Einhell GE-LC 18/25-1 Li 4Ah User guide (Kit)

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18V Corldess Chain Saw

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Scie à chaîne sans fi l 18V

SP Manual de instrucciones

18V Motosierra inalámbrica

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DANGER!

When using the equipment, a number of safety
precautions must be observed to avoid injuries
and damage. Please read the complete operating
instructions and safety information with due care.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place
so that the information is available at all times. If
you give the equipment to any other person, hand
over these operating instructions and the safety
information as well. We cannot accept any liability
for damage or accidents which arise due to
failure to follow these instructions and the safety
information.

1. Safety information

DANGER!
Read all the safety information and
instructions. Failure to adhere to the safety

information and instructions set out below
may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious
injury. Keep all the safety information and

instructions in a safe place for future use.

General safety information for power tools

The term “power tool“ used in the safety
regulations refers to power tools operated from
the mains power supply (with a power cable) and
to battery operated power tools (without a power
cable).

1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.

b) Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of

fl ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.

c) Keep children and bystanders away while

operating a power tool. Distractions can

cause you to lose control.

2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet.

Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodifi ed plugs

and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or

grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There

is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

conditions. Water entering a power tool will

increase the risk of electric shock.

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.

e) When operating a power tool outdoors,

use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for

outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.

f) If operating a power tool in a damp

location is unavoidable, use a ground
fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) protected
supply. Use of an GFCI reduces the risk of

electric shock.

3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and

use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the infl uence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of

inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.

b) Use personal protective equipment.

Always wear eye protection. Protective

equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure

the switch is in the Off -position before
connecting to power source and/or
BATTERY pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your fi nger on

the switch or energizing power tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench

before turning the power tool on. A wrench

or a key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing

and balance at all times. This enables

better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose

clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelery or long hair

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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. Use of these devices can reduce dust

related hazards.

h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent

use of tools allow you to become
complacent and ignore tool safety
principles. A careless action can cause

severe injury within a fraction of a second.

4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the

correct power tool for your application.

The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.

b) Do not use the power tool if the switch

does not turn it on and off . Any power tool

that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.

c) Disconnect the plug from the power

source and/or remove the battery pack,
if detachable, from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach

of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.

e) Maintain power tools and accessories.

Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may aff ect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use. Many

accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.

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.

g) Use the power tool, accessories and

tool bits etc., in accordance with
these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed.

Use of the power tool for operations diff erent
from intended could result in a hazardous

situation.

h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces

dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do
not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.

5) Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger specifi ed

by the manufacturer. A charger that is

suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fi re when used with another
battery pack.

b) Use power tools only with specifi cally

designated battery packs. Use of any other

battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fi re.

c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it

away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other
small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.

Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fi re.

d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be

ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, fl ush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the

battery may cause irritation or burns.

e) Do not use a BATTERY pack or tool that

is damaged or modifi ed. Damaged or

modifi ed batteries may exhibit unpredictable
behavior resulting in fi re, EXPLOSION or risk
of injury.

f) Do not expose a BATTERY pack or tool to

fi re or excessive temperature. Exposure to

fi re or temperature above 266°F (130°C) may
cause explosion.

g) Follow all charging instructions and do

not charge the BATTERY pack or tool
outside the temperature range specifi ed
in the instructions. Charging improperly or

at temperatures outside the specifi ed range
may damage the BATTERY and increase the
risk of fi re.

6) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a

qualifi ed repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will

ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.

b) Never service damaged BATTERY packs.

Service of BATTERY packs should only be

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performed by the manufacturer or authorized
service providers.

Additional safety instructions

We pay a great deal of attention to the design
of every battery pack to ensure that we supply
you with batteries which feature maximum
power density, durability and safety. The battery
cells have a wide range of safety devices.
Each individual cell is initially formatted and its
electrical characteristic curves are recorded.
These data are then used exclusively to be able
to assemble the best possible battery packs.

Despite all the safety precautions, caution
must always be exercised when handling
batteries. The following points must be
obeyed at all times to ensure safe use.
Safe use can only be guaranteed if
undamaged cells are used. Incorrect
handling can cause cell damage.

Caution! Analyses confi rm that incorrect use and

poor care are the main causes of the damage
caused by high performance batteries.

Information about the battery

1. The battery pack supplied with your cordless
tool is not charged. The battery pack has to
be charged before you use the tool for the fi rst
time.

