GreenWorks 20022 Owner's Manual

GreenWorks 20022 Owner's Manual

16" 12a electric chainsaw

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16" 12A ELECTRIC CHAINSAW
20022
Owner's Manual
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS
(888.909.6757)
Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.

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  • Page 1 16" 12A ELECTRIC CHAINSAW 20022 Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction .......................... 2 Specifications ........................2 Important Safety Instructions ....................3-5 General Safety Rules ......................6-7 Symbols ..........................8-9 Electrical ........................10-11 Know Your Chainsaw .....................12-13 Assembly ........................... 14 Operation ........................15-26 Maintenance ......................... 27-36 Troubleshooting ......................... 36 Warranty ..........................37 Parts/ Parts List ......................38-40 SPECIFICATIONS 16"...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read all of the instructions, safety information, etc. contained in this manual thoroughly and understand them completely. Failure to comply may result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury.
  • Page 4 • All chainsaw service, other than the items listed in the operation and maintenance sections, should be performed by your nearest GreenWorks™ service dealer. • Always maintain a proper stance.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Use extreme caution when cutting small brush and saplings, because small material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance. • When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring back, so that you will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibers is released.
  • Page 6: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES KICKBACK (See Fig. 1 - 2.) W A R N I N G Kickback may occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Contact at the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar can cause the chain to dig into the object and stop the chain for an instant.
  • Page 7 GENERAL SAFETY RULES • Push and Pull — This reaction force is always opposite to the direction the chain is moving where contact is made with the wood. 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. (See Fig.
  • Page 8: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
  • Page 9: Symbols

    SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 10: Electrical

    ELECTRICAL W A R N I N G TO AVOID ELECTRICAL HAZARDS, FIRE HAZARDS, OR DAMAGE TO THE TOOL, USE PROPER CIRCUIT PROTECTION. THIS CHAINSAW IS WIRED AT THE FACTORYFOR 120 V OPERATION. CONNECT TO A 120 V, 15 A CIRCUIT, AND USE A 15 A TIME-DELAYED FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER.
  • Page 11 ELECTRICAL W A R N I N G THIS LAWN TOOL IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS. GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one of heavy enough gauge to carry the current your product will draw.
  • Page 12: Know Your Chainsaw

    KNOW YOUR CHAINSAW SWITCH TRIGGER SCABBARD LOW KICKBACK FRONT SAW CHAIN HANDLE OIL RESERVOIR FRONT HAND GUARD GUIDE REAR HANDLE CHAIN COVER CHAIN COVER LOCK KNOB Fig. 5...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR CHAINSAW The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this Owner's Manual, as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. CHAIN TENSIONING KNOB This feature allows user to adjust the tension of the chain.
  • Page 14: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. •...
  • Page 15: Operation

    • Removing buttress roots ADDING BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICANT (See Fig. 6) Use GREENWORKS Bar and Chain Lubricant. It is designed for chains and chain oilers, and is formulated to perform over a wide temperature range with no dilution required.
  • Page 16 OPERATION Fig. 6 Fig. 7 RESERVOIR EXTENSION CORD QUICK VIEW OIL INDICATOR CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY (See Fig. 7) This chainsaw is designed with a cord retainer that prevents the extension cord from being pulled loose while using. • Form a loop with the end of the extension cord. •...
  • Page 17 OPERATION Starting the chain saw: • Make sure chain tension is at desired setting. Refer to Adjusting the Chain Tension in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Make sure the chain cover lock knob is tight to the chain cover. •...
  • Page 18 OPERATION PREPARING FOR CUTTING PROPER GRIP ON HANDLES (See Fig. 9) See General Safety Rules for appropriate safety equipment. • Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection. • Hold the saw firmly with both hands. Always keep your left hand on the front handle and your right hand on the rear handle so that your body is to the left of the chain line.
  • Page 19 OPERATION PROPER CUTTING STANCE (See Fig. 10) • Balance your weight with both feet on solid ground. • Keep left arm with elbow locked in a “straight arm” position to withstand any kickback force. • Keep your body to the left of the chain line. •...
  • Page 20 OPERATION WORK AREA PRECAUTIONS (See Fig. 11) • Cut only wood or materials made from wood; no sheet metal, no plastics, no masonry, no non- wooden building materials. • Never allow children to operate the saw. Allow no person to use this chainsaw who has not read this Owner's Manual or received adequate instructions for the safe and proper use of this chainsaw.
  • Page 21 OPERATION PLANNED LINE OF FALL PLANNED PATH 135° LINE OF OF SAFE FALL RETREAT 45° 90° 45° 135° 90° 135° FROM PATH OF PLANNED LINE SAFE RETREAT Fig. 12 OF FALL • Do not cut down trees having an extreme lean, or large trees with rotten limbs, loose bark or hollow trunks.
  • Page 22 OPERATION • Consider the force and direction of the wind, the lean and balance of the tree, and the location of large limbs. These things influence the direction in which the tree will fall. Do not try to fell a tree along a line different from its natural line of fall.
  • Page 23 OPERATION REMOVING BUTTRESS ROOTS (See Fig. 14) A buttress root is a large root extending from the trunk of the tree above the ground. Remove large buttress roots prior to felling. Make the horizontal cut into the buttress first, followed by the vertical cut.
  • Page 24 OPERATION BUCKING WITH A WEDGE (See Fig. 16) If the wood diameter is large enough for you to insert a soft bucking wedge without touching the chain, you should use the wedge to hold the cut open to prevent pinching. BUCKING LOGS UNDER STRESS (See Fig.
  • Page 25 OPERATION LIMBING (See Fig. 20) Limbing is removing branches from a fallen tree. • Work slowly, keeping both hands on the chainsaw with a firm grip. Always make sure your footing is secure and your weight is distributed evenly on both feet. •...
  • Page 26: Operation

