Zombi ZCS5817 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CORDLESS 58 VOLT CHAIN SAW WITH LITHIUM 4AH BATTERY PACK
BRUSHLESS MOTOR
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ZCS5817
Your chain saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual
before using this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. OPERATING, ASSEMBLY, PART, SERVICE QUESTIONS? Call 1-800-313-5111
BETWEEN 8:00AM-5:00PM EST FOR ASSISTANCE.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE.
CA Compliant Charger Included (Model No. ZBCH5817)
TM

TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:
Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and
understands all safety instructions and other information
contained in this manual.
CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection
during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise
from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use
and in instructing others.
WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
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WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 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.
Work area safety
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
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.
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.
• 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 ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the
risk of electric shock.
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 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, clothing and gloves 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.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
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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 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.
• 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. 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.
Battery tool use and care
• Recharge only with the 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.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated
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
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.
• When servicing a power tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.
CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
• 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.
• 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 and should never be
done.
• 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.
• 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 or accidental
contact with the saw chain.
• Do not operate a chain saw in a tree. Operation of a
chain saw while up in a tree may result in personal
injury.
• Always keep proper footing and operate the chain
saw only when standing on fixed, secure and level
surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders
may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw.
• When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert
for spring back. When the tension in the wood fibres is
released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator
and/or throw the chain saw out of control.

CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
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• 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
balance.
• 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 always
fit the guide bar cover. Proper handling of the chain
saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with
the moving saw chain.
• Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning
and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or
lubricated chain may either break or increase 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 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.
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.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of
the saw which could result in serious 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 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:
• Maintain 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.
• Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder
height. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and
enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected
situations.
• Only use replacement bars and chains specified by
the manufacturer. Incorrect replacement bars and
chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
• Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased
kickback.
WARNING: California Proposition 65: This product
contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defect or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: Some dust and debris created by the use of this
tool could contain chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
 Chemicals in fertilizers
 Compounds in insecticides, herbicides and
pesticides
 Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber
Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies,
depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure, work in a well-ventilated area and with
approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
WARNING: Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires no assembly.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the
box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are
included.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully
inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not
operate this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to
heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-313-5111 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
 Chain Saw with Bar and Chain Assembled
 Bar Cover
 Combination Wrench
 Charger and Battery Pack
 Instruction Manual
FEATURES
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
ZCS5817
Input………………………………………....…...........58 V, DC Only
Bar Length………………………………………....…..16-in
Oil Tank Capacity…………………………….......….170 ml
Weight………………….……………………………….13.7 lbs.
- Automatic oiling pump system—Protective bar cover—Rubber over molded handle -
BAR COVER
CHARGER
BAR
CHAIN
BATTERY RELEASE BUTTON
CHAIN BRAKE / HAND GUARD
FRONT HANDLE
REAR HANDLE
TRIGGER SWITCH
CHAIN TENSION KNOB
BATTERY PACK
TRIGGER
RELEASE BUTTON
BAR MOUNTING NUTS

OPERATING
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TO TURN THE TOOL ON
Pull the trigger release button in with your thumb and then
squeeze the trigger with your fingers. (Once the tool is
running, you can release the trigger release button). To
turn the tool OFF, release the trigger.
WARNING: To guard against injury, observe the following:
Read instruction manual before using,
Save instruction manual.
Keep hands away from chain.
Keep hands on handles. Don’t overreach.
A good, firm grip on the saw with both hands will help you
maintain control. Don’t let go. Grip the rear handle with your
right hand whether you are right or left handed. Wrap the
fingers of your left hand over and around the front handle,
and your left thumb under the front handle.
CHAIN OILING SYSTEM (Fig 2)
Make sure you follow the instructions in maintenance for
putting oil in the chain saw.
CAUTION: Failure to lubricate the chain will cause damage to
the bar and chain. Use only a goof quality bar and chain oil
or, if not available, unused SAE 30 weight motor oil may be
substituted.
NOTE: It is normal for oil to seep from the saw when not in
use. To prevent seepage, empty the oil tank after each use.
When storing the unit for a long period of time (3 months or
longer) be sure the chain is lightly lubricated; this will prevent
rust on the chain and bar sprocket.
■ Use bar and chain lubricant (not provided) that is
formulated to perform over a wide temperature range with
no dilution required.
NOTE: Do not use dirty, used or otherwise contaminated
oils. Damage may occur to the bar or chain.
■ Carefully pour the bar and chain oil into the tank.
■ Check and fill the oil tank when battery is recharged, or as
needed.
NOTE: It is normal for lubricant to seep from the saw when
not in use. To prevent seepage, empty the oil tank after each
use. When storing the unit for a long period of time (three
months or longer) be sure the chain is lightly lubricated; this
will prevent rust on the chain and bar sprocket. Make sure oil
tank lid is tightly closed.
TO INSTALL/REMOVE BATTERY PACK
This product will accept Zombi 58 V lithium battery packs
only. For best performance, use only a 58V, 4Ah battery with
this chain saw.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s
Manuals for your battery pack and charger models.
WARNING: Always remove battery pack from your tool
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments,
cleaning, carrying, transporting or when not in use.
Removing battery pack will prevent accidental starting
that could cause serious personal injury.
NOTE: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack and keep hands clear of the trigger release
button when carrying or transporting the tool.
To install battery pack:
■ Align grooves on battery pack with raised ribs in the tool’s
battery port and place the battery pack in the tool. (Fig 1)
WARNING: Make sure the latch on the tool snaps in
place and the battery pack is fully seated and secure in
the battery port before beginning operation. Failure to
securely seat the battery pack could cause the battery
pack to fall out, resulting in serious personal injury.
To remove battery pack:
■ Press the battery release button on the tool and
pull the battery pack out.
NOTE: Remove battery pack from unit. Fill oil tank with
bar and chain lubricant (not provided) before starting
the chain saw. Failure to lubricate the chain will cause
damage to the bar and chain. (Fig 2)
Fig. 1
Fig.2
BATTERY RELEASE
BUTTON

OPERATING
WARNING: Do Not use the chain saw with any type of
accessory or attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.
