Trotec PCHS 10-20V User manual

TRT-BA-PCHS10-20V-TC220426TTRT01-002-EN
PCHS 10-20V
EN
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
CORDLESS PRUNING SAW

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Table of contents
Notes regarding the instructions ..........................................2
Safety .....................................................................................2
Information about the device................................................7
Transport and storage...........................................................9
Start-up................................................................................10
Operation .............................................................................13
Available accessories..........................................................15
Errors and faults..................................................................15
Maintenance ........................................................................16
Disposal ...............................................................................17
Declaration of conformity ...................................................17
Notes regarding the instructions
Symbols
Warning of electrical voltage
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.
Warning of explosive substances
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to potentially explosive substances.
Warning of hot surface
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to hot surface.
Warning
This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.
Caution
This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.
Note
This signal word indicates important information (e.g.
material damage), but does not indicate hazards.
Info
Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.
Follow the manual
Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
instructions must be observed.
You can download the current version of the instructions via the
following link:
PCHS 10-20V
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Safety
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Warning
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term power tool in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Work area
safety
•Keep work area clean and well lit. Clutter or dark areas
invite accidents.
•Do not operate power tools in explosive atmosphere,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
•Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Electrical
safety
•Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
•Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.

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•Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
•Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
•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 electric shock.
•If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device(RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Personal
safety
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a
power tool while you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
•Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
•Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off-position before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
energising power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
•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.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
•If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
•Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools
allow you to become complacent and ignore tool
safety principles. A careless action can cause severe
injury within a fraction of a second.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Power tool
use and care
•Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application. The correct power tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
•Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it
on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
•Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power
tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
•Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or
these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
•Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
•Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
•Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
•Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and
free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Battery tool
use and care
•Recharge only with charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.

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•Use power tools only with specifically designed battery
packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fire.
•When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
•Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
•Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk
of injury.
•Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 130°C may cause explosion.
•Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outsides the specified range may damage
the battery and increase the risk of fire.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Service
•Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
•Never service damaged battery pack. Service of battery
packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or
authorized service providers.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings– Charger use
and care
•This charger can be used by children aged
from8years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
•Never insert non-rechargeable batteries into the
charger. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery
pack may create a risk of fire and explosion, when used
with another battery pack or non-rechargeable batteries.
• Only charge the Li-Ion battery "Multiflex20– 2.0DC"
(capacity of 2.0 Ah= 5 battery cells) with the charger
"Multiflex 20– 2.0 AC". The battery voltage must match
the battery charging voltage of the charger.
• Only charge the Li-Ion battery "Multiflex20– 4.0DC"
(capacity of 4.0 Ah= 10 battery cells) with the charger
"Multiflex 20– 4.0 AC". The battery voltage must match
the battery charging voltage of the charger.
General safety instructions for the cordless pruning
saw
•Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain
when the saw is running. Before starting up the saw,
make sure that the saw chain is not touching anything.
When working with a pruning saw, just one single moment
of inattention can cause clothing or parts of the body to be
caught by the saw chain.
•Hold the pruning saw by the insulated gripping
surfaces only, as the saw chain may contact hidden
wiring. The saw chain contacting a live wire may also
make metal parts of the power tool live, thereby presenting
the risk of an electric shock.
•Wear eye protection. Further protective equipment for
your hearing, head, hands, legs and feet is
recommended. Suitable protective clothing reduces the
risk of injury caused by flying wood shavings and
accidental contact with the saw chain.
•Do not use a chainsaw in a tree. Using a chainsaw in a
tree can cause injuries.
•Always make sure that you are standing firmly on the
ground and only use the pruning saw when you are
standing on a firm, safe and level surface. Standing on
a slippery or unsteady surface may cause you to loose your
balance or your control of the pruning saw.
•When cutting a branch that is under tension, take into
consideration that it may spring back. When the tension
in the wood fibres is released, the branch under tension
may hit the operator and/or cause the pruning saw to
move uncontrollably.
•Exercise particular caution when cutting brushwood
and young trees. The thinner material can get caught in
the saw chain and hit you or make you loose your balance.
•Observe instructions regarding the lubrication, chain
tension and the replacement of the guide rail and
chain. An improperly tensioned or lubricated chain can
either tear or increase the risk of a kickback.

