Earthwise Power Tools CVP41810BB Le manuel du propriétaire

This product 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 owner’s manual before

using this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Model CVP41810BB

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. OPERATING,

ASSEMBLY, PARTS, SERVICE QUESTIONS? GO TO

WWW.AMERICANLAWNMOWER.COM OR CALL 1-800-313-5111

BETWEEN 8:00 AM—5:00 PM EST FOR ASSISTANCE.

OWNER’S MANUAL

ELECTRIC CONVERTIBLE 2 IN 1 COMBO

CHAIN SAW / HEDGE TRIMMER

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

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 energizing 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.

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.

2

Model CVP41810BB

• 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.

• 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.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

Service

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

person using only identical replacement parts. This will

ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

• 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.

3

Model CVP41810BB

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

• DANGER – Keep hands away from blade. Contact with

blade will result in serious personal injury.

• Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer.

Using one hand could cause loss of control and

result in serious personal injury.

• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade.

Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut

when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off

when clearing jammed material. Blades coast after turn

off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge

trimmer may result in serious personal injury.

• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter

blade stopped. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will

reduce possible personal injury from the cutter blades.

• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces

only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden

wiring or its own cord. Cutter blades contacting a “live”

wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool

“live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

• Keep cable away from cutting area. During operation

the cable may be hidden in shrubs and can be

accidentally cut by the blade.

WARNING – Only use with handle and guard properly

assembled to hedge trimmer. The use of the hedge trimmer

without the proper guard or handle provided may result in

serious personal injury.

EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in

good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure it is

heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An

undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage

resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following

table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length

and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next

heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the

cord.

WARNING: Use out door extension cords marked SW-A,

SOW-A, STW-A, SJW-A, or SJTW-A. These cords are rated

for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

DOUBLE INSULATION—Double Insulation is a concept in

safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for

the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal

parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components

with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need

to be grounded.

NOTE: The double insulated system is intended to protect

the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool’s

internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions to

avoid electrical shock.

It is possible to tie the extension cord and power

cord in a knot to prevent them from becoming

disconnected during use. Make the knot as

shown, then connect the plug end of the power

cord into the receptacle end of the extension

cord. This method can also be used to tie two

extension cords together.

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

Volts Total Length of cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150

Ampere Rating

More Not More American wire Gage

Than Than

0 - 6 18 16 16 14

6 - 10 18 16 14 12

10 - 12 16 16 14 12

12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

POLARIZED PLUGS—To reduce the risk of electric shock,

this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than

the other). This equipment must be used with a suitable

polarized 2 wire or 3 wire extension cord. Polarized

connections will fit together only one way. Make sure that the

receptacle end of the extension cord has large and small

blade slot widths. If the plug does not fit fully into the

extension cord, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit obtain a

suitable extension cord. If the extension cord does not fit fully

into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to install the

proper outlet. Do not change the tool plug or extension cord in

any way.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS – Before further use of the tools,

a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully

checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform

its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any

other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other

part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

Call our customer service help line at 1-800-313-5111 for

assistance.

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: Cancer and Reproductive Harm -

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: DO NOT USE ON A LADDER OR UNSTABLE

SUPPORT. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better

control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

4

Model CVP41810BB

Steel Blade Support - Hardened Steel Blades - Blade Guard - Bar Cover

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CVP41810BB

Chain Saw Hedge Trimmer

Input….………………………….….……..120V, 60Hz, 7A, AC Only ………………….….…………….…….120V, 60Hz, 4.5A, AC Only

Speed ………………………..……………...…………………...12m/s ……………………………………….……….3200 Strokes per Min.

Bar Length……………………………...…...……..10 in. Oregon Bar …………………………………………….……………………..18 in.

Max. Cut …………..………...………………..………...…………………..…………………………………………….………….……….0.7 in.

