Electric Chainsaw: Instruction Manual
Electric Chainsaw: Instruction Manual
CHAINSAW
1800W Guide Bar Cover
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Spanner/Chain
SPECIFICATIONS Tension Adjuster
Power: 1800W
Bar Length: 355mm (14”)
Chain Speed: 13.5m/s
Bar Type: Oregon
Chain Pitch: 9.53mm (3/8”)
Sharpening File: 5/32”
Oil Feed: Automatic
Oil Tank Capacity: 125ml
Chain Oil: Standard Chain Bar Oil
Weight: 4.5kg
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ECS-355
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT SETUP & PREPARATION
ACCESSORIES
13 Bar securing nut cover (fitted)
14 Spanner/chain tension
adjustor
3. Fit the chain over the
guide bar making sure
that the cutters are facing
13 14 in the direction of rotation.
1
2. CHAIN BAR OIL
5. Adjust the chain 6. Fit the side panel back onto the NOTE: ONLY USE OIL THAT IS EXPRESSLY LABELLED
tensioning screw (C) chainsaw and replace the bar “CHAIN BAR OIL”.
until the bolt (A) fits into securing nut finger tight only.
the hole in the guide bar.
1. Remove the chain bar oil cap and fill the tank. Chain Bar Oil Tank
Capacity: 125ml
7. Adjust the tension on the chain using the chain tension screw (C).
The tension is correct when the 2. Refit cap and clean 3. Always fill the oil tank when the
chain can be pulled 3mm away any oil spillage. oil level is below the minimum
from the guide bar when using mark on the oil level window.
your finger and thumb.
Do not over-tighten as this will
reduce the life of the chain and
guide bar. 3mm gap is
the ideal tension
8. Tighten the bar securing nut. 9. Replace the bar securing nut
cover.
4. To check the lubricating system, switch on the chainsaw and hold
it with the guide bar and chain above some light coloured paper
such as newspaper. A steadily increasing stain caused by oil spray
shows the lubricating system is working.
The cord retainer is used to “anchor” an extension cord when it is Chain brake
connected to the power lead of the tool. It prevents the extension
The chain brake operates automatically in the event of kick back.
cord from being accidentally disconnected from the tool power cable
or shaken loose during use. The chainsaw is fitted with a hand guard/chain brake which when
operated brings the chain to a stop within a tenth of a second.
2. Pull the extension cord to Kick back occurs if the chain catches on the wood being cut and the
secure it in position over chainsaw pushes back suddenly.
the cord retainer. In the event of kick back, your hand (which is on the front handle
during operation) jerks forward causing the back on your hand to push
the guard forward, engaging the chain brake and quickly stopping the
chain.
Route the power and extension cord away from the work area to prevent
contact with the chainsaw.
Note: Always use an approved extension lead suitable for power input of
this tool.
5. SWITCHING ON/OFF 6. CUTTING
Switching on
CAUTION: FIRST TIME USERS SHOULD, AS A
1. Pull the hand guard/chain MINIMUM PRACTISE, CUT LOGS ON A SAW-HORSE
brake towards you. The OR CRADLE
brake may be stiff and
may require to be moved CAUTION: POSITION THE CORD SO THAT IT WILL
with some force. If the
NOT BE CAUGHT IN BRANCHES DURING CUTTING
brake is engaged the
chain will not operate. CAUTION!: AVOID CUTTING INTO THE GROUND AS
THIS WILL VERY QUICKLY DULL THE SAW CHAIN.
2. Hold the front handle with your left hand and the rear handle 1. Press the bucking spikes
with your right hand. against the timber ensuring
the chain is not making
contact with the material
being cut.
3. If you cannot cut the timber in a single stroke, apply light pressure
to the front handle and continue sawing, draw the chainsaw back
a little then apply the bucking spikes a little lower and finish the cut
by raising the rear handle.
Switching off
1. R
elease the on/off switch.
The chain quickly stops but
the motor will take a short
time to continue to run down.
4. Withdraw the chainsaw from the cut while the chain is still running.
ECS-355
APPLICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Felling a tree
NOTE: BEFORE CLEANING YOUR CHAINSAW OR
CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE,
WARNING!: FELLING A TREE SHOULD ONLY BE
MAKE SURE THAT THE MOTOR IS OFF AND THE
DONE BY TRAINED OPERATORS.
TOOL DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SUPPLY TO
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Decide the direction in which you wish the
tree to fall taking into account the direction Adjusting the chain tension
of the wind, the position of branches, lean
of the tree, ease of subsequent limbing and
NOTE: THE CHAIN HAS SHARP EDGES. FOR YOUR
bucking and other factors prevalent at the
SAFETY PLEASE USE WORK GLOVES.
time.
Limbing
1. R
emove the bar securing nut cover 2. Using the spanner, loosen the bar
using the flat end of the spanner/ securing nut so that it is finger tight
WARNING!: ALWAYS KEEP A BALANCED chain tension adjustor. only.
STANCE. DO NOT STAND ON THE LOG. BE
ALERT TO THE FACT THAT THE LOG MAY ROLL OVER.
WHEN WORKING ON A SLOPE, ALWAYS STAND ON
THE UP HILL SIDE OF THE LOG.
