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Model iON8PS2-CT

Form No. SJ-iON8PS2-CT-880E-M

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

CORDLESS POLE CHAIN SAW

8-INCH | 40-VOLT MAX*

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These 

Instructions Before Use

Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may 

result in serious bodily injury or death.

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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 Safety 

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WARNING!

 

When using cordless yard tools, basic 

safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the 

risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, including the 

following:

1. Keep guards in place – Protective guards should be 

checked periodically to ensure they are properly fitted and 

in correct working order.

2. Keep work area clean and well-lit – Clear work area of 

branches and limbs after each cutting session. Cluttered 

areas invite accidents.

3.  Do not use in dangerous environments – Do not use 

power tools in damp or wet locations.

4.  Do not use the pole chain saw in the rain.
5.  Keep bystanders and children away – 
All bystanders, 

including children and pets, should be kept a safe 

distance away from the work area.

6.  Do not force the tool – 

It will do the job effectively and 

safely if it is used at the rate for which it was designed. 

7.  Use the right tool – Do not force the tool or any 

attachment on the tool to do a job for which they were  

not designed. 

8. Wear proper apparel – Do not wear loose articles of 

clothing or jewelry since such items may get caught 

in moving parts. Use of heavy-duty rubber gloves, 

substantial non-skid footware and close-fitting clothing is 

recommended when working outdoors with power tools.

9.  Wear protective hair coverings to contain long hair. 

10. Always wear safety glasses and ear defenders to 

provide eye and ear protection – Everyday eyeglasses 

only have impact resistant lenses and do not provide the 

same protection as safety glasses.

11. Wear face or dust masks – If the cutting operation is 

dusty, the use of a face or dust mask specially designed 

to filter out miscoscopic particles is recommended.

12. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance  

at all times.

13. Maintain tools with care – Keep tools sharp and clean 

for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for 

lubricating and changing accessories. 

14. Disconnect tool – 

Turn off the power switch and remove 

the battery when it is not in use, before servicing, clearing 

jammed material, when transporting or when changing the 

chain or other accessories.

15. Reduce the risk of unintentional starting – Make sure 

the safety switch and the trigger switch are in the OFF 

position before inserting the battery in the unit. Do not 

carry the pole chain saw with the safety switch and the 

trigger switch engaged.

16. Use recommended accessories – Consult the owner’s 

manual for recommended accessories. The use of 

improper accessories may cause risk of injury. 

17. Check for damaged parts – Before each use, repair or 

replace any guard or part that is damaged. In addition, 

check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving 

parts, breakage of parts and any other conditions that 

may affect the tool's operation. A guard or other part that 

is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an 

authorized service center.

18. Never leave tool unattended while it is running –  

Turn the power OFF by removing the battery from the 

unit. Do not leave the saw until the cutting bar comes to a 

complete stop.

19. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blade or cutting 

edges when picking up or holding the saw – Be sure to 

encase the cutting bar in its protective sheath when not  

in use.

20. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common 

sense. Do not operate the pole chain saw when you  

are tired.

21. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, appliances 

should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up 

place out of the reach of children.

Summary of Contents for iON8PS2-CT

Page 1: ...ear protective hair coverings to contain long hair 10 Always wear safety glasses and ear defenders to provide eye and ear protection Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses and do not provide the same protection as safety glasses 11 Wear face or dust masks If the cutting operation is dusty the use of a face or dust mask specially designed to filter out miscoscopic particles is recomm...

Page 2: ...ous personal injury 16 Carry the pole chain saw by the handle with the unit turned off When transporting or storing the pole chain saw always use the chain saw cover Proper handling of the pole chain saw will reduce possible personal injury 17 Hold the pole chain saw by insulated gripping surfaces only because the chain saw may contact hidden wiring A chain saw contacting a live wire may make expo...

Page 3: ...fety devices on this cordless pole chain saw include a skip chain and a low kickback guide bar These will reduce but not entirely prevent kickbacks Follow the necessary precautions indicated in this operator s manual to avoid kickbacks Always use two hands when operating the pole chain saw one hand gripping the trigger and the other hand gripping the pole Use a firm grip Thumbs and fingers must wr...

Page 4: ...harger with a damaged cord or plug Replace a damaged charger immediately Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary Using the wrong damaged or improperly wired extension cord poses a risk of fire and electric shock If an extension cord must be used plug the charger into a properly wired 16 gauge or larger extension cord with the female plug matching the male plug on the charger...

Page 5: ...y original battery packs The use of other batteries poses a fire risk and may result in injuries or an explosion Information about the charger and the charging process 1 Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the battery charger Be sure to connect the battery charger to a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating plate Never connect it to a different mains voltage 2 Protect t...

Page 6: ...osure to direct sunlight will result in overheating and cell damage Never charge or work with batteries that have been overheated replace them immediately if possible 7 Store the charger and your cordless tool only in dry locations with an ambient temperature of 50 104 F 10 40 C Store your lithium ion battery pack in a cool dry place at a temperature of 50 68 F 10 20 C Protect the battery pack cha...

