Gardena EN60745-2-13, EN61000-3-2, EN55014-1, EN50366 manual Safety Equipment Description, Cables

Electrical safety

1.It is recommended that you use a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA. Even with a R.C.D. installed 100% safety cannot be guaranteed and safe working practice must be followed at all times. Check your R.C.D. every time you use it.

2.Before use, examine cable for damage, replace it if there are signs of damage or ageing.

3.Do not use the product if the electric cables are damaged or worn.

4.Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged. Do not touch the electric cable until the electrical supply has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or damaged cable. Take the product to an Authorised Service Centre and have the cable replaced.

5.Always make sure that the cable/ extension cord is kept behind the user, ensuring that it does not create a source of danger for the user or for other persons, and check that it cannot be damaged (by heat, sharp objects, sharp edges, oil, etc);

6.Position the cable so that it will not be caught on branches and the like, during cutting.

7.Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any plug, cable connector or extension cable.

8.Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine electric supply cable for damage or ageing before winding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged cable. Take the product to an Authorised Service Centre and have the cable replaced.

9.Remove the plug from the mains before leaving the product unattended for any period.

10.Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.

11.Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the product rating label.

12.The chainsaw is double insulated to EN60745-1 & 2-13.

Cables

1.Mains cables and extensions are available from your local Approved service centre

2.Only use approved extension cables

3.Extension cables and leads should only be used if they are designed for outdoor use and comply with H07 RN-F or IEC 60245 designation 66.

Use only 1.0mm2 size cable up to 40m in length maximum

C. SAFETY EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

SWITCH BLOCK

Your machine is equipped with a device (fig.1A) that when deactivated, stops the switch from being pressed thus preventing accidental start-up.

CHAIN BRAKE ACTION ON SWITCH RELEASE

Your machine is equipped with a device that blocks the chain immediately as soon as the switch is released; If this device should not work at any time, the machine must NOT be used and must be taken to an Authorised Service Centre.

FRONT HAND GUARD / CHAIN BRAKE LEVER

The front hand guard (fig.1B) is designed to prevent your left hand from coming into contact with the chain (on condition that the machine is held correctly according to instructions). The front hand guard also acts as a chain brake, including a device that stops the chain in less than 0.15 of a second in the case of kickback. The chain brake is released when the front hand guard is pulled backwards and clicked in position (fig.2). The chain brake is activated when the front hand guard is pushed forward and the chain is stopped (fig.3). The chain brake can be activated using the left wrist by pushing forwards, or when the wrist comes into contact with the front hand guard as a result of kickback.

When the machine is used with the bar in horizontal position, for example during tree felling, the chain brake offers less protection.(fig.4).

N.B.: When the chain brake is activated, a safety switch cuts off all current to the motor.

Releasing the chain brake whilst the switch is held will start the product.

CHAIN CATCHER

This machine is equipped with a chain catcher (fig.5) located under the sprocket. This mechanism is designed to stop the backward chain movement in the case of chain breaking or derailing. These situations can be avoided by ensuring correct chain tension (Refer to chapter “D. Assembly/disassembly”).

REAR HAND GUARD

This acts to protect (fig.6) the hand in the case of chain breaking or derailing.

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