OPERATOR / PARTS MANUAL Electric Chainsaw Warning! Read through the operating instructions carefully and observe the instructions contained herein. Familiarize yourself with the machine, its correct use and the safety devices by means of these operating instructions.
WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery post, terminals, wiring insulation, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE Thank you for purchasing this Mantis product. You have purchased a world class product, one of the best designed and built anywhere. This machine comes with an Operator / Parts Manual. The useful life and good service your receive from this machine depends to a large extent on how well you read and understand this manual. Treat your machine properly, lubricate and adjust it as instructed, and it will give you many years of reliable service.
TABLE OF CONTENTs Page Safety Rules & Warnings ............................................................................................................................................................ 5 1. Safety Signs and International Symbols .............................................................................................................................. 5 2. Introduction to the Operating Instructions........................................................................................
Safety Rules & Warnings You will notice throughout this Owners Manual Safety Rules and Important Notes. Make sure you understand and obey these warnings for your own protection. I. SPECIAL SAFETy INFORMATION WARNING WARNING Attention: This symbol points out our important safety instructions. When you see this symbol , heed it’s warning !! Stay alert !! To reduce the potential for accidents, comply with the safety instructions in this manual.
2. Introduction to the Operating Instructions These Operating Instructions are intended to facilitate your becoming acquainted with the machine and using it in accordance with the regulations. The Operating Instructions contain important information on how to use the machine safely, correctly and economically. Observing this information will help increase the reliability and working life of the machine. The Operating Instructions must always be at hand when the machine is being used.
g) 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. h) Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the chain and be whipped toward you pull you off balance. i) Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched off and away from your body.
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. 8 WARNING 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.
4. Names of Parts 4 12 13 3 5 15 6 11 17 16 9 10 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 21 20 1 18 19 14 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Oil inspection window (see Fig. 2) Oil pump adjuster Front handle Oil tank cap Front hand protection Blade Saw chain 8 7 T-screw Pinion lid Switch Rear hand protection Rear handle Plug Blade protection 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Fell handle for horizontal cut Stopping button (see Fig.
5. Starting Up 5.1. Filling the Oil Tank and Adjusting the Oil Supply (Fig. 1-3) 1 • The chainsaw is equipped with an oil metering mechanism. The volume of oil can be adjusted between 3 levels (A - low oil supply, B normal oil supply, C - high oil supply) depending on the type of wood being cut (Fig. 3). This ensures the economical use of chainsaw oil. Position A on the oil pump adjuster (2) is intended for soft, moist timber and position C is intended for harder, dry timber.
The tension in the chain has a major effect on the service life of the cutting fittings, and must therefore be checked regularly. When the chain warms up to operating temperature it will expand and must be retightened. A new saw chain will have to be tightened more frequently until it has reached its full length. CAUTION: During the running-in period, the chain must be more frequently tightened.
6.2. Rundown Brake In accordance with the latest regulations, this chainsaw is equipped with a mechanical rundown brake. This brake is connected to the chain brake and stops the running chain after the chainsaw has been switched off. It is activated by releasing the ON/OFF switch. The rundown brake avoids injuries through the coasting of the chain. 11 2 inches direction of fall 6.3. Chain Catch Bolt 9 felling back cut 1 notch 2 inches 2 hinge 18 This chainsaw is fitted with a chain catch bolt (18).
14 7.7 Transporting the Chainsaw 2nd CUT OVERBUCK (2/3 DIAMETER) TO MEET 1st CUT (TO AVOID PINCHING) 2 1 • Before transporting the chainsaw, always remove the plug from the power socket and slide the chain guard over the rail and chain. If several cuts are to be performed with the chain saw, the saw must be switched off between cuts. • When using a vehicle to transport the machine, position it so that it can cause no danger to persons and fasten it firmly. 8.
9.2 Chain does not run: Check position of handguard (see ill. 8). Chain only runs if handguard brake is released. 9.3 Chain does not cut at all : Chain is not mounted in the correct direction. Assemble the chain in the correct direction. 9.4 Sparks fly at the motor: Motor or carbon brushes damaged. Take the chainsaw to a specialized work-shop or the works after-sales service. 9.5 Oil does not flow: Check the oil level.
MANTIS extends this limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. MANTIS will repair or replace, at its option, any part or parts of the product found to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period. Warranty repairs and replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor.
