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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

A Division of Snow Joe

, LLC Model 24V-PS8-LTE Form No. SJ-24V-PS8-LTE-880E-M

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

CORDLESS POLE CHAIN SAW

8" | 24-VOLT MAX | MULTI-ANGLE

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions

All Operators Must Read These

Instructions Before Use

Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may

result in serious bodily injury or death.

General Safety

mWARNING! This appliance is not intended for use

by children or by unassisted, unsupervised persons whose

physical, sensory or mental capabilities prevent them from

using it safely. Children should be supervised to ensure that

they do not play with the appliance.

Before starting up your machine, please check it carefully for

any defects. If you nd any, do not start up your machine.

Contact your authorized Snow Joe

+ Sun Joe

dealer or

call the Snow Joe

+ Sun Joe

customer service center at

1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

mWARNING! When using the power tool, basic safety

precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of

re, electric shock, and personal injury. These include:

1. Keep work area clean and well-lit – Cluttered, dark

areas invite accidents.

2. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use the power

tool in rain, in damp or wet locations, or in bad weather,

especially when there is a risk of lighting. This decreases

the risk of being struck by lighting. Do not operate the

power tool in gaseous or explosive atmospheres or use

the power tool near ammable or combustible liquids.

Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks

might ignite fumes.

3. Know your product – Know how to start and stop the

machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.

4. Keep children, bystanders, and pets away – All

spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe distance

away from the work area.

5. Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.

They can get caught in moving parts. Protective rubber

gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when

working outdoors.

6. mCAUTION! – Exercise caution to avoid slipping or

falling. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet

and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.

7. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common

sense. Do not operate the power tool when you are tired,

or under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.

8. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at

all times.

9. Prevent unintentional starting – Ensure the switch is in

the o-position before connecting to battery pack, picking

up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with

your nger on the switch or energizing appliance that have

the switch on invites accidents.

NOTE: This warning is not applicable for batteries that

cannot be disconnected from the appliance in normal use.

10. Use the right appliance – Do not use the power tool

for any applications other than those for which it was

intended.

11. Blades are sharp – Don't grasp the exposed cutting

blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the

power tool.

12. Use two hands – Hold the telescoping pole and handle

with both hands to avoid loss of control.

13. Remove the battery – Remove the battery from the

power tool when it is not in use, before servicing it, when

changing accessories, and when performing any other

maintenance task.

14. Use safety glasses – Also use safety footwear, snug-

tting clothing, protective gloves, hearing and head

protection.

15. Use head protection – Always use head protection when

operating the power tool overhead. Falling debris can

result in serious personal injury.

16. Do not force the tool – It will perform better with less

likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used at

the rate for which it was designed.

17. Store indoors – When not in use, the power tool should

be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place out

of the reach of children.

18. Check for damaged parts – Before further use of the

appliance, all guards and parts should be carefully

checked to determine that it will operate properly and

perform its intended function. Check for alignment of

moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,

mounting, and any other condition that may aect its

operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should

Summary of content (24 pages)

