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6.
Charging
1.
Chain brake:
The chain brake is a protective mechanism triggered by the front handguard. If the
chainsaw is thrown back by a kickback, the chain brake is released and stops the saw chain
in less than 0.12 seconds.
Check the chain brake function regularly. To do this, fold the handguard forward and
switch on the chainsaw briefly. The saw chain must not start.
Pull the front handguard back until it engages to release the chain brake.
WARNING:
Do not use the saw if the guards do not function properly.
Do not attempt to repair safety guards yourself; contact Kogan.com.
2.
Hand protection:
The front handguard (activating the chain brake) and the rear handguard protect the
fingers against injuries caused by contact with the saw chain if it breaks due to overloading.
7.
Working with the chainsaw
Before each use, check the following points to ensure that you can work safely:
1.
Condition of the chainsaw
Before starting work, inspect the chainsaw for damage to the housing, battery, saw chain
and guide bar. Never operate a damaged device.
2.
Oil container
Check the level of the oil tank before and during work to ensure sufficient oil is available.
Never operate the saw if there is no oil or the oil level has dropped below the min mark (Fig.
9) to avoid damaging the chainsaw. On average, one filling will last for 15 minutes,
depending on the pauses and load.
3.
Saw chain
Check the tension of the saw chain and the condition of the cutting edges. The sharper the
saw chain, the easier and more controllably the chain saw can be operated.
The same applies to the chain tension. Also, check the chain tension every 10 minutes
during work to increase your safety! Especially new saw chains tend to expand.
4.
Chain brake
Check the function of the chain brake as described in the chapter "Safety devices" and
release it.
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