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Safety instructions Assembly instructions & Parts List Operation instructions 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...
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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...
Wear safety boots to protect against electric shock 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...
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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If 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. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. additional safety instructions: The appliance should be used with a Residual Current Device UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
Protective visor is recommended. Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
Do not let go of the chain saw. Do not over reach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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4. Hold saw properly with both hands. Never use the machine with one hand: the chain brake will not work if you do! Danger! Beware of kickback! UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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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...
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& parts list UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
Guide bar/saw chain installation To install guide bar & saw chain: Place power unit on flat surface. 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...
Taking the time to make required adjustments to the saw chain will result in improved cutting performance and prolonged chain life. Note: A new chain and bar will need readjustment after as few as UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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Caution! If the chain is too loose, with a gap of more than 3 mm between chain and bar when pushed with a finger, as shown in Fig. 5. It needs to be adjusted to ensure safety UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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...
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Chain saw 40cm 403950 Fix and adjust knob complete 25.1 till 25.11 806201 Bearing 6201ZZ 39.1 403591 Rotor 39.2 800608 Bearing 608ZZ 39.3 403592 Stator 40.3 403593 Carbon brush UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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To use this feature, simply double the extension cord, about a foot from the end, and insert it into the end of the handle. UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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...
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.
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C. Plug the unit into the power source. D. Grasp the front handle (not the Chain Brake / Hand Guard Lever) with your left hand. Thumb and fingers should encircle UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
Direction of fall (B) is controlled by the notching cut. 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...
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(C) should be deep enough to create a hinge (F) of sufficient width and strength. 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...
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(H) in the cut. Wedges also control felling (Fig. 11c). 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...
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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...
A. Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep the saw to the right of your body while cutting. 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...
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...
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Most guide bar problems can be prevented merely by keeping the chain saw well maintained. 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...
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...
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Brake/Hand Guard and low-kickback saw chain are major safety features provided for your protection. 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...
• Cutting-angle • File-position • Diameter of round file • File-depth 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...
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You use a flat file and a depth-mould for this. 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...
No grounding means is provided on a double insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. No serviceable parts are inside. A double UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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Check the power supply for blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers. 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...
Protect yourself against the effects of vibration by maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping your hands warm, and organizing your work patterns UK Helpline 0905-1460005 • Ireland Helpline 1520-932626 Web Support: www.servotool.eu Model Number: GCS-2000S...
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,...
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Spare part for chain saw
The available spare parts for the Gardenline GCS-2000S chainsaw are a compatible chainsaw chain and carbon brushes.
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