Operating the Chain Brake / Front Hand Guard
Check the operating position of the chain brake prior to
each use.
■ Using the back of your left hand, engage the chain brake
by pushing the chain brake /front hand guard toward the bar
while the chain is rotating rapidly. (Fig. 3)
■ Reset the chain brake back into the RUN position by
grasping the top of the chain brake /front hand guard and
pulling toward the front handle until you hear a click. (Fig. 4)
WARNING: If the chain brake/front hand guard does not
stop the chain immediately, or if the chain brake/front hand
guard will not stay in the run position without assistance,
take the saw to an authorized service center for repair prior
to use.
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Fig 3
Fig 4
INSTALLING/REPLACING THE GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN
DANGER: Never start the motor before installing the
guide bar, chain, chain cover and chain cover lock knob.
Without all these parts in place, the clutch can fly off or
explode, exposing the user to possible serious injury.
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, read and
understand all the safety instructions provided.
WARNING: Before performing any maintenance, remove
the battery pack from the saw. Failure to heed this warning
could result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION: Always wear gloves when handling the bar and
chain; these components are sharp and may contain burrs.
WARNING: Never touch or adjust the chain while the
motor is running. The saw chain is very sharp; always wear
protective gloves when performing maintenance to the
chain to avoid possible serious lacerations.
NOTE: When replacing the guide bar and chain, use only
identical replacement parts.
WARNING: Remove the battery from saw.
• Loosen the chain by turning the chain tensioning knob
counterclockwise. Remove the bar mounting nuts from
the cover using the combination wrench provided.
Remove the chain cover. (Fig.5)
• Remove the bar and chain from the mounting surface.
(Fig. 6)
Fig.5
Chain Tensioning
Knob
Bar Mounting
Nuts
Fig 6

• Replace the chain cover ensuring that the adjusting pin in
the chain cover is in the bar chain tensioning pin hole and
that both bar studs are securely in their respective holes in
the chain cover. (Fig 10)
• Replace the chain cover and bar mounting nuts.
Finger-tighten the bar mounting nuts. The bar must be free
to move for tension adjustment. (Fig 11)
• Remove all slack from the chain by turning the chain
tensioner clockwise until the chain seats snugly against the
bar with the drive links in the bar groove. (Fig 12)
• Fully tighten the two bar mounting nuts.
The chain is correctly tensioned when there is no sag on the
underside of the guide bar, the chain is snug, but it can be
turned by hand without binding.
NOTE: If chain is too tight, it will not rotate. Turn the chain
tensioner 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Lift the tip of the guide bar
up and retighten the knob. Ensure that the chain will rotate
without binding.
NOTE: A new chain tends to stretch, check chain tension
frequently and tension as required.
INSTALLING/REPLACING THE GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN
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• Remove the old chain from the bar.
• Lay out the new saw chain in a loop and straighten any links.
The cutters should face in the direction of the chain rotation.
If they face backwards, turn the loop over. (Fig 7)
• Place the chain drive links into the bar groove.
NOTE: Make certain of the direction of the chain.
• Position the chain so there is a loop at the back of the bar.
(Fig 8)
• Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop
around the sprocket.
• Fit the bar flush against the mounting surface so that the bar
studs are in the long slot of the bar. (Fig 9)
Fig. 7
Fig 8
Fig 10
Fig 11
Fig 12
Fig 9

CHAIN TENSION AND MAINTENANCE
CHAIN TENSION
Remove the battery before setting the chain tension. Make sure the
guide bar screw is loosened to finger tight, turn the chain tensioner
clockwise to tension the chain. A cold chain will be correctly tensioned
when there is no slack on the underside of the guide bar, the chain is
snug, but it can be turned by hand without binding.
Chain must be re-tensioned whenever the flats on the drive links hang
out of the bar groove.
During normal saw operation, the temperature of the chain will
increase. The drive links of a correctly tensioned warm chain will
hang approximately .050 in. (1.25mm) out of the bar groove.(Fig 13)
Be aware that chain tensioned while warm, may be too tight upon
cooling. Check the “cold tension” before next use.
NOTE: A new chain tends to stretch, check chain tension frequently
and tension as required.
CHAIN MAINTENANCE
Use only low kickback chain on this saw.
WARNING: Remove the battery pack and make sure the chain
has stopped before you do any work on the saw.
For smooth and fast cutting, chain needs to be maintained properly.
The chain requires sharpening when the wood chips are small and
powdery, the chain must be forced through the wood during cutting,
or the chain cuts to one side. During maintenance of your chain
remember:
- Improper filing angle of the side plate can increase the risk of
severe kickback.
- Raker (depth gauge) clearance.
- Too low increases the potential for kickback.
- Not low enough decreases cutting ability.
- If cutter teeth have hit hard objects such as nails and stones, or
have been abraded by
mud or sand on the
wood, have service
dealer sharpen chain.
NOTE: Inspect the drive
sprocket for wear or damage
when replacing the chain.
If signs of wear or damage
are present in the areas
indicated, have the drive sprocket replaced. Call our customer
service help line at 1-800-313-5111 for assistance.
HOW TO SHARPEN THE CUTTERS
Be careful to file all cutters to the specified angles and to the same
length, as fast cutting can be obtained only when all cutters are
uniform.
Wear gloves for protection. Properly tension the chain prior to
sharpening. Refer to “Chain Tension Section” earlier in this manual.
Do all of your filing at the midpoint of the bar.
Use a 5/32 in. diameter
round file and holder.
Keep the file level with
the top plate of the tooth.
Do not let the file dip or
rock. Using light but firm
pressure, stroke towards
the front corner of the
tooth. ( Fig 14)
Lift file away from the steel on each return stroke.
Put a few firm strokes on every
tooth. File all left hand cutters
in one direction. Then move to
the other side and file the right
hand cutters in the opposite
direction. Occasionally remove
filing from the file with a wire
brush. ( Fig 15)
WARNING: Improper chain sharpening increases the potential of
kickback.
