Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
Owner’s Manual
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS
(888.909.6757)
80V CORDLESS BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW
GCS80420
2000002
Some Greenworks Lithium-Ion products are sold with
or without battery and charger.
To order: Battery (2Ah 80V Battery 2901302)
Charger (Model # 2901402)
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Contents .............................................................................................................................. 1
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Safety information............................................................................................................. 2-7
Symbols ............................................................................................................................ 8-9
Know your chain saw ......................................................................................................... 10
Assembly ............................................................................................................................11
Operation ...................................................................................................................... 12-26
Maintenance .................................................................................................................27-36
Environmentally safe battery disposal ...............................................................................37
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................38
Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 39
Exploded View ..............................................................................................
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Parts List.............................................................................................................................. 40
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
80V CORDLESS BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW
Type....................................................................................... Cordless, battery-powered
Motor ........................................................................................................................ 80 V
Bar length .......................................................................................................18” (45.8cm)
Chain pitch ................................................................................................. 3/8” (9.5 mm)
Chain gauge ..............................................................................................0.05” (1.1 mm)
Chain type ..........................................................................................................91P062X
Guide bar type...............................................................................................180SDEA041
Unit weight (without battery).............................................................................11 lbs (4.98 kg)
Unit weight (with 2Ah battery)..........................................................................13.7 lbs (6.21 kg)
CONTENTS
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YEAR/AÑO
TOOL WARRANTY
GARANTÍA DE
INSTRUMENTO
2
YEAR/AÑO
BATTERY WARRANTY
GARANTÍA DE
BATERÍA
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
W A R N I N G
Read all safety warnings designated by the symbol and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
The term “power tool” in all of the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1. Work area safety
A. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
C. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2. Electrical safety
A. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
reduce risk of electric shock.
B. 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.
C. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
D. 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.
E. 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.
F
NOTE: The term “residual current devide (RCD) may be replaced by the term ”ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) or (earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB)”.
. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
A. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
B. 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.
C. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to
power source and/or battery pack, picking u
p or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
D. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to the power tool may result in personal injury.
E. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
F. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
G. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
4. Power tool use and care
A. Do not force the power tool. Use the corre
ct power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
B. 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.
C. 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 meas
ures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
D. 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.
E. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
F. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
G. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and
in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for ope
rations different from
those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. Chain Saw Safety
C. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw chain may contact
A. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating. Bofore
you start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anythiing. A moment of
inattention while operating chain saws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with
the saw chain.
B. 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.
hidden wiring or its own cord.Saw chains contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal
parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
D. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further protective equipment for head, hands,
legs, and feet is recommended.Adequate protectiv
e clothing will reduce personal injury by
E. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree.Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree may result
in personal injury.
secure, and level surface.Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of
balance or control of the chain saw.
G. When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back.When the tension in the
saw out of control.
H
F.
. 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
I. Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw switched off and away from your
of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
G. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning, and changing accessories.Improperly
tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.
K. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.Greasy, oily handles are slippery
L. Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purpose not intended. For example: do not use chain
saw for cutting plas
tic, masonry or non-wood building materials. Use of the chain saw for operations
different than intended could result in a hazardous situation.
causing loss of control.
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 bac
k
towards the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in a
serious personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices build 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:
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.
bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
• Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
a) 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.
b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs
may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) 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.
d) 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.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
Battery tool use and care
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
6. Service
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
W A R N I N G ( P r o p o s i t i o n 6 5 )
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk of exposure to these chemicals varies depending on how of
ten you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are speciall
particles.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
KICKBACK (See Figure 1-2)
W A R N I N G
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 saw chain 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 lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back
toward the operator. If the saw chain 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.
unit is running. Place your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front
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. Fully squeeze the switch trigger and maintain cutting
speed.
4. Use only the replacement guide bars and low kickback chains sp ecifi ed by the
manufacturer for the saw.
• With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise.
Sudden surprise contributes to accidents.
• Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Do not cut above shoulder height or overreach when cutting.
• Follow the sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Rotational
Kickback
Kickback
Danger Zone
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SAFETY INFORMATION
• 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.
(See Figure 3)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CHAIN SAW SAFETY DEVICES (See Figure 4)
LOW KICKBACK SAW CHAIN
The rakers (depth gauges) ahead of each cutter can minimize the force of a kickback reaction
by preventing the cutters from digging in too deeply at the kickback zone. Only use replacement
B175.1. Low kickback/skip tooth saw chain is a chain that has met the kickback performance
requirements of ANSI B175.1 - 1991 (American National Standard for Power Tools - Gasoline-
Powered Chain Saws-Safety Requirements) when tested on the representative sample of chain
useful life, they lose some of the low kickback qualities and extra caution should be used.
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
PULL
PUSH
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Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their
meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOLS
SYMBOLS DESIGNATION EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watts Power
hrs Hours Time
Wh Watt Hours Energy Storage Capacity
Ah Amp Hours Current Capacity
n
o
No Load Speed Rational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
/ min
Per Minute
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per
minute.
Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
Designates that this tool is in compliance with
Lithium-Ion battery recycling program requirements.
Safety Alert Symbol Precautions that involve your safety.
Read the Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and
understand operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye and Head Protection
Wear eye and head protection when operating this
equipment.
Gloves
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when
handling the chain saw and the blade.
Safety Footwear
Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this
equipment.
Kickback
Tip contact can cause the guide bar to move suddenly
upward and backward, which can cause serious injury.
Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be
avoided.
Operate With Two Hands Hold and operate the saw properly with both hands.
One Handed Do not operate the saw using only one hand.
Bar Nose Contact
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. (15 m) away.
Wet conditions Alert Do not expose to rain.
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The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated
with this product.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified
service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
W A R N I N G
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you have read this
Owner's Manual thoroughly and understand it completely. If you do not understand the warnings
and instructions in this Owner's Manual, do not use this product. Call the Toll-free Helpline (1-
888-909-6757) for assistance.
W A R N I N G
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation,
always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a
full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or
standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may
result in property damage.
SYMBOLS
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KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW
Fig. 5
Scabbard
Quick View
Oil Indicator
Front Handle
Low Kickback
Saw Chain
Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your chain saw. Compare the
illustration in Figure 5 to your chain saw in order to familiarize yourself with the location of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Oil Reservoir Cap
Safety Lock
On/Off Switch
Rear Handle
Front hand guard / Chain Brake
Chain Cover
Wrench (13mm)
Guide Bar
Adjustment Screw
Chain Cover Lock Nuts
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UNPACKING
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
• 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.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-888-909-6757 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
• Chainsaw
• Scabbard
• O
• 80V 2Ah battery (Model# 2901302)
• 80v Charger (Model# 2901402)
wner's Manual
• Wrench - 13mm (located inside rear handle)
W A R N I N G
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.
W A R N I N G
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this
leading to possible serious personal injury.
W A R N I N G
starting and possible serious personal injur
insert
y.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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W A R N I N G
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless
W A R N I N G
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields that comply with ANSI Z87.1, when
operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting
in possible serious injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
• Basic limbing, felling, and woodcutting
• Removing buttress roots
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
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ADDING BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICANT (See Figure 6)
Use Bar and Chain Lubricant. It is designed for chains and chain oilers, and is formulated to
perform over a wide temperature range with no dilution required.
NOTE: Chain saw comes from the factory with no bar and chain oil added. Level should also be checked after
• Remove oil cap.
• Carefully pour the bar and chain oil into the tank.
• Wipe off excess oil.
•
• Repeat as needed.
NOTE: Do not use dirty, used or otherwise contaminated oils. Damage may occur to the bar or chain.
DO NOT re-
move the foam.
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 then run for one minute. 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.