Page 7: ...y charger indoors WARNING Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions CAUTION 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 awa...

Page 8: ...cm chain 3 Oil tank cap 4 End cover nut 5 Chain sprocket end cover 6 Cutting bar sheath 7 Hex key wrench blade screwdriver 8 Oil level indicator window 9 Multi angle head adjustment dial 10 Cam lock nut 11 Cam lock 12 Telescopic pole 13 Front handle foam grip 14 Safety lock switch 15 Rear handle 16 Battery compartment 17 Trigger switch LOW KICK BAC K 1 4 5 6 11 13 12 17 16 2 3 7 10 14 15 min R LOW...

Page 9: ...rdance with local regulations IMPORTANT The equipment and packaging material are not toys Do not let children play with plastic bags foils or small parts These items can be swallowed and pose a suffocation risk Battery Pack Operation NOTE In order to operate this cordless pole chain saw you will need 40V iONMAX System batteries and chargers See page 22 for battery options and specifications or vis...

Page 10: ...ng the Battery 1 Push the push lock button on the battery to pull the battery pack up and out of the equipment Fig 1 2 Depending on your Snow Joe Sun Joe charger model how to recharge your lithium ion battery will vary 3 Check that the mains voltage is the same as that marked on the rating plate of the charger Then insert the charger s plug into the electrical wall outlet When you plug in the char...

Page 11: ...y so as not to impair the safety and efficiency of the machine If in doubt contact your dealer mWARNING Unpacking and assembly should be completed on a flat and stable surface with adequate space for moving the machine and its packaging For safety and transportation reasons the lithium ion battery is packed separately from the machine and is partially charged Charge the battery before using the to...

Page 12: ...of the chain If the chain is mounted backwards the saw will vibrate abnormally and will not cut 7 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 11 8 Adjust the chain tension as needed by adjusting the chain te...

Page 13: ...ockwise Lift the tip of the guide bar up and retighten the end cover nut Ensure that the chain can be rotated by hand without binding NOTE A new chain tends to stretch check the chain tension frequently and adjust tension as required Preparing To Work Chain Lubricant mCAUTION Before starting the saw remove the oil tank cap and add bar and chain oil to the top of the oil level window Fig 16 One min...

Page 14: ...l you off balance or spring back Do not use the pole chain saw to cut vines and or small underbrush mWARNING Do not let familiarity with this type of tool prevent you from taking all necessary precautions Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury mWARNING Do not cut trees near electrical wires mWARNING Kickback may occur when the moving chain contacts an...

Page 15: ...sed the nut may need tightening mWARNING Failure to lock the telescopic pole cam lock as directed could result in personal injury Tightening the Bolt The retaining bolt may need tightening to secure the telescopic pole in place 1 Unclip the cam lock Using a 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 lo...

Page 16: ...mage to the bar chain or unit can result PUSH and PULL This reaction force is always opposite to the direction the chain is moving when it is in contact with the wood Thus the operator must be ready to control the PULL when cutting on the bottom edge of the bar and PUSH when cutting along the top edge Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut Pruning Pruning is the process of trimming l...

Page 17: ...e several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury Take the following precautions to minimize kickback Before you start the unit make sure the pole chain saw is not contacting any object Always grip the pole and handle firmly with both hands when the unit is running Place one hand on the pole and your other hand on the molded handle with your thumbs and fingers encircling the p...

Page 18: ...formance Sun Joe recommends model 24V CSSHRP LTE Cordless Chain Saw Sharpener available on sunjoe com by phone at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 Fig 29 mWARNING To ensure that the chain saw works safely and efficiently it is essential that the cutting components are well sharpened It is highly recommended to replace the chain once it loses its ability to cut cleanly and safely It is possible however...

Page 19: ... 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 cracked or broken rails spread rails Turn the saw over check the underside of the guide bar and make sure that the lubrication holes and chain groove are free from impurities Y...

Page 20: ...oleum 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 pole chain saw When not in use your cordless pole chain saw should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked up place out of the reach of children Battery Caution Disposal Information Always dispose of your battery pack according...

Page 21: ...ent from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips Most difficulties are easy to fix Consult the troubleshooting table for common problems and their solutions If you continue to experience problems or need repairs beyond these minor adjustments please call 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 for assistanc...

Page 22: ...PC 2 hours Battery Run Time Max 13 min iONMAX 40 V Lithium Ion Battery Dual Port Charger iBAT40 LTE iCHRG40 DPC Model Accessories Item 1 2 3 4 5 7 iONMAX 40 V 2 5 Ah Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charge Time Max iCHRG40 2 hours iCHRG40 DPC 2 5 hours Battery Run Time Max 15 min iBAT40 LT iONMAX 40 V 4 0 Ah Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charge Time Max iCHRG40 3 hours iCHRG40 DPC 3 5 hours Battery Run T...

Page 23: ... the owner s manual Snow Joe Sun Joe will not be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized warranty repairs This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred by the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non use of this product while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this warranty Wearing parts like belts augers chai...

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