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Now you have purchased a
Gardenline® product you can rest
assured in the knowledge that as
well as your 3 year parts and
labour warranty you have the
added peace of mind of dedicated
helplines and web support.
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
UK / N.IRELAND HELPLINE NO
REP. IRELAND HELPLINE NO
WEB SUPPORT
www.servotool.eu
ART. NO.
KZM6006
MODEL NUMBER: GCS-2000S
KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 1
GCS-2000S
ElECtriC
powerfull 2000 watt chain saw
oregon
®
blade and
chain
including
chain
lubrication oil
tool less
chain tension
adjustment
0905 1460005
1520 932626

CHAiN SAW

POWEr
tHE
GUiDE
4/29/09 8:48:00 AM

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  • Page 1: Chain Saw

    Now you have purchased a Gardenline® product you can rest assured in the knowledge that as well as your 3 year parts and labour warranty you have the added peace of mind of dedicated helplines and web support.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Other useful information Warranty card Notes UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 2 4/29/09 8:48:00 AM...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Europe’s leading manufacturers. All products brought to you by Gardenline are manufactured to the highest standards of performances and safety, and, as part of our philosophy for customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 3 year warranty.
  • Page 4: General Information

    Cut only wood or wood products with your saw. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 4 4/29/09 8:48:00 AM...
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    The rotating cutter blade will not stop immediately the machine is switched off. Keep your body clear of sharp parts. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 5 4/29/09 8:48:01 AM...
  • Page 6: Chain Saw Safety Warnings

    Keep at a safe distance. Defective and/or scrapped electrical or electronic tools should be handed in to a recognized collection point for reprocessing. chain saw safety warnings: Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating.
  • Page 7: Causes And Operator Prevention Of Kickback

    Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched off and away from your body when transporting or storing the chain saw always fit the guide bar cover. Proper handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
  • Page 8 helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected situations. Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback. Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
  • Page 9 7. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further protective equipment for head, hands, legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain. 8. Carrying the saw Carry the saw by the front handle with the saw stopped. Keep your finger off the switch, and make sure that the guide bar and saw chain are to the rear.
  • Page 10 Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the chain saw when you are tired. Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the motor is operating. Before you start the saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything.
  • Page 11 21. Guard against Kickback A. Grip saw firmly! Hold the chain saw firmly with both hands when the motor is running. Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands, the right hand on the rear handle, and the left hand on the front handle. B.
  • Page 12 Turn off unit immediately if you are approached. 43. Avoid sawing in the soil, in fences and in wiring. The chain UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 12 4/29/09 8:48:02 AM...
  • Page 13 4. Hold saw properly with both hands. Never use the machine with one hand: the chain brake does not work! Danger! Beware of kickback! UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 13 4/29/09 8:48:03 AM...
  • Page 14 Any of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw, which could result in serious personal injury. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 14 4/29/09 8:48:03 AM...
  • Page 15 & parts list UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 15 4/29/09 8:48:06 AM...
  • Page 16: Assembly Instructions

    2. To remove the side cover (A), turn the knob (B) and screw (C) counterclockwise (Fig. 4a). UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 16 4/29/09 8:48:06 AM...
  • Page 17: Saw Chain Tension Adjustment

    3. Slide the bar on to the saw, and place the chain correctly on the sprocket wheel (Fig. 4b). 4. Spread the chain out with the cutting edges (E) of the chain pointing in the direction of rotating (Fig. 4c.) 5.
  • Page 18 Fig. 5. It needs to be adjusted, otherwise the stopping time might be over the limit. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 18 4/29/09 8:48:08 AM...
  • Page 19: Filling Oil Tank

    30 minutes of sawing. We recommend using special chainsaw oil, which contains additives to reduce friction wear, reduce resin residue formations and is biodegradable. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 19 4/29/09 8:48:08 AM...
  • Page 20 Caution! The oil tank level should be frequently checked during operation to avoid starving the bar and chain of lubrication. Note: Your chain saw is equipped with an Automatic Oiler system and is the only source of lubrication for the bar and chain (Fig. 7) spare parts list Description Position...
  • Page 21 UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 21 4/29/09 8:48:09 AM...
  • Page 22: Operating Instructions

    UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 22 4/29/09 8:48:09 AM...
  • Page 23: Soft Start

    The saw motor will automatically stop when the trigger is released. The lock/ off button will have to be depressed and the trigger squeezed to restart the motor. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 23 4/29/09 8:48:10 AM...
  • Page 24: Chain And Bar Lubrication

    All Gardenline chain saws are equipped with a Chain brake /Hand guard which stops a moving chain in milliseconds, helping to reduce the hazard of kickback, a fast upward motion of the guide bar which occurs when the saw chain at the nose of the bar accidentally strikes an object or is pinched in the cut.
  • Page 25 D. Grasp the front handle (not the Chain Brake / Hand Guard Lever) with your left hand. Thumb and fingers should encircle the handle. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 25 4/29/09 8:48:11 AM...
  • Page 26: General Cutting Instructions

    Before any cuts are made, consider the location of larger branches and natural lean of the tree to determine the way the tree will fall. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 26 4/29/09 8:48:11 AM...
  • Page 27 The notch should be wide enough to direct the fall of the tree for as long as possible. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 27 4/29/09 8:48:12 AM...
  • Page 28 2. When diameter of wood being cut is greater than the bar length, make 2 cuts as shown (Fig. 11d). UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 28 4/29/09 8:48:13 AM...
  • Page 29 If the log is supported at both ends and you must cut in the middle, make a downward UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 29 4/29/09 8:48:14 AM...
  • Page 30: Bucking Using A Sawhorse

    B. Keep the left arm as straight as possible. C. Keep weight on both feet. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 30 4/29/09 8:48:14 AM...
  • Page 31: Guide Bar Maintenance

    Always thoroughly clean the guide bar sprocket tip before lubrication. Warning! Wear heavy duty work gloves when performing this application to reduce risk of personal injury. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 31 4/29/09 8:48:14 AM...
  • Page 32 Incorrect filing and non-uniform cutter and depth gauge settings cause most guide bar problems, primarily resulting in uneven bar wear. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 32 4/29/09 8:48:15 AM...
  • Page 33: Chain Maintenance Instructions

    Low-kickback saw chain does not completely eliminate kickback. A low-kickback or “safety chain”, should never be regarded as total protection against injury. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 33 4/29/09 8:48:15 AM...
  • Page 34 Warning! Always wear heavy duty protection work gloves and disconnect the extension cord when working on the saw chain. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 34 4/29/09 8:48:15 AM...
  • Page 35: Chain Sharpening

    For correct sharpening of the chain you need good tools; for example a mould to obtain a correct file-angle. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 35 4/29/09 8:48:16 AM...
  • Page 36 The cutting-depth is correct when you don’t feel resistance anymore, while moving the file across the mould. min 4 mm (0.16”) UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 36 4/29/09 8:48:16 AM...
  • Page 37: Chain Tension

    No serviceable parts are inside. A double UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 37 4/29/09 8:48:16 AM...
  • Page 38 If it still does not operate, contact your local dealer. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. No serviceable parts are inside. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 38 4/29/09 8:48:16 AM...
  • Page 39: Other Useful Information

    < 0.15 sec Vibration 3.69 +1,5 m/s Lpa (sound pressure) 84 dB (A) Lwa (sound power) 104 dB (A) UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 39 4/29/09 8:48:16 AM...
  • Page 40: Warranty Card

    EC directives. Product Description: electric chain saw. Model: Gcs-2000s In confirmity with the following standards or standardization documents: en 60745-1, en 60745-2-13,...
  • Page 41: Notes

    UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 41 4/29/09 8:48:17 AM...
  • Page 42 UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 42 4/29/09 8:48:17 AM...
  • Page 43 UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 43 4/29/09 8:48:17 AM...
  • Page 44 UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S GB/irE0904-24 KZM6006 Ma-GB-IRE # 0904-24.indd 44 4/29/09 8:48:17 AM...

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