I M P O R T A N T
To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of oil properly. Consult your local waste
authority for information regarding available recycling and/disposal options.
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
Fig. 6
Quick View
Oil Indicator
Oil Reservoir
Cap
C
HAIN
LUBRICANT
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BATTERY PACK (See Figure 7)
I M P O R T A N T
time, place the battery pack in the battery charger and charge it fully. Be sure to read all safety
precautions, and follow the instructions in the section entitled Charging Procedure. With regular
use, the battery will require shorter charging times. When storing the chain saw for a prolonged
period of time, remove the battery. When the chain saw is going to be used again, charge the
battery pack for at least a full charging period. This product has no memory effect.
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
•
•
• P
Align the battery pack (3) with the battery compartment on the chain saw.
ush the battery pack into the battery compartment until the latch locks into place.
• You should hear a "click" once the battery is installed.
I M P O R T A N T
This Lithium-ion battery pack is equipped with an internal circuit breaker which will automatically
shut off the power to the tool if overloaded.
If this occurs, release the trigger to reset the internal circuit breaker.
I M P O R T A N T
• Make sure the chain brake is not engaged;
• Pull back on chain brake guard;
• Press the O/I button to turn the unit on
Fig. 7
1
2
4
3
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
STARTING THE CHAIN SAW:
• Make sure chain tension is at the desired setting. Refer to Adjusting the Chain Tension in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
• Make sure the chain cover lock nuts are tight to the chain cover.
• Make sure no objects or obstructions are in immediate vicinity which could come in contact
with the bar and chain.
• Insert the battery into the chain saw. (see figure 7).
•
•
•
Press the power button to the left of the rear handle. You will hear two beeps signalling the
chain saw is active.
Press in the safety lock. This makes the switch trigger operational.
Press and hold the switch trigger for continued operation.
STOPPING THE CHAIN SAW:
NOTE: It is normal for the chain to coast to a stop once the trigger switch is released.
• Release the switch trigger to stop the chain saw.
• Upon release of the switch trigger, the safety lock will be automatically reset to the locked
position.
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STARTING AND STOPPING THE CHAIN SAW (See Figure 8)
W A R N I N G
Keep body to the left of the chain line. Never straddle the saw or chain, or lean over past the
chain line.
Fig. 8
On/Off switch
Switch Trigger
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
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OPERATING THE CHAIN BRAKE (See Figure 9 )
W A R N I N G
If the chain brake does not stop the chain immediately, or if the chain brake will not stay in the run
position without assistance, take the saw to an authorized service center for repair prior to use.
Check the operating condition of the chain brake prior to each use.
• Engage the chain brake by rotating your left wrist towards the guard, allowing the back of your
hand to engage the brake while the chain is rotating. You should hear beeps signaling the
Bchain brake is active. e sure to maintain both hands on the saw handles at all times.
Fig. 9
BRAKE OFF BRAKE ON
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PREPARING FOR CUTTING
PROPER GRIP ON HANDLES
(See Figure 10)
See General Safety Rules for appropriate safety equipment.
• Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.
•
right hand on the rear handle so that your body is to the left of the chain line.
•
the handle and the thumb is wrapped under the handlebar. This grip is least likely to be broken
are on the same side of the handle is dangerous because a slight kick of the saw can cause
loss of control.
W A R N I N G
Never use a left-handed (cross-handed) grip or any stance that would place your body or arm
across the chain line.
Fig. 10
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
PROPER HAND
GRIP POSITION
CHAIN
LINE
Proper Grip
IMPROPER GRIP
W A R N I N G
DO NOT operate the
switch trigger with your
left hand and hold the
front handle with your
right hand. Never allow
any part of your body
to be in the chain line
while operating a saw.
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PROPER CUTTING STANCE
(See Figure 11)
• Balance your weight with both feet on solid ground.
• Keep left arm with elbow locked in a “straight arm” position to withstand any kickback force.
• Keep your body to the left of the chain line.
