GCEC 750 T - Hedge trimmers EINHELL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GCEC 750 T EINHELL

1. Safety regulations

2. Layout and items supplied

5. Before starting the equipment

7. Working with the chainsaw

10. Cleaning, storage and ordering of spare parts

11. Disposal and recycling

Danger! When using the equipment, a few safety pre- cautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the in- formation is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

1. Safety regulations

The corresponding safety information can be found in the enclosed booklet. Danger! Read all safety regulations and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety regula- tions and instructions may result in an electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury. Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future use. Explanation of the symbols on the machine (Fig. 18):

2. Protect the equipment from rain and damp.

3. Watch out for falling and catapulting parts.

4. Keep your distance.

5. Read the directions for use before operating

6. Wear protective headgear, goggles and ear

7. Wear safety gloves.

8. Wear sturdy, non-slip footwear.

9. If the cable is damaged or cut, disconnect the

power plug from the mains immediately.

10. Electric shock can cause fatal injury. Keep a

distance of at least 10 m from power cables.

11. Direction of the chain movement and teeth

12. Maximum cutting length / chain speed

2. Layout and items supplied

4. Carrying strap with safety release

5. Additional handle

Please check that the article is complete as specifi ed in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the sales outlet where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service information at the end of the operating instructions.

Open the packaging and take out the equip- ment with care.

Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).

Check to see if all items are supplied.

Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.

If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period. Danger! The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suff ocating!

Electric Pole-Operated Pruner

Handle, counterpart, 4 screws

Original operating instructions

The chainsaw with telescopic handle is designed for lopping off tree branches. It is not suitable for extensive sawing work, felling trees or sawing any materials other than wood. The equipment is to be used only for its prescri- bed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or inju- ries of any kind caused as a result of this. Please note that our equipment has not been de- signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Danger! Sound and vibration Sound and vibration values were measured in accordance with EN ISO 11680-1.

sound power level guaranteed ....... 105 dB(A) Wear ear-muff s. The impact of noise can cause damage to hea- ring. Total vibration values (vector sum of three direc- tions) determined in accordance with EN ISO 11680-1. Handle under load Vibration emission value a

The specifi ed vibration value was established in accordance with a standardized testing method. It may change according to how the electric equip- ment is used and may exceed the specifi ed value in exceptional circumstances. The specifi ed vibration value can be used to compare the equipment with other electric power tools. The specifi ed vibration value can be used for initi- al assessment of a harmful eff ect. Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum.

Only use appliances which are in perfect wor- king order.

Service and clean the appliance regularly.

Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.

Do not overload the appliance.

Have the appliance serviced whenever ne- cessary.

Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.

Wear protective gloves. Caution! Residual risks Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain resi- dual risks cannot be rules out. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment’s construction and layout:

3. Health damage caused by hand-arm vib-

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5. Before starting the equipment

Before you connect the equipment to the mains supply make sure that the data on the rating plate are identical to the mains data. Warning! Always pull the power plug before making adjustments to the equipment. Warning! Do not connect the chainsaw to the po- wer supply until it has been fully assembled and the chain tension has been adjusted. Always wear protective gloves when working on the chainsaw to protect yourself against injury. Carefully unpack all parts and check that they are complete (Fig. 1).

5.1 Mounting the additional handle

(Fig. 2, 2a) The additional handle consists of the grip (L), counterpart (M) and 4 screws (F). Push the handle (L) over the grip (Fig. 1/Item 2) and the shoulder strap attachment (E). Place the counterpart on the fi xed tube (6) above the shoulder strap attachment (E) and screw the grip (L) to the counterpart from underneath using 4 screws (F). After loosening the 4 screws (F), you should be able to push the additional handle (Fig. 1/Item

5) on the fi xed tube to suit your requirements.

Then tighten the 4 screws (F) again so that the additional handle (Fig. 1/Item 5) is again attached securely to the fi xed tube (6).

5.2 Assembly of the cutter rail and the saw

Undo the fixing screw of the chain wheel co- ver (Fig. 3).

Take off the chain wheel.

Lay the chain as shown in the groove which runs around the cutter rail (Fig. 4/item A).

