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WARNING!
When using the pruning saw, the safety rules
must be followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders,
you must read and fully understand these instructions before
operating the pruning saw. You should attend a professionally
organized safety course in the use, preventative actions,
first-aid, and maintenance of pruning saws. Please keep these
instructions safe for later use.
WARNING!
Pruning saws are potentially dangerous
tools. Accidents involving the use of pruning saws often result
in loss of limbs or death. It is not just the pruning saw that
is the hazard. Falling branches, toppling trees, and rolling
logs can all kill. Diseased or rotting timber poses additional
hazards. You should assess your capability of completing the
task safely. If there is any doubt, leave it to a professional tree
surgeon.
Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use.
RESIDUAL RISK
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible
to completely eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in use and the operator should pay special
attention to avoid the following:
• IInjury caused by vibration
Always use the right tool for the job. Use designated handles.
Restrict working time and exposure.
• Damage to hearing due to exposure to noise
Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.
• Injury caused by contact with exposed saw teeth of the chain
• 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
• Parts ejected from the saw chain (cutting/injection hazards)
• Unforeseen, abrupt movement, or kickback of the guide bar
(cutting hazards)
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.
• 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 pruning saw
retailers are designed specifically for pruning saw use which
give protection, good grip and also reduce the effect of handle
vibration. These gloves should comply with EN 381-7 and must
be CE marked.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition, immediately
discontinue use and see your doctor.
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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.
NOTES FOR LI-ION BATTERIES
Use of Li-Ion batteries
Battery packs which have not been used for some time should be
recharged before use.
Temperatures in excess of 50°C (122°F) reduce the performance of
the battery pack. Avoid extended exposure to heat or sunshine (risk
of overheating).
The contacts of chargers and battery packs must be kept clean.
For an optimum life-time, the battery packs have to be fully charged,
after use.
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To obtain the longest possible battery life remove the battery pack
from the charger once it is fully charged.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 27°C and
away from moisture
Store the battery packs in a 30% - 50% charged condition
Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.
Battery protection for Li-Ion batteries
In extremely high torque, binding, stalling and short circuit situations
that cause high current draw, the tool will vibrate for about 5
seconds, the fuel gauge will flash,and then the tool will turn OFF.
To reset, release the trigger. Under extreme circumstances, the
internal temperature of the battery pack could raise too much. If
this happens, the fuel gauge will flash until the battery pack cooled
down. After the lights go off, the work may continue.
Transporting Lithium Batteries
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation
requirements.
Transportation of those batteries has to be done in accordance with
local, national and international provisions and regulations.
The user can transport the batteries by road without further
requirements.
Commercial transport of Lithium-Ion batteries by third parties is
subject to Dangerous Goods regulations. Transport preparation and
transport are exclusively to be carried out by appropriately trained
persons and the process has to be accompanied by corresponding
experts.
When transporting batteries:
Ensure that battery contact terminals are protected and insulated to
prevent short circuit.
Ensure that battery pack is secured against movement within
packaging. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or leak.Check
with forwarding company for further advice.
WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY
Assembling saw chain and guide bar
WARNING!
If any parts are damaged or missing do not
operate the machine until the parts are replaced. Failure to
heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
Make sure to remove the battery. Wear gloves!
1. Remove the bar mounting nuts using the combination wrench
provided.
2. Remove the drive sprocket cover.
3. Put the chain in the correct direction onto the bar and make sure
that the drive links are aligned in the bar groove.
4. Attach the bar to the pruning saw and loop the chain around the
drive sprocket.
5. Replace the drive sprocket cover and bar mounting nuts.
6. Finger-tighten the bar mounting nuts. The bar must be free to
move for chain tension adjustment.
7. Adjust the chain tension. Refer to the "Adjusting chain tension"
section.
8. Hold the tip of the guide bar up and tighten the bar mounting nuts
securely.
WARNING!
The saw chain is sharp. Always wear
protective gloves when performing maintenance to the chain.
Adjusting the chain tension
Remove the battery pack before you do any work on the pruning
saw.
To increase the chain tension, turn the chain tensioning screw
clockwise and check the chain tension frequently. To reduce the
chain tension, turn the chain tensioning screw counterclockwise and
check the chain tension frequently.
ENGLISH
The chain tension is correct when the gap between the cutter in the
chain and the bar is about 6,8 mm. Pull the chain in the middle of the
lower side of the bar downwards (away from the bar) and measure
the distance between the bar and the chain cutters. Tighten the bar
mounting nuts by turning it counter clockwise.
Note: Do not over-tension the chain - excess tension will cause
excessive wear and will reduce the life of the chain and could
damage the bar. New chains could stretch and loosen during initial
use. Remove battery pack and check chain tension frequently during
the first two hours of use. The temperature of the chain increases
during normal operation causing the chain to stretch. Check the
chain tension frequently and adjust as required. A chain tensioned
while warm may be too tight upon cooling. Make sure that the chain
tension is correctly adjusted as specified in these instructions.
