CSA 2020 - Saw AL-KO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CSA 2020 AL-KO

1 ABOUT THESE OPERATING

The German version is the original operating instructions. All additional language versions are translations of the original operating in- structions.

It is essential to carefully read through these operating instructions before start-up. This is essential for safe working and trouble-free handling.

Always safeguard these operating instruc- tions so that they can be consulted if you need any information about the appliance.

Only pass on the appliance to other persons together with these operating instructions.

Comply with the safety and warning informa- tion in these operating instructions.

1.1 Legends and signal words

DANGER! Denotes an imminently dangerous situa- tion which will result in fatal or serious in- jury if not avoided. WARNING! Denotes a potentially dangerous situation which can result in fatal or serious injury if not avoided. CAUTION! Denotes a potentially dangerous situation which can result in minor or moderate in- jury if not avoided. IMPORTANT! Denotes a situation which can result in material damage if not avoided. NOTE Special instructions for ease of under- standing and handling. 2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The polemounted pruner allows you to prune , trees and other shrubs conveniently and safely from the ground. This eliminates the time-con- suming and dangerous work on a ladder or a tree.

The polemounted pruner is intended to be oper- ated using the rechargeable battery B50 Li (art. no. 113559). This is not included in the scope of supply. IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance and battery If the appliance is operated with an un- suitable battery, both the device and the battery may be damaged.

Only operate the appliance with the specified rechargeable battery. For charging the rechargeable battery, the charging unit C30 Li (art. no.113560) or TC30 Li (art. no.113561) is required. NOTE You will find further information in the fol- lowing operating instructions:

2.2 Symbols on the appliance

Symbol Meaning Pay special attention when handling this product. Do not use in the rain! Protect against moisture! Wear a protective helmet, ear de- fenders and eye protection! Wear protective gloves! Wear sturdy shoes!GB 30 CSA 2020 Product description Symbol Meaning Read the operating instructions be- fore starting operation. Maintain a distance of 10m from live lines.

2.3 Safety and protective devices

Protective cover of the guide rail Before transport, the protective cover must be pushed onto the guide rail and saw chain to avoid injuries to persons and damage to objects.

The polemounted pruner is intended to prune es- tablished trees and other shrubs from the ground. The user must stand firmly on the ground (13). Only biodegradable saw chain oil must be used. Any use other than the designated use described here is deemed as non-designated. The polemounted pruner must not be used in the commercial sector.

2.5 Possible foreseeable misuse

Do not saw off any branches that are directly or at an acute angle above the user or other persons.

Do not operate the appliance standing on a ladder.

Only use one extension pipe, even if further extension pipes are available.

Do not use any used oil or mineral oil.

Do not use the appliance in a potentially ex- plosive atmosphere.

2.6 Residual dangers

Even during correct use of the appliance, there is always a certain residual risk that cannot be ex- cluded. Depending on the use, the following po- tential risks can be derived from the type and construction of the appliance:

Contact with wood chips and oil dust flying around

Inhalation of wood chip particles and oil dust

Injuries caused by saw chain parts flying around

Cutting injuries on the saw chain

No. Component 1 Protective cover of the guide rail 2 Telescopic pole 3 Fill opening of the oil tank 4 Saw chain 5 Chain bar 6 Fastening screw 7 Chain sprocket cover 8 Tree grip 9 Viewing aperture of the oil tank 10 Clamping screw 11 Chain tensioning screw 12 Battery 13 On/Off switch 14 Unlocking button 15 Handle 16 Eye for carry strap 17 Shoulder strap442216_a 31 Safety 3 SAFETY

3.1 General safety instructions for power

tools WARNING! Read all safety instructions, instruc- tions, illustrations and technical data that are provided with this power tool. Failure to comply with the following in- structions can lead to an electric shock, fire and/or series injuries.

Keep all safety instructions and other instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" used in the safety instruc- tions refers to mains-operated power tools (with mains line) and to battery-operated power tools (without mains line).

3.2 Electrical safety

Avoid physical contact with earthed sur- faces such as on pipes, heaters, cookers and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed.

Keep electrical tools out of the rain and away from moisture. Water getting into an electrical tool increases the risk of an electric shock.

Be alert, pay attention to what you are do- ing and take a cautious approach to work- ing with a power tool. Do not use a power tool if you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicines. A mo- ment's inattentiveness when using the power tool can result in serious injury.

Wear personal protective equipment, and always use safety goggles. The injury risk can be reduced by wearing personal protec- tive equipment such as a dust mask, non-slip shoes, a protective helmet or ear defenders, depending on the type and application of the power tool.

Avoid starting to operate the appliance in- advertently. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the power tool. Accidents can be caused by leaving your finger on the switch when you carry the power tool or when you connect it to the power supply.

Remove the adjusting tools or spanner before you switch on the power tool. A tool or spanner that is in a rotating part of the machine can cause injury.

