The Handy THECS40, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ares Support 01793 333212 Please read understand this manual paying particular attention to the safety instructions before use The manufacturer reserves the right to change the product specification and livery according to continued product improvements 193885001 11 02 2016 ...

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Page 3: ...CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION MAINTENANCE STORAGE ASSEMBLY OPERATION TROUBLE SHOOTING PARTS DIAGRAM LIST WARRANTY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

Page 4: ...urer reserves the right to change the product specification and livery according to continued product improvements This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment For more detailed information about recycling of...

Page 5: ...al appliances are products that have been designed in a way so as not to require a safety connection to electrical earth These products must NOT have a safety connection to Earth Acoustic power level LWA accordance with directive 2000 14 EC 2005 88 EC Please see machine for actual reading The Pruner is supplied with a low KICKBACK chain however sometimes kick back can occur so always hold the unit...

Page 6: ...nery We also advise that hearing protection is also used at all times and if the operator is working in an area where there is a risk of falling objects a safety helmet must also be worn DO NOT ABUSE THE CABLE Never carry the machine by the electrical cable or yank it to disconnect the plug from the mains supply Keep the cable from heat oil and sharp edges AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK The use of a Resid...

Page 7: ...mance When maintaining this machine only the manufacturer s original replacement parts should be used The use of non original manufacturer parts may invalidate your warranty PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT Take left over materials to an authorised collection point or follow the stipulations in the country where the mixer is used Do not discharge into drains soil or water STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT When not in u...

Page 8: ...chine Failure to do so could invalidate your manufacturer s warranty REPLACING CHANGING CHAIN GUIDE BAR Fit the chain and guide bar as described in Assembly and Tensioning Chain The circular groove of the guide bar will wear particularly on the lower edge with time When replacing the chain turn the chain bar 180 to allow even wear thus extending chain bar life Check the drive sprocket If it is wor...

Page 9: ...dry place out of the reach of children Do not place other objects on the chain saw To prevent leakage ensure the machine is left in a horizontal position oil filler cap uppermost When storing the machine in the original packaging the oil tank must be completely emptied CAUTION Clean the tool after each use Failure to carry out proper cleaning can result in damage to the appliance or cause it to ma...

Page 10: ...ace the chainsaw on a flat solid surface 2 Slide the chain in the groove of the guide bar 3 Ensure the chain is in the correct running direction 4 Ensure the chain tensioning catch on the guide bar is facing outwards 5 Fit the chain onto the drive sprocket and guide bar so the fastening bolt and two guide fins fit into the keyway of the guide bar 1 Rear Handle 2 Throttle Trigger 3 Lock Button 4 Oi...

Page 11: ...en handling the chain WARNING Always maintain proper chain tension A loose chain will increase the risk of kickback A loose chain may jump out of the guide bar groove which may injure the operator and damage the chain chain bar and drive sprocket beyond repair CAUTION The life of a saw chain will rely on sufficient lubrication and correct tensioning Avoid tensioning the chain if it is hot This wil...

Page 12: ...etween the oil filler cap and the strainer To prevent leakage ensure the machine is left in a horizontal position oil filler cap uppermost when not in use It is important you only use recommended oil to avoid damage to the chainsaw Never use recycled or old chain oil Use of non approved oil will invalidate the manufacturer s warranty OPERATION STARTING THE MACHINE 1 Using your right hand press the...

Page 13: ...ARING THE SUITABLE NECESSARY PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Whenever the machine is in use safety glasses goggles must be worn to safeguard against flying objects Hearing protection must also be used to protect the operators hearing If the operator is working in an area where there is a risk of falling objects a safety helmet must also be worn Wear boots with saw protection steel toe cap and non slip sole S...

Page 14: ...pping spike at a low point when sawing thicker logs by pulling the chainsaw slightly backwards until the gripping spike release and reposition at a lower level to continue sawing Do not remove the chainsaw completely from the wood Do not force the chain whilst cutting let the chain do the work using the gripping spike to apply minimal leverage pressure Do not operate the chainsaw with arms fully e...

Page 15: ...iameter into the log and finish the cut from above Z in order to avoid splitting or jamming of the chainsaw FELLING TREES Always wear a hard hat to protect your head against falling branches The chainsaw can only be used to fell trees smaller in diameter than the length of the guide bar 1 Secure work area Ensure no persons or animals are in the vicinity of the falling tree Never attempt to free a ...

Page 16: ...n saw down and then use the retreat path planned Be alert for overhead limbs falling and watch your footing To complete the felling operation drive a wedge Z into the horizontal cut Beware of falling branches when the tree starts to move LIMBING A TREE Limbing is removing the branches from a fallen tree When limbing use larger lower limbs to support the log off the ground Remove the small limbs in...

Page 17: ...n cord damaged 2 Loose connection 3 Internal wiring defective 4 On Off trigger defective 1 Check cord replace 2 Contact service agent 3 Contact service agent 4 Contact service agent Dry chain 1 No oil in reservoir 2 Vent in oil filler cap clogged 3 Oil passage clogged 1 Refill oil 2 Clean cap 3 Clean oil passage outlet Kickback Brake Run Down Brake 1 Brake does not stop chain 1 Contact service age...

Page 18: ...PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 19: ... TH1800 0 04 1 Locking Knob Insert 1 28 TH1800 0 3 Output Shaft 1 51 TH1800 0 23 Trigger 1 11 Screw M5x6 1 29 TH1800 0 4 Torsion Spring 1 52 TH1800 0 22 Locking Button 1 12 Split Washer 1 30 TH1800 0 5 Big Gear Ring Gasket 1 53 TH1800 0 45 Locking Button Spring 1 13 TH1800 0 39 Sprocket 1 31 TH1800 0 21 Brake Lever 1 54 TH1800 OIL TUBE Oil Tube 1 14 TH1800 0 38 Sprocket Spring 1 TH1800 0 02 Large ...

Page 20: ... the warranty failure to do so will invalidate the 2nd year of the warranty A reduced warranty period of ninety days applies to those items which are subject to normal wear and tear e g wheels tyres cutter bars cylinders bottom blades belts cables grass bags spark plugs All Handy Handy Pro All others Mowerland and Q Garden domestic products 1 year from the original date of sale to the first domest...

Page 21: ... products GJ Handy Co Ltd will never warranty in terms of the merchantability or the fitness for a particular purpose No person is authorised to make any warranties representations or promises expressed or implied on behalf of GJ Handy Co Ltd or to modify the terms conditions or limitation of this warranty policy in any way Neither GJ Handy Co Ltd nor any company affiliated with GJ Handy Co Ltd sh...

Page 22: ...1 2010 ISO 22868 2005 EN ISO 3744 1995 EN55014 1 2006 A1 2009 A2 2001 EN55014 2 1997 A1 2001 A2 2008 EN61000 3 3 2013 EN 61000 3 2 2006 A1 2009 A2 2009 EN6100 3 11 2000 Name of the Notified Body Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Building No 86 1198 Qinzhou Road North Shanghai 200233 P R China TUV Rheinland Shanghai Co Ltd Shanghai Rheinland Building No 177 Lane 777 West Guangzhong Road Zhabei Sha...

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Page 24: ...te Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local council office your household waste disposal service or shop where you purchased the product Tosee our complete range of garden machinery and equipment visit www thehandy co uk Distribu...