Yard force LS G30A User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
40V CORDLESS CHAIN SAW
Original Instructions
LS G30A & LS G30W
Hotline: [phone]
Monday/Friday: 9.00am to 4.30pm
Saturday: 9.00am to 3.00pm
Email: [email protected]

Description of Product Parts 01
Technical Specications 03
Intended Use 03
Safety Information 04
Assembly 18
Adjustment 20
Knowledge of kickback 22
Operation 25
Storing and Maintenance 34
Troubleshooting 35
Warranty Conditions 36
LS G30A & LS G30W Original Instruction
CONTENT

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Fig 1
Fig 2
Fig 3 Fig 4
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25 8
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DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT PARTS

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WARNING! If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this tool until the
missing parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
NOTE! Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling schemes.
Parts List
As shown in Fig 1-4
1. Rear handle
2. Lock-off button
3. On/off trigger switch
4. Oil tank cap
5. Oil tank watching window
6. Front handle
7. Hand guard (chain brake actuating lever)
8. Chain blade
9. Saw rail
10. SDS tension knob
11. Clutch cover
12. Clamp knob
13. Tension pin
Check the delivery parts (Fig 5)
Battery pack and charger are sold separately.
Carefully remove the machine from its packaging and check as the following parts are
complete:
14. Locking pin
15. Sprocket
16. Battery pack (sold with AL GC2A only)
17. Battery pack release button
18. Power indicator button
19. Power indicator
20. Charger (sold with AL G40A only)
21. Green /Red led
22. Electric contacts
23. Plug
24. Gripping teeth
25. Catcher
Fig 5
E
C
B
D
G
F
A
A. Motor head
B. Saw rail
C. Saw blade
D. Blade cover
E. Charger (sold with AL G40A
only)
F. Battery pack (sold with AL
GC2A only)
G. Manual
DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT PARTS

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Model LS G30A&LS G30W
Nominal voltage of product with battery 40 V d.c.
No load chain speed 11.3 m/s
Bar Length 300mm (12”) Oregen 124MLEA041
Chain Oregen 90PX045X (chain pitch 0.375”)
Guaranteed sound power level 98 dB(A)
Net weight 5.5 kg
Vibrations ah: 3.5 m/s² K=1.5 m/s²
Battery pack Model AL G40A
Battery capacity 4.0Ah
Battery charging time Max. 2.0hr
Battery charger Model AL GC2A
Input 220-240V AC,
50/60Hz 100W
Output 40V d.c. 2A
Protection class II
* The following information :
-That declared vibration total value has been measured in accordance with a standard test
method and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
-That declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of expo-
sure.
WARNING :
Depending on the actual use of the product the vibration values can differ from the declared
total!
Adopt proper measures to protect yourself against vibration exposure! Take the whole work
process including times the product is running under no load or switched off into consideration!
This Chain saw has been designed for cutting Tree or Log.
The machine 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 manuafacturer will be liable for any damage or
injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial , trade or indus-
trial applications . our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial , trade or
industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
INTENDED USE

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IMPORTANT
Please read these instructions fully before assembling and
operating.
Description of symbols
Symbols are used in this manual to attract your attention to possible risks. The safety sym-
bols and the explications which accompany them must be perfectly understood. The warning
themselves do not prevent the risks and cannot be a substitute for proper methods of avoiding
accidents.
Warning symbols on the machine
Read the instructions for use before use
This symbol, before a safety comment, indicates a precaution, a
warning or a danger. Ignoring this warning can lead to an accident
for yourself or for others. To limit the risk of injury, re, or electrocu-
tion always apply the recommendations indicated.
Wear ear protection. Eye protection and gloves when using the
product.
Do not expose and operate the tool in rain.
Wear suitably sturdy shoes when operation the device.
Both of the operator’s hands must be used to operate the chain
saw.
Wear close-tting work clothes when operating the device.
Contact of the guide bar tip with any object must be avoided.
WARNING! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide
bar touches an object, and cause a lightning fast reverse reaction,
kicking the guide bar up and towards the operator, may cause seri-
ous personal injury.
Never operate a chain saw holding it with one hand only.
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Bar length 300 mm, Maximum cutting length 240mm
Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with house-
hold waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check your Local
Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Warning Symbols on the charger
Warning!
Before any use, refer to the corresponding paragraph in the pres-
ent manual.
The charger is for indoor use only.
Double insulation.
Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark.
Warning Symbols on the battery pack
Batteries contain Li-ion, waste batteries should be sorted for eco-
friendly. Do not dispose of waste batteries as unsorted municipal
waste.
Do not throw into water.
Do not litter to re.
Do not subject the battery to strong sunlight over long periods and
do not leave it on a heater(max.45oC).
Take batteries to an old battery collection point where they will be
recycled in an environ-mentally friendly manner.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with house-
hold waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check your Local
Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark.
SAFETY INFORMATION