Avoid an abnormal bodily posture. Make sure you can stand safely and keep your balance at all times. This will enable you to control the power tool better if something un- expected happens.

Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear baggy clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothes and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair can be snagged on moving parts.

3.4 Use and handling of the electrical tool

Do not overload the power tool. Use the appropriate power tool for the job you are doing. Using the appropriate power tool will enable you to work more effectively and safe- ly in the specified performance range.

Do not use a power tool if it has a defec- tive switch. A power tool that can no longer be switched on or off is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the socket and/ or remove the battery before you make adjustments to the appliance, replace parts or put the power tool away. This pre- cautionary measure will prevent the power tool from starting inadvertently.

Keep unused power tools out of the reach of children. Do not allow people to use the power tool if they are not familiar with it or have not read these instructions. Power tools are dangerous if they are used by inex- perienced people.

Look after power tools and the insertion tool with care. Check whether moving parts function perfectly and do not stick, whether there are any broken parts or parts that are damaged in such a way that the function of the power tool is impaired. Have damaged parts repaired before us- ing the power tool. Many accidents are caused by failure to maintain power tools properly.

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Care- fully maintained cutting tools with sharper cutting edges are less likely to stick and are easier to control.GB 32 CSA 2020 Safety

Use power tools, accessories, insertion tools, etc. according to these instructions. When doing so, take account of the work- ing conditions and the activity to be un- dertaken. Using power tools for applications other than the intended purpose can result in dangerous situations.

Keep the grips and grip surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slip- pery grips and grip surfaces prevent safe op- eration and control of the power tool in un- foreseen situations.

3.5 Safety in the workplace

Keep your working area clean, and make sure it is well illuminated. Untidiness or dimly lit working areas can lead to accidents.

Do not work with the power tool in a po- tentially explosive atmosphere with the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools give rise to sparks that can ignite the dust or vapours.

Keep children and other people away from the power tool when using it. If you are dis- tracted, you may lose control of the power tool.

3.6 Use and handling of the rechargeable

battery-operated tool

Only recharge batteries with chargers that are recommended by the manufacturer. Using a charger intended for one particular type of rechargeable battery with a different type of rechargeable battery represents a fire risk.

Only use batteries in the power tools that are intended for this purpose. Using other batteries can lead to injuries and represents the risk of fire.

Keep the unused rechargeable battery away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that could short-circuit the contacts. A short circuit between the rechargeable battery con- tacts can result in burns or fire.

Incorrect use can result in fluid leaking out of the rechargeable battery. Avoid coming into contact with it. In case of in- advertent contact, rinse off with water. If the fluid gets into your eyes, additionally seek medical assistance. Leaking re- chargeable battery fluid can lead to skin irrita- tions or burns.

Do not use a damaged or changed re- chargeable battery. Damaged or changed batteries can behave unpredictably and lead to fire, explosion or a risk of injury.

Do not expose a rechargeable battery to fire or high temperatures. Fire or tempera- tures over 130°C can cause an explosion.

Comply with all of the instructions for charging, and never charge the recharge- able battery or the rechargeable battery- operated tool outside of the temperature range specified in the operating instruc- tions. Incorrect charging or charging outside of the permissible temperature range can de- stroy the rechargeable battery and increase the risk of fire.

For your own safety, only have your pow- er tool repaired by qualified specialist per- sonnel using genuine spare parts. This en- sures that the power tool remains safe.

Never maintain damaged batteries. All re- chargeable battery maintenance should only ever be undertaken by the manufacturer or authorised customer service points.

3.8 Safety information for chain saws (EN

Keep all parts of your body away from the saw chain when the saw is running. Be- fore starting the saw, make sure that noth- ing is touching the saw chain. When work- ing with a chain saw, one moment of inatten- tion can mean your clothing or parts of your body coming into contact with the saw chain.

Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear grip and your left hand on the front grip. Holding the chain saw with your hands the other way around increases the risk of injury and is not allowed.

Hold the electrical tool using the insulated handle surfaces because the saw chain could come into contact with its own mains cable. Contact between the saw chain and a live cable can result in electrical cur- rent flowing through metal parts of the ma- chine, leading to electric shock.

Wear protective goggles and ear defend- ers. Further protective equipment is rec- ommended for the head, hands, legs and feet. Appropriate protective clothing reduces the risk of injury due to flying chips and inad- vertent contact with the saw chain.442216_a 33 Safety

Do not work with the chain saw in a tree. Risk of injury when operating in a tree.

Always make sure you are standing firmly and only use the chain saw if you are standing on firm, secure and level ground. Slippery ground or unstable standing surfac- es such as on a ladder can lead to a loss of equilibrium or loss of control over the chain saw.

When cutting a branch that is under ten- sion, expect it to spring back. When the tension in the wood fibres is released, the branch under tension can hit the operator and/or cause a loss of control over the chain saw.

Take particular care when cutting under- growth and young trees. The thin material can get caught in the saw chain and hit you or cause you to lose your balance.

