Valex LION 1815 Manual De Instrucciones página 10

equipment and must not be replaced with different models of battery chargers.
- During the charging phase, the battery and the battery charger case will heat up.
- Do not charge the battery in environments with temperatures below 4°C or above 40°C.
- The lithium-ion battery can be charged any time without reducing its duration.
CHARGING THE BATTERY:
1. Insert the plug of the battery charger (16 fig.C) into the socket of the charging
station (17 fig.C).
2. Insert the plug of the battery charger into an appropriate socket. The mains voltage
must correspond to that indicated on the name plate of the battery charger.
3. Insert the charging station (17 fig.C) into the battery unit (4 fig.C). The red led will
light up (no. 18 fig.C) when the battery starts to charge.
4. The rechargeable battery only is fully charged when the charge indicator led (no.
18 fig.C) becomes green.
When the battery is completely empty, the charging time is about 5-7 hours.
2. NOTES ON ThE MAChINE:
- When the battery is empty, the machine will turn off and you will have to recharge it
even if you do not plan to continue working.
- The lithium battery is protected by a safety electronic circuit which turns the ma-
chine off automatically before the battery is completely finished and gets damaged.
Do not press the on/off switch after the automatic stop because the battery could
get damaged.
- If the machine is used continuously, it is normal that the battery unit heats up. In
such case, let it cool down for 30 minutes before charging it.
- The duration of the rechargeable battery varies according to the working conditions
and the type of hedge. In average working conditions the duration is about 8 min.
3. fIllINg ThE TANK AND lUBRICATION Of ThE ChAIN
IMPORTANT! The tool is provided with an empty tank; never operate the tool
without oil or with a low level as it could compromise the operation and the safety
of the operator.
IMPORTANT! Do not use old or recycled oil to fill the tank.
Procedure:
1 Clean the cap and the area around the tank cap with a cloth or a small brush.
2 Unscrew the oil cap (Fig. A no. 12) and fill the tank with biodegradable chain oil
available in specialized shops, hardware stores, agricultural machinery dealers, etc.
3 Fill the tank up to a maximum of 1 cm beneath the cap, taking care not to introduce
dirt, sawdust or dust inside.
N.B.: Empty the oil tank after each use.
IMPORTANT! The oil level must be checked frequently during use to prevent the
chain remaining without lubricant. If the chain saw runs without oil, the chain and
the bar will wear out quickly and the tool's lifespan will be reduced. Check the oil
level frequently during use.
IMPORTANT! It is very important to clean the chain saw (with a small brush) around
the cap before refilling in order to prevent dirt from entering the tank and to free the
bleed hole located above the cap.
IMPORTANT! The length of time one oil fill-up lasts may vary according to the chain
tension, the type of wood being cut, the environmental temperature, the oil density,
and the usage of the chain saw.
4. INSERTINg AND REMOvINg ThE BATTERY (fIg. D)
- Insert the battery through the guides on the rear part of the handle until it locks with
an audible "click".
To remove the battery, press the unlocking key (no. 1 fig. D) and remove it.
5. STARTINg AND STOPPINg
- Make sure you have charged and correctly inserted the battery.
- Grip the machine firmly, press the release button (Fig. A no. 21) to start it and then
the start lever (Fig. A no. 22).
- To switch off the machine release the start lever (Fig. A no. 22) keeping tight hold
of the machine.
- It is recommended to repeat these operations several times before starting work in or-
der to check that it functions correctly and to familiarise yourself with the machine.
6. ChECKINg ThAT ThE AUTOMATIC OIlER fUNCTIONS CORRECTlY
- Check that the tank is full of oil.
- Turn on the chain saw over a sheet of cardboard holding the blade about 4 cm
away.
- If an oil stain forms on the cardboard within a minute, the lubrication device is working
correctly. If there is no oil on the cardboard, read the "Troubleshooting" paragraph
and contact customer services if the problem persists.
7. ShOUlDER STRAP
- Always wear the shoulder strap provided (Fig. A no. 28) and adjust it in the most
comfortable position.
