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SNOW JOE

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 + SUN JOE

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 CUSTOMER PROMISE

PRODUCT REGISTRATION: 

Snow Joe

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, LLC (“Snow Joe

®

 + Sun Joe

®

”) strongly encourages 

you to register your purchase. You can register online at 

 

snowjoe.com/ProductRegistration, or by printing and mailing 

in a registration card available online from our website, or 

calling our Customer Service Department at 1-866-SNOWJOE  

(1-866-766-9563), or by e-mailing us at [email protected]

Failure to register your product purchase will not diminish your 

warranty rights. However, registering your purchase will allow 

Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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 to better serve you with any of your 

customer service needs.

WHO CAN SEEK WARRANTY COVERAGE?

This Warranty is extended by Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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 to the owner 

of this Machine (a “Machine” consists of a product powered by 

a motor) for residential and personal household use only. This 

Warranty does not apply to products used for commercial, rental 

or re-sale purposes. Should ownership of this machine change 

during the 2-year period, please update the Machine’s owner 

information at snowjoe.com/ProductRegistration.

WHAT IS COVERED?

Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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 warrants to the owner that if this Machine 

fails within 2 years from the date of purchase due to a defect in 

material or workmanship or as a result of normal wear and tear 

from ordinary household use, Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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 will send a 

replacement part or product, as needed, free of charge and with 

free shipping to the original purchaser.
If, in Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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’s sole discretion, the failed Machine 

cannot be repaired with a part, Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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 will elect to 

either (A) send a new Machine at no charge and with free shipping 

or (B) refund the full purchase price to the owner.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED?

This Warranty does not apply to the Machines that have been used 

commercially or in non-household applications. This Warranty 

does not cover cosmetic changes that do not affect performance. 

This Warranty is only valid if the Machine is used and maintained 

in accordance with the instructions, warnings and safeguards 

contained in the owner’s manual. Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

®

 will not 

be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized warranty repairs. 

This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred by 

the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service during 

reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use of this product 

while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this warranty.
Wearing parts like belts, augers, chains and tines are not covered 

under this warranty, and can be purchased at snowjoe.com or 

by calling 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563). Batteries are 

covered in full for 90-days from the date of purchase.
Repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price are the 

exclusive remedies of purchaser and the sole liability of Snow Joe

®

 

+ Sun Joe

®

 under this warranty. No employee or representative 

of Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

®

 is authorized to make any additional 

warranty  or  any  modification  to  this  warranty  which  may  be 

binding upon Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

®

. Accordingly, purchaser 

should not rely upon any additional statements made by any 

employee or representative of Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

®

. In no event, 

whether based on contract, indemnity, warranty, tort (including 

negligence), strict liability or otherwise, shall Snow Joe

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 +  

Sun Joe

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 be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, or 

consequential damages, including, without limitation, loss of 

profit or revenue.

Some states do not allow limits on warranties. In such states, the 

above limitations may not apply to you. 
Outside the USA, other warranties may apply.

ABOVE ALL ELSE, 

Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

®

 are dedicated to you, our customer. We strive to make your experience as pleasant 

as possible. Unfortunately, there are times when a product does not work or breaks under normal operating conditions. We 

think it’s important that you know what you can expect from us. That’s why we created the Snow Joe

®

 + Sun Joe

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 promise.

OUR PROMISE: 

Snow Joe

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 + Sun Joe

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 warrant new products for two years from the date of purchase. If your product does 

not work, or there’s an issue with a specific part, we will fix this by either sending you a free replacement part or by sending 

you a new or comparable product at no charge. How cool is that! Before you know it, you’ll be back in action cutting, 

sawing, mowing, washing and…?

Summary of Contents for Sunjoe iON8PS2

Page 1: ...ls 9 Wear protective hair coverings to contain long hair 10 Always wear safety glasses and ear defenders to provide eye and ear protection Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses and do not provide the same protection as safety glasses 11 Wear face or dust masks If the cutting operation is dusty the use of a face or dust mask specially designed to filter out miscoscopic particles is ...

Page 2: ...ed that the user be accompanied by an experienced person When using 1 Use the pole chain saw only in daylight or good artificial light 2 The use of power equipment can be regulated Remember to comply with legal regulations which may differ from one location to another 3 Do not use the pole chain saw if you are tired or ill Also avoid use if you have consumed alcohol or taken drugs A moment of inat...

Page 3: ...ent kickbacks Follow the necessary precautions indicated in this operator s manual to avoid kickbacks Always use two hands when operating the pole chain saw one hand gripping the trigger and the other hand gripping the pole Use a firm grip Thumbs and fingers must wrap around the trigger and the pole Keep all guards in place on the pole chain saw Make sure they are in proper working order Do not ov...

Page 4: ...mediately Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary Using the wrong damaged or improperly wired extension cord poses a risk of fire and electric shock If an extension cord must be used plug the charger into a properly wired 16 gauge or larger extension cord with the female plug matching the male plug on the charger Make sure that the extension cord is in good electrical condit...

Page 5: ... original battery packs The use of other batteries poses a fire risk and may result in injuries or an explosion Information about the charger and the charging process 1 Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the battery charger Be sure to connect the battery charger to a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating plate Never connect it to a different mains voltage 2 Protect th...

Page 6: ...ect sunlight will result in overheating and cell damage Never charge or work with batteries that have been overheated replace them immediately if possible 7 Store the charger and your cordless tool only in dry locations with an ambient temperature of 50 104 F 10 40 C Store your lithium ion battery pack in a cool dry place at a temperature of 50 68 F 10 20 C Protect the battery pack charger and cor...

