FKS 2200 G4 - Saw FLORABEST - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FKS 2200 G4 FLORABEST

Notes on safety..........................36 Symbols used on the saw

Symbols used in the instructions

General notes on safety.................37 General safety instructions for power tools

Causes and operator prevention of kickback

Further safety directions

Mounting the saw chain and blade

Tensioning the saw chain

Operating the chainsaw

Changing the saw bar

Maintenance and cleaning

Oiling the saw chain

Sharpening the saw chain

Adjusting the chain tension

Starting up a new saw chain

Maintaining the chain bar

Waste disposal and environmental protection

Replacement parts/Accessories

Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new device. With it, you have chosen a high quality product. During production, this equipment has been checked for qual- ity and subjected to a nal inspection. The functionality of your equipment is therefore guaranteed. It cannot be ruled out that re- sidual quantities of water or lubricants will remain on or in the equipment/hose lines in isolated cases. This is not a fault or de- fect and it represents no cause for concern. Translation of the original EC declaration of conformity

Intended purpose The electric chainsaw is constructed for sawing wood only. The saw is not de-signed for any other types of application (e.g. cutting of brickwork, plastic or food). The chainsaw is designed for employment in the do-it-yourselfer sector. It was not designed for continuous employment in the commercial sector.The device is designed for use by adults. Young people over 16 years old may use the chainsaw under supervision only.The manufacturer is not liable for dam-ages, which were caused through use in applications for which it was not designed, or incorrect operation. This electric chainsaw is to be used only by one person and only for sawing wood. The chainsaw must be held with the right hand on the rear handle and the left hand on the front handle. Before use, the user must have read and understood all of the information and directions in the operating instructions. The user must wear appropri-ate personal protective equipment (PPE). The chainsaw is to be used only for sawing wood. Materials such as plastic, stone, metal or wood containing foreign objects (e.g. nails or screws) must not be cut with the chain saw! General description The illustration of the principal functionin g parts can be found on the front and back foldout pages. Extent of the delivery Carefully unpack the appliance and check that it is complete:- Chainsaw- Chain bar (guide rail) (already mounted)- Saw chain (already mounted)- Saw bar protection sheath- Oil bottle with 180ml bio chain oil- Instruction ManualDispose of the packaging material correctly. Overview

21 Oil level indicator 22 Minimum mark “MIN” on the oil level indicator35 IEGB

23 Bar bolt 24 Sprocket 25 Tab 26 Oil passages Function description The chainsaw is driven by an electric mo- tor. The circulating chain is led around a saw bar (guide rail). The tool is tted with a rapid-action chain- tensioning system and a fast-acting chain brake. An automatic oil dosing regulator ensures continuous chain lubrication. The chainsaw is equipped with various protection ttings for the protection of the user. Refer to the following descriptions for the function of control elements. Technical Data Electrical chainsaw ...............FKS 2200 G4 Rated input voltage U ................. 230-240 V~, 50 Hz Input power P ............................2200 W Safety class ...................................... II Protection category...........................IPX0 Chain speed v

= 3 dB Sound power level (L

measured .. 104.8 dB (A); K

Noise and vibration values were deter- mined according to the standards and stipulations mentioned in the declaration of conformity. The stated vibration emission value was measured in accordance with a standard testing procedure and may be used to com- pare one power tool to another. The stated vibration emission value may also be used for a preliminary exposure assessment.

Warning: The vibration emission

value may differ during actual use of the power tool from the stated value depending on the manner in which the power tool is used. Try to keep the exposure to vibra- tions as low as possible. Examples of measures to reduce vibration exposure are the wearing of gloves when using the tool and limiting the working hours. For this purpose all parts of the operating cycle have to be considered (for example, times when the electric tool is switched off and times when it is switched on but running without any load).36

Use protective clothing! Only use the saw with both hands on the device Caution! Spring-back - Be careful of spring-back of the machine during work. Do not expose the unit to rain. The device must not be wet, nor should it be operated in a moist environment. Caution! Remove the plug immediately from the plug socket in case of damage or cutting through of the mains cable