Carry the chain saw at the front grip when it is switched off, and have the saw chain pointing away from your body. Always put on the protective cover when transporting or storing the chain saw. Careful handling of the chain saw reduces the probability of in- advertent contact with the running saw chain.

Follow the instructions for lubrication, chain tensioning and changing accesso- ries. An incorrectly tensioned or lubricated chain can either tear or increase the risk of kickback.

Keep the grips dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily grips are slippery and result in loss of control.

Only saw wood. Do not use the chain saw for work for which it is not intended. Ex- ample: Do not use the chain saw for saw- ing plastic, masonry or construction ma- terials that are not made of wood. Using the chain saw for non-designated work can lead to dangerous situations.

3.9 Causes and prevention of kickback (EN

60745 Part 2-13) Kickback can occur if the tip of the chain bar touches an object or if the wood bends and traps the saw chain during cutting. In many cases, contact with the tip of the bar can lead to an unexpected, rearward reaction causing the chain bar to be knocked upwards and to- wards the operator. If the saw chain is trapped on the top edge of the chain bar, the bar can be forced rapidly back to- wards the operator. Each of these reactions can result in you losing control of the saw, with the possibility of severe injury. Do not rely entirely on the safety devices installed on the chain saw. As user of a chain saw, you should take various measures to be able to work without accident and injury. Kickback is the consequence of incorrect or faulty use of the electric tool. It can also be prevented by taking suitable precautions as described be- low:

Hold the saw firmly with both hands, with your thumb and fingers around the grips of the chain saw. Hold your body and arms in a position that allows you to with- stand the kickback forces. If suitable mea- sures are taken, the operator will be able to control the kickback forces. Never release the chain saw.

Avoid any abnormal posture, and do not saw anything above shoulder height. This will avoid inadvertent contact with the tip of the bar, and allow better control of the chain saw in unexpected situations.

Always use replacement bars and saw chains prescribed by the manufacturer. In- correct replacement bars and saw chains can lead to the chain breaking and/or to kickback.

Comply with the instructions of the manu- facturer for sharpening and maintaining the saw chain. Depth limiters set too low in- crease the tendency to kickback.

3.10 Safety instructions for the polemounted

During pruning, lift the polemounted pruner (13/1) to a maximum angle of 60° (13/2). At a steeper angle, you inevitably get into the area where cut-off branches can fall. Always stand outside this area.

Plan an escape route in advance for getting out of the way of falling branches. This es- cape route must be free of obstacles such as sawn-off branches or slippery places that could hinder getting out of the way.

Keep a safe distance from bystanders, ani- mals, objects or buildings, which is at least approx. 2.5x the length of the branch to be sawn off. If that is not possible, saw the branch off piece by piece.GB 34 CSA 2020 Safety

Do not attempt to saw a branch that has a di- ameter greater than the length of the chain bar.

Avoid moving branches or objects becoming caught in the saw chain. In this case, immedi- ately switch off the polemounted pruner.

Remove the rechargeable battery from the basic appliance and push the protective cov- er over the saw chain for:

Testing, adjustment work and cleaning work

Work on the guide rail and saw chain

Leaving the appliance

Maintenance and repair work

Maintain a minimum distance of 10 m to overhead electrical lines.

3.10.2 Vibration load

WARNING! Danger due to vibration The actual magnitude of the vibration emissions during the use of the appliance may deviate from that stated by the man- ufacturer. Observe the following influenc- ing factors before or during use:

Is the appliance being used as in- tended?

Is the material being cut or pro- cessed in the proper manner?

Is the appliance in a proper condition of use?

Is the cutting tool properly sharpened or is the correct cutting tool installed?

Are the handle grips and any optional vibration grips mounted, and are they firmly attached to the appliance?

Only operate the appliance at the motor speed required for the respective work. Avoid using the maximum speed in order to reduce noise and vibrations.

The noise and vibrations of the appliance can increase due to improper use and mainte- nance. This leads to damage of the health. In this case, immediately switch off the appli- ance and have it repaired by an authorised service workshop.

The degree of stress due to vibration de- pends on the work to be performed or on the use that the appliance is put to. Estimate the stress and plan appropriate work breaks. This considerably reduces stress due to vi- bration over the entire working time.

Extensive use of the appliance exposes the operator to vibrations, which can lead to cir- culatory issues ("white fingers"). To avoid this risk, wear gloves and keep your hands warm. If any symptoms of "white fingers" occur, im- mediately consult a physician. These symp- toms include: Numbness, loss of feeling, tin- gling, itching, pain, reduced muscular strength, changes in the colour or condition of the skin. Normally these conditions affect the fingers, hands or pulse. The risk increas- es at low temperatures.

Take long breaks during your working day so you can recover from the noise and the vibra- tions. Plan your work in such a way that the use of appliances that generate strong vibra- tions is spread over several days.

