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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Model iON100V-18CS-CT-RM

Form No. SJ-iON100V-18CS-CT-RM-880E-M-V1

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CORDLESS CHAIN SAW – CORE TOOL

100-VOLT MAX* | 18-INCH 

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Summary of Contents for iON100V-18CS-CT-RM

Page 1: ... rights reserved Original instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS A Division of Snow Joe LLC OPERATOR S MANUAL Model iON100V 18CS CT RM Form No SJ iON100V 18CS CT RM 880E M V1 R CORDLESS CHAIN SAW CORE TOOL 100 VOLT MAX 18 INCH 1 ...

Page 2: ...ve or split objects Using the machine while fastened to fixed supports Improper use of the machine will invalidate the warranty relieve the manufacturer from all liabilities The user will consequently be liable for all and any damage or injury to himself herself or others General Safety mWARNING When using electric cordless yard tools basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce th...

Page 3: ...in a tree may result in personal injury Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw only when standing on a fixed secured and level surface Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the chain saw When cutting a limb that is under tension be cautious of spring back When the tension in the wood fibers is released the spring loaded limb may strik...

Page 4: ...e charger before performing any cleaning or maintenance Do not allow water to flow into the charger Use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI to reduce shock hazards Do not burn or incinerate battery packs Battery packs may explode causing personal injury or damage Toxic fumes and materials are created when battery packs are burned Do not crush drop or damage battery packs Do not use the battery...

Page 5: ...sing of the battery pack appears to be undamaged The battery cells inside the battery may have suffered serious damage In such instances please read the waste disposal information for proper battery disposal 10 If the battery pack suffers overloading and overheating the integrated protective cutoff will switch off the equipment for safety reasons If this situation happens stop the tool and let the...

Page 6: ...rough 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 Use extreme caution when re entering a previous cut Use the low kickback chain and guide bar supplied with this cordless chain saw Only use genuine Snow Joe Sun Joe replacement parts de...

Page 7: ... 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 Two hands are always to be used when operating the chain saw Correct direction of cutting teeth Keep bystanders and childre...

Page 8: ...0 W Brushless Bar Chain Length 18 inch 45 7 cm Oil Tank Capacity 6 1 fl Oz 180 ml Cutting Thickness Max 17 5 in 44 5 cm Recommended 16 5 in 41 9 cm Weight chain saw alone 11 5 lbs 5 2 kg Weight 15 5 lbs 7 kg chain saw iON100V 2 5AMP Weight 18 5 lbs 8 4 kg chain saw iON100V 5AMP Initial no load voltage when fully charged peaks at 100 volts nominal voltage under typical load is 86 4 volts SOLD SEPAR...

Page 9: ...ts 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 mWARNING To avoid serious personal injury read and understand all safety instructions provided mWARNING Before performing any maintenance make sure the battery is removed from the bat...

Page 10: ...ll vibrate abnormally and will not cut 6 Mount the guide bar by inserting the stud bolt into the hole on the tension adjuster turn the tension adjuster counterclockwise to move the bar back so the chain loop can be wound around the sprocket Fig 6 7 Turn the tension adjuster clockwise to push the guide bar forward to achieve an initial tensioning of the chain Fig 7 8 Fit the chain sprocket end cove...

Page 11: ...he chain is tensioned correctly sharp and there are no signs of any damage Check that hand grips and protection devices are clean and dry correctly mounted and securely fastened to the machine Check that the chain brake is working efficiently Check that the trigger switch and the safety button move freely without forcing and return automatically and rapidly back to their neutral positions Check th...

Page 12: ...elow the L level mark as indicated on the oil tank Fig 12 Battery Pack Operation The equipment is powered by a lithium ion battery sold separately The battery pack is completely closed and maintenance free In order to operate this chain saw you will need to additionally purchase either the iON100V 2 5AMP or iON100V 5AMP lithium ion battery and the 100 V quick charger model iON100V RCH Battery and ...

Page 13: ...MP battery is equipped with a 0 35 watt LED light located on the handle which is good for camping and emergency illumination To turn on the LED light open the carry handle and press the battery push button twice in a row To turn off the LED light press the battery push button twice again Fig 15 NOTE This function only comes with iON100V 5AMP battery iON100V 2 5AMP battery is not equipped with the ...

Page 14: ...charger into any outlet that will provide power with a higher voltage Over voltage charging will be harmful to both the battery and charger and may cause the charger to burn out 3 Place the battery pack into the charger by sliding the pack as shown until it clicks into the position When the battery is inserted in properly the green light will slowly flash to indicate that the battery is charging T...

Page 15: ...atedly within a few seconds can generate a great deal of heat and damage the motor To protect the life of your cordless 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 Do not overreach A good firm grip on the tool ...

Page 16: ...rior to each cutting session run through the daily checklist see pg 22 2 In the event of an accidental activation reset the safety brake function by returning the front hand brake to the operating position Fig 20 3 Insert the battery in the battery compartment Fig 21 3 To turn the tool on hold the chain saw firmly with both hands on the handles Press the safety lock button then push the On Off swi...

Page 17: ...oil is released into the environment when the machine is running so only use biodegradable oils made specifically for this use To avoid the risk of fire do not leave the machine with the motor hot on leaves or dry grass mWARNING It takes specific training to use the machine for felling and delimbing Checks During Work Checking the chain tension The chain tends to stretch gradually as you work so y...

Page 18: ...contacts an obstacle Felling a tree i When bucking and felling are performed by two or more people at the same time the felling operation 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 co...

Page 19: ...nch will fall may differ from that anticipated 3 the tree may be unstable after the branch has been cut Bucking a log mWARNING Do not buck logs that are larger than the maximum cutting thickness Bucking is the process in which a log is cut 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 sup...

Page 20: ...uthorized places Motor Cooling To avoid overheating and damage to the motor always keep the cooling air vents clean and free of sawdust and debris Chain Tension Check the chain tension before using the saw when the chain is cold The correct tension of a cold chain is when there is no slack on the underside of the guide bar the chain is snug but you can rotate it by hand without binding During norm...

Page 21: ...rivets Guide Bar Maintenance When the guide bar shows signs of wear turn it over on the saw to distribute the wear for maximum bar life Feathering or burring of the bar rails is a normal process of bar wear You should smooth such faults with a file as soon as they occur Replace a bar with any of the following faults wear inside the bar rails permitting the chain to lay over sideways bent guide bar...

Page 22: ... 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 of your unit When not in use your machine should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked up place out of the reach of children Battery Ca...

Page 23: ...8CS CT RM cordless chain saw requires service or maintenance please call 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 for assistance Model and Serial Numbers When 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 be...

Page 24: ...untime Max 35 min 100 V 5 Ah Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charge Time Max 100 min Battery Runtime Max 70 min 5 6 Sun Joe 18 inch replacement bar SWJ 18BAR Sun Joe 18 inch replacement chain SWJ 18CHAIN Bar and chain oil SWJ OIL Sold online at snowjoe com or you can purchase equivalent bar and chain oil at your local hardware store R Sun Joe replacement chain tensioner iON100V 18BARATCH 7 NOTE Access...

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Page 27: ...hall 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 the Snow Joe Sun ...

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