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5. 

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and 

balance at all times.

 This enables better control 

of the power tool in unexpected situations.

6. 

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or 

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves 

away from moving parts.

 Loose clothes, jewel

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lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

7. 

If devices are provided for the connection of 

dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure 

these are connected and properly used.

 Use of 

dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

Power tool use and care

1. 

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct 

power tool for your application.

 The correct 

power tool will do the job better and safer at the 

rate for which it was designed.

2. 

Do not use the power tool if the switch does 

not turn it on and off.

 Any power tool that cannot 

be controlled with the switch is dangerous and 

must be repaired.

3. 

Disconnect the plug from the power source 

and/or the battery pack from the power tool 

before making any adjustments, changing 

accessories, or storing power tools.

 Such pre-

ventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting 

the power tool accidentally.

4. 

Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-

dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with 

the power tool or these instructions to operate 

the power tool.

 Power tools are dangerous in the 

hands of untrained users.

5. 

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment 

or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts 

and any other condition that may affect the 

power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the 

power tool repaired before use.

 Many accidents 

are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

6. 

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

 Properly 

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges 

are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

7. 

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. 

in accordance with these instructions, taking into 

account the working conditions and the work to be 

performed.

 Use of the power tool for operations different 

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Battery tool use and care

1. 

Recharge only with the charger specified by 

the manufacturer.

 A charger that is suitable for 

one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire 

when used with another battery pack.

2. 

Use power tools only with specifically desig

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nated battery packs.

 Use of any other battery 

packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

3. 

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away 

from other metal objects, like paper clips, 

coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal 

objects, that can make a connection from one 

terminal to another.

 Shorting the battery termi-

nals together may cause burns or a fire.

4. 

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected 

from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-

dentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts 

eyes, additionally seek medical help.

 Liquid ejected 

from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Service

1. 

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified 

repair person using only identical replacement 

parts.

 This will ensure that the safety of the power 

tool is maintained.

2. 

Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-

ing accessories.

3. 

Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and 

grease.

Cordless Chain saw safety warnings

1. 

Keep all parts of the body away from the saw 

chain when the chain saw is operating. Before 

you start the chain saw, make sure the saw 

chain is not contacting anything.

 A moment of 

inattention while operating chain saws may cause 

entanglement of your clothing or body with the 

saw chain.

2. 

Always hold the chain saw with your right 

hand on the rear handle and your left hand on 

the front handle.

 Holding the chain saw with a 

reversed hand configuration increases the risk of 

personal injury and should never be done.

3. 

Hold the power tool by insulated gripping 

surfaces only, because the saw chain may con-

tact hidden wiring.

 Saw chains contacting a "live" 

wire may make exposed metal parts of the power 

tool "live" and could give the operator an electric 

shock.

4. 

Wear safety glasses and hearing protection.

 

Further protective equipment for head, hands, 

legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protec

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tive clothing will reduce personal injury by flying 

debris or accidental contact with the saw chain.

5. 

Do not operate a chain saw in a tree.

 Operation 

of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in 

personal injury.

6. 

Always keep proper footing and operate the 

chain saw only when standing on fixed, secure 

and level surface.

 Slippery or unstable surfaces 

such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or 

control of the chain saw.

7. 

When cutting a limb that is under tension be 

alert for spring back.

 When the tension in the 

wood fibres is released the spring loaded limb may 

strike the operator and/or throw the chain saw out 

of control.

8. 

Use extreme caution when cutting brush and 

saplings.

 The slender material may catch the saw 

chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off 

balance.

9. 

Carry the chain saw by the front handle with 

the chain saw switched off and away from your 

body. When transporting or storing the chain 

saw always fit the guide bar cover.

 Proper 

handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood 

of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.

10. 

Follow instructions for lubricating, chain ten-

sioning and changing accessories.

 Improperly 

tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or 

increase the chance for kickback.

11. 

Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and 

grease.

 Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing 

loss of control.

Summary of Contents for DUC353PG2

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Chain Saw DUC303 DUC353 DUC400 ENGLISH Original instructions Read before use ...

Page 2: ...th battery cartridge according to EPTA Procedure 01 2003 WARNING Use appropriate combination of the guide bar and saw chain Otherwise personal injury may result Symbols The following show the symbols used for the equip ment Be sure that you understand their meaning before use Read instruction manual Wear safety glasses Wear ear protection Wear a helmet goggles and ear protection Use appropriate pr...

Page 3: ...ble liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical Safety 1 Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce ...

Page 4: ...urns or a fire 4 Under abusive conditions liquid may be ejected from the battery avoid contact If contact acci dentally occurs flush with water If liquid contacts eyes additionally seek medical help Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns Service 1 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safet...

Page 5: ...and ten sioned in accordance with the regulations 15 Do not start the chain saw with the chain cover being installed on it Starting the chain saw with the chain cover being installed on it may cause the chain cover to thrown out forward resulting in personal injury and damage to objects around the operator SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product gained from r...

