The battery (10) will be fully charged in approximately 8 hours. It can be removed at any time or left in the connected charger indefinitely.

1 hour charger (fig. C)

To charge the battery (10), remove it from the tool and insert it into the charger (23). The battery (10) will only fit into the charger (23) in one way. Do not force. Be sure that the battery (10) is fully seated in the charger (23).

Plug in the charger (23).

Check that the red charging indicator comes on. If the green ‘end of charge’ indicator comes on then the battery is too hot and cannot be charged. If this happens, remove the battery (10) from the charger (23), let the battery cool down for approximately 1 hour and re-insert it.

After approximately 1 hour of charging, the red charging indicator will go off and the green ‘end of charge’ indicator will come on. The battery is now fully charged.

Remove the battery (10) from the charger (23).

Installing and removing the saw chain (fig. D - F & H)

Always wear protective gloves when installing or removing the saw chain (8). The saw chain (8) is sharp and can cut you when it is not running.

Place the tool on a firm and stable surface.

Loosen the 2 Allen screws (14) using the Allen key (21) provided. Remove the Allen screws (14).

Remove the chain cover assembly (6).

Turn the chain tension adjustment screw (7) counter clockwise to allow the guide bar (9) to recede and to reduce the tension on the saw chain (8).

Remove the old saw chain (8) from the sprocket (15) and the guide bar (9).

Place the new saw chain (8) in the groove of the guide bar (9) and around the sprocket (15). Make sure that the teeth are facing the correct direction by matching the arrow on the saw chain (8) with the arrow on the chain cover assembly (6).

Make sure that the slot (17) in the guide bar (9) is over the location pins (18) and that the hole (20) below the slot is located over the adjustment pin (19).

Fit the chain cover assembly (6) and the 2 Allen screws (14).

Tighten the Allen screws (14) using the Allen key (21) provided.

Adjust the chain tension as described below.

Checking and adjusting the chain tension (fig. D and G)

Check the saw chain tension. The tension is correct when the saw chain (8) snaps back after being pulled

away 3 mm from the guide bar (9) with light force from the middle finger and thumb. There should be no ‘sag’ between the guide bar (9) and the saw chain (8) on the underside.

To adjust the tension:

Loosen the 2 Allen screws (14).

Turn the chain tension adjustment screw (7) clockwise. Warning! Do not over-tension the chain as this will lead to excessive wear and will reduce the life of the bar and chain.

Once the chain tension is correct, tighten the 2 Allen

screws (14).

Warning! When the saw chain is new, check the tension frequently during the first two hours of use as a new saw chain stretches slightly.

Filling the oil reservoir (fig. H)

Remove the oil cap (3) and fill the reservoir (4) with the recommended chain oil. You can see the oil level in the oil reservoir (4). Refit the oil cap (3).

Periodically switch off and check the oil level; if it is less than a quarter full, remove the battery (10) from the tool and refill the reservoir (4) with the correct oil.

Oiling the chain (fig. H)

The saw chain (8) must be oiled before each use and after cleaning using only the correct grade of oil (cat. no. A6027).

Lubricate the saw chain (8) by pressing the bulb on the oil cap (3) twice before making each cut, holding the bulb down for 3-4 seconds.

Residual risks

Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc.

Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks cannot be avoided. These include:

Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.

Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades or accessories.

Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods make sure you take regular breaks.

Impairment of hearing.

Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when using your tool (example:- working with wood, especially oak, beech and MDF).

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Black & Decker GKC1817P Hour charger fig. C, Installing and removing the saw chain fig. D F & H, Oiling the chain fig. H
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GKC1817NM, GKC1817, 90559281, GKC1817P specifications

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