Chain

Guide Bar

Hand Guard/ Chain Brake

Front Handle

Oil Tank Cap

Quick Release Button

Tension Knob

Quick Release Button

Protective Cover

Cutter Blade

Safety Button

Trigger Switch

Bar Cover

Blade Cover

Sprocket Cover

Front Handle/Safety Switch

5

Model CVP41810BB

Trigger Handle

PACKING LIST

− Hedge Trimmer Cutting Head

− Chain Saw Cutting Head

− Trigger Handle

− Bar Cover & Blade Cover

− Owner’s Manual

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.

UNPACKING

This product requires 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.

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLING THE CHAIN SAW

Lift the quick release button of chain saw. Align the rear handle to the

groove and push it in. Ensure the release button snaps firmly into position

to lock the handle securely. (Fig. 1)

FIG. 1

Quick release button

Rear handle

Quick Release

Button

Rear

handle

ASSEMBLING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

Lift the quick release button of hedge trimmer. Align the rear handle

to the groove and push it in. Ensure the release button snaps firmly into

position to lock the handle securely. (Fig. 2)

FIG. 2

INSTALLING/REPLACING THE GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN

DANGER: Never start the motor before installing the guide bar,

chain, sprocket cover and tension 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, make sure

the tool is unplugged from the power supply. Failure to heed

this warning could result in serious personal injury.

CATUION: Always wear gloves when handling the bar and

chain; these components are sharp and may contain burrs,

which can cause serious injury.

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.

1. Disconnect the saw from power supply.

2. Loosen the tension knob by turning counterclockwise.

3. Remove the sprocket cover.(Fig. 3)

4. Remove the bar and chain from the mounting surface.

5. Remove the old chain from the bar.

6. Lay out the new chain in a loop, and straighten any kinks.

The cutters should face in the direction of the chain

rotation. If they face backwards,turn the loop over.(Fig. 4)

7. Place the chain drive links into the bar groove.

NOTE: Make certain of the direction of chain.

8. Position the chain so there is a loop at the back of the bar.

(Fig. 5)

9. Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop

around the sprocket.(Fig. 6)

FIG. 3

FIG. 5

FIG. 6

Cutter Direction

Sprocket cover

Tension knob

FIG. 4

6

Model CVP41810BB

10. Fit the bar flush against the mounting surface so that the bar

stud is in the slot of the bar.

NOTE: When placing the bar on the bar stud, ensure that the

adjusting pin is in the chain tension pin hole.

11. Replace the sprocket cover.

12. Tighten the tension knob. Remove all slack from the chain by

turning the knob clockwise until the chain seats snugly against

the bar with the drive links in the bar groove. (Fig. 7)

INSTALLING/REPLACING THE GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN

13. When the tension knob is fully tightened, the chain is the

tightest. To minor adjust the chain tension, loosen the tension

knob and turn it counter-clockwise slightly until the chain is

correctly tensioned.

NOTE: The chain is correctly tensioned when there is no sag on the

underside of the guide bar, then chain is snug, but it can be turned by

hand without binding.

NOTE: A new chain tends to stretch, check chain tension

frequently and tension as required.

14. After a period of usage, the chain may get loose. To tighten the

chain, loosen the tension knob by turning counter-clockwise,

repeat 12 and 13 to correctly adjust the chain tension.

CHAIN TENSION AND MAINTENANCE

CHAIN TENSION

Stop the motor before setting the chain tension. Make sure the

tension knob is loosened to finger tight, turn the tension knob

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. 8) 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.

Approx. .050 (1.25mm)

CHAIN MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Disconnect the saw from the power supply 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 by a qualified

individual.

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. 9)

FIG.8

FIG.9

Cutting

Corner

Top Plate

Rivet Hole

Heel

Gullet

Toe

Depth Gauge

Side Plate

FIG.7

Tension knob

7

Model CVP41810BB

CHAIN TENSION AND MAINTENANCE

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. 10)

DEPTH GAUGE CLEARANCE (Fig. 13)

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.

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. 11)

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. 12)

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 too

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.