Page 6: ... fully charged battery car tridge Overcharging shortens the battery service life 3 Charge the battery cartridge with room tem perature at 10 C 40 C 50 F 104 F Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it 4 Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period more than six months PARTS DESCRIPTION 2 1 17 3 4 5 6 11 13 15 12 18 7 8 10 16 9 14 1 Battery cartridge 2 Front ha...

Page 7: ...eing inserted correctly NOTE The tool does not work with only one battery cartridge NOTE Pay attention to the position of your fin gers when installing the battery The button will be depressed unintentionally Tool battery protection system The tool is equipped with a tool battery protection sys tem This system automatically cuts off power to the motor to extend tool and battery life The tool will ...

Page 8: ...if the switch trigger is pulled under unoperatable conditions The lamp blinks if you turn on the main power switch while holding down the lock off lever and the switch trigger pull the switch trigger while the chain brake is applied release the chain brake while holding down the lock off lever and pulling the switch trigger NOTE This chain saw employs the auto power off function To avoid unintenti...

Page 9: ...t is performed the saw may not be used under any circumstances Consult our authorized service center 1 Press the lock off lever then pull the switch trig ger The saw chain starts immediately 2 Push the front hand guard forwards with the back of your hand Make sure that the chain saw comes to an immediate standstill 2 3 1 2 3 1 1 Front hand guard 2 Unlocked position 3 Locked position Checking the r...

Page 10: ...release the saw chain tension 1 1 Adjusting dial 3 Turn the lever counterclockwise until the sprocket cover comes off 1 2 1 Lever 2 Sprocket cover 4 Remove the sprocket cover then remove the saw chain and guide bar from the chain saw body To install the saw chain perform the following steps 1 Make sure the direction of the chain The arrow mark on the chain shows the direction of the chain 2 Fit in...

Page 11: ...o loose can jump off the bar and it may cause an injury accident The saw chain may become loose after many hours of use From time to time check the saw chain tension before use 1 Press and fully open the lever until it clicks Turn it counterclockwise a little to loosen sprocket cover lightly 1 2 1 Lever 2 Sprocket cover 2 Lift up the guide bar tip slightly and adjust the chain tension Turn the adj...

Page 12: ...re that the provided oil tank cap is screwed in place WORKING WITH THE CHAIN SAW CAUTION The first time user should as a minimum practice do cutting logs on a saw horse or cradle CAUTION When sawing precut timber use a safe support saw horse or cradle Do not steady the workpiece with your foot and do not allow anyone else to hold or steady it CAUTION Secure round pieces against rotation CAUTION Ke...

Page 13: ...rst Then make the final cut from the tensioned side B This prevents the bar from becoming trapped A B A B Limbing CAUTION Limbing may only be performed by trained persons A hazard is presented by the risk of kickback When limbing support the chain saw on the trunk if possible Do not cut with the tip of the bar as this pres ents a risk of kickback Pay particular attention to branches under tension ...

Page 14: ...d be planned and cleared as necessary before cuts are started The escape path should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the expected line of fall as illustrated in figure 1 2 2 3 3 1 Felling direction 2 Danger zone 3 Escape route When felling trees follow the proceduers below 1 Cut a scarf as close to the ground as possible First make the horizontal cut to a depth of 1 5 1 3 of the trunk di...

Page 15: ...1 1 3 1 1 Cutter length 2 Distance between cutting edge and depth gauge 3 Minimum cutter length 3 mm All cutter length must be equal Different cutter lengths prevent the saw chain from running smoothly and may cause the saw chain to break Do not sharpen the chain when the cutter length has reached 3 mm or shorter The chain must be replaced with new one The chip thickness is determined by the dista...

Page 16: ...t of the depth gauge again Cleaning the guide bar Chips and sawdust will build up in the guide bar groove They may clog the bar groove and impair the oil flow Clean out the chips and sawdust every time when you sharpen or replace the saw chain Cleaning the sprocket cover Chips and saw dust will accumulate inside of the sprocket cover Remove the sprocket cover and saw chain from the tool then clean...

Page 17: ...n Have the sprocket replaced in this case Before fitting a new saw chain check the condition of the sprocket 1 2 1 Sprocket 2 Areas to be worn out Always fit a new locking ring when replacing the sprocket 1 2 1 Locking ring 2 Sprocket NOTICE Make sure that the sprocket is installed as shown in the figure Storing the tool 1 Clean the tool before storing Remove any chips and sawdust from the tool af...

Page 18: ...ce center Check item Operating time Before operation Everyday Every week Every 3 month Annually Before storage Chain saw Inspection Cleaning Check at authorized service center Saw chain Inspection Sharpening if necessary Guide bar Inspection Remove from the chain saw Chain brake Check the function Have it inspected regularly at authorized service center Chain lubrication Check the oil feed rate Sw...

Page 19: ...harg ing is not effective replace the battery cartridge The drive system does not work correctly Ask the authorized service center in your region for repair The main power lamp is blinking Switch trigger is pulled under an unoperat able condition Pull the switch trigger after the main power switch is turned on and the chain brake is released Chain does not stop even the chain brake is activated St...

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