If you notice an unpleasant sensation or disc- olouration of the skin on your hands when us- ing the appliance, stop work immediately. Take sufficient work breaks. Without suffi- cient breaks, a hand/arm vibration syndrome can occur.

Minimise your risk of being exposed to vibra- tions. Maintain the appliance according to the instructions in the operating instructions.

If the appliance is used frequently, contact your dealer to purchase anti-vibration acces- sories (e.g. handles).

Avoid working with the appliance at tempera- tures below 10°C. Define how the vibration load can be limited in a work plan.

3.10.3 Noise pollution

A certain level of noise exposure from this appli- ance is inevitable. Carry out noisy work at ap- proved and specified time periods. Observe rest periods as necessary and restrict the duration of the work to a minimum. For your personal protec- tion and protection of persons in the vicinity, ap- propriate hearing protection must be worn.

3.10.4 Safety information regarding the

rechargeable battery This section mentions all the basic safety and warning information to be heeded when using the rechargeable battery. Read these instructions.442216_a 35 Safety

Only use the rechargeable battery as desig- nated, i.e. for AL-KO rechargeable battery- driven appliances. Only charge the recharge- able battery with the AL-KO charging unit provided.

Only unpack the new rechargeable battery from the original packaging when it is to be used.

Fully charge the rechargeable battery before using it for the first time and always use the specified charger. Comply with the details given in these instructions for use for charging the rechargeable battery.

Do not use the rechargeable battery in envi- ronments where there is a potential risk of explosion and/or fire.

Do not expose the rechargeable battery to moisture and humidity when in use with the appliance.

Protect the rechargeable battery from heat, oil and fire to prevent it being damaged so no vapours and electrolyte liquids can escape.

Do not subject the rechargeable battery to impacts or throw it.

Do not use the rechargeable battery when soiled or wet. Before use, clean and dry the rechargeable battery with a dry, clean cloth.

Do not open, dismantle or crush the re- chargeable battery. There is a danger of electric shock and short-circuit.

This rechargeable battery must not be used by unauthorised persons unless they are su- pervised by a person responsible for their safety or have been instructed on how to use the rechargeable battery. Unauthorised per- sons include, for example:

Persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory or mental aptitude

Persons who have no experience and/or knowledge of the rechargeable battery.

Children must be supervised and instructed so they do not play with the rechargeable battery.

Do not leave the rechargeable battery perma- nently in the charger. For prolonged storage, remove the rechargeable battery from the charger.

When not in use, remove the rechargeable batteries from the operated appliances.

Dry the unused rechargeable battery and store in a closed place. Protect from heat and direct sunlight. Unauthorised persons and children must not have access to the re- chargeable battery.

3.10.5 Safety information regarding the

charging unit This section mentions all the basic safety and warning information to be heeded when using the charger. Read these instructions.

Only use the appliance as designated, i.e. for charging the intended rechargeable batteries. Only charge original rechargeable batteries from AL-KO in the charging unit.

Before each use, inspect the entire appliance – and especially the mains cable and the re- chargeable battery compartment – for dam- age. Only use the appliance when it is in a proper working order.

Do not use the appliance in environments where there is a potential risk of explosion and/or fire.

Only operate the appliance indoors and do not expose it to moisture and humidity.

Always place the charging unit on a well ven- tilated and non-inflammable surface because it heats up during the charging process. Keep the ventilation slots clear and do not cover the appliance.

Before connecting the charging unit, make sure that the mains voltage matches the volt- age stated in the "Technical data".

Only use the mains cable for connecting the charging unit, not for other purposes. Do not carry the charging unit by the mains cable and do not remove the power plug from the power outlet by pulling on the mains cable.

Protect the mains cable from heat, oil and sharp edges to prevent it being damaged.

Do not use the charging unit and recharge- able battery when soiled or wet. Before using the appliance, clean and dry the recharge- able battery.

Do not open the charging unit or recharge- able battery. There is a danger of electric shock and short-circuit.

For your own safety, have your appliance re- paired by qualified specialist personnel only using original spare parts.GB 36 CSA 2020 Installation

This appliance must not be used by unautho- rised persons unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or have been instructed on how to use the appliance. Unauthorised persons include, for example:

Persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory or mental aptitude

Persons who have no experience and/or knowledge of the appliance.

Children must be supervised and instructed so they do not play with the appliance.

Dry unused appliances and store in a closed place. Unauthorised persons and children must not have access to the appliance. 4 INSTALLATION WARNING! Danger of serious injury If an incompletely mounted polemounted pruner is used, serious injury can be caused.

Only use the polemounted pruner when it has been fully mounted.

Before each use, perform a visual in- spection in order to check that the polemounted pruner is complete and does not contain damaged, worn or loose components. Safety and pro- tective devices must be intact. CAUTION! Danger of laceration injuries. The sharp edges of the saw chain can cause laceration injuries when assem- bling.

Before installation, remove the re- chargeable battery.

Wear safety gloves when installing the saw chain and the guide rail.

