Fieldmann FZP 2020-E - Manual (Page 13)

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ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW USER'S MANUAL
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9. ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION
ATTENTION!
Due to the effect of higher temperatures, during operation the saw chain has a tendency to lengthen.
A longer chain becomes loose and could slide off the guide bar.
ATTENTION!
This chain saw has a chain tensioning system that does not require any tools.
Loosen the sprocket cover fastening knob (fi g. 1, point 7).
Make sure that the chain is seated in the guiding groove of the guide bar.
Turn the chain tensioning wheel (fi g. 1, point 6) clockwise to tension the chain (fi g. 5). It should be possible
to lift a correctly tensioned chain in the middle of the guide bar in the horizontal position to a height of
approximately 3 to 4 mm).
Tighten the sprocket cover fastening knob (fi g. 1, point 7).
ATTENTION!
Do not tension the chain excessively. Excessive tension of a warm chain may result in excessively tension
when it cools down.
10. USING THE CHAIN SAW
Before starting any kind of work, thoroughly acquaint yourself with the sections describing the safety
instructions for the operation of the chain saw. We recommend that you acquire experience by practising on
waste wood. In this way you will learn about the operating parameters of this chain saws.
Always adhere to safety instructions.
Only use this chain saw for cutting wood. Cutting any other materials is forbidden.
The vibration intensity and type of kickback on this chain saws depends on the type of wood being cut.
Do not use this chain saw as a lever for lifting, moving or splitting material.
If the chain jams in the material that is being cut, stop the chain saw and knock a wooden or plastic wedge
into the cut to release the chain. Restart the chain saw and carefully commence cutting.
11. CUTTING
ATTENTION!
Before proceeding, please read the chapter “Safety instructions”. We recommend that you gain experience
by cutting smaller logs. In this way you will also get to know the chain saw.
Always adhere to safety instructions. The chain saw may only be used for cutting wood.
It is forbidden to cut any other materials. Vibrations and kickback differ for various materials. Do not use the
chain saw as a lever for lifting, moving or splitting material. It is forbidden to attach any parts or jigs other
than those specifi ed in the technical documentation.
Adjusting the chain tension | Using the chain saw | cutting