Insert the cutter rail and chain as shown in the mounting in the chainsaw (Fig. 5). At the same time guide the chain around the chain wheel (Fig. 5/Item B).

Attach the chain wheel cover and fasten it by hand with the fixing screw (Fig. 6/Item C). Important! Do not fully tighten the fi xing screw until after adjusting the chain tension (refer to point 5.3).

5.3 Tensioning the saw chain

Warning! Always disconnect the mains plug before performing any checks or adjustments. Al- ways wear protective gloves when working on the chainsaw to protect yourself against injury.

Undo the fixing screw of the chain wheel co- ver a few turns (Fig. 3).

Adjust the chain tension with the chain tensi- oning screw (Fig. 7/Item D). Turning the screw clockwise increases the tension, turning it counter-clockwise decreases the chain ten- sion. The saw chain is correctly tensioned if it can be lifted around 2 mm in the middle of the cutter rail (Fig. 8).

Tighten the fixing screw (C) of the chain wheel cover (Fig. 6). Important! All of the chain links must lie properly in the guide groove of the cutter rail. Notes on tensioning the chain: The saw chain must be properly tensioned to ensure safe operation. You can tell that the chain tension is perfect if the saw chain can be lifted by around 2 mm in the middle of the cutter rail. As the saw chain heats up during cutting and thus changes in length, check the chain tension no less than every 10 minutes and adjust it again as required. This applies in particular to new saw chains. When you have fi nished working slacken the chain again, as the chain will shorten when it cools down. This will prevent the chain from being damaged.

5.4 Saw chain lubrication

Warning! Always disconnect the mains plug before performing any checks or adjustments. Al- ways wear protective gloves when working on the chainsaw to protect yourself against injury. Notice! Never operate the chain if it is not lub- ricated with saw chain oil. Use of the chainsaw without saw chain oil or if the oil level is below the “min” mark will damage the chainsaw. Notice! Be aware of the temperature conditions: diff erent lubricants with completely diff erent viscosities are required at diff erent ambient tem- peratures. At lower temperatures you will need low viscosity oils in order to achieve a suffi cient lubricating fi lm. However, if the same low viscosity oil is used during the summer it will become even thinner due to the ambient temperatures alone, and as a result the lubricating fi lm could break down, causing the chain to overheat and become damaged. In addition, the chain oil would burn Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 22Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 22 18.09.14 15:3418.09.14 15:34GB

and produce unnecessary pollutants. Filling the oil tank (Fig. 9):

Place the chainsaw on a flat surface.

Clean the area around the oil tank cover (Item

21) and then open the oil tank cover.

Fill the tank (Item 20) with saw chain oil. In the process, make sure that no dirt enters the tank, as this could cause the oil nozzle to become blocked.

Close the oil tank cover (Item 21).

Please note that the statutory regulations gover- ning noise abatement may diff er from one loca- tion to another.

6.1 Using the shoulder strap

Warning! Always use the shoulder strap when working with the equipment. Switch off the equipment before you take off the shoulder strap (Otherwise there is a risk of injury.)

2. Fig. 11: Place the shoulder strap (4) over your

shoulder and adjust the length of the strap so that the strap attachment is at waist level.

3. Fig. 12: The shoulder strap is equipped with a

buckle. Fold the fastener up in the direction of the arrow if you need to put the device down quickly. Warning! Never wear the strap diagonally over the shoulder and chest. Always wear it over the shoulder only, as this allows you to remove the device quickly from your body in the event of danger.

2. Pull out the telescopic tube (9) until it reaches

the required working height.

3. Close (b) the telescopic tube lock (8) again.

6.3 Connecting to the mains supply

Connect the power cable to a suitable ex- tension cable. Make sure that the extension cable is designed for the power rating of the chainsaw.

Secure the extension cable as shown in Fig. 14 to protect it against pulling forces and ac- cidental disconnection.

Connect the extension cable to a professio- nally installed safety mains outlet with ground contact. We recommend using a cable with a bright and highly visible color, e.g. red or yellow. This will reduce the risk of accidentally damaging it with the chainsaw.

Hold the chainsaw by the handles with both hands (thumbs under the additional handle).

Press and hold the safety lock-off (Fig. 14/ Item R).