WARNING: Failure to replace or repair damaged chain can cause
serious injury.
WARNING: The saw chain is very sharp, always wear protective
gloves when performing maintenance to the chain.
TOP PLATE FILING ANGLE ( Fig 16)
Correct 30 degrees – File holders are marked with guide marks to
align file properly to produce top plate angle.
Less than 30 degrees – for
cross cutting.
More than 30 degrees –
feathered edge dulls quickly.
SIDE PLATE ANGLE (Fig 17)
Correct – 80 degrees produced automatically if correct diameter file
is used in file holder.
Hook – “Grabs” and dulls quickly.
Increases potential of kickback.
Results from using a file with a
diameter too small, or file held to
low.
Backward Slope – Needs too much feed pressure, causes excessive
wear to bar and chain. Results from using a file with a diameter too
large, or file held too high.
DEPTH GAUGE CLEARANCE
(Fig 18,19,20)
The depth gauge should be
maintained at a clearance of .025
in. (0.6 mm). Use a depth gauge
tool for checking the depth gauge clearances.
Every time the chain is filed, check the depth gauge clearance
Use a flat file and a depth gauge
jointer to lower all gauges uniformly.
Depth gauge jointers are available
in .020 in. to .035 in. (0.5 mm to 0.9
mm). Use a .025 in. (0.6 mm) depth
gauge jointer. After lowering each
depth gauge, restore original shape
by rounding the front. Be careful not to
damage adjoining drive links with the
edge of the file.
Depth gauges must be adjusted with
the flat file in the same direction the
adjoining cutter was filed with the
round file. Use care not to contact cutter face with flat file when
adjusting depth gauges.
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Approx. .050 (1.25mm)
Fig 13
Fig 14
Fig 15
Fig 16
Fig 17
Fig 18
Fig 19
Fig 20

OPERATING
The following precautions should be followed to
minimize kickback:
1. Always grip the saw firmly with both hands. Hold the saw
firmly with both hands when the unit is running. Place
your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on
the front handle with your thumbs and fingers encircling
the chain saw handles. A firm grip together with a stiff left
arm will help you maintain control of the saw if kickback
occurs.
2. Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free
from obstructions. Do not let the nose of the guide bar
contact a log, branch, fence or any other obstruction that
could be hit while you are operating the saw.
3. Always cut with the unit running at full speed. Fully
squeeze the throttle trigger and maintain a steady cutting
speed.
Push and Pull – This reaction force is always opposite to the
direction the chain is moving where wood contact is made.
Thus, the operator must be ready to control the PULL when
cutting on the bottom edge of the bar, and PUSH when
cutting along the top edge.
Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.
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WARNING: Do not operate chain saw in a tree, on a
ladder, or on a scaffold; this is extremely dangerous.
CAUTION: Chain coasts after turned off.
Do not use under wet conditions.
Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush,
saplings or limbs under tension, because slender and tense
material may catch the saw and be whipped toward you,
pull you off balance or spring back.
Do not cut vines and/or small underbrush.
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this type of tool to
make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
Before you start the unit, make sure the chain saw is not
contacting any object.
WARNING: Kickback may occur when the moving chain
contacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the
guide bar or when the wood closes in and pinches the chain
saw in the cut. Contact at the upper portion of the tip of the
guide bar can cause the chain to dig into the object and
stop the chain for an instant. The result is a lightening fast,
reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back
toward the operator. If the chain saw is pinched along the
top of the guide bar, the guide bar can be driven rapidly
back toward the operator. Either of these reactions can
cause loss of saw control which can result in serious injury.
Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into the
saw. As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to
keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS

CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS
Proper Cutting Stance
Weight should be balanced with both feet on solid ground.
Keep left arm with elbow locked in a “straight arm” position to
withstand any kickback force.
Your body should always be to the left of the chain line.
Basic Cutting Procedure
Small trees up to 6-7inches in diameter are usually cut in
a single cut. Large trees require notch cuts. Notch cuts
determine the direction the tree will fall.
WARNING: If the tree starts to fall in the wrong direction, or if
the saw gets caught or hung up during the fall, leave the saw
and save yourself.
WARNING: Periodically glance at the top of the tree during
the back-cut to assure the tree is going to fall in the desired
direction.
Practice cutting a few small logs using the following technique
to get the “feel” of using the saw before you begin a major
sawing operation.
Take the proper stance in front of the wood with the saw off.
(Fig 21)
FELLING A TREE
When bucking and felling operations are being performed by
two or more persons, at the same time, the felling operation
should be separated from the bucking operation by a distance
of at least twice the height of the tree being felled. Trees
should not be 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 utility
company should be notified immediately.
WARNING: Check the tree for damaged or dead branches
that could fall and hit you during felling.
Before any cuts are started, pick your escape route (or routes
in case the intended route is blocked); clear the immediate
area around the tree and make sure there are no obstructions
in your planned path of retreat. A clear path of safe retreat
is approximately 135 degrees from planned line of fall. The
retreat path should extend back and diagonally to the rear of
the expected line of fall. (Fig 22)
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Before felling is started, consider the force and direction of the
wind, the lean and balance of the tree, and the location of large
limbs. These things influence the direction in which the tree will
fall. Do not try to fell a tree along a line different from its natural
line of fall.
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.
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire from the
tree where felling cuts are to be made.
NOTCHED UNDERCUT – Cut a notch about 1/3 diameter of the
tree, perpendicular to the direction of the fall. Make the cuts of
the notch so they intersect at a right angle to the line of fall. This
notch should be cleaned out to leave a straight line. To keep the
weight of the wood off the saw, always make the lower cut of the
notch before the upper cut.
WARNING: Do not fell trees during periods of high wind or heavy
precipitation. Wait to do your cutting until the hazard has ended.