Adding the chain lubricating oil
WARNING!
Never work without chain lubricant. If the saw
chain is running without lubricant, the guide bar and the saw chain
can be damaged. It is essential to frequently check the oil level in
the oil level gauge and before starting to use the pruning saw.Keep
the reservoir more than ¼ full to ensure sufficient oil is available for
the job.
Note: It is recommended to use a vegetable based chain oil when
pruning trees. Mineral oil may harm trees. Never use waste oil
automotive oil, or very thick oils. These could damage the pruning
saw. Clear surface around the oil cap to prevent contamination.
1. Unscrew and remove the cap from the oil tank.
2. Pour the oil into the oil tank and monitor the oil level gauge.
3. Put the oil cap back on and tighten it up. Wipe away any
spillage.
Holding the pruning saw
Always hold the pruning saw with your right hand on the rear handle
and your left hand on the front handle. Grip both handles with the
thumbs and fingers encircling the handles.
Starting the pruning saw
Before starting the pruning saw, you should install the battery pack
in the pruning saw.
Restart protection
The power tool is supplied with a restart protection.
This prevents the switched-on power tool from starting by itself when
the battery pack is inserted and from restarting after a switch-off
function of the battery pack.
If the guide bar is outside of the wood switch off the machine and
switch it back on again in order to continue to work.
If the guide bar is inside of the wood wait until the saw chain
comes to a complete stop. Make sure that the switch is in the
off position. Remove the battery pack from the machine and the
guide bar from the cut. Insert the battery pack and then switch
the machine back on again, in order to continue to work.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
Always lightly oil the chain when storing to prevent rust. Always
empty the oil tank when storing to prevent leakage.
Stop the machine, remove the battery, and allow it to cool before
storing or transporting.
Clean all foreign materials from the machine. Store the machine in
a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children.
Keep away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and
de-icing salts. Do not store outdoors.
Fit the guide bar cover before storing the machine or during
transportation.
For transportation in vehicles, secure the machine against
movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the
machine.
CLEANING
Clean dust and debris from openings. Keep handle clean, dry
and free of oil or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to
clean, since certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to
plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these include gasoline,
turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning
solvents, ammonia and household detergents containing ammonia.
Never use flammable or combustible solvents around tools.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
Use only Milwaukee accessories and
Milwaukee spare parts. Failure to do so can cause possible injury,
contribute to poor performance, and may void your warranty.
Use only Milwaukee accessories and Milwaukee spare parts. Should
components need to be replaced which have not been described,
please contact one of our Milwaukee service agents (see our list of
guarantee/service addresses).
WARNING!
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only be a qualified service technician.
For service, we suggest you bring the machine to your nearest
MILWAUKEE service station for repair. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts.
WARNING!
Remove the battery before adjustment,
maintenance or cleaning. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury. You may only make adjustments or repairs
described in this manual. For other repairs, contact the authorised
service agent.
Consequences of improper maintenance may cause the chain brake
and other safety features to not function correctly, thus increasing
the potential for serious injury.
Keep your pruning saw professionally maintained and safe.
• Sharpening the chain safely is a skilled task. Therefore, the
manufacturer strongly recommends that a worn or dull chain is
replaced with a new one, available at your MILWAUKEE service
agent. The part number is available in the product specification table
in this manual.
Follow instructions for lubricating and chain tension checking and
adjustment.
After each use, clean the machine with a soft dry cloth.
Remove any chips, dirt and debris in the battery bay.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for security
to ensure the machine is in safe working condition. Any part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
MILWAUKEE service station.
Replacing the guide bar and saw chain
Wear protective gloves.
1. Remove the battery pack
2. Remove the guide bar cover
3. Remove the bar mounting nuts using the combination wrench
provided.
4. Remove the drive sprocket cover.
5. Reduce the tension of the saw chain. See the section "Adjusting
the chain tension".
6. Remove the old chain with the guide bar
7. Put the new chain in the correct direction onto the bar and make
sure that the drive links are aligned in the bar groove.
8. Attach the bar to the pruning saw and loop the chain around the
drive sprocket.
9. Replace the drive sprocket cover and bar mounting nut.
10. Finger-tighten the bar mounting nut.
11. The bar must be free to move for chain tension adjustment.
12. Adjust the chain tension. Refer to the "Adjusting chain tension"
section.
13. Hold the tip of the guide bar up and tighten the bar mounting
nuts securely.
WARNING!
A dull or improperly sharpened chain can
cause excessive motor speed during cutting which may result
in severe motor damage.
WARNING!
Improper chain sharpening increases the
potential of kickback.
ENGLISH
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