AEG A18CHS14, Оригинальное руководство пользователя

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Installing the battery pack
See page 12.
Insert the battery pack into the product. Align the raised ribs on the
battery pack with grooves in the product’s battery port.
Make sure that the latch of the battery pack snaps in place and that
the battery pack is fully seated and secured in the product before
beginning operation.
Holding the chainsaw
See Fig. 1.
Always hold the product with the right hand on the rear handle and
the left hand on the front handle. Grip both handles with the thumbs
and fingers encircling the handles. Ensure that the left hand is holding
the front handle so that the thumb is underneath.
Starting the product
See page 12-13.
Install the battery pack in the product, and make sure the chain brake
is in run position by pulling the chain brake lever towards the front
handle.
To start the product, pull the trigger release, and then press the
throttle trigger.
Checking and operating the chain brake
See page 14.
Engage the chain brake by rotating your left hand around the front
handle. Allow the back of your hand to push the chain brake lever
towards the bar while the chain is rotating rapidly. 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 and pulling towards the front handle until
you hear a click.
WARNING! If the chain brake does not stop the chain
immediately, or if the chain brake does not stay in the run
position without assistance, bring the product to an authorised
service centre for repair before use.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
Turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and allow the product
to cool down before storing or transporting. Remove all chain and bar
oil from the product.
Remove all foreign material from the product. Store the product in
a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children.
Keep the product away from corrosive agents, such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
Fit the scabbard before storing the product or during transportation.
For transportation, secure the product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national provisions
and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling when
transporting batteries by a third party.
Ensure that no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting exposed
connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps or tape. Do not
transport batteries that are cracked or leaking. Check with the
forwarding company for further advice.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Use only original manufacturer’s replacement
parts, accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, can contribute to poor performance, and may
void your warranty.
WARNING! Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualified service technician.
Have the product serviced by an authorised service centre only.
When servicing, use only original replacement parts.
WARNING! Remove the battery pack before adjustment,
maintenance or cleaning. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury.
■ You may only make adjustments or repairs described in this
manual. For other repairs, contact the authorised service agent.
■ Consequences of improper maintenance, removal, or modification
of safety features, such as the chain brake, ignition switch, hand
guard (front and back), spiked bumper, chain catcher, guide bar,
and low-kickback saw chain may cause the safety features not to
function correctly, thus increasing the potential for serious injury.
Keep the product professionally maintained and safe.
■ Sharpening the chain safely is a skilled task. Therefore, the
manufacturer strongly recommends that a worn or dull chain
is replaced with a new one, available at your authorised service
centre. The part number is available in the product specification
table in this manual.
■ Follow instructions for lubricating and chain tension checking and
adjustment.
■ After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for security
to ensure that the product is in safe working condition. Any part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
Replacing the guide bar and saw chain
See pages 15 - 18
Remove the battery. Wear protective gloves.
Remove the bar mounting nuts using the combination wrench
provided.
Remove the guide bar cover.
Remove the bar and saw chain from the product. Properly dispose of
used chain and bar.
Put the new chain in the correct direction onto the bar, and make sure
that the drive links are aligned in the bar groove.
Attach the bar to the chain saw and loop the chain around the drive
sprocket.
Replace the chain cover and bar mounting nuts.
Finger-tighten the bar mounting nuts. The bar must be free to move
for chain tension adjustment.
Adjust the chain tension. Refer to the “Adjusting chain tension”
section.
Hold up the tip of the guide bar, and securely tighten the bar
mounting nuts.
WARNING! Failure to replace or repair a damaged chain can
cause serious injury.
WARNING! The saw chain is sharp. Always wear protective
gloves when performing maintenance to the chain.
Inspecting and cleaning the chain brake
Always keep the chain brake mechanism clean by lightly brushing the
linkage free from dirt.
Always test the chain brake performance after cleaning. Refer to
“Checking and operating the chain brake” section in this manual for
additional information.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Daily check
Bar lubrication Before each use
Chain tension Before each use and frequently
Chain sharpness Before each use, visual check
For damaged parts Before each use
For loose fasteners Before each use
Chain brake function Before each use
Inspect and clean
Bar Before each use
Complete saw After each use
Chain brake Every 5 hours of operation.
SYMBOLS
Safety alert
Read and understand all instructions before
operating the product. Follow all warnings and
safety instructions.
Wear eye, ear, and head protection.
Wear non-slip safety footwear when using the
product.
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty gloves.
Beware of chain saw kickback and avoid contact
with bar tip.
Do not expose the product to rain or damp
condition.
Moving direction of the chain.
(Marked under the chain cover)
Hold and operate the saw properly with both
hands.
Do not operate the saw using only one hand.