Gude MK 18-201-05 Mini Cordless Chainsaw Instruction Manual

Translation of the original instructions

MK 18-201-05 Mini Cordless Chainsaw

Please read the instructions carefully before starting the machine.

Scope of delivery

Device description

1. Cut protection
2. Locking device
3. On/off switch
4. Secondary handgrip
5. Rear Handle
6. Clamping screw guide rail/chain disc cover
7. Sprocket cove
8. Hand protection
9. Combination Wrench
10. Battery
11. Saw Chain
12. Guide rail
13. Bar Groove
14. Parking brake
15. Chain Tension Screw
16. Guide Bar Cover

Repeat tensioning of new chain after approx. 5 cuts. Check chain tensioning regularly during operation Oil the chain after approx. five sawing operations

**** Oil the chain after approx. five sawing operations.

Technical Data

¹)  Measured according to 2000/14/EG + E_2005/88/EC, Uncertainty K =3 dB (A)
²) Measured according to EN 62841, Uncertainty K =1,5 m/s²

Warning
The vibration and noise emission level given in this information sheet has been measured in accordance with a standardized test given in EN 62841 and may be used to compare one tool with another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. The declared vibration and noise emission level represents the main applications of the tool. However if the tool is used for different applications, with different accessories or poorly maintained, the vibration and noise emission may differ. This may significantly increase the exposure level over the total working period. An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration and noise should also take into account the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period. Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration and/or noise such as: maintain the tool and the accessories, keep the hands warm, organization of work patterns. Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
The specified vibration emission value can also be used for an introductory assessment of the exposure.

Requirements for operating staff
The operating staff must carefully read the
Operating Instructions before using the appliance.
Qualification:   Apart from the detailed instructions by a professional, no special qualification is necessary for appliance using.
Minimum age:   Persons over 18 years of age can only work on the appliance. An exception includes youngsters trained in order to reach knowledge under supervision ofthe trainer during occupational education.
Training: Using the appliance only requires corresponding training by a professional or the Operating Instructions. No special training is necessary. The operator is responsible for accidents or risks to third parties.
Observe to keep out of dangerous zone

Residual Risk
Risk of injury!
Contact with the saw chain can cause casualties.
Never touch moving chain by hands.
Danger of kickback !
Kickback can lead to casualties.
Danger of burns!
Chain and guiding groove warm up in operation.

Emergency procedure
Conduct a first-aid procedure adequate to the injury and summon qualified medical attendance as quickly as possible. Protect the injured person from further harm and calm them down. For the sake of eventual accident, in accordance with DIN 13164, a workplace has to be fitted with a first-aid kit. It is essential to replace any used material in the first-aid kit immediately after it has been used.
If you seek help, state the following pieces of information

1. Accident site
2. Accident type
3. Number of injured persons
4. Injury type(s)

Symbols

| Warning / Attention!
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| Please read the instructions carefully before starting the machine.
| Take the replaceable battery from the appliance before any extension, cleaning and servicing works.
| Warning against dangerous kickback
| Keep distance of persons Observe to keep out of dangerous zone
| Always use chain saw two-handed
| Not use one-handed
| Keep dry at all times. Never expose tool to rain.
| Keep the machine out of reach of children.
| Fire, sparks, naked flames and smoking are forbidden.
| Chain lubrication
| Chain running direction
| Wear a protective helmet
| Wear safety goggles Wear ear protectors.
| Wear protective gloves
| Wear safety cut through resistant shoes withsafety sole and steel toe
| Wear protective clothing with cut throughresistant ply !
| Guaranteed sound power level
| Safety class II  (double insulation)
| Any damaged or disposed devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres.
| European Conformity Mark

Battery, Battery Charger

will be recycled in an environmentally friendly way.
| Any damaged or disposed electric or electronic devices must be delivered to appropriate collection centres.
| General Power Tool Safety Warnings

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. 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.

