20V Lithium Ion Cordless Chainsaw MODEL # 106493 Operation Manual ! This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death.
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Table of Contents Important Safety Information Intended Use ...........................................................................................4 Personal Protective Equipment ............................................................4 General Safety .........................................................................................5 Safety Icons .............................................................................................6 Assembly.............................................
Important Safety Information ! WARNING WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before assembling or operating the chainsaw. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this chainsaw who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a chainsaw can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly. Do not operate this chainsaw if you have doubts or questions concerning safe operation.
Important Safety Information General Safety Failure to follow warnings, cautions, assembly and operation instructions in the Operation Manual may result in serious injury or death. ! DANGER READ THE OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION. • Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. • Do not permit others that have not read and understood the complete Operation Manual to operate this equipment.
Important Safety Information Kickback Kickback occurs when the tip of the guide rail touches an object or when the saw chain becomes jammed in the cut. If the rail tip touches an object, this may throw the guide rail upwards and in the direction of the operator. If the saw chain jams on the upper edge of the guide rail, the rail may quickly recoil in the direction of the operator.
Assembly ! CAUTION 1 2 Figure 1 The teeth on the saw chain are very sharp! Wear protective gloves when performing any work on the chain. An incorrectly attached saw chain will cause the power tool to cut in an uncontrolled manner! Attaching the Chain Bar and Chain When attaching the chain, observe the specified running direction! Place the chainsaw on any suitable flat surface (see Figure 1). Detach the hand wheel 1 and remove the chain cover 2.
Assembly Add Chain Oil NOTE: Use only a lubricant that is designated for chainsaws. Other oils may not have the proper viscosity or lubricating properties required. Ensure that dirt does not get into the oil tank. Avoid spilling oil. Always wipe up any spilled oil. Unscrew the oil tank cap (a). Carefully pour in the chain lubricating oil until it reaches the upper mark on the oil level indicator (b). The maximum tank volume is 5.4 fluid ounces (160mL). Do not overfill. Tighten the oil tank cap (a) by hand.
Assembly ! WARNING Before using the chainsaw, always check that the chain brake is in perfect working order. Otherwise, do not use the chainsaw and have it repaired by a qualified technician or a service center. Chain Brake The chainsaw features a safety chain brake which stops the chain within a fraction of a second in the event of a kickback. If a kickback occurs, the chain brake is automatically actuated by touching the hand guard with your left hand. Always hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands.
Overview of Components HAND GUARD/ CHAIN BRAKE HANDLEBAR BLADE SHEATH SPIKED BUMPER CHAIN CHAIN RAIL CHAIN TENSION WHEEL CHAIN COVER BATTERY RECEPTACLE HAND WHEEL SWITCH LOCK REAR HANDLE OIL CAP OIL LEVEL INDICATOR 10 VENTILATION OPENINGS ON/OFF SWITCH
Operation Before Operating • Check that all parts of the chainsaw are firmly attached and undamaged. • Check that the chain tension is correct. • Check that the chain brake functions. • Check the chain lubrication. • Check that there are no leaks.
Operation Sawing Technique This section deals with the basic working technique when handling the chainsaw. The information given here does not replace the extensive training and experience of a specialist. Avoid any work for which you are not adequately qualified! Imprudent handling of the chainsaw may result in extremely serious or fatal injuries! Pull Stroke Sawing With this technique the underside of the saw rail saws from top to bottom (see Figure 13).
Operation Felling a tree ! DANGER 1”- 2” Risk of injury! Felling and limbing work may be performed by trained persons only! There is a risk of life-threatening injuries! 2 Before starting felling work, ensure that there are no unauthorized persons and no animals within the fall area of the tree and there is an obstacle-free escape route for all those involved.
Maintenance ! CAUTION Before performing any maintenance on the chainsaw, remove the battery. Cleaning the Chainsaw Remove the battery. Do not use water or liquid detergents. Whenever possible, always clean the unit directly after use with a hand brush. Keep the ventilation slots clean and dust-free. Repairs Check the unit for damage. Repairs may be carried out by an authorized customer service center only.
Storage Storage Remove the battery from the chainsaw before storing. Store the chainsaw in a dry, dust-free and frost-free place ideally in a temperature range of 50° - 77°F (10-25 °C). Store the battery and the unit separately. The chain rail can be removed for storage. Charge the battery before storing the unit in winter. Keep the unit, in particular its plastic components, away from brake fluids, petrol, petroleum products, penetrating oil, etc.
Warranty & Specifications IMPORTANT NOTICE We, the manufacturer, reserve the right to change the product and/ or specifications in this manual without notification. The manual is for information usage only and the pictures and drawings depicted herein are for reference only. Warranty Repair and Service Do not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair. Call our customer service department at 720-287-5182, 1-877-487-8275, or visit www.redbackpowerusa.