Information of the acoustic power level L in dB.Graphical symbol on the nameplate:460 mm Length of the chain bar Safety class II (Double insulation) Machines do not belong with do-mestic waste. Graphical symbol beneath the chain spro-cket cover: Observe direction of travel of the saw chain. Caution! Read the operating instructions.Graphical symbol on the blade:Direction of travel of the saw chain Graphical symbol on the oil tank cap: Saw chain lubrication. Notes on safety This section deals with the basic safety regulations while working with the electric chainsaw. An electric chainsaw is a dangerous device, which can cause serious or even fatal injuries with incorrect or careless use. Thus, for your own safety and the safety of others, you should always take note of the instructions on safety and, in case of difculties, consult a specialist for advice. Symbols used on the saw Make yourself familiar with all control elements before any work. Practice handling the saw and have explained the functions, operating methods and sawing techniques by a practiced user or specialist. The motor cannot be turned on if the chain brake has engaged. Release the chain brake by shifting the brake arm over against the front grip. Read and take note of the operat-ing manual belonging to the ma-chine! Wear personal protective equipment. Basically, wear protective goggles and ear protection Wear a safety helmet! Wear cut-resistant gloves! Wear anti-slip safety shoes!37 IEGB Graphical symbol on the xing screw for the chain sprocket cover: OPEN CLOSE Graphical symbol on the chain brake lever: chain brake: OFF chain brake: ON Symbol on the screw for the chain quick- tensioning system: loosen tighten Symbols used in the instructions Hazard symbols with in- formation on prevention of personal injury and property damage. Hazard symbol with infor- mation on the prevention of personal injury caused by electric shock. Precaution symbol with information on prevention of harm / damage. Wear protective gloves in order to avoid cutting yourself! Notice symbol with information on how to handle the device properly. General notes on safety Before you do any work with the elec- tric chainsaw, make yourself familiar with all operating parts. Practise using the saw (sawing logs on a sawhorse) and get an experienced user or a specialist to explain to you the func- tion of the saw, the way of working, the techniques of sawing and the personal protection equipment. Observe noise control and local regulations. Caution! When using power tools, observe the following basic safety measures for the prevention of electric shocks and the risk of injury and re. There is a risk of injury! General safety instructions for power tools WARNING! Read all safety directions and instructions. Omissions in the compliance with safety directions and instructions can cause electrical shock, re and/or severe injuries. Retain all safety directions and in- structions for future use. The term “Power Tools” used in the safety instructions refers to mains-operated power tools (with power cord) and to battery-op- erated power tools (without power cord). Work area safety

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as38

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

• 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.

• 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. Connect the appliance to a power socket with a residual current circuit breaker of rated residual current no more than 30 mA.

• Use only approved power cable of type H05RN-F, which are no more than 75 m in length and intended for use outdoors. The conductor cross section of the cord must be at least 2.5 mm

Always fully unroll a cable drum before use. Check the power cord for damage. Personal safety CAUTION: In this way you avoid accidents and injuries:

• 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 inu- ence of drugs, alcohol or medi- cation. A moment of inattention white operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

• Wear personal protective equip- ment and always wear safety glasses. Wearing personal protective equipment such as nonslip safety boots, in the presence of ammable Iiquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Electrical safety CAUTION! The following states how to avoid accidents and injuries due to electric shock:

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapt- er plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of elec- tric shock

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an in- creased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

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

• If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced by a specially prepared cord available through the service organization.

• If it is necessary to replace the connec- tion cable, we recommend that this be performed by the manufacturer or an authorised representative (e.g. autho- rised workshop, customer service, etc.).

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.39 IEGB cut protection trousers, a hard hat or ear protection reduces the risk of injuries.

• 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 nger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the pow- er tool on. A wrench or a key left at- tached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the pow- er tool in unexpected situations.

• Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

• Warning! During operation, this electric tool generates an electromag- netic eld which, under certain circum- stances, may impair the functionality of active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or lethal inju- ries, we recommend that persons with medical implants consult their doctor and the manufacturer of their medical implant before operating the machine. Power tool use and care

• 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.

• 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.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the bat- tery pack from the power tool before making any adjust- ments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preven- tive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentaIly.

• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not al- low persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• 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.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less Iikely to bind and are easier to control.

• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working condi- tions and the work to be per- formed. Use of the power tool for op- erations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

• For sawing work on a slope, always stand above the tree trunk. To keep control at the moment of “sawing through”, reduce the contact pressure at the end of the cut without loosening40

the rm grip on the chainsaw handles. Ensure that the saw chain does not come into contact with the ground. After completing the cut, wait for the chainsaw to come to a standstill before removing the chainsaw. Always switch off the chainsaw motor before moving from one tree to another.

• Dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples and wire must be removed from the tree. Service

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person us- ing only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

• Follow the maintenance, control and ser- vice instructions in this manual carefully. Damaged safety equipment and parts must be repaired or replaced profes- sionally by our service centre, unless otherwise indicated in the operating instructions. Chain saw safety warnings:

• Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating. Be- fore you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention white operating chain saws may cause entanglement of your cloth- ing or body with the saw chain.

• 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 congura- tion increases the risk of personal in- jury and should never be done.

• Hold the power tool only on the insulated handle surfaces, as the saw chain may come into contact with concealed power cables. Contact between the saw chain and a live cable may render metallic compo- nents live and result in an electric shock

• Wear safety glasses and ear protection. Other protective equipment for the head, hands, legs and feet is compulsory. Ad- equate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by ying debris or ac- cidentaI contact with the saw chain.

• Do not operate a chain saw in a tree. Operation of a chain saw white up in a tree may result in personal in jury.

• Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when standing on xed, secure and level surface. Slippery or un- stable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw.

• When cutting a branch that is under tension be alert for spring back. When the tension in the wood bres is released the spring loaded Iimb may strike the operator and/or throw the chain saw out of control.

