ITEM #0796791 40 V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS POLE SAW MODEL #KPS 80-07 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ........ 3 Package Contents ..................................................................................................................... 3 Symbols......................................................................................................................................4 Safety Information ..................................................................................................................... 5 Preparation ....................................................
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Cordless, Battery-powered 40 V Lithium-ion 8 in. (20.3 cm) 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) 91PJ033 080NDEA318 8.2 lbs. (3.
SYMBOLS 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 V A Hz W hrs no /min DESIGNATION EXPLANATION Volts Amperes Hertz Watts Hours No Load Speed Voltage Current Frequency (cycles per second) Power Time Rational speed, at no load Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits, etc., per Per Minute minute.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. 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.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in • Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times. • Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired. When not in use, the appliance should be stored indoors in a dry, locked up place-out of the • reach of children.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in For Battery • When inserting battery into this product, the proper polarity or direction must be observed. • Reverse insertion of battery can result in leakage or explosion. • Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the gardening appliance. • Use only 40 V Kobalt batteries (KB 240-06, KB 440-06, KB 245-06, KB 540-06).
SAFETY INFORMATION • • Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part. • Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use. • When not in use, product should be stored indoors in a dry, locked up place — out of the reach of children. • Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts. Failure to do so may cause poor performance, possible injury, and will void your warranty. • Use the right appliance.
SAFETY INFORMATION • Use extreme caution when cutting small sized brush and saplings because slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance. • When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring back so that you will not be struck • Be sure switch is off when inserting the battery. • Maintain product with care. Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury.
PREPARATION UNPACKING • This product has been shipped unassembled. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the package contents section 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.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Connecting the poles Before using the pole saw, assembly is required. When removed from the box, there are three parts. • Remove packaging material and discard. • Insert the extension pole (B) into the handle pole (A) and slide together. • Lower the collar (H) on the extension pole (B) to the threaded base on the handle pole (A) and rotate clockwise to secure. • Repeat this process to attach the extension pole (B) to the power head pole (C).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Battery IMPORTANT: The battery may not be charged when time, place the battery in the battery charger and charge. Make sure to read all safety precautions and follow the instructions in the battery and charger manuals. To install the battery: 1. Align the battery (D) with the battery opening. 2. Insert the battery into the battery opening until the battery release button (I) locks into place. 3. Push down on the battery until it locks into place.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Starting and stopping A. To start the motor: • Press the lock-out lever (N). Squeeze the trigger switch (J) to start. • Release the trigger switch (J) to stop. Note: To lock out the trigger, you can pull back the safety lock button (G) with your thumb. To unlock the safety lock, push it forward. When the trimmer is not in use, you can use the safety lock to prevent activation during storage or transport. Adjusting pole saw height • Rotate the collar (H) counterclockwise to loosen.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • • • Release the trigger as soon as the cut is completed. Failure to follow proper cutting procedures will result in the bar and chain binding and becoming pinched or trapped in the limb. If this should happen: Stop the motor and remove the battery from the pole saw. If the limb can be reached from the ground, lift the limb while holding the saw. This should release the “pinch” and free the saw. If the saw is still trapped, call a professional for assistance.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • • • ’ trunk until you have cut off the limb further out to reduce the weight. Following proper cutting procedures will prevent stripping the bark from the main member. Do not use the pole saw for felling or bucking. To prevent electrocution, do not operate within 50 ft. (15 m) of overhead electrical lines. Keep bystanders at least 50 ft. (15 m) away. m • 50 • Keep the tree between you and the chain while limbing.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Chain & Bar Assembly During use, the chain will stretch and become dull. Debris and saw dust can also collect underneath the bar cover. Use the following steps to maintain your pole saw and chain. • Release chain tension by turning the tension adjustment screw, located behind the chain bar, counterclockwise. • Unscrew the lock knob. Lock knob • • • Remove the cover.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE • To replace the bar and chain, loop the chain over the sprocket and place the bar against the bar stud slot. Bar Stud Slot Sprocket • • Ensure that the chain tensioning pin is located in the tensioning hole on the chain bar. Also ensure that the rubber block and chain bar are free of oil, as this helps to keep tension on the chain. Chain Tensioning Pin • Replace the side cover and lock knob, but do not fully tighten.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE • Using a Phillips screwdriver (not included) on the tension adjustment screw, turn clockwise. Tension Adjustment Screw • • Turn clockwise 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. Once you have the correct tension, fully tighten the locking knob. Note: Chains stretch with use. Check tension often. Never tension a warm chain before storing, as chains shrink when cool.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Chain tension • Stop the motor and remove the battery before setting the chain tension. Turn the bar cover knob counterclockwise to loosen the bar cover but do not remove the bar cover. Turn the chain tensioning screw clockwise to tension chain. Turn the guide bar knob clockwise to tighten. Refer to the Replacing the bar and chain section for additional information.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Chain oiler WARNING To avoid possible serious injury, stop the motor and remove the battery from the pole saw before replacing the bar, chain, or performing any maintenance operation. • Use Premium 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. • Remove the cap and carefully pour into the bar lube reservoir. • Replace the cap and tighten securely. • pole saw is used.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Chain maintenance For smooth and fast cutting, the chain needs to be maintained properly. The following conditions indicate that the chain requires sharpening: • Wood chips are small and powdery. • Chain must be forced through the wood during cutting. • Chain cuts to one side. During maintenance of the chain, consider the following: • risk of a severe kickback.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE • each return stroke. • cutters in one direction. Then move to the other side brush. CAUTION Dull or improperly sharpened chain can cause excessive motor speed during cutting which may result in severe motor damage. WARNING Improper chain sharpening increases the potential of kickback. Failure to replace or repair damaged chain can cause serious injury.
TROUBLESHOOTING If you still have questions or an unresolved issue after going through this troubleshooting guide, or just want to speak to a Kobalt product expert, please call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday – Friday. PROBLEM Bar and chain running hot and smoking. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Check chain tension for overtightened condition. CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Tension chain. Refer to Chain Tension earlier in this manual. 2. Bar lube reservoir empty.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
