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McGREGOR MEC18403 Original Instructions Manual

800w 40cm electric chain saw
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Important - Please read these
instructions fully before starting operation
These instructions contain important information that will help
you get the best from your chain saw, ensuring it is operated
correctly and safely. If you need help or have damaged or
missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 0345 605 2065
INSTRUCTIONS
- Please retain for future reference
WARNING: This product must NOT
be used before first filling the
Chain Oil reservoir with a specialist
Chain Oil (not supplied, available
to purchase separately).
McGregor 1800W 40CM
Electric Chain Saw
1 of 31
ORIGINAL
(Model: MEC18403)
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
0345 605 2065
V1.7 03/23

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  • Page 1 WARNING: This product must NOT be used before first filling the Chain Oil reservoir with a specialist Chain Oil (not supplied, available to purchase separately). McGregor 1800W 40CM Electric Chain Saw (Model: MEC18403) Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting operation...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information…………………………………………..…………….........……………..3 In the box…………….……………………………...……………………........…………….18 Preparation…………………………………………………...……........……………….. 19 Operation............................21 Maintenance..............................24 Technical data...............................28 Troubleshooting..........................30 Guarantee..............................31 Produced in China. Argos Limited, 489-499 Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 2NW. Argos (N.I.) Ltd, Forestside Shopping Centre, Upper Galwally, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT8 6FX. Argos Distributors (Ireland) Limited, Unit 7, Ashbourne Retail Park, Ballybin Road, Ashbourne, County Meath, Ireland.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use General safety WARNING! Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for reference at a later date. Always ensure anyone intending to operate this chain saw is fully conversant with the contents of this manual prior to assembling, maintaining or operating the chain saw.
  • Page 4 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use Personal safety WARNING! Only operate the chain saw if you are wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as described in the following warnings. Warning symbols Some of the following symbols may be marked on the product and indicate the appropriate safety measures to be taken when operating the product.
  • Page 5 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use Warning symbols Beware of chain saw kickback and avoid contact with bar tip Remove plug from the mains immediately if the cable is damaged or cut Double insulation Conforms to relevant EU regulatory requirements Conforms to relevant UK regulatory requirements Waste electrical products must not be disposed of with household waste.
  • Page 6 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use General power tool safety warnings WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
  • Page 7 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use General power tool safety warnings d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 8 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use General power tool safety warnings f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
  • Page 9 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use General power tool safety warnings f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
  • Page 10 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use General chain saw safety warnings a) Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating. Before you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything.
  • Page 11 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use General chain saw safety warnings i) Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched off and away from your body. When transporting or storing the chain saw , always fit the guide bar cover. Proper handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
  • Page 12 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use Causes and operator prevention of kickback Causes and operator prevention of kickback Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
  • Page 13 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use Residual risks Residual risks Even with the intended use of the appliance there is always a residual risk, which can not be prevented. According to the type and construction of the appliance the following potential hazards might apply: - Contact with exposed saw teeth of the saw chain (cutting hazards)
  • Page 14 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use Instructions concerning the proper techniques for basic felling, limbing, and cross-cutting 1. Felling a tree When bucking and felling operations are being performed by two or more persons at the same time, the felling operations should be separated from the bucking operation by a distance of at least twice the height of the tree being felled.
  • Page 15 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use Instructions concerning the proper techniques for basic felling, limbing, and cross-cutting 3. Felling back cut Make the felling back cut (Y) at least 50 mm higher than the horizontal notching cut as illustrated in Figure 1. Keep the felling back cut parallel to the horizontal notching cut.
  • Page 16 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use Instructions concerning the proper techniques for basic felling, limbing, and cross-cutting 4. Limbing a tree Limbing is removing the branches from a fallen tree. When limbing leave larger lower limbs to support the log off the ground. Remove the small limbs in one cut as illustrated in Figure 2.
  • Page 17 Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before use Instructions concerning the proper techniques for basic felling, limbing, and cross-cutting When the log is supported on one end, as illustrated in Figure 4, cut 1/3 the diameter from the underside ( underbuck) (1). Then make the finished cut by overbucking (2) to meet the first cut.