• Use extreme caution when cut- ting brush and saplings. The slen- der material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.

• 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 t the guide bar cover. Proper handling of the chain saw will reduce the Iikelihood of accidentaI contact with the moving saw chain.41 IEGB

• Follow instructions for lubricat- ing, chain tensioning and chang- ing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.

• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss of control.

• 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 Beware of kickback! Be careful of kickback of the machine during work. There is danger of injury here. You can avoid kickbacks by exercising caution and using a cor- rect sawing technique. Fig. 1

• Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinch- es the saw chain in the cut (cf. image 1/g. B).

• Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator (cf. image 1/g. A).

• 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 ac- cident or injury. Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/ or incorrect operating procedures or condi- tions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:

• Maintain a rm grip, with thumbs and ngers encircling the chain saw handles, with both hands on the saw and po- sition your body and arm to al- low you to resist kickback forc- es. Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the chain 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 specied by the manu- facturer. Incorrect replacement 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.42

Residual risks Even if properly operating and handling this electric tool, some residual risks will remain. Due to its construction and build, this elec- tric tool may present the following hazards: a) Cuts b) Ear damage if working without ear protection. c) Damage to your health caused by swinging your hands and arms when operating the appliance for longer pe- riods of time or if the unit is not held or maintained properly. Warning! During operation, this electric tool generates an electro- magnetic eld which, under certain circumstances, may impair the functionality of active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or lethal injuries, we rec- ommend that persons with medical implants consult their doctor and the manufacturer of their medical implant before operating the ma- chine. Further safety directions

• If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced by a spe- cially prepared cord available through the service organization.

• If it is necessary to replace the connec- tion cable, we recommend that this be performed by the manufacturer or an au- thorised representative (e.g. authorised workshop, customer service, etc.).

• Lay the extension cable in such a way that it will not be caught by branches or similar during sawing.

• Use a surge protector with a release cur- rent of 30 mA or less.

• Comply carefully with maintenance, con- trol and service instructions in this manual. Damaged protective devices and parts have to be repared or changed except as noted otherwise in this manual.

• It is recommended that a rst-time user at least practice the cutting of logs on a saw log or frame. Safety functions

1 Rear grip with hand guard (10) Protects the hand against branches and boughs in the case of spring- ing away by the chain. 3 Chain braking lever/ hand guard Control system, which stops the saw chain immediately in case of a spring-back; lever can also be activated manually; protects the left hand of the operator if it slides from the front grip. The motor cannot be turned on if the chain brake has engaged. 5 Saw chain with small spring-back Helps you to catch spring-backs with specially developed control systems. 17 Metal stop claw Reinforces the stability when vertical cuts are carried out and facilitates sawing. 15 Electric motor Double insulated for safety reasons. 13 On-off switch with safety chain brake On releasing the On/Off switch, the device immediately switches off.43 IEGB 14 Switch-on block The switch-on block must be released for switching on the device. 18 Chain catcher Decreases the danger of injuries if the chain breaks or if it comes off. Assembly Always wear protective gloves when working with the chainsaw and employ only original parts. Pull out the power plug before doing any work on the chainsaw itself -– injury hazard! Before putting the electric chain saw into operation, you must: - install the blade, saw chain and chain cover where necessary, - adjust the saw chain tension, - pour in chain oil, - check the function of the chain brake and the automatic oil pump. Mounting the saw chain and blade

1. Lay the saw on a at surface.

2. Turn the fastening bolt (14) anti-

clockwise ( ) to remove the sprocket chain wheel cover- ing (8).

3. Spread the chain (5) out into a

loop with the cutting edges run- ning clockwise .

4. Slide the saw chain (5) into the

bar guide groove. To mount the guide bar (4), raise it to an angle of approx. 45 degrees. This will make it easier to replace the saw chain (5) onto the sprocket (24).

5. Place the chain bar (4) and saw

chain (5) on the bar bolts (23). When the nose on the right be- low the bar bolt (23) sits in the round recess on the blade, the blade is placed correctly. It is nor- mal for the saw chain (5) to sag. It is normal that the saw chain (5) is slack.

6. Pre-tension the saw chain (5) by

turning the screw for the chain quick-tensioning system (9) in clockwise direction.

