Global Machinery Company ELC2000 - Manual (Page 10)

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Before start-up
1 . Check the tool and cable are
in good working order before
starting the chain saw.
2. Make sure that the chain
lubrication is working and
check the oil level.
3. Check the chain tension and
the operation of the chain brake.
Start up
1. Remove the bar cover.
2. Release the chain brake by pulling the front hand guard
(2), firmly towards the back of the electric chain saw
until a click is heard. To check the chain brake has been
released, you should be able to move the chain by hand.
3. Connect the cable to the power.
Note. Ensure the brake is working efficiency, check
its operation every time you use the chain saw before
commencing work with it.
WARNING . The on/off switch (13) must never be
depressed before pulling back the front hand guard.
4. Hold the electric chain saw by its grip with both hands.
5. To Start the chainsaw, press the lock-off button (14) in
and pull on the trigger switch.
6. To stop the chain saw, release the trigger switch.
WARNING . Hold the electric chain saw with both hands
until the chain is completely still.
Operating the electric chain saw
Safe chainsaw operation
While cutting, always:
• Run the chainsaw motor at full revs. This makes the job
safer, as there is less chance of pull-in or kick-back.
• Position your body to the left of the chainsaw so if
it kicks back uncontrollably, it goes over your right
shoulder.
• Keep a firm grip with your left hand on the front
handle, with your thumb securely below the handle. The
swivel of your wrist in a kick-back situation will activate
the chain brake.
• Make sure the chain is tensioned correctly.
• Observe the size of wood shavings, if they become dusty
your chain could need sharpening.
Cross cutting
WARNING . Do not touch
protruding branches with the
bar tip to prevent kickback.
1. Fit the bucking spike in the
bark at point A.
2. Using point A as a pivot
point lift the rear of the
chainsaw so the chain enters
the wood to be cut.
3. Pivot and repeat the operation until the trunk has been
cut completely.
4. Use the central part of the bar and never the tip for
cutting purposes.
Branch cutting
Stand opposite the branches to be cut. Use the section of
the bar as close to the chainsaw as possible, never use the
tip of the bar. Perform the cutting operation downwards.
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