sunjoe GTS4001C-LT-RM, Operator'S Manual

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NOTE: The chain is correctly tensioned when there is no
sag on the underside of the guide bar; the chain is snug,
but can be rotated by hand without binding. For more
information on chain tensioning, see the maintenance
section beginning on pg. 16.
Connecting to the Telescoping Pole
1. Open the assembly lock on the telescoping pole, and
push the chain saw head into the opening on the end of
the pole (Fig. 12).
2. When the lock tabs snap in, lock back the assembly lock,
the pole chain saw will be ready to use (Fig. 13).
3. To remove the chain saw head, release the On/Off switch
and remove the battery. Unlock the assembly lock. Push
the lock tabs on both sides, and pull the chain saw head
out (Fig. 13).
Operation
Starting and Stopping
1. Slide the battery into the battery compartment until it
clicks to lock it into position (Fig. 14).
2. To turn the pole chain saw ON, push and hold the safety
lock switch (located on the handle) forward with your
thumb and then squeeze the On/Off switch with your
fingers. Once the tool is running, you can release the
safety lock switch (Fig. 15).
3. To turn the tool OFF, release the On/Off switch (Fig. 15) .
Adjusting the Telescoping Pole
This machine is equipped with a telescoping pole which
provides up to 7.2 ft (2.2 m) of overhead reach. To adjust the
telescoping pole, follow the instructions below.
1. Disconnect the saw from the power supply by removing
the battery from the compartment.
2. Unclip the telescoping lock to release the pole. Extend the
pole to the desired length (Fig. 16).
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.
Fig. 11
Chain/sprocket
end cover
Chain tensioner
ring
R
Fig. 12
Telescoping pole
Assembly lock
Chain saw head
R
Fig. 13
Lock tab
Assembly lock
Fig. 14
Battery
Fig. 15
On/Off switch
Safety lock
switch