Rockwell RG8356.9, Manual

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18V POLE CHAIN SAW EN
provided for use with the equipment.
If the battery pack is very hot you must remove your
battery pack from the charger and allow time for the
battery to cool down before recharging.
Please charge the battery to reach full before storage.
If the tool will not be used for long periods of time,
charge the battery every 3 months.
Charging procedure
1) Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet. The
light will be green.
2) Slide the battery pack into the charger, make sure
the battery is in the correct charge position firmly. the
light will turn to red to indicate the charging process
has started.
3) When charging is completed, the light will turn to
green.
4) After fully charged, unplug the charger and remove
the battery pack.
NOTE:
If the battery pack is locked in the charger, press the
battery pack release button and remove it.
WARNING: When battery charge runs out
after continuous use or exposure to direct
sunlight or heat, allow time for the tool to cool down
before re-charging to achieve the full charge.
Charging indicator
Light ON/OFF flash Status
Red on
Charging
Green on
Fully Charged
NOTE: Battery charger (RW9897) and battery pack
(RW9894 / RW9906) illustrated or described are not
included in RG8356.9 delivery.
TO REMOVE OR INSTALL BATTERY PACK (See Fig. F1, F2)
(battery not supplied)
Depress the Battery Pack Release Button and remove
the Battery Pack from your tool. After recharging,
insert the Battery Pack into the battery port. A simple
push and slight pressure will be sufficient until a click
is heard. Check to see if the battery is fully secured.
Note: When removing the battery pack, hold it firmly to
avoid dropping and injury.
SWITCHING ON AND OFF (SEE FIG. G)
Attention: Check the voltage and current
supply: The voltage and current supply must
comply with the ratings on the product plate.
For switching on the tool, press the Lock-off Button,
then fully press the On/Off Switch and hold in this
position. The Lock-Off Button can now be released.
For switching off , release the On/Off Switch.
CUTTING WITH EXTENSION POLE
1. Insert the battery pack.
WARNING: Do not stand directly below a
branch being cut. Keep bystanders far away.
Do not stand on a ladder or other type of unstable
support while using the tool. Do not use the tool near
cable, electrical power or telephone lines. Keep 10 ft
(3m) away from all power lines. (See Fig. H1-H4)
2. Use both hands to grip Pole Saw. Use only
designated grip areas when operating Pole Saw. Use
firm grip. Thumbs and fingers must wrap around Pole
Saw handle and pole. (See Fig. H5)
3. Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart.
Divide your weight evenly on both feet.
4. When ready to make a cut, press the Lock-off
Button, then fully press the On/off Switch. This will
turn Pole Saw on. Releasing On/off Switch will turn
Pole Saw off. Make sure saw is running at full speed
before starting a cut.
5. When starting a cut, place moving chain against
wood. Hold Pole Saw firmly in place to avoid possible
bouncing or skating (sideways movement) of saw.
6. Guide Pole Saw using light pressure. Do not force
Pole Saw. The motor will overload and can burn out. It
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was intended.
7. Remove Pole Saw from a cut with saw running at
full speed. Stop Pole Saw by releasing trigger. Make
sure chain has stopped before setting Pole Saw down.
TRIMMING A TREE (PRUNING)
WARNING: Avoid kickback. Kickback can result in
severe injury or death.
See Kickback, to avoid risk of kickback.
WARNING: Do not operate Pole Saw while
• in a tree
• on a ladder or any other unstable surface
• in any awkward position
You may lose control of Pole Saw causing severe