Table of contents 1. Safety regulations 2. Layout and items supplied 3. Proper use 4. Technical data 5. Before starting the equipment 6. Operation 7. Working with the chainsaw 8. Replacing the power cable 9. Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts 10.
Danger! b) Do not use this power tool in an area When using the equipment, a few safety pre- where there is a risk of explosion and cautions must be observed to avoid injuries and where there are infl ammable liquids, damage.
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always wear safety goggles. Wearing per- changing plug-in tool parts or putting the sonal safety equipment such as dust masks, power tool down. These precautions will non-slip safety shoes, a helmet or ear plugs, prevent the power tool starting accidentally. depending on the type and application of the d) Keep unused electric tools out of the tool, reduces the risk of injury.
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the chainsaw with your hands the other way le: Never use the chainsaw to cut plastic round as your working position increases the or brickwork or building materials which risk of injury and is therefore not allowed. are not made of wood. Use of the chainsaw •...
• Position the power cable such that it cannot 15. Cutter rail be caught by branches or the like during sa- 16. Saw chain wing. 17. Cutter guard • We recommend that first-time users should at least practice cutting roundwood (logs) on a 2.2 Items supplied sawing trestle or similar.
4. Technical data ted noise emission value can also be used to make an initial assessment of exposure. Mains voltage: ......230-240 V ~ 50 Hz Warning: Power rating: ........... 2000 W • The vibration and noise emission levels Idling speed: ......... 7800 rpm during actual use may vary from the values Cutter rail length: ........
• Lay the chain as shown in the groove which Notice! Be aware of the temperature conditions: runs around the cutter rail (Fig. 6/Item A). diff erent lubricants with completely diff erent • Insert the cutter rail and chain as shown in viscosities are required at diff...
7. Working with the chainsaw Switching off Release the ON/OFF switch (Fig. 1/Item 6). 7.1 Preparations The integrated brake will bring the running chain- To ensure that you can work safely, check the fol- saw to a standstill within a very short space of lowing points before every use: time.
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7.2 Description of the correct procedures for a diff erent direction to the desired fall direction (C) basic use of the chainsaw or it starts to lean back and traps the saw chain, interrupt the felling cut and insert wedges made Felling a tree (Figs.
When working with the saw on a slope, always Cutting wood which is under tension position yourself at a higher point on the slope Special care is required when cutting wood which above the tree as shown in Fig. 15. In order to re- is under tension.
Article number of the machine • Identification number of the machine • Replacement part number of the part required For our latest prices and information please go to www.Einhell-Service.com - 18 - Anl_GH_EC_2040_EX_UK_SPK7.indb 18 Anl_GH_EC_2040_EX_UK_SPK7.indb 18 24.08.2023 10:58:46 24.08.2023 10:58:46...
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The reprinting or reproduction by any other me- ans, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of the Einhell Germany Subject to technical changes - 19 - Anl_GH_EC_2040_EX_UK_SPK7.indb 19 Anl_GH_EC_2040_EX_UK_SPK7.indb 19...
12. Troubleshooting Danger! Before troubleshooting, switch off the tool and disconnect the mains plug. The table below contains a list of fault symptoms and explains what you can do to remedy the problem if your tool fails to work properly. If the problem still persists after working through the list then please con- tact your nearest service workshop.
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* Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery! In the eff ect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.Einhell-Service.com. Please ensure that you provide a precise description of the problem and answer the following questions in all cases: •...
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We draw attention to the restrictions of this guarantee concerning wear parts, consumab- les and missing parts as presented in the service information included in this operating manual. Warrantor/ Service: Einhell UK Ltd, Unit 10, 1st Floor, Champion‘s Business Park, Arrowe Brook Road, Upton, Wirral, CH49 0UQ - 22 - Anl_GH_EC_2040_EX_UK_SPK7.indb 22 Anl_GH_EC_2040_EX_UK_SPK7.indb 22...
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Samræmisyfi rlýsing: Við útskurðum samræmi við EU-reglugerð og Οδηγία Εε και πρότυπα για τα προϊόντα stöðlum fyrir vörutegund Declaração de conformidade: Declaramos a conformidade de acordo com a diretiva CE e normas para o artigo Elektro-Kettensäge* GH-EC 2040 (Einhell) 2014/29/EU 2006/42/EC Annex IV 2005/32/EC_2009/125/EC Notifi...
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Champions Business Park, First Floor Unit 10, Arrowe Brook Rd, Upton, Wirral CH49 0AB, United Kingdom declare the conformity to UK standards and legislation was assessed for: Electric Chain Saw GH-EC 2040 (Einhell) UK legislation Simple Pressure Vessels (Safety) Regulation...
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