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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Model SWJ806E

Form No. SJ-SWJ806E-880E-MR7

ELECTRIC POLE + CHAIN SAW

8-INCH | 8-AMP

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These 

Instructions Before Use

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow 

the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire 

and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for 

future reference. 

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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 Power Tool Safety 

Warnings

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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:

Work Area Safety

1.  Keep work area clean and well lit – Cluttered or dark 

areas invite accidents.

2.  Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, 

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases 

or dust – Power tools create sparks which may ignite the 

dust or fumes. 

3. 

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a 

power tool – Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electric Safety

1.  Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify 

the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with 

earthed (grounded) power tools. 

Unmodified plugs and 

matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

2. 

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded 

surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and 

refrigerators – There is an increased risk of electric shock 

if your body is earthed or grounded.

3.  Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions 

– Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of 

electric shock.

4.  Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord 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.

5.  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.

6.  If operating a power tool in a damp location is 

unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) 

protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of 

electric shock.

Personal Safety

1.  Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common 

sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a 

power tool while you are tired or under the influence 

 

of drugs, alcohol or medication – A moment of 

inattention while operating power tools may result in 

serious personal injury.

2. 

Use personal protective equipment. Always wear 

 

eye protection – Protective equipment such as dust 

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing 

protection used for appropriate conditions will  

reduce personal injuries.

3.  Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is 

in the off-position before connecting battery packs, 

picking up or carrying the tool – Carrying power tools 

with your finger on the switch or energising power tools 

that have the switch on invites accidents.

4. 

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before 

 

turning the power tool on – A wrench or a key left 

attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result  

in personal injury.

5. 

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at 

all times – This enables better control of the power tool in 

unexpected situations. 

6.  Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or 

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away 

from moving parts – Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair 

can be caught in moving parts.

7.  If devices are provided for the connection of dust 

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are 

connected and properly used – Use of dust collection 

can reduce dust-related hazards. 

Summary of Contents for sunjoe SWJ806E

Page 1: ...n or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock 4 Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord 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 5 When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cor...

Page 2: ...hock Wear safety glasses and hearing protection Further protective equipment for head hands legs and feet is recommended Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain Do not operate the chain saw in a tree Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in personal injury Always keep proper footing and operate the chain sa...

Page 3: ...ole at its balance point close to the saw end with the guide bar and chain facing to the rear When transporting or storing the pole chain saw always fit the guide bar cover Do not cut small brush and saplings with the pole chain saw Small branches may catch in the chain and be whipped towards the operator which could pull the operator off balance Electrical Safety 1 Ground fault circuit interrupte...

Page 4: ...as a chain saw This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the unit in unexpected 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 ...

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: ...k for telescopic pole 10 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 el...

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: ...ll 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 chai...

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: ...e chain 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...

Page 17: ...ION 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 ...

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: ...or mechanical damage Hex key wrench blade screwdriver Bar and chain oil SWJ802E TOOL SWJ OIL sold at sunjoe com or you can purchase equivalent bar and chain oil sold at your local hardware store Model Accessories Item 3 4 1 R Sun Joe 8 Inch replacement chain saw bar SWJ 8BAR 2 Sun Joe 8 Inch replacement chain saw chain SWJ 8CHAIN NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the...

Page 20: ...egistration card available online from our website or calling our Customer Service Department at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 or by e mailing us at help snowjoe com Failure to register your Product will not diminish your warranty rights However registering your Product will allow Snow Joe to better serve you with any of your customer service needs WHO CAN SEEK LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE This Warran...

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