Kobalt KCS 120-07 User Manual
ITEM #0796790
40 V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS 12 IN. CHAIN SAW
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MODEL #KCS 120-07
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Package Contents.............................................................................................................. ........ 3
Symbols........................................................................................................................ 4 ..............
Safety Informat ion...................................................................................................................... 6
Preparation...............................................................................................................................11
Operating Instructions.............................................................................................................. 12
Care and Maintenance............................................................................................................. 22
Warranty................................................................................................................................... 34
Replacement Parts List............................................................................................................ 35
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Bar length
Chain pitch
Chain gauge
Chain type
Guide bar type
Chain oil tank capacity
Unit weight (with battery)
SPECIFICATIONS
12 in. (30.5 cm)
3/8 in. (9.5 mm)
0.05 in. (1.27 mm)
91PJ045X
120SDEA041
6.8 oz (200 ml)
8.8 lbs.
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
C
A
D
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Chain saw 1
B Scabbard 1
C Battery 1
D Charger 1
B
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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.
SYMBOLS DESIGNATION EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watts Power
hrs Hours Time
n
o
No Load Speed Rational speed, at no load
/ min
Per Minute
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per
minute.
Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
Designates that this tool is in compliance with
Lithium-Ion battery recycling program requirements.
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
Safety Alert Symbol Precautions that involve your safety.
Read the Operator’s Manual
Eye and Hearing Protection
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and
understand operator’s manual before using this product.
Wear eye protection that is marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when operating
this product.
Gloves
Safety Footwear
Kickback
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when
handling the chain saw and the blade.
Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this
equipment.
Tip contact can cause the guide bar to move suddenly
upward and backward, which can cause serious injury.
Operate With Two Hands Hold and operate the saw properly with both hands.
One Handed Do not operate the saw using only one hand.
Bar Nose Contact Avoid bar nose contact.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. (15 m) away.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1. WORK AREA SAFETY
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power too l. Distractions can cause you to
control.
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2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces,
refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
of electric shock.
risk
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
Use only 40 V Kobalt batteries (KB 240-06, KB 440-06, KB 245-06, KB 540-06).
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3. PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert , watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a chain saw while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating chain saws may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust
mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
• 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 finger on
the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the chain saw may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the
chain saw in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• 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.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct chain saw for your application. The correct chain saw
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
will
• Do not use the chain saw if the switch does not tur n it on and off. Any chain saw that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety me asures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
• Store idle chain saws out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the chain saw
or these instructions to operate the chain saw. Chain saws are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain chain saws . Check for misalignment or bind ing of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
that may affect the chain saw’s operation. If dama ged, have the chain saw
other.
repaired
Condition
before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained chain saws.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
likely to bind and are easier to control.
less
• Use the chain saw, accessories and tool bits, etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the chain saw for
operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one
type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs
create a risk of injury and fire.
may
• 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
another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause bu rns or a fire.
to
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
6. SERVICE
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
7. CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
• 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.
• 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 configuration increases the risk of personal
injury and should never be done.
• Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Adequate protective equipment for head,hands,legs
and feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris or
accidental contact with the saw chain.
• Do not operate a chain saw in a tree. Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in
personal injury.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when standing on a fixed, secure
and
level surface ch as ladders may cause a loss of balance or us secafrus elbatsnu ro yreppilS .
control
of the chain saw.
• When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring back. When the tension in the
wood fibres is released, the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the chain saw
out of control.
• 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.
• Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for a purpose 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 different than intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• 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.
• Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories. An improperly
tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery and can
cause loss of control.
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter blade may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts
of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
WARNING Proposition 65
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety
Kickback
WARNING
Kickback may occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper portion of the tip
of the
the upper
chain for an
back toward
can be driven
control which can
the sa
accident or injur
guide bar or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Contact at
portion of the tip of the guide bar can cause the chain to dig into the object and stop the
instant. The result is a lightning fast reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and
the operator. If the saw chain is pinched along the top of the guide bar, the guide bar
rapidly back toward the operator
. Either of these reactions can cause loss of saw
result in serious injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into
w. As a chain
saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from
y
.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling
the chain saw handles, with both hands on the saw
and positioning your body and arms to allow you to
resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be contrll ed
by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
Do not let go of the chain saw.
Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder
height. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and
enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected
situations.
The following precautions should be followed to minimize
kickback:
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Only use replacement bars and chains specified by
the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement bars and chains
may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and
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maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased
kickback.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
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only, because the saw chain may contact hidden
wiring. Saw chains contacting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the chain saw “live” and cou ld give
the operator an electric shock.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Push and Pull - This reaction force is always
opposite to the direction the chain is moving where
wood contact is made. Thus, the operator must be
ready to control the PULL when cutting on the bottom
edge of the bar, and PUSH when cutting along the top
edge.
Understanding your chain saw safety devices
Low kickback saw chain
The rakers (depth gauges) ahead of each cutter can
minimize the force of a kickback reaction by preventing
the cutters from digging in too deeply at the kickback
zone. Only use replacement chain that is equivalent to
per ANSI B175.1. Low kickback/skip tooth saw chain is a
chain that has met the kickback performance
requirements of ANSI B175.1 - 1991. (American National
Standard for Power Tools - Gasoline-Powered Chain
Saws-Safety Requirements) when tested on the
representative sample of chain saws below 3.8 c.i.d.
sharpened during their useful life, they lose some of the
low kickback qualities and extra caution should be used.
PREPARATION
Before beginning to operate this product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with
package contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to operate the product.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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 package contents section are included.
• Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated
the product.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258) for assistance.
WARNING
• If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product until the parts are replaced.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
• Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this
leading to possible serious personal injury.
SYMBOLS
Save these Instructions
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with
this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in
property damage.
WARNING
• To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you have read this
Owner’s Manual thoroughly and understand it completely. If you do not understand the warnings and
instructions in this Owner’s Manual, do not use this product. Call 1-888-356-2258 for assistance.
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We
recommend a wide vision safety mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with
side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
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KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW
Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your chain saw. Compare the
illustration below to your chain saw in order to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
G
I
M
H
N
E
J
L
K
F
PART DESCRIPTION
E Safety lock
F Trigger
G Front handle
H Low kickback chain
I Guard
J Guide bar
K Chain tension knob
L Chain cover lock knob
M Battery release button
N Oil cap
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