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Original Instructions_MNL_MCS2400_GB_V05_1

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MCS2400

2400W Electric

Chain Saw

Barcode: 5052931013890

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Page 1: ...Original Instructions_MNL_MCS2400_GB_V05_111108 MCS2400 2400W Electric Chain Saw Barcode 5052931013890 MNL_MCS2400_DFT_GB_V05_111108 indd 1 11 8 11 5 17 13 PM ...

Page 2: ... disposal Technical and legal information Guarantee EC declaration of conformity 13 03 03 12 Getting started Before you start Safety These instructions are for your safety Please read through them thoroughly before use and retain them for future reference Let s get started MNL_MCS2400_DFT_GB_V05_111108 indd 2 11 8 11 5 17 13 PM ...

Page 3: ...MCS2400 by MacAllister Getting started GB IE 03 Before you start Your product 1 2 3 4 5 7 9 8 10 13 12 11 6 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 20 MNL_MCS2400_DFT_GB_V05_111108 indd 3 11 8 11 5 17 15 PM ...

Page 4: ...ve all the accessories and tools needed for assembly and operation This also includes suitable personal protective equipment Unpack 24 25 1 Front handle 2 Front guard chain brake 3 Saw chain 4 Guide bar 5 Sprocket nose 6 Guide bar cover 7 Locking wheel 8 Tension wheel 9 Cover 10 Air vents 11 Rear guard 12 Rear handle 13 Power cord with plug 14 Oil tank cap 15 Reset button for circuit breaker 16 Lo...

Page 5: ...heproducttothepowersupplyuntilitiscompletely assembled Always wear gloves during assembly Chain and guide bar Use only the guide bar 4 and saw chain 3 according to the technical data of the product Place the product on a suitable flat surface with the cover 9 facing upwards Loosen the cover 9 by turning the locking wheel 7 anticlockwise Fig 1 a and remove it a b 9 7 Fig 1 Spread the saw chain 3 ou...

Page 6: ... chain which meets the low kickback requirements A standard saw chain a chain which does not have the kickback reducing guard links should only be used by an experienced professional operator Nevertheless a low kickback saw chain does not completely eliminated kickback A low kickback or safety chain should never be regarded as complete protection against injury Therefore always use a low kickback ...

Page 7: ...he interval between future adjustments will lengthen quickly WARNING Unplug the product from the power source before adjusting the saw chain tension The cutting edges of the saw chain are sharp Always wear protective gloves when handling the chain Always maintain proper chain tension A loose chain increases the risk of kickback A loose chain may jump out of the guide bar groove This may injure the...

Page 8: ...r 4 Fig 6 Check the chain tension using one hand to lift the saw chain 3 against the weight of the product The correct chain tension is achieved when the saw chain can be lifted by approximately 2 4 mm from the guide bar 4 in the centre Figs 7 8 8 4 7 Fig 6 2 4 mm Fig 7 Fig 8 Turn the locking wheel 7 clockwise to tighten the cover 9 completely Fig 9 a b 7 Fig 9 MNL_MCS2400_DFT_GB_V05_111108 indd 8...

Page 9: ...on Adequate lubrication of the saw chain during cutting operations is essential to minimise friction with the guide bar Your product is equipped with an automatic oiling system The oiling system automatically delivers the proper amount of oil to the bar and chain Set the product on any suitable surface with the tank cap 14 facing upwards Unscrew and remove the tank cap 14 then add the lubricant in...

Page 10: ...y during operation Refill oil when the oil level is lower than MIN marking Fig 11 Wipe up spilled lubricant with a soft cloth and refit the tank cap 14 Min 14 19 Fig 11 NOTE Always dispose of lubricant used oil and objects contaminated with them in accordance with local regulations MNL_MCS2400_DFT_GB_V05_111108 indd 10 11 8 11 5 17 23 PM ...

Page 11: ...o not use the product without an extension cable connected Always use a residual current supply RCD protected supply WARNING Check the voltage The voltage must comply with the information on the rating label Make sure the on off switch 17 is in its off position Double the extension cable about a foot from the end Lead the loop through the hole on the rear safe guard and hook the loop over the cabl...

Page 12: ...o unauthorised people especially children and pets are nearby or could enter the working area Ensure that the product is free from damage and that it is not worn Make sure that safety devices and accessories are correctly fixed Double check that all assembly tools have been removed from the product before use Undertake periodic structural checks of this product do not use it if you have any doubts...

Page 13: ...re detail 31 32 33 44 45 25 17 14 Product functions Operation Care and maintenance Trouble shooting Recycling and disposal Technical and legal information Guarantee EC declaration of conformity MNL_MCS2400_DFT_GB_V05_111108 indd 13 11 8 11 5 17 28 PM ...