• Keep your thumb on underside of handlebar.
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
Fig. 11
Chain Line
Straight Arm
THUMB ON
UNDERSIDE OF
HANDLE BAR
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BASIC OPERATING/CUTTING PROCEDURES
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 idling.
• Press the safety lock and squeeze the switch trigger then release safety lock and let the
chain accelerate to full speed before entering the cut.
• Begin cutting with the saw against the log.
• 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. Forcing the cut could result
in damage to the bar, chain, or motor.
• Release the switch trigger as soon as the cut is completed, allowing the chain to stop. If you
run the saw without a cutting load, unnecessary wear can occur to the chain, bar, and unit.
• Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut.
WORK AREA PRECAUTIONS
(See Figure 12)
• Cut only wood or materials made from wood; no sheet metal, no plastics, no masonry, no non-
wood building materials.
• Never allow children to operate the saw. Allow no person to use this chain saw who has not
read this operator’s manual or received adequate instructions for the safe and proper use of
this chain saw.
• Keep everyone – helpers, bystanders, children, and animals – a SAFE DISTANCE from the
cutting area. During felling operations, the safe distance should be a least twice the height of
the largest trees in the felling area. During bucking operations, keep a minimum distance of
15' (4.6 m) between workers.
• 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.
• Do not fell trees near electrical wires or buildings. Leave this operation for professionals.
• Cut only when visibility and light are adequate for you to see clearly.
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
Fig. 12
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FELLING TREES
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
W A R N I N G
Do not fell trees during periods of high wind or heavy precipitation. Wait until the hazardous
weather has ended.
When felling a tree, it is important that you heed the following warnings to prevent possible
serious injury.
• Do not cut down trees having an extreme lean or large trees with rotten limbs, loose bark,
or hollow trunks. Have these trees pushed or dragged down with heavy equipment, then cut
them up.
• Do not cut trees near electrical wires or buildings.
• Check the tree for damaged or dead branches
that could fall and hit you during felling.
• Periodically glance at the top of the tree during the backcut to assure the tree is going to fall in
the desired direction.
• 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!
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
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PROPER PROCEDURE FOR TREE FELLING
(See Figure 13-16)
• 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
• Operator should keep on the uphill side of terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide after it is
felled.
• 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.
Clear the path of safe retreat approximately 135° from the planned line of fall.
• Consider the force and direction of the wind, the lean and balance of the tree, and the location
tree along a line different from its natural line of fall.
• 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 the diameter of the trunk in the side of the tree.
Make the notch cuts 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.
• Felling Backcut. As
the felling cut gets close to the hinge the tree should begin to fall. If there
is any chance the tree may not fall in the desired direction or it may rock back and bind the
saw chain, stop cutting before the felling cut is complete and use wedges of wood, plastic or
aluminum to open the cut and drop the tree along its desired line of fall. Make the backcut
level and horizontal, and at a minimum of 2" (5 cm) above the horizontal cut of the notch.
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
Fig. 13
PLANNED LINE
OF FALL
PLANNED
LINE
OF FALL
PATH
OF SAFE
RETREAT
135°
45°
45°
90°
135°
135° FROM
PLANNED LINE
OF FALL
PATH OF
SAFE
RETREAT
90°
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NOTE: Never cut through to the notch. Always leave a band of wood between the notch and back cut (ap-
proximately 2" (5 cm) or 1/10 the diameter of the tree). This is called “hinge” or “hingewood.” 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 wedges into the cut so they do
not touch the chain. Drive wedges in, little by little, to help jack the tree over.
• As 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.
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
Fig. 14 Fig. 15
Fig. 16
HINGE
2" (5 cm) OR 1/10 DIA
NOTCH -
APPROX. 1/3
DIAMETER OF
TRUNK
BACK CUT
2" (5 cm)
Hinge
Back Cut
Wedge
23
OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
Fig. 18Fig. 17
REMOVING BUTTRESS ROOTS
(See Figure 17)
A buttress root is a large root extending from the trunk of the tree above the ground. Remove
vertical cut. Remove the resulting loose section from the work area. Follow the correct tree felling
procedure as stated in Proper Procedure For Tree Felling after you have removed the large
buttress roots.
