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Know Your Electric Pole Chain Saw

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1.  8 in. guide bar
2.  8 in. cutting chain
3.  Sprocket cover
4.  Oil tank cap
5.  Sprocket cover bolt
6.  Cutting bar sheath
7.  Collar
8.  Trigger switch
9.  Extension cord restraint hook

10. Safety lock button
11. Hex key allen blade screwdriver

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Technical Data

Rated Voltage 

 

 

120 V ~ 60 Hz

Power 

 

   6.5 

A

Bar/Chain Length  

 

8 in. (20.3 cm)

Telescopic Shaft   

 

5.6 ft to 8.7 ft 

 

 

 

 

(1.7 m to 2.7 m)

Overhead Reach   

        15 ft (4.6 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)

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Summary of Contents for SWJ800E-RM

Page 1: ...re you get the most out of your product be sure to register online at to enjoy full product support A Division of Snow Joe LLC Model SWJ800E RM Form No SJ SWJ800E RM 880E V1 R OPERATOR S MANUAL ELECTRIC POLE CHAIN SAW 8 INCH 6 5 AMP PASTE UPC LABEL HERE Let Gravity Do The Work ...

Page 2: ...eavy duty rubber gloves 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 d...

Page 3: ...the two cords as shown in Table 1 5 Do not 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 i...

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: ...ION 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 time...

Page 6: ... 9 8 7 1 8 in guide bar 2 8 in cutting chain 3 Sprocket cover 4 Oil tank cap 5 Sprocket cover bolt 6 Cutting bar sheath 7 Collar 8 Trigger switch 9 Extension cord restraint hook 10 Safety lock button 11 Hex key allen wrench blade screwdriver 10 Technical Data Rated Voltage 120 V 60 Hz Power 6 5 A Bar Chain Length 8 in 20 3 cm Telescopic Shaft 5 6 ft to 8 7 ft 1 7 m to 2 7 m Overhead Reach 15 ft 4 ...

Page 7: ... 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 can fly off or explode exposing the user to potentially serious injuries mWARNING To avoid serious personal inj...

Page 8: ...ll 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 5 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 5 NOTE When placing the bar on the flange ensure that the tensioner pin is in the chain tensioner pin ho...

Page 9: ...he sprocket cover bolt using the hex key wrench Fig 10 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 11 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 pump fo...

Page 10: ...nt seepage 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 a...

Page 11: ...lly tighten the collar before operating the saw Check it periodically for proper tightness during use to avoid serious injury Cutting Tips Proper Cutting Stance Balance your weight with both feet on solid ground Your body should always be to the left of the chain line The most typical cutting application is to position the unit at an angle of 60 or less depending on the specific situation Fig 17 A...

Page 12: ...t Your second cut should over cut to drop the branch off Fig 18 Be prepared to balance the weight of the pole chain saw when the limb falls NOTE For the second and final cuts from above the limb or branch hold the front cutting guide against the limb you are cutting Fig 19 This will help steady the limb and make it easier to cut Allow the chain to cut for you exert only light downward pressure If ...

Page 13: ...aintenance operations not foreseen in this manual Any operation performed in an unauthorized service center or by unqualified personnel will completely invalidate the warranty mWARNING 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 wo...

Page 14: ...t 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 or left To move the chain forward use a screwdriver Turn the bar over in the vice and repeat on all the other cutting edges Check that the depth limiter tooth does not stick out farther than the inspection tool and file any projecting parts with a flat...

Page 15: ...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 formulated for chain saws NOISES If you notice anything unusual such as odd vibrations or sounds shut the saw OFF immediately Remove the power cord and check the saw for any damage 0 5 mm...

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: ... inch 20 3 cm guide bar 8 inch 20 3 cm cutting chain Bar and chain oil SWJ800E 62 SWJ800E 63 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 ...

Page 18: ...in this warranty shall 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...

Page 19: ... California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a we...

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