7. Position the sprocket chain wheel

covering (8). First place the tab (25) on the cover into the corre- sponding notch on the plate (8). Tighten the fastening bolt (7). Note that the saw can re-oil. Please note that the saw re-oils after use and oil may leak out if it is stored on its side or on the head. This is a normal process due to the necessary ventilation opening on the upper edge of the tank and does not constitute a reason for complaint. As each saw is checked during production and tested with oil, a small residue may be in the tank despite draining, which may slightly dirty the housing with oil in transit. Please clean the housing with a cloth. Prior to changing the chain, the nut of the guide rail must be cleaned of dirt because dirt deposits available can cause the chain to break out of the rail. The deposits can also absorb the chain oil. So the conse- quence would be that the chain oil would not or only a small part of it would reach the underside of the rail and the lubrication would be reduced.44

Tensioning the saw chain Regularly tightening the saw chain pro- vides safety for the user and reduces and/ or prevents wear and chain damages. Before the start of work and in approx. 10 minute intervals, we recommend the user to examine the chain tension and correct it, if necessary. The chain warms up when working with the saw and thus expands slightly. These “expansions” can be expected especially from newer chains. Do not re-tighten or change the chain when it is hot because it shrinks slightly once it has cooled down. In case of non-observance, this can lead to damages on the guide rail or the engine because now the chain is too taut on the blade. Chain tension and chain lu- brication have a signicant impact on the service life of the chain. The chain is correctly tensioned if it does not sag at the rail underside and can be rotated completely around with the gloved hand. When the saw chain is tensioned with 9 N (approx. 1 kg), the gap between the saw chain and the guide rail may not be more than 2 mm. 10 min

1. Ensure that the chain brake has

been released, that is, that the chain brake lever (3) is pulled up against the front grip (16).

2. Unscrew the fastening bolt (7)

3. To tension the saw chain, turn

the screw (9) for the chain quick- tensioning system in clockwise direction. To loosen the tension, turn the screw (9) in counter-clockwise direction.

4. Tighten up the fastening bolt (7)

again ( ). With a new saw chain, you must readjust the chain tension after at least 5 cutting operations. Chain lubrication The rail and chain must never be without oil. If you operate the elec- tric chainsaw with too little oil, the cutting performance and the lifetime of the saw chain is reduced, since the chain becomes blunt faster. You can identify a case of too little oil where smoke development or dis- coloration of the rail occurs. As soon as the motor is speeded up, the oil also ows faster to the chain bar (

4). Filling up with chain oil:

• Check the oil level indicator (

the oil level indicator. The oil tank holds about 250 ml of oil.

• Use Parkside bio-oil; this product contains additives that reduce wear and tear and does not damage the pump system. bio- oil is available from our Service-Center.

• If you have no Grizzly bio-oil available, use chain lubrication oil with low adhe- sive additive content.

• Empty the oil tank before longer periods (6-8 weeks) of non-use.45 IEGB

1. Unscrew the oil ll cap (2) and ll up with chain oil. 2. Wipe off any spilled oil and close the cap (2) again. Always switch off the device and allow the motor to cool before lling with chain oil. There is a risk of re if oil overows. Operating the chainsaw Switch on the chainsaw only when chain bar, saw chain and sprocket chain wheel covering are correctly assembled. Ensure the voltage of the mains connection agrees with the label on the device. Make sure you have a secure stance. Make sure be-fore you start that the electric chain saw is not touching anything. Caution! Saw can oil up, see notes on “Assembly - Mounting the saw chain and blade“ Switching on

1. Check before the start, whether suf-cient chain oil is in the tank and, if necessary, rell with chain oil (see Chapter Operation Startup). 2. Form a loop from the end of the extension cable and hang this into the tension relief (11) on the rear grip (1). 3. Connect the device to the mains voltage. 4. Release the chain brake, where you shift the brake arm (3) back against the front grip (16). 5. Hold the electric chainsaw rmly with both hands, with the right hand on the rear grip (1) and the left hand on the front handle (16). Thumb and nger must close securely over the handles. 6. For switching on, activate the switch-on block (14) with the right thumb and then press the On/Off switch (13), the electric power saw runs with highest speed. Release the switch-on block (14) again. 7. The power saw switches off when you release the On/Off switch (13) again. Switching for continu-ous running is not possible. Checking the chain brake The motor cannot be turned on if the chain brake has engaged. Do not employ the chain brake in order to start the chainsaw or to switch it off.

1. Place the electric chainsaw onto a solid, at surface. It must not contact any objects. 2. Connect the device to the mains voltage. 3. Release the chain brake by shifting the brake arm (3) over against the front grip (16). 4. Hold the electric chainsaw rmly with both hands, with the right hand on the rear handle (1) and the left hand on the front handle (16). Thumb and nger must close securely over the handles. 5. Turn on the electric chainsaw. 6. Activate the chain braking lever (3), with running motor, with the left hand. To do so, push the chain braking lever/front hand protection (3) away from the front handle (16). Chain should stop abruptly.46

7. Once the chain brake is work-

ing properly, release the on/off switch and the chain brake. If the chain brake does not function correctly, you must not use the electric chainsaw. A slack saw chain leads to danger of injury. Return the electric chainsaw to our Service-Center for repair. Checking the chain lubrication Check the oil level and the chain lubrica- tion system before commencement of work.