1. Put the coupling (01/2) onto the telescopic

pole (01/3) and push the coupling into the polemounted pruner head (01/1) as far as it will go (01/a).

2. Screw (02/a) the coupling (02/1) as far as it

will go in the direction of the polemounted pruner head (02/2).

4.2 Extending/shortening the telescopic

pole (03) The telescopic pole (03/1) is infinitely adjustable. This means the length can be adjusted as re- quired for the work.

1. Unscrew (03/a) the clamping screw (03/2)

until the clamp is released.

2. Move the telescopic pole until the desired

length is set (03/b)

3. Screw the clamping screw tight.

4.3 Installing the guide rail and saw chain

(04 – 08) CAUTION! Risk of injury on the saw chain The cutting edges of the saw chain are very sharp so that cutting injuries can oc- cur when handling the saw chain. Before all work with the saw chain, heed the fol- lowing:

Switch off the appliance and remove the rechargeable battery.

Wear protective footwear.

1. Loosen (04/a) the fastening screw (04/1) of

the chain sprocket cover (04/2). Remove the fastening screw and chain sprocket cover.

2. Use the screwdriver on the Allen key to loos-

en the chain tensioning screw (05/1). Turn the chain tensioning screw until the chain tensioning pin (05/2) is at the rear thread end (05/a).

3. Insert the saw chain:

Align (06/a) the cutting teeth (06/1) of the saw chain (06/2) that are to lie at the top of the guide rail to the tip of the guide rail (06/3). Note:Make sure that the chain is cor- rectly mounted!

Place the saw chain in the groove (06/4) of the guide rail and guide completely around the guide rail.

4. Lay the guide rail together with the saw chain

laid on it in the open housing:

Lay the saw chain (07/1) around the drive sprocket (07/2).

Align the guide rail (07/3) in such a way that the two guide pins (07/4) grip in the slotted hole (07/5) of the guide rail.442216_a 37 Installation

Align the guide rail so that the chain ten- sioning pin (07/6) grips in one of the two chain tensioning holes (07/7).

Align the saw chain so that it is in contact in the groove of the guide rail and on the drive sprocket.

5. Put on the chain sprocket cover (08/1) and

insert the fastening screw (08/2) and tighten (08/a).

6. Tension the saw chain (see chapter 4.4 "Ten-

sioning and slackening the saw chain(09)", page37).

4.4 Tensioning and slackening the saw

1. Tension the saw chain; use the screwdriver

Tensioning the saw chain: Turn the chain tensioning screw (09/1) clockwise (09/a).

Slackening the saw chain: Turn the chain tensioning screw anti-clockwise (09/b).

4.5 Filling saw chain oil (10)

There is no appliance saw chain oil in the ap- pliance upon delivery. IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance Use of the appliance without saw chain oil leads to damage of the saw chain and the guide rail.

Never operate the appliance without saw chain oil.

Before starting work, fill the saw chain oil in the oil tank and check the oil level during the work.

At least before starting work each time, check that the chain lubrication is working. The service life and cutting performance of the saw chain depend on optimum lubrication. The saw chain has oil applied to it automatically during operation. IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance Due to the metallic abrasion it contains, the use of used oil for lubricating the chain would lead to premature wear of the guide rail and saw chain. Also, the warranty of the manufacturer will become void.

Never use used oil, only biologically degradable saw chain oil. IMPORTANT! Danger of environmental damage The use of mineral oil for the chain lubri- cation leads to serious environmental damage.

Never use mineral oil, but only bio- logically degradable saw chain oil. Each time before starting work or changing the rechargeable battery, check the oil level and re- plenish the saw chain oil if necessary:

1. Check the oil level in the viewing aperture

(10/1) of the oil tank. It must always be possi- ble to see oil. The minimum and the maxi- mum oil level must not be exceeded.

2. Place and hold the polemounted pruner hori-

zontal on a firm surface.

3. Clean the appliance around the oil tank cap

4. Unscrew the oil tank cap.

Do not allow any dirt to get into the oil tank.

5. Fill the oil tank with biologically degradable

saw chain oil. While doing so, check the oil level in the viewing aperture of the oil tank. Do not allow it to overrun.

6. Screw down the oil tank cap again.

4.6 Attaching the carrying belt to the

appliance(19) The supplied carrying belt transfers the load onto your upper body.

1. Hang the carrying belt (19/2) over your shoul-

2. Hook the snap hook of the carrying belt into

the eye (19/1) on the appliance.GB 38 CSA 2020 Start-up

3. Adjust the length of the carrying belt by mov-

ing the buckle on the carrying belt so that the appliance is comfortable to carry.

4. Carry out a number of work movements with

the appliance switched off to test the length of the carrying belt. Adjust the length of the carrying belt if necessary. 5 START-UP

5.1 Charging the rechargeable battery

The rechargeable battery is partially charged. Fully charge the rechargeable battery before us- ing it for the first time. The rechargeable battery can be charged in any charge status. Interrupting charging does not damage the rechargeable bat- tery. NOTE For detailed information, heed the sepa- rate operating instructions for the re- chargeable battery and for the charging unit.