FIG.10

FIG.11

FIG.12

FIG.13

Left Hand Cutters

Right Hand Cutters

CORRECT TOP PLATE

FILING ANGLE

INCORRECT TOP PLATE FILING

ANGL

LESS THAN

30°

MORE THAN

30°

CORRECT SIDE

PLATE FILING

ANGLE

INCORRECT SIDE PLATE

FILING ANGL

HOOK BACKWARD

SLOPE

RAKER CLEARANCE

.025 in. (0.6mm)

DEPTH GAUGE JOINTER

FLAT FILE

RESTORE ORIGIINAL

SHAPE BY ROUNDING

THE FRONT

8

Model CVP41810BB

Before you start the unit, make sure the chain saw is not

contacting any object.

STARTING THE CHAIN SAW

Push the safety button in with your thumb and then squeeze the

switch trigger with your fingers. Once the tool is running, you can

release the safety button. To turn the tool OFF, release the switch

trigger. (Fig. 14)

WARNING: To guard against injury, observe the following:

− Read owner’s manual before using.

− Save owner’s manual.

− Keep hands away from blades.

− Keep hands on handles. Don’t overreach.

A good, firm grip on the chain saw with both hands will help you

maintain control. 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 when using the chainsaw,. A firm grip

together with positioning handle against your body will help you

maintain control of the saw. Don’t let go.

WARNING: Do not operate chain saw in a tree, on a ladder, or on a

scaffold; this is extremely dangerous.

CAUTION: Chain coasts after chain saw is 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.

CHAIN BRAKE

When using the chainsaw, in case an emergency stop is necessary,

use the back of your hand to push hard the hand guard forward.

Chain will stop immediately. (Fig. 15)

CAUTION: Failure to lubricate the chain will cause damage to the bar

and chain. Use only a good quality bar and chain oil or, if not

available, unused SAE 30 weight motor oil may be substituted. One

minute of use will consume approx. 0.15 fl. oz. (5ml) of oil.

NOTE: It is normal for oil to seep from the chainsaw cutting head

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.

OPERATING

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.

The following precautions should be followed to minimize

kickback:

1. Always grip the handles firmly with both hands when unit is

running. When using the chainsaw, place your right hand on the

rear handle and your left hand on the front handle with your

thumbs and fingers encircling the chainsaw handles. A firm grip

together with positioning handle against your body 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.

4. Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip protection.

Cut lower branches first to allow the top branches more room to fall.

Work slowly, keeping both hands on the saw with a firm grip.

Maintain secure footing and balance.

WARNING:Keep bystanders at least 50 ft. away.

WARNING: Do not cut trees near electrical wires or buildings.

WARNING: Do Not use the chain saw with any type of accessory or

attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.

WARNING: Beware of the cord while operating the saw. Keep the

cord away from the chain. Be careful not to trip over the

extension cord.

FIG.14

KICKBACK

DANGER ZONE

Safety Button

Switch Trigger

Hand Guard

FIG.15

9

Model CVP41810BB

OPERATING AND 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 right hand should be gripping

the handle and positioned firmly against body for added support.

Your body should always be to the left of the chain line.

BASIC CUTTING PROCEDURE

Small trees up to 6-7 inches in diameter are usually cut in a single

cut. Large tree limbs require notch cuts. Notch cuts determine the

direction the tree will fall.

WARNING: If the tree limb 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 limb is going to fall in the desired

direction.

Practice cutting a few small limbs 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 in the “off”

position.

Squeeze the trigger and let the chain accelerate to full speed before

entering the cut.

Always hold the saw firmly with both hands.

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 in

serious injury.

Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut.

When felling the top of a small tree, keep everyone a safe distance

from the cutting area. During felling operations, the safe distance

should be at lease 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 or

knocked off balance.

Do not cut above chest height when using the chain saw.

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.

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 the line different from its natural line of fall.

The 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

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.

This saw is not designed to fell large diameter tree tops, or tree trunks.