Page 7: ...y charger indoors WARNING Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions CAUTION Avoid contacting the guide bar tip with any object Tip contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and backwards which may cause serious injury to the user WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION For protection against injury wear ear defenders and safety goggles WARNING SHOCK HAZARD Keep at least 50 ft 15 m awa...

Page 8: ...pole chain saw alone 8 6 lbs 3 9 kg Weight pole chain saw with battery installed 11 2 lbs 5 1 kg Initial no load voltage when fully charged peaks at 40 volts nominal voltage under typical load is 36 volts 1 8 in 20 3 cm guide bar 2 8 in 20 3 cm chain 3 Oil tank cap 4 End cover nut 5 Chain sprocket end cover 6 Cutting bar sheath 7 Hex key wrench blade screwdriver 8 Oil level indicator window 9 Mult...

Page 9: ...ARNING Mount the components very carefully so as not to impair the safety and efficiency of the machine If in doubt contact your dealer mWARNING Unpacking and assembly should be completed on a flat and stable surface with adequate space for moving the machine and its packaging For safety and transportation reasons the lithium ion battery is packed separately from the machine and is partially charg...

Page 10: ... will loosely fit until it is placed on the sprocket Figs 5 6 NOTE Make certain of the direction of the chain If the chain is mounted backwards the saw will vibrate abnormally and will not cut 7 Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop around the sprocket Fit the bar flush against the mounting surface so that the bar studs are in the long slot of the bar and the adjusting pin is in...

Page 11: ...tensioning see the maintenance section beginning on pg 18 11 Tighten the end cover nut completely using the hex key wrench Fig 11 NOTE If the chain is too tight it will not rotate Loosen the end cover nut slightly and turn the chain tensioner 1 4 turn counterclockwise Lift the tip of the guide bar up and retighten the end cover nut Ensure that the chain can be rotated by hand without binding NOTE ...

Page 12: ...n a scaffold Using the tool under such circumstances is extremely dangerous mCAUTION The chain will continue to run for several seconds after turning off the tool Do not use the pole chain saw under wet conditions Use extreme caution when cutting small brush saplings or limbs under tension because slender and tense material may catch the saw and be whipped toward you pull you off balance or spring...

Page 13: ...o reduce the risk of electric shock do not allow water to flow into the charger When to Charge the iONNMAX iBAT40 Lithium Ion Battery NOTE The iONMAX iBAT40 lithium ion battery packs do not develop a memory when charged after only a partial discharge Therefore it is not necessary to run down the battery pack before placing it into the charger Use the battery charge indicator lights to determine wh...

Page 14: ...When charging is complete remove the battery from the charger by pulling the push lock button and sliding the battery backward to unlock it from the charger Fig 17 8 Timely recharging of the battery will help prolong the battery s life You must recharge the battery pack when you notice a drop in the equipment s power IMPORTANT Never allow the battery pack to become fully discharged as this will ca...

Page 15: ...th Fig 21 NOTE Push poles toward each other to shorten the pole or pull them away from each other to lengthen the pole Only extend the pole to the minimum length required to reach the limb to be cut 4 Lock the pole in position by closing the cam lock Fig 22 and ensure that the pole is secure If the pole telescopes when the cam lock is closed the nut may need tightening mWARNING Failure to lock the...

Page 16: ...e to full speed before entering the cut Keep the saw running the entire time you are cutting maintain a steady speed Allow the chain to cut for you exert only light downward pressure If you force the cut damage to the bar chain or unit can result PUSH and PULL This reaction force is always opposite to the direction the chain is moving when it is in contact with the wood Thus the operator must be r...

Page 17: ... saw As a pole chain saw user you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury Take the following precautions to minimize kickback Before you start the unit make sure the pole chain saw is not contacting any object Always grip the pole and handle firmly with both hands when the unit is running Place one hand on the pole and your other hand on the molded handle w...

Page 18: ...sible however to sharpen the existing chain if the sharpening is carefully performed Any work on the chain and bar requires specific experience and special tools For safety purposes we recommend you 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 Sharpening is necessary when the sawdust looks like dust cutting becom...

Page 19: ...ar and make sure that the lubrication holes and chain groove are free from impurities You can purchase replacement parts for your Sun Joe iON8PS2 cordless pole chain saw by ordering online at sunjoe com or to order by phone contact Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 Chain Sprocket Regularly check the condition of the sprocket and replace it when wear exceeds 0 5 mm F...

Page 20: ...etroleum based products penetrating oils or the like These products are often highly corrosive and may cause permanent damage weaken or destroy the plastic parts of your pole chain saw When not in use your cordless pole chain saw should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked up place out of the reach of children Battery Caution Disposal Information Always dispose of your battery pack accord...

Page 21: ...ent from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips Most difficulties are easy to fix Consult the troubleshooting table for common problems and their solutions If you continue to experience problems or need repairs beyond these minor adjustments please call 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 for assistanc...

Page 22: ...cting the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 iONMAX 40 V 4 0 Ah Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charge Time Max iCHRG40 3 hours iCHRG40 DPC 3 5 hours Battery Run Time Max 25 min iONMAX 40 V 5 0 Ah PRO SERIES Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charge Time Max iCHRG40 3 5 hours iCHRG40 DPC 4 hours Battery Run Time Max 30 min iONMAX 40 V 6 0 Ah PRO SERIES Lithium Ion Batter...

Page 23: ... the owner s manual Snow Joe Sun Joe will not be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized warranty repairs This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred by the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non use of this product while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this warranty Wearing parts like belts augers chai...

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