1. Work area safety
   a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
   b) 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.
   c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2. Electrical safety
   a) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
   Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

3. Personal safety
   a) 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.
   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 your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
   d) 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.
   e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
   f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.  Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
   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 dust collection 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 remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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 and accessories. 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.
   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, 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.
   h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

5. Battery tool use and care
   a) 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.
   b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
   c) When 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.
   d) 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. Battery
   a) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
   b) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
   c) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

6. Service
   a) 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.

**** General pruning saw safety

warnings
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 the saw chain is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating pruning saws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain. Always hold the pruning saw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. (Secondary handgrip) Holding the pruning saw with a reversed hand configuration increases the risk of personal injury and should never be done.
a) Hold the pruning saw 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 pruning saw „live“ and could give the operator an electric shock.
b) Wear eye protection. Further protective equipment for hearing, head, hands, legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protective equipment will reduce personal injury from flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain.
c) Do not operate a pruning saw in a tree, on a ladder, from a rooftop, or any unstable support. Operation of a pruning saw in this manner could result in serious personal injury.
d) Always keep proper footing and operate the pruning saw only when standing on fixed, secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces may cause a loss of balance or control of the pruning saw.
e) 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 pruning saw out of control.
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.
g) Carry the pruning saw by the front handle with the pruning saw switched off and away from your body. When transporting or storing the pruning saw, always fit the guide bar cover. SProper handling of the pruning saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
h) Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing the bar and chain. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.
i) Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss of control.
j) Cut wood only. Do not use pruning saw for purposes not intended. For example: do not use pruning saw for cutting metal, plastic, masonry ornon-wood building materials. Use of the pruning saw for operations different than intended could result in a hazardous situation.
k) Follow all instructions when clearing jammed material, storing or servicing the pruning saw. Make sure the switch is off and the battery pack is removed. Unexpected actuation of the chain saw while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.

Causes and operator prevention of kickback:

• 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 pruning saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
• Kickback is the result of pruning saw misuse and/ or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
• Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the pruning saw handles, with both hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the pruning saw.
• 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.
• Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement guide bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
• Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.

Additional Safety and Working Instructions

Ensure all guards, handles, and spiked bumper are properly fitted and are in good condition. Persons using the pruning saw should be in good health. The operator should be alert, have a good vision, mobility, balance, and manual dexterity. If there is any doubt, do not operate the pruning saw. Wear a mask or respirator, if required. Do not cut vines and/or small undergrowth. Always hold the pruning saw with both hands during operation. Use a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the pruning saw handles. Right hand must be on the rear handle and left hand on the front handle. (Secondary handgrip) Before starting the pruning saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting any object. Do not modify the pruning saw in any way or use it to power any attachments or devices not recommended by the manufacturer for your pruning saw. There should be a first-aid kit containing large wound dressings and a means to summon attention (e.g., whistle) close to the operator. A larger more comprehensive kit should be reasonably nearby. An incorrectly tensioned chain can jump off the guide bar and could result in serious injury or fatality. The length of the chain depends on the temperature. Check the tension frequently. You should get used to your new pruning saw by making simple cuts on securely supported wood. Do this whenever you have not operated the saw for some time. To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting moving parts, always stop the motor, apply the chain brake, remove the battery pack and make sure all moving parts have come to a stop before: cleaning or clearing a blockage leaving the machine unattended checking, conducting maintenance or working on the machine installing or removing attachments The size of the work area depends on the job being performed as well as the size of the tree or work piece involved. The operator needs to be aware and in control of everything happening in the work area. Do not cut with your body in line with the guide bar and chain. If you experience kickback, this will help prevent the chain coming into contact with your head or body. Do not use a back-and-forward sawing motion, let the chain do the work. Keep the chain sharp and do not try to push the chain through the cut. Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut. Be ready to take on the weight of the saw as it cuts free from the wood. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. Do not stop the saw in the middle of a cutting operation. Keep the saw running until it is already removed from the cut. Do not fix the on/off switch in the „on“ position when using the saw hand-held. Remove the battery pack before starting any work on the appliance.

Warning! To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your device, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach containing products, etc., Can cause a short circuit.
Never break open battery packs and chargers and store only in dry rooms. Keep dry at all times.

Push and pull
The reaction force is always opposite to the direction  the chain is moving. Thus, the operator must be ready to control the tendency for the machine to pull away (forward motion) when cutting on the bottom edge of the bar and the push backwards (towards the operator) when cutting along the top edge.

Saw jammed in the cut
Stop the pruning saw and secure the saw by removing the battery. Do not try to force the chain and bar out of the cut as this is likely to break the chain, which may swing back and strike the operator. This situation normally occurs because the wood is incorrectly supported which forces the cut to close under compression, thereby pinching the blade. If adjusting the support does not release the bar and chain, use wooden wedges or a lever to open the cut and release the saw. Never try to start the pruning saw when the guide bar is already in a cut or kerf.

