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   Do not disassemble the charger. Phone to speak with 

an experienced 909 Customer Service Representative 

or contact an Authorised Service centre for assistance. 

Opening or removing covers may expose you to 

dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly 

can cause electric shock when you use the tool or 

charger again. Take the charger to an authorised service 

centre when service or repair is required. Incorrect 

re-assembly may result in the risk of fire, electric shock or 

electrocution. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not 

disassemble any part of the product. 

  

DANGER.

 If the battery pack is cracked or damaged in 

any other way, do not insert it in the charger.

   Do not plug anything other than your 909 battery pack 

into the charger, as other objects may touch dangerous 

voltage points or short out parts, which could result in fire 

or electric shock.

   Do not place the tool or charger on an uneven surface, 

as a fall may cause serious damage.

   Never place the tool or charger near or over a heat 

source such as a radiator or heater. 

   Do not operate the charger in a cabinet or other 

enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.

   Use the battery charger indoors only.

WARNING.

 Do not allow any liquid to come into contact 

with the charger. There is a danger of electric shock. Do not 

position the tool or battery charger near water; for example, 

near a sink, wash bowl or toilet. Do not spill liquid of any 

kind on the tool or charger. Doing so may short out parts, 

causing damage to the product and creating the risk of fire 

or electric shock.
Take the tool or charger to your nearest Authorised Service 

centre or phone and speak with an experienced 909 

Customer Service Representative for assistance in these 

circumstances:

   If liquid has been spilled into the tool or charger, or if rain 

or water has touched the tool, Battery Pack or charger.

   If the tool or charger does not operate normally after you 

follow the operating instructions.

   If the tool or charger has been dropped or damaged.

   If the tool or charger exhibits a distinct degradation in 

performance.

   If the tool or charger is damaged in any way.

   If the battery pack is not charged within the time frame as 

specified in this manual, turn charger off.

   To reduce the risk of an electric shock, unplug the 

charger from the power supply before attempting to clean 

it. To clean tool or charger, wipe with a damp cloth. Use 

of any other cleaners is not recommended.

   Do not place any object on to, or allow anything to rest  

on the charger. 

   Make sure that the charger cable is positioned where 

it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise 

subjected to damage or stress. Keep the lead away  

from operating machinery.

   Do not pull on the lead of the charger to disconnect it 

from the mains power socket.

   Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely 

necessary. The use of an improper extension cord could 

cause the risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.

   Never attempt to connect two chargers together.

   Do not charge batteries or use the tool and battery 

pack in locations where the temperature may be below 

0°C or exceed 40°C such as alongside sheds or metal 

structures.

   The battery can be charged or operated at temperatures 

between 0° C and 40° C.

NEVER CHARGE YOUR LITHIUM-ION BATTERY 

BELOW OR ABOVE TEMPERATURES RECOMMENDED 

OTHERWISE FIRE OR SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE 

BATTERY PACK MAY OCCUR. 

The most suitable temperatures to charge the battery pack 

are between 20 - 25° C.

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Summary of Contents for 20VCSG

Page 1: ...Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code 20VCSG Date 130827 Edition 6 Op DCR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 20VCSG 20V LITHIUM ION PRUNING CHAINSAW 20VCSG IM ed6 indd 1 28 8 13 8 03 13 AM ...

Page 2: ...ack and battery safety 8 When to charge the battery 9 Unpacking 9 Contents of carton 9 Know your product 10 Assembly 11 Tensioning the chain 11 Important information product care 12 Fitting and removing the battery pack 13 Battery charging 13 To obtain the best life for the battery 14 Safety features incorporated with tools using this battery pack 14 Using the chainsaw 15 General suggestions for c...

Page 3: ...e 3 5 Hours Introduction Your new 909 power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent 909 Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new 9...

Page 4: ...Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use personal protective equipme...

Page 5: ... ensure that they do not play with the appliance 5 Battery tool use and care a Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents b Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with anot...

Page 6: ...ic chainsaw when in use Check the following conditions before beginning work There should be no people in the felling area Make sure there is a second person within calling distance The working area should be free from obstacles Wear suitable clothes which do not hinder movement Use specific protections during operations involving head hands feet eyes and ears It is recommended the use of a helmet...

Page 7: ... with an experienced 909 Customer Service Representative for assistance in these circumstances If liquid has been spilled into the tool or charger or if rain or water has touched the tool Battery Pack or charger If the tool or charger does not operate normally after you follow the operating instructions If the tool or charger has been dropped or damaged If the tool or charger exhibits a distinct d...

