Powerplus POWXQG4040 CHAINSAW 2400W 405MM EN - Manual (Page 11)

POWXQG4040
EN
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 Make sure the on/off switch (17) is in its off position.
 Double the extension cable, about a foot from the end. Lead the loop through the hole on
the rear safe guard and hook the loop over the cable strain relief (18). Gently pull on the
cord to ensure that it is firmly attached at the handle (Figs. 14, 15).
 Connect the extension cable to a suitable socket.
 Your product is now ready to be used.
WARNING! Check the voltage! The voltage must comply with the
information on the rating label
9 OPERATION
9.1 Overload protection
The overload protection may be activated in the following circumstances:
 If you work too quickly.
 Heavy cutting conditions.
 Where there is too much resistance against the cutting device.
When the circuit breaker has been activated switch off the product and disconnect from the
power supply. Let the product cool down for 2-3 minutes and eliminate the cause before using
the product again. Press the reset button (15), connect the product to power
supply, and re-start your product (Fig. 16).
9.2 Chain brake
The chain brake is a safety mechanism activated by the front guard (2). When kickback occurs
the chain stops immediately.
 The chain brake (2) in the disengaged position, the product can be operated (Fig. 17).
 The chain brake (2) in the engaged position, the saw chain is stopped as soon as the
chain brake is activated (Fig. 18).
9.2.1 Chain brake test
The following functional check should be carried out before each use. The purpose of the
chain brake test is to reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback.
 Make sure the chain brake (2) is disengaged. Disengage the chain brake (2) by pulling it
back towards the front handle (1) (Fig. 17).
 Place the product on any suitable flat surface, make sure the saw chain (3) is not touching
the surface or other objects and connect it to the power supply as described.
 Grasp the front handle (1) with your left hand. Your thumb and fingers should encircle the
handle. Grasp the rear handle (12) with your right hand. Your thumb and fingers should
encircle the handle (Fig. 19).
 Press the lock-off button (16) with your right thumb, then fully squeeze in the on/off switch
(17) with your index finger and hold it in position.
 While the motor is running, activate the chain brake (2) by moving your left hand forward
against the chain brake (2). The saw chain (3) and motor should stop immediately.
NOTE: The motor will not start if the chain brake is in the engaged position
WARNING! If the saw chain and motor fail to stop when the chain brake is
engaged, take the product to the nearest authorised dealer or service
centre! Do not use the product if the chain brake is not working properly!
The chain brake should not be used for starting and stopping the product
during normal operation!