BUCKING
(See Figure 18)
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, thi
s can cause kickback. Refer to Kickback earlier in this manual.
• When bu
cking 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.
Vertical
Cut
Loose
Section
Horizontal
Cut
KICKBACK
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OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
Fig. 20
Fig. 19
Fig. 21 Fig. 22
BUCKING WITH A WEDGE
(See Figure 19)
If the wood diameter is large enough for you to insert a soft bucking wedge without touching the
chain, you should use the wedge to hold the cut open to prevent pinching.
BUCKING LOGS UNDER STRESS
(See Figure 20)
side. As you cut the log, it will tend to bend. The saw can become pinched or hung in the log if
under stress to prevent the bar and chain from pinching.
OVERBUCKING
(See Figure 21)
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.
UNDERBUCKING
(See Figure 22)
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
1ST CUT 1/3 DIA
1ST CUT 1/3 DIA
FINISHING CUT
FINISHING CUT
LOG SUPPORTED AT ONE END
OVERBUCKING
UNDERBUCKING
LOG SUPPORTED AT BOTH ENDS
LOAD
LOAD
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OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
LIMBING
(See Figure 23)
Limbing is removing branches from a fallen tree.
•
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 limbin
g. Cut from the side of the tree
opposite the branch you are cutting.
PRUNING
(See Figure 24)
Pruning is trimming limbs from a live tree.
•
footing is secure and your weight is distributed evenly on both feet.
• Do not cut from a ladder, this is extremely dangerous. Leave this operation for professionals.
•
•
until you have cut off the limb further out to reduce the weight. This prevents stripping the bark
from the main member.
•
• Your second cut should overbuck to drop the branch off.
•
grow back to seal the wound.
W A R N I N G
If the limbs to be pruned are above chest height, hire a professional to perform the pruning.
Fig. 24Fig. 23
Second
Cut
LOAD
First Cut
1/3 Diameter
Finishing
Cut
CUT LIMBS ONE AT A TIME AND
LEAVE SUPPORT LIMBS
UNDER TREE UNTIL LOG IS CUT
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OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW
CUTTING SPRINGPOLES
(See Figure 25)
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.
W A R N I N G
Springpoles are dangerous and could strike the operator, causing the operator to lose control of the
chain saw. This could result in severe or fatal injury to the operator.
Fig. 25
SPRINGPOLE
27
MAINTENANCE
W A R N I N G
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage.
W A R N I N G
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or
when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from
various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to
W A R N I N G
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic, which
may result in serious personal injury.
LUBRICATION
for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is
required.
REPLACING THE GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN (See Figure 25-31)
D A N G E R
N
nuts. Without all these parts in place, the clutch can fly off or explode, exposing the user to
ever start the motor before installing the guide bar, chain, chain cover, and chain cover lock
possible serious injury.
W A R N I N G
To avoid serious personal injury, read and understand all the safety instructions in this section.
W A R N I N G
Before performing any maintenance, make sure the battery is removed. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
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MAINTENANCE
C A U T I O N
Always wear gloves when handling the bar and chain; these components are sharp and may
contain burrs.
•
•
•
•
•
•
Remove the battery from the chain saw.
Remove the supplied wrench from the rear handle.
Remove the two chain cover lock nuts from the
wrench
chain cover by rotating them counterclockwise with the
wrench.
Fig.25
Fig.26
Fig.27
Fig.28
Remove the chain cover from the mounting surface.
The bar and chain can now be removed by lifting it
away from the main body of the saw and releasing the
chain from the sprocket.
Remove the old chain from the bar.