WARNING: Do not cut down trees having an extreme lean
or large trees that have rotten limbs, loose bark, or hollow
trunks. Have these trees pushed or dragged down with heavy
equipment, then cut them up.
FELLING BACK-CUT ( Fig 23,24,25)
The back-cut is always made level and horizontal, and at a
minimum of 2 inches (5cm) above the horizontal cut of the notch.
Never cut through to the notch. Always leave a band of wood
between the notch and back-cut (approximately 2 inches (5cm)
or 1/10 the diameter of the tree). This is called “hinge” or “hinge
wood.” It controls the fall of the tree and prevents slipping or
twisting or shoot-back of the tree off the stump.
On large diameter trees, stop the back
cut before it is deep enough for the tree
to either fall or settle back on the stump.
Then insert soft wooden or plastic wedg-
es into the cut so they do not touch the
chain. The wedges can be driven in, little
by little, to help jack the tree over.
Squeeze the trigger and let the chain accelerate to full speed
before entering the cut.
Hold the saw firmly with both hands. Always keep your left
hand on the front handle and your right hand on the rear
handle so that your body is to the left of the chain line.
Keep the unit running the entire time you are cutting, maintain
a steady speed.
Allow the chain to cut for you; exert only light downward
pressure. If you force the cut, damage to the bar, chain, or
unit can result.
Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut.
When felling a tree, keep everyone a safe distance from the
cutting area. During felling operations, the safe distance
should be at least twice the height of the largest trees in the
felling area. If the tree makes contact with any utility line, the
utility company should be notified immediately.
Always cut with both feet on solid ground to prevent being
pulled off balance.
Do not cut above chest height, as a saw held higher is difficult
to control against kickback forces.
WARNING: Check the tree for damaged or dead branches
that could fall and hit you during felling.
WARNING: Do not cut trees near electrical wires or buildings.
WARNING: Never fell a tree or cut a log or limb that has a
diameter greater that the length of the guide bar. Only
properly trained professionals should perform these cuts.
Performing these types of cuts can cause an accident and
result in death or serious personal injury.
Fig 21
Fig 22
Fig 23

CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS
LIMBING (Fig 28)
Limbing is removing branches from a fallen tree.
Work slowly, keeping both hands on the chain saw with a firm
grip. Always make sure your footing is secure and your weight
is distributed evenly on both feet.
Leave the larger support limbs under the tree to keep the tree
off the ground while cutting.
Limbs should be cut one at a time. Remove the cut limbs from
the work area often to help keep the work area clean and safe.
Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to
avoid binding the chain saw.
Keep the tree between you and the chain saw while limbing.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite the branch you are
cutting.
WARNING: Never climb into a tree to limb or prune. Do not
stand on ladders, platforms, a log, or in any position which can
cause you to lose your balance or control of the saw.
PRUNING
Pruning is trimming limbs from a live tree.
Work slowly, keeping both hands on the chain saw with a firm
grip. Always make sure your footing is secure and your weight
is distributed evenly on both feet.
When pruning trees it is important not to make the finishing cut
next to the main limb or trunk until you have cut off the limb
further out to reduce the weight. This prevents stripping the
bark from the main member.
Under-buck the branch 1/3 through for your first cut.
Your second cut should over-buck to drop the branch off.
Now make your finishing cut smoothly and neatly against the
main member so the bark will grow back to seal the wound.
SPRINGPOLES
A springpole is any log, branch, rooted stump, or sapling
which is bent under tension by other wood so that it springs
back if the wood holding it is cut or removed. On a fallen tree,
a rooted stump 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 springpoles, they are dangerous.
They could result in severe or fatal injury.
As the tree starts to fall, stop the chain saw and put it down
immediately. Retreat along the cleared path, but watch
the action in case something falls your way. Be alert for
overhead limbs or branches that may fall and watch your
footing.
WARNING: Never cut through to the notch when making
a back-cut. The hinge controls the fall of the tree, this is a
section of wood between the notch and back-cut
BUCKING
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen tree to the
desired log length.
Always make sure your footing is secure and your weight is
distributed evenly on both feet.
Cut only one log at a time. Support small logs on a saw
horse or another log while bucking.
Keep a clear cutting area. Make sure that no objects can
contact the guide bar nose and chain during cutting, this can
cause kickback.
When bucking on a slope, always stand on the uphill side
of the log. To maintain complete control of the chain saw
when cutting through the log, release the cutting pressure
near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the
chain saw handles. Do not let the chain contact the ground.
After completing the cut, wait for the saw chain to stop
before you move the chain saw. Always stop the motor
before moving from tree to tree.
BUCKING LOGS UNDER STRESS
When the log is supported along its entire length, it should
be cut from the top or over-bucking.
When the log is supported on one end, cut 1/3 diameter from
the underside or under-bucking. Then make the finishing cut
by over-bucking to meet the first cut.
As the log is being cut, it will tend to bend. The saw can
become pinched or hung in the log if you make the first cut
deeper than 1/3 of the diameter of the log.
Give special attention to logs under stress to prevent the bar
and chain from pinching.
OVERBUCKING – Begin on the top side of the log with
the bottom of the saw against the log; exert light pressure
downward. Note that the saw will tend to pull away from you.
(Fig 26)
UNDER-BUCKING – Begin on the under side of the log
with the top of the saw against the log; exert light pressure
upward. During under-bucking, the saw will tend to push
back at you. Be prepared for this reaction and hold the saw
firmly to maintain control. (Fig 27)
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Fig 24 Fig 25
Fig 26 Fig 27
Fig 28

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
When fully charged, the battery can be safety stored in temperatures
down to –4° degrees F for a period of up to four weeks, before requiring
charging. Fully charge battery pack every 90 days.
If over a period of time the battery pack quickly runs down after a full
120 minutes charging period, a replacement battery pack is needed.
To prevent permanent damage to the battery, never store in a
discharged condition.
WINTER STORAGE—Fully recharge before storage and then again
every 90 days.
Since the battery will not develop a memory, it does not have to be fully
discharged before recharging.