2. For optimum battery performance avoid low
discharge cycles. Charge the battery pack
frequently.

3. Store the battery pack in a cool place, ideally
at 59°F (15°C) and charged to at least 40%.

4. Lithium-Ion batteries are subject to a natural
ageing process. The battery pack must be
replaced at the latest when its capacity
falls to just 80% of its capacity when new.
Weakened cells in an aged battery pack are
no longer capable of meeting the high power
requirements and therefore pose a safety risk.

5. Do not throw battery packs into an open fi re.
There is a risk of explosion!

6. Do not ignite the battery pack or expose it to
fi re.

7. Do not exhaustively discharge batteries.
Exhaustive discharge will damage the battery
cells. The most common cause of deep
discharge is lengthy storage or non-use of
partly discharged batteries. Stop working as
soon as the performance of the battery falls
noticeably or the electronic protection system
triggers. Place the battery pack in storage
only after it has been fully charged.

8. Protect batteries and the tool from
overloads. Overloads will quickly result
in overheating and cell damage inside the
battery housing without this overheating
actually being apparent externally.

9. Avoid damage and shocks. Replace
batteries which have been dropped from
a height of more than one meter or which
have been exposed to violent shocks without
delay, even if the housing of the battery pack
appears to be undamaged. The battery cells
inside the battery may have suff ered serious
damage. In this respect, please also read the
waste disposal information.

10. If the battery pack suff ers overloading and
overheating, the integrated protective cut­off will switch off the equipment for safety
reasons. Caution! Do not press the ON/OFF
switch any more if the protective cut-off has
actuated. This may damage the battery.

11. Use only original battery packs. The use
of other batteries may result in injuries,
explosion and a fi re risk.

12. Protect your rechargeable battery against
moisture, rain and high humidity. Moisture,
rain and high humidity can cause dangerous
cell damage. Never charge or work with
batteries which have been exposed to
moisture, rain or high humidity – replace them
immediately.

13. If your equipment is fi tted with a detachable
battery, remove the battery for safety reasons
after you have fi nished your work.

Information on chargers and the charging
process

1. Please check the data marked on the rating
plate of the battery charger. Be sure to
connect the battery charger to a power supply
with the voltage marked on the rating plate.
Never connect it to a diff erent mains voltage.

2. Protect the battery charger and its cable from
damage and sharp edges. Have damaged
cables repaired without delay by a qualifi ed
electrician.

3. Keep the battery charger, batteries and the
cordless tool out of children‘s reach.

4. Do not use damaged battery chargers.

5. Do not use the supplied battery charger to
charge other cordless tools.

6. In heavy use the battery pack will become
warm. Allow the battery pack to cool to room
temperature before commencing with the
charging.

7. Do not over-charge batteries. Do not

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exceed the maximum charging times. These
charging times apply only to discharged
batteries. Frequent insertion of a charged
or partly charged battery pack will result in
over-charging and cell damage. Do not leave
batteries in the charger for more than 48
hours.

8. Never use or charge batteries if you

suspect that the last time they were
charged was more than 12 months
previously. There is a high probability

that the battery pack has already suff ered
dangerous damage (exhaustive discharge).

9. Charging batteries at a temperature below
50°F (10°C) will cause chemical damage to
the cell and may cause a fi re.

10. Do not use batteries which have heated
during the charging process, as the battery
cells may have suff ered dangerous damage.

11. Do not use batteries which have suff ered
curvature or deformation during the charging
process or which show other non-typical
symptoms (gassing, hissing, cracking,…)

12. Never fully discharge the battery pack
(recommended depth of discharge max.
80%) A complete discharge of the battery
pack will lead to premature ageing of the
battery cells.

13. Never charge the batteries unsupervised.

Protection from environmental infl uences

1. Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety
goggles.

2. Protect your cordless tool and the battery
charger from moisture and rain. Moisture
and rain can cause dangerous cell damage.

3. Do not use the cordless tool or the battery
charger near vapors and infl ammable liquids.

4. Use the battery charger and cordless tools
only in dry conditions and an ambient
temperature of 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C).

5. Do not keep the battery charger in places
where the temperature is liable to reach over
104°F (40°C). In particular, do not leave the
battery charger in a car that is parked in the
sunshine.

6. Protect batteries from overheating.
Overloads, over-charging and exposure to
direct sunlight will result in overheating and
cell damage. Never charge or work with
batteries which have been overheated –
replace them immediately if possible.

