Oregon CS250 Operator's Manual page 29

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ChAiNsAW MoDEl Cs 250
SYMpTOM
Battery pack does
not charge
Low cut time per
battery charge
Blinking orange
light on charge
state indicator
AF 0911 - F/N 547361
pOSSIBLE CAUSE
Battery pack over/under
temperature protection
is activated
Dirty or damaged
contacts on the battery
pack or charger
Battery pack is at the
end of its life
Charger faulty
Dull chain
Worn chain
Dry chain
Improper cutting
technique
Debris in side cover
Battery pack not fully
charged
Possible causes include
charger short circuit,
charger over current,
over voltage limit, open
circuit on battery pack,
or charge/pre-charge
time out error.
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
This may occur when the saw is run continuously or
exposed to high ambient temperatures. Allow the
battery pack to reach the appropriate temperature
before charging (the overtemp indicator light on
the charger will be on when an over- or under-
temperature condition exists). See "Charging the
Battery Pack" in this manual.
Inspect the contacts on the both the battery pack
and charger. If necessary, clean according to the
instructions in this manual. Reinsert battery pack
into the charger, making sure it is fully seated.
All batteries have a limited life. If the battery pack
is more than two years old or has been recharged
frequently, it may be time to replace it. Replace
only with the battery specified for the chainsaw.
Take the charger to an approved service location
for a function check.
Sharpen according to "Sharpening with
PowerSharp®. "
Replace both the chain and stone. See
"Maintenance and Cleaning" in this manual.
Check the oil level according to the instructions.
Refill oil reservoir if necessary.
See "Fill the Oil Reservoir" in this manual.
See "Basic Cutting" in this manual for proper cutting
technique.
Remove battery pack, then remove side cover and
clean out debris.
Recharge battery pack according to the
instructions in "Charging the Battery Pack. "
Follow these steps:
1. Check to ensure that the plugs into the charger
and the outlet are fully inserted.
2. Make sure the charger is receiving the correct
voltage.
3. If available, try charging a different battery pack
(only packs specified for this charger).
If this does not correct the problem, take the
battery pack and charger to an approved service
location.
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