• Switch on the chainsaw and hold it above a bright background. The saw must not touch the ground. If an oil trace can be seen, the chainsaw is working trouble-free. If no oil trace can be seen clean the oil passages or turn the chainsaw to our Service-Center for repair. Clean the oil passages of the chain bar (26), in order to guarantee a trouble-free, automatic oiling of the saw chain during operation. Use a brush or a cloth to help remove resi- dues from the oil passage. Changing the saw bar

1. Switch the saw off and unplug it

2. Lay the saw on a at surface.

3. Turn the fastening bolt (7) and

the screw for the chain quick-ten- sioning system (9) in counter- clockwise direction in order to loosen the chain tension and to remove the sprocket chain wheel cover (8).

4. Remove the saw bar (4) and saw

chain (5). To remove the guide bar (4), raise it to an angle of ap- prox. 45 degrees. This will make it easier to take the saw chain (5) off the sprocket (24).

5. Replace the blade and install the

blade and chain as described un- der “Installing the sawing chain and blade”. Sawing techniques General

• You have better control when you saw with the bottom side of the chain bar (with pulling saw chain) and not to with the top side of the chain bar (with pushing saw chain).

• The saw chain must not contact either the ground or another object during sawing through or after sawing completion.

• Make sure that the saw chain does not become jammed in the wood. Do not let the tree trunk break or split off.

• Consider also the precautions against spring-back (see notes on safety). If the saw chain jams, you do not attempt to pull out the electric chainsaw using pow- er. There is a danger of injury here. Switch off the motor and use a lever or wedge to free the electric chainsaw.47 IEGB Felling trees A lot of experience is neces- sary in felling trees. Cut down trees only when you can safely handle the electric chainsaw. In no case should you use the electric chainsaw if you feel unsure about anything. For safety reasons, we advise inex- perienced users not to fell any logs with a rail length which is smaller than the trunk diameter.

• Ensure that no people or animals are in the eld of action. The safety dis- tance between the tree to be felled and the nearest-located workplace must be 2 ½ tree lengths.

• Note the felling direction: The user must be able to move safely near the felled tree, to saw off the tree easily and remove branches.It is to be avoided that the felled tree snags itself on another tree. Note the natural fell- ing direction, which is dependent on the slope and curvature characteristic of the tree, wind direction and the number of branches.

• For sowing work on hillsides, the user of the chainsaw should stay in the area above the tree that is to be felled, as the tree will probably roll down or slide off downhill after being felled.

• Small trees, with a diameter of 15-18 cm, can usually be sawn off with one cut.

• In case of trees with a larger diameter, a notched cut and a back cut must be implemented (see diagram

Do not fell any trees when a strong or changing wind is blowing, if the danger of prop- erty damage exists or if the tree could fall on electric wires. When felling trees, ensure that no other persons are exposed to hazards, that no supply lines are hit, and that no property damage is caused. If a tree should come into contact with a supply line, the utility company must be informed immediately. Immediately after termination of the sawing procedure, remove the ear protection so that you can hear hooter and alarm signals.

1. Removal of branches:

Remove hanging branches by positioning the cut from above the branch. With removal of branches, never work higher than shoulder level.

Remove the undergrowth around the tree to ensure an easy es- cape. The escape area (1) should be around 45° either side behind the planned felling direction (2).

3. Cutting notch (A):

Make a felling notch in the direction in which you wish the tree to fall. Start with the bottom, horizontal cut. The cut depth should be around 1/3 of the trunk diameter. Now make a slanted saw cut from above at an angle of roughly 45° to meet exactly with the bottom saw cut. This helps avoiding that the chainsaw or the guide rail jams when making the second chip carving.48

As soon as the tree begins to fall, pull out the saw from the section, stop the motor, place the electric chainsaw down and leave the workplace us- ing the withdrawal path. Pay attention to falling branches and do not stumble. Limbing Limbing is the designation for the sawing off of branches and boughs from a felled tree. Many accidents occur during the removal of branches. Never cut tree limbs when you are standing on the log. Keep the spring-back area in mind if branches are under tension.

• Do not remove support branches until after the sawing off.

• Branches under tension must be sawed from below to above, in order to pre- vent jamming of the chainsaw.

When working on thicker branches, use the same technique as when you are sawing up a felled trunk. Work to the left of the log and as near as possible to the electric chainsaw. As far as possible, the weight of the saw should rest on the log.

• Change position to saw off branches on the other side of the trunk.

• Branches sticking out are cut off separately.

• Cut off smaller branches, as shown in Figure , in one go. Bucking This refers to sawing up a felled tree trunk into smaller sections.

• Ensure that the saw chain does not come in contact with the ground during sawing. Never step in front of a tree which is notched.

4. Felling back cut (B):

Make the back cut from the other side of the log, where you stand to the left of the log and saw with the chainsaw pulling. The back cut must run horizontally 5 cm above the horizontal notched cut. The back cut should be so deep that the separation distance be- tween the back cut and the notch cutting line is at least 1/10 of the trunk diameter. The part of the log not sawed through is desig- nated as a break dimension. The hinge prevents the tree from turning and falling in the wrong direction. Do not cut through the hinge. When the felling cut nears the hinge, the tree should begin to fall. If it becomes apparent that the tree might not fall in the desired direc- tion or if it bends back, and if the chainsaw is stuck, discontinue the felling cut and use wooden, plas- tic or aluminium wedges to open the cut and fell the tree to fall into the desired fall line.

