AEG A58CHS18B4, Original Instructions Manual

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TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
Turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and allow the product
to cool down before storing or transporting. Remove all chain and bar
oil from the product.
Remove all foreign materials from the product. Store the product in a
cool, dry, and well-ventilated area that is inaccessible to children. Keep
the product away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
Fit the guide bar cover before storing the product or during
transportation.
For transportation, secure the product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national provisions
and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling when
transporting batteries by a third party.
Ensure that no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting exposed
connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps or tape. Do not
transport batteries that are cracked or leaking. Check with the
forwarding company for further advice.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Use only original manufacturer’s replacement
parts, accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, can contribute to poor performance, and may
void your warranty.
WARNING! Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualified service technician.
Have the product serviced by an authorised service centre only.
When servicing, use only original replacement parts.
WARNING! Remove the battery pack before adjustment,
maintenance, or cleaning. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury.
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You only make adjustments or repairs described in this manual.
For other repairs, contact an authorised service centre.
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Consequences of improper maintenance, removal, or modification
of safety features, such as the chain brake, ignition switch, hand
guard (front and back), spiked bumper, chain catcher, guide bar,
and low kickback saw chain, may cause the safety features not to
function correctly, thus increasing the potential for serious injury.
Keep the product professionally maintained and safe.
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Sharpening the chain safely is a skilled task. Therefore, the
manufacturer strongly recommends that a worn or dull chain
is replaced with a new one, available at your authorised service
centre. The part number is available in the product specification
table in this manual.
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Follow instructions for lubricating and chain tension checking and
adjustment.
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After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
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Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for security
to ensure that the product is in safe working condition. Any part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
Replacing guide bar and saw chain
See pages 15 - 18.
1. Remove the battery. Wear protective gloves.
2. Remove the bar mounting nuts using the combination wrench
provided.
3. Remove the guide bar cover.
4. Remove the bar and saw chain from the product. Properly dispose
of used chain and bar.
5. Put the new chain in the correct direction onto the bar, and make
sure that the drive links are aligned in the bar groove.
6. Attach the bar to the chain saw and loop the chain around the
drive sprocket.
7. Replace the chain cover and bar mounting nuts.
8. Finger-tighten the bar mounting nuts. The bar must be free to
move for chain tension adjustment.
9. Adjust the chain tension. Refer to the “Adjusting chain tension”
section.
10. Hold the tip of the guide bar upwards, and securely tighten the
bar mounting nuts.
Inspecting and cleaning the chain brake
See page 20.
Always keep the chain brake mechanism clean by lightly brushing the
linkage free from dirt.
Always test the chain brake performance after cleaning. Refer to
“Checking and operating the chain brake” section in this manual for
additional information.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Daily check
Bar lubrication Before each use
Chain tension Before each use and frequently
Chain sharpness Before each use, visual check
For damaged parts Before each use
For loose fasteners Before each use
Chain brake function Before each use
Inspect and clean
Bar Before each use
Complete saw After each use
Chain brake Every 5 hours*
* Hours of operation
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible
to eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following hazards may
arise in use and the operator should pay special attention to avoid
the following:
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injury caused by vibration
– Always use the right tool for the job. Use designated handles.
Restrict working time and exposure.
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injury caused by to exposure to noise
– Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.
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injury caused by contact with exposed saw teeth of the chain
(cutting hazards)
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injury caused by unforeseen, abrupt movement or kickback of the
guide bar (cutting hazards)
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injury caused by parts ejected from the saw chain (cutting/
injection hazards)
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injury caused by thrown-out pieces of the workpiece (wood chips,
splinters)
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injury caused by dust and particles
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injury to the skin caused by contact with lubricants
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools may
contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome in certain
individuals. Symptoms may include tingling, numbness, and blanching
of the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold. Hereditary
factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking, and work
practices are all thought to contribute to the development of these
symptoms. There are measures that can be taken by the operator to
possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
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Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating the unit,
wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is reported
that cold weather is a major factor contributing to Raynaud’s
Syndrome.
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After each period of operation, exercise to increase blood
circulation.
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Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of exposure per day.
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Protective gloves available from professional chainsaw retailers
are designed specifically for chainsaw use, which give protection,
good grip, and reduce the effect of handle vibration.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition, immediately
discontinue use and see your doctor.
WARNING! Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by
prolonged use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged
periods, ensure you take regular breaks.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
See pages 3-4.
Chainsaw x 1
Guide bar cover x 1
Operator’s manual x 1
Scrench tool x 1
Battery pack x 1 (sold separtely for ACS58B18)
Charger x 1 (sold separtely for ACS58B18)
SAFETY DEVICES
Low kickback saw chain
A low-kickback 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 kickback 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.