7. Storage of batteries, battery chargers
and cordless tools. Store the charger and
your cordless tool only in dry places with an

ambient temperature of 50°F to 104°F (10°C
to 40°C). Store the Lithium-Ion rechargeable
battery in a cool and dry place at 50°F to 68°F
(10°C to 20°C). Protect them from humidity
and direct sunlight! Place only fully charged
batteries in storage (charged at least 40%).

8. Prevent the Lithium-Ion battery pack from
freezing. Battery packs which were stored
below 32°F (0°C) for more than 60 minutes
must be disposed of.

9. When handling batteries beware of
electrostatic charge: Electrostatic discharges
cause damage of the electronic protection
system and the battery cells. Avoid
electrostatic charging and never touch the
battery poles.

Battery Caution + Disposal

Disposal

Should your appliance need replacement after
extended use, do not dispose of it with the
household refuse, but in an environmentally safe
way.

Waste produced by electrical machine
items should not be handled like normal
household rubbish. Please recycle where
recycle facilities exist. Check with your local

authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Always dispose of your battery pack according
to federal, state, provincial and local regulations.
Contact a recycling agency in your area for recycling
locations.

 CAUTION! Even discharged battery packs

contain some energy. Before disposing, use
electrical tape to cover the terminals to prevent
the battery pack from shorting, which could cause
a fi re or explosion.

 WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury or

explosion, never burn or incinerate a battery
pack even if it is damaged, dead, or completely
discharged. When burned, toxic fumes and
materials are emitted into the surrounding
atmosphere.

1. Batteries vary according to device. Consult

your manual for specifi c information.

2. Install only new batteries of the same type in

your product (where applicable).

3. Failure to insert batteries in the correct

polarity, as indicated in the battery
compartment or manual, may shorten the life
of the batteries or cause batteries to leak.

4. Do not mix old and new batteries.

5. Do not mix Alkaline, Standard (Carbon-Zinc),

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or Rechargeable (Nickel Cadmium, Nickel
Metal Hydride, or Lithium-Ion) batteries.

6. Do not dispose of batteries in fi re.

7. Batteries should be recycled or disposed of
as per state, provincial and local guidelines.

When shipping or disposing of batteries and
cordless tools, always ensure that they are
packed individually in plastic bags to prevent
short circuits and fi res.

Chain saw safety warnings

1. 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. A moment of

inattention while operating chain saws may
cause entanglement of your clothing or body
with the saw chain.

2. Always hold the chain saw with your

right hand on the rear handle and your
left hand on the front handle. Holding the

chain saw with a reversed hand confi guration
increases the risk of personal injury and
should never be done.

3. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping

surfaces only, because the saw chain
may contact hidden wiring. Saw chains

contacting a ”live” wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool ”live” and could
give the operator an electric shock.

4. Wear safety glasses and hearing

protection. Further protective equipment
for head, hands, legs and feet is
recommended. Adequate protective clothing

will reduce personal injury by fl ying debris or
accidental contact with the saw chain.

5. Do not operate a chain saw, on a ladder,

from a rooftop, or any unstable support.
Operation of a chain saw in this manner
could result in serious personal injury.

6. Always keep proper footing and operate
the chain saw only when standing on

fi xed, secure and level surface. Slippery or
unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause
a loss of balance or control of the chain saw.

7. When cutting a limb that is under tension
be alert for kickback. When the tension in
the wood fi bers is released, the spring loaded
limb may strike the operator and/or throw the
chain saw out of control.

8. Use extreme caution when cutting brush
and saplings. The slender material may
catch the saw chain and be whipped toward

you or pull you off balance.

9. 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 apply
the guide bar guard. Proper handling of

the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of
accidental contact with the moving saw chain.

10. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain

tensioning and changing accessories.

Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain
may either break or increase the chance for
kickback.

11. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery
and could cause loss of control.

12. Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for

purposes not intended. For example: do
not use chain saw for cutting plastic,
masonry or non-wood building materials.

Use of the chain saw for operations diff erent
than intended could result in a hazardous
situation.

13. Do not attempt to fell a tree until you have

an understanding of the risks and how to
avoid them. Serious injury could occur to the

operator or bystanders while felling a tree.

14. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree

unless you have been specifi cally trained
to do so. Operation of a chain saw in
a tree without proper training could
increase the risk of serious personal
injury.

15. Follow all instructions when clearing
jammed material, storing or servicing the
chain saw. Make sure the switch is off and
the battery pack is removed. Unexpected

actuation of the chain saw while clearing
jammed material or servicing may result in
serious personal injury.

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.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden
reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and
back towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide
bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards
the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose
control of the saw which could result in serious
personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the
safety devices built into your saw. As a chain saw

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user, you should take several steps to keep your
cutting jobs free from accident or injury.

Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and
can be avoided by taking proper precautions as
given below:

Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and

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fingers encircling the chain saw handles,
with both hands on the saw and position
your body and arm to allow you to
resist kickback forces. Kickback forces

can be controlled by the operator, if proper
precautions are taken. Do not let go of the
chain saw.

Do not overreach and do not cut above

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shoulder height. This helps prevent
unintended tip contact and enables better
control of the chain saw in unexpected
situations.

Only use replacement bars and chains

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specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect
replacement bars and chains may cause
chain breakage and/or kickback.

Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening

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and maintenance instructions for the saw
chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height

can lead to increased kickback.

Residual risks

Even if you use this electric power tool in
accordance with the instructions, certain residual
risks cannot be eliminated. The following hazards
may arise in connection with the equipment's
construction and layout:

Cut injuries if no safety clothing is used.

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Lung damage if no suitable protective dust

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mask is used.
Damage to hearing if no suitable ear

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protection is applied.
Health damage caused by hand-arm

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vibrations if the equipment is used over a
longer period or is not properly guided and
maintained.

Warning! This electric power tool generates an
electromagnetic fi eld during operation. Under
certain circumstances this fi eld may actively or
passively impede medical implants. To reduce
the risk of serious or fatal injuries, we recommend
persons with medical implants to consult their
doctor and the manufacturer of the medical
implant prior to using the equipment.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Explanation of the symbols on the equipment
(Fig. 30):

1. Read the operating instructions.

2. Wear safety goggles.

3. Wear ear protectors.

4. Never expose the device to rain.

5. Maximum chain speed.

6. Unlock chain brake before putting into
operation!

2. Layout and items supplied

2.1 Layout

1. Claw stop

2. Front hand guard (chain brake)

3. Front handle

4. Rear handle

5. Safety lock-off

6. On/Off switch

7. Oil tank cap

8. Chain wheel cover

9. Chain tension lock knob

10. Chain tensioning knob

11. Chain oil fi ll level indicator

12. Chain sprocket wheel

13. Push-lock button

14. Rear hand guard

15. Bar

16. Saw chain

17. Chain saw guard

18. Adapter plate

19. Battery capacity indicator

20. Battery capacity indicator button

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
store where you made your purchase at the latest
within 5 work days after purchasing the article and
upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase.

Open the packaging and take out the

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equipment with care.
Remove the packaging material and any

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packaging and/or transportation braces (if
present).
Check to see if all the items are supplied.

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Inspect the equipment and accessories for

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transport damage.
If possible, keep the packaging until the end

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of the guarantee period.

Danger!

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The equipment and packaging material are
not toys. Do not let children play with plastic
bags, plastic sheets and small parts. There is
a risk of choking and suff ocating!

Original operating instruction with safety

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information

Separately available accessories

18V 1.5Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 2.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 2.5Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 3.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Lithium-Ion battery
18V 3.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 5.2Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 4.0Ah/6.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V 5.0Ah/8.0Ah PXC Plus Lithium-Ion battery
18V PXC Dual Port Fast Charger
18V PXC Fast Charger

Contact your local retailer for more specifi c
models of batteries and charger available in your
area. You can also explore battery + charger
options at Einhell.com.

3. Intended use

4. Technical data

Motor power supply: ............................18 V

No load speed RPM: .................................... 2400

Bar length:..........................................10" (25 cm)

Chain pitch: .......................................⅜ " (9.5 mm)

Chain Gauge: ..............................0.043" (1.1 mm)

Saw chain: ...........Oregon

Bar: ..................................Oregon

Cutting speed at rated RPM: ......177 ips (4.5 m/s)

Oil tank capacity: ...................... 6.76 fl oz (200 ml)

Weight (Tool only): ........................6.4 lbs (2.9 kg)

Wear ear-muff s.

The impact of noise can cause damage to
hearing.

Reduce noise generation and vibration to a
minimum!

Use only equipment that is in perfect

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condition.
Maintain and clean the equipment regularly.

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Adapt your way of working to the equipment.

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Do not overload the equipment.

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Have the equipment checked if necessary.

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Switch off the equipment when not in use.

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Wear gloves.

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90PX040X / 40 Teeth

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104MLEA041

The chain saw is intended for felling small trees
and for cutting trunks, branches, wooden beams,
boards etc. and can be used for cross cuts and
longitudinal cuts. It is not suitable for cutting any
materials other than wood.