5. Insert a felling wedge or a crow-

bar into the back cut, as soon as the depth of cut permits this, in order to prevent a jamming of the chain bar.

6. If the trunk diameter is larger than

the length of the chain bar, make two cuts.

7. After carrying out of the back cut,

the tree falls by itself or with the aid of the felling wedge or crowbar.49 IEGB

• Make sure you have a secure stance and, in the case of sloping ground, stand above the log.

• Ensure that you have secure footing and balance your body weight evenly on both feet. If possible, the trunk should be protected and supported by branch- es, logs or wedges. Follow the simple instructions for easy sowing.

1. Log is lying on the ground:

Saw through the log completely from above and ensure at the end of the cut not to contact the ground. If you can turn the tree trunk, saw two-thirds of the way through it. Then turn the trunk around and saw the rest of the way through from above.

2. Log is supported at one end:

Start sawing from the bottom and work your way up (with the upper edge of the bar) a third of the way into the diameter of the trunk to prevent splitting. Then saw from the top downwards with the lower edge of the bar towards the rst cut to prevent the bar from becom- ing jammed in the wood.

3. Log is supported at both ends:

Start from the top and work down (with the lower edge of the bar) to a third of the diameter of the trunk. Then saw from underneath with the upper edge of the bar until the two cuts meet.

4. Sawing on a sawhorse:

Hold the electric chainsaw steady with both hands, keeping the saw in front of you while sawing. Once the saw is through the wood, guide the machine passed you on the right (1). Hold your left arm as straight as you can (2). Watch out for the falling trunk. Position your- self to prevent any danger from the separated trunk. Watch your feet. The trunk may cause injuries when falling. Keep your balance (3). Maintenance and cleaning Basically, carry out mainte- nance and cleaning works with switched-off motor and power plug removed. Danger of injury! Leave any maintenance and servicing work not covered by this manual to our Ser- vice-Center. Use only original spare parts. Allow the machine to cool down before all maintenance and cleaning works. Danger of burn injuries! Cleaning

• Clean the machine thoroughly after eve- ry use. In this way, you extend the life of the machine and avoid accidents.

• Keep the gripping handles free of petrol, oil or grease. Clean the gripping han- dles, where appropriate, with a moist cloth soaked in soap. Use no solvents or petrol for cleaning!

• Clean the saw chain after every use. Use a paint brush or wipe for that. Do not use any liquids to clean the chain. After clean- ing, oil the chain lightly with chain oil.

• When cleaning, also remove the chain wheel cover (

8) so that this area can

• Clean the chain bar (Guide) (

• Clean the ventilation slots and the sur- faces of the machine with a paint brush, whisk or dry cloth. Do not use any liq- uids for cleaning.50

• Clean the oil passages of the chain bar

26), in order to guarantee a trouble- free, automatic oiling of the saw chain during operation. Maintenance Interval Table Machine part Action Before every use After 10 hours of operation After every use Components of the chain brake Check, replace if required

Sprocket chain wheel (

Check oil, regrind or re- place if required

Check, clean and oil

Oil automatic system check and, where appropriate, clean oil outow duct

Maintenance intervals Regularly carry out the maintenance oper- ations listed in the following table. The life of the saw is extended by regular main- tenance of your chainsaw. Furthermore, you get optimum cutting performance and avoid accidents. Oiling the saw chain Clean and oil the chain regularly. In this way, you keep the chain sharp and get optimum machine performance. In case of damage due to inadequate maintenance of the saw chain, the guarantee claim is invalid. Remove the power plug and use cut-protection gloves when you are handling the chain or the chain bar.

• Oil the chain after cleaning, after 10 hours of use or at least once weekly, depending on which comes rst.

• Before oiling, the chain bar must be cleaned thoroughly, in particular the teeth of the rail. Use a whisk and a dry cloth for that.

• Oil the individual chain links with the aid of an oil suction gun with pinpoint tip (available in the specialist trade). Place individual oil drops onto the ar- ticulated links and onto the tooth tips of the individual chain links.51 IEGB Sharpening the saw chain An incorrectly sharpened saw chain increases the dan- ger of spring-back! Use cut-protection gloves when you are handling the chain or the chain bar. A sharp chain guarantees an op- timal cutting performance. It eats effortlessly through the wood and leaves large, long wooden chips. A saw chain is blunt if you have to press the cutting equipment through the wood and the wooden chips are very small. In the case of a very blunt saw chain, no chip cuttings result at all, only sawdust.

• The sawing parts of the chain are the cutting elements, which consist of a cut- ting tooth and a depth limiting projec- tion. The vertical separation distance between these two determines the sharpness depth.

