Einhell 40.6cm Corded Electric Chainsaw - 240V
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About this product
The Einhell GH-EC 2040 electric chainsaw is a powerful, reliable tool for cutting firewood and small trees. It features a robust 40cm blade and chain for optimal cutting performance, with tool-free chain tensioning and replacement. The metal gearbox ensures long-lasting power transmission. Safety features include kickback protection with an instant chain brake, a chain catcher bolt, and a metal claw stop for stable sawing. Automatic chain lubrication, easy oil refills, and cable strain relief add to its convenience and durability.
The saw chain can be tensioned effortlessly and without additional tools by turning the chain tensioning screw until the necessary chain tension is obtained and then locking it in position. Proper chain tension is essential for perfect cutting results.
The claw stop allows the chain saw to be pressed against the wood when sawing and prevents uncontrolled kick-out.
The chain is lubricated completely automatically during use with oil from the 160 ml tank. Thanks to the sight glass, the level of the oil container always remains in view. This ensures maximum life cycle of the blade and the chain.
- Model number: 4501719.
Chainsaw features:
- 2000 watt motor.
- Power 240V.
- Chain bar length 40.6cm.
- Cord length 10m.
- Corded or cordless: corded.
- Chain speed 13.5m/s.
- Automatic chain lubrication.
- Oil level indication.
- Quick stop chain brake.
- Rapid reaction kick-back brake.
- Features a safety trigger, safety guard and hand guard.
- Chain catcher - helps prevent the chain being thrown back towards the handler, if the chain becomes derailed or breaks.
- Blade protection cover.
- Tool free chain assembly allows for simple fitting and chain adjustment.
- Weight 5kg.
- Manufacturer's 3 year when registering online guarantee.
- EAN: 4006825676464.
4.9
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Good quality chainsaw
A very good quality item, very powerful and effective. Only downside is the weight, it is quite heavy for high-level work.
Rupert, 65 or over, Pembrokeshire, UK
Excellent electric saw
We cut down three big trees (two of them old dry trees) this machine still going Very good value for money I have range of einhell products all them are good quality I recommend this brand to anyone
Joby105, 45 - 54, Cardiff
Chainsaw
Excellent value for money efficient and easy to use highly recommend
Gardener
Well made product
After putting the chain saw and blade on, which I found a little difficult, I put in chain saw oil and off we went to cut logs. I was a little concerned at first as I thought the chain oil was not getting through to the chain and blade but after a little while I saw the oil in the window slowly dropping so that was not now a problem. I had to adjust the chain tension and could not see how you did this as the instructions did not spell it out easily. Eventually I realised that you had to slacken off the fixing screw for the chain wheel cover (No 9) you could then slacken or tighten the chain tension by using the chain tensioning screw (no 10). So again another problem solved. It cut the wood I had into logs very efficiently albeit a little heavy for my wife to use but OK for me. Only used it for a couple of hours that day but I've got more to do today and possibly tomorrow. Good product first one of Einhell I have used.
Brises, 65 or over, Hampshire
Absolutely super chain saw
Very good quality & easy to use, good long lead The self lubricant works very well Grip comfortable
Batty, 65 or over, Bath, Somerset
Excellent safety features - including the cable
As a first time chainsaw user, I bought this chainsaw after having firstly tried two of a different make - both of which had a single screw device for the chain cover/tensioner - and bot failed to tension the chain! So as I have a good quality Einhell saw, I bought the GH-EC2040. Out of the box I immediately recognised a safety feature that is not mentioned in the pre-sales literature. The power cable is just several inches long at the chainsaw end. This means that you can disconnect the electric (before tensioning etc) quickly and easily at the chainsaw - without having to walk 10 metres to disconnect at the power outlet - and I'm sure this means many more owners will indeed follow the instruction to disconnect. Also the saw end of the supply cable is fitted with a cap to stop debris etc getting ito the lead socket. Another reason I bought this saw was the tensioning screw being a separate control to the chain cover wheel. This works fine (unlike the previous makes). In use I find this saw to be quite powerful and thus not quite as forgiving as other makes - I feel it demands you maintain focus - but the fact the chain stops instantly when the power button is released I believe more than compensates for this. Safety instructions need to be followed as all times. I'm very happy with my purchase and have already used it to cost up a lot of firewood.
MindTheGap, 65 or over, Bedford
Powerful Chainsaw
Really pleased with this Chainsaw-Powerful and versatile-Good sized Chainsaw
JIM121
Hello,
There is a black cap located on the side of the product, this is where you insert the oil, if you need further assistance please don't hesitate to contact Einhell Customer Service on: 0151 649 1500.
Einhell UK
Hi Ss,
The Einhell 40.6cm Corded Electric Chainsaw - 240V is a powerful tool with a 2000W motor and a chain speed of 13.5 m/s. It's designed for cutting firewood and small trees, featuring a 40.6 cm blade and robust chain. However, when it comes to cutting large tree stumps, it might not be the most efficient choice.
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