Cordless Pole Chainsaw
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Saw Chain Tension
WARNING!
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Remove battery from pole saw before servicing. Severe injury or death could occur from body contact with
moving chain.
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Cutting edges on chain are sharp. Use protective gloves when handling chain.
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When cleaning the saw body:
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Do not submerge saw in any liquids.
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Do not use products that contain ammonia, chlorine, or abrasives.
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Do not use chlorinated cleaning solvents, carbon tetrachloride, kerosene, or gasoline.
NOTE
: The saw chain tension is properly set at the factory. A new chain will stretch. Check new chain tension
frequently (after disconnecting battery) during the first 2 hours of operation. Allow chain to cool down. Follow
steps below to check saw chain tension.
1. Remove battery from chain saw.
2. Place chain saw on a firm surface to check chain tension.
3. Pull chain with light force 1/8" away from bottom of guide bar and release (see image below). If chain lightly
snaps back into place, tension is correct. A slight sag (1/16" or less) between chain and bottom of guide bar
is acceptable.
Saw Chain Tension Adjustment
1. Loosen the guide bar screw before adjusting the chain (see image below).