PLANNED

LINE OF FALL

SAFE

RETREAT

ZONE

SAFE

RETREAT

ZONE

PLANNED LINE OF FALL

SAFE

RETREAT

ZONE

PLANNED PATH OF SAFE RETREAT

135° FROM PLANNED LINE OF FALL

FIG. 16

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. 16)

10

Model CVP41810BB

OPERATING

CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS

As the tree limbs starts to fall, stop the saw and immediately

retreat along the cleared path. 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. (Fig. 17)

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. When “Cutting through”, to maintain complete control

of the chain saw, 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

chainsaw. 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.

FIG.17

HINGE

2 IN. (5CM) OR 1/10 DIA

BACK CUT

2 IN. (5 CM)

NOTCH

APPROX. 1/3

DIAMETER

OF TRUNK

HINGE

BACK CUT

11

Model CVP41810BB

LIMBING (Fig. 19)

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.

SPRINGPOLES

A spring pole is branch, or sapling which is bent under tension

by other wood so that it springs back if the wood holding it is cut

or removed.

WARNING: Watch out for spring poles, they are dangerous,

They could result in severe or fatal injury.

FIG.19

OVERBUCKING UNDER-BUCKING

LIMBING

CUT LIMBS ONE AT A TIME AND LEAVE SUPPORT

LIMBS UNDER TREE UNTIL LOG IS CUT

Fig. 18

OVERBUCKING - Begin on the top side of the log with the

button of the saw against the log; exert light pressure

downward. Note that the saw will tend to pull away from you.

(Fig. 18)

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. 18)

CAUTION: Blade coasts after turned off.

- Do not use under wet condition.

- Do not use with damaged extension cord.

- Do not unplug or store with switch locked on.

Before you start the unit, make sure the hedge trimmer is not

contacting any object.

STARTING THE HEDGE TRIMMER (Fig. 20)

Use your left hand to grip the front handle with double switch,

while the right hand press the safety button and squeeze the

trigger switch to start unit. Release the safety button once the

trimmer is started.

WARNING: To guard against injury, observe the following:

- Read owner’s manual before using.

- Save owner’s manual.

- Keep hands away from blades.

- Keep hands on handles. Don’t overreach.

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this type of product to

make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a

second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

EXTENSION CORD - Always keep extension cord behind trim-

mer and away from the trimming operation. Never drape it over a

hedge being trimmed. If you cut or damage the cord, unplug it at

the electrical outlet immediately, before inspection or repairing

the cord.

You may also place the extension cord in the cord retainer. Form

a loop in extension cord and push the loop through the hole in the

rear handle. Position the loop over the cord retainer and pull back

to secure. Connect power cord of unit to extension cord. (Fig. 21)

OPERATING

WORKING POSITION– Maintain proper footing and balance and

do not overreach. Wear safety goggles, non--skid footwear and

rubber gloves when trimming. Hold the tool firmly in both hands

and turn the tool ON. Always hold the trimmer with right hand on

the switch handle and left hand on the front handle or telescopic

pole if using as a pole trimmer. Never hold the tool by the blade

guard.

TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS

FIG.21

FIG.20

Front Handle with Double Switch Safety Button

Trigger Switch

12

Model CVP41810BB

LEVEL HEDGES - To obtain exceptionally level hedges, a piece

of string can be stretched along the length of the hedge as a

guide. (Fig. 22)

USING THE HEDGE TRIMMER

FIG.22

CAUTION: Do not use the 18 inch trimmer for cutting stems greater

than .7”. Use the trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery found

around houses and buildings.

TRIMMING NEW GROWTH—A wide, sweeping motion, feeding the

blade teeth through the twigs is most effective. A slight downward

tilt of the blade in the direction of the motion gives the best cutting.

SIDE-TRIMMING HEDGES—Begin at the bottom and sweep up.

(Fig. 23)

Do not force the trimmer

through dense growth. A slight back and forth sawing action may

ease the cutting of larger, more dense growth. If the trimmer

begins to slow down, reduce the rate of speed at which you are

trying to cut. If the trimmer becomes jammed, immediately turn

trimmer off. Disconnect trimmer from the power supply and

remove the jammed debris from the cutting blades.

FIG.23

BEFORE USING: Fill oil well with new quality bar and chain oil.

Unused SAE30 weight motor oil may be substituted.

