18V POLE CHAIN SAW c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch 1) WORK AREA SAFETY is in the off-position before connecting to power a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying areas invite accidents.
18V POLE CHAIN SAW g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. could give the operator an electric shock. 4. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. in accordance with these instructions, taking into Further protective equipment for head, hands, legs account the working conditions and the work to and feet is recommended.
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18V POLE CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide PACK bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. a) Do not dismantle, open or shred cells or battery Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control pack.
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18V POLE CHAIN SAW q) Retain the original product literature for future and falling in the wrong direction. Do not cut through the reference. hinge. r) Remove the battery from the equipment when not in use. As the felling gets close to the hinge, the tree should s) Dispose of properly.
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18V POLE CHAIN SAW When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill Fig.3 side of the log, as illustrated in Figure 6. When “cutting Fig.3 through”, to maintain complete control release the cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the chain saw handles.
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18V POLE CHAIN SAW 4. Do not use chargers for works other than those for which they are designed. Do not expose to rain 5. Before charging, ensure your charger matches the local AC supply. 6. The charging device must be protected from moisture. Li-Ion battery.
Fig.B1. Pole will slide freely. and battery pack (RW9894 / RW9906) illustrated or Note: Only extend pole to minimum length required to described are not included in RG8356.9 delivery. reach limb that is being cut. •...
18V POLE CHAIN SAW TO ASSEMBLE THE SHOULDER STRAP (SEE FIG B3) LUBRICATION Important: The chain saw is not supplied Your pole hedge trimmer is supplied with a shoulder filled with oil. It is essential to fill with oil strap. before use.
(RW9894 / RW9906) illustrated or described are not full speed. Stop Pole Saw by releasing trigger. Make included in RG8356.9 delivery. sure chain has stopped before setting Pole Saw down. TO REMOVE OR INSTALL BATTERY PACK (See Fig. F1, F2)
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18V POLE CHAIN SAW injury. How to use Saw Safely WARNING: Do not extend arms above 1. Use the chain saw only with secure footing. shoulders when using Pole Saw. 2. Hold the chain saw at the right-hand side of your body (See Fig.
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18V POLE CHAIN SAW alignment or binding of moving parts. Check for When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to restore square broken or damaged parts. Do not use chain saw if edges and sides. damage affects safety or operation. Have damage File Rail Edges repaired by authorized service center.
18V POLE CHAIN SAW TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate correctly. If these do not identify/remedy the problem, contact your service agent. WARNING: Switch off and remove the battery pack before investigating fault. Symptom Possible Cause Remedy...
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