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•Only use the saw for sawing wood. Do not use the
pruning saw to carry out work for which it is not
intended. Example: Do not use the pruning saw for
sawing metal, plastics, masonry or construction
materials that are not made of wood. Using the pruning
saw for work other than its intended use may cause
hazardous situations.
•This pruning saw is not suitable for felling trees. Using
the pruning saw for work other than its intended use can
cause serious injuries of the operator or other persons.
•Avoid an abnormal body posture and do not saw above
shoulder height. Unintentional contact with the rail tip is
thereby prevented and better control of the pruning saw in
unexpected situations is ensured.
•Always use replacement guides and saw chains
specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement
guides and saw chains can cause rupture of the chain and/
or kickbacks.
•Follow the manufacturer's instructions with regard to
the sharpening and maintenance of the saw chain. Too
low depth limiters increase the inclination to kickbacks.
•Always hold the device with both hands by the
device's handle and make sure you have a secure grip.
Losing control of the device may result in personal injury.
•Always carry the pruning saw by the handle and when
the saw chain is at a standstill. Always put on the
protective cover after completion of the work.
•Before transporting or storing the saw, put the
protective cover over the saw chain.
•Please make sure all switches are turned off and the
battery has been removed or switched off before
removing jammed cut material or before performing
maintenance works on the machine. Unexpected
operation of the pruning saw when removing jammed
material can cause severe injuries.
•Keep any power cables away from the cutting area.
Cables can be hidden in hedges and bushes where they
may be accidentally cut by the saw chain.
•Do not use the pruning saw in bad weather, especially
if there is a risk of thunderstorms. This reduces the risk
of being struck by lightning.
•Keep the handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery and present a
risk of loosing control.
•Do not use the device with a damaged protective
cover. A damaged protective cover can cause injuries.
•Vibrations can be harmful to the human hand-arm
system. Keep the vibration exposure time to a minimum.
•Only use the device in sufficient daylight or with good
artificial lighting. Lack of light or poor illumination of the
working area can lead to accidents.
•Regularly check the saw chain for wear or damage.
Intended use
Exclusively use the pruning saw for cutting wood and branches
up to a diameter that maximally corresponds to the cutting
length of the pruning saw, and observe the technical data.
Make sure to hold the device with both hands, holding it on the
activation handle with your right hand and on the upper side
with your left hand.
This device is intended for outdoor use only.
We recommend using the power tool with original Trotec
accessories.
Foreseeable misuse
Do not use the device for felling trees.
This device is only suitable for sawing wood. The use of other
materials is not permissible.
Any other use than the one described in the chapter "Intended
use" is regarded as reasonably foreseeable misuse.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• have read and understood the instructions, especially the
Safety chapter.
The following persons must not use the device:
• Children.
• Persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities.
• Persons with lack of experience and knowledge.
• Persons unfamiliar with the instructions.

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Safety signs and labels on the device
Note
Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from
the device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in
legible condition.
The following safety signs and labels are attached to the device:
98,1
Indication of the sound power level LWA indB
Information marked with this symbol indicates the
sound power level LWA indB.
Pay attention to the kickback of the pruning saw and
avoid touching the tip of the bar.
Wear head protection
Information marked with this symbol indicates that you
should wear protective headgear.
Wear hearing protection
Information marked with this symbol indicates that you
should wear hearing protection.
Wear safety glasses
Information marked with this symbol indicates that you
should wear eye protection.
Wear protective gloves
Information marked with this symbol indicates that you
should wear safety boots.
Wear foot protection
Information marked with this symbol indicates that you
should wear safety boots.
Warning
This symbol indicates that there is a danger to life and
health due to insufficient distance to other persons,
children or pets.
Warning
This symbol indicates that there is a danger to the life
and health of persons when using the tool in the rain or
during a thunderstorm.
Safety signs and labels on the battery and the charger
Note
Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from
the device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in
legible condition.
The following safety signs and labels are attached to the
battery:
Warning of explosion risk!
These symbols indicate the following:
Do not expose the battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature! Do not let the battery come into
contact with water or fire! Avoid direct sunlight and
moisture. There is a risk of explosion!
Never charge the battery at ambient temperatures
below10°C or above40°C. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outsides the specified range may damage
the battery and increase the risk of fire.
Observe the correct disposal of the battery!
This symbol indicates the following:
Ensure that the battery is disposed of correctly and
never dispose of it in waste water or public waters.
The battery contains irritating, caustic and toxic
substances that pose significant risks to people and the
environment.
The following safety signs and labels are attached to the
charger:
This symbol indicates the following:
Read the instructions or operating manual before
charging the battery.
This symbol indicates the following:
Only use the charger for charging the battery in dry
interior spaces. Do not charge the device outdoors.

