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PRS-012

MAINTENANCE

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS

TROUBLESHOOTING

1. 

When not in use, the tool should be stored in a dry, frost free location, keep 

out of children’s reach.

2. 

Keep ventilation slots of the saw clean at all times and prevent anything from 

entering.

3. 

If the housing of the saw requires cleaning, do not use solvents. Use of a cloth 

only is recommended.

4. 

Blow out the ventilation slots with compressed air periodically.

5. 

The blade can be sprayed with light oil to avoid rusting.

Note:

 Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or injuries caused by 

repair of the pruning saw by an unauthorised person or by mishandling.

WARRANTY

SPARE PARTS

PRUNING SAW SAFETY WARNINGS

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

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BATTERY AND CHARGER SAFETY WARNINGS

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR 
BATTERY CHARGER.

1. 

Before using the charger read all instructions and cautionary markings on the charger, battery pack and the product 

using the battery pack.

2. 

This charger is not intended for any uses other than charging rechargeable batteries. Any other use may result in risk 

of fire, electric shock or electrocution.

3. 

Do not place any object on top of the charger or place the charger on a soft surface that may result in excessive 

internal heat. Place the charger in a position away from any heat source.

4. 

To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the 

charger.

5. 

Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or 

stress.

6. 

An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in the risk 

of fire, electric shock or electrocution.

7. 

Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way. Have it 

checked by an electrician or power tool repairer.

8. 

Do not disassemble charger. Take it to an electrician or power tool repairer when service or repair is required. Incor-

rect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock, electrocution or fire.

9. 

To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any cleaning. Removing the 

battery pack will not reduce this risk.

10. 

Never attempt to connect 2 chargers together.

11. 

DO NOT store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 40ºC (such as inside 

sheds or metal buildings in summer).

12. 

The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power (240 volts). Do not attempt to use it on 

any other voltage!

13. 

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. First read the safety instructions and then follow the charging 

notes and procedures.

14. 

The longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is 

between 18 - 24ºC. Do not charge the battery pack in an air temperature below 10ºC or above 40ºC. This is important 

and will prevent damage to the battery pack.

15. 

Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is seriously damaged or is completely worn out. The battery can explode in 

a fire.

16. 

Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, immedi-

ately discontinue use and do not recharge.

17. 

During charging, the battery must be placed in a well ventilated area.

Warning 

Read instruction manual

 

Diameter

 

    

 

mA

     

Milliamperes    

Double insulated 

/min     

Revolutions or reciprocation per minute

Ah 

   

Amp hour

Indoor use only

Nm     

Newton Meters   

 

n

o      

No load speed

  

V

 

    

Volts

 

 

 

                

Hz

 

    

Hertz

ac/~

      

Alternating current 

            

W

 

    

Watts

  

    

Direct current

 

 

dc/

Wear safety gloves

Keep Bystanders away

Wear hearing protection

Do not expose to rain

Wear respiratory protection

Wear eye protection

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LED lights do not illuminate on charger

Check the charging adaptor is securely plugged into the wall outlet.
Check the battery is firmly connected to the charging cradle. 

Variable speed trigger is locked

Ensure that the safety switch is pressed left or right to enable the trigger to be pressed.

The blade will not insert or remove from the blade 

holder

Ensure the blade holder is rotated completely clockwise before trying to insert or remove 

the blade.

Saw has cut out during use

The battery may have run out of power and requires charging. If the battery is fully 

charged, it is likely that the battery’s thermal voltage protection has been activated. This 

can happen when the saw has been used for extended periods.
Place the battery on the charger for an hour. It will need this time to cool down and for the 

protection circuits to be reset.

Saw suddenly speeds up

This is normal. Once the saw has started the cut into the timber, based on load, the blade 

will speed up to complete the cut.

Sparking visible through the housing air vents

A small amount of sparking may be visible through the housing vents. This is normal and 

does not indicate a problem.

WARNING!

 

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. 

Failure to follow the warnings and 

instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.  

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the 

warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) 

power tool.

1. Work area safety 

a.  

 Keep work area clean and well lit

. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. 

b.  

 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of 

flammable liquids, gases or dust.

 Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. 

c.  

 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.

 Distractions can cause you to lose 

control.

2. Electrical safety 

a.  

 Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way.  

Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

 Unmodified plugs and matching 

outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. 

b.    

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges 

and refrigerators. 

There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. 

c.    

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

 Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of 

electric shock. 

d.  

 Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power 

tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.

 Damaged or entangled cords 

increase the risk of electric shock. 

e.    

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

 Use 

of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. 

f.  

 If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device 

(RCD) protected supply.

 Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock. 

3. Personal safety 

a.  

 Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power 

tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol 

or medication.

 A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. 

b.  

Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.

 Protective equipment such as dust 

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. 

c.  

 Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting 

to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. 

Carrying power tools with 

your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. 

d.    

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.

 A wrench or a key left 

attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. 

e.    

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

 This enables better control of the 

power tool in unexpected situations. 

f.  

 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and 

gloves away from moving parts.

 Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

g.    

If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, 

ensure these are connected and properly used.

 Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

4. Power tool use and care 

a.  

 Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. 

The correct power 

tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 

b.    

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.

 Any power tool that cannot be 

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. 

c.  

 Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool 

before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.

 Such preventive 

safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. 

d.    

Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar 

with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

 Power tools are dangerous in 

the hands of untrained users. 

e.    

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of 

parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, 

have the power tool repaired before use.

 Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. 

f.  

 Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

 Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to 

bind and are easier to control. 

g.    

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, 

taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. 

Use of the power tool 

for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. 

5. Battery tool use and care

a.

  Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. 

A charger that is suitable for one  

 

type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

b.

   Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. 

Use of any other battery packs may  

 

create a risk of injury and fire.

c.

