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3.  Remove the old chain from the bar. 
 NOTE:

 When you first purchase your pole chain saw, the 

chain and bar will come separately with the saw. Refer 

only to the instructions for fitting the chain and bar (start 

with step 4). Should you need to replace the chain in the 

future, follow all the steps in this section.

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. 3).

5.  Starting at the tip, mount the chain drive links into the  

bar groove, leaving a loop at the back of the bar. The 

chain will loosely fit until it is placed on the sprocket 

 

(Figs. 4 – 5).

 NOTE: Make certain of the direction of the chain 

.If the chain is mounted 

backwards, the saw will vibrate abnormally and will not 

cut.

6.  Position the chain so there is a loop at the back of the bar. 

Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop 

around the sprocket (Fig. 6).

7. 

Fit the bar flush against the mounting surface so that the 

bar slot mounts onto the slot flange in the head and hold 

firmly in place (Fig. 6).

  NOTE: 

When placing the bar on the flange, ensure that 

the tensioner pin is in the chain tensioner pin hole in the 

bar. Adjust the chain tension as needed by adjusting the 

chain tensioner screw with the blade screwdriver so it 

lines up with the pin hole in the bar (Fig. 7). 

Fig. 3

Chain rotation

Sharp cutting edge

Chain drive link

R

Fig. 4

R

Fig. 5

Loop

R

Chain over sprocket

Fig. 6

Bar slot over  

slot flange

R

Chain tensioner 

pin in hole

Fig. 7

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Summary of Contents for SUNJOE SWJ804E-RM

Page 1: ...wjoe com To make sure you get the most out of your product be sure to register online at to enjoy full product support PASTE UPC LABEL HERE A Division of Snow Joe LLC OPERATOR S MANUAL Model SWJ804E RM Form No SJ SWJ804E RM 880E V1 R ELECTRIC POLE CHAIN SAW ...

Page 2: ...ves substantial non skid footwear and close fitting clothing is recommended when working outdoors with power tools 10 Wear protective hair coverings to contain long hair 11 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 12 Wear face or dust masks If the cut...

Page 3: ...abuse the cord Never pull the pole chain saw by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle Keep the cord away from heat oil and sharp edges Specific Safety Rules For Pole Chain Saws mWARNING SHOCK HAZARD To protect yourself from electrocution do not operate the pole chain saw within 50 ft 15 m of overhead wires Failure to follow this instruction could result in severe personal ...

Page 4: ...e will reduce but not entirely prevent 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 ar...

Page 5: ...N 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 away from power lines Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times ...

Page 6: ... Length 8 in 20 3 cm Telescopic Shaft 5 6 ft to 8 7 ft 1 7 m to 2 7 m Cutting Thickness Max 7 5 in 19 cm Recommended 6 5 in 16 5 cm Oil Tank Capacity 2 0 fl oz 60 ml Weight 7 7 lbs 3 5 kg R 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 THE OTHER SIDE 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 1 8 in cutting chain 2 8 in guide bar 3 Sprocket cover bolt 4 Sprocket cover 5 Cutting bar sheath 6 Hex key blade screwdriver 7 Cam lock 8 Pole 9 Rear handl...

Page 7: ...t 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 mWARNING Unpacking and assembly should be completed on a flat and stable surface with adequate space for moving the machine and its packaging mDANGER Never start the motor before installing the guide bar chain and sprocket cover Without all these parts in place the clutch ca...

Page 8: ...placed on the sprocket Figs 4 5 NOTE Make certain of the direction of the chain If the chain is mounted backwards the saw will vibrate abnormally and will not cut 6 Position the chain so there is a loop at the back of the bar Hold the chain in position on the bar and place the loop around the sprocket Fig 6 7 Fit the bar flush against the mounting surface so that the bar slot mounts onto the slot ...

Page 9: ...en the sprocket cover bolt using the hex key wrench Fig 11 Operation Starting Stopping mCAUTION Before starting the saw remove the oil tank cap and add bar and chain oil to the top of the oil level window Fig 12 One minute of use will consume approximately 0 15 fl oz 4 ml of oil Refill when the oil level drops to 1 4 of a tank NOTE Your electric pole chain saw is equipped with an automatic oil pum...

Page 10: ...e empty the oil tank after each use When storing the unit for a long period of time 3 months or longer be sure the chain is lightly lubricated this will prevent rust on the chain and bar sprocket mWARNING Be aware of the cord while operating the saw Keep the cord away from the chain Be careful not to trip over the extension cord mWARNING Kickback may occur when the moving chain contacts an object ...

Page 11: ...t may need to be tightened by using a pair of household or needle nose pliers mWARNING Failure to lock the telescopic pole cam lock as directed could result in personal injury 5 To tighten unclip the cam lock Using household or needle nose pliers tighten the cam lock nut then close the cam lock Ensure that the pole is secure Fig 18 Cutting Tips Proper Cutting Stance Balance your weight with both f...

Page 12: ...oom to fall When pruning trees it is important not to make the finishing cut next to the main limb or trunk until you have cut off the farthest lying limb This will reduce the weight and prevent stripping the bark from the main member Under cut the branch 1 3 through for your first cut Your second cut should over cut to drop the branch off Fig 20 Be prepared to balance the weight of the pole chain...

Page 13: ...e hit while you are operating the pole chain saw Fig 12 Always cut with the unit running at full speed Fully squeeze the ON OFF trigger and maintain a steady cutting speed Wear non slip gloves for maximum grip and protection Extend the pole only to the length required to reach the limb cut Do not extend the rear handle above waist height Maintenance Please contact an authorized Snow Joe Sun Joe de...

Page 14: ...skill and experience to avoid damaging the cutting edges Sharpen the chain as follows Fig 23 Secure the bar firmly with the chain mounted in a suitable vice Tighten the chain if it is loose Mount the file in the guide and then insert it in the tooth at a constant angle from the cutting edge Sharpen in a forward motion a few times and repeat this on all the cutting edges facing the same way right o...

Page 15: ...prior to each work session mWARNING Do not plug in the power cord until you have completed all of the daily checks Inspect for any visible damage to the chain guide bar or motor housing Inspect the oil port and guide bar rails and clean them to remove any debris Check the chain tension Check the chain teeth for sharpness Check the bar and chain oil level fill with only new chain oil specifically f...

Page 16: ... liquid Storage Ensure that the guide bar cover is in place when storing Do not store the pole chain saw near chemicals such as fertilizers or other harsh solvents Do not expose the plastic parts of the unit to brake fluids gasoline petroleum 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 y...

Page 17: ...8 inch 20 3 cm guide bar 8 inch 20 3 cm cutting chain Bar and chain oil SWJ 8BAR SWJ 8CHAIN SWJ OIL sold at snowjoe com or you can purchase equivalent bar and chain oil sold at your local hardware store Model Accessories Item NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow Joe Sun Joe to provide notice of such changes Accessories can be ordered online at snowjoe c...

Page 18: ...17 NOTES ...

Page 19: ...hall be construed as obligating Snow Joe Sun Joe to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective This warranty is intended to cover product defects only Snow Joe LLC is not liable for indirect incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use or misuse of the Snow Joe Sun ...

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