Page 1: Table Of Contents
10. Technical data ························40 ● Keep this manual and the powerhead manual in a How to Contact Honda ···················41 readily accessible location. Distributor's Limited Warranty ··········42 PRODUCT REGISTRATION ············43 Copyright (C) 2015 NIKKARI Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved...
Page 2: Important Information
Important Information Intended Purpose This product (hereinafter referred to as an attachment) is designed to be attached to an approved powerhead (to be purchased separately) for cutting or pruning trees or branches. (Refer to page 20 for approved powerheads.) Do not use the pole pruner for any other purpose or in any other way. Powerhead (Separately sold) Attachment Pole pruner...
Page 3 Important Cautions for Safe Work ● NIKKARI Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as NIKKARI) cannot foresee all the risks in handling the pole pruner. Therefore, also give consideration to general safety measures not stated in this manual and powerhead manual to prevent injuries when handling the pole pruner.
Page 4: Safety
1. Safety California Proposition 65 This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 1.1 Warnings For appropriate use of the pole pruner, follow the instructions in this manual. Warning labels are attached to places where there are potential risks or in the periphery.
Page 5 1.1.2 Warning Labels  Cautions for Handling (a) This pole pruner is provided with warning labels to indicate important cautions. Understand the meanings of the warning labels thoroughly to work in a safe environment. (b) Do not operate the pole pruner until you have a good understanding of the meanings of the warning labels.
Page 6: General Precautions
1.2 General Precautions 1.2.1 Overall Precautions When handling the pole pruner, follow the precautions of the powerhead manual in addition to the following precautions. Do not use the pole pruner for dead branches suspended in tree. * Otherwise, falling branches could cause unexpected injury. Do not use the pole pruner when tired, ill, or after consuming alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Page 7 1.2.2 Precautions for Clothing Wear a hard hat when using or transporting the pole pruner. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when using the pole pruner. For details about protective clothing refer to “1.4 Protective Equipment”. Wear goggles meeting the requirements of ANSI Z87.1 when using the pole pruner.
Page 8 Note ● If the edge of the saw chain is blunt or damaged, do not operate the pole pruner. Otherwise, it could cause damage to the engine and machine due to overloading. 1.2.4 Precautions at Start of Operation pole pruner must only be started and operated by one person.
Page 9 Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a clear, odorless gas that can injure or kill you. Only use in well ventilated locations. Always concentrate on your work when using the pole pruner. If you need to do other work or talk to others, stop the engine first. * Failure to properly concentrate could result in mishandling and resultant injury. Always use the harness when operating the pole pruner.
Page 10 1.2.6 Precautions for Maintenance Do not replace parts with inappropriate parts. * Failure to observe the instruction could cause the product not to perform as intended and cause injury due to deterioration of safety. Before performing maintenance, repair or cleaning, stop the engine and remove the attachment from the powerhead.
Page 11 1.2.8 Precautions for Storing When storing the attachment with the hook of the pipe cap attached to the pipe, etc., do not pull or swing the attachment. When storing the pole pruner attachment, install the transportation guard on the saw chain and place it out of the reach of children. 1.2.9 Precautions for Handling Chain Oil Note ●...
Page 12: Safety Devices And Protective Guard
1.3 Safety Devices and Protective Guard 1.3.1 Safety Devices (Stop Devices) To stop the pole pruner in case of an abnormality, use the stop device on the powerhead to stop the saw chain rotation. Refer to the powerhead manual for details. 1.3.2 Safety Devices (Quick Release) In case of an abnormality, the pole pruner can be released from the harness by using the quick release device.
Page 13: Protective Equipment
1.4 Protective Equipment When using the pole pruner for pruning or cutting, it is recommended to wear the following protective equipment. (a) Hard hat Hard hat (b) Working wear (long sleeve jackets and protective Goggles pants or chaps for operating chain saw) Ear protection (c) Protective shoes (or sturdy boots with nonslip sole) Face shield...
Page 14: Outline
2. Outline 2.1 Name of Parts and Their Functions The pole pruner is a device with the attachment installed to the powerhead (separately sold). The following is the structure of the attachment and name and function of each part. Note ●...
Page 15: Specification
2.2 Specification ■ Standard Specification item Specification Engine Refer to your powerhead manual. Saw chain JLA1-13-45 (a part packed together) Oregon : 91VXL-45E, 91PX-45E (for repair) Pitch : 3/8 inch Gauge : 0.050 inch. Links : 45 Guide bar 12 inches Weight of Split Attachment 3.5 (1.6) Ibs (kg) (excluding saw chain, guide bar, and transportation guard) 0.050”...