USER INSTRUCTIONS
The following topics will be discussed below:
1. Preliminary checks
2. General behaviour (operational tips)
1. PRELIMINARY CHECKS
Before commissioning and regularly during cutting operations, it is essential to perform
the following checks:
- oil level check
- correct chain tensioning
- checking that the automatic oiler works correctly
- chain sharpening check
- wearing protective equipment; goggles, gloves, head, hand, leg and feet protection
(non-slip boots).
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2. GENERAL BEHAVIOUR (OPERATIONAL TIPS)
- Make sure you stand in a stable position on the ground and keep your feet at a certain
distance so as to distribute your weight uniformly.
- Use the shoulder strap and grip the machine firmly with both hands in the shaped
areas.
- Start cutting the branch with the machine already operating.
- Move the cutting blade away when the machine is still rotating, otherwise the bar
could get stuck inside the branch.
- Work by exerting light pressure on the machine without overloading the motor.
- Cut the branches starting from the lowest ones and trim them in sections.
- Use the spike (no. 1 Fig. A) to help you get closer to the branches that are still
entangled on the plant.
WARNING: Do not use the machine whilst standing on ladders or other unstable
devices.
MAINTENANCE
wARNINg: Before operating, remove the battery unit (if applicable) from the
machine body; serious injury may occur if the body comes into contact with the
chain in motion.
wARNINg: The chain teeth are sharp; put on protection gloves before operation.
wARNINg: Do not turn on the start-up switch during the following operations.
CLEANING
- Take care of your machine and clean it regularly to ensure that it remains perfectly
efficient and has a long lifetime.
- Clean the machine with a soft brush or cloth.
- Do not spray or wet the machine with water.
- Do not use flammable substances, detergents, polishing products or solvents as
these may damage the machine beyond repair.
- Chemical agents can easily damage the plastic parts.
- Keep the oil away from the plastic parts.
- Regularly remove dirt and wood deposits from the motor cooling vents (Fig. A no.
13). Cooling the motor is very important and this operation must be carried out
regularly even during use, if deposits are noticed. It is recommended to use a dry
brush to clean the cooling vents.
MAINTENANCE
- Regularly check if there are damaged or loose parts and if the guards are assembled
correctly.
Chain and bar:
- Tension the chain when necessary.
- Take the chain to a specialised workshop for sharpening as needed.
- Replace the chain when, after repeated sharpenings, the length of the tooth has
reached 3-4 mm or when the links are worn (for the chain type see the "technical
information").
- Replace the bar if deformed or damaged.
For the bar and chain replacement follow the instructions indicated in the chapter
"Assembling the bar and the chain".
WARNING! If the chain is not sharpened, the cut is difficult and the risk of injury for
the operator increases.
- After every job, remove the oil from the tank, disassemble the bar and the chain and
clean them carefully with diesel using a small brush.
- Keep the oil channels on the bar clean using a plasterer's spatula or a metal wire.
- Carefully remove the wood deposits from the sprocket (no. 8 Fig. A) and the oil
passage hole (no. 30 Fig. A)
- Always keep the oil refilling area clean.
- Always transport and store the machine with the appropriate protection sleeve.
STORAgE
1 Clean the tool and all its accessories thoroughly (see maintenance/cleaning sec-
tion).
2 Remove the battery unit from the machine.
3 fully charge the battery before storing it and do this periodically every 9 months,
even in cases of disuse.
4 Where to store the tool:
- Out of reach of children
- In a stable and safe place
- In a warm, dry place
- Far from direct sunlight
5 Do not store in plastic bags as humidity may form
6 If the chain saw is not used for a long period of time, it is recommended that the
you empty the tank, clean the chain and bar with oil, and store them in greaseproof
paper.
7 Do not dispose of used oil with domestic waste, but take it to special Collection
Centres
DEMOlITION
Electric and electronic waste may contain potentially hazardous substances for
the environment and human health. It should therefore not be disposed of with
domestic waste, but by means of differentiated collection at specific centres or
returned to the vendor in the event of purchasing new equipment of the same type.
The illegal disposal of such equipment may result in prosecution to the full extent of
the law.
Battery disposal: The batteries included in the equipment can be disposed of
along with it. Do not throw the used batteries on the fire and do not dispose of
them in the environment, but take them to special disposal centres. Do not
dispose of them with domestic waste.