VETERAN V20L1CN10K1 User manual
V20L1CN10K1 20V MAX Cordless Chainsaw
Warning: For your personal safety.
READ and UNDERSTAND before use!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
The term “power tool” below refers to your cordless power tool and the associated charger.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Work area
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool and charger plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Unmodified
plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid bodily 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 grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
d) 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.
3) Personal safety
a) Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection will reduce personal injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch invites 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 overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
f) Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory,
or metal capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
4) Power tool use and care
a) 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 feed rate for which it was designed.
b) 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.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack 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.
d) Store idle power tools out of 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.
e) Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind or kick back and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories, and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations other than those intended and designed for could result in
a hazardous situation.
5) Service
a) 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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION FOR BATTERY AND CHARGER
WARNING! During the use of tools supplied with batteries, basic safety measures must be
followed to reduce fire hazards, electrolyte leakage, electrical shock and personal injury.
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injuries. Save all instructions for future reference.
1) Safety instructions for the battery charger
a. Keep the battery charger clean and dry. Contamination or penetration of water in the battery charger
increases the risk of an electric shock.
b. Before each use, check the battery charger, cable, and plug. If damage is detected, do not use the
battery charger.
c. Never open the battery charger yourself. Have repairs performed only by a qualified technician and
only using original spare parts.
d. Do not place any objects on the battery charger and do not place the battery charger on soft surfaces.
This creates a risk of fire.
e. Ensure that the outlet matches the voltage indicated on the rating plate of the charger.
2) Safety instructions for the battery
a. Recharge only with the charger supplied by the manufacturer. An unsuitable charger may cause
overheating, the leaking of corrosive liquid from the battery and the risk of fire. If there is a fluid leak
from the battery, avoid any contact with the skin. If the liquid contacts skin, rinse abundantly with
water. In the event of a reaction or contact with the eyes or mucous membranes, consult a doctor
immediately.
b. Ensure that the battery pack is suitable for the tool and that the outside surface of the battery pack is
clean and dry before connecting it to the charger.
c. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away paper clips, coins, keys, nails, 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.
d. Ensure that the tool is properly switched off before inserting the battery into the appliance. Inserting a
battery into an appliance while it is switched on can cause accidents.
e. When it has reached end of life, ensure that the battery is properly disposed of: Do not throw it away
in household trash bins or burn it. Dispose of it in a specially-designated collection container. These
can oftentimes be found at your local home improvement store or hardware store.
INTENDED USE:
This device is specifically intended for sawing wood and felling trees in private areas, unsuitable for
sawing plastic, masonry or construction materials that are not made of wood, intended for use in
accordance with the descriptions and safety instructions in this operating manual.
The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case
of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of
any kind when used improperly.
Chain Saw Kick Back Warning:
Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback:
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back
towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards
the operator with tremendous force.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious
personal injury. As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting 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:
xMaintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles, with both
hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the
chain saw.
xDo not overreach. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the chain
saw in unexpected situations.
xOnly use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement
bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
xFollow the manufacturer's sharpening, lubricating and maintenance instructions for the saw
chain.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHAINSAWS
a) Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating. Before
you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything.
A moment of inattention while operating chain saw may cause entanglement of your clothing or body
with the chain saw.
b) Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the
front handle.Holding the chain saw with a reversed hand configuration increases the risk of personal
injury.
c) Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw chain may contact
hidden wiring. Saw chains contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
“live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
d) Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further protective equipment for head, hands,
legs, and feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by flying
debris.
e) Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when standing on a fixed, secure,
and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or
control of the chain saw. Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in personal injury.
f) When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back. When the tension in the wood
fibers is released, the spring-loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the chain saw out of
control.
g) Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the saw
chain / blade and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.
h) Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched off and away from your
body. When transporting or storing the chain saw and hedge trimmer always fit the cover.
Proper handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw
chain or sharp stationary chain.
i) Follow instructions for lubrication, chain tensioning and changing accessories. An improperly
tensioned or lubricated chain may break and increases the chance for kickback.
j) Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery making
the chainsaw difficult to control.
k) Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purposes not intended. For example: do not use
chain saw for cutting plastic, masonry, or non-wood building materials. Use of the chain saw for
operations different than intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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PARTS DIAGRAM
Before using the equipment
1. Charging the battery
This battery pack is shipped partially charged – fully charge before using it the first time.
a) Plug the charger adapter into power source.
The green light on the charger stand will
illuminate, indicating the charger is powered.
b) Slide the battery all the way into the charger
stand until it locks in place with a click. The red
light on the charger stand will illuminate,
indicating that the battery is charging.
c) The red light will go off after charging is complete and a green light will appear.
2. Insertion/removal of rechargeable battery
a) Depress the battery-release button located on the
front of the battery pack to release battery pack.
b) Pull the battery pack out and remove it from the tool.
NOTE:
The lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time and will not develop a “memory” when
charged after only a partial discharge. It is not necessary to run down the battery pack
charge before recharging – you can “top-off” your battery pack’s charge as needed.
