Fault Finding - Bosch GKE 35 BCE PROFESSIONAL Bedienungsanleitung

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Fault Finding

The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate correctly.
If these do not identify/remedy the problem, contact your service agent.
Warning: Switch off and remove plug from mains before investigating fault.
Symptom
Chain saw fails to
operate
Chain saw operates
intermittently
Dry chain
Run down brake/kick-
back brake ineffective;
chain is not braked
Chain/chain bar
overheats
Chain saw rips, vibrates,
does not saw properly
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Possible Cause
Kickback brake is activated
No power
Mains socket faulty
Extension cord damaged
Fuse faulty
Temperature-dependent overload
protection has actuated
Extension cord damaged
Loose connection
Internal wiring defective
On/Off switch defective
No oil in reservoir
Vent in oil filler cap clogged
Oil passage clogged
No oil in reservoir
Vent in oil filler cap clogged
Oil passage clogged
Chain is over tensioned
Dull chain
Chain tension too loose
Dull chain
Chain worn out
Chain teeth are facing in the wrong
direction
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Remedy
Pull hand guard 5 back in position
so that the red dot is covered
Check power
Use another socket
Check cord, replace
Replace fuse
Press the reset button for the thermal
safety switch 25 and operate the chain
saw for approx. 1 minute at no load
Check cord, replace
Contact service agent
Contact service agent
Contact service agent
Refill oil
Clean cap
Clean oil passage outlet
Contact service agent
Refill oil
Clean cap
Clean oil passage outlet
Adjust chain tension
Sharpen chain or replace
Adjust chain tension
Sharpen chain or replace
Replace chain
Reassemble with chain in correct
direction