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instruc-
tions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock,re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future refer-
ence. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to
your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-
operated (cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit.Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable liq-
uids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operat-
ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical safety
1. 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. Unmodied plug sand matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. 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.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
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risk of electric shock.
4. 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 in-
crease the risk of electric shock.
5. 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 elec-
tric shock.
6. 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
NOTE: The term “residual current device(RCD)” may
be replaced by the term “ground fault circuit interrupt-
er (GFCI)” or “earth leakage circuit breaker(ELCB)”
Personal safety
1. 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 inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off-position before connecting to power
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source and/or battery pack, picking up or carry-
ing the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger
on the switch or energising power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turn-
ing the power tool on. A wrench or a key left at-
tached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used. Use of dust col-
lection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct pow-
er tool for your application. The correct power tool
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
2. 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.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
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or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren 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.
5. Maintain power tools. 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 accidentsare caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. 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 haz-
ardous situation.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of re when used
with another battery pack.
2. Use power tools only with specically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and re.
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3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paperclips, 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 re.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acciden-
tally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from
the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY PACK
1. Do not dismantle, open or shred cells or battery
pack.
2. Do not short-circuit a battery pack. Do not store bat-
tery packs haphazardly in a box or drawer where
they may short circuit each other or be short-circuited
by conductive materials. 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 re.
3. Do not expose battery pack to heat or re. Avoid
storage in direct sunlight.
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4. Do not subject battery pack to mechanical shock.
5. In the event of battery leaking, do not allow the liquid
to come into contact with the skin or eyes. If contact
has been made, wash the affected area with copious
amounts of water and seek medical advice.
6. Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or battery
pack has been swallowed.
7. Keep battery pack clean and dry.
8. Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean dry cloth
if they become dirty.
9. Battery pack needs to be charged before use. Always
refer to this instruction and use the correct charging
procedure.
10. Do not maintain battery pack on charge when not in
use.
11. After extended periods of storage, it may be neces-
sary to charge and discharge the battery pack sev-
eral times to obtain maximum performance.
12. Battery pack gives its best performance when it is
operated at normal room temperature (20 °C ± 5 °C).
13. When disposing of battery packs, keep battery packs
of different electrochemical systems separate from
each other.
14. Recharge only with the charger specied by manu-
facturer. Do not use any charger other than that spe-
cically provided for use with the equipment. A char-
ger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of re when used with another battery
pack.
15. Do not use any battery pack which is not designed
for use with the equipment.
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16. Keep battery pack out of the reach of children.
17. Retain the original product literature for future refer-
ence.
18. Remove the battery from the equipment when not in
use.
19. Dispose of properly.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR YOUR BAT-
TERY CHARGER
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instruc-
tions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future refer-
ence.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (in-
cluding children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concern-
ing use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Additional Safety Instructions For Your Battery
Charger
1. Before charging, read the instructions.
2. After charging, disconnect the battery charger from
the supply mains. Then remove the chassis connec-
tion and then the battery connection.
3. Do not charge a leaking battery.
4. Do not use chargers for works other than those for
which they are designed.
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5. Before charging, ensure your charger is matching the
local AC supply.
6. For indoor use, or do not expose to rain.
