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CONNECTING THE POLES
See Figure 2
Before using the pole saw, a one-time assembly is
required. When removed from the box, the three poles
are connected by an electrical cord as shown in Figure 2.
Ensure the steps below are followed correctly.
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Remove packaging material from cord and discard.
■ Ensure all rubber cord protectors are removed from
inside the telescopic pole before assembly.
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Unscrew the collar from the threaded base on the
intermediate pole and push back over the cord to the
handle pole shaft as shown.
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Insert the handle pole into the intermediate pole and
slide together until you hear the button click. The
tubes are egg-shaped and will only install one way.
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Lower the collar on the handle pole to the threaded
base on the intermediate pole and rotate clockwise to
secure.
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Repeat this process to attach the intermediate pole to
the powerhead pole.
Note:
Handle pole and powerhead pole should not
be able to separate from intermediate pole once
assembled correctly. Repeat above steps if poles can
be separated from intermediate pole.
OPERATION
WARNING
Failure to lock powerhead pole as directed above
could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction
of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating power tools.
Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious
injury.
WARNING
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product.
The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal
injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
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Limbing
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Pruning
ADDING BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICANT
See Figure 3
Use Ryobi Bar and Chain Lubricant. It is designed for
chains and chain oilers, and is formulated to perform over
a wide temperature range with no dilution required.
Note:
Pole saw comes from the factory with no bar and
chain oil added. Level should also be checked after every
20 minutes of use and refilled as needed.
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Remove oil cap.
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Carefully pour the bar and chain oil into the tank.
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Wipe off excess oil.
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Check and fill the oil tank when quick view oil
indicator is below the second to last indicator line.
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Repeat as needed.
Note:
It is normal for oil to seep from the saw when not
in use. To prevent seepage, empty the oil tank after each
use then run for one minute. When storing the unit for a
long period of time (three months or longer) be sure the
chain is lightly lubricated; this will prevent rust on the
chain and bar sprocket.
CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY
See Figure 4
This product is designed with a cord retainer that
prevents the extension cord from being pulled loose while
using.
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Form a loop with the end of the extension cord.
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Insert loop portion of extension cord through opening
in the bottom of the rear handle and place over cord
retainer.
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Slowly pull loop against cord retainer until the slack is
removed.
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Plug product into extension cord.
Note:
Failure to remove all excess cord slack from
extension cord retainer could result in plug loosening
from receptacle.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figure 4
TO START THE MOTOR:
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Connect the pole saw to power supply.
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Place your thumb on the lock-off button and pull it
completely towards you.
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Fully depress the switch trigger.
