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40V 14” BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW

CS40L210

Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.

Owner’s Manual

TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS

(888.909.6757)

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Page 1: ...40V 14 BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW CS40L210 Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool Owner s Manual TOLL FREE HELPLINE 1 888 90WORKS 888 909 6757 www GreenWorksTools com ...

Page 2: ... Exploded View 41 Part List 42 PRODUCT Specifications 40V CORDLESS CHAINSAW Type Cordless Motor Brushless Voltage 40V Lithium Ion Bar Length 14 350 mm Chain Pitch 3 8 LP 9 5 mm Chain Gauge 043 1 27 mm Chain Type 90PX052X Drive Links 52 DL Guide Bar Type 140SDEA041 Oil Tank Capacity 3 6 oz 100 ml Bucking Spikes Metal Unit Weight Without 2Ah Battery 8 15 lbs 3 7 kg Unit Weight With 2Ah Battery 11 lb...

Page 3: ...hat may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a chainsaw Do not use a chainsaw while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating chainsaws may result in serious personal injury Use safety equip...

Page 4: ...sories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the chainsaw for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation SERVICE Have your chainsaw serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the chainsaw is mainta...

Page 5: ... a chainsaw in a tree Operation of a chainsaw while up in a tree may result in personal injury Always keep proper footing and operate the chainsaw 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 chainsaw When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back When the tension in the wood fib...

Page 6: ...pproved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles CHILD SAFETY Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the presence of children Keep children out of the working area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult Do not allow children under the age of 18 to operate this chainsaw Children who are 18 years of age and...

Page 7: ...hainsaw user you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK 1 Maintain a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chainsaw handles with both hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces Kickback can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken Do not l...

Page 8: ...can minimize the force of a kickback reaction by preventing the cutters from digging in too deeply at the kickback zone Only use replacement chain that is equivalent to original chain or has been certified as low kickback chain per ANSI B175 1 Low kickback skip tooth saw chain is a chain that has met the kickback performance requirements of ANSI B175 1 1991 When tested on the representative sample...

Page 9: ...Precautions that involve your safety Read the Instruction Manual To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand the Instruction manual before using this product Eye Protection Wear eye protection when operating this equipment Wear Ear Protection Wear ear protection when operating this equipment Gloves Wear non slip heavy duty protective gloves when handling the chainsaw and the blade S...

Page 10: ...CE CENTER for repair When servicing use only identical replacement parts W A R N I N G Do not use on wet ground Disconnect before cleaning or changing accessories W A R N I N G To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you have read this Owner s Manual thoroughly and understand it completely If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in this Owner s Manu...

Page 11: ...l as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules Fig 1 6 13 1 2 3 4 5 7 12 8 9 11 10 1 Safety Lock 8 Guard 2 Trigger 9 Bar 3 Rear Handle 10 Bar Nuts 4 Front Handle 11 Chain Tensioner Screw 5 Oil Cap 12 Scrench 6 Quick View Oil Indicator 13 Scabbard 7 Low Kickback Chain ...

Page 12: ...parts are damaged or missing please call 1 888 909 6757 for assistance PACKING LIST Chainsaw Scabbard Scrench 13mm Located Inside Rear Handle Battery Charger Bar and Chain Operator s Manual W A R N I N G If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced Using a product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury W A R N I N G Do ...

Page 13: ...d fill the oil tank when quick view oil indicator is below the MIN line Repeat as needed NOTE Chainsaw comes from the factory with no bar and chain oil added The level should also be checked after every 20 minutes of use and refilled as needed NOTE Do not use dirty used or otherwise contaminated oils Damage may occur to the bar or chain It is normal for oil to seep from the saw when not in use To ...

Page 14: ... for information regarding available recycling and disposal options BATTERY TO INSTALL THE BATTERY 1 Align the battery with the battery opening 2 Insert the battery into the battery opening until the battery release button locks into place 3 Push down on the battery until it locks into place You should hear a click once it is installed ...

Page 15: ...e to read all safety precautions and follow the instructions in the battery and charger manuals When storing the chainsaw for a prolonged period of time remove the battery When the chainsaw is going to be used again charge the battery for at least a full charging period The battery has no memory effect W A R N I N G Follow these instructions in order to avoid injury and to reduce the risk of elect...

Page 16: ...ions are in the immediate vicinity which could come in contact with the bar and chain Insert the battery into the chainsaw Press in the safety lock This makes the trigger operational Press and hold the trigger and keep it pressed for continued operation B Stopping the Chainsaw Release the trigger Upon release of the trigger the safety lock will be automatically reset to the lock position Trigger S...