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Residual risks
Warning of electrical voltage
Electric shock from insufficient insulation.
Check the device for damages and proper functioning
before each use.
If you notice damages, no longer use the device.
Do not use the device when the device or your hands
are damp or wet!
Warning of electrical voltage
Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an authorised specialist company!
Warning of electrical voltage
There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids
penetrating the housing!
Do not immerse the device and the accessories in
water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can
enter the housing.
Warning of explosive substances
Do not expose the battery to temperatures above
45°C! Do not let the battery come into contact with
water or fire! Avoid direct sunlight and moisture. There
is a risk of explosion!
Warning of hand injuries
After switching off the device, there is a risk of injuries
from cuts due to the saw chain’s stopping time. Always
wait until the saw chain comes to a standstill.
Warning of hand injuries
There is a risk of injury from cuts in the area of the saw
chain if the device is handled without due care. Never
reach into the saw chain. Wear protective gloves!
Warning
Do not work outdoors with the device in case of
approaching rain or thunderstorms. The device may
attract a lightning strike. Water ingress into the
housing can cause an electric shock.
Warning
Do not process materials containing asbestos.
Asbestos is considered carcinogenic.
Warning
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Warning
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Caution
Vibration emissions can cause a health hazard if the
device is used for an extended period of time or if it is
not properly handled and maintained.
Caution
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Note
If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.
Behaviour in the event of an emergency/ emergency
stop function
Emergency stop:
Removing the battery results in the function of the device
stopping immediately. Leave the battery out in order to secure
the device against accidental switch-on.
Behaviour in the event of an emergency:
1. Switch the device off.
2. In the event of an emergency, remove the battery from the
device: Hold the release button of the battery and pull the
battery off the device as described in chapter "Removing
the battery".
3. Do not insert the battery if the device is defective.
Information about the device
Device description
The device PCHS 10-20V can be used for sawing planks, square
timbers and round timbers, or for handicraft work.
It is excellently suited for pruning trees and shrubs and for
shredding green waste
The device comes with a handle that can be swivelled by ±45°
to adjust the angle that is suited best for your task.
Furthermore, the device has a start lock to prevent it from being
switched on unintentionally.

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Device depiction
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18
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No. Designation
1Angle adjustment button
2Start lock
3On/off switch
4Rear hand protection
5Oil level indicator
6Guide bar
7Saw chain
8Front hand protection
9Securing nut
10 Chain sprocket cover
11 Oil reservoir cap
12 Protective cover
13 Quick charger
14 Red battery LED (battery charging)
15 Green battery LED (quick charger ready for operation)
16 Battery
17 Battery level indication
18 Release button
Scope of delivery
• 1x cordless pruning saw PCHS 10-20V
• 1x protective cover
• 1x rechargeable battery
• 1x quick charger
• 1x manual

