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Translation of the original user guide POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B Operating instructions 11/2019 READ THE USER GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE USE...
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ........................5 2. SAFETY ........................... 6 2.1. INTENDED USAGE .......................... 2.2. GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR THE TOOL ................ 2.2.1. WORK AREA SAFETY ........................2.2.2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY ........................2.2.3. PERSONAL SAFETY .........................
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POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B 6.1. THE FOUR BASIC RULES ......................6.2. MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY ...................... 6.3. REPLACING THE CHAIN AND THE CHAIN GUIDE ..............6.4. AUTOMATIC CHAIN TENSIONING ....................6.5. CHAIN LUBRICATION ........................6.5.1. FILLING THE CHAIN OIL RESERVOIR ....................
51_148662-B 1. INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing your Pole chainsaw Selion T175-225 / T220-300. Correctly used and maintained, this tool will give a satisfactory performance for many years. Warning Your device contains numerous recoverable or recyclable materials. Return it to your dealer or, failing this, to an approved servicing centre to be treated.
2. SAFETY 2.1. INTENDED USAGE • The Pole chainsaw Selion T175-225 / T220-300 is intended for cutting only wood and branches up to a diameter corresponding to the length of the chainsaw guide bar. • The Pole chainsaw Selion T175-225 / T220-300 must be used at ground level or from a suitable platform that is completely stable and secure.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B Note The term “residual current device (RCD)” can be replaced by the term “ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)” or “earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB)”. 2.2.3. PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the chain guide up and back towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the chain guide may push the chain guide rapidly back towards the operator.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B 2.6. STICKERS LwA sound power level guaranteed Chain guide size (useful cutting length) Read the user guide Safety goggles, hearing protection and a protective helmet must be worn It is mandatory to wear gloves...
• Risk of cuts due to contact with the moving chain • Risk of cuts due to unexpected and sudden movement of the guide bar • Risk of cutting or piercing injuries related to the projection of parts of the Pole chainsaw Selion T175-225 / T220-300 •...
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B 4. COMMISSIONING Caution To ensure the proper functioning of the tool, all commissioning procedures must be carried out before using it for the first time. 4.1. PREPARATION OF THE CHAINSAW HEAD The chain guide and the chain are delivered unassem- bled.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B The chain guide and the chain are delivered unassem- bled. Assemble the chain guide and the chain. Position the chain guide (13) in its place. Push the chain guide (13) towards the sprocket wheel to engage the lock.
Check the oil level every hour and top it up if nec- essary. Note PELLENC recommends using a biodegradable chain oil that complies with the RAL-UZ-48 standard (ref. 85920, otherwise any oil that complies with the RAL-UZ-48 standard) Consumables sold separately.
It is imperative to carry out this forced lubrication cycle before first use of the Pole chainsaw Selion T175-225 / T220-300. Press and hold the triggers (4) and (7). Set the battery switch to “1”.
Refer to the illustration opposite. Take hold of the tool by the handle (5) and the pole (1) and check that nothing is touching the chain (14). The Pole chainsaw Selion T175-225 / T220-300 is in its “start-up” position. Note The light (3) on the handle indicates that the tool is powered on.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B • Release the pole locking nut (15). • Adjust the pole to the desired length. Important Keep the chainsaw head aligned with the handle. • Tighten the pole locking nut (15). 5.3. START-UP Caution Always start the motor before bringing the chainsaw into contact with the wood.
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(see Section 6.4, “Automatic chain tensioning”) Remove the chain guide protector. Set the Pellenc tool battery On/Off switch to the On position “I”. The tool is now powered up and ready to operate. Press and hold the safety trigger (4) while holding the chainsaw by the upper handle.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B 6. MAINTENANCE 6.1. THE FOUR BASIC RULES Caution Before working on the tool, check that the On / Off switch is in the off position «0» and disconnect the battery power lead. • Rule No. 1: The chain must be correctly tensioned.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B • Rule No. 4: The depth limiters must be correctly adjusted. The depth limiters must be correctly adjusted and of the right shape to ensure good performance and safe- Refer to procedure Section 6.7, “Adjusting the depth limiters”...
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POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B...
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B Caution Never use a chain or a guide other than those specified by PELLENC, otherwise there is a risk of personal injury. 6.4. AUTOMATIC CHAIN TENSIONING Important Check and adjust the tension of the chain:...
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POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B • prior to each use. • frequently Caution Before working on the tool, check that the On / Off switch is in the off position «0» and disconnect the battery power lead. •...
Check the oil level every hour and top it up if necessary. Note PELLENC recommends using a biodegradable chain oil that complies with the RAL-UZ-48 standard (ref. 116688, otherwise any oil that complies with the RAL-UZ-48 standard) Consumables sold separately.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B Warning Never use dirty or used oil. The oil reservoir is equipped with a strainer. If the oil does not reach the saw head, return the tool to your authorized distributor so that he can clean the strainer.
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POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B «0» and disconnect the battery power lead. Set the battery switch to "0" and disconnect the con- nector. As shown on the diagram, place a file holder on the top platen and the depth limiter of the cutter.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B If the side platen or the top platen is damaged, file until this part is removed. All the gouges must be same length. Important After sharpening the cutters, check the depth limiters again. To do this follow the procedure Section 6.7, “Adjusting the depth limiters”.
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POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B Use a depth gage corresponding to the type of chain to be sharpened. Place the depth gauge on the gouge. If the depth limiter goes beyond, file it to the level of the depth gage using a flat file.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B After reducing the height of the depth limiters, round off the angle to maintain the original shape of the depth limiters. Note On chains with drive links equipped with anti-kick- back guards, it may be necessary to take the chain out of the guide in order to file the depth limiters correctly.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B Set the battery switch to "0" and disconnect the connector. 6.10. CLEANING THE CHAIN GUIDE Set the battery switch to "0" and disconnect the con- nector. Remove the chain guide (13) and the chain (14).
If none of these procedures succeeds in resolving the problem, contact a certified distributor or after-sales ser- vice PELLENC SAS. The Pole chainsaw Selion T175-225 / T220-300 will not Check the following points: start • Check that the Pole chainsaw Selion T175-225 / T220-300 is correctly connected to the battery.
POLE CHAINSAW SELION T175-225 / T220-300 51_148662-B 8. STORAGE AND TRANSPORT 8.1. CHAIN PROTECTION Fit the guide and chain protection whenever you trans- port, handle and store the chainsaw. Warning Never transport the chainsaw without its protective cover. 8.2. OFF-SEASON STORAGE •...
The warranty is fully integral to the product sold by PELLENC. 10.1.2.1.2. SPARE PARTS The commercial warranty also covers original PELLENCspare parts, excluding labour and to the exclusion of certain...
PELLENC Products are guaranteed under the commercial warranty as from delivery to the customer for a period of two (2) years for products connected to a PELLENC battery, and for a period of one (1) year for other PELLENC products.
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Paid after-sales service also covers original PELLENC spare parts, excluding labour and outside the legal and commercial warranty period. In case of replacement of original PELLENC spare parts in the context of after-sales service, said latter are covered by a warranty of one year as from the installation date.
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