BEFORE USE
• With the chainsaw unplugged, check the chainsaw and cable are in good
working order before starting the chainsaw.
• Make sure that the chain lubrication is working and check the oil level.
• Check the chain tension and the operation of the chain brake.
SETTING THE CHAIN
TENSION
• The Electric Chainsaw is
fitted with a tool-less
tensioning system.
• Loosen the lock knob by
turning it anti-clockwise
approximately 1-2 turns.
• Check that all chain links
lie correctly in the tracks
of the guide bar.
• Press the tension ring in and turn in a clockwise direction until the correct
chain tension is reached.
• The correct tension is reached when, in the middle of the bar, the chain can
only be raised by approximately 3-4mm.
FILLING WITH OIL
• The Electric Chainsaw will arrive to you without chain oil in the tank.
Do NOT
use the chainsaw without correct grade chain oil in or with an oil level below
the minimum level indicated.
• When re-filling chain oil, always switch off and unplug before refilling.
• Remove oil tank cap and fill the tank with chain oil. Replace cap and tighten
securely.
• The self-lubricating system only activates when the chainsaw is switched on.
• Periodically check the oil level and top up if necessary.
• Use good quality, fresh chain oil, to prolong the life of moving parts.
•
Do NOT
use old oil as this may contain impurities.
• Ensure that dirt does not get into the oil tank during the re-filling process.
CHECKING THE SELF-LUBRICATION SYSTEM IS FUNCTIONING
Check the self-lubrication system is working correctly by pointing the tip of the
saw towards a piece of paper placed on the ground. The chainsaw must be
switched on. If a patch of oil appears and becomes larger, then the self-
lubrication system is working. If there is no oil on the paper, even though the oil
tank is full, then the self-lubrication system is not working.
If the self-lubrication system is not working, remove the chain and guide bar
and clean out the oil ways of the chainsaw and guide bar. On reassembly, if
the self-lubrication system is still not working, please take it to an authorised
service centre.
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ASSEMBLY
FITTING THE GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN
• Place the chainsaw on its
side so it is on a secure mat
to avoid any oil damage or
to the surface beneath.
• Using a Phillips head
screwdriver remove the
screw directly below the
locking knob.
• Loosen and remove the
locking knob by twisting
anti-clockwise. Remove the
cover so you can access the
drive sprocket and tension
bolt.
• Place the chain in the groove
of the guide bar. Pay
attention to the correct
running direction as
indicated on the guide bar.
• So the chain will fit around
the guide bar and the drive
sprocket you will need to
release the tension in the
chain. This is easily done by
turning the tension disc in an
anti-clockwise motion until
you can no longer turn it any
further.
• Place the guide bar over the
tension bolt and then place
the chain links around the
drive sprocket in a 45º angle
and then slowly pull the guide
bar down so it fits neatly over
the guide bar plate.
• You may need to adjust
some of the chain links so
they all pass through the
groove in the guide bar.
• Replace the cover and secure
the screw below the locking
knob.
• Replace the locking knob by
twisting in a clockwise
motion (do not over tighten
as this will restrict you from
adjusting the tension of the
chain).
• To adjust the tension of the
chain simply turn the tension
ring in a clockwise motion.
Screw
Locking knob
Guide bar
Tension ring
Tension bolt
Tension disc
Drive sprocket
Screw
Locking knob