A small leakage of liquid from the battery cells may occur under
extreme usage, charging or temperature conditions. This does not
indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage
gets on your skin.
a. Wash quickly with soap and water.
b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or
vinegar.
c. If the battery liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with
clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek
immediate medical attention.
Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided.
Allow at least 120 minutes of charge time for 4Ah battery before
initial use of the chain saw.
Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage,
120volts, 60Hz, AC only.
The battery charger should be operated in temperatures between
32 and 100 degrees F.
The battery should be charged in a cool, dry place.
2 to 3 initial charging/discharging cycles may be required to
achieve maximum run time/capacity.
Do not attempt to open the charger or the unit. There are no
customer serviceable parts inside. Call the customer service help
line at 1-800-313-5111 for assistance.
DO NOT incinerate battery packs even if they are severely
damaged or completely worn out. They can explode in a fire
causing injury.
Use the battery charger indoors only.
Disconnect charger from the power supply when not in use to
prevent damage to the charger during a power surge.
TO CHARGE—SEE CHARGER MANUAL FOR COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Remove the battery pack from the chain saw. Cover the terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble battery
pack or remove any components. This product contains lithium-ion batteries which must be recycled or disposed of properly. Local, state or federal
laws may prohibit disposal of these batteries in ordinary trash.
The RBRC seal on the li-ion battery pack indicates that the costs to recycle the battery pack at the end of its useful life has already been
paid by The Great States Corporation American Lawn Mower Company. It is illegal to place spent li-ion batteries in the local municipal
solid waste or in the trash. RBRC in cooperation with The Great States Corporation American Lawn Mower Company has provided an
environmentally friendly and easy way to recycle spent li-ion batteries. Just contact your local recycling center or call 1-800-8BATTERY
for information on where to drop off the spent battery.
Charger and battery pack
Charger
Battery pack
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Constant Red + Flash Green = Battery is charging
Constant Red + Constant Green = Battery is fully charged

MAINTENANCE
BEFORE USING : Fill oil well with new quality bar and chain
oil, or if unavailable, unused SAE 30 weight motor oil may be
substituted.
If you drop the chain saw, carefully inspect it for damage.
If the blade is bent, housing cracked, or handles broken
or if you see any other condition that may affect the saw’s
operation, call our customer service line at 1-800-313-5111
for assistance.
Make sure the battery is detached from the unit, then use
only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let
any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the
tool into a liquid.
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by
a qualified individual always using identical replacement
parts.
CAUTION: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in
contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic.
Ensure that the plastic bar cover is in place when storing.
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which
greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals Do not store the
tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.
For smooth and fast cutting, chain needs to be maintained
properly. The chain requires sharpening when the wood
chips are small and powdery, the chain must be forced
through the wood during cutting, or the chain cuts to
one side. Refer to instructions earlier in this manual for
instructions on properly sharpening the chain.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Possible Cause
- Battery not making contact
- Lock off button not fully operated
- Battery not installed properly
- Battery not charged
Possible Solution
-Check battery is fully inserted
-Check that lock off button is fully forward prior to moving trigger
-Check battery installation
-Check battery charging requirements
- Bar and chain running hot and
smoking
- Check tension for over-tight condition
- Chain oil tank empty
- Chain installed backwards
- Adjust chain tension
- Fill tank with chain oil
- Reverse chain so that cutters face the right direction
Call us first with questions about operating or maintaining your chain
saw at 1.800.313.5111 between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern
Standard Time, or send emails to [e-mail].
CALL US FIRST !!
- Chain tension too tight
- Check guide bar and chain for damage
- Motor runs but chain is not rotating - Adjust chain tension
- Replace damaged bar and chain with identical replacement
parts.
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
The chain is automatically lubricated.
Use only new bar and chain oil or unused SAE 30 weight motor
oil may be substituted. Never use wasted oil, low quality oil, or
insufficient oil. This could damage the pump; the bar and the
chain which may result in serious personal injury. Check oil
level before each work session, refill if oil level is below the
minimum shown on the side of the oil level window.
If the lubrication system does not work properly, check if the
oil filter and all oil-ways are clean and free from obstructions.
If it is still not working, call our customer service help line at
1-800-313-5111 for assistance.
GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE
When the guide bar shows signs of wear, reverse it on the saw
to distribute the wear for maximum bar life. The bar should be
cleaned every day of use and checked for wear and damage.
Feathering or burring of the bar rails is a normal process of bar
wear. Such faults should be smoothed with a file as soon as
they occur.
A bar with any of the following faults should be replaced.
 Wear inside the bar rails which permits the chain to lay over
sideways.
 Bent guide bar
 Cracked or broken rails
 Spread rails
In addition, guide bars with a sprocket at their tip must be
lubricated weekly with a grease syringe to extend the guide bar
life. Using a grease syringe, lubricate weekly in the lubricating
hole.
Turn the guide bar and check that the lubrication holes and
chain groove are free from obstructions.
Problem
- Unit does not run
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- Motor stops while switch trigger
is depressed
- Motor is overloaded - Release switch trigger, wait several seconds,then depress
trigger again.Motor should restart.If it doesn’t, remove
battery pack,reinstall battery pack,then try again.

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American Lawn Mower Company
The Great States Corporation
7444 Shadeland Station Way
Indianapolis, IN 46256 USA
Phone [phone]
www.earthwisetools.com
In a continued commitment to improve quality, the Manufacturer reserves the right
to make component changes or design changes when necessary.
WARRANTY POLICY
Five (5) year limited warranty on Zombi 58 volt outdoor power equipment and two (2) year limited
warranty on Zombi 58 volt battery packs and chargers.
Zombi warrants to the original owner that each new product and service part is free from defects in
materials and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace any defective product or part for the warranty
period as stated above from the original date of purchase except for the conditions and circumstances listed
below:
Rev. 12/05/2017
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and
may not be transferred.
Warranty applies if the product is used for personal, household
or family use. Warranty is void if product is used for commercial,
industrial or rental purposes.
