AEG ACS183060, Original Instructions Manual

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Some regions have regulations that restrict the use of the product.
Check with your local authority for advice.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the instructions to use
the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Ensure before each use that all controls and safety devices function
correctly. Do not use the product if the “off” switch does not stop
the motor.
Wear full eye and hearing protection, strong sturdy boots and
gloves, as well as head protection while operating the product. Use
a face mask if operation is dusty.
Use of hearing protection reduces the ability to hear warnings
(shouts or alarms). The operator must pay extra attention to what is
going on in the work area.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can
result in loss of balance and can increase the risk of kickback.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short trousers, or jewellery of any
kind.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
Beware of thrown, flying, or falling objects. Keep all bystanders,
children, and animals at least 15 m away from the work area.
Do not operate in poor lighting. The operator requires a clear view
of the work area to identify potential hazards.
Operating similar tools nearby increases both the risk of hearing
injury and the potential for other persons to enter your work area.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
Inspect the product before each use. Check for correct operation
of all controls, including the chain brake. Check for loose fasteners,
make sure all guards and handles are properly and securely
attached. Replace any damaged parts before use.
Do not modify the product in any way or use parts and accessories
which are not recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING! If the product is dropped, suffers heavy impact
or begins to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the product
and inspect for damage or identify the cause of the vibration.
Any damage should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
Do not dispose of used battery packs in the household refuse or
by burning them. AEG Distributors offer to retrieve old batteries to
protect our environment.
Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short
circuit risk).
Use only AEG BL1218 charger for charging battery packs. Do not
use battery packs from other systems.
Compatible battery packs:
L1815R, L1820R, L1825R, L1830R, L1840R, L1850R, L1860R
Battery acid may leak from damaged batteries under extreme load
or extreme temperatures. In case of contact with battery acid wash
it off immediately with soap and water. In case of eye contact rinse
thoroughly for at least 10 minutes and immediately seek medical
attention.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible
to completely eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in use and the operator should pay special
attention to avoid the following:
■ Injury caused by vibration
● Always use the right tool for the job, use designated handles
and restrict working time and exposure.
■ Damage to hearing due to exposure to noise
● Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.
■ Injury caused by contact with exposed saw teeth of the chain
■ Injury caused by thrown-out pieces of the workpiece (wood
chips, splinters)
■ Injury caused by dust and particles
■ Injury to the skin caused by contact with lubricants
■ Parts ejected from the saw chain (cutting/injection hazards)
■ Unforeseen, abrupt movement, or kickback of the guide bar
(cutting hazards)
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held 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:
■ 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.
■ After each period of operation, exercise to increase blood
circulation.
■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of exposure per
day.
■ Protective gloves available from professional chainsaw retailers
are designed specifically for chainsaw use which give protection,
good grip and also reduce the effect of handle vibration. These
gloves should comply with EN381-7 and must be CE marked.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition, immediately
discontinue use and see your physician.
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.
SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE
The cordless chainsaw is only intended for use outdoors. For safety
reasons the product must be adequately controlled by using two-
handed operation at all times.
The product is designed for cutting branches, trunks, logs and
beams of a diameter determined by the cutting length of the
guide bar. It is only designed to cut wood. It is only to be used by
adults who have received adequate training on the hazards and
preventative measures/actions to be taken while using it.
Do not use the product for any purpose not listed in the Specified
Conditions Of Use. It is not to be used for professional tree services.
The product is not to be used by children or by persons not wearing
adequate personal protective equipment and clothing.
WARNING! When using the product, the safety rules must
be followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders, you
must read and fully understand these instructions before
operating the product. You should attend a professionally
organized safety course in the use, preventative actions,
first-aid, and maintenance of chainsaws. Please keep these
instructions safe for later use.
WARNING! Chainsaws are potentially dangerous tools.
Accidents involving the use of chainsaws often result in loss
of limbs or death. It is not just the chainsaw that is the hazard.
Falling branches, toppling trees, and rolling logs can all kill.
Diseased or rotting timber poses additional hazards. You
should assess your capability of completing the task safely.
If there is any doubt, leave it to a professional tree surgeon.
Do not use the product in any other way as stated for normal use.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 6-7.
1. Rear handle
2. Switch trigger
3. Trigger release
4. Front handle
5. Front hand guard/Chain brake
6. Chain cover
7. Bar mounting nuts
8. Chain tensioning screw
9. Chain catcher
10. Bar groove
11. Chain drive links
12. Saw chain
13. Guide bar cover
14. Guide bar
15. Spiked bumper
16. Chain lubricant cap
17. Combination wrench
18. Battery
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.
Guide bars
Generally, 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 enough for the job. Longer bars increase
the risk of loss of control during sawing. Regularly check the chain
tension. When cutting 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 from rotating.
When the chain brake lever/hand guard is pushed towards the
bar, the chain should stop immediately. A chain brake does not
prevent kickback. It only lowers the risk of injury should the chain
bar contact the operator’s body during a kickback event. The chain
brake should be tested before each use for correct operation in both
the run and brake positions.
Chain catcher
A chain catcher prevents the saw chain from being thrown back
towards the operator if the saw chain comes loose or breaks.