 

 

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips,  

 

coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from  

 

one terminal to another. 

Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

d.

   Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact  

 

accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical  

 help. 

Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

6. Service 

a.  

 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement 

parts. 

This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.  

b.  

 If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,

 its service agent or 

similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.  

This appliance is not intended for

 use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory 

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction 

concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• 

Keep all parts of the body away from the saw blade when the saw is operating. Before 

you start the pruning saw, make sure the saw blade is not contacting anything.

 A moment of 

inattention while operating saws may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw blade.

• 

Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further protective equipment for head, 

hands, legs and feet is recommended. 

Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris 

or accidental contact with the saw blade.

• 

Do not operate a pruning saw in a tree.

 Operation of a pruning saw while up in a tree may result in personal 

injury.

• 

Always keep proper footing and operate the pruning saw only when standing on fixed, 

secure and level surface. 

Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the 

saw.

• 

When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back.

 When the tension in the wood 

fibres is released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the pruning saw out of control.

•  Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings.

 The slender material may catch the saw blade and 

be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.

•  Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

 Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss of 

control.

• 

 

Do not touch the blade or the work piece immediately after operation; 

they may be extremely hot 

and could potentially burn your skin

.

•  

 

If you withdraw the blade from the work piece during operation, a strong reaction could 

be produced,

 which could cause the blade to snap or cause you to lose your grip and/or control of the saw. Always switch 

off the tool and wait until the blade has come to a complete stop before with drawing the blade from the work piece.

• 

Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the pruning saw handles, with both hands on the saw and position your 

body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are 

taken. Do not let go of the pruning saw.

• 

Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of 

the pruning saw in unexpected situations.

• 

Only use replacement blades specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect blades may cause blade breakage and/or kickback.

SPECIFICATIONS

Input:  

18V

Stroke Length: 

20mm

Stroke Speed: 

1500-2800/min

Max. Cutting Diameter:  70mm (with clamping jaw) 
 

 

90mm (w/o clamping jaw)

Weight:  

1.2kg

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

Cordless Pruning Saw

Battery & Charger sold separately

CORDLESS

PRUNING SAW

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

ozito-diy.co.uk

PXCPRS-018U

1 x Saw Blade

WARNING!: 

BEFORE CLEANING YOUR PRUNER OR 

CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, 

MAKE SURE THAT THE MOTOR IS OFF AND THE 

BATTERY REMOVED TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING.

OZITO UK

 

Unit 9 Stadium Court, Wirral International Business Park, Plantation Road, Bromborough, Wirral, CH62 3QG

All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect 

condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service 

department at the address shown on this guarantee card. You can also contact us by 

telephone using the customer service number shown. Please note the following terms under 

which guarantee claims can be made:

1. These warranty terms regulate additional warranty services, which the manufacturer 

mentioned below promises to buyers of its new products in addition to their statutory 

guarantee claims are not affected by this guarantee. Our guarantee is free of charge to you.

2. The warranty services only covers defects due to material or manufacturing faults on 

a product which you have bought from the manufacturer mentioned below are limited to 

either the rectification of said defects on the product or the replacement of the product, 

whichever we prefer. 

Please note that our devices are not designed for use in commercial, trade or professional 

applications. A guarantee contract will not be created if the device has been used by 

commercial, trade or industrial business or has been exposed to similar stresses during the 

guarantee period.

3. The following are not covered by our guarantee: 

- Damage to the device caused by a failure to follow the assembly instructions or due to 

incorrect installation, a failure to follow the operating instructions (for example connecting 

it to an incorrect mains voltage or current type) or a failure to follow the maintenance and 

safety instructions or by exposing the device to abnormal environmental conditions or by 

lack of care and maintenance. 

- Damage to the device caused by abuse or incorrect use (for example overloading the 

device or the use or unapproved tools or accessories), ingress of foreign bodies into the 

device (such as sand, stones or dust, transport damage), the use of force or damage caused 

by external forces (for example by dropping it). 

- Damage to the device or parts of the device caused by normal or natural wear or tear or by 

normal use of the device.

4. Your Product is guaranteed for a period of 60 months from the original date of purchase 

and is intended for DIY (Do It Yourself) use only. Lithium Ion batteries and chargers are 

covered by a 12 month warranty. Warranty excludes consumable parts. Guarantee claims 

should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect 

being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. 

The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried 

out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts fitted will not result 

in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the 

work performed or parts fitted. This also applies if an on-site service is used. 

IN ORDER TO MAKE A CLAIM UNDER THIS WARRANTY YOU MUST RETURN THE PRODUCT TO 

THE PLACE OF PURCHASE WITH YOUR REGISTER RECEIPT.

Please refer to the restrictions of this warranty concerning wearing parts, consumables and 

missing parts as set out in the service information in these operating instructions. 

CUSTOMER SERVICE HELPLINE 

GB: 0151 294 4488 

IRL: 1850 882711 

Ozito-diy.co.uk

Spare parts can be ordered from the Special Orders Desk at your local 

Bunnings Warehouse or Homebase store. 

For further information, or any parts visit  

www.ozito-diy.co.uk or contact Ozito Customer Service: 

Great Britain: 0151 294 4488 

Ireland: 1850 882711 

E-mail: [email protected]

 

WARNING! 

When using mains-powered tools, basic safety precautions, including 

the following, should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, personal 

injury and material damage. 

Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the tool off in an emergency, before operating the tool. 
Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference.
Before you connect the charger to the mains supply make sure that the data on the rating plate are identical to the mains data.

This tools charger is double insulated therefore no earth wire is required.

Note:

 Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool. The insulation system is for 

added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure within the tool.
The power supply for this products charger should be protected by a residual current device (rated at 30mAor less). A residual current 

device reduces the risk of electric shock.

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