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40V BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW

2008702(2000800)

 

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

Battery  (Sold Separately) 

(40V, 4Ah Model # 29662)

Charger (Sold Separately)

(40V Model: 29692 )

Summary of Contents for 2000800

Page 1: ...d 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 Battery Sold Separately 40V 4Ah Model 2966...

Page 2: ...Battery Disposal 34 Troubleshooting 35 Warranty 37 Exploded View 38 Part List 39 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 40V LITHIUM ION BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW Type Cordless battery powered Motor 40 V Voltage 40V Lithium...

Page 3: ...ool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged...

Page 4: ...ands of untrained users 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...

Page 5: ...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...

Page 6: ...o these chemicals work inven a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles CHILD SAFETY Tragic accid...

Page 7: ...chainsaw 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...

Page 8: ...s in compliance with lithium ion battery recycling program requirements Safety Alert Symbol Precautions that involve your safety Read the Instruction Manual To reduce the risk of injury user must read...

Page 9: ...e injury CAUTION Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage SYMBOLS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 9 SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING W A R N I N G To avoid serious personal in...

Page 10: ...l as a knowledge of the project you are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules On Off Switch Rear Handle Switch Trigger Quick View swit...

Page 11: ...curred during shipping Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product If any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 888 909 6757 for...

Page 12: ...N G Do not insert the battery until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury ASSEMBLY ADDING BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICANT Use a bar a...

Page 13: ...then run for one minute When storing the unit for a long period of time three months or longer be sure the chain is lightly lubricated this will prevent rust on the chain and bar sprocket ASSEMBLY To...

Page 14: ...he chain saw for the first time place the battery in the battery charger and charge it fully Be sure to read all safety precautions and follow the instructions in the battery and charger manuals When...

Page 15: ...ntact with the bar and chain Fit the battery into the chainsaw Press and hold the on off switch This makes the switch trigger operational Press the switch lock and squeeze the switch trigger for conti...

Page 16: ...ting Be sure to maintain both hands on the saw handles at all times Reset the chain brake back into the RUN position by grasping the top of the chain brake lever hand guard and pulling toward the fron...

Page 17: ...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 DO...

Page 18: ...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 un...

Page 19: ...ould 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...

Page 20: ...evel 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...

Page 21: ...ier in this manual When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill side of the log To maintain complete control of the chain saw when cutting through the log release the cutting pressure near the e...

Page 22: ...G 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 OVERBUCKING UNDERBUCKING Begin on the unde...

Page 23: ...k slowly keeping both hands on the chain saw 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 dang...

Page 24: ...pling 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 p...

Page 25: ...les 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 W A R N I N G Never start the motor before instal...

Page 26: ...should face in the direction of chain rotation If they face backwards turn the loop over Place the chain drive links into the bar groove NOTE Make certain of direction of the chain Position the chain...

Page 27: ...nd turn the chain tensioning bolt 1 2 turn clockwise Repeat this process until sag does not exist Hold the tip of the guide bar up and tighten the chain cover lock bolt The chain is correctly tensione...

Page 28: ...ey 5 The chainsaw can now be cleaned with a brush and or rag to remove sawdust and oil 6 To replace the bar and chain loop the chain over the drive pulley and place the bar against the centre alignmen...

Page 29: ...ve links of a correctly tensioned warm chain will hang approximately 1 16 in 1 58 mm out of the bar groove NOTE New chains tend to stretch check the chain tension frequently and tension as required St...

Page 30: ...arance 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...

Page 31: ...ach 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...

Page 32: ...rect Incorrect Hook Backward Slope Raker Depth Gauge Clearance 1 32 0 6 mm SIDE PLATE ANGLE Correct 80 Produced automatically if you use the correct diameter file in the file holder Hook Grabs and dul...

Page 33: ...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 we...

Page 34: ...tery 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 a...

Page 35: ...r cover off and remove the bar and saw 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 sp...

Page 36: ...chainsaw do the work and do not force the cut Battery is not charged Charge the battery Refer to the battery and charger manual for correct charging procedures The saw chain needs lubrication and will...

Page 37: ...hat 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 own...

Page 38: ...38 EXPLODED VIEW...

Page 39: ...bard 1 5 31101590 Chain 1 6 34102590 Side Cover 1 7 34129583 2 Lock Knob 1 8 32206590A Screw 1 9 34108583A Chain Tension Knob 1 10 32209590 Clip 1 11 33902102C Sproket 1 12 311301065 Rear Handle 1 13...

Page 40: ...TOLL FREE HELPLINE 1 888 90WORKS 888 909 6757 Rev 00 07 10 17 Printed in China on 100 Recycled Paper Greenworks Tools P O Box 1238 Mooresville NC 28115...

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