Due to lithium-ion’s fade-free properties, the only time it is necessary to charge the lithium-
ion battery pack is when the pack has reached the end of its charge. To signal the end of
charge, power to the tool will drop quickly. Charge the battery pack as needed.
Batteries may become warm while charging. This is normal. If the battery is hot after
continuous use in the tool, allow it to cool down to room temperature before charging. This
will extend the life of your batteries.
Caution! Do not fit the battery until the equipment has been fully assembled
and all the settings have been properly adjusted. Always wear protective gloves
when working on the equipment to protect yourself against injury.
Warning!
Always disconnect the battery pack from the tool before any assembly, adjustments
or changing accessories. Be sure to read the following information before you put
the cordless equipment into operation.
3. Unpacking
After unpacking, check the contents for completeness and potential transport damage. If a
part is missing or damaged, please contact the seller.
a) Open the packaging and remove the device carefully.
b) Remove the packaging material as well as the packaging and transport bracing (if
available).
c) Check that the delivery is complete.
d) Check the device and accessory parts for transport damage.
e) If possible, store the packaging until the warranty period has expired.
Installation: Installing the guide bar and saw chain
WARNING! The teeth of the saw chain are very sharp! Protective gloves must be worn
during all work on the chain.
Risk of injury! An incorrectly installed saw chain leads to uncontrolled cutting behavior by
the device! When fitting chain, observe the prescribed running direction!
4. Installing the guide bar
a) Place the chainsaw on a level surface.
b) Release the Chain Tensioning Wheel and take off the chain cover.
c) Place the saw chain around the guide bar, starting at the top section of the bar.
Insert the saw chain in the circumferential groove. When inserting the chain,
observe the correct running direction of the chain
d) Place the guide bar with the elongated hole on the stud bolt and guide bolt on the
chainsaw. Run the saw chain around the chain wheel.
e) Put the chain covers sign and the adjust knob’s sign in alignment.(Fig.1)
Fig. 1
f) Fit the chain cover. Turn the handwheel clockwise to tighten.(Fig.2)
Fig.2
g) Use the adjustment knob to adjust the chain tension.(Fig. 3)
The saw chain must not sag, but it should be possible to pull it 1-2 millimeters away
from the guide bar in the center of the guide bar.
Fig. 3
NOTE: The tension of a new chain must be checked after a few minutes in operation,
and adjusted if necessary. To do so switch the device off. Remove the battery and apply
the chain brake.
WARNING!
Always check that the chain brake is working properly before use. If not, do not use the
chainsaw and have it repaired by a qualified specialist or a specialist workshop.
The chain saw is equipped with protective equipment activated by a chain brake, which
brings the chain to a standstill within a fraction of a second in the event of kickback. With
kickback, the chain brake will be trigged automatically through the contact of the hand
guard with the left hand. It is critical to always hold the chainsaw tight in both hands!
5. Manual activation of the chain brake Push the hand guard forward (toward the bar).
6. Releasing the chain brake Pull the hand guard in the direction of rear handle.
7. Checking the chain brake
a. Set the chainsaw down on a firm surface and release the chain brake.
b. Hold the chainsaw tight in both hands.
c. Tilt the hand guard in the direction of the guide bar tip. The chain must come
to an immediate standstill! If not, do not use the chainsaw and have it
repaired by a qualified specialist or a specialist workshop.
8. Regularly maintain the chain brake – after using the chainsaw, regularly clean the
visible mechanisms of the chain brake to remove chips and sawing residues.
9. Maintain Chain lubrication -CAUTION!
The device must only be operated with sufficient chain lubricating oil. Insufficient lubrication
reduces the service life of the device.
Regularly check the oil level by examining the oil level indicator.
Refill the chain oil tank as needed, using specifically designated chainsaw bar oil.
Do not add used oil. Used oil does not have the necessary lubricating characteristics and is
unsuitable for chain lubrication.
An oil other than the recommended oil can cause damage to the rail, chain and lubrication
system.
Make sure that no dirt gets into the oil tank.
Avoid oil spillages. Always wipe up spilled oil.
10.Checking the Bar Oil Reserve
a) Check the oil level indicator (B) to
make sure sufficient chain oil is
available for lubrication.
b) Unscrew the oil tank cap (A). Before
opening, clean the tank cover and
filling nozzle if necessary.
c) Carefully add the chain lubricating
oil until it reaches the top mark on
the oil level indicator (B).
11.Checking the chain lubrication
a) Start the device (see section “Switching on and off”).
b) Hold the running saw chain approx. 6” above a suitable surface for a short time and
observe the chain in operation. With sufficient chain lubrication, a light track will
appear due to the oil sprayed from the saw chain.
12. Switching on the device
WARNING! Make sure the saw chain is not yet applied to the cut and that no other
objects are touched. Risk of injury!
a) Hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands and make sure that no persons (in
particular children) or animals are in the immediate vicinity.
b) Make sure that the chain brake is released before starting the chainsaw. To do so,
draw the hand guard back in the direction of the bow-type handle.
c) Press and hold down the switch lock (1).
d) Press the on/off switch (2). The chainsaw starts running.
e) Release the switch lock(1) again.
