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Unpacking
Carton Contents
• Electric pole chain saw
• 8 in. (20.3 cm) chain
• 8 in. (20.3 cm) guide bar
• Dual-tipped hex key wrench/blade screwdriver
• Cutting bar sheath
• Manual with registration card
1. Carefully remove the pole chain saw and check to see that
all of the above items are supplied.
2. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping. If you find damaged or
missing parts, DO NOT return the unit to the store.
NOTE: Do not discard the shipping carton and packaging
material until you are ready to use your new electric pole
chain saw. The packaging is made of recyclable materials.
Properly dispose of these materials in accordance with
local regulations.
IMPORTANT! The equipment and packaging material are
not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils,
or small parts. These items can be swallowed and pose a
suffocation risk!
Assembly
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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
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Sun Joe
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dealer
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WARNING!
Unpacking and assembly should be
completed on a flat and stable surface, with adequate space
for moving the machine and its packaging.
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DANGER!
Never start the motor before installing the
guide bar, chain, and chain cover. Without all these parts in
place, the clutch can fly off or explode, exposing the user to
potentially serious injuries.
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WARNING!
To avoid serious personal injury, read and
understand all safety instructions provided.
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WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance, make
sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply. Failure to
heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
Installing/Replacing the
Guide Bar and Chain
Tools and supplies required:
• Dual-tipped hex key wrench/blade screwdriver (supplied)
• Heavy-duty work gloves
NOTE: When replacing the guide bar and chain, use only
identical replacement parts. Make sure the pole chain saw is
disconnected from the power supply before proceeding with
installation.
1.
Using the supplied flat-tip blade screwdriver, r
emove the
end cover nut cap from the chain/sprocket end cover to
expose the end cover nut (Figs. 1 & 2).
TIP:
When replacing the chain, slide on the cutting bar
sheath temporarily for added protection.
2. Using the supplied hex key wrench, unscrew the end
cover nut and remove the chain/sprocket end cover
(Figs. 3 & 4).
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Fig. 1
End cover nut cap
Blade screwdriver
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Fig. 2
End cover nut cap
End cover nut
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Fig. 3
End cover nut
Hex key wrench
