Layout And Items Supplied; Proper Use - EINHELL GH-EC 2040 Original Operating Instructions

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Position the power cable such that it cannot
be caught by branches or the like during sa-
wing.
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We recommend that first-time users should at
least practice cutting roundwood (logs) on a
sawing trestle or similar.
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Do not use the chainsaw without lubrication
and top it up in good time before the tank is
empty.
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Use only recommended lubricants.
Residual risks
Even if you use this electric power tool in ac-
cordance to instructions, certain residual risks
cannot be eliminated. The following hazards may
arise in connection with the equipment's const-
ruction and layout:
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Cut injuries if no safety clothing is used.
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Lung damage if no suitable protective dust
mask is applied.
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Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protec-
tion is applied.
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Health damage caused by hand-arm vibra-
tions if the equipment is used over a longer
period or is not properly guided and maintai-
ned.
Warning! The electric power tool generates an
electromagnetic fi eld during operation. Under cer-
tain circumstances this fi eld may actively or passi-
vely impede medical implants. To reduce the risk
of serious or fatal injuries, we recommend per-
sons with medical implants to consult their doctor
and the manufacturer of the medical implant prior
to using the equipment.

2. Layout and items supplied

2.1 Layout (Fig. 1-3)
1. Claw stop
2. Front hand guard
3. Front handle
4. Rear handle
5. Safety lock-off
6. ON/OFF switch
7. Oil tank cover
8. Chain wheel cover
9. Fixing screw for the chain wheel cover
10. Chain tensioning screw
11. Chain oil fi ll level indicator
12. Cable strain-relief clamp
13. Power cable
14. Rear hand guard
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15. Cutter rail
16. Saw chain
17. Cutter guard
2.2 Items supplied
Please check that the article is complete as
specifi ed in the scope of delivery. If parts are
missing, please contact our service center or the
sales outlet where you made your purchase at
the latest within 5 working days after purchasing
the product and upon presentation of a valid bill
of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in
the service information at the end of the operating
instructions.
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Open the packaging and take out the equip-
ment with care.
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Remove the packaging material and any
packaging and/or transportation braces (if
available).
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Check to see if all items are supplied.
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Inspect the equipment and accessories for
transport damage.
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If possible, please keep the packaging until
the end of the guarantee period.
Danger!
The equipment and packaging material are
not toys. Do not let children play with plastic
bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of
swallowing or suff ocating!
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Original operating instructions
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Safety instructions

3. Proper use

The chainsaw is intended for felling trees and for
cutting trunks, branches, wooden beams, boards
etc. and can be used for cross cuts and longitudi-
nal cuts. It is not suitable for cutting any materials
other than wood.
The equipment is to be used only for its prescri-
bed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a
case of misuse. The user / operator and not the
manufacturer will be liable for any damage or inju-
ries of any kind caused as a result of this.
Please note that our equipment has not been de-
signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial
applications. Our warranty will be voided if the
machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial
businesses or for equivalent purposes.
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