5.2 Inserting and pulling out the

rechargeable battery (11) Inserting the rechargeable battery (11/a)

1. Push the rechargeable battery (11/1) into the

rechargeable battery slot (11/2) until it engag- es. Pulling out the rechargeable battery (11/b)

1. Press and hold the unlock button (11/3) on

the rechargeable battery (11/1).

2. Pull out the rechargeable battery.

6 OPERATION CAUTION! Danger of burns The gearbox housing becomes hot during operation.

Do not touch the gearbox housing.

6.1 Switching the appliance on and off (12)

Switching on the appliance

1. Bring the appliance in the working position.

2. Press and hold (12/a) the unlocking button

(12/1) on the basic appliance.

3. Press and hold the on/off switch (12/2).

4. Release the unlocking button. It is not neces-

sary to keep the unlocking button pressed once the appliance has started. The unlock- ing knob is intended to prevent inadvertent starting of the appliance. Switching off the appliance

1. Release the On/Off switch (12/2).

7 WORKING BEHAVIOUR AND

WORKING TECHNIQUE (14–18) WARNING! Increased risk of falling There is a greater risk of falling if work is carried out from an elevated position (e.g. ladder).

always work with the appliance from the ground and make sure that you are standing securely.

Heed the safety instructions.

Where possible, stand so that the cut can be carried out at an angle of 90° to the branch (14/a).

Saw off thick branches in sections in order to have better control over the point of impact (15/1).

Never saw in the flaring at the beginning of the branch in order to improve the healing of the wound and to avoid rot (16).

Press (17/a) the polemounted pruner against the branch (17/2) with the tree grip (17/1) when sawing to stabilise it on the branch.

Before the branch is sawn off (18/b), make a relief cut (18/a) on the underside of the branch. This can avoid the bark tearing off and causing difficult-to-heal damage to the tree. The relief cut should not be deeper than 1/3 of the branch thickness to avoid any trap- ping of the polemounted pruner.

Always pull the polemounted pruner with ro- tating saw chain out of the branch so that it does not become trapped.442216_a 39 Maintenance and care

8 MAINTENANCE AND CARE

WARNING! Danger of cutting injuries Danger of cutting injuries when reaching into sharp-edged, moving appliance parts and into cutting tools.

Before maintenance, care and clean- ing work, always switch off the appli- ance. Remove the rechargeable bat- tery.

Always wear protective gloves during maintenance, care and cleaning work.

8.1 Checking the chain tension

CAUTION! Risk of injury on the saw chain The cutting edges of the saw chain are very sharp so that cutting injuries can oc- cur when handling the saw chain. Before all work with the saw chain, heed the fol- lowing:

Switch off the appliance and remove the rechargeable battery.

Wear protective footwear. Frequently check the chain tension, because new saw chains stretch.

1. Pull through the saw chain a little by hand

and, while doing so, check:

When cold: The saw chain has been ten- sioned correctly when it can be lifted by approx. 3 – 4 mm in the middle of the guide rail and can be pulled though easily by hand. At operating temperature, the saw chain stretches and hangs down.

The drive links of the saw chain are not allowed to come out of the groove on the underside of the guide rail – otherwise the saw chain could jump off.

2. Re-tension the saw chain if necessary (see

chapter 4.4 "Tensioning and slackening the

Check the function of the automatic chain lubrica- tion by switching on the polemounted pruner and pointing its tip towards a piece of cardboard or paper placed on the ground. IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance Ground contact invariably leads to blunt- ing of the saw chain.

Do not make contact with the ground with the chain and maintain a safety distance of 20cm.

1. Switch on the appliance.

2. Hold the tip of the guide rail in the direction of

a cardboard box or paper on the ground.

If the check produces a growing trace of oil, this indicates the automatic oiling function is operating correctly.

If there is no trace of oil even though the oil tank is full: Clean the oil entry hole in the appliance and the groove of the guide rail (Cleaning the guide rail). If this is not successful, please contact our cus- tomer service.

8.3 Saw chain and guide rail

8.3.1 Replacing the saw chain and guide rail

Replacing the saw chain and guide rail The saw chain and guide rail are exposed to sig- nificant wear. Change the saw chain and guide rail immediately if correct function is not assured.

8.3.2 Turning the guide rail

In order to avoid one-sided wear on the guide rail, turn it every time the chain is changed.

8.3.3 Sharpening the saw chain

CAUTION! Risk of injury due to kickback Damaged or incorrectly sharpened saw chains increase the danger of kickback! This can result in injuries.

Clean the saw chain regularly.

Check the saw chain regularly for damage and replace if necessary.

If you are not familiar with sharpening the chain: Contact our relevant cus- tomer service. The saw chain must be sharpened in the follow- ing cases:

Only sawdust is thrown out, rather than wood chips.

