How high can the Garland Giraffe Keeper 20V 290 F-V23 work?
The technical data sheet indicates a working height of 2.4 m with the aluminum pole, a range that can reach around 4 m adding the height of the operator, making it useful for pruning branches that cannot be reached on foot.
What jobs is the Garland Giraffe Keeper 20V 290 designed for?
It is a battery-powered pole chainsaw designed for pruning branches at height. With its aluminum pole it allows you to work up to about 4 m in height depending on the height of the operator, and the working height declared on the sheet is 2.4 m to the head.
What bar and chain does this pole chainsaw mount?
It is equipped with a 10" (25 cm) bar and a low-profile 3/8" pitch chain, a combination designed for clean cuts in branches up to 25 mm in diameter according to the manufacturer's specifications.
Does the machine include a battery and charger?
No. The Giraffe Keeper 290 is sold without a battery or charger. It is compatible with Garland's Keeper 20V family, so it is advisable to add a battery (for example Keeper 20V BAT 2 of 2 Ah or Keeper 20V BAT 4 of 4 Ah) and a charger from the range (Single Fast Charger of 5 A or Double Fast Charger of 3 A).
What bar and chain does it mount and what maximum cutting diameter does it reach?
Mounts 10" (25 cm) bar and low-profile 3/8" pitch chain. The maximum cutting diameter indicated on the sheet is 25 mm, sufficient for regular pruning branches.
Are the battery and charger included in the purchase?
No. The Giraffe Keeper 20V 290 F-V23 is sold without a battery or charger. It is compatible with the Keeper 20V range, which includes the 2 Ah battery (ref. 20_V-0011) and the individual fast chargers 20_V-0003 and 20_V-0004.
Does it allow the head to be oriented to reach difficult branches?
Yes. The head is adjustable from 0º to 40º, which facilitates access to branches at complicated angles without having to reposition the entire body of the machine.
How is chain lubrication controlled during work?
It has an automatic lubrication pump and an oil sight glass that allows you to control when it is convenient to refill the tank. The reservoir is located in the head, reducing the risk of drips and leaks during handling.
How is chain lubrication managed?
It has an automatic grease pump with an oil tank located in the head to reduce the risk of drips and leaks. Includes a chain oil sight glass to monitor the level and refill when necessary.
How useful is the adjustable head and the Overload system?
The articulated head is adjustable from 0º to 40º, making it easier to attack branches at complicated angles without straining your posture. The Overload System stops the machine in the event of an electrical overload to protect the motor and the installation.
What sound and vibration level does it generate during use?
According to the sheet, the sound pressure is 77.8 dB(A) and the guaranteed/measured sound power is 91 dB(A), with an average vibration level of 2.55 m/s². It is advisable to use hearing protection and appropriate gloves, especially on long days.
What safety and engine protection systems does it incorporate?
It has a safety switch to prevent involuntary starts and the OVERLOAD SYSTEM, an overload protector that stops the machine in the event of an electrical overload to protect the motor and the installation. Additionally, chain adjustment is done without tools.