To switch on the chainsaw, activate the ON/ OFF switch (Fig. 14/Item 3). You can then re- lease the safety lock-off. Switching off Release the ON/OFF switch (Fig. 14/Item 3). Always disconnect the mains plug when you stop working, even if it is only for a short time.

7. Working with the chainsaw

Preparations To ensure that you can work safely, check the following points before every use and in the event of any damage: Condition of the chainsaw Inspect the chainsaw before the start of work for damage to the housing, the power cable, the saw chain and the cutter rail. Never use a chainsaw which is obviously damaged. - Danger of acci- dent! Danger! The protective devices must not be re- moved or modifi ed. - Danger of accident! Never use the saw if the safety equipment is not working properly. Never try to repair safety related pro- tection systems yourself – always have any work done by our service department or by a similarly qualifi ed workshop. Use only the accessories and spare parts appro- ved by the manufacturer, otherwise there is a risk of accidents or damage to the equipment. Oil container Fill level of the oil container. Even while working, keep checking that suffi cient oil is in the system. To avoid damaging the chainsaw, never run the Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 23Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 23 18.09.14 15:3418.09.14 15:34GB

saw if there is no oil in the system or if the oil drops below the “min” mark. On average, a single fi lling will last around 10 minutes depending on the number of pauses in cutting and the loads involved. Saw chain Tension of the saw chain, condition of the cutting elements. The sharper the chainsaw, the easier and more controllable it is to operate the chain- saw. The same also applies to the chain tension. Also while working you should check the chain tension no less than every 10 minutes in order to increase your safety. New saw chains in particular often tend to expand more. Do not touch the saw chain while the device is switched on. If the saw chain is blocked by an ob- ject, switch the device off at once – then remove the object – Danger of injury! Safety clothing Always wear appropriate tight-fi tting safety clothing like special trousers which protect against cuts, protective gloves and safety shoes. Hearing protection and protective goggles. Wear a protective helmet with integral face and hearing protection. This will off er protection against falling branches and any branches if they spring back. Safe working

To ensure that you can work in safety you must use the equipment at a working angle of max. 60°.

Never stand under the branch you want to saw.

Use special caution when working with bran- ches under tension and splintered wood.

Possible risk of injury caused by falling bran- ches and catapulting pieces of wood.

When the equipment is in operation keep other persons and animals away from the danger zone.

The equipment is not protected from electric shock through contact with high-voltage cables. Keep a minimum distance of 10 m from live cables. Electric shock can cause fatal injury.

When working on slopes always stand to the upper or left or right side of the branch you wish to cut.

Hold the equipment as close as possible to your body. This will help you to keep your ba- lance. Cutting techniques

When removing branches, hold the equip- ment at an angle of max. 60° to the horizontal to avoid being hit by a falling branch (Fig. 17).

Start with the bottom branches on the tree. This will make it easier for the cut branches to drop. CAUTION! Never stand underneath the branch you are sawing – always keep out of the range of falling branches! – Branches landing on the ground could bounce up again – Danger of in- jury

After completing a cut, the weight of the saw will abruptly increase for the operator as the saw is no longer supported by the branch. This can result in you losing control over the saw.

Remove the saw from the cut only with the saw chain still running. This will prevent the saw from getting jammed.

Never cut with the tip of the saw.

Never cut into the bulging branch collar. This will prevent the tree from healing. Sawing off smaller branches (Fig. 15): Place the contact surface of the saw onto the branch. This will prevent the saw from making jerky movements when you begin a cut. Exerting slight pressure, guide the saw from the top to the bottom through the branch. Sawing off larger and longer branches (Fig. 16): Carry out a relief cut when working on larger branches. Start by sawing through 1/3 of the branch diame- ter (a) from the bottom to the top with the top side of the cutter rail. Then saw towards the fi rst cut (b) from the top to the bottom with the bottom side of the cutter rail. Saw off longer branches in several steps to keep control over the impact location. Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 24Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 24 18.09.14 15:3418.09.14 15:34GB

Kick-back! The term “kickback” describes what happens when the running chainsaw suddenly kicks up- ward and backward. Usually, this is caused by contact between the tip of the cutter rail and the workpiece or the saw chain becoming trapped. In the event of kickback, large forces occur sud- denly and violently. As a result, the chainsaw usually reacts uncontrollably. This can often result in very serious injuries to the worker or persons in the vicinity. The risk of kickback is at its greatest when the saw is positioned for a cut in the region of the tip of the cutter rail, as the leverage eff ect is greatest there. It is therefore safest to position the saw as fl at as possible. Warning!

