Cleaning And Maintenance - EINHELL GE-HC 18 Li T Operating Instructions Manual

branch (Fig. 28).
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Start with the bottom branches on the tree.
This will make it easier for the cut branches to
drop.
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After completing a cut, the weight of the saw
will abruptly increase for the operator as the
saw is no longer supported by the branch.
This can result in you losing control over the
saw.
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Remove the saw from the cut only with the
saw chain still running. This will prevent the
saw from getting jammed.
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Never cut with the tip of the saw.
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Never cut into the bulging branch collar. This
will prevent the tree from healing.
Sawing off smaller branches (Fig. 26):
Place the contact surface of the saw onto the
branch. This will prevent the saw from making
jerky movements when you begin a cut. Exerting
slight pressure, guide the saw from the top to the
bottom through the branch.
Sawing off large and long branches (Fig. 27):
Carry out a relief cut when working on large
branches.
Start by sawing through 1/3 of the branch
diameter from the top to the bottom with the top
side of the bar (Fig. 27/Point 1). Then saw towards
the fi rst cut from the top to the bottom with the
bottom side of the bar (Fig. 27/Point 2).
Saw off long branches in several steps to keep
control over the impact location.
Kickback
The term "kickback" describes what happens
when the running chain saw suddenly kicks
upward and backward. Usually this is caused
by contact between the tip of the bar and the
workpiece or by the saw chain becoming trapped.
In the event of kickback, large forces occur
suddenly and violently. As a result, the chain saw
usually reacts uncontrollably. This can often result
in very serious injuries to the worker or persons in
the vicinity. The risk of kickback is at its greatest
when the saw is positioned for a cut in the region
of the tip of the bar, as the leverage eff ect is
greatest there. It is therefore safest to position the
saw as fl at as possible.
Danger!
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Make sure that the chain tension is always
correctly adjusted.
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Only use a chain saw if it is in perfect working
order.
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Only work with a saw chain that has been
properly sharpened in accordance with the
instructions.
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Never cut with the upper edge or the tip of the
bar.
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Always hold the chainsaw firmly with both
hands.
Cutting wood which is under tension
Special care is required when cutting wood which
is under tension. Cutting wood which is under
tension can release the tension, causing the
wood to react out of control. In the worst case this
can result in severe and even fatal injuries. This
type of work must be performed only by specially
trained persons.

8. Cleaning and maintenance

HAZARD!
Always take the battery out of the equipment
before starting any cleaning work.
8.1 Cleaning
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Regularly clean the tensioning mechanism
by blowing it out with compressed air or
cleaning it with a brush. Do not use any tools
for cleaning.
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Keep the handles free of oil so that you can
maintain a firm grip.
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If you are not going to use the chain saw for
an extended period of time, remove the chain
oil from the oil tank. Briefly immerse the saw
chain and the bar into an oil bath and then
wrap them in oil paper.
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Never immerse the equipment in water or
other liquids in order to clean it.
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Use a brush to remove deposits from the
safety guards.
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Keep all safety devices, air vents and the
motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as
possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean
cloth or blow it down with compressed air at
low pressure.
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We recommend cleaning the equipment
immediately each time after use.
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Clean the equipment regularly with a damp
cloth and some soft soap. Do not use
cleaning agents or solvents; these may
be aggressive to the plastic parts in the
equipment. Ensure that no water can get into
the interior of the equipment. The ingress of
water into an electric power tool increases the
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