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AFFIX SERIAL NUMBER LABEL

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Model SWJ801E-RM

Form No. SJ-SWJ801E-RM-880E-V1

R

ELECTRIC POLE CHAIN SAW

8-INCH | 7-AMP

Let Gravity Do The Work

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Summary of Contents for SUNJOE SWJ801E-RM

Page 1: ... you get the most out of your product be sure to register online at to enjoy full product support AFFIX SERIAL NUMBER LABEL A Division of Snow Joe LLC OPERATOR S MANUAL Model SWJ801E RM Form No SJ SWJ801E RM 880E V1 R ELECTRIC POLE CHAIN SAW 8 INCH 7 AMP Let Gravity Do The Work ...

Page 2: ...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 ...

Page 3: ...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 instruction could result in severe personal injury Operating Tips For Pole...

Page 4: ...ntrol of the pole chain saw which could result in serious personal injury Kickback safety devices on this pole chain saw include a skip chain and a low kickback guide bar These 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...

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: ... 4 Telescoping cam lock 5 Soft grip 6 Telescopic pole 7 On Off switch 8 Safety lock button 9 Handle 10 Appliance cord 11 Extension cord restraint hook 12 Hex key allen wrench blade screwdriver 13 Bar sheath 14 Sprocket cover 15 Sprocket cover bolt Technical Data Rated Voltage 120 V 60 Hz Motor 7 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: ... 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 sprocket cover Without all these parts in place the clutch can fly off or explode exposing the user to potentially serious injuries mWARNI...

Page 8: ... 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 hole in the bar Adjust the chain tension as needed by adjusting the chain tensioner screw with the blade screwdriver ...

Page 9: ... chain tensioning see the maintenance section beginning on pg 12 12 Tighten the 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 tan...

Page 10: ...il to seep from the saw when not in use To prevent 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 Kic...

Page 11: ...ensure that the pole is secure If the pole telescopes when the cam lock is closed the nut may need tightening mWARNING Failure to lock the telescopic pole cam lock as directed could result in personal 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 positi...

Page 12: ...nch 1 3 through for your first cut 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...

Page 13: ... SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 for all maintenance 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...

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: ...torage Ensure that the guide bar cover is in place when storing and transporting 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 pa...

Page 17: ...8 inch 20 3 cm guide bar 8 inch 20 3 cm cutting chain Bar and chain oil SWJ 8BAR SWJ 8CHAIN 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 c...

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Page 19: ...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...

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