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Unpacking

Carton Contents

•  Electric pole chain saw
•  10 in. (25.4 cm) cutting chain
•  10 in. (25.4 cm) guide bar
•  Dual-tipped hex key blade screwdriver
•  Cutting bar sheath
•  Manuals with registration card

1.  Carefully remove the pole chain saw and check to see that 

all of the above items are supplied.

2.  Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or 

damage occurred during shipping. If you find damaged or 

missing parts, DO NOT return the unit to the store. Please 

call the Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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 customer service center at 

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

  NOTE: Do not discard the shipping carton and packaging 

material until you are ready to use your new electric pole 

chain saw. The packaging is made of recyclable materials. 

Properly dispose of these materials in accordance with 

local regulations.

IMPORTANT! The equipment and packaging material are  

not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils, 

or small parts. These items can be swallowed and pose a 

suffocation risk!

Assembly

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WARNING!

 Always wear heavy-duty gloves when 

handling the bar and chain. Mount the bar and chain very 

carefully so as not to impair the safety and efficiency of the 

machine. If in doubt, contact an authorized Snow Joe

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 +  

Sun Joe

®

 dealer or call the Snow Joe

®

 + Sun Joe

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 customer 

service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

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WARNING!

 Unpacking and assembly should be 

completed on a flat and stable surface, with adequate space 

for moving the machine and its packaging.

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DANGER!

 Never start the motor before installing the 

guide bar, chain, and sprocket 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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WARNING!

 To avoid serious personal injury, read and 

understand all safety instructions provided.

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WARNING!

 Before performing any maintenance, make 

sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply. Failure to 

heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

Inst Replacing the  

Guide Bar + Chain

Tools and supplies required:

•  Dual-tipped hex key blade screwdriver (supplied)
•  Heavy-duty work gloves

NOTE: When replacing the guide bar and chain, use only 

identical replacement parts. Make sure the pole chain saw is 

disconnected from the power supply before proceeding with 

installation.

1.  Using the hex key wrench, unscrew the sprocket cover 

bolt and remove the sprocket cover (Fig. 1).

2.  Remove the cutting bar and chain from the mounting 

surface (Fig. 1).

3.  Remove the old chain from the bar. 
 NOTE: When you first purchase your pole chain saw, the 

chain and bar will come separately with the saw. Refer 

only to the instructions for fitting the chain and bar (start 

with step 4). Should you need to replace the chain in the 

future, follow all the steps in this section.

Fig. 1

Sprocket 

cover bolt

Sprocket  

cover

Chain

Cutting bar

Summary of Contents for MTS-PS10

Page 1: ...ms may get caught in moving parts Use of heavy duty rubber gloves substantial non skid footwear and close fitting clothing is recommended when working outdoors with power tools 10 Wear protective hair...

Page 2: ...larized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet The extension cord plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet...

Page 3: ...bar and chain facing to the rear Do not cut small brush and saplings with the pole chain saw Small branches may catch in the chain and be whipped towards the operator which could pull the operator off...

Page 4: ...and free from oil and grease Always use both hands to operate the pole chain saw Keep a firm steady pressure on the pole chain saw while cutting but do not try to cut limbs larger in diameter than the...

Page 5: ...ON Avoid contacting the guide bar tip with any object Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backwards which may cause serious injury to the user WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTI...

Page 6: ...pic Shaft 5 6 ft to 8 7 ft 1 7 m to 2 7 m Overhead Reach Max 15 ft 4 6 m Multi angle Handle 30 0 30 Max Cutting Thickness 9 5 in 24 cm Recommended 8 5 in 22 cm Oil Tank Capacity 2 0 fl oz 60 ml Weight...

Page 7: ...E 1 866 766 9563 mWARNING Unpacking and assembly should be completed on a flat and stable surface with adequate space for moving the machine and its packaging mDANGER Never start the motor before inst...

Page 8: ...nd will not cut 6 Position the chain so there is a loop at the back of the bar Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop around the sprocket Fig 5 7 Fit the bar flush against the mounti...

Page 9: ...the sprocket cover bolt using the hex key wrench Fig 10 Operation Starting Stopping mCAUTION Before starting the saw remove the oil tank cap and add bar and chain oil to the top of the oil level wind...

Page 10: ...vent seepage empty the oil tank after each use When storing the unit for a long period of time 3 months or longer be sure the chain is lightly lubricated this will prevent rust on the chain and bar sp...

Page 11: ...1 Switch off and unplug the pole chain saw Make sure the chain has come to a complete stop 2 While press the pivot button rotate the pivot handle to the desired position Fig 17 3 Make sure the handle...

Page 12: ...nishing cut next to the main limb or trunk until you have cut off the farthest lying limb This will reduce the weight and prevent stripping the bark from the main member Under cut the branch 1 3 throu...

Page 13: ...in saw Fig 12 Always cut with the unit running at full speed Fully squeeze the ON OFF trigger and maintain a steady cutting speed Wear non slip gloves for maximum grip and protection Extend the pole o...

Page 14: ...skill and experience to avoid damaging the cutting edges Sharpen the chain as follows Fig 22 Secure the bar firmly with the chain mounted in a suitable vise Tighten the chain if it is loose Mount the...

Page 15: ...t prior to each work session mWARNING Do not plug in the power cord until you have completed all of the daily checks Inspect for any visible damage to the chain guide bar or motor housing Inspect the...

Page 16: ...iquid Storage Ensure that the guide bar cover is in place when storing Do not store the pole chain saw near chemicals such as fertilizers or other harsh solvents Do not expose the plastic parts of the...

Page 17: ...r and chain oil SWJ800E TOOL SWJ OIL sold at snowjoe com or you can purchase equivalent bar and chain oil sold at your local hardware store Model Accessories Item R Sun Joe 10 inch replacement bar SWJ...

Page 18: ...18 NOTES...

Page 19: ...ty repairs This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred by the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non use of this product w...

Page 20: ...snowjoe com...

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