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© 2016 by Snow Joe

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, LLC

All rights reserved. Original instructions.

A Division of Snow Joe

®

, LLC

Model SWJ806E 

Form No. SJ-SWJ806E-880E-M

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

8-INCH 8-AMP ELECTRIC  
POLE + CHAIN SAW

Let Gravity Do The Work

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IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These 

Instructions Before Use

Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may 

result in serious bodily injury or death.

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DANGER! 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which,   

if not followed, will result in serious injury or death.

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WARNING! 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, 

if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.

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CAUTION! 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, 

if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

General Safety 

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WARNING!

 

When using electric yard tools, basic safety 

precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of 

fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

1. Keep guards in place – Protective guards should be 

checked periodically to ensure they are properly fitted and 

in correct working order.

2. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches – Check that 

adjusting wrenches are removed from the saw before 

turning it on.

3. Keep work area clean and well-lit – Clear work area of 

branches and limbs after each cutting session. Cluttered 

areas invite accidents.

4.  Do not use in dangerous environments – Do not use 

power tools in damp or wet locations.

5.  Do not use the electric pole + chain saw in the rain.
6.  Keep bystanders and children away – 
All bystanders, 

including children and pets, should be kept a safe 

distance away from the work area.

7.  Do not force the tool – 

It will do the job effectively and 

safely if it is used at the rate for which it was designed. 

8.  Use the right tool – Do not force the tool or any 

attachment on the tool to do a job for which they were  

not designed. 

9. Wear proper apparel – Do not wear loose articles of 

clothing or jewelry since such items may get caught 

in moving parts. Use of heavy-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 dust masks – If the cutting operation is 

dusty, the use of a face or dust mask specially designed 

to filter out microscopic particles is recommended.

13. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance  

at all times.

14. Maintain tools with care – Keep tools sharp and clean 

for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for 

lubricating and changing accessories. 

15. Disconnect tool – Disconnect the electric pole + chain 

saw from the power supply when not in use, before 

servicing, when transporting, or when changing the chain 

or other accessories.

16. Reduce the risk of unintentional starting – Make sure 

the switch is in the OFF position before plugging the tool 

into a power source.

17. Use recommended accessories – Consult the owner’s 

manual for recommended accessories. The use of 

improper accessories may cause risk of injury. 

18. Check for damaged parts – Before each use, repair, or 

replace any guard or part that is damaged. In addition, 

check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving 

parts, breakage of parts, and any other conditions that 

may affect the tool's operation.

19. Never leave tool unattended while it is running – Turn 

the power OFF by removing the power cord directly from 

its socket. Do not leave the saw until the cutting bar 

comes to a complete stop.

20. Avoid unintentional starting – Do not carry the electric 

pole + chain saw with your finger on the switch.

21. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blade or cutting 

edges when picking up or holding the saw – Be sure to 

encase the cutting bar in its protective sheath when not  

in use.

22. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common 

sense. Do not operate the electric pole + chain saw when 

you are tired.

23. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, appliances 

should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up 

place out of the reach of children.

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WARNING!

 Some dust and debris created by the 

use of the tool could contain chemicals known to the State 

of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other 

reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

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Summary of Contents for SWJ806E

Page 1: ...ower 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 cutting operation is dusty the use of a face or dust mask specially designed to filter out microscopic part...

Page 2: ...tension cord only one way If the appliance plug does not fit fully into the extension cord reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit obtain a correct polarized extension cord A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet The extension cord plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet reverse the plu...

Page 3: ...ot contacting anything A moment of inattention while operating the chain saw may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle Holding the chain saw with a reversed hand configuration increases the risk of personal injury and should never be done Wear safety glasses and hearing...

Page 4: ...cted situations Keep solid footing and balance at all times Never try cutting through two branches at the same time Only cut one at a time Do not bury the guide bar nose or try to cut by boring the guide bar nose into the wood Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that may pinch the chain Use extreme caution when re entering a previous cut Use the low kickback chain and guide bar supplied wit...

