18
– When bucking on a slope, always stand on the uphill
side of the log. When cutting through the log,
maintain control by releasing the cutting pressure
near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on
the chain saw handles. Do not let the chain contact
the ground.
After completing the cut, wait for the saw chain to stop before
you move the chain saw. Always stop the motor before moving
from tree to tree.
Maintenance
Please contact an authorized Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
dealer
or call the Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
customer service center
at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for all maintenance
operations not foreseen in this manual. Any operation
performed in an unauthorized service center or by unqualified
personnel will completely invalidate the warranty.
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WARNING!
For your safety and that of others:
• Correct maintenance is essential to maintain the original
efficiency and safety of the machine over time.
• Keep all nuts, bolts
, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never use the machine with worn or damaged parts.
Damaged parts are to be replaced and never repaired.
•
Only use original Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
replacement
parts. Parts that are not of the same quality can seriously
damage the equipment, compromise safety, and invalidate
the warranty.
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WARNING!
Always remove the batteries before
performing any adjustments, maintenance, or repairs to your
cordless chain saw.
• Use protective gloves when handling the bar and chain.
• Keep the bar encased in its sheath, except when working
directly on the bar or the chain.
• Never dispose of oils or other polluting materials in
unauthorized places.
Motor Cooling
To avoid overheating and damage to the motor, always keep
the cooling air vents clean and free of sawdust and debris.
Replacing the Guide Bar and Chain
NOTE: When replacing the guide bar and chain, use only
identical replacement parts. Make sure the batteries are not
inserted in the compartment before proceeding with operation.
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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
®
+
Sun Joe
®
dealer or call the Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
customer
service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
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WARNING!
The operation should be completed on a
flat and stable surface, with adequate space for moving the
machine and its components.
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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.
When you first purchase your chain saw, the chain and bar will
come pre-assembled on the saw. Should you need to replace
the chain in the future, follow the steps below.
1.
Unscrew the end cover + chain tensioning knob
counterclockwise to unlock to the end and remove the
chain/sprocket end cover (Fig. 18).
2. Remove the cutting bar and chain from the mounting
surface (Fig. 19).
3. Remove the old chain from the bar.
4. Lay out the new saw chain in a loop and straighten
any kinks. THE SHARP SIDE OF THE TEETH MUST
FACE AWAY FROM YOU IN THE DIRECTION OF THE
CHAIN ROTATION INDICATED ON THE GUIDE BAR
. If the teeth face backwards,
turn the loop over (Fig. 20).
Fig. 18
End cover +
chain tensioning
knob
Chain/sprocket end cover
Fig. 19
Guide bar
Chain/sprocket
end cover
Cutting
chain
Mounting surface
