prevent possible problems.
Therefore, you should charge it until the green LED on
the front right hand side of the charger comes on.
Note: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time
they are charged. Allow several cycles (operation
followed by recharging) for them to become fully
charged.
First read the safety instructions then follow the
charging instructions.
Plug the charger into a standard 230V~50Hz mains
socket outlet, the green LED on the front left hand side
of the charger will illuminate.
Do not allow the cable to become knotted or kinked.
1. Rear handle
2. On/Off trigger
3. Chain lubricant measurement gauge
4. Chain lubricant cap
5. Front hand guard/Chain brake
6. Guide bar
7. Chain
8. Sprocket cover
9. Guide bar locking knob
10. Guide bar cover
11. Front handle
12. Safety lock button
13. Battery slot 1
14. Battery slot 2
15. Spiked bumper
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