GreenWorks GCS80420 Manuals

Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool. Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) 80V CORDLESS BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW GCS80420 2000002 Some Greenworks Lithium-Ion products are sold with or without battery and charger. To order: Battery (2Ah 80V Battery 2901302) Charger (Model # 2901402) www.greenworkstools.com 1 Contents .............................................................................................................................. 1 .......................................................................................................... 1 Safety information............................................................................................................. 2-7 Symbols............................................................................................................................8-9 Know your chain saw ......................................................................................................... 10 Assembly ............................................................................................................................11 Operation...................................................................................................................... 12-26 Maintenance .................................................................................................................27-36 Environmentally safe battery disposal ...............................................................................37 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................38 Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 39 Exploded View ................................................................................................................... 40 Parts List............................................................................................................................. . 40 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 80V CORDLESS BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW Type....................................................................................... Cordless, battery-powered Motor ........................................................................................................................80 V Bar length .......................................................................................................18” (45.8cm) Chain pitch ................................................................................................. 3/8” (9.5 mm) Chain gauge ..............................................................................................0.05” (1.1 mm) Chain type ..........................................................................................................91P062X Guide bar type...............................................................................................180SDEA041 Unit weight (without battery).............................................................................11 lbs (4.98 kg) Unit weight (with 2Ah battery)..........................................................................13.7 lbs (6.21 kg) CONTENTS 4 YEAR/AÑO TOOL WARRANTY GARANTÍA DE INSTRUMENTO 2 YEAR/AÑO BATTERY WARRANTY GARANTÍA DE BATERÍA 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G Read all safety warnings designated by the symbol and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or injury. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. 1. Work area safety A. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. C. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. 2. Electrical safety A. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any reduce risk of electric shock. B. 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. C. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. D. 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. E. 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. F NOTE: The term “residual current devide (RCD) may be replaced by the term ”ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) or (earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB)”. . If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock. 3. Personal safety A. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. B. 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. C. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with D. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to the power tool may result in personal injury. E. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS F. 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. G. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards. 4. Power tool use and care A. 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. B. 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. C. 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. D. 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. E. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. F. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. G. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, 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. 5. Chain Saw Safety C. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw chain may contact A. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating. Bofore you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anythiing. A moment of inattention while operating chain saws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain. B. 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. hidden wiring or its own cord.Saw chains contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock. D. 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 E. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree.Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in personal injury. secure, and level surface.Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw. G. When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back.When the tension in the saw out of control. H F. . 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.