Black & Decker Alligator GK1000-XE, User Manual

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Assembling the chain bar and chain (figs. C & D)
Warning!
Always wear protective gloves when installing or
removing the saw chain. The saw chain is sharp and can cut you
when it is not running.
Ensure the operation is carried out on a firm surface.
Open the handles and pull back the top jaw (6).
Insert the chain bar (8) into the space between the chain
tensioner and the first bolt, angle the chain bar down over
the bolts.
Place the chain (9) around the front of the chain bar and
engage in the nose sprocket of the chain bar.
Pull the chain bar and chain back, engaging it in the groove
in the chain bar and then over the sprocket (14) positioning
teeth in the correct position on the sprocket.
Replace the chain access cover (12) and retention nuts (11)
tightening securely.
Use
Warning!
Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Carry out regular cleaning of the unit as described in the
maintenance section and in particular cleaning inside the
chain access cover.
The lower jaw (7) and top jaw (6) are designed to close
when one of the handles is released or when the piece of
branch being cut has been cut. If this does not occur,
discontinue use of the tool and remove the plug from the
socket. Check if any debris is blocking movement. To help
in this process it may be necessary to remove chain access
cover (12). If on assembly the problem is still present return
the unit to an authorised service centre.
Oiling (fig. E)
Before first use and every ten minutes of use you must oil
the product with the correct chain oil. (Cat No A6027-50)
This should be adequate for about 10 minutes of cutting
depending upon cutting speed and type of wood.
The hole feeds the oil through to the chain on to the chain
bar and an excessive amount of oil applied to the unit could
mean the oil drips from the unit around the jaw area. This
is normal and is nothing to be concerned about.
Switching off (fig. F)
Release either of the switches.
Note: Both switches must be activated for the product to be
used.
Do not force the tool - allow it to do the work. It will do a
better and safer job at the speed for which it is designed.
Excessive force will stretch the chain.
If the saw chain or bar becomes jammed:
Switch the tool off.
Disconnect the tool from the mains supply.
Open the cut with wedges to relieve the strain on the guide
bar. Do not try to wrench the saw free. Start a fresh cut.
Trimming branches (fig. G)
Ensure that there are no local by-laws or regulations that
would prohibit or control the trimming of the tree limbs.
Make sure the tool is running at full speed before making a
cut.
Hold the tool firmly in place to avoid possible bouncing or
sideways movement of the tool.
Guide the tool using light pressure.
Always cut down from the top. This way you will avoid
pinching the saw chain.
Remove branches as shown in Fig G. Starting from the
branch tip, reduce the branch in logical steps cutting off
small sections.
Remove the tool from the cut while it is running at full
speed.
Maintenance
Your Black+Decker tool has been designed to operate over
a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance or cleaning of
the tool, unplug the unit from the power supply.
Cleaning
Regularly remove the chain access cover and remove any
debris that has become trapped.
Regularly clean the ventilation slots with a clean, dry paint
brush.
spanner (2) provided and remove completely.
Remove the chain access cover (12).
Open the handles and pull back the top jaw (6).
Pull back chain bar (8) and then lift the saw chain (9) out of
the groove in the guide bar. The chain can then be removed
from the unit.
The chain bar can then be angled up and over the bolts.
For your safety, this tool is equipped with a double switching
system. This system prevents starting the tool inadvertently.
Switching on (fig. F)
Ensure a firm grip on the handles and then squeeze both
switch actuators to switch the unit on.
Replacing worn out saw chains
Replacement saw chains are availabel through retailers or
BLACK+DECKER service agents. Always use genuine spare
parts (Replacement chain part number RC600)
Switching on and off
Warning!
Never attempt to lock or fix a switch actuator in the
on position.
Open the oiling cover (10) and insert the bottle into the oil
filling hole (15) , apply pressure to the bottle once to
dispense oil.