Page 17: ...nd the thumb is wrapped underneath This grip is least likely to be broken by a kickback or other sudden reaction of the saw Any grip in which the thumb and fingers are on the same side of the handle is dangerous because a slight kickback of the saw can cause loss of control e W A R N I N G DO NOT operate the trigger with your left hand and hold the front handle with your right hand Never allow any...

Page 18: ...e wood Press the safety lock in and squeeze the trigger then release the safety lock and let the chain accelerate to full speed before entering the cut Begin cutting with the saw against the log Keep the unit running the entire time you are cutting maintain a steady speed The chain will cut for you exert only light downward pressure Forcing the cut could result in damage to the bar chain or motor ...

Page 19: ... make contact with any utility line the utility company should be notified immediately Operator should keep on the uphill side of terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide after it is felled Pick your escape route or routes in case the intended route is blocked Clear the immediate area around the tree and make sure there are no obstructions in your planned path of retreat Clear the path of sa...

Page 20: ...level and horizontal and at a minimum of 2 in 5 cm above the horizontal cut of the notch On large diameter trees stop the back cut before it is deep enough for the tree to either fall or settle back on the stump Then insert soft wooden or plastic wedges into the cut so they do As tree starts to fall stop the chainsaw and put it down immediately Retreat along the cleared path but watch the action i...

Page 21: ...arlier in this manual When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill side of the log To maintain complete control of the chainsaw when cutting through the log release the cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the chainsaw handles Do not let the chain contact the ground After completing the cut wait for the saw chain to stop before you move the chainsaw Always s...

Page 22: ...t One End Finishing Cut Load 1St Cut 1 3 Dia Log Supported At Both Ends Load 1St Cut 1 3 Dia Finishing Cut Overbucking Begin on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log exert light pressure downward Note that the saw will tend to pull away from you Underbucking Begin on the under side of the log with the top of the saw against the log exert light pressure upward During un...

Page 23: ...k slowly keeping both hands on the chainsaw with a firm grip Always make sure your footing is secure and your weight is distributed evenly on both feet Do not cut from a ladder This is extremely dangerous Leave this operation for professionals Do not cut above chest height as a saw held higher is difficult to control against kickback When pruning trees it is important not to make the finishing cut...

Page 24: ... Cutting springpoles A springpole is any log branch rooted stump or sapling which is bent under tension by other wood so that it springs back if the wood holding it is cut or removed On a fallen tree a rooted stump has a high potential of springing back to the upright position during the bucking cut to separate the log from the stump Watch out for springpoles they are dangerous SPRINGPOLE W A R N ...

Page 25: ...fety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust If the operation is dusty also wear a dust mask W A R N I N G Never start the motor before installing the guide bar chain bar cover and bar nuts Without all these parts in place the clutch can fly off or explode exposing the user to possible serious injury W A R N I N G To avoid serious personal injur...

Page 26: ...pray wash or immerse the air vents in water 2 Wipe off the housing and the plastic components using a moist soft cloth Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic housing or plastic components Certain household cleaners may cause damage and may cause a shock hazard CHECKING BATTERY CAPACITY Press the Battery Capacity Indicator BCI button The lights will illuminate according to the batt...

Page 27: ...ED GREEN ORANGE Off RED RED RED RED RED BLINKING 3 1 2 False Defect Note When the battery is inserted into the charger and the status LED flashes remove the battery from the charger for 1 minute then reinsert If the status LED indicates normal then the battery pack is good If the status LED is still blinking remove the battery pack and unplug the charger Wait 1 minute and plug the charger back in ...

Page 28: ...ot the CHARGING LED indicator light on the charger may switch on and illuminate ORANGE If this occurs allow the battery to cool outside of the charger from approximately 30 minutes CHARGER MOUNTING 1 This charger can be installed hanging on a wall using two screws not supplied 2 Locate the placement for the charger to be wall mounted 3 If fastening to wood studs use 2 wood screws 4 Drill two holes...

Page 29: ...the chainsaw Remove the supplied scrench from the rear handle Unscrew the bar cover by rotating them counterclockwise Remove the bar and chain from the mounting surface Chain Tensioner Screw Mounting Surface Chain Bar Cover Scrench Chain Tensioning Slot Bar Nuts Gasket n Bar ...