Chain
Sprocket Bar
• Lay out the new saw chain in a loop and straighten
any kinks. The cutters should face in the direction of
chain rotation. If they face backwards, turn the loop
over.
• Place the chain drive links into the bar groove.
Cutters Chain Rotation
Chain Drive Links
chain cover
lock nuts
29
MAINTENANCE
Note: Make certain of direction of the chain.
• Position the chain so there is a loop at the back of
the bar.
• Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the
loop around the sprocket.
•
the bar studs are in the long slot of the bar. Ensure
that the chain is over the sprocket.
Note: When placing the bar on the bar studs, ensure
that the adjusting pin is in the chain tension pin hole.
• Replace the chain cover.
• Remove all slack from the chain by turning the chain
adjustment screw clockwise until the chain seats
snugly against the bar with the drive links in the bar
groove.
Fig.29
Fig.30
Fig.31
Bar Groove
Chain Drive Links
• Lift the tip of the guide bar up to check for sag.
• Release the tip of the guide bar and turn the chain
adjustment screw 1/2 turn clockwise. Repeat this
process until sag does not exist.
• Hold the tip of the guide bar up and tighten the chain
cover lock nuts by turning them with the wrench.
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 the chain is too tight, it will not rotate. Loosen the
chain cover lock nuts slightly and turn the chain
adjustment screw 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Lift the tip of
the guide bar up and retighten the chain cover lock nuts.
Ensure that the chain will rotate without binding.
30
MAINTENANCE
• Loosen the chain cover lock nuts with the supplied
wrench. The chain cover lock nuts do not have
to be completely removed in order to adjust the chain
tension.
• Rotate the chain adjustment screw clockwise to
increase the chain tension and rotate counterclockwise
to decrease the chain tension.
nut
nut
screw
wrench
wrench
ADJUSTING THE CHAIN TENSION (see figure 32-34)
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 on the chain.
• Once the chain is at the desired tension, tighten the
chain cover lock nuts.
Fig.32
Fig.33
Fig.34
1/16 in. (1,58 mm)
Note: During normal saw operation, the temperature of
the chain increases. The drive links of a correctly
tensioned warm chain will hang approximately 1/16 in.
(1,58 mm) out of the bar groove.
Note: New chains tend to stretch; check the chain tension
frequently and tension as required.
31
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
A chain tensioned while warm may be too tight upon cooling. Check the “cold tension” before next
use. Never tension a warm chain before storing as chains shrink when cool. This can damage the
chain, bar and saw.
CHAIN MAINTENANCE (see figure 35)
Use only a low-kickback chain on this saw. This
fast-cutting chain provides kickback reduction when
properly maintained. For smooth and fast cutting,
maintain the chain 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 the
chain, consider the following:
•
risk of severe kickback.
• Raker (depth gauge) clearance:
- Too low– increases the potential for kickback.
- Not low enough– decreases cutting ability.
• If the cutter teeth hit hard objects such as nails or
stones, or are abraded by mud or sand on the wood,
have an authorized service center sharpen the chain.
Fig.35
1/32 in. (0,79 mm)
Raker (Depth Gauge) Clearance
Note:
• Inspect the drive sprocket for wear or damage when replacing the chain. Have the drive sprocket
replaced by an authorized service center if there are any signs of wear or damage.
• If you do not fully understand the correct procedure for sharpening the chain after reading the
instructions that follow, have the saw chain sharpened by an authorized service center or replace
with a recommended low-kickback chain.
32
SHARPENING THE CUTTERS
(See Figure 36-39)
obtained only when all cutters are uniform.
C A U T I O N
Make sure the battery is removed from the chain saw before you work on the saw.
W A R N I N G
The saw chain is very sharp. Always wear protective gloves when performing maintenance to
the chain to prevent serious personal injury.
• Tension the chain prior to sharpening. Refer to Adjusting The Chain Tension.
•
bar.
