Maintenance Schedule; Risk Reduction; Residual Risks; Safety Devices - AEG ACS58B18 Original Instructions Manual

Replacing guide bar and saw chain
See pages 15 - 18.
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1. Remove the battery. Wear protective gloves.
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2. Remove the bar mounting nuts using the combination wrench
provided.
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3. Remove the guide bar cover.
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4. Remove the bar and saw chain from the product. Properly dispose
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of used chain and bar.
5. Put the new chain in the correct direction onto the bar, and make
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sure that the drive links are aligned in the bar groove.
6. Attach the bar to the chain saw and loop the chain around the
drive sprocket.
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7. Replace the chain cover and bar mounting nuts.
8. Finger-tighten the bar mounting nuts. The bar must be free to
move for chain tension adjustment.
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9. Adjust the chain tension. Refer to the "Adjusting chain tension"
section.
10. Hold the tip of the guide bar upwards, and securely tighten the
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bar mounting nuts.
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Inspecting and cleaning the chain brake
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See page 20.
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Always keep the chain brake mechanism clean by lightly brushing the
the
linkage free from dirt.
Always test the chain brake performance after cleaning. Refer to
"Checking and operating the chain brake" section in this manual for
additional information.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

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Daily check
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Bar lubrication
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Chain tension
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Chain sharpness
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For damaged parts
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For loose fasteners
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Chain brake function
Inspect and clean
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Chain brake
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* Hours of operation
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RESIDUAL RISKS

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Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible
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to eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following hazards may
arise in use and the operator should pay special attention to avoid
the following:
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■ injury caused by vibration
– Always use the right tool for the job. Use designated handles.
Restrict working time and exposure.
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■ injury caused by to exposure to noise
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– Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.
■ injury caused by contact with exposed saw teeth of the chain
(cutting hazards)
Before each use
Before each use and frequently
Before each use, visual check
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours*
■ injury caused by unforeseen, abrupt movement or kickback of the
guide bar (cutting hazards)
■ injury caused by parts ejected from the saw chain (cutting/
injection hazards)
■ injury caused by thrown-out pieces of the workpiece (wood chips,
splinters)
■ injury caused by dust and particles
■ injury to the skin caused by contact with lubricants

RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools may
contribute to a condition called Raynaud's Syndrome in certain
individuals. Symptoms may include tingling, numbness, and blanching
of the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold. Hereditary
factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking, and work
practices are all thought to contribute to the development of these
symptoms. There are measures that can be taken by the operator to
possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
■ Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating the unit,
wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is reported
that cold weather is a major factor contributing to Raynaud's
Syndrome.
■ After each period of operation, exercise to increase blood
circulation.
■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of exposure per day.
■ Protective gloves available from professional chainsaw retailers
are designed specifically for chainsaw use, which give protection,
good grip, and reduce the effect of handle vibration.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition, immediately
discontinue use and see your doctor.
WARNING! Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by
prolonged use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged
periods, ensure you take regular breaks.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
See pages 3-4.
Chainsaw x 1
Guide bar cover x 1
Operator's manual x 1
Scrench tool x 1
Battery pack x 1 (sold separtely for ACS58B18)
Charger x 1 (sold separtely for ACS58B18)

SAFETY DEVICES

Low kickback saw chain
A low-kickback saw chain helps to reduce the possibility of a kickback
event.
The rakers (depth gauges) ahead of each cutter can minimize the
force of a kickback reaction by preventing the cutters from digging in
too deeply. Only use replacement guide bar and chain combinations
recommended by the manufacturer.
As saw chains are sharpened, they lose some of the low kickback
qualities and extra caution is required. For your safety, replace saw
chains when cutting performance decreases.
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