Spanner/Chain SPECIFICATIONS Tension Adjuster Power: 1800W Bar Length: 355mm (14”) Chain Speed: 13.5m/s Bar Type: Oregon Chain Pitch: 9.53mm (3/8”) Sharpening File: 5/32” Oil Feed: Automatic Oil Tank Capacity: 125ml Chain Oil: Standard Chain Bar Oil Weight: 4.5kg ozito.com.au ECS-355...
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KNOW YOUR PRODUCT SETUP & PREPARATION 1. CHAIN & BAR ELECTRIC CHAINSAW 1 Rear handle 7 Chain 2 Cord retainer 8 Guide bar 3 On/off switch 9 Oil level window Fitting a chain and bar 4 Chain oil filler cap 10 Side panel 5 Front handle 11 Bar securing nut Before assembling or disassembling a chain be sure to 6 Hand guard/chain brake...
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2. CHAIN BAR OIL NOTE: ONLY USE OIL THAT IS EXPRESSLY LABELLED 5. Adjust the chain 6. F it the side panel back onto the “CHAIN BAR OIL”. tensioning screw (C) chainsaw and replace the bar until the bolt (A) fits into securing nut finger tight only. the hole in the guide bar. 1. R emove the chain bar oil cap and fill the tank. Chain Bar Oil Tank Capacity: 125ml 7. A djust the tension on the chain using the chain tension screw (C). The tension is correct when the 2. R efit cap and clean 3. A lways fill the oil tank when the chain can be pulled 3mm away...
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OPERATION 3. CORD RETAINER 4. CHAIN BRAKE The cord retainer is used to “anchor” an extension cord when it is Chain brake connected to the power lead of the tool. It prevents the extension The chain brake operates automatically in the event of kick back. cord from being accidentally disconnected from the tool power cable or shaken loose during use. The chainsaw is fitted with a hand guard/chain brake which when operated brings the chain to a stop within a tenth of a second. 1. M ake a loop in the end STOP BRAKE ON BRAKE OFF of the extension lead and pass the loop though the hole in the handle and hook the loop over the cord retainer.
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4. Withdraw the chainsaw from the cut while the chain is still running. Running in the chain Prior to operation, a new chain should be run in for 2–3 minutes and then its tension should be checked and adjusted as detailed in “MAINTENANCE”. ECS-355...
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APPLICATIONS MAINTENANCE Felling a tree NOTE: BEFORE CLEANING YOUR CHAINSAW OR CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, WARNING!: FELLING A TREE SHOULD ONLY BE MAKE SURE THAT THE MOTOR IS OFF AND THE DONE BY TRAINED OPERATORS. TOOL DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SUPPLY TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
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SPARE PARTS Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or injuries caused by repair of the tool by an unauthorised person or mishandling or mistreatment of the tool. This tool is designed for Domestic Home Use only.
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Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the tool off in an tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical emergency, before operating the tool. insulation failure within the tool. Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference. Using an Extension Lead The electric motor has been designed for 230V and 240V only. Always check that the power supply Always use an approved extension lead suitable for the power input of this tool. Before use, inspect corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. the extension lead for signs of damage, wear and ageing. Replace the extension lead if damaged Note: The supply of 230V and 240V on Ozito tools are interchangeable for Australia and New or defective. Zealand. When using an extension lead on a reel, always unwind the lead completely. Use of an extension lead not suitable for the power input of the tool or which is damaged or defective may result in a risk This tool is double insulated in accordance with AS/NZS 60745-1; of fire and electric shock. therefore no earth wire is required. GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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• Failure to perform maintenance as set out within the instruction manual. • If the tool is disassembled or tampered with in any way. OZITO Australia/New Zealand (Head Office) 1-23 Letcon Drive, Bangholme, Victoria, Australia 3175. 0713...
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