WARNING
SAW CHAIN
It is very important for smooth and safe operation to keep the saw chain sharp.
Your cutters need to be sharpened when:
Sawdust becomes powder-like.
You need extra force to saw in.
The cut does not go straight.
Vibration increases.
Fuel consumption increases.
Cutter setting standards:
Be sure to wear safety gloves.
Before filing:
Make sure the saw chain is held securely.
Make sure the engine is stopped.
Use a round file of proper size for your
chain.
Chain type : 91VG
File size : 5/32in (4mm)
Place your file on the cutter and push
straight forward. Keep the file position as
illustrated. (MA14)
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After every cutter has been set, check the
depth gauge and file it to the proper level as
illustrated. (MA15)
WARNING
Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce
the chance of kickback or tie-strap breakage.
(1) Appropriate gauge checker
(2) Make the shoulder round
(3) Depth gauge standard
Make sure every cutter has the same length
and edge angles as illustrated. (MA16)
(4) Cutter length
(5) Filing angle
(6) Side plate angle
(7) Top plate cutting angle
Check Damaged Parts
Make sure the part will operate properly and
perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting,
and any other condition that may affect its
operation.
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CLEANING, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
NOTICE: Below are instructions for servicing you Pole Pruner.
Cleaning saw body
WARNING:
Unplug Pole Pruner from power source before servicing.
Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with
moving chain.
WARNING:
Cutting edges on chain are sharp. Use protective gloves when
handling chain.
WARNING: when cleaning Pole Pruner body
• Do not submerge Pole Pruner in any liquids.
• Do not use products that contain ammonia, chlorine, or abrasives.
• Do not use chlorinated cleaning solvents, carbon tetrachloride, kerosene,
or gasoline.
• Keep Pole Pruner body clean. Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and
water mixture. Wipe Pole Pruner body to clean.
Maintain Pole Pruner With Care
• Keep saw chain sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk
of injury.
• Periodically apply a light coat of oil to the guide bar for lubrication.
• Inspect Pruner cord periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an
authorized service facility.
• Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
GUIDE BAR
Remove sawdust in the bar groove and the
oiling port. (MA10)
(1) Groove
(2) Oiling port
(Type: Sprocket nose)
Grease the nose sprocket from the feeding port
on the tip of the bar. (MA11)
(1) Grease port
(2) Sprocket
The bar rail should always be a square. Check for
wear of the bar rail. Apply a ruler to the bar and
the outside of a cutter. If a gap is observed
between them, the rail is normal. Otherwise, the
bar rail is worn. Such a bar needs to be corrected
or replaced.(MA12)
(1) Ruler
(2) Gap
(3) No gap
(4) Chain tilts
SPROCKET
Check for extensive wear, and replace it
when the teeth are worn over 0.3mm.
(MA13)
(1) Sprocket