Page 14: ... premises e g for cutting firewood in forested areas The product should not be used on masonry and materials that are harmful to health This product is intended for private domestic use only not for any commercial trade use It must not be used for any purposes other than those described The overload protection may be activated in the following circumstances If you work too quickly Heavy cutting co...

Page 15: ...be carried out before each use The purpose of the chain brake test is to reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback Make sure the chain brake 2 is disengaged Disengage the chain brake 2 by pulling it back towards the front handle 1 Fig 15 Place the product on any suitable flat surface make sure the saw chain 3 is not touching the surface or other objects and connect it to the power supply as...

Page 16: ...ont handle 1 do not hold the chain brake and your right hand holding the rear handle 12 Press the lock off button 16 and hold it in position Squeeze in the on off switch 17 to switch the product on Fig 18 1 2 Fig 18 Release the on off switch 17 to switch the product off NOTE The motor will not start if the chain brake is in the engaged position Press the lock off button 16 with your right thumb th...

Page 17: ...stance Hold the product to the right hand side of your body Fig 19 Fig 19 Basic operating cutting procedure Check the product its power cord and plug as well as accessories for damage before each use Do not use the product if it is damaged or shows wear Double check that accessories and the guide bar saw chain are properly fixed Always hold the product by its handle Keep the handle dry to ensure s...

Page 18: ...d Do not force the saw chain while cutting let the chain do the work using the gripping teeth to apply minimal leverage pressure Do not operate the product with your arms fully extended or attempt to saw areas which are difficult to reach or while on a ladder Never use the product above shoulder height Fig 21 Fig 21 Optimum sawing is achieved if the chain speed remains constant during cutting Be c...

Page 19: ...way from the operator Fig 25 Fig 25 Pinching of the saw chain 3 along the top of the guide bar 4 may push the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator Fig 26 Fig 26 Any of these reactions may cause a loss of control over the product which could result in serious personal injury or even death WARNING Beware of kickback Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the product and result in se...

Page 20: ...orn chain Ensure the chain is sharpened correctly Never saw above shoulder height Never work with the tip of the guide bar Always hold the product firmly with both hands Always use a low kickback chain Apply the metal gripping teeth for leverage Ensure correct chain tension Felling a tree When bucking and felling operations are being performed by two or more persons at the same time the felling op...

Page 21: ...g 28 Felling back cut Make the felling back cut Fig 28 A at least 50 mm higher than the horizontal notching cut Fig 28 Keep the felling back cut parallel to the horizontal notching cut Make the felling back cut so enough wood is left to act as a hinge The hinge Fig 28 C wood keeps the tree from twisting and falling in the wrong direction Do not cut through the hinge As the felling gets close to th...

Page 22: ...When pruning trees it is important not to make the flush cut next to main limp or trunk until you have cut off the limb further out to reduce the weight This prevents stripping the bark from the main member WARNING If the limbs to be pruned are above chest height hire a professional to perform the pruning A spring pole is any log branch rooted stump or sapling which is bent under tension by other ...

Page 23: ... underbuck Then make the finished cut by overbucking to meet the first cut Fig 31 When the log is supported on both ends Fig 32 cut 1 3 the diameter from the top overbuck Then make the finished cut by underbucking the lower 2 3 to meet the first cut Fig 32 When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill side of the log Fig 33 When cutting through to maintain complete control release the cutting...

Page 24: ... enough for you to insert a soft bucking wedge without touching the chain you should use the wedge to hold the cut open to prevent pinching Fig 35 Fig 35 After use Switch the product off disconnect it from the power supply and let it cool down Check clean and store the product as described below Bucking a log MNL_MCS2400_DFT_GB_V05_111108 indd 24 11 8 11 5 17 39 PM ...

Page 25: ...arts Do not operate it if you find broken and worn parts General cleaning WARNING Always switch the product off disconnect it from power supply and let the product cool down before performing inspection maintenance and cleaning work WARNING Only perform repairs and maintenance work according to these instructions All further works must be performed by a qualified specialist NOTE Do not use chemica...

Page 26: ...oduct well maintained Incorrect filing and non standard cutter and depth gauge settings are the causes of most guide bar problems primarily resulting in uneven bar wear As the bar wears unevenly the rails widen which may cause the chain to clatter and make it difficult to complete straight cuts If the guide bar is insufficiently lubricated and the product is operated with a saw chain which is too ...

Page 27: ...4 and chain 3 Fig 37 Fig 37 Check the guide bar rail for wear Hold a ruler straight edge against the side of the guide bar and cutter side plates If there is a gap between the ruler and guide bar the guide bar rail is normal If there is no gap ruler flush against the side of the guide bar the guide bar rail is worn and needs to be replaced with a new one of the same type Fig 38 Fig 38 Turn the gui...