  • Page 18: In The Box

    In the box Parts Rear handle Cable hook Oil tank cap Safety lock-off button Front handle ON/OFF switch Front hand guard/Chain brake Power cable Saw chain Drive sprocket Guide bar Guide bolt Spiked bumper Oil outlet Tool-free lock knob Guide bar cover Drive sprocket cover Instruction manual Oil level window...

  • Page 19: Preparation

    Preparation Preparing instructions Always take care when removing the packaging to prevent damage to you or to the chain saw. IMPORTANT! The machine is already assembled, check all the parts indicated in the manual are in the box. Inspect all the parts for signs of damage. Do not assemble the chain saw if you observe any damaged components.
  • Page 20 Preparation Preparing instructions 2. LUBRICATION (SEE FIG. B1) NOTE: Chain life and cutting capacity depend on optimum lubrication. Therefore, the chain is automatically oiled during operation. a. Set chain saw on any suitable surface with oil tank cap facing upward. b.

  • Page 21: Operation

    Operation Operating instructions 4. HOW TO USE THE CABLE HOOK (SEE FIG. C) WARNING: Ensure the product is disconnected from the mains power supply before attempting any adjustment. Double the power cable about 3cm from the end. Lead the loop through the hole on the back of the chain saw rear handle and hook the loop over the cable hook.
  • Page 22 Operation Operating instructions 3. CHECKING THE CHAIN BRAKE (SEE FIG. F) The chain brake must be checked before every use of the saw! Start the tool as described above (have a secure footing, place the chain saw on the ground so that the saw chain and guide bar are not near anything).
  • Page 23 Operation Operating instructions 6. CUTTING WARNING: Check oil level gauge prior to starting and regularly during operation. Refill chain oil (not supplied) when oil level is low. WARNING: Check the chain tension approx. every 10 minutes during operation. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, protective gloves and heavy-duty work clothes during operation.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance 1. KICKBACK SAFETY DEVICES ON THIS SAW This saw has a low-kickback chain and reduced kickback guide bar. Both items reduce the chance of kickback. However, kickback can still occur with this saw. The following steps will reduce the risk of kickback. Use both hands to grip saw while saw is running.
  • Page 25 Maintenance Maintenance Replace the guide bar and saw chain as follows: 1) Place the tool on a solid, level surface. 2) Grip the tool-free lock knob and turning it anti-clockwise to loosen the drive sprocket cover and take off the drive sprocket cover. (See Fig. K1) 3) Remove the old bar and chain to expose the bar pad.
  • Page 26 Indicates direction of chain Maintenance Maintenance 8) Fit the guide bar cover onto the bar pad, make sure the hole of the cover is directly inserted into the guide bolt. Hold the tool-free lock knob and turning it clockwise to tighten the guide bar cover. Check to see if the cover is pressed tight and smoothly with the guide bar and saw chain body.
  • Page 27 Maintenance Maintenance TO CLEAN THE BAR RAILS: 1) Remove chain cover and bar and chain. 2) Using a wire brush, screwdriver or similar tool, clear the residue from the inner groove of the bar. (See Fig. 3) Make sure to clean oil passages thoroughly CONDITIONS WHICH REQUIRE CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE: (See Fig.

  • Page 28: Technical Data

    Store the tool in a dry, well-ventilated area, locked-up or up high, out of the reach of children. Do not store the machine on or adjacent to fertilizers, gasoline, or other chemicals. Technical data Technical data table Model number MEC18403 Rated voltage 230-240V~50Hz Replacement fuse rating Cable length...
  • Page 29 Technical data Noise technical date WARNING: A specialist chain oil (not supplied, available to purchase separately) will usually contain Inhibitors against oxidation damage, have an ti-wear properties and a high tack additive to help the oil stick to the bar and chain during use. These specialist properties reduce friction, prevent clogging and help to prolong the life of your Chain and guide bar.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting General troubleshooting The following chart lists problem symptoms, possible causes and corrective action, if your electric chain saw does not operate properly. If these do not identify and correct the problem, contact your service agent. WARNING: Always switch the product off, disconnect it from power supply and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! Problem Possible cause...

  • Page 31: Guarantee

    Guarantee Dear Customer, In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our Customer service department on the telephone number shown below (0345 605 2065). 1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory war- ranty rights.

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