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Do not force the Pole Saw - it will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury when cutting at its own rate.
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Never over reach the work when using the Saw. Always keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush, saplings or limbs under tension, because slender and tense material may catch the
Saw and be whipped toward you, or spring back, pulling you off balance. Do not cut small vines and/or small underbrush.
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If the Saw vibrates abnormally, stop the motor, remove the Battery Pack, and inspect the tool for any damage. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition that may affect its operation.
Repair the
damage before restarting and operating the Saw.
NOTE:
Excessive vibration is generally a sign of trouble.
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Do not operate the Saw if it does not start normally or stop normally with the ON/OFF Trigger Switch.
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Stay alert and watch what you are doing. Do not operate the Saw when you are tired or under the influence of medication, drugs, or
alcohol.
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Never operate the Saw in the rain.
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Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
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Operate only in daylight or in an area well lit by artificial light.
Handling the Battery Pack Safely
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Always charge the Battery Pack indoors, never charge it the rain or in wet conditions.
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Use only the Neuton Lithium Charger with Neuton Lithium Battery Packs. Do not use the Neuton Lithium Charger with Battery Packs
from other manufacturers or other Neuton products. Use of a different Charger may cause a fire or explosion.
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Never attempt to alter or open the Battery Pack or Charger. There are no customer serviceable parts inside. Use normal household
voltage (110 volts) when charging the Battery Pack. Plug the Charger Power Supply directly into the electrical outlet.
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Exercise care in handling the Battery Pack in order not to short-circuit it with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys.
When short-circuited, the Battery Pack or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
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Electrolyte leakage from the Battery Pack can be harmful causing serious chemical burns if on the skin or in the eyes. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with cold water for at least 15
minutes and seek medical attention. Inhalation of vapors from a ruptured Battery Pack can cause respiratory irritation, provide
fresh air, and seek medical attention.
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Never dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire, as the Battery Pack may explode. Never open or mutilate the Battery Pack; released materials
are flammable. If fire or explosion occurs, do not breathe the fumes. A burning Battery Pack will create toxic fumes. Fire fighters should
use self-contained breathing apparatus. The fire in the Battery Pack will need to burn out, but the fire can be kept from spreading. If
possible, separate the Battery Pack from other flammable materials and use sand, copper powder or powdered graphite fire
extinguishers, dry ground dolomite or soda ash to smother the fire.
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Do not ship damaged Battery Packs and be sure to use the original packaging materials when shipping Batteries and tools back to
Neuton Power Equipment if you decide you do not want them. Special labeling on the packaging is required because the Batteries
are considered hazardous materials. Check with airlines before trying to check Lithium Batteries with your baggage. New
regulations are being considered that may restrict packaging and shipping of these Batteries as well as tools with Batteries installed.
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Please dispose of your used Battery Packs responsibly by recycling them, never throw away used Battery Packs in your household
trash. Call your local Solid Waste Management District or your local waste handler to locate the collection site nearest you. Some
collection sites recycle Battery Packs year-round; others collect them periodically.
You can also visit the Web site of Earth 911 for more information [www.earth911.org]. Once there, click the Municipal HHW link under
Hazardous Household Waste, and enter your zip code. The site lists recycling centers located near you. You can also visit our website
www.neutonpower.com
and click on “Customer Service” to find distribution centers across the country that will accept your Battery Pack
for 100% recycling of the plastic, and lithium. To learn more about hazardous waste recycling, visit the Web site for the Environmental
Protection Agency [www.epa.gov].
No list of Warnings and Cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur not covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense
and operate the NEUTON Battery-Powered Pole Saw in a safe manner. Visit our website at
www.neutonpower.com
or call Toll Free:
1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661)
for assistance.
Chapter 2: Unpacking and Assembling the NEUTON Battery-Powered Pole Saw
Carton Contents:
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NEUTON Battery-Powered Pole Saw body
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Bar & Chain and Bar Cover
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Battery Pack and Charger (optional)
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Safety and Operating Instructions
Unpacking:
1. Carefully remove the contents from the Shipping Carton. Make sure that all items listed in the Carton Contents are included.
2. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. If you find damaged or missing parts, call
Toll Free:
1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661)
for assistance.
NOTE:
Do not discard the Shipping Carton and packaging material until you are fully satisfied with your new NEUTON Battery-Powered Pole Saw.
