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Read and follow all safety rules and operating

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Instruction

Manual

14” (35.6 CM) BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW

3026035

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Page 1: ...model number 054 5775 8 contact us 1 866 523 5218 IMPORTANT Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before using this product Instruction Manual 14 35 6 CM BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW 3026035 ...

Page 2: ...model no 054 5775 8 contact us 1 866 523 5218 2 ...

Page 3: ...6 523 5218 3 Table of Contents Introduction 4 Safety Instructions and Symbols 5 Product Specifications 15 Product Diagram 16 Assembly 17 Operation 21 Maintenance 27 Storage 30 Troubleshooting 31 Exploded View 32 Parts List 33 Warranty 34 ...

Page 4: ...ur purchase ready to use so there s less risk of damaging it and to provide you with enough information for you to get familiar with your product s controls and features and to operate it safely Please do not operate garden equipment near children This could lead to severe injury or death Model number Serial number Date of purchase MM DD YYYY Notes Please read this manual carefully and make sure y...

Page 5: ...for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a re...

Page 6: ...e hands of untrained users e Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less ...

Page 7: ...e clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain 5 Do not operate a chainsaw in a tree Operation of a chainsaw while up in a tree may result in personal injury 6 Always keep proper footing and operate the chainsaw only when standing on fixed secure and level surface Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control ...

Page 8: ...nexpected situations Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and or kickback Follow the manufacturer s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY PACK a Do not dismantle open or shred cells of battery p...

Page 9: ...ore persons at the same time the felling operations should be separated from the bucking operation by a distance of at least twice the height of the tree being felled Trees should not be felled in a manner that would endanger any person strike any utility line or cause any property damage If the tree does make contact with any utility line the company should be notified immediately The chainsaw op...

Page 10: ... lower limbs to support the log off the ground Remove the small limbs in one cut as illustrated in Figure 2 Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chainsaw Fig 2 5 Bucking a log Bucking is cutting a log into lengths It is important to make sure your footing is firm and your weight is evenly distributed on both feet When possible the log should be raised and su...

Page 11: ...ntrol release the cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the chainsaw handles Don t let the chain contact the ground After completing the cut wait for the saw chain to stop before you move the chainsaw Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree Fig 6 Safety Instructions NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B ...

Page 12: ... can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user...

Page 13: ... extra cautious Wear ear protection Wear eye protection Wear dust mask Do not expose to rain Do not burn Batteries may enter water cycle if disposed improperly which can be hazardous for ecosystem Do not dispose of waste batteries as unsorted municipal waste Li ion battery battery must be recycled Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided Tip contact can cause the guide bar to...

Page 14: ...shed a partnership with the RBRC Corporation to recycle any Yardworks batteries with the RBRC call2recycle seal For environmental protection please do not discard batteries in the trash After the battery s life cycle is ended please call 1 800 822 8837 for a free service that will properly dispose of batteries ...

Page 15: ...060 1990 2 48 V 2 A Charging time approx 2 hrs Machine weight 13 lb 13 oz 6 3 kg SUITABLE BATTERY PACKS Item Number 060 1987 2 ABP4830SH 060 1988 0 ABP4850SH 060 1989 8 Battery capacity 2 0 Ah 3 0 Ah 4 0 Ah 5 0 Ah 6 0 Ah Not included Not included Included Not included Not included SUITABLE CHARGERS Item number 060 1990 2 060 1992 8 Charger input 120 V 60 Hz 110 W 120 V 60 Hz 320 W Charger output 4...

Page 16: ... Chain 3 Chain brake lever hand guard 4 Front handle 5 Lock off button 6 Rear handle 7 On off switch 8 Oil filler cap 9 Battery pack 060 1988 0 10 Battery pack release button 11 Fastening nut for chain cover 12 Chain cover 13 Drive sprocket 14 Bar pad 15 Chain tensioning screw 16 Guide pins for chain bar 17 Blade protection cover 18 Charger 060 1990 2 19 Chain tensioning wrench screwdriver 1 2 3 4...

