Sovereign 577187, Original Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...1800W CHAINSAW ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL Item No 577187 Model No A011022 Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly HHGL Limited MK9 1BA HHGL ROI Limited D02 X576 Sept 20...

Page 2: ...nings 3 Special safety instructions for chainsaw 7 Symbols 15 Parts list 18 Intended use 19 Assembly 20 Operation 24 Cleaning and maintenance 38 Plug replacement 47 Technical data 48 Troubleshooting 4...

Page 3: ...a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents b Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power too...

Page 4: ...or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of...

Page 5: ...vites accidents d Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury e Do not overre...

Page 6: ...s Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally d Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool...

Page 7: ...is will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained WARNING This machine produces an electromagnetic field during operation This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or...

Page 8: ...ve clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain Do not operate a chainsaw in a tree Operation of a chainsaw while up in a tree may result in personal...

Page 9: ...se the chance for kickback Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease Greasy oily handles are slippery causing loss of control Cut wood only Do not use a chainsaw for purposes not intended Fo...

Page 10: ...ing jobs free from accident or injury Kickback is the result of tool misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below Maintain...

Page 11: ...sed kickback Recommended Use a residual current device with a tripping current of 30mA or less During the cutting operation the supply cord must be securely positioned to prevent the cord from snaggin...

Page 12: ...It happens with little or no warning and can be caused by cutting with the blade tip if the saw gets pinched in its cut or if the saw contacts debris The risk of kickback can never be completely elim...

Page 13: ...acturer s original or approved spare parts guide bar saw chain spark plug e g as well as the allowed combinations of guide bar saw chain as named in the manual The user and not the manufacturer is lia...

Page 14: ...r cutting hazards Flung out of parts from the saw chain Cutting injection hazards Flung out of parts of the work piece Inhalation of work piece particles Skin contact with the oil Loss of hearing if n...

Page 15: ...etation of these symbols will allow you to use the machine more effectively and reduce the risk of an accident Indicates danger warning or caution WARNING To reduce the risk of injury user must read t...

Page 16: ...he plug from the mains before cleaning or maintenance SWITCH OFF Remove the plug from the mains immediately if the cable is damaged or cut Make sure the chain brake is disengaged Keep children at a di...

Page 17: ...of disposing of them as household waste All tools hoses and packaging should be sorted taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way 111 Guaranteed sound power le...

Page 18: ...le 4 Guide bar 15 Power cord with plug 5 Retaining nut 16 Cable strain relief 6 End cover 17 Air vents 7 Spike bumper 18 Oil level window 8 Tensioning screw for chain tension 19 Oil tank cap 9 Bolt 20...

Page 19: ...cutting firewood in forested areas The product should not be used on masonry and material that are harmful to health This product is intended for private domestic use only not for any commercial trade...

Page 20: ...hain may jump out of the guide bar groove This may injure the operator and damage the chain A loose chain will cause rapid wear to the chain guide bar and sprocket Tensioning the chain too tightly wil...

Page 21: ...ension the chain as described under Saw chain tensioning After operating the product for approximately 1 hour adjust the chain tension again Saw Chain Tensioning Always check the saw chain tension bef...

Page 22: ...with an empty oil tank as this will result in extensive damage to the product Never operate the bar and chain without lubrication oil Operating the products dry or with too little oil will decrease cu...

Page 23: ...ve approximately 5mm of space to the lower edge to allow the lubrication to expand Fig 6 Check the oil level window 18 prior to start up and regularly during operation Refill oil when the oil level is...

Page 24: ...witch 12 is in its off position Double the extension cable about a foot from the end and hook the loop over the cable strain relief 16 Gently pull on the cord to ensure that it is firmly attached at t...

Page 25: ...r the working area Ensure that the product is free from damage and that it is not worn Make sure that safety devices and accessories are correctly fitted Double check that all assembly tools have been...

Page 26: ...brake test is to reduce the possibility of injury due to kickback Make sure the chain brake 2 is disengaged Disengage the chain brake 2 by pulling it back towards the front handle 1 Fig 10 Place the p...

