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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
thank you for choosing one of our products. We hope that you will be completely satisfied with this machine
and that it fully meets your expectations. This manual has been compiled in order to provide you with all
the information you need to get acquainted with the machine and use it safely and efficiently. Don't forget
that it is an integral part of the machine, so keep it handy so that it can be consulted when necessary, and
pass it on to a further user if you resell or loan the machine.
Your new machine has been designed and manufactured in pursuance with current regulations, and is safe
and reliable if used in compliance with the instructions provided in this manual (proper use). Using the ma-
chine in any other way, or non-compliance with the safety specifications relative to use, maintenance and
repair is considered "improper use" which will invalidate the warranty, relieve the manufacturer from all li-
abilities, and the user will consequently be liable for all and any damage or injury to himself or others.
Since we regular improve our products, you may find slight differences between your machine and the de-
scriptions contained in this manual. Modifications can be made to the machine without notice and without
the obligation to update the manual, although the essential safety and function characteristics will remain
unaltered. In case of any doubts, please contact your dealer. And now enjoy your work!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Identification of the main components ....................................... 2
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Symbols ..................................................................................... 3
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Safety warnings ......................................................................... 4
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Machine assembly ..................................................................... 6
5.
Preparing to work ....................................................................... 7
6.
How to start - Stop the engine ................................................... 8
7.
Using the machine ..................................................................... 9
8.
Maintenance and storage ........................................................ 13
9.
Accessories ............................................................................. 14
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- Page 1 INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, thank you for choosing one of our products. We hope that you will be completely satisfied with this machine and that it fully meets your expectations. This manual has been compiled in order to provide you with all the information you need to get acquainted with the machine and use it safely and efficiently.
- Page 2 IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS 1. IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS MAIN COMPONENTS Power unit Spiked bumper Front hand guard Front handgrip Rear handgrip Chain catcher Chain Bar cover 10. Identification plate 11. Power cable 12. Extension lead (not supplied) CONTROLS AND REFUELLING 13.
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Page 3: Symbols
IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS / SYMBOLS EA 1800 EA 1800 EA 2000 Q (14”) (16”) SE 180 ES 2040 Maximum noise and vibration levels [1] Model SE 180Q ES 2040T Operator ear noise pressure level (EN ISO 22868) dB(A) – Measurement uncertainty (2006/42/EC - EN 27574) -
Page 4: Safety Warnings
SAFETY WARNINGS 3. SAFETY WARNINGS HOW TO READ THE MANUAL sion cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. Certain paragraphs in the manual contain particularly significant f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoid- information and are marked with various levels of highlighting with able, use a residual current device (RCD) protected sup- the following meaning:... - Page 5 SAFETY WARNINGS the working conditions and the work to be performed. the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. Use of the power tool for operations different from those in- tended could result in a hazardous situation. Either of these reactions may cause you to loose control of the saw which could result in serious personal injury.
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Page 6: Machine Assembly
MACHINE ASSEMBLY 4. MACHINE ASSEMBLY – Mount the chain in the right direction on the bar. PACKAGING CONTENTS If the tip of the bar has a nose sprocket, make sure the drive links are correctly inserted in the The packaging contains: sprocket rims (Fig. -
Page 7: Preparing To Work
PREPARING TO WORK 5. PREPARING TO WORK 1. CHECKING THE MACHINE • MACHINES WITH “Q-TENS” QUICK CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER WARNING! Make sure the machine is not plugged into the mains socket. – Loosen the handle (11). (Fig. 5a). – Turn the ring-nut (12) to obtain the desired chain Before starting work please: tension level (Fig. -
Page 8: How To Start - Stop The Engine
PREPARING TO WORK / STARTING - STOPPING THE ENGINE The quality of the extension leads must be no less IMPORTANT The chain lubricating oil is than H07RN-F or H07VV-F, with a minimum sec- bio-degradable. The use of mineral oil or engine oil tion of 2.5 mm and a recommended maximum can have a serious impact on the environment. -
Page 9: Using The Machine
USING THE MACHINE 7. USING THE MACHINE the extension lead gets damaged during WARNING! For personal safety and use, do not touch the cable and unplug the that of others: extension lead immediately. 8) Take care not to hit the bar hard against for- 1) Do not use the machine without reading eign objects or flying debris caused by the the instructions carefully. - Page 10 USING THE MACHINE 1. CHECKS DURING WORK • Felling a tree – When bucking and felling operations are being • Checking the chain tension performed by two or more persons at the sa me time, the felling operations should be separated The chain tends to stretch gradually as you work, from the bucking operation by a distance of at so you need to check its tension frequently.
- Page 11 USING THE MACHINE – When the tree begins to fall remove the chain – When bucking on a slope always stand on the saw from the cut, stop the motor, put the chain uphill side of the log, as illustrated in Figure 19. saw down, then use the retreat path planned.
- Page 12 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 8. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Regularly check the condition of the chain catcher WARNING! For your safety and that and replace it if it gets damaged. of others: – Correct maintenance is essential to maintain the original efficiency and safety of the ma- 5.
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Page 13: Maintenance And Storage
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE – Turn the bar over in the vice and repeat on all the Replace the bar whenever: other cutting edges. – the groove is not as deep as the height of the – Check that the limiter tooth does not stick out fur- drive links (which must never touch the bottom);... -
Page 14: Accessories
Bar and chain combinations Pitch CHAIN Model EA 2000 Q Groove SE 180 Code Code EA 1800 ES 2040 Length width SE 180Q ES 2040 T Inches Inches / cm Inches / mm 3/8”...
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