If you drop the product, carefully inspect it for damage. If the blade is

bent or cracked, handles broken or if you see any other condition that

may affect the product’s operation, it must be repaired before putting

it back into use. Call our customer service help line at 1-800-313-

5111 for assistance.

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.

Make sure the unit is detached from the power supply, 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 using identical replacement parts only.

Ensure that the plastic bar covers are in place when storing.

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.

LUBRICATION SYSTEM FOR CHAIN SAW

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 less than ¼ full.

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.

The cutting blades are made from high quality, hardened steel and

with normal usage, they will not require re-sharpening. However, if

you accidentally hit a wire fence, stones, glass or other hard objects,

you may put a nick in the blade. There is no need to remove this nick

as long as it doesn’t interfere with the movement of the blade. If it

does interfere, make sure the unit is detached from the power supply

and use a fine toothed file or sharpening stone to remove the nick.

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.

LUBRICATE BLADES - Stop the unit and disconnect the power cord.

Then remove any debris on blades. Apply a light machine oil along

the edge of the top and bottom blade supports. Make sure handles

remain clean and dry.

MAINTENANCE

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

side ways.

- Bent guide bar

- Cracked or broken rails

- Spread rails

In addition, guide bars with a sprocket at their tip must be lubricated

frequently 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.

LUBRICATION SYSTEM FOR HEDGE TRIMMER (Fig. 24)

FIG.24

13

Model CVP41810BB

STORAGE

Store the tool in a dry, clean area out of reach of children.

During extended periods of storage, ensure that the tool is

protected against corrosion and rust.

At the end of the season, or if the tool is not being used for

longer than a month, wipe over all metal surfaces with an oil

impregnated cloth to protect them from corrosion or spray

with a fine coat of oil.

CALL US FIRST !!

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

− Unit does not run − Extension cord not connected to

the plug

− Check extension cord is fully connected to tool

− Cord not connected to power

source

− Check extension cord is fully connected to a live receptacle

− Trigger switch not fully operated − Check that safety lock of button is fully depressed prior to

moving trigger

− Chain brake is engaged − Pull hand guard back toward front handle

− Slow running, noisy or hot blades − Dry, corroded blades − Lubricate blades

− Blades or blade support bent − Straighten blade or blade support

− Bent or damaged teeth − Straighten teeth

− Loose blade bolts − Tighten blade bolts

— Bar and chain running hot and

smoking

− Check chain tension for

over-tight condition

− Adjust chain tension

− Chain oil tank empty − Fill tank with chain oil

− Chain installed in wrong

direction

− Reverse chain so that cutters face the right direction

— Motor runs but chain is not rotating − Chain tension too tight − Adjust chain tension

− Check guide bar and chain for

damage

− Replace damaged bar and chain with identical replacement

parts.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Call us first with questions about operating or maintaining your product

at 1.800.313.5111 between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time,

or get assistance on www.americanlawnmower.com.

14

Model CVP41810BB

CALL US FIRST !!

Call us first with questions about operating or maintaining your product

at 1.800.313.5111 between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time,

or get assistance on www.americanlawnmower.com.

15

Model CVP41810BB

No. Kit/ Item Number Description QTY

1 CVPH43-PCK Protective Cover Kit 1

2 CVPS43-THK-1 Trigger Handle Kit 1

3 CVPS43-OTC Oil Tank Cap Assy 1

4 CVPS43-SCK Sprocket Cover Kit 1

Always mention the model number when ordering kits/items for this tool.

PARTS AND SERVICE

For parts or service, please call 1-800-313-5111 or visit us online at

www.americanlawnmower.com. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call

or visit.

REPAIR PARTS (KITS/ ITEMS)

The model number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing.

Please record the serial number in the space provided below.

MODEL NUMBER___CVP41810BB____

SERIAL NUMBER__________________

In a continued commitment to improve quality, the Manufacturer reserves the right to

make component changes or design changes when necessary.