Page 17: ...ar pad see Fig A1 A2 Assembly WARNING Do not install the battery pack before it has been completely assembled Always use gloves when handling the chain 3 Place the chainsaw on a solid level surface 4 Slide the chain in the slot around the guide bar Ensure the chain is in correct running direction by comparing it to the chain icon on the guide bar see Fig A3 A2 A1 A3 ...

Page 18: ... 6 Ensure all parts are seated properly Make sure the drive links are fully seated in the drive sprocket see Fig A6 avoid placing the chain in the inverse direction 9 see Fig A7 If kink occurs pick up on the chain at the guide bar just ahead of the kink and then pull the kink out NOTE Chain should rotate freely and be free of kinks A5 A4 A7 A6 Assembly ...

Page 19: ...using the supplied screwdriver 19 see Fig A10 TENSIONING CHAIN AND BAR NOTE New saw chains will stretch Check the chain tension frequently during first use and tighten when the chain becomes loose around the guide bar A9 A8 A10 Assembly WARNING Remove the battery pack before adjusting saw chain tension Cutting edges on chain are sharp Use protective gloves when handling chain Maintain proper chain...

Page 20: ...y suitable surface with oil filler cap facing upward 2 Clean area around the oil filler cap with a cloth and unscrew the cap by turning it counter clockwise 3 Add chain oil until tank is full 4 Avoid dirt or debris entering oil tank Refit oil filler cap and tighten by turning clockwise until hand tight It is important to use only the recommended bar and chain oil to avoid damage to the chainsaw Ne...

Page 21: ...IG B 1 Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet 2 Slide the battery pack into the charger firmly Make sure the battery is in the correct charge position The light will begin flashing green to indicate the charging process has started 3 When charging is completed the light will become solid green 4 When fully charged unplug the charger and remove the battery pack WARNING The charger and battery ...

Page 22: ...C 1 REMOVING Depress the battery pack release button firmly first and then lift the battery pack up to remove from your tool 2 INSTALLING Place the fully charged battery pack into the tool until it clicks into position Operation 1 2 C Light ON Flash Status Red on Defective battery Red flash Battery Temperature Protection The temperature of battery pack is less than 0o C 32o F or more than 40o C 10...

Page 23: ...ck off button then fully press the on off switch and hold in this position The lock off button can now be released see Fig D2 To switch off release the on off switch or push the hand guard into position 2 as shown in D3 For more details please refer to THE CHAIN BRAKE section 1 2 Pos 1 Pos 2 D2 D1 D3 Operation WARNING The battery pack will be too cold to be used if it has been left in the environm...

Page 24: ...he chainsaw at the right hand side of your body see Fig E 3 The chain must be running at full speed before it makes contact with the wood 4 Do not operate the chainsaw with arms fully extended attempt to saw areas which are difficult to reach or stand on a ladder while sawing see Fig F Never use the chainsaw above shoulder height E F ...

Page 25: ...osition 1 and release on off switch See component list for switch on and off locations 2 Automatic chain brake release the on off switch to activate chain brake automatically 3 CUTTING 1 Install the battery pack into the machine 2 Make sure section of log to be cut is not laying on the ground This will keep the chain from touching the ground as it cuts through the log Touching the ground while the...

Page 26: ...cticing on scrap logs in a secure working area until you are comfortable using a fluid motion and a steady cutting rate Kickback Safety Devices On This Saw This saw has a low kickback chain and reduced kickback guide bar Both items reduce the chance of kickback However kickback can still occur with this saw The following steps will reduce the risk of kickback Use both hands to grip saw while saw i...

Page 27: ...ions in this manual Proper cleaning of saw and chain and guide bar maintenance can reduce chances of kickback Inspect and maintain saw after each use This will increase the service life of your saw Maintenance NOTE Even with proper sharpening risk of kickback can increase with each sharpening ...

Page 28: ...residue from the inner groove of the bar see Fig I 3 Make sure to clean oil passages thoroughly Conditions which require chain and guide bar maintenance Saw cuts to one side or at an angle Saw has to be forced through the cut Inadequate supply of oil to the bar and chain Check the condition of the guide bar each time the chain is sharpened A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting di...

