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14” (35.6 CM) BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW model number 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 3026035 IMPORTANT: Instruction Read and follow all safety rules and operating Manual instructions before using this product.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218...
Congratulations on your purchase of your new Yardworks tool. It has been designed, engineered ® and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact our Yardworks cus- ® tomer service line at 1.866.523.5218.
model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY moving parts. Damaged or entangled WARNINGS cords increase the risk of electric shock. e) When operating a power tool outdoors, Save all warnings and instructions for use an extension cord suitable for future reference.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 e) Do not overreach. Keep proper e) Maintain power tools. Check for This footing and balance at all times. misalignment or binding of moving enables better control of the power tool in parts, breakage of parts and any other unexpected situations.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 contact with the saw chain. flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, seek additional medical help. 5. Do not operate a chainsaw in a tree. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause Operation of a chainsaw while up in a tree irritation or burns.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 building materials. Use of the chainsaw and maintenance instructions for the for operations different than intended saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge could result in a hazardous situation. height can lead to increased kickback. CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK: SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY PACK...
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Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, s) Recharge only with the charger staples and wire from the tree. specified by Yardworks . Do not ® use any charger other than that 2. Notching undercut...
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 5. Bucking a log should begin to fall. If there is any chance that the tree may not fall in desired direction Bucking is cutting a log into lengths. It is or it may rock back and bind the saw chain, important to make sure your footing is firm and stop cutting before the felling back cut is your weight is evenly distributed on both feet.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 When bucking on a slope always stand on Fig. 4 the uphill side of the log, as illustrated in Figure 6. When “cutting through”, to maintain complete control, release the cutting pressure near the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the chainsaw handles.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 Safety Warnings for Battery Charger Information for radiated emission: This device complies with Canadian ICES-001. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference...
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product effectively and safely. Symbol Designation/Explanation To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual...
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Symbol Designation/Explanation Yardworks has established a partnership with the RBRC ® Corporation to recycle any Yardworks batteries with the ® RBRC-call2recycle seal. For environmental protection, please do not discard batteries in the trash. After the battery’s life cycle is ended, please call 1-800-822-8837 for a free service that will...
model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR ASSEMBLY 1. Unpack all parts carefully. 2. Loosen the 2 nuts; take off the chain cover to expose the bar pad. (see Fig. A1, A2.) 3. Place the chainsaw on a solid, level surface. 4.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 5. Fit the hain onto the drive sprocket. Ensure the bar tensioning plate is facing outward. (see Fig. A4, A5.) 6. Ensure all parts are seated properly. Make sure the drive links are fully seated in the drive sprocket (see Fig.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 7. Tension the chain by tightening the chain tensioning screw (15) in clockwise direction using the supplied screwdriver. (see Fig. A8.) Do not overtighten. 8. Press the chain cover onto the bar pad; screw the 2 nuts onto the guide pins for chain bar to lock the chain cover.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 LUBRICATION NOTE: Chain life and cutting capacity depend on optimum lubrication. Therefore, the chain is automatically oiled during operation. 1. Set chainsaw on any suitable surface with oil filler cap facing upward. 2. Clean area around the oil filler cap with a cloth, and unscrew the cap by turning it counter-clockwise.
model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 BEFORE OPERATION 1. CHARGING YOUR BATTERY PACK NOTE: a) The battery in your new tool is not charged when it leaves the plant; therefore, it must be full charged before using the first time. b) If the battery pack is very hot, remove the battery from the charger and allow it to cool to ambient temperature before attempting to recharge.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 CHARGING INDICATOR This charger is designed to detect some problems that can arise with battery packs. Indicator lights indicate problems (see table below). Light ON/ Flash Status Defective battery. Red on Battery Temperature Protection. The temperature of battery pack is Red flash less than 0...
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 1. SWITCHING ON AND OFF To switch on the tool, first engage the chain brake by pulling the guard toward the auxiliary handle as demonstrated in Fig. D1. The chainsaw guard will move from position 2 to position 1, referenced in Fig.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 How to use Saw Safely 1. Use the chainsaw only with secure footing. 2. Hold the chainsaw at the right-hand side of your body. (see Fig. E.) 3. The chain must be running at full speed before it makes contact with the wood. 4.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 2. THE CHAIN BRAKE (See Fig. G) The chain brake lever is a safety mechanism activated through the front hand guard when kickback occurs. The chain stops immediately. The following function check should be carried out at regular intervals. 1.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 (4) Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet shoulder-width apart. Distribute your weight evenly on both feet. (5) When ready to make a cut, push the lock-out button completely in with the right thumb and squeeze the trigger.
model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 Saw Maintenance Follow maintenance instructions in this manual. Proper cleaning of saw and chain and guide bar maintenance can reduce chances of kickback. Inspect and maintain saw after each use. This will increase the service life of your saw. NOTE: Even with proper sharpening, risk of kickback can increase with each sharpening.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 Bar Maintenance To maximize bar life, the following bar maintenance is recommended. The bar rails that carry the chain should be cleaned before storing the tool or if the bar or chain appear to be dirty. The rails should be cleaned every time the chain is removed.
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model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 Replace the guide bar when the groove is worn, the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when excessive heating or burring of the rails occurs. If replacement is necessary, use only the guide bar specified for your saw in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chainsaw.
model no. 054-5775-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 Remove the battery pack. Disassemble the chainsaw by removing the bar and the chain. Store the chainsaw, the battery pack and the accessories indoors in a cool, dry, clean place which is protected from the effects of weather and temperature and is out of the reach of children and animals.
Chainsaw Applying too much pressure Applying relatively less pressure while operates while cutting cutting. intermittently. Loose connection. Contact Yardworks at 1-866-523-5281. ® Internal wiring defective. Contact Yardworks at 1-866-523-5281. ® On/Off switch defective. Contact Yardworks at 1-866-523-5281.
(365) days from the date of retail purchase. Made in China. Imported by Yardworks Canada Toronto, Canada M4S 2B8 Always remove or disconnect the battery pack before adjusting, cleaning,...
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FCC Part 15 Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Product Description: Charger Model Number: 060-1990-2 Trade Name: YARDWORKS ® This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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14” (35.6 CM) BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW Item # 054-5775-8 I contact us: 1.866.523.5218 OPERATION 1. CHARGING THE BATTERY (SEE FIG. A) CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR ASSEMBLY 1. Loosen the 2 nuts, and take off chain cover. (see Fig. B1 and B2.) 2.
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14” (35.6 CM) BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW Item # 054-5775-8 I contact us: 1.866.523.5218 3. Fit chain into drive sprocket. Bar tensioning plate must face outward. (see Fig. B4.) 4. Ensure all part are seated properly. (see Fig. B6). 5. Tension the chain. Tighten the chain tensioning screw (15) in clockwise direction. Use supplied screwdriver (19).
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14” (35.6 CM) BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW Item # 054-5775-8 I contact us: 1.866.523.5218 TO REMOVE OR INSTALL BATTERY PACK (SEE FIG. C) SWITCHING ON AND OFF 1. Engage chain brake. (See Fig. D1.) 2. First push in lock-off button, then fully press the on/off switch. Lock-off button can then be released.
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14” (35.6 CM) BRUSHLESS CHAINSAW Item # 054-5775-8 I contact us: 1.866.523.5218 THE CHAIN BRAKE (See Fig. E) The chain brake must be activated for the chainsaw to function. The chain brake is a safety mechanism which will immediately stop the chain when kickback occurs. Chain brake can be activated by pushing the safety guard from position 1 to position 2.
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