Skating / Bouncing
When the pruning saw fails to dig in during a cut, the guide bar can begin hopping or dangerously skidding along the surface of the log or branch, possibly resulting in the loss of control of the pruning saw. To prevent or reduce skating or bouncing, always use the saw with both hands make sure the saw chain establishes a groovefor cutting. Never cut small, flexible branches or brushes with your pruning saw. Their size and flexibility can easilycause the saw to bounce towards you or bind up with enough force to cause a kickback. The best tool for that kind of work is a hand saw, pruning shears, an axe or other hand tools.
Personal protective equipment Wear a helmet at all times when operating the machine. A helmet, equipped with mesh visor, can help reduce the risk of injury to the face and the head if kickback occurs. Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss. Good quality personal protective equipment, as used by professionals, will help reduce the risk of injury to the operator. The following items should be used when operating the machine:

Safety helmet
should comply with EN 397 and be CE marked
Hearing protection
should comply with EN 352-1 and be CE marked
Eye and face protection
should be CE marked and comply with EN 166 (for safety glasses) or EN 1731 (for mesh visors)
Gloves
should comply with EN381-7 and be CE marked
Leg protection (chaps)
should comply with EN 381-5, be CE marked and provide allround protection
Chain saw safety boots
should comply with EN ISO 20345:2004 and be marked with a shield depicting a chain saw to show compliance with EN 381-3. (Occasional users may use steel toe-cap safety boots with protective gaiters which conform to EN 381-9 if the ground is even and there is little risk of tripping or catching on undergrowth)
Chain saw jackets for upper body protection
should comply with EN 381-11 and be CE marked

Warning! Consequences of improper maintenance, removal or modification of safety features like the chain brake, ignition switch, hand guard (front and back), spiked bumper, chain catcher, guide bar, low kick-back saw chain  may cause the safety features to not function correctly, thus increasing the potential for serious injury.

Guide Bar
Generally, guide bars with small radius tips have somewhat lower potential for kick-back. You should use a guide bar and matching chain which is just long enough for the job. Longer bars increase the risk of loss of control during sawing. Regularly check the chain tension. When cutting smaller branches (less than the full length of the guide bar) the chain is more likely to be thrown off if the tension is not correct.

Working Instructions

Understanding the forces within the wood
When you understand the directional pressures and stresses inside the wood you can reduce the “pinches” or at least expect them during your cutting. Tension in the wood means the fibers are being pulled apart and if you cut in this area, the “kerf” or cut will tend to open as the saw goes through. If a log is being supported on a saw horse and the end is hanging unsupported over the end, tension is created on the upper surface due to the weight of the overhanging log stretching the fibers. Likewise, the underside of the log will be in compression and the fibers are being pushed together. If a cut is made in this area, the kerf will have the tendency to close up during the cut. This would pinch the blade.

Limbing a tree
Limbing is removing the branches from a fallen tree. When limbing, leave larger lower limbs to support the log off the ground. Remove the small limbs in one cut. Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid bindingthe chain saw.
Cutting springpoles
A springpole is any log, branch, rooted stump, or sapling which is bent under tension by other wood so that it springs back if the wood holding it is cut or removed.
Warning! Springpoles are dangerous and could strike the operator, causing the operator to lose control of the chain saw. This could result in severe or fatal injury to the operator. This should be done by trained users.

Residual Risk
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following hazards may arise in use and the operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:

• Injury caused by vibration
  Always use the right tool for the job. Use designated handles. Restrict working time and exposure.

• Damage to hearing due to exposure to noise
  Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.

• Injury caused by contact with exposed saw teeth of the chain

• Injury caused by thrown-out pieces of the workpiece (wood chips, splinters)

• Injury caused by dust and particles

• Injury to the skin caused by contact with lubricants

• Parts ejected from the saw chain (cutting/injection hazards)

• Unforeseen, abrupt movement, or kickback of the guide bar (cutting hazards)“

Risk Reduction

It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome in certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling, numbness, and blanching of the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking and work practices are all thought to contribute to the development of these symptoms. There are measures that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:

• Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating the unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists warm.
• After each period of operation, exercise to increase blood circulation.
• Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of exposure per day.
• Protective gloves available from professional chain saw retailers are designed specifically for chain saw use which give protection, good grip and also reduce the effect of handle vibration. These gloves should comply with EN 381-7 and must be CE marked. If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition, immediately discontinue use and see your doctor.