Rev. 11/28/2018

OWNER’S MANUAL

ELECTRIC CONVERTIBLE 2 IN 1 COMBO

CHAIN SAW / HEDGE TRIMMER

Model CVP41810BB

WARRANTY POLICY

Earthwise 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:

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.

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.

Two (2) year limited warranty on Earthwise outdoor equipment.

Proof of purchase, original dated sales receipt, must accompany all

warranty claims.

American Lawn Mower Company

The Great States Corporation

7444 Shadeland Station Way

Indianapolis, IN 46256 USA

Phone 1-800-313-5111

www.americanlawnmower.com

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.

GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA CONSULTAS FUTURAS

MANUAL DEL OPERARIO

CONVERTIBLE ELÉCTRICA COMBINADA 2 EN 1

MOTOSIERRA / CORTASETOS

Modelo CVP41810BB

Su cortasetos fue diseñado y fabricado de acuerdo con nuestros altos estándares de confiabilidad, facilidad de

operación y seguridad para el operario. Si se lo trata con cuidado, le otorgará años de óptimo rendimiento y

resistencia.

NO DEVUELVA ESTE PRODUCTO A LA TIENDA. ¿TIENE PREGUNTAS SOBRE

EL FUNCIONAMIENTO, EL MONTAJE, LAS PIEZAS O EL MANTENIMIENTO?

IR A WWW.AMERICANLAWNMOWER.COM, O Llame al 1-800-313-5111 ENTRE

LAS 8:00 Y LAS 17:00 H, HORA ESTÁNDAR DEL ESTE, PARA OBTENER

ASISTENCIA.

ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD GENERALES PARA LA HERRAMIENTAS ELÉCTRICAS

ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES

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

con éste.

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.

2

Modelo CVP41810BB

• 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

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.

ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGURIDAD GENERALES PARA LA HERRAMIENTAS ELÉCTRICAS

• 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.

• 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.

3

Modelo CVP41810BB

ADVERTENCIAS DE SEGUIRDAD PODADORA DE SETOS

• PELIGRO — Mantenga las manos alejadas de la hoja. Entrar en

contacto con la hoja puede provocar lesiones corporales serias.

• Utilice ambas manos para trabajar con la podadora de setos.

Si utiliza una sola mano puede perder el control y terminar en

lesiones corporales serias.

• Mantenga todas las partes del cuerpo alejadas de la hoja de

corte. No retire material cortado ni sujete material por cortar

mientras estén moviéndose las hojas. Asegúrese de apagar la

máquina cuando retire el material atascado. La hoja de corte

continúa girando por inercia después de apagarse la unidad.

Un momento de inatención al utilizar una podadora de setos puede

causar lesiones corporales serias.

• Transporte la podadora de setos del mango con la hoja de

corte apagada. Un manejo apropiado de la podadora de setos

reduce la posibilidad de que haya lesiones producidas por las

hojas de corte.

• Coloque la máquina encendida en superficies firmes y

aisladas únicamente, porque la hoja de corte puede entrar

en contacto con cables ocultos. Las hojas de corte que

entren en contacto con un cable “con carga” puede hacer que la

electricidad se transmita a las piezas metálicas expuestas de la

herramienta eléctrica y puede provocar una descarga eléctrica

en el operador.

• Mantenga el cable alejado del área de corte. Durante el

funcionamiento, el cable puede estar oculto en arbustos y

puede ser accidentalmente cortado por la hoja.

ADVERTENCIA — Sólo uso con mango y protección ensamblado

apropiadamente podadora de setos. El uso del podadora de setos

sin el protección o el mango apropiados proporcionados puede tener

como resultado herida personal grave.

CABLE DE EXTENSIÓN. Asegúrese de que el cable de extensión

esté en buenas condiciones. Además, compruebe que tenga el grosor

suficiente para transportar la corriente que necesitará el producto. Un

cable de extensión muy pequeño provocará una disminución en la

tensión de la línea y, como resultado, una pérdida de potencia y

recalentamiento. La siguiente tabla muestra el tamaño correcto que se

debe usar según la longitud del cable y el amperaje de la etiqueta.