13. Switching off the device:
Release the on/off (2) switch.
Caution!
In an emergency, stop the chainsaw by
releasing the on/off switch.
14. OPERATION -- Do not operate the chainsaw with a defective or badly worn cutting
chain. Familiarize yourself with chainsaw sawing technique in detail before use Never
allow children to operate the chainsaw. Do not allow persons to use the chainsaw, if
they have not read the operating manual or received appropriate instructions for the
safe and correct use of the chainsaw.
We recommend attending a suitable training course.
The information provided here is for supplementary purposes only!
Before every use
•Ch
eck all parts are secure and inspect for visible defects.
•Check the device for correct chain tension.
•Test the function of the chain brake.
• Check chain lubrication.
• Check for any leaks.
Holding the device correctly -- Risk of injury!
• Never work on unstable ground!
•Never work above shoulder height!
•Never work when standing on ladders!
•Do not bend too far when working and stand with both legs firmly on the ground.
•Only use the device when the weather and terrain conditions are favorable!
• Be aware of obstacles in the working area.
• During work, always hold the device tightly in both hands!
How to saw correctly
• Scan the working area and remove any interfering objects.
•Before beginning work, thoroughly examine the chainsaw.
•Switch on the chainsaw before applying it to the cut.
•Exert gentle even pressure on the device and do not apply excessive force.
• If possible, engage the device to the branch you wish to saw with the claw stop.
Pay close attention to your work and the operation/performance of the chainsaw.
•I
f the chain touches a foreign body, or the operation noise intensifies, or the device
vibrates unusually heavily, switch off the motor and allow the device to come to a halt.
Remove the battery and implement the following measures: check for damage, check for
loose parts and replace damaged parts with equivalent parts or have them repaired.
15. AFTER USE
Always switch off the device before setting the device down. The saw chain will run on
for a short time after stop the motor, wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill, remove battery, place the protective sheath on the cutting unit, apply chain
brake, leave the device to cool down.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
Always remove the battery from the device before all work on the device. There is
significant danger of injury due to the sharp cutting teeth! Wear safety gloves.
In the interest of your safety!
Only perform the maintenance work described here yourself. All other work - in particular
motor maintenance and repairs-must be performed by a qualified specialist.
Unprofessional work can lead to device damage and therefore also to injuries.
Cleaning and maintenance overview:
After every use, clean the device.
Regularly, depending on the conditions of use
• Re-tighten the saw chain.
• Clean guide bar oil guide groove.
• Sharpen the saw chain.
• Check the saw chain oil level, top up if necessary.
Cleaning
WARNING! Do not use water or liquid cleaning products.
CAUTION! Clean the device after every use. An unclean device will lead to material
damage and malfunctions.
• Use a damp cloth and a soft brush to clean the device.
•Take off the chain over and then remove the deposits on the guide rail, saw chain, chain
wheel and chain cover with a soft brush.
•Keep the ventilation slots clean and free of dust.
Re-tightening the saw chain
The saw chain must not sag, although it should be possible to pull it 1-2 mm away from the
guide bar in the center of the guide bar. To adjust, turn the hand wheel counter-clockwise,
sufficiently that the guide bar can be moved by hand.
•Turn the chain tensioning wheel, so that the chain is tensioned.
•Turn the saw chain by hand, to check it runs freely. It must glide freely in the rail.
•Tighten the hand wheel for fastening the rail and chain cover.
NOTE
The tension of a new chain must be checked after a few minutes in operation and adjusted
if necessary.
Cleaning the guide bar oil guide groove
•Di
smantle the guide bar.
•Cl
ean the oil guide groove of dirt with a suitable tool.
•Use a plastic spatula, do not use steel tools!
• Refit the guard bar.
Sharpening the saw chain
Special tools are required to sharpen the saw chain; these ensure that the chain cutting
edges are sharpened at the correct angle and to the correct depth.
We recommend having the saw chain sharpened by a specialist.
Service information
Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear
and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consumables,
STORAGE
Empty the oil
a) Screw off the oil tank cap.
b) Drain oil into a container thoroughly.
c) Reinstall the oil tank cap.
•Store the machine, operating instructions and where necessary the accessories in the
original packaging. In this way you will always have all the information and parts ready to
hand.
•Pack the device well or use the original packaging in order to avoid transit damage.
•Store the machine in dry and well-ventilated surroundings and with the oil tank empty.
•St
ore the battery and the device separately from each other.
•Ch
arge the battery before storing it for the winter.
•In case of longer breaks between use, always drain the chain lubricating oil.
•Place the protective sheath on the cutting unit.
•Keep the device, and its plastic components in particular, always from brake fluid,
products containing oil, penetrating oil etc.
•Fer
tilizers and other garden chemicals contain substances which can have a heavily
corrosive effect on metal parts. Do not store the device close to the substances.
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