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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s
Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction.
Wear Eye
Protection
Wear Ear
Protection
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product.
Chain saw noise may damage your hearing.
Always wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your hearing.
Wear Head
Protection
Wear an approved safety hard hat to protect your head.
Wear Protective
Gloves
Protect your hands with gloves when handling saw and saw chain. Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect your hands.
Be aware of kickback
Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided
Guide bar tip kickback
Tip contact can cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backward, which can cause serious injury.
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Two handed hold
Always use two hands when operating the chain saw
Recycle Symbols
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/ or disposal options.
Ingress Protection
Degree
Volt
Amperes
Hertz
Watt
Minutes
Alternating
Current
Protection from splashing water
Voltage
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Time
Type of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Per Minute Revolutions per minute
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
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Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
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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.
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Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
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Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock
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Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
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Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
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When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
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If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a
Ground-fault circuit interrupter protected supply. Use of GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
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PERSONAL SAFETY
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
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Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure that the switch is in the offposition 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 energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
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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.
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If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure that these are connected and properly used.
Use of dust devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
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Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
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Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
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Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
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Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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Use the power tool, 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 power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
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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.
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Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
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When the 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 to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
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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.
SERVICE
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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.
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CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
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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 that 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 chain.
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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.
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Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw chain may contact hidden wiring. Saw chains contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
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Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further 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.
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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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Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when standing on fixed, secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw.
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When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back . When the tension in the wood fibers is released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the chain saw out of control.
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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.
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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.
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Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.
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Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery and cause loss of control.
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Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purposes 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.
CAUSES AND OPERATOR
PREVENTION OF KICKBACK
(Fig. 1, 2, 3 & 4)
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw, which could result in serious personal injury.
Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw.
As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
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3
Kickback
Linear kickback
Rotational kickback
Kickback danger zone
Pinch
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Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles, with both hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces (Fig. 4). Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not
4 let go of the chain saw.
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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.
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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.
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Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
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Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free from obstructions.
Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, fence, or any other obstruction that could be hit while you are operating the saw.
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Always cut with the unit running at full speed. Fully squeeze the switch trigger and maintain cutting speed.
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With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden surprise contributes to accidents.
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Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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Push and Pull – The 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 the PUSH when cutting along the top edge. See Figure 5.
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Pull
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
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A chain saw is intended for twohanded use. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, and/or bystanders can result from one-handed operation.
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Avoid unintentional contact with the stationary saw chain or guide bar rails.
These can be very sharp. Always wear gloves and long pants or chaps when handling the
Push chain saw, saw chain, or guide bar.
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Never operate a chain saw that is damaged or improperly adjusted or that is not completely and securely assembled.
Be sure that the saw chain stops moving when the trigger switch is released.
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Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged.
The batteries can explode in a fire.
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Inspect the work piece for nails, wire, or other foreign objects prior to cutting.
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When bucking, secure the work piece prior to cutting. When felling or pruning, identify and secure hazardous branches.
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Aggressive or abusive cutting or misuse of the chain saw can cause premature bar, chain, and/or sprocket wear, as well as a broken chain or bar, leading to kickback, chain throw or the ejection of material.
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Never use the guide bar as a lever.
A bent guide bar can cause premature bar, chain, and/or sprocket wear, as well as a broken chain or bar, leading to kickback, chain throw or the ejection of material.
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Cut only one work piece at a time.
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Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
BATTERY PACK
BA1120, BA1120-FC, BA1400, BA1400-FC,
BA2240, BA2240-FC, BA2800, BA2800-FC,
BA4200, BA4200-FC, BA1400T, BA1400T-FC,
BA2800T, BA2800T-FC, BA4200T, BA4200T-FC,
BA5600T, BA5600T-FC
CHARGER
CH2100, CH2100-FC,
CH5500, CH5500-FC
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Do not charge the battery pack in rain or in wet locations.
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Plan the work, ensuring an obstacle-free work area and, in the case of felling, at least one escape path from the falling tree.
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When felling, keep bystanders at least two tree lengths away.
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Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or temperature above 212 °F (100°C) may cause explosion.
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If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact EGO Customer Service for assistance.
KICKBACK SAFETY DEVICES ON THIS CHAIN SAW
Chain Brake
The chain saw comes equipped with a chain brake, which stops both the motor and the motion of the chain when kickback occurs. The chain brake can be activated by the forward motion of the chain kickback brake handle as the saw rotates backward during kickback; it can also be activated by the inertial forces generated during rapid pushback.
WARNING: Never modify or attempt to disable the chain brake.
6 Chain kickback brake handle in operating position
Chain kickback brake handle in brake position
Make sure that the chain brake is working properly before using the chain saw. The chain kickback brake handle should move back and forth easily.
To test the operation of the chain brake, perform the following steps (Fig. 6):
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Place the chain saw on a flat bare surface and make sure no objects or obstructions that could come in contact with the bar and chain are in the immediate vicinity.
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Disengage the chain brake by pulling the chain kickback brake handle towards the front handle.
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Start the chain saw.
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Push the chain kickback brake handle towards the front of the saw. A properly functioning hand brake will stop the movement of the chain immediately. If the chain brake is not working properly, do not use the chain saw until it has been repaired by a qualified service technician.
WARNING: Confirm that the chain brake works properly before each use.
WARNING: If the chain brake is clogged with wood chips, the function of the chain brake may deteriorate. Always keep the device clean.
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 a replacement chain that is equivalent to the original chain or has been certified as a low kickback chain per ANSI B175.1. A low kickback tooth saw chain is a chain that has met the kickback performance requirements of ANSI B175.1 (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. specified in ANSI B175.1.
CAUTION: As saw chains are sharpened during their useful life, they lose some of the low kickback qualities and extra caution should be used.
GUIDE BAR
This saw comes equipped with a guide bar that has a small radius nose. Small radius noses generally have less potential for kickback. When replacing the guide bar, be sure to order the bar listed in this manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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GLOSARY OF TERMS
Automatic Oiler: A system that automatically lubricates the guide bar and saw chain.
Bucking: The process of cross-cutting a felled tree or log into lengths.
Bucking Spikes: The pointed tooth or teeth for use when felling or bucking to pivot the saw and maintain position while sawing.
Chain Brake: A device used to stop the saw chain immediately.
Chain Saw Power Head: A chain saw without the saw chain or guide bar.
Drive Sprocket: The toothed part that drives the saw chain.
Felling: The process of cutting down a tree.
Felling Back Cut: The final cut in a tree felling operation made on the opposite side of the tree from the notching undercut.
Kickback: The backward or upward motion, or both, of the guide bar, which occurs when the saw chain near the nose of the top area of the guide bar contacts any object, such as a log or branch, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Low-Kickback Chain: A chain that complies with the kickback performance requirements of ANSIB175.1 when tested on a representative sample of chain saws.
Normal Cutting Position: Those positions assumed in performing bucking and felling cuts.
Notching Undercut: A notch cut in a tree that directs the tree’s fall.
Reduced Kickback Guide Bar: A guide bar that has been demonstrated to reduce kickback significantly.
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