Page 28: ...t chain The saw chain is blunt if you have to push the product into the tree and the chips are very small Have your chain 3 sharpened professionally at an authorised service centre or sharpen the chain yourself using the provided sharpening kit 25 Power Sharp by Oregon device See separate instruction handbook supplied with Oregon Power Sharp WARNING Only sharpen the saw chain yourself if you are t...

Page 29: ...ug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with N or coloured black The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked L or coloured red Only fit an approved 13 Amp BS 1363 or BS 1363 A plug and the correctly rated fuse If in doubt consult a qualified electrician WARNING Never connect live or neutral wires...

Page 30: ... to children The ideal storage temperature is between 10 and 30 C We recommend using the original package for storage or covering the product with a suitable cloth to protect it against dust Switch the product off and disconnect it from power supply before transporting it anywhere Attach transportation guards if applicable Always carry the product by its handle Protect the product from any heavy i...

Page 31: ...down then restart 2 Product does not reach full power 2 1 Extension cord not suitable for operation with this product 2 2 Power source e g generator has too low voltage 2 3 Air vents are blocked 2 1 Use a proper extension cord 2 2 Connect to another power source 2 3 Clean the air vents 3 Unsatisfactory cutting performance 3 1 Saw chain not tensioned properly 3 2 Blunt saw chain 3 1 Tension properl...

Page 32: ...le where facilities exist Check with your Local Authority or local store for recycling advice Petrol oil old oil a mixture of oil and petrol and objects soiled with oil e g cleaning cloths do not belong in the household rubbish Dispose of oily items in accordance with local guidelines and hand them in at recycling centres MNL_MCS2400_DFT_GB_V05_111108 indd 32 11 8 11 5 17 40 PM ...

Page 33: ...el according to EN60745 1 EN60745 2 13 and 2000 14 EC Sound pressure level L pA 84 dB A Sound power level L WA 104 dB A Uncertainty K pA KWA 1 dB A Guaranteed power level L WA 105 dB A Hand arm vibration according to EN60745 1 and EN60745 2 13 Front handle a h 3 195 m s Rear handle a h 2 920 m s Uncertainty K 1 5 m s The declared vibration value has been measured in accordance with a standard test...

Page 34: ...g 20yy and week of manufacturing Wxx R Complies with Directive 2002 95 EC on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment Symbols Technical specifications WARNING Depending on the actual use of the product the vibration values can differ from the declared total Adopt proper measures to protect yourself against vibration exposures Take the whole ...

Page 35: ...the cable is damaged or cut Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backwards what may cause serious injury to user Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided Always use the product with two hands Do not use one handed when operating the product Correct direction of cutting teeth Chain brake Do not expose to rain Objects thrown by the product could hit t...

Page 36: ...t intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the product by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product General power tool safety warnings WARNING Read all safet...

Page 37: ...tool 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 or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of ...

Page 38: ... 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 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 Do not use the power...

Page 39: ... safety warnings 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 Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front ha...

Page 40: ...e chain saw for purposes not intended For example do not use chain saw for cutting plastic masonry or non wood building materials Use of the chain saw for operations different than intended could result in a hazardous situation Causes and operator prevention of kickback Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain i...

Page 41: ...d be supplied via a residual current device RCD with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA Position the cord so that it will not be caught on branches and the like during cutting It is recommended that first time user should as a minimum practice cutting logs on a saw horse or cradle Clothing and protective equipment Do secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level Do not wear loose fitt...

Page 42: ...cross a number of days Emergency Familiarise yourself with the use of this product by means of this instruction manual Memorise the safety directions and follow them to the letter This will help to prevent risks and hazards Always be alert when using this product so that you can recognise and handle risks early Fast intervention can prevent serious injury and damage to property Switch off and disc...

Page 43: ...appear seek medical advice immediately Whitefinger symptoms include numbness loss of feeling tingling pricking pain loss of strength changes in skin colour or condition These symptoms normally appear in the fingers hands or wrists The risk increases at low temperatures Technical and legal information WARNING This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation This field may under some ...

Page 44: ...ems of a greater value and or specification This guarantee does not cover defects caused by or resulting from Misuse abuse or neglect Trade professional or hire use Repairs attempted by anyone other than our authorised repair centre call 0845 300 2577 Damage caused by foreign objects substances or accident In the unlikely event that this product does develop a fault please call the helpline on 084...

Page 45: ...andards and technical specifications referred to EN 60745 1 EN 60745 2 13 EN 55014 1 EN 55014 2 EN 61000 3 2 EN 61000 3 11 Measured Sound Power Level 104 dB A Guaranteed Sound Power Level 105 dB A The conformity assessment followed was according to Annex V of the Directive Notified body TÜV Rheinland Notified body identification number 0197 Authorised Signatory Name Peter Brownhill QA Product Deve...

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