Pruning
WARNING!: WEAR HEAVY GLOVES WHEN Disconnect and discontinue use should the power cord be damaged
HANDLING THE CHAIN. HOLD THE GUIDE BAR
SECURELY IN A VICE.
Note: The chainsaw warranty does not cover components that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain the chainsaw as instructed in this manual.
SPARE PARTS
Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or injuries
caused by repair of the tool by an unauthorised person or mishandling
or mistreatment of the tool. This tool is designed for Domestic Home Use
only. Use in commercial or industrial environments will void the warranty.
Chain SPECS355-62
16 18
15 17
14
13-9
13
13-8
13-7
13-5 13-6
40 13-4
44-3 39 13-3
38 13-2
44-2 37 5 10
44-1 36 13-1
35 6
43 34 7 12
44 33 8 11
42-6 32 9 10-3
42-5 31
30 10-2 4
42-4 29
42-3 28 10-1 3
42-2 27
42 26 2
42-1
41
1-1
1-2
19 1-3
20 1-4
21
22
23
24
25 1
57 52
58 51
53-1
60 59 50
53-2
53-3 49
53-4 48
53-5 45-1
53-6 47 45-2
53-7 45-3
53-8 53 45-4
45-5
45-6 45
54
55 45-7
56
46
63-1
63-2
63-3
61
64 63
65 62
66
67
How To Order
Available spare parts can be ordered through the Special Orders Desk at any Bunnings Warehouse. If you have any
further questions, please contact Ozito Customer Service on:
Australia: 1800 069 486
New Zealand: 0508 069 486
enquiries@ozito.com.au
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING! When using mains-powered tools, basic safety precautions, including If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an electrician or a power tool repairer in order
the following, should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, to avoid a hazard.
personal injury and material damage. Note: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this
Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the tool off in an tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical
emergency, before operating the tool. insulation failure within the tool.
Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference. Using an Extension Lead
The electric motor has been designed for 230V and 240V only. Always check that the power supply Always use an approved extension lead suitable for the power input of this tool. Before use, inspect
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. the extension lead for signs of damage, wear and ageing. Replace the extension lead if damaged
Note: The supply of 230V and 240V on Ozito tools are interchangeable for Australia and New or defective.
Zealand. When using an extension lead on a reel, always unwind the lead completely. Use of an extension
This tool is double insulated in accordance with AS/NZS 60745-1; lead not suitable for the power input of the tool or which is damaged or defective may result in a risk
therefore no earth wire is required. of fire and electric shock.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHAINSAWS • 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
• Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is building materials. Use of the chain saw for operations different than intended
operating. Before you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not could result in a hazardous situation.
contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating chain saws may
cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain. Causes and operator prevention of kickback
• Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear handle and Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when
you left hand on the front handle. Hold the chain saw with a reversed hand the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
configuration increases the risk of personal injury and should never be done.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the chain up and back towards the operator.
may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Saw chains contacting a “live” wire
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator
back towards the operator.
an electric shock.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in
• Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further protective equipment for
serious personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your
head, hands, legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will
saw. As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free
reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain.
from accident or injury.
• Do not operate a chain saw in a tree. Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or
may result in personal injury
conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
• Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when standing
• Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw
on fixed, secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders
handles, with both hands on the saw and position your body and arm to
may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw.
allow you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the
• When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back. When operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the chain saw.
the tension in the wood fibres is released the spring loaded limb may strike the
• Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps prevent
operator and/or throw the chain saw out of control.
unintended tip contact and enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected
• Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material situations.
may catch the saw chain and be whipped towards you or pill you off balance.
• Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer.
• Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched off and Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
away from your body. When transporting or storing the chain saw always fit
• Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the
the guide bar cover. Proper handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of
saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
• Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
increase the chance for kickback
person responsible for their safety.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are
slippery causing loss of control.
Recommendations for the use of a residual current device with a rated
residual current of 30mA or less.
WARRANTY
IN ORDER TO MAKE A CLAIM UNDER THIS The benefits provided under this warranty are in addition
WARRANTY YOU MUST RETURN THE PRODUCT to other rights and remedies which are available to you at law.
TO YOUR NEAREST BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE WITH Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded
at law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major
YOUR BUNNINGS REGISTER RECEIPT. PRIOR TO failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
RETURNING YOUR PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired
PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
HELPLINE:
Generally you will be responsible for all costs associated with
Australia 1800 069 486 a claim under this warranty, however, where you have suffered
any additional direct loss as a result of a defective product you
New Zealand 0508 069 486 may be able to claim such expenses by contacting our customer
service helpline above.
TO ENSURE A SPEEDY RESPONSE PLEASE 2 YEAR REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER AND DATE OF
Your product is guaranteed for a period of 24 months from
PURCHASE AVAILABLE. A CUSTOMER SERVICE the original date of purchase. If a product is defective it will
REPRESENTATIVE WILL TAKE YOUR CALL be replaced in accordance with the terms of this warranty.
AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY Warranty excludes consumable parts, for example:
HAVE RELATING TO THE WARRANTY POLICY guide bar, chain and included accessories.
OR PROCEDURE.
WARNING
The following actions will result in the warranty being void.
• Professional, Industrial or high frequency use.
• If the tool shows signs of damage or defects caused
by or resulting from abuse, accidents or alterations.
• Failure to perform maintenance as set out within the
instruction manual.
• If the tool is disassembled or tampered with in any way.
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