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- Page 1 WARNING: Read these instructions before using the machine ELECTRIC CHAINSAW MODEL NO: CECS405C PART NO: 3402073 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS1116...
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Page 2: Specifications
GUARANTEE This CLARKE chainsaw is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: READ 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 WARNINGS LISTED BELOW REFERS TO YOUR ELECTRIC CHAINSAW. WORK AREA 1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. - Page 4 3. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to the power supply. 4. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 5.
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Page 5: Chainsaw Safety Warnings
CHAINSAW SAFETY WARNINGS: 1. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chainsaw is operating. Before you start the chainsaw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating chainsaws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain. -
Page 6: Causes And Prevention Of Kickback
CAUSES AND 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 7: Warning Symbols
WARNING SYMBOLS The following symbols are displayed on the chainsaw in order to remind you of the safety precautions you should take during operation. Warning! - When using this chainsaw, basic safety precautions, including those in this user guide, should be observed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. -
Page 8: Electrical Connections
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly before connecting the chainsaw to the mains supply. Before switching the chainsaw on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This chainsaw is designed to operate on 230V AC 50Hz. - Page 9 OVERVIEW Chain Oil Filler Cap Chain Bar Oil Level Window Chain Brake Lever Chain Scabbard Front Handle Gripping Teeth Trigger Lock Air Intake On/Off Switch Blade Tensioning Dial Rear Handle Cover Locking Screw Cable Retainer Housing Cover Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
- Page 10 12-15 minutes of sawing. • Chainsaw oil is available from your CLARKE dealer (part number 3050865) CAUTION: YOU MUST ONLY USE CHAINSAW OIL WITH THIS CHAINSAW. USING DIFFERENT OIL MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND INVALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY.
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Page 11: Attaching The Chain Bar And Chain
ATTACHING THE CHAIN BAR AND CHAIN 1. Place the chainsaw on a stable surface. 2. Loosen the cover locking screw and remove the housing cover. 3. Slide the bar into place so that the tensioning wheel slides over the bolt as shown. •... -
Page 12: Chain Tension
CHAIN TENSION WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE CHAINSAW FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE ADJUSTING THE BLADE TENSION. WARNING: THE CUTTING EDGES OF THE SAW CHAIN ARE SHARP. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING THE CHAIN. WARNING: ALWAYS MAINTAIN CORRECT BLADE TENSION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF KICKBACK, A LOOSE CHAIN MAY JUMP OUT OF THE CHAIN BAR GROOVE AND INJURE THE OPERATOR OR DAMAGE THE CHAINSAW. - Page 13 2. Loosen the housing cover by slightly rotating the cover locking screw, (do not remove). See diagram. 3. Use the blade tensioning wheel to adjust the tension of the chain. • Turn the blade tensioning wheel clockwise to increase the tension.
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Page 14: Using The Chainsaw
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) available from you local Clarke Dealer has been designed for use with chainsaws. • A safety helmet with mesh visor. • Ear defenders. -
Page 15: The Chain Brake
THE CHAIN BRAKE CAUTION: THE CHAIN BRAKE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY IF KICKBACK OCCURS. HOWEVER, IT CANNOT BE RELIED UPON TO PROTECT YOU AGAINST INJURY IF THE CHAINSAW IS USED CARELESSLY. TAKE GREAT CARE WHEN CUTTING, AND ALWAYS TEST THE CHAIN BRAKE BEFORE USING THE CHAINSAW. -
Page 16: Switching On/Off
5. While the motor is running, activate the chain brake by moving your left hand forward against the chain brake. The saw chain and motor should stop immediately. NOTE: The motor will not start if the chain brake is in the engaged position. -
Page 17: Felling, Limbing And Bucking
FELLING, LIMBING AND BUCKING WARNING: WHEN BUCKING AND FELLING OPERATIONS ARE BEING PERFORMED BY TWO OR MORE PERSONS AT THE SAME TIME, THE FELLING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE SEPARATED FROM THE BUCKING OPERATION BY A DISTANCE OF AT LEAST TWICE THE HEIGHT OF THE TREE BEING FELLED. WARNING: DO NOT CUT DOWN A TREE DURING HIGH OR CHANGING WINDS OR IF THERE IS A DANGER TO PROPERTY. -
Page 18: Felling A Tree
FELLING A TREE Trees should not be felled in a manner that would endanger any person, strike any electrical utility line or cause any property damage. If the tree does make contact with any utility line, the utility company should be notified immediately. -
Page 19: Limbing A Tree
LIMBING A TREE Limbing is removing the branches from a fallen tree. When limbing leave larger lower limbs to support the log off the ground. Remove the small limbs in one cut as illustrated below. Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chainsaw. -
Page 20: Bucking A Log
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. Follow the simple directions for easy cutting. - Page 21 SUPPORTED ON BOTH ENDS When the log is supported on both ends, as illustrated below, cut 1/3 the diameter from the top (overbuck). Then make the finished cut by underbucking 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 ibelow.
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Page 22: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE WARNING: ALWAYS SWITCH THE CHAINSAW OFF, DISCONNECT FROM THE POWER SUPPLY AND LET THE CHAINSAW COOL DOWN BEFORE PERFORMING INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING WORK! • Keep the chainsaw clean. Remove debris from it after each use and before storage. •... -
Page 23: Guide Bar And Chain Maintenance
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN MAINTENANCE If the guide bar is insufficiently lubricated and the chainsaw is operated with a saw chain which is too tight, this will contribute to rapid bar wear. To help minimise bar wear, maintenance of the guide bar as well as the saw chain is recommended. -
Page 24: Power Cable
Contact the CLARKE parts/service department on for replacement parts. REPAIR This chainsaw does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the consumer. Contact the CLARKE parts/service department on 0208 988 7400 to have it checked and repaired. STORAGE •... -
Page 25: Declaration Of Conformity
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com... - Page 26 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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Page 27: Popular Accessories
ECSS-2 Electric Chainsaw Sharpener (Part Number 3402077). Ideal for fast accurate sharpening of all common chain types and sizes. REPLACEMENT PARTS Contact the CLARKE parts department on 0208 988 7400 for suitable replacement parts. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...