7. The charging device must be protected from mois-
ture.
8. Do not use the charging device in the open.
9. Do not short out the contacts of battery or charger.
10. Respect the polarity “+/-” when charging.
11. Do not open the unit and keep out of the reach of
children.
12. Do not charge the batteries of other manufactures or
ill-suited models.
13. Ensure that the connection between the battery char-
ger and battery is correctly positioned and is not ob-
structed by foreign bodies.
14. Keep battery charger’s slots are free of foreign ob-
jects and protect against dirt and humidity. Store in a
dry and frost-free place.
15. When charging batteries, ensure that the battery
charger is in a well-ventilated area and away from
inammable materials. Batteries can get hot during
charging. Do not overcharge any batteries. Ensure
that batteries and chargers are not left unsupervised
during charging.
16. Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries, as they
can overheat and break.
17. Longer life and better performance can be obtained if
the battery pack is charged when the air temperature
is between 18oC and 24oC. Do not charge the battery
pack in air temperatures below 0oC, or above 45oC.
This is important as it can prevent serious damage to
the battery pack.
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18. Charge only battery pack of the same model provid-
ed by manufacturer and of models recommended by
manufacturer.
CORDLESS CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
1. 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 saws may cause entanglement
of your clothing or body with the saw chain.
2. 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
conguration increases the risk of personal injury
and should never be done.
NOTE. For chain saws designed with the guide bar
on the left side, the reference to “right hand” and “left
hand” positioning is reversed.
3. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Fur-
ther protective equipment for head, hands, legs
and feet is recommended. Adequate protective
clothing will reduce personal injury by ying debris or
accidental contact with the saw chain.
4. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree. Operation of
a chain saw while up in a tree may result in personal
injury.
5. Always keep proper footing and operate the
chain saw only when standing on xed, secure
and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces
such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or con-
trol of the chain saw.
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6. When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert
for spring back. When the tension in the wood -
bers is released the spring loaded limb may strike the
operator and/or throw the chain saw out of control.
7. Use extreme caution when cutting brush and
saplings. The slender material may catch the saw
chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off bal-
ance.
8. Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the
chain saw switched off and away from your body.
When on transporting or storing the chain saw
always ts the guide bar cover. Proper handling of
the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental
contact with the moving saw chain.
9. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain ten-
sioning and changing accessories. Improperly
tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or
increase the chance for kickback.
10. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing
loss of control.
11. Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purpos-
es not intended. For example: do not use chain
saw for cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood
building materials. Use of the chain saw for opera-
tions different than intended could result in a hazard-
ous situation.
12. 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,
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kicking the guide bar up and back towards the opera-
tor. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide
bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the
operator. Either of these reactions may cause you
to lose control of the saw which could result in seri-
ous personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the
safety devices built into your saw. As a chain saw
user, you should take several steps to keep your cut-
ting jobs free from accident or injury. Kickback is the
result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating pro-
cedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking
proper precautions as given below:
• Maintain a rm grip, with thumbs and ngers en-
circling 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.
• Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder
height.
• This helps prevent unintended tip contact and en-
ables better control of the chain saw in unexpected
situations.
• Only use replacement bars and chains specied
by the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement bars
and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kick-
back.
• Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and main-
tenance instructions for the saw chain. Decreas-
ing the depth gauge height can lead to increased
kickback.
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13. Cut the wood in right direction.
14. Before use the chain saw, be sure to check the chain
and bar in tension. Don’t use the chain saw if the
chain and bar are loose. Also conrm with that no ab-
normality exists by actual test running.
15. Do not operate in rain.
16. Switch off and remove the battery pack when not in
use, and before performing maintenance or adjust-
ments.
17. Pull out the battery pack before you change or ad-
just the bar and chain Use only suitable bar Oregon /
124MLEA041 and chain Oregon / 90PX045X.
18. Never leave the machine unattended in rooms with
children.
19. Keep the machine out of children’s reach.
20. The rst-time user should, as a minimum practice,
cutting logs on a saw-horse or cradle.
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