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Model Number: KSI 2100-40
CAUTION: No buttons should be pressed when the chain brake is re-
leased (hand protection pulled back in the direction of the handle and
locked).
Always ensure before starting the chainsaw that the hand protection 4 is
locked in the operating position. To do this, pull back the hand protection
in the direction of the handle.
5.2. Rundown brake
In accordance with the latest regulations, this chainsaw is equipped with a
mechanical rundown brake. This brake is connected to the chain brake and
stops the running chain after the chainsaw has been switched off.
It is activated by releasing the ON/OFF switch. The rundown brake avoids injuries
through the coasting of the chain.
5.3. Safety starting lock
The starting delay that is effective for about 3 sec. after each switch-off of the chainsaw
provides for additional safety.
Thus, for your own safety, there is a delay of 3 seconds before the device can
be switched on again after each time it is switched off.
Only after this phase, the saw may be operated again by pushing the locking
button 15 and subsequently activating the operating switch 9, as described in
the section ‘Switching on’.
5.4. Chain catch bolt
This chainsaw is fitted with a chain catch bolt (17). If the chain breaks
when the saw is in operation, the chain bolt will catch the loose chain end
and thus prevent injury to the operator‘s hand.
6. Instructions on working properly with the chainsaw
6.1. Removing branches
• Ensure that you are standing firmly.
• Cut a deep notch from below into the branch about 15 cm from the
trunk.
• Now cut the branch from above about 5 cm further out-wards from the
lower notch until the branch drops off.
• In order to remove the rest, cut from below about 1/3 into the remaining
branch close to the trunk.
• Cut into the branch from above until the branch has been removed com-
pletely.
• Do not remove free-hanging branches from below.
6.2. Felling a tree
• Ensure that no one is within the felling area, minimum distance: 2 tree lengths.
• Ensure that no one can be hit by falling branches or the tree to be felled.
• Ensure that there is an escape path as shown in Fig. 10.
• Ensure that you are standing firmly.
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Use only extension cords that are approved for outdoor use and are
not lighter than rubber-sheathed cables of type H07 RN-F according
to DIN/VDE 0282 with a diameter of at least 1.5 sq. mm. They cords
must be splash-proof. If the connection cable of this device should be
damaged it must be replaced by a workshop named by the manufac-
turer only as this work requires the use of special tools. Mobile devices
for outdoor use should be connected over a residual current operated
device.
This chainsaw is fitted with a strain-relief device to provide extra safety for the
connection. First connect the device plug with the connection line. Then form
the connection line into a tight loop and push this through the safety web on
the
lower side of the machine. Hang the loop into the hook as shown in Fig.
The plug connection is now secure against automatic release.
4.4. Switching on
• Press with your thumbs the stopping button 15 on the left side of the rear
handle and then the operating switch 9.
• The stopping button 15 is used for unlocking the switch-on mechanism and
does not need to be pressed again after the device is switched on.
• To switch off the device, release switch 9.
Attention : The sawing chain will start running at high speed imme-
diately. When putting the saw down, make sure that the chain never
gets in touch with stones or metal objects.
5.
Safety devices on your chain brake
5.1. Chain brake
This chainsaw is equipped with a mechanical brake for the chain. In the
case of uncontrolled movements, when the tip of the saw blade gets in
contact with wood or a solid object, the drive of the chain is immediately
stopped by activation of the hand guard 4, the motor will not be stopped.
This brake function is initiated by the back of your hand on the front handle
2 pushing the hand guard. The proper function of the saw chain brake shall
be checked before each use of the saw. About every 10 hours of operation,
the chain brake should be checked for its proper function. After the chain
brake has been activated, wait for the motor to come to a halt before you
engage the clutch again. Do not unnecessarily activate the chain brake as
this may result in increased wear and tear
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