Warning! Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods, ensure you take regular breaks.

Specified Conditions of Use

The minke chain saw is to be used as a branch saw. The cordless pruning saw is only intended for use outdoors.
For safety reasons, the pruning saw must be adequately controlled by using two-handed operation at all times. The pruning saw is designed for cutting branches, trunks, logs, and beams of a diameter determined by the cutting length of the guide bar. It is only designed to cut wood. It is only to be used by adults who have received adequate training on the hazards and preventative measures/ actions to be taken while using the pruning saw. Do not use the pruning saw for any purpose not listed in the specified conditions of use. It is not to be used for professional tree services. The pruning saw is not to be used by children or by persons not wearing adequate personal protective equipment and clothing.

Warning! When using the pruning saw, the safety rules must be followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders, you must read and fully understand these instructions before operating the pruning saw. You should attend a professionally organized safety course in the use, preventative actions, first-aid, and maintenance of pruning saws. Please keep these instructions safe for later use.
Warning! pruning saws are potentially dangerous tools. Accidents involving the use of pruning saws often result in loss of limbs or death. It is not just the pruning saw that is the hazard. Falling branches, toppling trees, and rolling logs can all kill. Diseased or rotting timber poses additional hazards. You should assess your capability of completing the task safely. If there is any doubt, leave it to a professional tree surgeon.
Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use.

Operation

Warning! The saw chain is sharp. Always wear protective gloves when performing maintenance to the chain.

Adjusting the chain tension
Remove the battery pack before you do any work on the chain saw.
Loosen the clamping screw guide rail/sprocket cover with one turn anticlockwise.
To increase the chain tension, turn the chain tension adjustment screw clockwise using the combination spanner. Check the chain tension regularly. To reduce the chain tension, turn the chain tensioning screw counterclockwise and check the chain tension frequently. Then tighten the clamping screw guide rail/sprocket cover cover clockwise again. The chain tension is correctly adjusted when the distance between the teeth of the chain and the bar is approx. 2-3 mm. Pull the chain downwards (away from the bar) in the middle on the lower side of the bar, and then measure the gap between the bar and the chain.
Note Do not over-tension the chain – excess tension will cause excessive wear and will reduce the life of the chain and could damage the bar. New chains could stretch and loosen during initial use. Remove battery pack and check chain tension frequently during the first two hours of use. The temperature of the chain increases during normal operation causing the chain to stretch. Check the chain tension frequently and adjust as required. A chain tensioned while warm may be too tight upon cooling. Make sure that the chain tension is correctly adjusted as specified in these instructions.

Adding the chain lubricating oil
Warning! Never work without chain lubricant. If the saw chain is running without lubricant, the guide bar and the saw chain can be damaged. Oil after approx. five sawing operations.

Holding the pruning saw
Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Grip both handles with the thumbs and fingers encircling the handles.

Starting the pruning saw
Before starting the pruning saw, you should install the battery pack in the pruning saw.

Replacing the guide bar and saw chain

Wear protective gloves.

1. Remove the battery.
2. Remove the guide bar cover
3. Remove the chain cover.
4. Remove the old chain with the guide bar
5. Put the new chain in the correct direction onto the bar and make sure that the drive links are aligned in the bar groove.
6. Attach the bar to the chain saw and loop the chain around the drive sprocket.
7. Put on the sprocket cover and screw the guide rail/ sprocket cover clamping screw back on (handtight).
8. Tighten the guide rail/chain disc cover clamping screw only hand-tight. The guide bar must be able to move freely for adjusting the chain tension.
9. Adjust the chain tension using the combination spanner. See section Adjusting chain tension.
10. Then tighten the clamping screw guide rail/ sprocket cover clockwise again.

Warning! A dull or improperly sharpened chain can cause excessive motor speed during cutting which may result in severe motor damage.
Warning! Improper chain sharpening increases the potential of kickback.
Warning! Failure to replace or repair a damaged chain can cause serious injury.
Warning! The saw chain is sharp. Always wear protective gloves when performing maintenance to the chain.

