Operation - Victor Tools 10068 Instructions Manual

INSTALLING THE FRONT HANDLE:
Install the front handle so that the short
side of the handle is on the same side as the
motor.
• Disconnect the Grip Saw from the power
supply.
• Rotate the front handle knob anti-clockwise
to remove. Set knob and washer aside.
• Remove the bolt cover and bolt.
• With the jaws of the Grip Saw closed,
install the front handle in the vertical
upright position.
• Reinstall the bolt and bolt cover.
• Reinstall the washer and front handle knob;
rotate knob clockwise to tighten securely.
WARNING: Never position the front handle
so that it is forward of the vertical upright
position. Positioning the handle in this
forward area could cause the operator to lose
control of the Grip Saw and result in serious
personal injury.
ADDING BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICANT:
Use premium 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: The Grip Saw comes from the factory
with no bar and chain oil added. The level
should also be checked after every 20
minutes of use and refilled as neccessary.
• Disconnect from the power supply.
• Remove the oil reservoir cap.
• Carefully pour the bar and chain lubricant
into the tank.
• Wipe off excess lubricant.
• Check and fill the oil tank when quick view oil indicator is below the MIN indicator line.
• Repeat as needed.
NOTE: Do not use dirty, used, or otherwise contaminated lubricants. Damage may occur
to the bar or chain.
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:
This product is designed with a cord retainer
that prevents the extension cord from being
pulled loose while using.
NOTICE:
Always use the cord retainer to properly
attach the extension cord to your Grip Saw.
Failure to use the cord retainer may result in
damage to the item and/or extension cord.
• Form a loop with the end of the extension
cord.
• Insert loop portion of extension cord
through opening in the bottom of the rear handle and place over cord retainer.
• Slowly pull loop against cord retainer until the slack is removed.
• Plug product into extension cord.
NOTE: Failure to remove all excess cord slack from extension cord retainer could result In
plug loosening from receptacle.
Short
Side
Front Handle
Bolt Bolt
Cover
Motor
Washer
Front
Handle
Knob
Do not position handle forward
of the vertical upright position
Oil Reservoir Cap
Chain
Lubricant
Quick View Indicator
Lock-out Button
Switch Trigger
Cord Retainer
To start the motor:
• Connect the Grip Saw to power supply.
• Press the lock-out button and the switch trigger at the same time.
To stop the motor:
• Release the switch trigger.
HOLDING THE GRIP SAW:
The unit has both a front and rear handle.
With the blade directed away from you,
hold the unit by both handles. Wear non-slip
gloves for maximum grip and protection.
WARNING: Always keep both hands on the
handles. Never hold tree limbs with one hand
and operate the Grip Saw with the other.
Improper operation of the Grip Saw could
result in serious injury.
CUTTING TIPS:
• WARNING: If the bar and chain become
jammed, stop the motor, allow the chain
to stop, and disconnect the plug from the
power source before attempting to remove
the obstruction.
• Failure to follow these steps could result
in accidental starting of the Grip Saw and
cause serious personal injury.
• This unit is designed for felling small trees
no taller than you and trimming small
branches and limbs up to 4 inches in
diameter.
For best results, observe the following precautions:
• To prevent electrocution, do not operate within 50ft of overhead electrical lines.
• Keep bystanders and pets at least 50ft away.
• Plan the cut carefully. Be aware of the direction in which the tree or branch will fall.
Branches may fall in unexpected directions. Do not stand directly under the branch
being cut.
• Remove long branches in several stages.
• Cut lower branches first to allow higher branches more room to fall.

OPERATION:

• Do not cut from a ladder, rooftop, or
other unstable support; this is extremely
dangerous. Leave larger cutting operations
for professionals.
• When cutting branches that are lying on
the ground, make sure the location Is
clear of other objects, electric wires, cables
etc. before cutting. Also be aware of the
position of your feet before cutting items
on the ground.
• Pull the front handle back to open the jaws
and "clamp" around the branch you want
to cut.
• Make sure the tool is running at full speed
before attempting to cut
• Allow the chain to cut for you; exert only
slight downward pressure. If you force the
cut, damage to the bar, chain, or motor
may occur.
• Release the trigger as soon as the cut Is completed, them release the jaws.
Correct operating position