Ante la duda, utilice el siguiente calibre más grueso. Cuanto más bajo

es el número de calibre, más grueso es el cable.

ADVERTENCIA: Utilice los cables de extensión de la puerta rotulados

SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, SJW-A o SJTW-A. Estos cables están

especificados para usarse al aire libre y reducir el riesgo de descarga

eléctrica.

DOBLE AISLAMIENTO. El doble aislamiento es un concepto de

seguridad en las herramientas eléctricas que elimina la necesidad

del acostumbrado cable de alimentación puesto a tierra mediante el

sistema de tres cables. Todas las piezas metálicas expuestas están

separadas de los componentes metálicos internos del motor por un

aislamiento protector. Las herramientas con doble aislamiento no

necesitan la conexión a tierra.

NOTA: La finalidad del sistema de doble aislamiento es proteger al

usuario de una descarga eléctrica provocada por una rotura del

aislamiento interno de la herramienta. Respete todas las

precauciones generales de seguridad para evitar una descarga

eléctrica.

El cable de extensión y el cable de alimentación se

pueden atar para evitar que se desconecten durante el

uso. Realice el nudo como se muestra en la imagen y,

después, conecte el enchufe del cable de alimentación

en el receptáculo del cable de extensión. Este método

también se puede aplicar para unir dos cables de

extensión.

Calibre mínimo para los cables

Voltios Longitud total del cable en metros (pies)

120V 0-7,6 7,9-15,2 15,5-30,4 30,7-45,7

(0-25) (26-50) (51-100) (101-150)

Amperaje

Más No

de más de Calibre AWG

0 - 6 18 16 16 14

6 - 10 18 16 14 12

10 - 12 16 16 14 12

12 - 16 14 12 No se recomienda

ENCHUFES POLARIZADOS. Para reducir el riesgo de una descarga

eléctrica, este equipo tiene un enchufe polarizado (un contacto es

más ancho que el otro). Se debe utilizar un cable de extensión

polarizado adecuado de dos o tres cables. Las conexiones

polarizadas encajan de una sola manera. Asegúrese de que el

extremo del receptáculo del cable de extensión tenga ranuras de

anchos diferentes para los contactos. Invierta el enchufe si no encaja

exactamente en el cable de extensión. Si aun así no encaja, consiga

un cable de extensión adecuado. Si el cable de extensión no se

adapta bien al tomacorriente, llame a un electricista competente para

que instale un tomacorriente adecuado. No modifique el enchufe de

la herramienta ni el cable de extensión de ningún modo.

VERIFIQUE LAS PIEZAS DAÑADAS. Antes de seguir usando el

cortasetos, se deberán revisar los protectores u otras piezas dañadas

en forma exhaustiva para determinar si la herramienta funcionará

correctamente y realizará el trabajo previsto. Verifique la alineación y

las uniones de las piezas móviles, el montaje, las averías y otros

factores que puedan afectar el funcionamiento. Un protector o

cualquier otra pieza dañada deben ser reemplazados o reparados en

forma adecuada. Comuníquese con nuestra línea de ayuda de

atención al cliente al 1-800-313-5111 para recibir asistencia.

ADVERTENCIA: Disposición 65 del estado de California: Este

producto contiene químicos reconocidos por el estado de California

como causantes de cáncer, defectos de nacimiento u otros efectos

nocivos para el aparato reproductor.

ADVERTENCIA: Parte del polvo y los residuos generados por esta

herramienta podría contener 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 en insecticidas, herbicidas y pesticidas;

-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.

ADVERTENCIA: Cáncer y Daño Reproductivo -

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

ADVERTENCIA: No utilice la unidad al estar en una escalera o en

un soporte inestable. Una postura estable sobre una superficie

sólida permite un mejor control de la herramienta eléctrica en

situaciones inesperadas.

4

Modelo CVP41810BB

La page charge ...

Earthwise Power Tools CVP41810BB Le manuel du propriétaire

Earthwise Power Tools CVP41810BB Le manuel du propriétaire

dans d''autres langues

Documents connexes

Autres documents