Operation; Transportation And Storage; Transporting Lithium Batteries - AEG ACS58B18 Instructions Manual

Limbing a tree
See figures 12 - 13.
Limbing is removing the branches from a fallen tree. When limbing,
leave larger lower limbs to support the log off the ground. Remove the
small limbs in one cut. Branches under tension should be cut from the
bottom up to avoid binding the chainsaw.
Springpoles
See figures 14 - 15.
A springpole is any log, branch, rooted stump, or sapling that is bent
under tension by other wood so that it springs back if the wood
holding it is cut or removed.
On a fallen tree, a rooted stump has a high potential of springing back
to the upright position during the bucking cut to separate the log
from the stump. Watch out for springpoles—they are dangerous. Do
not attempt to cut bent branches or stumps that are under tension
unless you are professionally trained and competent to do so.
WARNING! Springpoles are dangerous and could strike the
operator, causing the operator to lose control of the chainsaw.
This could result in a severe or fatal injury to the operator.
Cutting spring poles should be done by trained users.

OPERATION

WARNING! If any parts are damaged or missing, do not
operate the product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed
this warning could result in serious personal injury.
Installing battery pack
See page 8.
Insert the battery pack in the product. Align raised ribs on the battery
pack with grooves in the product's battery port.
Make sure that the latch of the battery pack snaps in place and that
the battery pack is fully seated and secure in the product before
beginning operation.
Holding the chainsaw
See figure 1.
Always hold the product with your right hand on the rear handle
and your left hand on the front handle. Grip both handles with the
thumbs and fingers encircling the handles. Ensure that your left hand
is holding the front handle so that your thumb is underneath.
Starting the product
See page 9.
1. Install the battery pack, and make sure that the chain brake is in
the RUN position by pulling the chain brake lever towards the
front handle.
2. Pull the trigger release, and then squeeze the throttle trigger.
Checking and operating the chain brake
See page 10.
1. Engage the chain brake by rotating your left hand around the
front handle. Allow the back of your hand to push the chain brake
lever toward the bar while the chain is rotating rapidly. Be sure to
maintain both hands on the saw handles at all times.
2. Reset the chain brake back into the RUN position by grasping the
top of the chain brake lever and pulling towards the front handle
until you hear a click.
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Adjusting the chain tension
See pages 11 - 12.
1. Remove the battery pack before you do any work on the chainsaw.
2. Loosen the bar mounting nuts.
3. To increase the chain tension, turn the chain tensioning screw
clockwise and check the chain tension frequently. To reduce the
chain tension, turn the chain tensioning screw counterclockwise
and check the chain tension frequently.
The chain tension is correct when the gap between the cutter in
the chain and the bar is about 6.5 mm (0.256 in). Pull the chain
in the middle of the lower side of the bar downwards (away from
the bar) and measure the distance between the bar and the chain
cutters.
NOTE: The temperature of the chain increases during normal
operation, causing the chain to stretch. Check the chain tension
frequently and adjust as required. A chain that is tensioned while
warm may be too tight upon cooling. Make sure that the chain tension
is correctly adjusted as specified in these instructions.
Adding chain lubricating oil
See pages 13 - 14.
WARNING! Never work without chain lubricant. If the saw
chain is running without lubricant, the guide bar and the saw
chain can be damaged. Frequently check the oil level in the oil
level gauge while using and before starting to use the chainsaw.
1. Clear the surface around the oil cap to prevent contamination.
2. Loosen and remove the cap from the oil tank.
3. Pour the oil into the oil tank and monitor the oil level gauge.
Ensure that no dirt enters the oil tank while filling.
4. Put back and tighten the oil cap. Wipe away any spillage.
NOTE: A properly functioning chain and bar lubricating system
normally discharges oil from the chain during use. To check the
functionality of the chain and bar lubricating system, point the tip of
the chain at a light coloured surface, such as a newspaper. A distinct
line of oil splatter should be observed after a short time.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

Turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and allow the product
to cool down before storing or transporting. Remove all chain and bar
oil from the product.
Remove all foreign materials from the product. Store the product in a
cool, dry, and well-ventilated area that is inaccessible to children. Keep
the product away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
Fit the guide bar cover before storing the product or during
transportation.
For transportation, secure the product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.

TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES

Transport the battery in accordance with local and national provisions
and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling when
transporting batteries by a third party.
Ensure that no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting exposed
connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps or tape. Do not
transport batteries that are cracked or leaking. Check with the
forwarding company for further advice.
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