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activated if pressure is applied against the guard or when, in the event of
kickback, the operator’s hand strikes the lever. When the chain brake is
activated, chain movement abruptly stops and the power supply to the
motor is immediately cut off. The purpose of the chain brake is to reduce
the possibility of injury due to kickback. The chain brake   cannot, howe-
ver, provide the measure of intended protection if the saw is carelessly
operated. The chain brake is disengaged (chain can move) when the
brake is pulled back and locked. This is the normal running position (Fig.
9A). The chain brake is engaged (chain cannot move) when the brake is
in forward position (Fig. 9B).

Note: 

The motor will not start if the chain brake is in the engaged position.

Caution! The chain brake should not be used for starting and
stopping the saw during normal operation.

Chain brake test:
Before cutting with your saw, the chain brake should be tested as follows:
A.

Make sure the chain brake is disengaged (Fig. 9A).

B.

Place the saw on a firm, flat, dry surface that is clear of any debris.
Do not let he saw come in   contact with any objects.

C. Plug the unit into the power source 230 V.
D. Grasp the front handle (not the Chain Brake / Hand Guard Lever) with

your left hand. Thumb and fingers should encircle the handle.

E.

Grasp the rear handle with your right hand. Thumb and fingers should
encircle the handle.

F.

Depress the lock / off button with your right thumb. Squeeze the trig-
ger with your index finger. (Fig. 7D, page 13)

G. While the motor is running, activate the chain brake by rolling your left

hand forward against the lever.

H. Chain and motor should stop abruptly.

Warning! If the chain and motor fail to stop when the chain
brake is engaged, take the saw to the nearest authorized dea-
ler. Do not use the saw if the chain brake is not in proper wor-

king order.

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Operations instructions

Caution! If the chain is too loose, more than 3mm after apply-
ing down force with finger, as shown in Fig. 4. It needs to be
adjusted, otherwise the stopping time might result in safety
hazard.

To adjust saw chain tension:
1.

To adjust the chain is simple, turn the knob (B) clock wise. To loosen
the chain just turn anticlockwise. (Fig. 5)

2.

After adjustment and while wearing heavy duty work gloves, move the
saw chain back and forth on the guide bar to be sure the chain moves
freely and is properly engaged with socket.

Note: 

If the chain is difficult to rotate or if it binds on the guide bar, too

much tension has been applied and must be adjusted. To decrease tensi-
on, turn the tension ring anticlockwise slowly. Move the chain back and
forth until it moves freely.

Fig.5

HELPLINE No. UK 0905-1460005 

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Model Number: GCS-2000

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Summary of Contents for GCS-2000

Page 1: ...CS 2000 After Sales Support Now you have purchased a Gardenline product you can rest assured in the knowledge that as well as your 3 year parts and labour warranty you have the added peace of mind of...

Page 2: ...r GCS 2000 43 03 Introduction 04 Machine data 07 Safety instructions 19 Assembly instructions 22 Operation instructions 31 Maintenance 38 Warranty 39 Parts List 40 Exploded view HELPLINE No UK 0905 14...

Page 3: ...oryourownsafetyandthatofothers werecommendthatyou readthisinstructionmanualcarefullybeforeusingthisElectric ChainSaw Keepthisinstructionmanualandthedocumentation providedwiththeElectricChainSawforfutu...

Page 4: ...eight 5 4kg Oilcapacity 200ml Brakingtime 0 15sec Vibrationfronthandle 5 77m s2 Vibrationrearhandle 4 89m s2 Lpa soundpressure 91dB A Lwa soundpower 105dB A Machine data 2 3 16 9 11 10 1 13 7 15 8 HEL...

Page 5: ...Fronthandle 12 Guidebar 13 Sawchain 14 Spikedbumper 15 Rearhandguard 16 Guidebarnose 17 Oiltankinspectionwindow 18 Cordretainer 19 Chaincatcher HELPLINE No UK 0905 1460005 0 06 min IRELAND 1520 932626...

Page 6: ...Number GCS 2000 39 Parts list 8 Safetyfeatures Numbersprecedingthedescriptionscorrespondwiththenumbersaboveto helpyoulocatethesafetyfeature 3 Triggerstart stopswitch Stopssawmotorwhenreleased 9 Chainb...

Page 7: ...ctionsforuse Readtheusermanualbeforeusingthemachine Inaccordancewithessentialapplicablesafetystandardsof Europeandirectives ClassIImachine Doubleinsulation Youdon tneedanyearthed plug Wheneverthemachi...

Page 8: ...ottoexposethistooltorainandremoveplug frommainsimmediatelyifthesupplycableisdamaged Warning Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and...

Page 9: ...e Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock Always use tool in conjunction with a residual circuit breaker device f Take extra care not to severe or snag the electrical...

Page 10: ...ildren and do not allow per sons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users e Maintain power tools Check f...

Page 11: ...r accidental contact with the saw chain Do not operate a chain saw in a tree Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in personal injury Always keep proper footing and operate the chain...

Page 12: ...or tip of the guide bar touches an object or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction kicking the guide bar up and bac...

Page 13: ...on the motor or outsi de air vents Follow the manufacturer s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain how to sharpen the saw Cut at high motor speeds Operation of a chain saw should...

Page 14: ...felling keep at least 2 tree lengths between yourself and your fellow workers Keep everyone especially children and pets away from the area of operation Never allow children to operate the appliance...

Page 15: ...le cutting B Keep the left arm as straight as possible C Keep weight on both feet Caution While the saw is cutting be sure the chain and bar are being properly lubricated Warning 1 Beware of kick back...

Page 16: ...tering Second underbuck to meet first cut and avoid pin ching Fig 12C Note The best way to hold a log while bucking is to use a sawhorse When this is not possible the log should be raised and supporte...

Page 17: ...gets close to the hinge the tree should begin to fall When tree begins to fall remove saw from cut unplug put chain saw down and leave area along retreat path Fig 10A Operations instructions HELPLINE...

Page 18: ...es unstable and starts to move This will prevent the guide bar from binding in the felling cut if you have misjudged the falling directi on Make sure no bystanders have entered the range of the fallin...

Page 19: ...e utility company before making any cuts Operations instructions Assembly requirements Your new chain saw may require installation of the guide bar saw chain sprocket cover adjustment of chain and fil...

Page 20: ...ingers should encircle the handle F Depress the lock off button with your right thumb Squeeze the trig ger with your index finger Fig 7D page 13 G While the motor is running activate the chain brake b...

Page 21: ...e bar which occurs when the saw chain at the nose of the bar accidentally strikes an object or is pin ched in the cut The Hand Guard also protects your left hand in the event it slips off the front ha...

Page 22: ...k off button is a safety device to avoid accidental starting To stop the motor The saw motor will automatically stop when the trigger is released The lock off button will have to be depressed and the...

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