Portek FlexiSharp Operator's Handbook Manual

Li-ion battery powered chainsaw sharpener

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Read and fully understand the
instructions before operating
Chainsaw Sharpener
the Portek Flexisharp
Operators Handbook
portek.co.uk

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  • Page 1 Li-ion Battery Powered Read and fully understand the instructions before operating Chainsaw Sharpener the Portek Flexisharp Operators Handbook portek.co.uk...
  • Page 2: Before You Start

    Before you start READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL FULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE FLEXISHARP This user manual accompanies this chainsaw Sharpener and contains important information on setup and handling. Before using the equipment, read the user manual carefully. This particularly applies to the safety notes.
  • Page 3: Safety Introduction

    Important safety information Residual risks Even when the device is used properly and all safety regulations are complied with, there still may be some residual risks. • Noise emissions • Tool and workpiece heat up during operation. • Dust emissions •...
  • Page 4: Flexisharp Main Features

    Flexisharp...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    LED working light Battery Charger Grinding wheel cover Grinding wheel shield CONTENTS Before you start Safety introduction Flexisharp main features 4 - 5 General safety information 6 - 7 Sharpener, battery and charging safety 8 - 11 Charging the battery Assembly...
  • Page 6: General Safety Information

    General Safety Information Read all safety warnings. Failure to follow the warnings may result in serious injury or even death. 1. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions cause a loss of control. 2. Check for signs of wear or damage, before using the tool and after any impact, and repair as necessary.
  • Page 7: General Safety Information

    General Safety Information 3. Personal Safety • Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
  • Page 8: Sharpener, Battery And Charging Safety

    Sharpener Unit Safety Safety Warnings for Chainsaw Sharpener • Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
  • Page 9 Battery Safety Safety Warnings for Battery • Charge a rechargeable battery unit using only the charger supplied by the manufacturer. There is the danger of fire if other types of rechargeable battery units are used. • When they are not being used, store rechargeable battery units away from paperclips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that could cause the contacts to be bridged.
  • Page 10 Battery Safety Safety Warnings for Battery • Lithium-ion batteries are subject to a natural ageing process. The battery pack must be replaced at the latest when its capacity falls to just 80% of its capacity when new. Weakened cells in an aged battery pack are no longer capable of meeting the high power requirements and therefore pose a safety risk.
  • Page 11 Charging Safety Safety instructions for charge and charging process • Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the battery charger. Be sure to connect the battery charger to a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating plate.
  • Page 12: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Identify all the parts packaged in the carton against the parts list. Remove all protective materials and place parts on a non-abrasive surface to avoid scratching. Please contact your dealer if anything is missing. Improper handling or assembly may result in damage to the chainsaw sharpener or serious injury through faulty assembly.
  • Page 13: Assembly

    Mount the base to the work surface through the two 9mm (1/4") mounting holes (bolts not included). 4. The Flexisharp is assembled and ready for use. The pre-installed grinding wheel is for universal use. To replace a grinding wheel see “Grinding Wheel Replacement” section...
  • Page 14: Operation

    5. Switch ‘ON’ the Flexisharp by pressing firmly. Use the handle to bring the grinding wheel down towards the chain tooth. As you bring...
  • Page 15 (ie: screwdriver handle). If it is in good condition it will produce a metallic sound. A dull sound indicates a crack or break. Make sure before carrying out any work on the Flexisharp that the battery is removed. Replacement Portek Grinding Wheels are available: 4.5mm thick wheel part number 092/01 and 3.2mm thick wheel part number 092/02...
  • Page 16: Parts Listing

    Parts List PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION Screw ST4.2 × 14 Swing Arm Motor cover Chain Stop Motor Washer φ4 Power cord Screw M8 x45 Cord Pressing Plate Chain Saw Frame Grinding Wheel Base Screw ST4.8×10 Switch Plate Inner Clamping Piece Switch Chain Wheel Screw...
  • Page 17 Parts List Walking forward, WEAR SAFETY take slow sweeping PROTECTION AT movements to clear long ALL TIMES! grass and brush with ease...
  • Page 18: Technical Data And Disposal

    Technical data Technical data Battery voltage 20 V Input power: No-load speed 6500 min-1 Grinding disk diameter 108 mm Grinding disk thickness max. 3.2 mm hole diameter 23 mm Weight without battery/Charging 1.7 kg equipment Sound pressure level LpA 54.1 dB (A) Sound power level L 67.1 dB (A) Uncertainty...
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS LED light isn’t bright, 1.Battery not charged 1.Charge the battery machine cannot work 2.Battery pack not 2.Remove and insert installed properly the battery pack again 3.Switch damaged 3.Replace with new switch LED light is bright, 1.Connection terminal 1.Replace the machine cannot work...
  • Page 20: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity Portek Ltd, Bryn Hall, Knolton Bryn, Overton on Dee,Wrexham, LL13 0LF declare that the machinery named below conforms to the requirements of EC Council Machinery Directive, Annex II Designation of Machinery: Portek Chainsaw Sharpener...

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