Make sure that the chain tension is always correctly adjusted.

Only use a chainsaw if it is in perfect working order.

Only work with a saw chain that has been properly sharpened in accordance with the instructions.

Never cut with the upper edge or the tip of the cutter rail.

Always hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands. Cutting wood which is under tension Danger! Special care is required when cutting wood which is under tension. Wood which is under tension from which it is released by cutting may in some cases react completely unpredictably and un- controllably. In the worst case this could result in extremely severe or even fatal injuries. This type of work must only be performed by persons who have been specially trained.

8.1 Replacing the saw chain and cutter rail

The cutter rail needs to be replaced if the guide groove of the cutter rail is worn; Proceed as described in the section “Assembly of the cutter rail and the saw chain”.

8.2 Checking the automatic chain lubrication

You should check the operation of the automatic chain lubrication system on a regular basis in or- der to guard against overheating and the associ- ated damage to the cutter rail and the saw chain. To do this, point the tip of the cutter rail towards a smooth surface (board, section of a cut tree) and allow the chainsaw to run. If an increasing oil trace becomes evident during this process then the automatic chain lubrication system is working properly. If no clear oil trace is evident then please refer to the corresponding instructions in “Troub- leshooting”. If the information contained there still fails to remedy the situation then please contact our service department or another similarly qua- lifi ed workshop. Important! Do not actually touch the surface with the tip of the cutter rail when per- forming this test. Keep a safe distance (approx. 20 cm).

8.3 Sharpening the saw chain

Eff ective working with the chainsaw is only pos- sible if the saw chain is in good condition and sharp. This also reduces the risk of kickback. The saw chain can be re-sharpened by any dealer. Do not attempt to sharpen the saw chain yourself unless you have the necessary special tools and experience.

9. Replacing the power cable

Danger! If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its after-sales service or similarly trained personnel to avoid danger. Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 25Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 25 18.09.14 15:3418.09.14 15:34GB

10. Cleaning, storage and ordering

of spare parts Carry out the cleaning and maintenance work be- fore putting into storage.

Regularly clean the clamping mechanism by blowing it out with compressed air or cleaning it with a brush. Do not use tools for cleaning.

Keep the handles free of grease so that you can maintain a firm grip.

Clean the equipment as required with a damp cloth and, if necessary, mild washing up li- quid. Danger!

Always disconnect the mains plug before cleaning the chainsaw.

Never immerse the unit in water or other li- quids in order to clean it.

If you are not going to use the chainsaw for an extended period of time, remove the chain oil from the tank. Briefly immerse the saw chain and the cutter bar into an oil bath and then wrap them in oil paper.

Store the equipment and its accessories out of children‘s reach in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal sto- rage temperature is between 5 und 30 °C.

10.3 Ordering replacement parts:

Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:

Article number of the machine

Identification number of the machine

Replacement part number of the part required For our latest prices and information please go to www.isc-gmbh.info

11. Disposal and recycling

The equipment is supplied in packaging to pre- vent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled. The equipment and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Never place defective equipment in your household refuse. The equipment should be taken to a suitable collection center for proper disposal. If you do not know the whereabouts of such a collection point, you should ask in your local council offi ces. Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 26Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 26 18.09.14 15:3418.09.14 15:34GB

