Operation
Before Using the Pole Saw
Before using the pole saw, do the following:
•
Check the chain tension; refer to
Chain Tension (page 15)
.
•
Clean the pole saw components, inspect them for
excessive wear or damage, and replace them as
needed; refer to
Servicing the Guide Bar, Chain,
and Drive Sprocket (page 16)
.
•
Check the chain for sharpness and damage, and
sharpen or replace as needed; refer to
.
•
Check the oil level; refer to
and Adding Bar and Chain Oil (page 14)
.
•
Check the pole saw for damage, general
appearance, and performance; ensure that the
switches move freely, the vents and handles are
clean, and the bar is not bent or damaged.
Starting the Attachment
1.
Ensure that the vents on the attachment, power
head, and battery are clear of any dust and
debris.
2.
Align the cavity in the battery pack with the
tongue on the handle housing (
).
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Figure 6
3.
Push the battery pack into the handle until the
battery locks into the latch.
4.
To start the attachment, press the lockout button,
then squeeze the run trigger (
Note:
Slide the variable-speed switch to
change the speed of the attachment.
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Figure 7
1.
Lockout button
3.
Run trigger
2.
Variable-speed switch
Shutting Off the Pole Saw
To shut off the pole saw, release the trigger.
Whenever you are not using the pole saw or are
transporting the pole saw to or from the work area,
remove the battery pack and install the guide bar
cover.
Removing the Battery Pack
from the Power Head
Press the battery latch on the machine to release the
battery pack and slide the battery pack out of the
machine (
).
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Figure 8
1.
Battery latch
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