Fault Finding - Bosch ake 30 s Original Instruction

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Fault Finding

The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate correctly.
If these do not identify/remedy the problem, contact your service agent.
Warning: Switch off and remove plug from mains before investigating fault.
Symptom
Chain saw fails to oper-
ate
Chain saw operates
intermittently
Dry chain
Kickback Brake/Run
Down Brake
Chain/chain bar over-
heats
Chain saw rips, vibrates,
does not saw properly
Disposal
Power tools, accessories and packaging should be
sorted for environmental-friendly recycling.
Only for EC countries:
Do not dispose of power tools into
household waste!
According to the European Directive
2002/96/EC on waste electrical and
electronic equipment and its incorpo-
ration into national law, products that
are no longer suitable for use must be separately
collected and sent for recovery in an environmen-
tally-friendly manner.
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Possible Cause
Kickback brake is activated
No power
Mains socket faulty
Extension cord damaged
Fuse faulty
Extension cord damaged
Loose connection
Internal wiring defective
On/Off switch defective
No oil in reservoir
Vent in oil filler cap clogged
Oil passage clogged
Brake does not stop chain
No oil in reservoir
Vent in oil filler cap clogged
Oil passage clogged
Chain is over tensioned
Dull chain
Chain tension too loose
Dull chain
Chain worn out
Chain teeth are facing in the wrong
direction
English - 9
Remedy
Pull hand guard 5 back in position
(Figure D)
Check power
Use another socket
Check cord, replace
Replace fuse
Check cord, replace
Contact service agent
Contact service agent
Contact service agent
Refill oil
Clean cap
Clean oil passage outlet
Contact service agent
Refill oil
Clean cap
Clean oil passage outlet
Adjust chain tension
Sharpen chain or replace
Adjust chain tension
Sharpen chain or replace
Replace chain
Reassemble with chain in correct
direction
After-Sales Service and
Customer Assistance
Our after-sales service responds to your questions
concerning maintenance and repair of your product
as well as spare parts. Exploded views and informa-
tion on spare parts can also be found under:
www.bosch-pt.com
Our customer consultants answer your questions
concerning best buy, application and adjustment of
products and accessories.
Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
P.O. Box 98
Broadwater Park
North Orbital Road
Denham
Uxbridge
UB 9 5HJ