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Technical data
Parameter Value
Model PCHS 10-20V
Nominal voltage 20V
Idle speed 3,800 rpm
Guide rail groove width 48 mm
Chain speed 4.8 m/s
Usable cutting length 150 mm
Guide bar length 195 mm
Chain type 6"
Weight 1.7kg
Battery Multiflex20 – 2.0 DC
Type Li-ion
Nominal voltage 20V
Nominal capacity 2.0Ah
Rechargeable cells 5cells
Capacity 40Wh
Quick charger Multiflex20 – 2.0 AC
Input
Nominal voltage 230 – 240 V / 50 Hz
Power input 65W
Output
Nominal voltage 21.5V
Charging current 2.4A
Fusing 3.15A (slow-blowing)
Charging time 1 h
Cable length 1.5 m
Protection class II (double insulation) /
Vibration information according to EN62841
Total vibration emission
value ah
Uncertainty K
4.3 m/s²
1.5 m/s²
Sound values according to EN62841
Sound pressure level LPA 84.1 dB(A)
Sound power LWA 98 dB(A)
Uncertainty K 3 dB
Information on noise and vibration:
• The specified total vibration and noise emission values
were measured by means of a test procedure standardized
in EN62841 and can be consulted for the comparison of
one power tool with another.
• The specified total vibration and noise emission values
can also be used for preliminary load assessment.
Caution
Vibration emissions can cause a health hazard if the
device is used for an extended period of time or if it is
not properly handled and maintained.
• The actual vibration and noise emission may differ from
the stated values during operation of the power tool. This
depends on how the power tool is used and especially on
the type of workpiece being processed. Try to keep the
vibration load to a minimum. Exemplary measures for
reducing the vibration load include wearing gloves during
operation of the tool and the limitation of working hours.
All parts of an operating cycle must be considered for this
(e.g. times at which the power tool is switched off and
times when it is switched on but runs without load).
Transport and storage
Note
If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.
Transport
Before transporting the device, observe the following:
• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable of
the charger out of the mains socket.
• Allow the device to cool down.
• Remove the battery from the device.
• Put on the protective cover.
The supplied Li-ion batteries are subjects to the requirements of
dangerous goods legislation.
Observe the following when transporting or shipping Li-ion
batteries:
• The user may transport the batteries by road without any
additional requirements.
• If transport is carried out by third parties (e.g. air transport
or forwarding company), special requirements as to
packaging and labelling must be observed. This includes
consulting a dangerous goods specialist when preparing
the package.
– Only ship batteries if their housing is undamaged.
– Mask open terminals with tape and pack the battery in
a way that it cannot move inside the packaging.
– Please also observe any other national regulations.

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Storage
Before storing the device, observe the following:
• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable of
the charger out of the mains socket.
• Allow the device to cool down.
• Remove the battery from the device.
• Drain the oil completely from the device.
• Put on the protective cover.
• Store the device out of reach of children.
• Clean the device as described in the Maintenance chapter.
• Do not store Li-ion batteries which are completely
discharged. Storing discharged batteries can lead to a
deep discharge and thus damage the battery.
When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:
• dry and protected from frost and heat
• Ambient temperature below 45°C
• Protected from dust and direct sunlight
Start-up
Unpacking the device
• Take the device and the accessories out of the packaging.
Warning of electrical voltage
Electric shock from insufficient insulation.
Check the device for damages and proper functioning
before each use.
If you notice damages, no longer use the device.
Do not use the device when the device or your hands
are damp or wet!
• Check the contents for completeness and look for
damages.
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
• Dispose of the packaging material according to the
national regulations.
Charging the battery
Note
The battery can be damaged in case of improper
charging.
Remove the charger's mains plug before inserting or
removing the battery.
Never charge the battery at ambient temperatures
below 10°C or above 45°C.
The battery is partially charged upon delivery to avoid damage
to the battery caused by a deep discharge.
Prior to initial start-up and when the battery is low (only the red
LED in the battery level indication(17) is illuminated), the
battery should be charged. To do so, please proceed as follows:
1. Slide the battery(16) onto the quick charger(13) as
depicted until the battery locks in place.
1 h
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15
14
17
2. Insert the mains plug of the quick charger(13) into a
properly fused mains socket.
ðThe red battery LED(14) lights up.
ðCharging requires approx. one hour.
3. Wait until the red battery LED(14) goes off and the green
battery LED(15) lights up.
ðThe battery(16) is fully charged.
4. Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable of
the quick charger(13) out of the mains socket.
ðThe battery(16) and the quick charger(13) may have
become warm during charging.
Allow the battery(16) to cool down to room
temperature.
5. Take the battery(16) out of the quick charger(13) by
pressing and holding the release button(18) and pulling
the battery(16) off the quick charger(13).