Page 8: ...e care where the tool is stored Do not store in areas of corrosive fumes or salt air or similar conditions Try and store the tool in the packaging supplied with the tool Do not dispose of the battery in a fire or put the battery into a microwave oven conventional oven dryer or high pressure container Under these conditions the battery may explode Never attempt to open the battery pack puncture the...

Page 9: ...owing accessories are available to use with this product 20V2BATG 20V Lithium Ion 2 0Ah Battery 20V4BATG 20V Lthium Ion 4 0Ah Extra Run Time Battery 20VCHG 20V Fast Battery Charger Unpacking Due to modern mass production techniques it is unlikely that your power tool is faulty or that a part is missing If you find anything wrong do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fau...

Page 10: ...19 Front Guard 20 Battery release tab 21 Battery LED s 10 1 16 19 18 2 4 15 7 17 9 8 5 6 12 Know your product 1 Front handle 2 Oil tank cap and pump 3 Side cover clamp knob 4 Chain 5 Bar 6 Battery pack 7 Rear handle 8 Bar adjustment knob 9 Chain drive cover 10 Chain bar cover 11 Lock off button not shown 13 13 20 21 20VCSG IM ed6 indd 10 28 8 13 8 03 32 AM ...

Page 11: ...rds and slide the handle downwards to remove Fitting the bar and chain 1 Remove the side cover check by rotating and removing the Side cover clamp knob 2 Place the chain onto the bar ensuring the chain fits evenly in the chain bar groove CHECK The direction of the chain is critical Make sure the cutting edge of the chain is towards the nose of the bar on the top edge 3 Fit the chain over the sproc...

Page 12: ... chainsaw uses Lithium Ion battery cells Care MUST be taken to ensure both the safety and life of the pack is maintained Ensure you have read all of the safety notes in the previous pages before using the chainsaw Safety devices and circuitry for this tool are located in the battery pack of this tool The battery pack is a vital component not just for the power source but also for the full safety c...

Page 13: ...pack into the tool align the rails of the battery pack with the rails slots in the tool and push the battery into the housing To connect the battery slide the battery pack fully forward Battery charging IMPORTANT Before plugging in the power supply from the plug pack charger 7 always ensure that the plug is switched off at the mains IMPORTANT The battery will be fully charged after approx 3 5 hour...

Page 14: ... to overheat Temperature cut out If the tool is constantly overloaded or the tool is used constantly at maximum rating in high ambient conditions the battery cells may over heat causing the battery pack to shut down The tool will not re start until the battery pack has cooled If this occurs you will need to immediately stop working and allow the battery cells to cool down To reduce the temperature...

Page 15: ...This makes the job safer as there is less chance of pull in or kick back Position your body to the left of the chainsaw so if it kicks back uncontrollably it goes over your right shoulder Keep a firm grip with your left hand on the front handle with your thumb securely below the handle Make sure the chain is tensioned correctly Observe the size of wood shavings if they become dusty your chain coul...

Page 16: ... injury or death WARNING do not operate chain saw while In a tree On a ladder or any other unstable surface In any awkward position You may lose control of saw causing severe injury WARNING do not cut limbs higher than your shoulders Trimming a tree is the process of cutting limbs from a living tree makes sure your footing is firm keep feet apart Divide your weight evenly on both feet Follow direc...

Page 17: ... bar in wood Avoid touching the ground with the bar Fall a tree Before felling a tree consider carefully all conditions including the intended direction of the fall the natural lean of the tree surrounding trees and obstacles the wind direction and speed Directional cut Cut a wedge 1 3 1 2 of tree diameter out of the trunk on the side which you want the tree to fall Felling cut Cut into the trunk ...

Page 18: ...ake side edges square Replace guide bar when Bar is bent or cracked Inside groove of bar is badly worn Chain sharpening 1 Remove battery pack 2 Wear protective gloves 3 Ensure the chain is correctly tensioned and not too loose 4 Use a round file for chain sharpening diameter equivalent to 1 1 times the cutting tooth depth 5 File at a horizontal angle 35 to the bar 6 File from inside towards outsid...

Page 19: ...ully We also recommend as a minimum that you practice cutting logs on a saw horse or log cradle Note This is a pruning type chain saw for light duty home applications Cutting action is slow but effective Do not attempt to perform large log cutting applications with this saw General inspection Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight They may vibrate loose over time Storage Drain all oi...

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