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16” ELECTRIC Chain Saw

WITH BRAKE

Model 02810

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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 2002 by Harbor Freight Tools

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For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Page 1: ...3011 Visit ourWeb site at http www harborfreight com Copyright 2002 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ...

Page 2: ... in a dry location to inhibit rust Always lock up tools and equipment and keep out of reach of children 4 DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs If there is any doubt do not attempt to use this product 5 USE EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION Wear ANSI approved safety...

Page 3: ...e accessories intended for use with this product Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools 12 MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE Keep this product clean and dry for better and safer performance 13 MAINTENANCE For your safety service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a qualified technician 14 USETHE RIGHTTOOL FOR THE JOB Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachm...

Page 4: ...rd movement of the Chain Saw when it is running This usually occurs when the upper front quarter of the Guide Bar 52 binds with the piece of wood being cut In the event of a significant kickback the Chain Safety Brake may be automatically triggered instantly stopping the rotating Chain 57 and turning off the Chain Saw The rotating chain may also be stopped by manually pushing the Chain Safety Brak...

Page 5: ...L 15 ALLOW THE CHAIN 57 TO ROTATE UP TO FULL SPEED BEFORE FEEDING IT INTO WOOD When turning off the Chain Saw allow the Chain to slow and stop on its own Do not press against the Chain to stop it 16 FEED THE CHAIN 57 GRADUALLY INTO THE MATERIAL BEING CUT Do not force the Chain Saw to remove material faster than it was designed to cut 17 NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE MATERIAL STUCK IN THE MOVING PARTS OF...

Page 6: ...makers should consult their physician s for ad vice ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE For additional references to the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram on page 12 To Attach Or Replace The Chain Guide Rail And Chain 1 WARNING Make sure to turn the On Off Trigger 25b to its OFF position and un plug the Electric Cord 23 from its electrical outlet before performing this proce...

Page 7: ...ment Screw 61 clockwise photo 005 Because the saw is light in weight this is easier if someone holds the handle Do not overtighten the Chain There should only be about 1 4 of space when the Chain is pulled upward at the center of the Guide Bar Lightly oil the entire Chain 57 See Figure C 7 When finished tighten the Nylon Insert Nut 67 securely and replace Screw 7 Check the Chain tension after init...

Page 8: ...See Figure D To Check For Proper Chain Tension 1 The Chain 57 tension is proper when the Chain snaps back after being pulled 1 4 away from the Guide Bar 52 with light force There should be no sagging between the Chain and Guide Bar underneath When necessary use a screwdriver to turn the Adjustment Screw 61 clockwise to tighten or counterclockwise to loosen the Chain 57 See Figure D 2 NOTE A Chain ...

Page 9: ...in Saw with both hands until the Chain Saw completely stops See Figure E PROTECT PLATE 17 HANDLE 47 ELECTRIC CORD 23 CARBON BRUSH 4 CARBON BRUSH HOLDER 5 CARBON BRUSH HOUSING 6 ON OFFTRIGGER 25b FIGURE E CHAIN 57 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Safety Brake 1 The Safety Brake is activated when the back of the operator s hand pushes against the back of the Protect Plate 17 When activated the Chain Saw w...

Page 10: ...limit When it has worn up to the wear limit the Carbon Brush must be replaced When replacing the Carbon Brush make sure it fits neatly into its Carbon Brush Holder 5 and that the spring on the Carbon Brush operates freely Make sure the carbon portion of the Carbon Brush contacts the Motor Armature 24 After inspection or replacement replace the Carbon Brush Housing See Figure E 5 TO CLEAN Clean wit...

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Page 12: ...KU 02810 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts REV 05 05 ...

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