The polemounted pruner must has to be forced through the wood during pruning.GB 40 CSA 2020 Storage For the inexperienced user: Have the saw chain sharpened by a specialist/customer service. If you are sharpening the saw chain yourself, heed the following values. Accessories can be ob- tained from specialist retailers. Chain type File diameter Top plate an- gle Down angle Head tilt angle (55°) Depth gauge set- ting Rotational an- gle of the tool Inclination an- gle of the tool Side plate angle Oregon 91P033X 5/32" 30° 0° 80° 0.025" Depth gauge setting File NOTE Only remove a little material when sharp- ening! We recommend using a chain sharpen- ing tool for sharpening your saw chain.

8.3.4 Cleaning the guide rail

1. Clean the guide rail, the groove of the guide

rail and the oil outlet openings regularly.

2. Use a flat file to remove the burrs that have

built up on the guide rail due to the saw chain. 9 STORAGE Thoroughly clean the appliance after each use and – if present – attach all covers. Store the ap- pliance in a dry, lockable place out of the reach of children. Carry out the following jobs before intervals in work lasting for longer than 30 days:

1. Empty the oil tank for the saw chain oil.

2. Remove the saw chain and guide rail, clean it

and spray it with rust-proofing oil.

3. Thoroughly clean the appliance and store it in

a dry place. IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the appliance Dried-on/sticky saw chain oil can lead to damage to oil-channelling components after lengthy storage.

Remove the saw chain oil from the appliance before an extended period of storage. 10 TRANSPORT Before transporting, carry out the following mea- sures:

1. Switch off the appliance.

2. Remove the rechargeable battery from the

Disposal NOTE The nominal energy of the rechargeable battery is less than 100Wh. Therefore, heed the following transport instructions. The li-ion rechargeable battery contained in the appliance is subject to the hazardous goods law, but can be transported under simplified condi- tions:

The undamaged rechargeable battery can be transported on public roads by the private us- er without further conditions provided it is packaged for retail sale and the transport serves personal purposes. The weight limits for batteries sent separately must be ob- served:

Max. 30 kg total weight per package when transported by road, rail and water

No upper limit for air transport but max. 2 pieces per package

If damage to the battery (e.g. due to the ap- pliance falling) is suspected, transport is not permissible.

Commercial users who carry out the trans- port in connection with their main activity (e.g. delivery from and to building sites, or demonstrations) can also take advantage of this simplification. In both cases, it is essential to take the mandato- ry precautions mentioned above to prevent any leakage of the contents. In other cases, it is es- sential to comply with the regulations of the haz- ardous goods law. In the case of non-compli- ance, severe penalties can be imposed on the sender and possibly the transporter. Additional notes on transport and shipment

Only transport or ship lithium-ion recharge- able batteries in an undamaged state.

Secure the appliance in such a way as to prevent it from starting to operate inadver- tently during transport.

Secure the appliance with strong outer pack- aging (cardboard shipment box). Use the manufacturer's original packaging if possible.

Ensure correct identification and documenta- tion of the consignment during transport or dispatch (e.g. by parcel or forwarding):

When transporting by road, rail and wa- ter, a warning sticker must be applied to the packaging when the battery/batteries accompany the appliance. No warning sticker is necessary if the battery/batter- ies are installed or fitted into the appli- ance, since the outer packaging/original packaging must already comply with spe- cific regulations.

A warning sticker must always be placed on the packaging when transporting by air. The maximum weight limits for batter- ies sent together with the appliance must be observed: max. 5 kg battery weight per package and max. 2 pieces per pack- age, if the battery/batteries are accompa- nying the appliance.

Please find out in advance whether transport is possible with the selected service provider, and show your shipment. We recommend involving a hazardous goods specialist in the preparation of the shipment. Please heed any other national regulations. 11 DISPOSAL Information on the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElectroG)

Electrical and electronic appliances do not belong in household waste, but should be collected and disposed of separately.

Used batteries or rechargeable batter- ies that are not installed permanently in the old appliance must be removed be- fore disposal. Their disposal is regulat- ed by the battery law.

Owners or users of electrical and elec- tronic appliances are obliged by law to return them after use.

The end user bears personal responsi- bility for deleting his personal data from the old appliance to be disposed of. The symbol of the crossed-through rubbish bin means that electrical and electronic appliances may not be disposed of in the household rubbish. Electrical and electronic appliances can be hand- ed in at no charge at the following places:

Public service disposal or collection points (e.g. municipal building yards)

Points of sale of electrical appliances (sta- tionary and online) provided traders are obliged to take them back or offer this volun- tarily. These statements only apply to appliances that are installed and sold in the countries of the Eu- ropean Union and are subject to European Direc-GB 42 CSA 2020 After-Sales / Service tive 2012/19/EU. Different provisions may apply to the disposal of electrical and electronic appli- ances in countries outside the European Union. Information on German Battery Act (BattG)

Used batteries and rechargeable bat- teries do not belong in household waste, but should be collected and dis- posed of separately.