Page 27: ...orking properly The chain brake should not be used for starting and stopping the product during normal operation On Off Switch Make sure the safety chain brake 2 is disengaged see above Fig 10 Grip th...

Page 28: ...rocedure To become proficient attend a recognised chainsaw training course to learn how to operate chainsaws safely and effectively Familiarise yourself with all the controls and switches Practice all...

Page 29: ...a lower level to continue sawing Do not remove the product completely from the wood Do not force the saw chain while cutting Let the chain do the work using the gripping teeth to apply minimal leverag...

Page 30: ...ious or fatal injury to the operator or anyone standing close by Always be alert because rotational kickback and pinch kickback are major product operational dangers and the leading cause of most acci...

Page 31: ...e majority of accidents Keep a good firm grip on the product with both hands your right hand on the rear handle 14 and your left hand on the front handle 1 when the motor is running Maintain a firm gr...

Page 32: ...felled in a manner that would endanger any person strike any utility line or cause any property damage If the tree does make contact with any utility line the company should be notified immediately Th...

Page 33: ...ng back cut parallel to the horizontal notching cut Make the felling back cut so enough wood is left to act as a hinged The hinge Fig 23 C wood keeps the tree from twisting and falling in the wrong di...

Page 34: ...tree When limbing leave larger lower limbs to support the log off the ground Remove the small limbs in one cut Fig 24 Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the produ...

Page 35: ...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 spring poles they are dangerous Bucking a Log Bucking is cutting...

Page 36: ...Fig 28 When cutting through to maintain complete control release the cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the product handles Don t let the chain contact the ground A...

Page 37: ...wedge without touching the chain you should use the wedge to hold the cut open to prevent pinching Fig 30 After Use Switch the product off disconnect it from the power supply and let it cool down Che...

Page 38: ...parts WARNING Only perform repairs and maintenance work according to these instructions All further works must be performed by a qualified specialist General Cleaning Clean the product with a dry clot...

Page 39: ...eased Guide Bar and Saw Chain Maintenance Most guide bar problems can be prevented merely by keeping the product well maintained Incorrect filling and non standard cutter and depth gauge settings are...

Page 40: ...guide bar 4 using a screwdriver putty knife wire brush or other similar tool This will keep the oil passages open to provide proper lubrication to the bar 4 and chain 3 Fig 32 Check the guide bar rail...

Page 41: ...ng a proper sharpening kit Also observe the sharpening instructions supplied with the sharpening kit WARNING Only sharpen the saw chain yourself if you are trained and have experience Use proper tools...

Page 42: ...ilable from most reputable tool merchants and is the easiest way to hold the file at the correct position File at an angle perpendicular to the bar and at an angle of 25 to the direction of travel Fig...

Page 43: ...all the instructions carefully Do not connect the product to the power supply until it is completely assembled Always wear gloves during assembly Use only the guide bar 4 and saw chain 3 according to...

Page 44: ...nate kickback A low kickback or safety chain should never be regarded as complete protection against injury Therefore always use a low kickback saw chain in conjunction with other kickback protection...

Page 45: ...the interval between future adjustments will lengthen quickly WARNING Unplug the product from the power source before adjusting the saw chain tension The cutting edges of the saw chain are sharp Alway...

Page 46: ...its accessories in a dry frost free place Always store the product in a place that is inaccessible to children The ideal storage temperature is between 10 to 30o C We recommend using the original pac...

Page 47: ...oloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked N The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L WARNING Ne...

Page 48: ...ection class II Degree of protection IPX0 Machine weight 5 1kg The declared vibration value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one product with a...

Page 49: ...t Cause Remedy Motor does not run No electricity Check socket cables and plugs Damaged cable Have repaired by a service agent Do not patch cables with insulation tape Worn carbon brushes Carbon brushe...

Page 50: ...ed in particular any rights you may have under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 This warranty is given by HHGL Limited MK9 1BA HHGL ROI Limited D02 X576 Please note This warranty does not apply to product...

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