    OPERATION SECOND CUT LOAD FIRST CUT 1/3 DIA CUT LIMBS ONE AT A TIME AND LEAVE SUPPORT LIMBS UNDER TREE UNTIL FINISHING CUT LOG IS CUT Fig. 20 Fig. 21 CUTTING SPRINGPOLES (See Fig. 22) A springpole is any log, branch, rooted stump, or sapling that is bent under tension by other wood, so that it springs back if the wood holding it is cut or removed.
  • Page 27: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE W A R N I N G When servicing, use only identical GreenWorks™ replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. W A R N I N G Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust.
  • Page 28 MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN (See Fig. 23 - 28.) D A N G E R Never start the motor before installing the guide bar, chain, chain cover, and chain cover lock knob. Without all these parts in place, the clutch can fly off or explode, exposing the user to possible serious injury.
  • Page 29 MAINTENANCE CHAIN TENSIONING MOUNTING KNOB SURFACE CHAIN CHAIN COVER LOCK KNOB CHAIN COVER CHAIN LOCK KNOB COVER Fig. 23 Fig. 24 • Disconnect chainsaw from power supply. • Rotate the chain cover lock knob counter-clockwise, and remove knob. • Remove the chain cover. •...
  • Page 30 MAINTENANCE CUTTERS CHAIN ROTATION CHAIN DRIVE LINKS Fig. 27 Fig. 25 GROOVE CHAIN DRIVE LINKS Fig. 26 Fig. 28 • Release the tip of the guide bar, and turn the chain tensioning knob 1/2 turn clockwise. • Hold the tip of the guide bar up and tighten the chain cover lock knob. The chain is correctly tensioned when there is no sag on the underside of the guide bar, and when the chain is snug, but can be turned by hand without binding.
  • Page 31 MAINTENANCE • Turn the chain tensioning knob clockwise to tension the chain. NOTE: A cold chain is correctly tensioned when there is no slack on the underside of the guide bar, the chain is snug, and it can be turned by hand without binding. •...
  • Page 32 MAINTENANCE C A U T I O N Make sure the chainsaw is disconnected from the power supply before you work on the saw. CHAIN MAINTENANCE (See Fig. 31) Use only a low-kickback chain on this saw. This fast-cutting chain provides kickback reduction when properly maintained.
  • Page 33 MAINTENANCE SHARPENING THE CUTTERS (See Fig. 32 - 35.) Be careful to file all cutters to the specified angles and to the same length, because fast cutting can only be obtained when all cutters are uniform. C A U T I O N Make sure the chainsaw is disconnected from the power supply before you work on the saw.
  • Page 34 MAINTENANCE C A U T I O N A dull or improperly sharpened chain can cause excessive motor speed during cutting, which may result in severe motor damage. W A R N I N G Improper chain sharpening increases the potential for kickback. W A R N I N G Failure to replace or repair a damaged chain can cause serious injury.
  • Page 35 MAINTENANCE MAINTAINING DEPTH GAUGE CLEARANCE • Maintain the depth gauge at a clearance of .025" (.6 mm). Use a depth gauge tool for checking the depth gauge clearances. • Every time the chain is filed, check the depth gauge clearance. •...
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE STORING THE PRODUCT • Clean all foreign material from the product. Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de- icing salts. • Always place the scabbard on the bar and chain before storing or transporting the chainsaw •...
  • Page 37: Warranty

    (4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for...
  • Page 38 PARTS...
  • Page 39 PARTS 40-8 40-7 29-2 40-6 40-5 40-4 29-1 40-3 40-2 40-1 29-3 Side cover assy. Gearwheel shaft assy. 48-3 48-2 41-1 48-1 41-2 41-3 41-4 41-5 Rotor assy. Oil tank assy. 51-2 55-2 51-1 55-1 Oil tank cap assy. Self-lock button assy.
  • Page 40: Parts/ Parts List

    PARTS LIST ITEM # PART NO. DESCRIPTION 3220505 Screw ST4×16-F 3290305 Flat washer Ø4 34105403-2 Tension knob Screw ST4×10-F 32204390 33302102A Washer 34111159 Tension knob borad 33902102A Chain wheel 34102403-1 Right housing 34205159 Outlet oil tube 33209159 Outlet oil tube spring 34201403 Inlet oil tube 34906159...
  • Page 41 PARTS LIST ITEM # PART NO. Q DESCRIPTION 32203403 Screw ST4.2×42-F 33302159 Kickback parts 34109403 Upper cover (gear-box) 31103403 Gear wheel shaft assy. Bearing 32102159 40-1 33901159 Oil pump cam 40-2 32901159 Retain ring 40-3 Washer 33303403 40-4 33202403 Gear wheel 40-5 40-6 32902152A...
  • Page 42 NOTES...
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  • Page 44 TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Rev: 01 (01-26-10) Printed in China on 100% Recycled Paper...

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