Page 16: Position Of Model And Serial No
2.4 Position of Model and Serial No. Check the model code of your attachment on the nameplate attached to the machine shaft. Record serial No. (See “9. Servicing”). You will need this model code and serial No. when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries.
Page 17: Installation
3. Installation Before installing or removing any attachment or part, stop the engine and, if attached, let the saw blade come to a complete stop. * If the engine starts during the work, hands or fingers could be severed by the moving parts or saw chain. 3.1 Installation and Removal of Saw Chain/Guide Bar Wear heavy-duty gloves when handling the saw chain. * Otherwise, hands or fingers could be severed by the saw chain.
Page 18 Remove the guide bar [7] and saw chain [6] from the transmission case. 3.1.2 Installation Install the saw chain [6] to the guide bar [7]. Set the saw chain in the appropriate position, and install it with the tensioning hole and tensioning pin aligned, and then set the saw chain into the drive sprocket.
Page 19 While lifting the guide bar upward, apply tension to the saw chain with the tensioning bolt [3] so that the slack amount in the center of the guide bar becomes 1/8 in (3.2 mm.) While lifting the guide bar, tighten the guide bar nut [1] with a tool.
Page 20: Installation Method
3.2 Installation Method 3.2.1 Combination with Powerhead Do not install any unapproved powerhead and extension pipe to the attachment. * The attachment could separate from the powerhead, causing severe injury. The attachment can be installed only to our approved equipment (shown below). Manufacturer Approved Powerheads Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Page 21 Make sure that the positioning knob [5] is lowered to the locked position as shown, and then tighten the knob bolt [1] of the powerhead connections. 3.2.3 Removing Loosen the knob bolt [1] of powerhead connections. Lift the positioning knob [5], and turn it 90°, either clockwise or counterclockwise.
Page 22: Operation
4. Operation 4.1 Transporting Method When transporting the pole pruner, wear appropriate clothes and personal protective equipment. * Otherwise, it could cause injury. Before transporting the pole pruner, stop the engine, and ensure the saw chain has stopped. Install the transportation guard to the saw chain. Remove obstacles, and watch your step when transporting the pole pruner.
Page 23: Pre-Operation Check
4.2 Pre-operation Check Make sure that the pole pruner is operated normally or there is not any part missing or damaged before starting the operation. Before operating the pole pruner, check the following: (a) If any part is damaged or worn out, replace before using. Contact your service dealer for a replacement part.
Page 24: Sspp 4.3 Start And Stop
4.3 Start and Stop The pole pruner is operated by the powerhead. Refer to the powerhead manual. 4.3.1 Start pole pruner must only be started and operated by one person. * Operation by more than one person increases the likelihood of mishandling and resulting injury.
Page 25 ● Do not allow the saw chain to contact foreign objects such as soil and sand. Do not cut a root of a tree which soil or sand is attached. ● Divide working sections and perform cutting for each section. ●...
Page 26: Pruning Operation
4.5 Pruning Operation Do not allow children or animals to enter the working range of the pole pruner within 50 ft (15 m). pole pruner must only be started and operated by one person. * Operation by more than one person increases the likelihood of mishandling and resulting injury.
Page 27: Actions After Operation
■ Operating Method ● When starting the operation or during the operation, check periodically if the chain oil is discharged. * Follow "5.1.4 Discharging Check and Adjustment of Bar and Chain Oil". ● Adjust the discharge amount of the chain oil. * Follow "5.1.4 Discharging Check and Adjustment of Bar and Chain Oil”.
Page 28: Maintenance
5. Maintenance Do not perform any maintenance or repair other than those described in the instruction manual. Other maintenance or repairs should be performed by your servicing dealer. Before performing maintenance, repair or cleaning, stop the engine and remove the attachment from the powerhead. * If the engine starts during the work, hands or fingers could be severed by the moving parts or saw chain, resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 29 5.1 Before/During Operation or When Refueling 5.1.1 Check and Add Bar and Chain Oil Wear condition or durability of the saw chain and guide bar highly depends on the quality of the chain oil. Be sure to use exclusive chain oil specifically designed for chain saw bar and chains such as “Oregon Bar and Chain Oil or equivalent”. Note ●...
Page 30 ■ Sharpening the Cutter Make sure that the saw chain is appropriately installed Upper blade to the guide bar before sharpening. (Refer to "3.1 Installation and Removal of Saw Chain/ Side blade Guide Bar.") Depth gauge Note Rivet hole ● Use a round file for sharpening (attached) of φ5/32 in (4 mm.) Follow the procedure below for sharpening.