Battery
Battery packs which have not been used for some time should be recharged before use. Temperatures in excess of 50°C (122°F) reduce the performance of the battery pack. Avoid extended exposure to heat or sunshine (risk of overheating). The contacts of chargers and battery packs must be keptclean. For an optimum life-time, the battery packs have to be fully charged, after use. To obtain the longest possible battery life remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully charged. For battery pack storage longer than 30 days: Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 27°C and away from moisture Store the battery packs in a 30% – 50% charged condition Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.

Battery pack protection
In extremely high torque, binding, stalling and short circuit situations that cause high current draw, the tool will stop for about 2 seconds and then the tool will turn OFF.

Transporting Lithium Batteries
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
Transportation of those batteries has to be done in accordance with local, national and international provisions and regulations.
The user can transport the batteries by road without further requirements.
Commercial transport of Lithium-Ion batteries by third parties is subject to Dangerous Goods regulations. Transport preparation and transport are exclusively to be carried out by appropriately trained persons and the process has to be accompanied by corresponding experts.
When transporting batteries:
Ensure that battery contact terminals are protected and insulated to prevent short circuit. Ensure that battery pack is secured against movement within packaging. Donot transport batteries that are cracked or leak. Check with forwarding company for further advice

Risk of fire! Risk of explosion!
Never use damaged, defective or deformed accumulators. Never open or damage the accumulatoror let it fall on the ground.
Never charge the battery in an environment with acids and easily flammable materials.
Protect the battery against heat and fire.
Battery to be used at the ambient temperatures between 10°C and +40°C only.
Never put the battery on heaters and do not expose it to strong sunlight for a long time.
After being subject to heavy load, let the battery cool down first.
Short circuit – do not bridge the accumulator contacts with metal parts.
The accumulator must be packaged (plastic bag, box) or accumulator contacts must be sealed up for accumulator disposal, transport or storage.
The Güde charger to be used only to charge the battery.
There can be malfunction or fire if different chargers are used.
Vapours may leak out in case of unauthorised use or when using a damaged accumulator. Bring fresh air and seek medical advice if experiencing difficulties. Vapours may irritate the respiratory system.

Working Instructions
Accumulators are supplied partially charged and must therefore be fully charged before being used for the first time.

• Charge the accumulator when the appliance is running slowly or stops.
• A li-ion battery may be charged at any time without any shortening of its life. Charging process interruption will not damage the accumulator.
• A li-ion battery is protected by the Electronic Cell Protection against deep discharge.
• A significantly shorter operating time of a charged battery means the battery life is over and the battery must be replaced.

Dispose of the batteries in an environmentally friendly manner.
Li-ion batteries are subject to the special disposal obligation. Have any defective batteries disposed of by a specialised shop. The battery must be taken out before the appliance is scrapped. Damaged batteries may harm the environment and your health if toxic vapours or liquids leak out of such batteries. Therefore, never send a defective battery by post, etc. Please contact your local recycling centre. Dispose of the batteries when discharged. We recommend applying an adhesive tape on the poles to protect them against short circuit. Never open the battery.

Maintenance

Remove the battery pack before starting any adjustment, cleaning and maintenance work on the device.

Carry out a visual inspection before switching the appliance on.
The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and damaged parts. If the device is defective, the repair has to be made exclusively by the customer service. Use only original accessories and original spare parts. Components for which there are no instructions for exchanging should be replaced by the manufacturer only. Only a regularly maintained and treated appliance can serve as a satisfactory aid. Insufficient maintenance and care can lead to unforeseen accidents and injuries.

Warning! Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only be a qualified service technician. For service, we suggest you bring the machine to your nearest Güde service station for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Warning! Remove the battery before adjustment, maintenance or cleaning. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. You may only make adjustments or repairs described in this manual. For other repairs, contact the authorised service agent.

Consequences of improper maintenance may cause the chain brake and other safety features to not function correctly, thus increasing the potential for serious injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and chain tension checking and adjustment. Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for security to ensure the machine is in safe working condition. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a service station.

Transportation and Storage
Always lightly oil the chain when storing to prevent rust. Always empty the oil tank when storing to prevent leakage. Stop the machine, remove the battery, and allow it to cool before storing or transporting. Clean all foreign materials from the machine. Store the machine in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store outdoors. Fit the guide bar cover before storing the machine or during transportation. For transportation in vehicles, secure the machine against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the machine.