Page 29: ... Your saw will cut faster and more safely A dull chain will cause undue sprocket guide bar chain and motor wear If you must force chain into wood and cutting creates only sawdust with few large chips the chain is dull NOTE It is not necessary to remove the chain or bar when lubricating the guide bar sprocket 1 Clean the bar and sprocket 2 Using a grease gun insert the tip of the gun into the lubri...

Page 30: ...ed parts Do not use chainsaw if damage affects safety or operation Have damage repaired by authorized service center 3 Maintain chainsaw with centre Never expose saw to rain or direct moisture Keep chain sharp clean and lubricated for better and safer performance Follow steps outlined in this manual to sharpen chain Keep handles dry clean and free of oil and grease Keep all screws and nuts tight 4...

Page 31: ...witch defective Place the machine in a cool ventilated place to cool it down Applying relatively less pressure while cutting Contact Yardworks at 1 866 523 5281 Contact Yardworks at 1 866 523 5281 Contact Yardworks at 1 866 523 5281 Dry chain No oil in reservoir Vent in oil filler cap clogged Oil passage clogged Refill oil Clean cap Clean oil passage outlet Brake does not stop chain Run down kickb...

Page 32: ...5775 8 contact us 1 866 523 5218 32 Exploded View 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 57 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 44 51 50 49 48 47 46 45 43 36 37 42 41 40 39 38 34 35 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 56 55 54 53 52 10 11 12 13 58 ...

Page 33: ...ndspike 3 22 Bevel Wheel 1 23 Bevel Wheel 1 24 Spark 1 25 Wrench 1 26 Left Decorative Cover 1 27 Oil Tank Cap 1 28 Left Housing 1 29 Wind Shield 1 30 Brake Bracket 1 31 Brake Laps 1 32 Brake Shifter Lever 1 33 Motor 1 34 Worm 1 35 Bearing 1 36 Shrapnel 1 37 Switch 1 38 Spring 1 39 Washer 1 40 Brake Guard 1 41 Screws 2 42 Oil Bump 1 43 Screws 14 44 Washer 1 45 Check Valve 1 46 Oil Tank 1 47 Tubing ...

Page 34: ...tors blades grass bags and tires These parts are warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three hundred and sixty five 365 days from the date of retail purchase HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available by calling the toll free helpline at 1 866 523 5218 The factory will not accept the return of a complete unit unless prior w...

Page 35: ...S This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Responsible Party Positec USA Inc PO Box 681298 Charlotte NC 28216 Tel 1 866 523 5218 Fax 704 599 6390 ...

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Page 37: ... the 2 nuts and take off chain cover see Fig B1 and B2 2 Slide chain in the slot around the guide bar Ensure chain is running in the correct direction see Fig B3 15 B1 B3 B2 A This information is provided for your convenience It does not replace the instruction manual and safety instructions The manual and safety instructions need to be read and understood in their entirety ...

Page 38: ...ver 19 Do not overtighten 6 Place the chain cover back on Screw nuts onto the guide pins If chain is still loose tighten chain tensioning screw 15 This information is provided for your convenience It does not replace the instruction manual and safety instructions The manual and safety instructions need to be read and understood in their entirety LUBRICATION 1 Unscrew cap fill the tank with bar and...

Page 39: ...e Fig D1 2 First push in lock off button then fully press the on off switch Lock off button can then be released 3 To turn off release the on off switch This information is provided for your convenience It does not replace the instruction manual and safety instructions The manual and safety instructions need to be read and understood in their entirety 1 2 C 1 2 Pos 1 Pos 2 D1 D2 D3 ...

Page 40: ...stop the chain when kickback occurs Chain brake can be activated by pushing the safety guard from position 1 to position 2 see Fig E Chain brake will also be activated automatically when the on off switch is released Hand Guard Pos1 Pos2 Pos2 E This information is provided for your convenience It does not replace the instruction manual and safety instructions The manual and safety instructions nee...

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