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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Model SWJ804E

Form No. SJ-SWJ804E-880E-M

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ELECTRIC POLE CHAIN SAW

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 the 

pole chain saw in damp or wet locations.

5.  Do not use the 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 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 chain 

comes to a complete stop.

20. Avoid unintentional starting – Do not carry the 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 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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Summary of Contents for Sunjoe SWJ804E

Page 1: ... 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 cuttin...

Page 2: ... the cord restraint hook and or make a knot with 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 f...

Page 3: ...de 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 the other hand gripping the pole Use a firm grip Thumbs and fingers must wrap around the trigger and the pole Keep all guards...

Page 4: ...N 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 times ...

Page 5: ...20 3 cm Telescopic Shaft 5 6 ft to 8 7 ft 1 7 m to 2 7 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 R 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 THE OTHER SIDE 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 1 8 in cutting chain 2 8 in guide bar 3 Sprocket cover bolt 4 Sprocket cover 5 Cutting bar sheath 6 Hex key wrench blade screwdriver 7 Allen wrench 8 Cam lock 9 Pole 10...

Page 6: ...e 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 sprocket cover Without all these ...

Page 7: ...placed on the sprocket Figs 4 5 NOTE Make certain of the direction of the chain If the chain is mounted backwards the saw will vibrate abnormally and will 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 6 7 Fit the bar flush against the mounting surface so that the bar slot mounts onto the slot ...

Page 8: ...n the sprocket cover bolt using the hex key wrench Fig 11 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 12 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...

Page 9: ...e 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 an object ...

Page 10: ... cam lock as directed could result in personal injury Tightening the Bolt The retaining bolt may need tightening to secure the telescopic pole in place 1 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 18 Cutting...

Page 11: ...oom to fall When pruning trees it is important not to make the finishing cut next to the main limb or trunk until you have cut off the farthest lying limb This will reduce the weight and prevent stripping the bark from the main member Under cut the branch 1 3 through for your first cut Your second cut should over cut to drop the branch off Fig 20 Be prepared to balance the weight of the pole chain...

Page 12: ...e hit while you are operating the pole chain saw Fig 12 Always cut with the unit running at full speed Fully squeeze the ON OFF trigger and maintain a steady cutting speed Wear non slip gloves for maximum grip and protection Extend the pole only to the length required to reach the limb cut Do not extend the rear handle above waist height Maintenance Please contact an authorized Snow Joe Sun Joe de...

Page 13: ...skill and experience to avoid damaging the cutting edges Sharpen the chain as follows Fig 23 Secure the bar firmly with the chain mounted in a suitable vice 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 o...

Page 14: ...rior to each work session mWARNING Do not plug in the power cord until you have completed all of the daily checks Inspect for any visible damage to the chain guide bar or motor housing 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 fo...

Page 15: ... in 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 o...

Page 16: ...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: ... the owner s manual Snow Joe Sun Joe will not be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized warranty repairs 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 while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this warranty Wearing parts like belts augers chai...

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