• The following values must be noted in sharpening the cutting teeth:

- Sharp edge angle (30°) - Breast angle (85°) - Sharpness depth (0.65 mm) Deviations from the meas- urement data of the cutting geometry can lead to an increase of the spring-back slope of the machine. In- creased danger of accident! Special tools are necessary for sharpening the chain, which guarantee that the cutting edges are sharpened at the correct angle and to the correct depth. For the inexperi- enced user of chainsaws, we recommend to have the saw chain sharpened by a specialist or a specialist workshop. If you think yourself capable of sharpening the chain, you can acquire the special tools in the specialist trade.

1. Switch the saw off and unplug it

2. Remove the saw chain (refer to the

section on operating the saw). The chain should be well-tensioned to ensure proper sharpening.

3. For the sharpening, a round le

with 4.0mm diameter is necessary. Other diameters damage the chain and can lead to danger during work!

4. Sharpen only from the inside to

the outside. Guide the le from the inner side of the cutting teeth to the outer side. Lift the le when you are withdrawing it.

5. Sharpen rst the teeth on one side.

Turn the saw around and sharpen the teeth of the other side.

6. The chain is worn and must be

replaced by a new saw chain if only approx. 4 mm of the cutting teeth is remaining.

7. After the sharpening, all cutting

elements must now be equal in length and width.

8. After every third sharpening, the

sharpness depth (depth limita- tion) must be checked and the height led with the aid of a at le. The depth limitation should be set back about 0.65 mm from the cutting tooth. After the setting back of depth limitation, round it off a little at the front.52

Adjusting the chain tension The adjustment of the chain tension is de- scribed in the chapter: Assembly, tension- ing chainsaw. Starting up a new saw chain In the case of a new chain, the tensioning force decreases after some time. Therefore, you have to re-tension the chain after the rst 5 cuts and no later than after 10 min- utes’ sawing time. Never attach a new chain to a worn drive pinion or place onto a damaged or worn chain bar. The chain could spring back or break, potentially leading to serious injury.

1. Switch off the saw and pull out the

ering (8), the saw chain (5) and the chain bar (4).

3. Check the chain bar (4) for wear. Re-

move burrs and straighten the guide surfaces with a at le.

4. Clean the oil passages ( 26) of

the chain bar, in order to guarantee a trouble-free, automatic oiling of the saw chain during operation.

5. Mount chain bar (4), chainsaw

(5) and sprocket chain wheel covering (8) and tighten the chainsaw. With the oil nozzles in good condi- tion and the oil regulator set cor- rectly, the saw chain will spray a little oil off after starting.

Turn the chain bar Use cut-protection gloves when handling the chain or the chain bar. The blade (4) has to be reversed regularly after a working time of approximately 10 hours in order to ensure even wear.

1. Switch off the saw and pull out

covering (8), the saw chain (5) and the chain bar (4).

3. Turn the blade around its hori-

zontal axis and install the blade and chain as described under “Installing the sawing chain and blade”. When doing so, pay attention to the correct rotation direction of the saw chain! Direction of travel of the saw chain Use the graphical symbol below the chain sprocket cover (8) as a guide to the align- ment of the saw chain (5) when the blade is rotated. The illustrated direction of travel on the blade is no longer true.53 IEGB Storage

• Clean the device prior to storage.

• Empty the oil tank prior to longer periods of non-use. Dispose of used oil in an environmentally-responsible way (see „Disposal/Environmental Protection“).

• Attach the protective blade cover.

• Store the device in a dry and dustproof location and out of reach of children. Waste disposal and environmental protection Do not dispose of used oil in the sewage system or drains. Dispose of used oil in an environmentally correct manner - bring it to a waste disposal center. Be environmentally friendly. Return the tool, accessories and packaging to a recycling centre when you have nished with them. Machines do not belong with do- mestic waste. Labelled products must not be disposed of with normal household waste but must be returned to a collection point for the recyc- ling of electrical and electronic equipment. Recycling helps to reduce both the con- sumption of raw materials and the environ- mental impact. Information about disposal and the location of the nearest recycling centre may be obtained, for example, from your local waste management department or from Yellow Pages. Empty the oil tank carefully and hand in your electric chainsaw at a disposal center. The plastic and metal parts employed can be separated out and thus recycled use can be implemented. Ask our Service- Center for details. Replacement parts/Accessories Spare parts and accessories can be obtained at www.grizzly-service.eu If you do not have internet access, please contact the Service Centre via telephone (see “Service-Center” Page 56). Please have the order number mentioned below ready. Oil ller cap

Bio chain oil 1 liter

Bio chain oil 5 liter

The Oregon replacement saw chain is to be used only in conjunc- tion with the associated Oregon blade and the electric chainsaw approved for this. There is a risk of injury.54

Trouble shooting Problem Possible cause Fault correction Device does not start Chain brake locked into place. Check chain brake. Possibly release chain brake Mains voltage defective House protection fuse activated Check plug socket, cable, line and plug, where appropriate, repair by electrical specialist. Check house protection fuse, see note Defective On/Off switch (

13) Repair by customer service Worn carbon brushes Repair by customer service Defective motor Repair by customer service Chain does not rotate Chain brake blocks saw chain (

