Low Kickback Saw Chain; Additional Warnings - Ego Power+ CS2000E Operator's Manual

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With a basic understanding of kickback, you can
reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden
surprise contributes to accidents.
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Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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Push and Pull – The reaction force is always opposite
to the direction the chain is moving where wood
contact is made. Thus, the operator must be ready to
control the PULL when cutting on the bottom edge of
the bar, and the PUSH when cutting along the top edge
(Fig. F).
KICKBACK SAFETY DEVICES ON THIS CHAINSAW
CHAIN BRAKE
The chainsaw comes equipped with a chain brake, which
stops both the motor and the motion of the chain when
kickback occurs. The chain brake can be activated by the
for-ward motion of the chain kickback brake paddle as
the saw rotates backward during kickback; it can also
be activated by the inertial forces generated during rapid
pushback.
WARNING:
Never modify or attempt to disable the
chain brake.
Make sure that the chain brake is working properly before
using the chainsaw. The chain kickback brake paddle
should move back and forth easily.
To test the operation of the chain brake, perform the
following steps (Fig. G):
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Place the chainsaw on a flat bare surface and make
sure no objects or obstructions that could come in
contact with the bar and chain are in the immediate
vicinity.
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Disengage the chain brake by pulling the chain
kickback brake paddle towards the front handle.
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Start the chainsaw.
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Push the chain kickback brake paddle towards the
front of the saw. A properly functioning hand brake
will stop the movement of the chain immediately. If
the chain brake is not working properly, do not use the
chainsaw until it has been repaired by a qualified service
technician.
WARNING:
Confirm that the chain brake works
properly before each use.
WARNING:
If the chain brake is clogged with wood
chips, the function of the chain brake may deteriorate.
Always keep the device clean.
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56 VOLT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS CHAIN SAW — CS2000E

LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN

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 at the kickback
zone. Only use a replacement chain that is equivalent to
the original chain or has been certified one.
CAUTION:
As saw chains are sharpened during their
useful life, they lose some of the low kickback qualities
and extra caution should be used.

ADDITIONAL WARNINGS

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A chainsaw is intended for two-handed use. Serious
injury to the operator, helpers, and/or bystanders can
result from one-handed operation.
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Avoid unintentional contact with the stationary
saw chain or guide bar rails. These can be very
sharp. Always wear gloves and long pants or chaps when
handling the chainsaw, saw chain, or guide bar.
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Never operate a chainsaw that is damaged or
improperly adjusted or that is not completely and
securely assembled. Be sure that the saw chain stops
moving when the trigger switch is released.
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Inspect the work piece for nails, wire, or other
foreign objects prior to cutting.
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When bucking, secure the work piece prior to
cutting. When felling or pruning, identify and
secure hazardous branches.
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Aggressive or abusive cutting or misuse of the
chainsaw can cause premature bar, chain, and/
or sprocket wear, as well as broken chain or bar,
leading to kickback, chain throw or the ejection of
material.
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Never use the guide bar as a lever. A bent guide bar
can cause premature bar, chain, and/or sprocket wear,
as well as a broken chain or bar, leading to kickback,
chain throw or the ejection of material.
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Cut only one work piece at a time.
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Use only with battery packs and chargers listed
below.
BATTERY
BA1400, BA2800, BA4200,
BA1400T, BA2800T, BA4200T,
BA5600T, BA6720T
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Do not charge the battery pack in rain or in wet
locations.
CHARGER
CH2100E,
CH5500E,
CH7000E