Product Familiarisation; Intended Use; Unpacking Your Tool; Before Use - GMC 45CC Instructions D'utilisation

• ALWAYS carry the chainsaw by its front handle, with the blade pointing backwards, away from your body
• When felling trees, always plan an escape route before cutting. Ensure that there is a clear space behind
you, at least twice as far as the tree is tall. The escape route should be clear of all obstructions
• ALWAYS keep the cutting blade properly lubricated; keep covered when not in use
• ALWAYS check the work area for hidden objects, fencing, cables etc.
• Ensure that material to be cut does not contain any foreign objects. Only use this chainsaw to cut wood. Be
sure that it is safe to cut before beginning a job
• NEVER pass arms or legs below the blade when cutting. Always stand back from the cutting area, in a
stable position
• Be prepared for the possibility of kickback. Under some circumstances, if used incorrectly, the chainsaw
may be thrown back towards the user. Correct use and maintenance will significantly reduce the chance of
kickback occurring
• If the chainsaw jams, switch off immediately. Allow the motor to come to a complete stop before attempting
to clear jammed material
• Be aware that some wood dust is toxic. This is especially likely if you are cutting wood treaded with stains,
or preservatives. If you are unsure of what treatments your wood may have had, do not cut
• Assess your own physical condition. Using a chainsaw, even a smaller model, is physically demanding.
Do not start a job unless you are confident that you are fit and strong enough to complete it. Never use a
chainsaw when tired, unwell, or under the influence of any kind of drugs or alcohol
Kickback Prevention and Safety
Precautions
WARNING: Chainsaw operators
• Be aware of kickback. Kickback may occur when the moving saw chain near the upper quadrant of the
guide bar nose comes into contact with a solid object, or is pinched. The reaction of the chain's cutting force
causes a rotational force on the chainsaw, in the direction opposite to the chain movement. This may lead
to the bar being flung up and back, in an uncontrolled arc, mainly in the plane of the guide bar. Under some
cutting circumstances the guide bar moves towards the operator, who, as a result, may suffer severe or
fatal injury.
• Certain cutting actions may influence kickback. Kickback may occur when the nose of the guide bar
is unexpectedly pinched, unintentionally comes into contact with solid materials inside the wood, or is
incorrectly used to begin a plunge cut. Kickback may also occur during tree limbing work. The greater the
force of the kickback, the more difficult it is for the operator to control the chainsaw.
• Many factors influence the occurrence and intensity of a kickback, including saw chain speed, the speed of
the impact with the object, the angle of contact, chain condition etc. The type of guide bar and saw chain
used is another major factor in the occurrence and intensity of kickback reactions.
• 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.
WARNING: Use of guide bar/chain combinations not listed in 'Specification', or other third-party accessories,
may increase kickback forces and the risk of kickback injuries. Only the chain/guide bar combinations listed in
this manual have been designed to comply with ANSI B 175.1-1991, the chainsaw kickback standard. Non-listed
bar/chain combinations may not be fully compatible with the safety features fitted to this chainsaw, and reduce
their efficiency.
WARNING: A dull or wrongly sharpened saw chain may lead to an increased risk of kickback. Improper
adjustment of the depth gauges increases the energy of a potential kickback. ALWAYS cut with a properly
sharpened saw chain.
WARNING: An improperly maintained chain brake may increase the time needed to stop the chain after the
brake mechanism was triggered, or may not activate the brake at all.
WARNING: Never operate your chainsaw without the front hand guard in place. When kickback occurs, this
guard protects your left hand and other body parts. Removal of the hand guard will also render the chain brake
inoperable.
Follow these steps to avoid kickback, preventing injury:
1. Hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands and maintain a secure grip at all times
2. ALWAYS stand to the side of the cutting path
3. At all times, be aware of where the tip of the guide bar is located
4. NEVER let the tip of the guide bar come into contact with any object
5. DO NOT use the tip of the guide bar for cutting
6. Stay alert for shifting of the wood and other forces that may cause the cut to close, pinching the saw chain
and guide bar
7. Take extreme care when cutting small, tough branches, as those may easily get caught in the saw chain
8. DO NOT overreach, and NEVER cut above shoulder height
9. ALWAYS wait until the saw chain has reached its maximum cutting speed, before making contact with the
wood
10. ONLY ever cut one log at a time
11. Be extremely careful when you have to re-enter a previously made cut
12. NEVER attempt to perform a plunge cut, if you are inexperienced or have not received formal chainsaw
training
13. Maintain the saw chain according to manufacturer instructions. Cut with a correctly sharpened, properly
tensioned saw chain at all times

Product Familiarisation

1. Spark Plug Combi Tool
2. Screwdriver
3. Chain File
4. Small Hex Key
5. Large Hex Key
6. Fuel Mixing Bottle
7. Chain Oil Reservoir
8. Bumper Spikes
9. Front Hand Guard
10. Front Handle
11. Recoil Starter
12. Airbox Cover
13. Airbox Knob
14. Ignition Switch
15. Choke Knob
16. Throttle Lock
17. Throttle Trigger
18. Safety Lever
19. Rear Handle
20. Fuel Tank (not shown)
21. Fuel Cap
22. Oregon® Guide Bar

Intended Use

Petrol chainsaw for medium-duty domestic gardening tasks, such as felling small trees, cutting logs and
firewood.
WARNING: This chainsaw is ONLY designed for cutting wood, and must not be used with other materials.

Unpacking Your Tool

• Carefully unpack and inspect your new tool. Familiarise yourself with all its features and functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing or damaged,
have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool

Before Use

WARNING: Ensure the ignition lead is disconnected before attaching or changing any accessories, or making
any adjustments, to prevent accidental starting.
Guide bar and chain assembly
WARNING: Wear cut-proof gloves when assembling or carrying out any maintenance to the chainsaw.
1. Locate the Guide Bar (22) and Saw Chain (24) and place the chain saw on its side on a secure flat surface
with the Sprocket Cover (33) facing upwards
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23. Safety Cover
24. Saw Chain
25. Sprocket (not shown)
26. Clutch
27. Tension Lug Locating Hole
28. Lubrication Port
29. Guide Bar Locating Stud
30. Guide Bar Locating Hole
31. Tensioning Lug
32. Chain Brake
33. Sprocket Cover
34. Exhaust (not shown)
35. Guide Bar Securing Nut
36. Tensioning Screw
37. Chain Oil Adjustment Screw
38. Air Filter Element
39. Primer Bulb
40. Ignition Lead
41. Spark Plug
42. L Screw
43. T Screw
44. H Screw
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