The equipment is allowed to be used only for its
prescribed 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
injuries of any kind resulting from such misuse.

Please note that our equipment has not been
designed for use in commercial, trade or
industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided
if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or
industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

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5. Before starting the equipment

Warning!

Always remove the battery before making
adjustments to the equipment.

Danger! Do not fi t the battery until the chain saw
has been fully assembled and the chain tension
has been set. Always wear protective gloves
when working on the chain saw to protect yourself
against injury.

5.1 Assembly of the bar and the saw chain

Carefully unpack all parts and check that they

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are complete (Fig. 2-3).
Undo the chain tension lock knob of the chain

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wheel cover (Fig. 4).
Take off the chain wheel cover (Fig. 5).

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Lay the chain as shown in the groove which

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runs around the bar (Fig. 6/See arrow).
Insert the bar and chain as shown in the

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mounting in the chain saw. At the same time
guide the chain around the chain sprocket
wheel (Fig. 7 and 8/Item 12).

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Reinstall the chain wheel cover and secure

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it with the chain tension lock knob (Fig. 9).
Important! Do not fully tighten the chain
tension lock knob until after you have
adjusted the chain tension (see section 5.2).

5.2 Tensioning the saw chain
Warning! Always pull out the battery before

performing any checks or adjustments. Always
wear protective gloves when working on the chain
saw to protect yourself against injury.

Undo the chain tension lock knob of the chain

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wheel cover a few turns (Fig. 4).
Adjust the chain tension with the chain

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tensioning knob (Fig. 10/Item 10). Turning the
knob clockwise increases the chain tension,
turning it counterclockwise decreases the
chain tension. The chain tension is correct
when the chain can be lifted by about 0.12"-

0.16” (3-4 mm) at the center of the bar (Fig.

11).
Tighten the chain tension lock knob of the

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chain wheel cover (Fig. 9).

Danger! All the chain links must lie properly in
the guide groove of the bar.

Notes on tensioning the chain:

The chain must be properly tensioned to ensure
safe operation. You can tell that the chain tension
is properly adjusted if the saw chain can be lifted
by around 0.12"-0.16” (3-4 mm) in the middle of
the bar.
As the saw chain heats up during cutting and thus
changes in length, please check the chain tension
every 10 minutes and adjust it again as required.
This applies in particular to new saw chains.
When you have fi nished working, loosen the
chain again as it will shorten when it cools down.
This will help to prevent damage to the chain.

5.3 Saw chain lubrication
Warning! Always pull out the battery before

performing any checks or adjustments. Always
wear protective gloves when working on the chain
saw to protect yourself against injury.

Important! Never operate the chain saw if it
is not lubricated with saw chain oil. Use of the
chain saw without saw chain oil or if the oil level
is below the "min" mark (Fig. 12/See arrow) will
damage the chain saw.

Important! Be aware of the temperature
conditions: Diff erent lubricants with completely
diff erent viscosities are required at diff erent
ambient temperatures. At lower temperatures
you will need low viscosity oils in order to
achieve a suffi cient lubricating fi lm. However,
if the same low viscosity oil is used during the
summer it will become even thinner due to the
ambient temperatures alone, and as a result
the lubricating fi lm could break down, causing
the chain to overheat and become damaged. In
addition, the chain oil would burn and produce
unnecessary pollutants.

Filling the oil tank:

Place the chain saw on a flat surface.

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Clean the area around the oil tank cap (Fig.

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12/Item 7) and then open the oil tank cap.
Fill the tank with saw chain oil. In the process,

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make sure that no dirt enters the tank, as
this could cause the oil nozzle to become
blocked.
Close the oil tank cap.

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6. Operation

6.1 On/Off switch

Switching on

Insert the battery in the equipment as shown

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in Fig. 13.
Hold the chain saw by the handles with both

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hands as shown in Fig. 15 (thumbs under the
handles).
Press the safety lock-off (Fig. 1/Item 5) and

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keep it pressed.
To switch on the chain saw, press the On/Off

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switch (Fig. 1/Item 6). You can then release
the safe lock-off.

Switching off

Release the On/Off switch (Fig. 1/Item 6).

The integrated brake will bring the running chain
saw to a standstill within a very short space of
time. Remove the battery when you stop working,
even if it is only for a short time.

Warning! Always carry the chain saw by the front
handle. If the saw is ready for operation and you
carry it by the rear handle (which is where the
switches are located), then there is a risk that you
could accidentally press the safety lock-off and
the On/Off switch at the same time, and the chain

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