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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
The battery will only be half charged when it is purchased. Before using the chain saw for the
. Be sure to read all safety
precautions and follow the instructions in the battery and charger manuals. When storing the chain
saw for a prolonged period of time, remove the battery. When the chain saw is going to be used
again, fully charge the battery prior to use. The battery has no memory effect.
Battery
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Replace the battery or the charger immediately if the battery case or charger cord is damaged.
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Verify that the battery is removed before inspecting, adjusting, or performing maintenance on any
part of the chain saw.
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Read, understand, and follow the instructions contained in the charger manual.
WARNING
To install the battery:
1. Align the battery (not included) with the battery opening.
2. Insert the battery into the battery opening until the
battery release button (M) locks into place.
3. Push down on the battery until it locks into place. You
should hear a “click” once it is installed.
To remove the battery:
1. Press the battery release button (M) on the chain saw.
This will cause the battery to raise out of the tool
slightly.
2.
the battery opening.
IMPORTANT
This Lithium-ion battery is equipped with an internal protection, which will automatically shut off the
power to the tool and then reset itself once cooled. Follow these steps if an overload occurs while
under heavy use:
1. Release the power switch and restart tool by depressing switch.
2. The battery may need to be removed for approximately 1 minute, allowed to cool and then
reinstalled for use.
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