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R OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC CORDLESS POLE CHAIN SAW 8" | 24-VOLT MAX | MULTI-ANGLE Model 24V-PS8-LTE IMPORTANT! 6. mCAUTION! – Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces. Safety Instructions 7. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the power tool when you are tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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mWARNING! The cordless pole chain saw must be fully be properly repaired or replaced. Contact the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for assistance. assembled before operation! Do not use the tool that is only partly assembled or assembled with damaged parts! 19. Maintain the power tool with care – Keep the cutting edges sharp and clean for optimal performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
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Kickback Storage WARNING! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip mWARNING! Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, m of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury. in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. AVOID CONTACTING THE GUIDE BAR TIP WITH ANY OBJECT.
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Despite all the safety precautions, caution must always be exercised when handling batteries. The following points must be obeyed at all times to ensure safe use. Safe use can only be guaranteed if undamaged cells are used. Incorrect handling of the battery pack can cause cell damage. female plug matching the male plug on the charger. Make sure that the extension cord is in good electrical condition.
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Information about the battery conventional NiMh, NiCd, lead acid and lithium-ion cell types. If this advice is incorrect for a cell design that differs from these, then the correct advice may be substituted.) 1. The battery pack supplied with your cordless power tool is only partially charged. The battery pack has to be charged completely before you use the tool for the first time. 14. Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified.
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11. Do not use batteries that have suffered curvature or deformation during the charging process or those that exhibit other atypical symptoms (gassing, hissing, cracking, etc.). 12. Never fully discharge the battery pack (maximum recommended depth of discharge is 80%). A complete discharge of the battery pack will lead to premature aging of the battery cells. Protection from environmental influences 1. Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety goggles. 2.
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Safety Symbols The following table depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbols 50 ft (15 m) Descriptions Symbols Descriptions READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) – Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the user manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. SAFETY ALERT – Indicates a precaution, a warning, or a danger.
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Know Your Cordless Pole Chain Saw Read the owner’s manual and safety instructions carefully before operating the cordless pole chain saw. Compare the illustration below to the cordless pole chain saw in order to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 2 3 R R 10 11 12 13 22 23 14 25 17 18 21 20 24 15 16 26 19 Back of the chain saw head 1. Cutting bar sheath 11. Battery compartment 21.
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Unpacking Carton Contents Lights • Telescoping pole • Chain saw head with chain and bar pre-mounted Light Indicators Charge level button • Chain saw bar sheath The battery is at 30% capacity and requires charging • 24V iON+ lithium-ion battery • 24V iON+ lithium-ion battery charger • Hex key wrench The battery is at 60% capacity and requires charging soon • Manuals with registration card The battery is at full capacity 1.
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Charging the Battery IMPORTANT! Never allow the battery pack to become fully discharged as this will cause irreversible damage to the battery. 1. Push the push lock button on the battery to pull the battery pack out from the battery compartment (Fig. 1). Assembly mDANGER! Never start the motor before installing the Fig. 1 R guide bar, chain, and chain/sprocket end cover. Without all these parts in place, the clutch can fly off or explode, exposing the user to potentially serious injuries.
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NOTE: Make certain of the direction of the chain . If the chain is mounted backwards, the saw will vibrate abnormally and will not cut. Fig. 5 Fig. 8 Chain/sprocket end cover 3. Remove the bar and chain from the mounting surface (Fig. 6). Fig. 6 Fig. 9 Guide bar Cutting chain Loop 4. Remove the old chain from the bar. 7. Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop around the sprocket.
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NOTE: The chain is correctly tensioned when there is no sag on the underside of the guide bar; the chain is snug, but can be rotated by hand without binding. For more information on chain tensioning, see the maintenance section beginning on pg. 15. Fig. 11 3. To remove the chain saw head, release the On/Off trigger switch and remove the battery. Unlock the assembly lock. Push the lock tabs on both sides, and pull the chain saw head out (Fig. 13). Operation Starting and Stopping 1.
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Fig. 16 Pull Back Side Fig. 19 Pull Rotating button Front Side Telescoping lock 3. Lock the pole in position by closing the telescoping lock (Fig. 17), and ensure that the pole is secured. Rotating button Fig. 17 2. Release the buttons when the chain saw head is set to the desired angle. NOTE: Failure to properly secure the chain saw head may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
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A good, firm grip on the tool using both hands will help you maintain control. Place one hand on the soft grip or the telescoping pole, and the other hand on the handle with your thumbs and fingers encircling the pole and handle. A firm grip combined with proper positioning of the handle against your body will help you maintain control of the saw. Do not let go of the saw while it is in operation. can cause loss of saw control, which can throw the operator off balance and result in serious injury.
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• Squeeze the On/Off trigger switch and let the chain accelerate to full speed before entering the cut. • Keep the saw running the entire time you are cutting; maintain a steady speed. Limbing Limbing is the process of removing branches from a fallen tree. • You should cut limbs one at a time. Remove the cut limbs from the work area often to help keep the work area clean and safe. • Allow the chain to cut for you; exert only light downward pressure.
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Fig. 24 Sharpen the chain as follows (Fig. 25): Properly Adjusted Warm Chain • Secure the bar firmly, with the chain mounted, in a suitable vise. • Tighten the chain if it is loose. Flats are not visible here • Mount the file in the guide and then insert it in the tooth at a constant angle from the cutting edge. • Sharpen in a forward motion a few times and repeat this on all the cutting edges facing the same way (right or left). Approximately 0.050 in. (1.
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Troubleshooting Guide Bar Maintenance When the guide bar shows signs of wear, turn it over on the saw to distribute the wear for maximum bar life. Feathering or burring of the bar rails is a normal process of bar wear. You should smooth such faults with a file as soon as they occur. Troubleshooting Tips Most difficulties are easy to fix. Consult the troubleshooting table for common problems and their solutions.
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Daily Checklist, Cleaning and Storage Recycling + Disposal The product comes in a package that protects it against damage during shipping. Keep the package until you are sure that all parts have been delivered and the product is functioning properly. Recycle the package afterwards or keep it for long-term storage. Daily Checklist To help maintain your pole chain saw for optimum performance, we recommend you complete this checklist prior to each work session. WEEE symbol.
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Model + Serial Number When contacting the company, reordering parts, or arranging service from an authorized dealer, you will need to provide the model and serial numbers, which can be found on the decal located on the housing of the unit. Copy these numbers into the space provided below.
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Optional Accessories mWARNING! ALWAYS use only authorized Snow Joe ® + Sun Joe® replacement parts and accessories. NEVER use replacement parts or accessories that are not intended for use with this cordless pole chain saw. Contact Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® if you are unsure whether it is safe to use a particular replacement part or accessory with your cordless pole chain saw. The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage.
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