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ADJUSTING TELESCOPIC POLE
See Figure 5
• Remove the battery pack from the pole sa
w.
• Rotate the collar counter clockwise to loosen.
• Push poles towards each other to shorten the pole or pull away from each to
lengthen the pole.
Note:
Extend the pole only to the length required to reach the limb to be cut. Do not
extend the handle above waist height.
• When the desired length is achieved, rotate the collar clockwise to secure.
Note:
Adjust hand placement on the shaft of the pole saw to keep proper balance.
Do not attempt to use the pole saw at a length which does not allow you to maintain
proper footing and balance at all times.
Charging the Battery Pack
•
The 18 volt battery supplied is sealed, maintenance free and spill free.
• Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided.
•
Allow at least 30-60minutes of charge time before initial use of the pole sa
w.
• Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage, 120volts, 60Hz or
AC
only.
•
The battery charger should be operated in temperatures between 50 and 100
degrees F.
• The battery should be charged in a cool, dry place.
• 2 to 3 initial charging/discharging cycles may be required to achieve maximum run
time/capacity
.
•
DO NOT
attempt to open the charger or the unit.
There are no customer
serviceable parts inside. Call customer service helpline at 1-800-313-51
1
1 for
assistance.
• DO NO
T
incinerate battery packs even if they are severely damaged or
• Use the battery charger indoors only
.
• Disconnect charger from the power supply when not in use to prevent damage to
the charger during a power surge.
• When fully charged, the battery can be safely stored in temperatures down to -40
degrees F for a period of up to four weeks, before requiring charging. Fully charge
battery pack every 90 days.
• If over a period of time the battery pack quickly runs down after a full 60 minutes
charging period, a replacement battery pack is needed.
•
T
o prevent permanent damage to the battery, never store in a discharged
condition.
• WINTER S
T
ORAGE - Fully recharge for the 1 hour before storage and then again
every 90 days.
• Since the battery will not develop a memory, it does not have to be fully
discharged before recharging.