Check chain brake. Possibly release chain brake Inferior cutting performance Incorrectly mounted saw chain (

Mount saw chain correctly Saw chain (

Sharpen cutting teeth or place on new chain Chain tension insufcient Check chain tension Saw runs with difculty, chain comes off Chain tension insufcient Check chain tension Chain becomes hot, smoke development during sawing, discoloration of the rail Too little chain oil Check oil level and, where appropriate, rell with chain oil, check oil automatic system and, where appropriate, clean oil outow duct or have repaired by customer service55 IEGB Guarantee Dear Customer, This equipment is provided with a 3-year guarantee from the date of purchase. In case of defects, you have statutory rights against the seller of the product. These statutory rights are not restricted by our guarantee presented below. Terms of Guarantee The term of the guarantee begins on the date of purchase. Please retain the original receipt. This document is required as proof of purchase. If a material or manufacturing defect occurs within three years of the date of purchase of this product, we will repair or replace – at our choice – the product for you free of charge. This guarantee requires the defec- tive equipment and proof of purchase to be presented within the three-year period with a brief written description of what consti- tutes the defect and when it occurred. If the defect is covered by our guarantee, you will receive either the repaired product or a new product. No new guarantee period be- gins on repair or replacement of the product. Guarantee Period and Statutory Claims for Defects The guarantee period is not extended by the guarantee service. This also applies for replaced or repaired parts. Any damages and defects already present at the time of purchase must be reported immediately af- ter unpacking. Repairs arising after expiry of the guarantee period are chargeable. Guarantee Cover The equipment has been carefully pro- duced in accordance with strict quality guidelines and conscientiously checked prior to delivery. The guarantee applies for all material and manufacturing defects. This guarantee does not extend to cover product parts that are subject to normal wear and may there- fore be considered as wearing parts (e.g. saw chain) or to cover damage to break- able parts (e.g. switches). This guarantee shall be invalid if the prod- uct has been damaged, used incorrectly or not maintained. Precise adherence to all of the instructions specied in the operating manual is required for proper use of the product. Intended uses and actions against which the operating manual advises or warns must be categorically avoided. The product is designed only for private and not commercial use. The guarantee will be invalidated in case of misuse or improper handling, use of force, or inter- ventions not undertaken by our authorised service branch. Processing in Case of Guarantee To ensure quick handling of you issue, please follow the following directions:

• Please have the receipt and item num- ber (IAN 300544) ready as proof of purchase for all enquiries.

• Please nd the item number on the rat- ing plate.

• Should functional errors or other de- fects occur, please initially contact the service department specied below by telephone or by e-mail. You will then receive further information on the pro- cessing of your complaint.

• After consultation with our customer service, a product recorded as defec- tive can be sent postage paid to the service address communicated to you, with the proof of purchase (receipt) and specication of what constitutes the defect and when it occurred. In or- der to avoid acceptance problems and56

additional costs, please be sure to use only the address communicated to you. Ensure that the consignment is not sent carriage forward or by bulky goods, express or other special freight. Please send the equipment inc. all accessories supplied at the time of purchase and ensure adequate, safe transport pack- aging. Repair Service For a charge, repairs not covered by the guarantee can be carried out by our ser- vice branch, which will be happy to issue a cost estimate for you. We can handle only equipment that has been sent with adequate packaging and postage. Attention: Please send your equipment to our service branch in clean condition and with an indication of the defect. Equipment sent carriage forward or by bulky goods, express or other special freight will not be accepted. We will dispose of your defective devices free of charge when you send them to us. Service-Center

Translation of the original EC declaration of conformity We hereby conrm that the Electric Chainsaw Design Series FKS 2200 G4 Serial number 201805000001 - 201805043888 conforms with the following applicable relevant version of the EU guidelines : 2006/42/EC • 2000/14/EC • 2005/88/EC • 2014/30/EU • 2011/65/EU* In order to guarantee consistency, the following harmonised standards as well as national standards and stipulations have been applied: EN 60745-1:2009/A11:2010 • EN 60745-2-13:2009/A1:2010 EN 55014-1:2006/A2:2011 • EN 55014-2:2015 EN 61000-3-2:2014 • EN 61000-3-3:2013 • EN 62321-1:2013 We additionally conrm the following in accordance with the 2000/14/EC emissions guideline: Sound power level guaranteed: 107 dB(A) measured: 104,8 dB(A) Compliance evaluation process carried out in accordance with Appendix V, 2000/14/EC Registered Ofce: TÜV Süd, NB 0123 Design Type Certicate No.: M6A 17 11 36607 356 This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer: Christian Frank Documentation Representative Grizzly Tools GmbH & Co. KG Stockstädter Straße 20 63762 Großostheim,

• The object of the declaration described above satises the provisions of Directive 2011/65/ EU of the European Parliament and the Council of 8 June 2011 on limiting the use of certain harmful substances in electrical and electronic appliances. 190FR