•
•
•
•
•
C A U T I O N
A dull or improperly sharpened chain can cause excessive motor speed during cutting, which
may result in severe motor damage.
W A R N I N G
Improper chain sharpening increases the potential of kickback.
W A R N I N G
Failure to replace or repair a damaged chain can cause serious injury.
MAINTENANCE
33
TOP PLATE FILING ANGLE
(See Figure 40)
• CORRECT 30° – file holders are marked with guide marks to align file properly to produce
correct top plate angle.
• LESS THAN 30° – for cross cutting.
• MORE THAN 30° – feathered edge dulls quickly.
Fig. 36
Fig. 38
Fig. 37
Fig. 39
Fig. 40
Toe
Cutting Corner
Left Hand
Cutters
Right Hand
Cutters
Side Plate
Depth Gauge
PARTS OF A CUTTER
TOP PLATE FILING ANGLE
SIDE PLATE FILING ANGLE
CORRECT INCORRECT
LESS THAN 30°
30°
80°
MORE THAN 30°
MAINTENANCE
Gullet
Heel
Rivet Hole
Top Plate
34
SIDE PLATE ANGLE
(See Figure 41)
•
• HOOK – “Grabs” and dulls quickly; increases the potential of KICKBACK. Results from using a
• BACKWARD SLOPE – Needs too much feed pressure; causes excessive wear to the bar and
SIDE PLATE ANGLE
(See Figure 42-44)
• Maintain the depth gauge at a clearance of 1/32" (0.6 mm) Use a depth gauge tool for checking
the depth gauge clearances.
•
•
depth gauge jointer. After lowering each depth gauge, restore original shape by rounding the
•
•
MAINTENANCE
Raker (Depth Gauge) Clearance
HOOK BACKWARD SLOPE
INCORRECT
Restore
Original
Shape By
Rounding
The Front
1/32" (0.6 mm)
Fig. 41
Fig. 43
Fig. 42
Fig. 44
Depth Gauge Jointer
Flat File
35
MAINTAINING THE GUIDE BAR
(See Figure 45)
Every week of use, reverse the guide bar 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 that permits the chain to lay over sideways
• Bent guide bar
• Cracked or broken rails
• Spread rails
Lubricate guide bars weekly with a sprocket at their tip. 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 impurities.
MAINTENANCE
Fig. 45
Lubricating Hole
STORAGE
· Ensure the battery is removed from the chain saw.
· Wipe any debris off of the chain saw, including built up wood chips under the chain cover.
· Store in a dry cool place out of the reach of children.
· Store with the scabbard on to prevent damage to the chain and potential damage to other.
36
MAINTENANCE
1. To remove the chain cover, loosen
the two chain cover lock nuts by
turning them counterclockwise with the
supplied wrench.
2.
Then loosen the adjustment screw 2
or 3 turns.
3. Now totally remove the chain cover
lock nuts and remove the chain cover.
4. The bar and chain can now be removed
by lifting it away from the main body of
the saw and releasing the chain from
the drive pulley.
5. The chainsaw can now be cleaned with
a brush and or rag to remove sawdust
and oil.
6. To replace the bar and chain, loop the
chain over the drive pulley and place
the bar against the center alignment
groove.
7. Ensure that the adjusting block is
located in the tensioning hole on
the chain bar.
8. And that the rubber block and chain
bar are free from oil, as this helps to
keep tension on the chain.
9. Replace the chain cover and chain
cover lock nuts knob, but do not
tighten.
10. Turn the adjustment screw Clockwise
to tighten the chain.
NOTE:
- Chains stretch with use, check and tension often.
- Never tension a warm chain before storing, as chains shrink when cool,
this can damage chain, bar and saw.
11. Until there is enough play that the
chain can be pulled away from the bar,
but not so much that the runners can
be pulled out of the bar.
12. Once you have the correct tension,
fully tighten the chain cover lock nuts.
