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- Page 1 2000W ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW ELC2000 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Magenta Cyan Yellow Code: ELC2000 Date: 070110 Edition: 12 Op: DCR...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Before start-up Start up Operating the electric chain saw Cross cutting Branch cutting Chain sharpening and maintenance Chainsaw maintenance First time user General Inspection Power cord maintenance Storage �������� ����� ����� ������ ����� ������ �� ���� �� ������ ���� ��������... -
Page 3: Introduction
Don’t use one handed. Don’t use in the wet. Don’t use point of the bar. Hold the electric chainsaw with two hands. If cordset is damaged or cut discontinue use and remove it from the mains immediately. Use cutting length of the bar. -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions WARNING. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. -
Page 5: Additional Safety Rules For Electric Chain Saws
• Never cut into samplings. • Never cut into prepared wood. • Use the Chainsaw to cut only wood. • Remove the plug from the mains immediately if the supply cable is damaged or cut. • Use the bar cover when moving the electric chain saw away from the working site. - Page 6 It is recommended the use of a helmet with a visor during felling, branch cutting and chopping operations. • Wear gloves with an external protection when using the electric chain saw. • Use ear protection to prevent hearing injuries. • Wear safety boots when using the electric chainsaw.
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Page 7: Know Your Product
Know your product 1. Front handle 2. Front hand guard 3. Oil tank cap 4. Chain clamp/lock knob 5. Chain 6. Bar 7. Power cord 8. Rear handle 9. Chain wheel 10. Bar adjustment block 11. Cover 12. Bucking spikes 13. -
Page 8: Mounting The Chain Bar
Mounting the chain bar 1. Place the chainsaw with the motor on a cover to avoid any mess from the oil. 2. Place the chain (5) in the grove of the bar (6). Pay attention to the correct running direction. As shown by the running direction symbol. -
Page 9: Checking The Automatic Oil Function
Always clear away brush, vegetation and any obstructing debris before attempting a cut that might trigger a kickback. • Avoid cuts that will cause the chainsaw to jam in a tree trunk or limb. Avoid jamming Always cut into the compression wood first until the cut starts to close. -
Page 10: Before Start-Up
4. Use the central part of the bar and never the tip for cutting purposes. Branch cutting Stand opposite the branches to be cut. Use the section of the bar as close to the chainsaw as possible, never use the tip of the bar. Perform the cutting operation downwards. -
Page 11: Chain Sharpening And Maintenance
• Do not operate the chainsaw with the air intake on the ground as this will draw foreign particles into the motor area and damage the windings of the motor. -
Page 12: First Time User
Replace the bar if this should occur. The chainsaw should be periodically serviced to check the correct operation of the chain, chain drive, motor and brake. CAUTION. - Page 16 GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au.