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: ...0 Oil tank cap 11 Oil level indicator window 12 Soft grip 13 Telescoping pole 14 Handle lock 15 Trigger switch 16 Removable handle 17 Appliance cord 18 Safety lock button 19 Cutting bar sheath 20 Hex key wrench blade screwdriver 21 Extension cord restraint hook Know Your Electric Pole Chain Saw Read the owner s manual and safety instructions carefully before operating the electric pole chain saw C...

Page 7: ...efficiency of the machine If in doubt 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 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 chain cover Witho...

Page 8: ... not cut 6 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 the chain tension pin hole Fig 7 7 Adjust the chain tension as needed by adjusting the chain tensioner screw with the supplied flat tip blade screwdriver Make sure to align the chain ...

Page 9: ...as required Pole Chain Saw Assembly The machine comes in the chain saw mode To convert it to a pole chain saw follow the instructions below 1 Pull the handle lock toward you Fig 10 2 While pulling the handle lock use the other hand to grasp the front hand grip and slide the removable cutting head up to remove it Fig 11 3 Connect the removable cutting head and the telescoping pole by aligning their...

Page 10: ...ping and restarting an electric motor repeatedly within a few seconds can generate a great deal of heat and damage the motor To protect the life of your electric pole chain saw always wait at least five seconds after stopping before restarting the saw mWARNING Be sure that the chain is not in contact with any object when you start the motor mWARNING Keep hands away from chain Keep hands on handles...

Page 11: ...e 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 1 Prior to each cutting session run through the daily checklist see pg 17 2 Connect the electric pole chain saw to a working 120 V outlet using a heavy duty outdoor extensio...

Page 12: ...g pole in place To tighten the bolt unclip the cam lock Using the hex key wrench tighten the cam lock nut then close the cam lock Ensure that the pole is secure The wrench may be required to loosen the cam lock nut if you need to adjust the pole to a different height Fig 23 Cutting Tips for Pole Chain Saw Proper Cutting Stance Balance your weight with both feet on solid ground Your body should alw...

Page 13: ...ough for your first cut Your second cut should over cut to drop the branch off Fig 25 Be prepared to balance the weight of the pole chain saw when the limb falls Now make your finishing cut from the topside of the branch smoothly and neatly against the main member so the bark will grow back to seal the wound Release the trigger ON OFF switch as soon as the cut is completed Failure to follow proper...

Page 14: ...lower limbs to support the log off the ground Remove the small limbs in one cut as illustrated Fig 27 Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain saw mWARNING Pay special attention to where the branches are lying on the ground and recognize the following risks 1 the branches may be under tension 2 the direction in which the branch will fall may differ from th...

Page 15: ... be replaced and never repaired Only use original Snow Joe Sun Joe replacement parts Parts that are not of the same quality can seriously damage the equipment compromise safety and invalidate the warranty mWARNING Always unplug the power cord before performing any adjustments maintenance or repairs to your electric pole chain saw Use protective gloves when handling the bar and chain Keep the bar e...

Page 16: ...ain mounted in a suitable vise 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 or left To move the chain forward use a screwdriver Turn the bar over in the vise and repeat on all the other cutting edges Che...

Page 17: ... Remove the power cord and wait at least five minutes for the saw to cool before servicing or storing your unit If you drop the saw carefully inspect it for damage If the guide bar is bent the housing is cracked the handle is broken or if you see any other condition that may affect the saw s operation DO NOT USE the tool Instead have it serviced at an authorized Snow Joe Sun Joe dealer or call the...

Page 18: ...hen contacting the company reordering parts or arranging service from an authorized dealer you will need to provide the model and serial numbers which can be found on the decal located on the housing of the unit Copy these numbers into the space provided below Record the following numbers from the housing or handle of your new product Model Serial S W J 8 0 6 E Chain Maintenance Table 33 3 8 inche...

Page 19: ...ical damage Hex key wrench blade screwdriver Bar and chain oil SWJ802E TOOL SWJ OIL sold at snowjoe com or you can purchase equivalent bar and chain oil sold at your local hardware store Modèle Accessoires Description 3 4 1 R Sun Joe 8 Inch replacement chain saw bar SWJ800E 62 2 Sun Joe 8 Inch replacement chain saw chain SWJ800E 63 NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on t...

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Page 23: ...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 Joe products covered by this warranty 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...

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