ADJUSTING
BLOCK
Quick reference of Chain&Bar assembly (Chain Tension)
wrench
wrench
adjustment
screw
37
ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL
The batteries used in this chain saw's battery pack contain the following toxic and corrosive mate-
rial: LITHIUM-ION.
W A R N I N G
of the environment. Before disposing of damaged or worn out Lithium-Ion battery packs,
contact your local waste disposal agency or the local Environmental Protection Agency for
information and specific instructions. Take the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal
not, do not recharge it and do not use it. Dispose of it and replace it with a new battery pack.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT!
and to avoid damage to the environment:
• Cover the battery's terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape.
• Do not attempt to remove or destroy any of the components of the battery pack.
• Do not attempt to open the battery pack.
• If a leak develops, the electrolytes that are released are corrosive and toxic. Do not get the
solution in the eyes or on the skin, and do not swallow it.
• Do not place batteries in regular household trash.
• DO NOT incinerate batteries.
•
waste stream.
•
Li-Ion
38
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Bar and chain Check chain tension for
Loosen the chain if it is too tight.
Refer to Adjusting the Chain Tension
earlier in this manual.
running hot and overtightened condition.
Loosen the chain if it is too tight.
Refer to Adjusting the Chain Tension
earlier in this manual.
smoking.
Chain oil tank empty. Check oil tank.
Motor runs, but Chain tension too tight.
chain is not rotating.
Check guide bar and chain
Refer to Replacing the Bar and Chain
assembly
earli
er in this manual.
Check guide bar and chain for Inspect guide bar and chain for damage.
damage.
Motor runs, chain Dull chain. Sharpen or replace the chain.
Beep sound is
heard while
a
Chain saw stops
while cutting.
Chain saw is overloaded. Release the trigger to reset the internal
circuit breaker.
Do not force the chain saw.
ttempting to start.
Chai
Battery requires charging.
n Brake is engaged R
Charge the battery. Refer to the battery
and charger manual for correct charging
procedures.
efer to Starting Instructions
rotates but does not
cut. Chain on backwards. Reverse direction of chain.
TROUBLESHOOTING
39
GREENWORKS™ hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with proof of
purchase, for a period of four (4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship.
GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be
defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for
units which have been used for personal use that have not bee
n hired or rented for industrial/
commercial use, and that have been maintained in accordance with the instructions in the
owners’ manual supplied with the product from new.
Battery carries a two (2) year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials. Batteries
must be charged in accordance with the operator’s manuals directions and regulations in order
to be valid.
ITEMS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY:
1. Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse, commercial use, abuse, neglect,
accident, improper maintenance, or alteration; or
2. The unit, if it has not been operated and/or maintained in accordance with the owner's
manual; or
3. Normal wear, except as noted below;
4. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, blade sharpening;
5.
GREENWORKS HELPLINE (1 888 90WORKS):
Warranty service is available by calling our toll-free helpline at 1 888 909 6757 (1 888 90WORKS)
TRANSPORTATION CHARGES:
Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the
responsibility of the purchaser. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to pay transportation charges
for any part submitted for replacement under this warranty unless such return is requested in
writing by GREENWORKS.
LIMITED FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY
Brushless Motor: Lifetime to original purchaser
4
YEAR/AÑO
TOOL WARRANTY
GARANTÍA DE
INSTRUMENTO
2
YEAR/AÑO
BATTERY WARRANTY
GARANTÍA DE
BATERÍA
40
EXPLODED VIEW
Item Part No. Description Qty
1 333031063 Wrench 1
2 311001075 unit assembly 1
3 311011075 battery botton 1
4 311021075 top cover assembly 1
5 311031075 oil cap assembly 1
6 311041075 front hand guard assembly 1
7 311051075 front handle assembly 1
8 311061075 side cover assembly 1
9 311011010 80V charger 1
10 311011009 80V 2A battery 1
11 31101406-1 chain bar 1
12 322041075 chain 1
13 341161075 scabbard 1
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS
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