Disposal
Do not dispose of electrical appliances in household waste.
According to the European Directive 2012/19/ EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and transposition into national law, used electrical equipment must be collected separately and sent for environmentally sound recycling. Recycling alternative to the return request: As an alternative to returning the equipment to the manufacturer, the owner of the electrical equipment must make sure that the equipment is properly disposed of if he no longer wants to keep it. The old equipment can be returned to a suitable collection point that will dispose of the equipment in accordance with the national recycling and waste disposal regulations. This does not apply to any accessories or aids without electrical components supplied with the old equipment.

Guarantee
Warranty period of 12 months applies to commercial use and 24 months applies to private use and commences on the day of purchase of the device. The guarantee solely covers inadequacies caused by material defect or manufacturing defect. Original payment voucher with the sales date needs to be submitted for any claim in the guarantee period. The guarantee does not cover any unauthorised use such as appliance overloading, use of violence, damage as a result of any unauthorised interference or caused by foreign items. Failing to follow the operating and assembly instructions and common wear are also not included in the guarantee.
Important information for the customer
Please note that returns within or outside the warranty period should always be in the original packaging. This measure effectively avoids unnecessary transport damage and any associated disputed ruling. Your equipment is optimally protected only in the original box, and keeping it in that box will ensure smooth processing.

Service

SDo you have any technical questions? Any claim? Do you need any spare parts or operating instructions? We will quickly help you and without needles bureaucracy at our web pages at www.guede.com in the Servicing part. Please help us be able to help you. In order to identify your device in case of claim we need the serial No., product No. and year of production. All this data can be found on the type label.
Tel.: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-360
Fax: +49 (0) 79 04 / 700-51999
E-Mail: support@ts.guede.com

Inspection and maintenance plan

Generally| Complete saw
Plastic body
Saw Chain
Chain saw bar
Chain saw wheel
Chain Brake| Regularly clean the outer part
Let regularly checked by authorized workshop
Check for cracks and fissures
Let regularly sharpen
Clean regularly
Clean regularly
Regular functional test
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Before any start-up| Saw Chain
Chain saw bar
Chain lubrication
Chain Brake
Follow-up brake
On/off Button| Check for damages and sharpness Check the chain tension Oil after approx. five sawing operations.
Functional test
Functional test
Functional test
After every take out of
service| Chain saw bar Bar fixture| Clean above all guiding oil groove
Storage| Saw Chain / Chain saw bar Complete saw| Dismount, clean and lubricate slightly by oil Clean the saw guiding groove

Failures

Battery is defective
Battery compartment defective
Activated power breaker| Reinsert battery Insert new
battery
Have the battery shaft replaced
by a specialist workshop  or Güde Service.
Check supply line, consult  specialist
workshop.
Not sufficient output| Low dilatability| Worn out coal brushes| Have the carbon brushes replaced by a specialist workshop.
Follow-up brake| Saw chain runs out| Worn out coal brushes| Have the carbon brushes replaced by a specialist workshop.

Translation of the EC-Declaration of Conformity
We, hereby declare the conception and construction of the below mentioned appliances correspond – at the type of construction being launched – to appropriate basic safety and hygienic requirements of EC Directives.
In case of any change to the appliance not discussed with us the Declaration expires.

Directives CE applicables|

2014/35 EU
1935/2004/EC
2011/65/EU&2015/863EU
2016/425/EU (PPE)
2015/1188/EU
2006/42 EC
2014/30/EU
1907/2006/EC
2016/426/EU
2019/1784/EU
2014/29/EU
Annex IV
No:  Name:
Notified Body Adress:
Type Ex. Cert.-No.:
97/68/EC_&2016/1628/EU
Emission No.:
2000/14/EC_2005/88/EC

Method of compliance assessment

Annex VI
Wolpertshausen,
04/08/2021
Managing Director

Harmonised standards used

EN 62841-1:2015
EN ISO 12100:2010
IEC 62841-4-1:2017
EN 55014-1:2017
EN 55014-2:2015

Guaranteed sound power level
Measured sound power level

Joachim Bürkle
Güde GmbH & Co. KG, Birkichstraße 6, 74549 Wolpertshausen, Germany
Authorized to compile the technical fil

GÜDE GmbH & Co. KG
Birkichstrasse 6
74549 Wolpertshausen
Deutschland
Tel.: +49-(0)7904/700-0
Fax.: +49-(0)7904/700-250
eMail: info@guede.com

References

• Güde | Maschinen & Werkzeuge für den Hand- & Heimwerker
• Güde | Maschinen & Werkzeuge für den Hand- & Heimwerker
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