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Page 1: ...el PS8218 Item M1L KW18 455 Have product questions or need technical support Please scan the QR code to enter our official website and contact us Website www powersmartusa com Toll free 1 800 791 9458 M F 9 5 EST Email support amerisuninc com Website ...

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Page 3: ...Maintenance 17 Troubleshooting 19 Exploded view parts list 21 Warranty statement 24 TECHNICAL DATA 18inch Electric Chain Saw Model PS8218 Voltage 120V 60Hz Amps 15A Bar length 18 Max cutting length 18 in Chain pitch 3 8 in Chain gauge 0 05 Chain speed 13 6m s Brake time 0 12s Lubrication oil type 30W Oil tank capacity 8 9 fl oz Package dimensions L x W x H 19 x 11 x 8 3 inches G W N W 13 0 lbs 11 ...

Page 4: ...ht encounter SAFETY INFORMATION Before operating this chain saw read and observe all warnings cautions and instructions on the chain saw and in this Owner s Manual NOTE The following safety information is not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur Read the entire Owner s Manual for safety and operating instructions Failure to follow instructions and safety information...

Page 5: ...or electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED If it will not fit the outlet have the proper outlet installed b...

Page 6: ...excessive heat and damp or wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools This circuit must not be less than a 12 wire and should be protected with a 15 A time delayed fuse Before connecting the motor to the power line make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric current is rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate Running at a lower voltage will dama...

Page 7: ...g 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 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 ar...

Page 8: ...plings because slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back so that you will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibers is released To avoid accidental starting never carry plugged in product with finger on switch Be sure switch is off when plugging in Maintain product with care ...

Page 9: ...sed on this product Please study them and learn their meaning Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency cycles per second W Watts Power hrs Hours Time Double Insulated Class II construction Double Insulated construction Safety Alert Precautions that involve y...

Page 10: ...ye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and when needed a full face shield We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION Wet conditions alert...

Page 11: ...ide cover 13 Spike bumper 4 Front handle 9 Chain tensioning ring 14 Power cord 5 Oil tank cap 10 Side cover lock knob 15 Cord retainer Unpacking Unpack the chain saw and all its parts and compare against the list below Do not discard the carton or any packaging materials Please call 1 800 791 9458 or E mail us at support amerisuninc com if any parts are damaged or missing Including Chain saw User ...

Page 12: ...nect the chain saw to mains before it is completely assembled Always use gloves when handling the chain Wear protective gloves whenever doing any work on the saw chain 1 Place the chain saw on a flat surface surface 2 Unscrew the side cover lock knob to remove the side cover 3 Fit in one end of the saw chain on the top of the guide bar and the other end of it around the sprocket 4 Place the guide ...

Page 13: ...al A chain saw can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly Do not operate this chain saw if you have doubts or questions concerning safe operation Call our customer service department at 1 800 791 9458 to address these concerns STARTING THE CHAIN SAW WARNING Before plugging in the tool always check to see that the switch trigger actuates properly and returns to the OFF position when released ...

Page 14: ... guide bar and the chain on the underside as shown in Figure 4 2 To adjust saw chain tension turn the side cover lock knob counterclockwise one full turn Then rotate the chain tensioning ring clockwise until the chain tension is correct as instructed above 3 Do not over tension the chain as this will lead to excessive wear and will reduce the life of the bar and chain 4 Once chain tension is corre...

Page 15: ...nches Bystanders or helpers should not stand directly in front of or behind the operator Maintain solid footing and hold the chain saw firmly with both hands Do not overreach Never climb a tree or ladder to reach high limbs Secure any branches that might be hazardous Use proper auxiliary equipment Prune lower limbs before pruning higher ones Allow the saw chain to achieve full speed before cutting...

Page 16: ... chain or the guide bar when the second cut 2 is being made See fig 12 Second make the felling back cut at least 2 in 50 mm higher than the horizontal notching undercut Keep the felling back cut parallel to the horizontal notching undercut See fig 13 Make the felling back cut so enough wood is left to act as a hinge The hinge wood keeps the tree from twisting and falling in the wrong direction Do ...

Page 17: ...th could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving chain Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain Keep chain sharp Your saw will cut faster and more safely A dull chain will cause undue sprocket guide bar chain and motor wear If you must force chain into wood and cutting creates only sawdust with few large chips chain is dull GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE Wh...

Page 18: ... must be so fitted over the guide bar that the cutting edges of the cutters face in the direction that the chain runs 5 Grasp the guide bar and the saw chain so that the centre hole of the disk wheel is inserted into the screw stud and lop the saw chain onto the sprocket 6 Cover the side cover and tight the side cover lock knob properly but do not make it too tight 7 Rotate the chain tensioning ri...

Page 19: ...to turn on the chain saw Pull the chain kickback brake handle backward toward the front handle Release the trigger switch remove the saw chain and guide bar from the wood then restart the chain saw Press the saw chain against the wood move the chain saw back and forth to discharge the debris Unplug the power source then remove side cover and clean out debris Motor runs but chain does not rotate Ch...

Page 20: ...owing the section REPLACING THE BAR AND CHAIN Replace the chain following the section REPLACING THE BAR AND CHAIN Check the oil level Refill the oil tank if necessary Reinstall the saw chain following the section REPLACING THE BAR AND CHAIN Bar and chain running hot and smoking Check chain tension for over tightened condition Chain oil tank is empty Debris in guide bar groove Re tension the saw ch...

Page 21: ...21 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST ...

Page 22: ... 014 Push rod 1 44 PS8218 044 Needle bearing 2 15 PS8218 015 Push rod spring 1 45 PS8218 045 Big gear wheel 1 16 PS8218 016 Screw 2 46 PS8218 046 Torsional spring 1 17 PS8218 017 Brake spring 1 47 PS8218 047 Output shaft 1 18 PS8218 018 Screw 7 48 PS8218 048 Gear cover 1 19 PS8218 019 Fixed plate 1 49 PS8218 049 Worm gear 1 20 PS8218 020 Sponge block 1 50 PS8218 050 Deep groove ball bearing 1 21 P...

Page 23: ...sembly 1 66 PS8218 066 O ring 2 81 PS8218 081 Chain 1 67 PS8218 067 Sponge bar 2 82 PS8218 082 Bar cover 1 68 PS8218 068 Right handle 1 83 PS8218 083 Wire spring 1 69 PS8218 069 Screw 1 84 PS8218 084 Side cover 1 70 PS8218 070 Screw 1 85 PS8218 085 Shaft ring 1 71 PS8218 071 Felt washer 1 86 PS8218 086 Adjusting ring 1 72 PS8218 072 Sprocket 1 87 PS8218 087 Steel ball 2 73 PS8218 073 Sprocket gask...

Page 24: ... original receipt which lists the date of purchase month and year and the name of the company purchased from THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY ACCESSORY ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE TOOL SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES OTHER RELATED ITEMS OR TO ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS LISTED UNDER MAINTENANCE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWO 2 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES IN THE...

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