Warranty does not include repairs necessary due to operator’s
abuse or negligence (including overloading the product beyond
capacity or immersion in water), or the failure to assemble,
operate, maintain or store the product according to the
instructions in the operator’s manual.
This warranty is not transferable and
only applies to product sold directly
from an authorized retailer. This warranty
does not apply to any product, new or used, purchased through
unauthorized third-party channels.
ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS,
DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY
DEFECT, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT
IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Products sold damaged or incomplete, sold “as is”, or sold as
reconditioned are not covered under the warranty.
Damage or liability caused by shipping, improper handling, improper
assembly, incorrect voltage, improper wiring, improper maintenance,
improper modification or the use of accessories and/or attachments not
specifically recommended is not covered by this warranty.
Expendable items that become worn during normal use are not covered
by the warranty, including, but not limited to guide bar and chain.
Warranty does not cover damage caused by cold, heat, rain, excessive
humidity, corrosive environments and materials, or other contaminants.
Warranty does not include installation, assembly or normal adjustments
explained in the operator’s manual.
The expense of delivering the product to the vendor and the expense of
returning the product or replacement parts to the owner is not covered
by the warranty.
The warranty does not cover normal deterioration of the exterior finish,
including but not limited to scratches, dents, paint chips or any
corrosion or discoloration caused by heat, abrasive and chemical
cleaners.
Proof of purchase, original dated sales receipt, must accompany
all warranty claims.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CORDLESS 58 VOLT CHAIN SAW WITH LITHIUM 4AH BATTERY PACK
BRUSHLESS MOTOR
TM

MANUAL DEL OPERARIO
MOTOSIERRA A BATERÍA DE 58 VOLTIOS CON PAQUETE DE BATERÍAS
DE LITIO 4AH
MOTOR SIN ESCOBILLAS
Este producto está amparado por patentes de EE. UU. y otras patentes internacionales.
Copyright. Todos los derechos reservados.
ZCS5817
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de sufrir alguna lesión, el usuario debe leer y comprender el
manual del operario antes de usar este producto.
Muchas gracias por su compra.
NO DEVUELVA ESTE PRODUCTO A LA TIENDA. ¿TIENE PREGUNTAS SOBRE FUNCIONAMIENTO, MONTAJE, PIEZAS O SERVICIO
TÉCNICO? LLAME AL 1-800-313-5111 ENTRE LAS 8:00 AM Y LAS 5:00 PM, HORA DEL ESTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS.
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA CONSULTAS FUTURAS
DEBE CARGAR LA BATERÍA ANTES DE UTILIZARLA POR PRIMERA VEZ.
Este producto ha sido diseñado y fabricado de acuerdo con nuestros altos estándares de confiabilidad, facilidad de operación
y seguridad para el operario. Si se trata con cuidado, esta herramienta le otorgará años de óptimo rendimiento y resistencia.
Cargador Cumple con CA está incluido (Modelo No. ZBCH5817)
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ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD GENERALES PARA LA HERRAMIENTAS ELÉCTRICAS
ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES
2
PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE LESIONES:
Antes de poner en uso la herramienta, asegúrese de que todos los
usuarios lean y comprendan las instrucciones de seguridad y la
demás información incluida en este manual.
PRECAUCIÓN: Use protección auditiva apropiada mientras trabaja.
En ciertas condiciones y con cierta duración de uso, el ruido generado
por este producto puede contribuir a la pérdida de la audición.
Guarde estas instrucciones y revíselas con frecuencia antes de usar
la herramienta y para impartirlas a otros.
ADVERTENCIA: Al utilizar aparatos eléctricos para el jardín, se
recomienda respetar las precauciones de seguridad básicas que se
detallan a continuación, a fin de reducir riesgos de incendios,
descargas eléctricas y lesiones personales.
LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES
ADVERTENCIA: Lea todas las advertencias de seguridad y las
instrucciones. La inobservancia de las advertencias e instrucciones
puede causar descargas eléctricas, incendios o lesiones graves.
Guarde todas las advertencias e instrucciones para consultarlas
en el futuro. El término “herramienta eléctrica” en las advertencias se
refiere a las herramientas eléctricas que funcionan con corriente (con
cordón) o las que funcionan con batería (inalámbricas).
Área de trabajo
• Mantenga limpia y bien iluminada el área de trabajo. Un área
de trabajo mal despejada o mal iluminada propicia accidentes.
• No utilice herramientas motorizadas en atmósferas
explosivas, como las existentes alrededor de líquidos, gases
y polvos inflamables. Las herramientas eléctricas generan
chispas que pueden encender el polvo y los vapores inflamables.
• Mantenga alejados a los niños y circunstantes al maniobrar
una herramienta eléctrica. Toda distracción puede causar la
pérdida del control de la herramienta.
Seguridad eléctrica
• Las clavijas de las herramientas eléctricas deben
corresponder a las tomas de corriente donde se conectan.
Nunca modifique la clavija de ninguna forma. No utilice
ninguna clavija adaptadora con herramientas eléctricas
dotadas de contacto a tierra. Conectando las clavijas originales
en las tomas de corriente donde corresponden se disminuye el
riesgo de una descarga eléctrica.
• Evite el contacto del cuerpo con las superficies de objetos
conectados a tierra, como las tuberías, radiadores, estufas y
refrigeradores. Existe un mayor riesgo de descargas eléctricas
si el cuerpo está haciendo tierra.
• No exponga las herramientas eléctricas a la lluvia ni a
condiciones de humedad. La introducción de agua en una
herramienta eléctrica aumenta el riesgo de descargas eléctricas.
• No maltrate el cordón eléctrico. Nunca utilice el cordón para
trasladar, desconectar o tirar de la herramienta eléctrica.
Mantenga el cordón lejos del calor, aceite, bordes afilados y
piezas móviles. Los cordones eléctricos dañados o enredados
aumentan el riesgo de descargas eléctricas.