Caution! Before troubleshooting, switch off the tool and disconnect the mains plug. The table below contains a list of fault symptoms and explains what you can do to remedy the problem if your tool fails to work properly. If the problem still persists after working through the list then please con- tact your nearest service workshop. Cause Fault Remedy Chainsaw does not work at all - No power supply - Defective mains outlet - Power extension cable damaged - Defective fuse - Check the power supply. - Try an alternative source of electri- cal power, replace if necessary. - Check the cable and replace as required. - Replace the fuse. Chainsaw operates intermittently - Loose connection (external) - Loose connection (internal) - ON/OFF switch defective - Consult a specialist workshop. - Consult a specialist workshop. - Consult a specialist workshop. Saw chain dry - No oil in the tank - Oil tank cap breather blocked - Oil outlet blocked - Fill up with oil. - Clean the oil tank cap. - Clear the oil outlet. Chain/guide rail hot - No oil in the tank - Oil tank cap breather blocked - Oil outlet blocked - Blunt chain - Fill up with oil. - Clean the oil tank cap. - Clear the oil outlet - Re-sharpen or replace the chain. Chainsaw judde- ring, vibrating or not sawing properly - Chain tension too loose - Blunt chain - Worn chain - Saw teeth pointing in the wrong direction - Adjust the chain tension. - Re-sharpen or replace the chain. - Replace the chain. - Reinstall the saw chain with the teeth facing in the correct direction. Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 27Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 27 18.09.14 15:3418.09.14 15:34GB

For EU countries only Never place any electric power tools in your household refuse. To comply with European Directive 2012/19/EC concerning old electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws, old electric power tools have to be separated from other waste and disposed of in an environment-friendly fashion, e.g. by taking to a recycling depot. 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 the equipment. 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 ac- cessories or aids without electrical components supplied with the old equipment. The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of the iSC GmbH. Subject to technical changes Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 28Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 28 18.09.14 15:3418.09.14 15:34GB

Service information We have competent service partners in all countries named on the guarantee certifi cate whose contact details can also be found on the guarantee certifi cate. These partners will help you with all service re- quests such as repairs, spare and wearing part orders or the purchase of consumables. Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consumables. Category Example Wear parts* Saw chain, cutter rail Consumables* Chainsaw oil Missing parts

• Not necessarily included in the scope of delivery! In the eff ect of defects or faults, please register the problem on the internet at www.isc-gmbh.info. Ple- ase ensure that you provide a precise description of the problem and answer the following questions in all cases:

Did the equipment work at all or was it defective from the beginning?

Did you notice anything (symptom or defect) prior to the failure?

Warranty certifi cate Dear Customer, All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card. You can also contact us by telephone using the service number shown. Please note the following terms under which guarantee claims can be made:

1. These guarantee conditions regulate additional guarantee services. Your statutory guarantee claims

are not aff ected by this guarantee. Our guarantee is free of charge to you.

2. Our guarantee only covers defects suff ered by the device which have been verifi ably caused by a

material or manufacturing fault and is limited to the rectifi cation of such defects or the replacement of the device at our discretion. Please note that our devices are not designed for use in commercial, trade or professional applica- tions. A guarantee contract will not be created if the device has been used by commercial, trade or industrial business or has been exposed to similar stresses during the guarantee period.

3. The following are not covered by our guarantee:

- Damage to the device caused by a failure to follow the assembly instructions or due to incorrect installation, a failure to follow the operating instructions (for example connecting it to an incorrect mains voltage or current type) or a failure to follow the maintenance and safety instructions or by ex- posing the device to abnormal environmental conditions or by lack of care and maintenance. - Damage to the device caused by abuse or incorrect use (for example overloading the device or the use or unapproved tools or accessories), ingress of foreign bodies into the device (such as sand, stones or dust, transport damage), the use of force or damage caused by external forces (for ex- ample by dropping it). - Damage to the device or parts of the device caused by normal or natural wear or tear or by normal use of the device.

4. The guarantee is valid for a period of 24 months starting from the purchase date of the device. Gu-

arantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts fi tted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fi tted. This also applies if an on-site service is used.

5. Please report the defective device on the following internet address to register your guarantee claim:

www.isc-gmbh.info. If the defect is covered by our guarantee, then the item in question will either be repaired immediately and returned to you or we will send you a new replacement device. Of course, we are also happy off er a chargeable repair service for any defects which are not covered by the scope of this guarantee or for units which are no longer covered. To take advantage of this service, please send the device to our service address. Also refer to the restrictions of this warranty concerning wear parts, consumables and missing parts as set out in the service information in these operating instructions. Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 30Anl_GC_EC_750_T_SPK7.indb 30 18.09.14 15:3418.09.14 15:34F

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