For safe removal of batteries or re- chargeable batteries from the electrical appliance and for information on their type or chemical system, follow the fur- ther information within the operating or installation instructions.

Owners or users of batteries and re- chargeable batteries are obliged by law to return them after use. The return is limited to the handover of customary household quantities. Used batteries can contain harmful substances or heavy metals that can cause damage to the envi- ronment and human health. Reuse of the used batteries and use of the resources contained therein contributes to the protection of these two essential commodities. The symbol of the crossed-through rubbish bin means that batteries and rechargeable batteries may not be disposed of in household rubbish. In addition, if the symbol Hg, Cd or Pb appears under the rubbish bin, this stands for the follow- ing:

Hg: Battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury

Cd: Battery contains more than 0.002% cad- mium

Pb: Battery contains more than 0.004% lead Rechargeable batteries and batteries can be handed in at the following places at no charge:

Public service disposal or collection points (e.g. municipal building yards)

Points of sale of batteries and rechargeable batteries

Disposal points of the common take-back system for the used batteries of appliances

Disposal point of the manufacturer (if not a member of the common take-back system) These statements apply only to rechargeable bat- teries and batteries that are sold in the countries of the European Union and that are subject to European Directive 2006/66/EU. Different provi- sions can apply to the disposal of rechargeable batteries and batteries in countries outside the European Union. 12 AFTER-SALES / SERVICE In the event of questions of warranty, repair or spare parts, please contact your nearest AL- KOService Centre. These can be found on the Internet at: www.al-ko.com/service-contacts

13 HELP IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION

CAUTION! Risk of injury Sharp-edged and moving appliance parts can lead to injury.

Always wear protective gloves during maintenance, care and cleaning work. Malfunction Cause Remedy Engine does not run. Recharge- able battery is flat. Charge the re- chargeable bat- tery. Recharge- able battery missing or recharge- able battery not seated correctly. Insert the re- chargeable bat- tery correctly. Power sup- ply is inter- rupted.

Remove the bat- tery.

Clean the plug con- tacts.

Insert the re- charge- able battery again. Motor keeps cutting out The On/Off switch is de- fective. Contact an AL- KO service cen- tre.442216_a 43 Help in case of malfunction Malfunction Cause Remedy The guide rail and saw chain become hot when run- ning. Genera- tion of smoke. The saw chain is ten- sioned too tightly. Check the chain tension. Re-ten- sion the saw chain. Oil tank is empty. Replenish the saw chain oil. The oil entry hole and/or groove of the guide rail are dirty. Clean the oil en- try hole and groove of the guide rail. Motor run- ning, but the saw chain does not move. The saw chain is ten- sioned too tightly. Check the chain tension. Re-ten- sion the saw chain. Appliance faults Contact an AL- KO service cen- tre. Only sawdust is thrown out, rather than wood chips. The pole- mounted pruner must be forced through the wood. The saw chain is blunt. Sharpen the saw chain or contact an AL- KO service cen- tre. Appliance vi- brates unusu- ally. Appliance faults Contact an AL- KO service cen- tre. Rechargeable battery oper- ating time is significantly shorter. The service life of the re- chargeable battery has expired. Replace the re- chargeable bat- tery. Only use genuine acces- sories from the manufacturer. Malfunction Cause Remedy Rechargeable battery can- not be charged. Recharge- able battery contacts are dirty. Contact an AL- KO service cen- tre. Recharge- able battery or charging unit is defec- tive. Replace the re- chargeable bat- tery or charging unit. Only use genuine acces- sories from the manufacturer. Recharge- able battery is too hot. Allow the battery to cool down. NOTE If you encounter any malfunctions that are not listed in this table or that you can- not rectify yourself, please contact our customer service.GB 44 CSA 2020 Guarantee 14 GUARANTEE We will resolve any material or manufacturing faults on the appliance during the legal warranty period for claims relating to faults, in accordance with our choice either to repair or replace. The legal warranty period is determined by the legislation of the country in which the appliance was purchased. Our warranty promise applies only if:

These operating instructions are heeded

The appliance is handled correctly

Original spare parts have been used The warranty becomes void in the case of:

Unauthorised repair attempts

Unauthorised technical modifications

Non-intended use The guarantee excludes:

Paint damage that can be attributed to normal wear and tear

Wear parts that are marked with a frame xxxxxx (x) on the spare parts card The guarantee period commences with purchase by the first end user. The date on the proof of pur- chase is decisive. In the event of a guarantee claim, please take this guarantee declaration and the original proof of purchase, and contact your dealer or the nearest authorised customer service centre. This statement does not affect the purchaser's statutory claims for defects against the vendor.

15 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We hereby declare that this product in its marketed form conforms to the requirements of the harmon- ised EU Directives, EU safety standards and the product-specific standards. Product Cordless polemounted prun-