• Al utilizar una herramienta eléctrica a la intemperie, use un
cordón de extensión apropiado para el exterior. Usando un
cordón adecuado para el exterior se disminuye el riesgo de
descargas eléctricas.
• Si debe operar una herramienta en lugares húmedos, use
un suministro protegido por un interruptor de circuito con
pérdida a tierra (GFCI). El uso de un GFCI reduce el riesgo de
descargas eléctricas.
Seguridad personal
• Permanezca alerta, preste atención a lo que esté haciendo
y aplique el sentido común al utilizar herramientas
eléctricas. No utilice la herramienta eléctrica si está
cansado o se encuentra bajo los efectos de alguna droga,
alcohol o medicamento. Un momento de inatención al utilizar
una herramienta eléctrica puede causar lesiones corporales
serias.
• Utilice protección el equipo otros. Siempre póngase
protección ocular. El uso de equipo protector como mascarilla
para el polvo, calzado de seguridad, casco y protección para
los oídos en las circunstancias donde corresponda disminuye el
riesgo de lesiones.
• Evite que la herramienta se active accidentalmente.
Asegúrese de que el interruptor esté en la posición de
apagado antes de conectar la herramienta a un suministro
de corriente o de colocar un paquete de baterías.
Transportar herramientas eléctricas con el dedo en el
interruptor o enchufar herramientas eléctricas que tienen el
interruptor encendido puede ocasionar accidentes.
• Retire toda llave o herramienta de ajuste antes de encender
la herramienta eléctrica. Toda llave o herramienta de ajuste
dejada en una pieza giratoria de la herramienta eléctrica puede
causar lesiones.
• No estire el cuerpo para alcanzar mayor distancia.
Mantenga una postura firme y buen equilibrio en todo
momento. De esta manera se logra un mejor control de la
herramienta eléctrica en situaciones inesperadas.
• Vístase adecuadamente. No vista ropas holgadas ni joyas.
Mantenga el cabello, la ropa y los guantes alejados de las
piezas móviles. Las ropas holgadas y las joyas, así como el
cabello largo, pueden engancharse en las piezas móviles.
• Si se suministran dispositivos para conectar mangueras de
extracción y captación de polvo, asegúrese de que éstas
estén bien conectadas y se usen correctamente. El uso de
la captación de polvo puede reducir los peligros relacionados
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ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD GENERALES PARA LA HERRAMIENTAS ELÉCTRICAS
3
Empleo y cuidado de la herramienta eléctrica
• No fuerce la herramienta eléctrica. Utilice la herramienta
eléctrica adecuada para cada trabajo. La herramienta eléctrica
adecuada efectúa mejor y de manera más segura el trabajo, si
además se maneja a la velocidad para la que está diseñada.
• No utilice la herramienta si el interruptor no enciende o no
apaga. Cualquier herramienta eléctrica que no pueda controlarse
con el interruptor es peligrosa y debe repararse.
• Desconecte la clavija del suministro de corriente o retire el
paquete de baterías de la herramienta eléctrica, según sea el
caso, antes de efectuarle cualquier ajuste, cambiarle
accesorios o guardarla. Tales medidas preventivas de seguridad
reducen el riesgo de poner en marcha accidentalmente la
herramienta.
• Guarde las herramientas eléctricas desocupadas fuera del
alcance de los niños y no permita que las utilicen personas
no familiarizadas con las mismas o con estas instrucciones.
Las herramientas eléctricas son peligrosas en manos de personas
no capacitadas en el uso de las mismas.
• Preste servicio a las herramientas eléctricas. Revise para ver
si hay desalineación o atoramiento de piezas móviles, ruptura
de piezas o cualquier otra condición que pueda afectar el
funcionamiento de la herramienta. Si está dañada la
herramienta eléctrica, permita que la reparen antes de usarla.
Numerosos accidentes son causados por herramientas eléctricas
mal cuidadas.
• Mantenga las herramientas de corte afiladas y limpias. Las
herramientas de corte bien cuidadas y con bordes bien afilados,
tienen menos probabilidad de atascarse en la pieza de trabajo y
son más fáciles de controlar.
• Utilice la herramienta eléctrica, los accesorios y brocas, hojas
y cuchillas de corte, ruedas de esmeril, etc. de conformidad
con estas instrucciones, tomando en cuenta las condiciones
de trabajo y la tarea por realizar. Si se utiliza la herramienta
eléctrica para operaciones diferentes de las indicadas podría
originar una situación peligrosa.
Empleo y cuidado de la herramienta de baterías
• Sólo cargue el paquete de baterías con el cargador
especificado por el fabricante. Un cargador adecuado para
un tipo paquete de baterías puede significar un riesgo de
incendio si se emplea con un paquete de baterías diferente.
• Utilice las herramientas eléctricas sólo con los paquetes
de baterías específicamente indicados. El empleo de
paquetes de baterías diferentes puede presentar un riesgo de
incendio.
• Cuando no esté utilizándose el paquete de baterías,
manténgalo lejos de otros objetos metálicos, como clips,
monedas, llaves, clavos, tornillos o otros objetos
metálicos, pequeños que puedan establecer conexión
entre ambas terminales. Establecer una conexión directa
entre las dos terminales de las baterías puede causar
quemaduras o incendios.
• Si se maltratan las baterías, puede derramarse líquido de
las mismas; evite todo contacto con éste. En caso de
contacto, lávese con agua. Si el líquido llega a tocar los
ojos, además busque atención médica. El líquido de las
baterías puede causar irritación y quemaduras.
Servicio
• Permita que un técnico de reparación calificado preste
servicio a la herramienta eléctrica, y sólo con piezas de
repuesto idénticas. De esta manera se mantiene la seguridad
de la herramienta eléctrica.
• Al dar servicio a una herramienta eléctrica, sólo utilice
piezas de repuesto idénticas. Siga las instrucciones
señaladas en la sección Mantenimiento de este manual. El
empleo de piezas no autorizadas o el incumplimiento de las
instrucciones de mantenimiento puede significar un riesgo de
descarga eléctrica o de lesiones.
ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD DE LA MOTOSIERRA
• Mantenga todas las partes del cuerpo alejadas de la
motosierra mientras esté en funcionamiento. Antes de
encender la motosierra, asegúrese de que no esté en
contacto con nada. Un momento de distracción mientras usa la
motosierra puede hacer que la motosierra agarre su ropa o una
parte de su cuerpo.
• Siempre sostenga la motosierra con la mano derecha en el
mango trasero y la mano izquierda en el mango delantero.
Sostener la motosierra con las manos invertidas aumenta el riesgo
de sufrir lesiones personales y siempre debe evitarse.
• Sostenga la herramienta eléctrica únicamente por las partes
aisladas, porque la misma podría morder cables ocultos. Si la
motosierra toca un cable vivo, las piezas metálicas de la
herramienta podrían energizarse y producirle una descarga
eléctrica al operador.
• Use gafas de seguridad y protección auditiva. También se
recomienda usar equipo de protección para la cabeza, las
manos, las piernas y los pies. La indumentaria de protección
adecuada reducirá las lesiones personales en caso de que
salgan partículas despedidas o su cuerpo toque
accidentalmente la motosierra.
• No use la motosierra sobre un árbol. Si usa la motosierra
subido a un árbol, podría sufrir lesiones personales.
• Siempre mantenga un buen apoyo y utilice la motosierra
únicamente sobre superficies fijas, firmes y niveladas. Las
superficies resbaladizas o inestables como las escaleras
pueden hacerle perder el equilibrio o el control de la
motosierra.
• Cuando corte una rama que esté sometida a tensión, esté
atento al retorno. Cuando se libera la tensión de las fibras de
madera, la rama podría golpear al operador o lanzar la
motosierra en forma descontrolada.

ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD DE LA MOTOSIERRA
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• Tenga extremo cuidado al cortar maleza o retoños. El
material delgado podría quedar atrapado en la motosierra y
salir disparado hacia usted o hacerle perder el equilibrio.
• Transporte la motosierra apagada, lejos de su cuerpo y
tomada del mango frontal. Siempre que transporte o
almacene la motosierra, coloque la cubierta de la barra
guía. Manipular la motosierra correctamente reduce la
probabilidad de tocar accidentalmente la cadena en
movimiento.
• Siga las instrucciones para lubricar la herramienta,
tensionar la cadena y cambiar los accesorios. Si la cadena
no está correctamente tensionada o lubricada, podría
romperse o presentar un mayor riesgo de que ocurra un
contragolpe.
• Mantenga los mangos secos, limpios y sin aceite ni grasa.
Los mangos con aceite o grasa son resbaladizos y pueden
hacerle perder el control.
• Corte únicamente madera. No use la motosierra para usos
distintos de los previstos. Por ejemplo: no use la
motosierra para cortar plástico, mampostería ni materiales
de construcción que no sean de madera. El uso de la
motosierra para fines distintos de los previstos podría dar lugar
a una situación de riesgo.
Causas y prevención del contragolpe:
Puede ocurrir un contragolpe cuando la punta de la barra guía toca
un objeto o cuando la madera se cierra y pellizca la cadena de la
sierra en el punto de corte.
En algunos casos, el contacto de la pieza de trabajo con la punta
de la barra guía puede causar una reacción súbita en dirección
inversa, la cual lanza la barra guía hacia arriba y hacia atrás, en
dirección al operador.
El pellizcamiento de la cadena de la sierra en la parte superior de la
barra guía puede empujar la barra rápidamente hacia atrás, en
dirección al operador.
Cualquiera de estas dos reacciones puede causar la pérdida del
control de la sierra, lo cual a su vez puede producir lesiones
personales serias. No dependa exclusivamente de los dispositivos
de seguridad incorporados de la sierra. Como usuario de una
motosierra, debe tomar varias medidas para evitar los accidentes y
las lesiones en todos sus trabajos de corte.
El contragolpe es el resultado de un uso indebido de la herramienta
o de procedimientos o condiciones de utilización incorrectos, y se
puede evitar tomando las precauciones apropiadas que se presentan
a continuación:
• Mantenga la herramienta bien sujeta, con los pulgares y los
dedos alrededor de los mangos de la motosierra; sostenga
la herramienta con ambas manos y posicione su cuerpo y
su brazo de una forma que le permita resistir la fuerza de
un contragolpe. El operador puede controlar las fuerzas del
contragolpe si toma las precauciones adecuadas. No suelte la
motosierra.
• No se estire ni corte por encima de la altura del hombro.
Esto ayuda a evitar el contacto accidental con la punta y
permite un mejor control de la motosierra ante situaciones
inesperadas.
• Use únicamente barras y cadenas de repuesto indicadas
por el fabricante. El uso de barras y cadenas de repuesto
incorrectas podría hacer que la cadena se rompa o que se
produzcan contragolpes.
• Siga las instrucciones de afilado y mantenimiento de la
cadena de la sierra que provee el fabricante. Disminuir la
altura del calibrador de profundidad puede aumentar la
probabilidad de que ocurra un contragolpe.
ADVERTENCIA: Proposición 65 de California: Este producto
contiene sustancias químicas al estado de california como
causantes de cáncer, defectos de nacimiento u otros
problemas reproductivos.
ADVERTENCIA: Parte del polvo y los desechos generados por el
uso de esta herramienta contienen químicos reconocidos por el
Estado de California como causantes de cáncer, defectos de
nacimiento u otros efectos nocivos para el aparato reproductor.
Algunos ejemplos de estos productos químicos son:
• químicos presentes en fertilizantes;
• compuestos presentes en insecticidas, herbicidas y pesticidas; y
• arsénico y cromo de maderas tratadas químicamente.
El riesgo que usted corre al exponerse a estos químicos varía según
la frecuencia con la que realiza este tipo de trabajo. Para reducir la
exposición, trabaje en una zona bien ventilada y utilice equipo de
protección aprobado, como mascarillas antipolvo especialmente
diseñadas para filtrar partículas microscópicas.
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