Fieldmann FZP 2020-E - Manual (Page 12)

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FZP 2020-E
Operating the chain saw | Chain brake
Turning off
Release the start/stop trigger (fi g. 1, point 12).
ATTENTION!
The chain saw is equipped with a safety motor brake, which will immediately stop the chain when the start/
stop trigger is released. If the chain does not immediately come to a stop when the trigger is released,
please contact an authorised service centre without delay.
Checking chain lubrication
ATTENTION!
Adhere to safety provisions and prevent the guide bar from coming into contact with the surface of the
terrain. Use this power tool safely and maintain a minimum distance of 20 cm from the ground.
Before starting work, check the chain lubrication and the amount of oil in the oil tank. Start the chain saw
and hold it above the ground. If you see a growing oil stain then chain lubrication is working properly. If there
are no oil stains on the ground, clean the oil outlet, the top chain tensioning hole and the oil lines or contact
an authorised service centre.
8. CHAIN BRAKE
This chain saw is equipped with an automatic brake that stops the chain in the event of kickback. The brake
is automatically engaged as soon as the force of inertia acts on the ballast located inside the brake box.
The chain brake may also be engaged manually when the brake lever (fi g. 1, point 5) is moved downwards
towards the guide bar. The activation of the brake stops the chain movement within 0.12 seconds.
Checking the working order of the brake.
Check that the brake works properly before every use.
Place the running chain saw on to the ground and for 1 to 2 seconds leave it at full speed.
Push the brake lever (fi g. 1, point 5) forward. The chain should stop immediately.
ATTENTION!
If the chain stops slowly or does not stop at all, do not use the chain saw and contact an authorised service
centre.
If you wish to disengage the brake, pull the brake lever towards the top handle (fi g. 1, point 4) so that you
hear the typical sound for the disengagement of the brake.
ATTENTION!
Check that the chain brake is in order. A correctly functioning chain brake will protect you against potential
injury, which could result from kickback. If the brake is not working properly, have it adjusted or repaired at
an authorised service centre.