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Summary of Contents for ALDI FERREX GCS250F
- Page 1 User Manual 705156 2-IN-1 CHAINSAW WITH TELESCOPIC POLE Product Info https://help.tools/ Read all safety warnings and all instructions thoroughly before operating this product. Ensure you keep your manual in a safe place for future reference. IM Ed6 03/2021...
- Page 2 Try it out now Just scan the QR code with your smartphone and Product find out more about the Aldi product you have Info purchased*. * Depending on your tariff you may be charged for the connection.
- Page 3 Warranty details REGISTER YOUR PURCHASE AT www.aldi.com.au/en/about-aldi/product-registration/ TO KEEP UP-TO-DATE WITH IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION. The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 36 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Pack contents / parts Description of symbols General Safety Warnings Parts List Assembly Replacing/re-installing the guide bar & chain Tensioning the chain Lubrication Filling oil tank Checking the automatic oiler Assembling the telescopic pole Attaching the telescopic pole to the chainsaw Adjusting the inner pole Attaching the shoulder strap Operation... -
Page 5: Pack Contents / Parts
1 x Warranty Card NOTE: THIS CHAINSAW REQUIRES 120ML OF GOOD QUALITY CHAIN AND BAR AFTER SALES SUPPORT OIL TO BE ADDED BEFORE USE. OIL NOT INCLUDED. 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 6: Description Of Symbols
Remove plug from the mains immediately if the cable is damaged or cut Class II tool Protective footwear Warning of danger from overhead electric-power lines AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... - Page 7 Wear head protection Protective gloves 36 Months Warranty The insert is recyclable at the kerbside. The box is recyclable at the kerbside. Noise label rating 103 db(A). You must wear ear protection at all times.
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Page 8: General Safety Warnings
General safety warnings WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and Failure to follow the specifications provided with this power tool. warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool”... - Page 9 3) Personal safety a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired A moment of or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
- Page 10 Such preventive safety measures accessories, or storing power tools. reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
- Page 11 a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the chain saw “live” and could give the operator an electric shock. d) Wear safety glasses protection. Further protective equipment for hearing, head, hands, legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain.
- Page 12 p) Recommendation to have sharpening and maintenance of the saw chain performed by authorised service centres. 2) 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 in the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator.
- Page 13 machine during its operation. 3. Be aware of the dangerous of operating positions, as well as the risk of being struck by falling branches or branches that, having hit the ground, rebound, the operator may be struck by falling branches or by those that rebound after hitting the ground.
- Page 14 of falls as illustrated in Figure 1. Make the lower horizontal notching cut (W) first. This will help to avoid pinching either the saw chain or the guide bar when the second notch (X) is being made. 3. Felling back cut Make the felling back cut (Y) at least 50 mm higher than the horizontal notching cut as illustrated in Figure 1.
- Page 15 cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain saw. Fig.2 5. Bucking a log Bucking is cutting a log into lengths. It is important to make sure your footing is firm and your weight is evenly distributed on both feet. When possible, the log should be raised and supported by the use of limbs, logs or chocks.
- Page 16 underbucking (2) the lower 2/3 to meet the first cut. When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill side of the log, as illustrated in Figure 6. When “cutting through”, to maintain complete control release the cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the chain saw handles.
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Page 17: Parts List
29. Bar tensioning plate 30. Chain direction symbol 31. Bar locating tabs 32. Fastening bar bolt hole 33. Oil outlet 34. Fastening bar bolt AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... - Page 18 2-in-1 Chainsaw with Telescopic Pole 25 26 AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F...
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Page 19: Assembly
Once the chain is in position around the nose of the guide bar, ensure that the chain links are located within the bar guide channel (Fig A4). AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... - Page 20 0.12 – 0.24” (3 – 6 mm) from the guide bar in the centre (using a small amount AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F...
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Page 21: Tensioning The Chain
0.12 – 0.24” (3 – 6 mm) from the guide bar (7) in the centre. This should be done by using one hand to raise the chain against the weight of the machine (Fig A11). AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 22: Lubrication
WARNING: Before storing the chainsaw for an extended period, empty the oil tank. * Oil is not included with this product AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 23: Checking The Automatic Oiler
3. Move the locking collar (21) forward to cover the upper telescopic pole thread (20) and then rotate the locking collar (21) clockwise to lock (Fig D3). AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 24: Attaching The Telescopic Pole To The Chainsaw
(36) clockwise (Fig E3, E4). 4. Plug the chainsaw power cord (12) into receptacle cord (15) at end of inner pole (17) (Fig E5). AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 25: Adjusting The Inner Pole
5. Secure the shoulder strap hook of the shoulder strap to the eyelet on the circle ring (Fig G4). 6. Check if the shoulder strap is correctly attached before operation. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 26: Operation
WARNING: If you are unfamiliar with the following cutting procedures, ensure you fully read and understand the instructions AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 27: Bucking Spike
AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 28: Limbing
To saw the end of a log supported off the ground, first saw up from the bottom one-third through the AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 29: Pruning
• Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that may pinch chain. • Use extreme caution when reentering a previous cut. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 30: How To Use Chainsaw Safely
NOTE: For the safety of the operator, the shoulder strap (39) should always be worn when using the pole saw. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 31: Cutting With Telescopic Pole
7. Remove the pole saw from a cut with saw run- ning at full speed. Stop pole saw by releasing trigger. Make sure chain has stopped before setting pole saw down. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 32: Trimming A Tree (Pruning)
Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut 1/3 through diameter of stub. 4. Make fourth cut directly above third cut. Cut down to meet third cut. This will remove limb stub. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 33: Maintenance
• Extra force is required to execute a cut • The cut does not track in a straight line • Increased vibration • Increased fuel consumption AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 34: Bar Maintenance
AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 35: Lubricating Sprocket
(6), guide bar (7) and all exposed metal parts. The chainsaw should be thoroughly cleaned of all wood chips, dirt etc prior to storage. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 36: Warranty
After Sales Support TEL: 1300 889 028 AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 37: Accessories And After Sales Parts
1300 889 028 1. Bar (GCS250F-BAR) 2. Chain (GCS250F-CH) 3. Transportation Cover (GCS250F-TC) 4. Shoulder Strap (GCS250F-SS) AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
Please note that failure to add oil or keep oil topped up, that results in failure of the chainsaw is not covered under warranty. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... -
Page 39: Technical Specifications
Vibration emission value: = 7.2 m/s (Front handle) Uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s² = 6.6 m/s (Rear handle) Uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s² AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F... - Page 40 The tightness of the grip on the handles and if any anti vibration and noise accessories are used. And the tool is being used as intended by its design and these instructions. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F...
- Page 41 If the tool is to be used regularly then invest in anti vibration and noise accessories. Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a number of days. AFTER SALES SUPPORT 1300 889 028 e-mail: info.aldi@positecgroup.com (toll free) MODEL: N . 705156 · 03/2021 · GCS250F...
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- Page 44 If you are not entirely satis ed with this product, please return it to your nearest ALDI store, within 60 days from the date of purchase, for a full refund or replacement, or take advantage of our after sales support by calling the supplier’s Customer Service Hotline.