Gardenline GCS-2000 User Manual - Operations Instructions
General cutting instructions
Felling
Felling is the term for cutting down a tree. Small trees up to 15-18cm in
diameter are usually cut in a single cut. Larger trees require notch cuts.
Notch cuts determine the direction the tree will fall.
Warning! A retreat path (A) should be planned and cleared as
necessary before cuts are started. The retreat path should
extend back and diagonally to the rear of the expected line of
fall, as illustrated in Fig. 10.
Warning! If felling a tree on sloping ground, the chain saw
operator should keep on the uphill side of the terrain, as the
tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled.
Felling atree
Note:Direction of fall (B) is control-
led by the notching cut. Before any
cuts are made, consider the locati-
on of larger branches and natural
lean of the tree to determine the
way the tree will fall.
Warning! Do not cut
down a tree during high
or changing winds or if
there is a danger to pro-
perty. Consult a tree
professional. Do not cut
down a tree if there is a
danger of striking utility
wires; notify the utility
company before making
any cuts.
Operations instructions
Assembly requirements
Your new chain saw may require installation of the guide bar, saw chain,
sprocket cover, adjustment of chain, and filling the oil tank with lubricating
oil, before the chain saw is ready for operation. Do not start the saw motor
until the unit is properly assembled. Read all instructions carefully. Do not
install any other size bar and chain than what is recommended for your
model.
Warning! Whenever handling the saw chain, wear work gloves for
protection against sharp cutting edges.
Note: A new chain and bar will need readjustment after as few as 5 cuts.
This is normal during the break-in period, and the interval between future
adjustments will lengthen quickly (Fig. 4).
Caution! If a chain is too loose or too tight, the bar chain and
saw bearings will wear more rapidly. Study Fig. 4 for
information concerning correct cold tension (A), correct warm
tension (B), and as a guide for when saw chain needs adjustment (C).
HELPLINE No. UK 0905-1460005
(£ 0,06/min)
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Model Number: GCS-2000
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Assembly instructions
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A
B
C
HELPLINE No. UK 0905-1460005
(£ 0,06/min)
• IRELAND 1520-932626
(E 0,15/min)
WEB SUPPORT: www.heltec.eu
Model Number: GCS-2000
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