Page 31 ■ Depth Gauge Adjustment Make sure that the saw chain is appropriately installed Upper blade to the guide bar before adjustment. Side blade (Refer to "3.1 Installation and Removal of Saw Chain/ Depth gauge Guide Bar.") Rivet hole Note ● It is recommended to use depth gauge tool (separately sold) for easy checking and adjustment of the height.
Page 32 5.1.4 Discharging Check and Adjustment of Bar and Chain Oil When starting the operation, check if the chain oil is discharged. Direct the tip of the guide bar towards a tree or stub of light color while keeping a distance of 8 in (20 cm), and operate it with 3/4 throttle opened for approx.
Page 33: Before/During Operation Or When Refueling
5.2 Before Operation 5.2.1 Greasing the Guide Bar Note ● Clean the gauge (groove) of the guide bar. If they are not cleaned, dust, wood sap, or chain oil becomes hardened, which causes the pole pruner to be unmovable for the next operation. Sprocket nose type guide bar requires grease for the bearing at the tip of the sprocket.
Page 34: After Operation
5.3 After Operation 5.3.1 Cleaning and Check of Guide Bar Remove the guide bar from the pole pruner. Refer to "3.1 Installation and Removal of Saw Chain/Guide Bar." Remove the chips , dust, etc. accumulated in the hole of the chain oil with a thin bar.
Page 35: Every 20 Hours
5.4 Every 20 hours 5.4.1 Greasing the Transmission Case Apply grease from the grease nipple [1]. Note ● Use lithium system grease #2 or NLGI Grade-2 Lithium Based Grease for greasing. 5.5 As Necessary 5.5.1 Replacement of Cap Push the hole [1] with a thin rod to pull out the cap.
Page 36: Storing
6. Storing Wear heavy-duty gloves when handling the saw chain. * Otherwise, hands or fingers could be severed by the saw chain. When storing the attachment with the hook of the pipe cap attached to the pipe, etc., do not pull or swing the attachment. When storing the pole pruner attachment, install the transportation guard on the saw chain and place it out of the reach of children.
Page 37: Waste Disposal
Insert the pipe cap [4] into the shaft tube [3]. Remove the saw chain and guide bar, and then clean the guide bar. Wipe off the dirt with a cloth, etc. Refer to "5.3.1 Cleaning and Check of Guide Bar" for details. Note ●...
Page 38: Troubleshooting
8. Troubleshooting In case of failure, follow the table below. When troubleshooting, stop the engine and then remove the attachment from the powerhead. * If the engine starts during the work, hands or fingers could be severed by the moving parts or saw chain. Situation Possible Cause Correction Output is not Throttle cable adjustment is Refer to the powerhead manual.
Page 39: Servicing
9. Servicing For repair, handling method or cleaning, contact your servicing dealer. ■ When Requesting Repair If there is any problem, try finding the cause and take measures according to “8. Troubleshooting”. If it does not solve the trouble, contact your servicing dealer. ■ Contact for Repair Contact your servicing dealer for repair. Record serial No. (See “2.4 Position of Model and Serial No.”) in the space below. You will need this model code and serial No.
Page 40: Technical Data
10. Technical data Model SSPP Powerhead UMC425A UMC435A Handle LOOP LOOP Mass lbs (kg) 3.5 (1.6) (without cutting attachment , guard and powerhead) Length in (mm) 30.9 (785) (without cutting attachment , guard and powerhead) 30.9 x 3.3 x 5.5...
Page 41: How To Contact Honda
How to Contact Honda Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer any question you may have. If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help.
Page 42: Distributor's Limited Warranty
To Obtain Warranty Service: You must, at your expense, take the Nikkari attachment and proof of purchase to any Honda Power Equipment dealer in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who is authorized to sell and/or service that product, during the dealer’s normal business hours. To locate a dealer near you, visit our web site at http://PowerEquipment.Honda.com and click on Find a Dealer.
Page 43: Product Registration
PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing Honda. To ensure you receive important service information in the event of a product update or recall, please register your pole pruner within 30 days of purchase. From time to time, American Honda conducts sales promotion that require you to register your pole pruner within 30 days of purchase.
Page 44 1. Go to www.PowerEquipment.Honda.com to register your unit. 2. Click on Product Registration. 3. Complete the required information and click Submit. It's that simple! NO POSTAGE Product Registration NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO.

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