Page 30: ...he chain drive links into the bar groove Cutters Chain Rotation Drive Links NOTE Make sure the chain is not put on backwards Position the chain so there is a loop at the back of the bar Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop around the sprocket Make sure the bar hole fits well with bolt for saw chain tension Replace the bar cover Bar Groove Chain Drive Links Cutters ...

Page 31: ...perly tensioned Push the bar upwards and check the chain tension again Do not tension the chain too tight After the chain is properly tensioned tighten the bar nuts NOTE The saw chain is properly tensioned if in the middle of the guide bar it can be lifted 3mm to 4mm from the edge of the guide bar ...

Page 32: ...e tensioning hole 7 Wipe the oil from the rubber block and bar which helps keep the tension on the chain 8 Replace the bar cover 9 Tighten the bar cover by rotating the bar nuts clockwise with the scrench Do not tighten down the bar nuts all the way Refer to step 10 10 With the bar nuts slightly loosened turn the chain tensioning screw clockwise to tighten the chain Once chain is properly tensione...

Page 33: ...is very sharp Always wear protective gloves when performing maintenance on the chain W A R N I N G A chain tensioned while warm may be too tight upon cooling Check the cold tension before next use NOTE During normal saw operation the temperature of the chain increases The drive links of a correctly tensioned warm chain will hang approximately 1 16 in 1 3 mm out of the bar groove NOTE New chains te...

Page 34: ...uge clearance Too low increases the potential for kickback Not low enough decreases cutting ability If the cutter teeth hit hard objects such as nails or stones or are abraded by mud or sand on the wood have an authorized service center sharpen the chain 1 32 in 0 6 mm Raker Depth Gauge Clearance NOTE Inspect the sprocket for wear or damage when replacing the chain If signs of wear or damage are p...

Page 35: ...steel on each return stroke Put a few firm strokes on every tooth File all left hand cutters in one direction Then move to the other side and file the right hand cutters in the opposite direction Remove filings from the file with a wire brush Top Place Rivet Hole Heel Gullet Side Plate Depth Gauge Toe Left hand Cutters Right hand Cutters Cutting Corner Parts Of A Cutter W A R N I N G Make sure the...

Page 36: ... the correct diameter file in the file holder Hook Grabs and dulls quickly increases the potential of kickback Results from using a file with a diameter too small or a file held too low Backward Slope Needs too much feed pressure causes excessive wear to the bar and chain Results from using a file with a diameter too large or file held too high Top Place Filling Angle Side Plate Filling Angle Corr...

Page 37: ... when adjusting depth gauges Depth Gauge Jointer Flat file Restore Original shape by Rounding the front MAINTAINING THE GUIDE BAR Every week of use reverse the guide bar on the saw to distribute the wear for maximum bar life The bar should be cleaned every day of use and checked for wear and damage Feathering or burring of the bar rails is a normal process of bar wear Such faults should be smoothe...

Page 38: ... or breaks whether it leaks or nort do not recharge it and do not use it Dispose of it and replace it with a new battery pack DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT Follow these instructions and to avoid damage to the environment Cover the battery s terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape Do not attempt to remove or destroy any of the components of the battery pack Do not attempt to open the battery pack If ...

Page 39: ...om the unit Take the bar cover off and remove the bar and chain Clean all debris from the chainsaw After all debris is cleared insert battery and run the chainsaw If the sprocket is spinning your motor is okay If the sprocket is not spinning call customer service at 1 888 909 6757 Motor runs chain rotates but does not cut Dull chain Sharpen chain Chain on backwards Reverse direction of chain Chain...

Page 40: ...s manuals directions and regulations in order to be valid Items not covered by warranty 1 Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse commercial use abuse neglect accident improper maintenance or alteration or 2 The unit if it has not been operated and or maintained in accordance with the owner s manual or 3 Normal wear except as noted below 4 Routine maintenance items such as lubricants bl...

Page 41: ...41 EXPLODED VIEW ...

Page 42: ...4 Oil Cap Assembly 1 5 333101734B 14 Bar 1 6 34100590 Scabbard 1 7 311101734 Chain 1 8 33902102B Sprocket 1 9 32209590 C Clip 1 10 311081734 Bar Cover 1 11 322091063 1 Bar Nuts 2 TOLL FREE HELPLINE 1 888 90WORKS 888 909 6757 Rev 00 03 04 16 Printed in China on 100 Recycled Paper Greenworks Tools P O Box 3130 Mooresville North Carolina 28117 ...

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