CORDLESS PRUNING SAW 24V MAX* | 2.0 Ah | 5-INCH OPERATOR’S MANUAL Model 24V-HCS-LTE-RM A Division of Snow Joe, LLC Form No. SJ-24V-HCS-LTE-RM-880E-M-V1 IMPORTANT! Work Area Safety Safety Instructions 1. Keep work area clean and well lit – Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
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picking up or carrying the tool – Carrying power tools 8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
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Safety Instructions for Causes and operator prevention of kickback Pruning Saws Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and pinches General Pruning Saw Safety Warnings the saw chain in the cut. •...
Battery & Charger • Please note the warning symbols. They mark all those instructions which are important for safety reasons. Safety Instructions Observe these instructions as failure to do so could result in serious injury! We pay a great deal of attention to the design of every battery •...
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® ® even if the housing of the battery pack appears to be 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for assistance. undamaged. The battery cells inside the battery may have • Battery chemicals cause serious burns – Never let a suffered serious damage. In such instances, please read damaged battery pack contact the skin, eyes or mouth.
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® ® 5. Do not keep the battery charger in places where the customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE temperature is liable to reach over 105°F (40.5°C). In (1-866-766-9563). particular, do not leave the battery charger in a car that is 3.
Safety Symbols The following table depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbols Descriptions Symbols Descriptions READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) – Read, understand SAFETY ALERT –...
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Know Your Cordless Pruning Saw Read the owner’s manual and safety instructions carefully before operating cordless pruning saw. Compare the illustration below to the cordless pruning saw in order to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
+ Sun Joe customer service center at ® ® Charger Operation 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563). NOTE: Do not discard the shipping carton and packaging material until you are ready to use your new cordless WARNING! Charge only 24V iON+ lithium-ion battery pruning saw. The packaging is made of recyclable pack with its compatible 24V iON+ lithium-ion charger.
• Use the battery indicator lights to determine when to charge WARNING! This charger does not automatically your iON+ 24VBAT-LTE lithium-iON battery pack. turn off when the battery is fully charged. Please take care • You can "top-off" your battery pack's charge before starting not to leave the battery plugged into the charger.
Adjusting the Chain Tension 3. Retighten the end cover knob. Using a screwdriver, run the chain along the guide bar to check that it moves smoothly. WARNING! Use protective gloves when handling the bar and chain. Chain Lubricant 1. Make sure the pruning saw is shut off and the battery is IMPORTANT! Only use a good quality bar and chain oil removed.
A good, firm grip on the tool will help you maintain control. Maintain a firm grip by place your hand on the handle with Fig. 8 thumb and fingers encircling the grip. A firm grip combined with proper positioning of the saw will help you maintain control of the saw.
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® + Sun Joe customer service center at ® 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for assistance; – When the machine is not in use. IMPORTANT! Always remember that an incorrectly used pruning saw may disturb others and have a serious impact on the environment.
Snow Joe + Sun Joe customer service center ® ® at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for all maintenance operations not foreseen in this manual. Any operation performed in an unauthorized service center or by unqualified personnel will completely invalidate the warranty. WARNING! For your safety and that of others: •...
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2. Remove the cutting bar and chain from the mounting Fig. 14 surface (Fig. 12). Fig. 12 Mounting surface Guide bar Cutting chain Loop 3. Remove the old chain from the bar. 4. Lay out the new saw chain in a loop and straighten 6.
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Snow Joe + Sun Joe dealer or call the Snow Joe ® ® ® Sun Joe customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE ® (1-866-766-9563). Sharpening is necessary when: • The sawdust looks like dust; Inspection tool Depth • Cutting becomes more difficult;...
• Check the chain tension. to experience problems or need repairs beyond these minor • Check the chain teeth for sharpness. adjustments, please call 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) NOTE: If you notice anything unusual, such as a vibration or for assistance. odd sound, shut the saw OFF immediately. Remove the battery...
If your Sun Joe 24V-HCS-LTE-RM cordless pruning saw ® the saw’s operation, DO NOT USE the tool. Instead, have requires service or maintenance, please call 1-866-SNOWJOE it serviced at an authorized Snow Joe + Sun Joe ® ®...
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Optional Accessories WARNING! ALWAYS use only authorized Snow Joe + Sun Joe replacement parts and accessories. NEVER use ® ® replacement parts or accessories that are not intended for use with this saw. Contact Snow Joe + Sun Joe if you are unsure ®...
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® changes. Accessories can be ordered online at sunjoe.com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe + Sun Joe customer ® ® service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563). Chain Maintenance Table File Diameter Drive Links Chain Pitch Chain Gauge inches...
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We’re here to help Monday through Friday from 9AM to 7PM EST of purchase. and Saturday and Sunday 9AM to 4PM. You can reach us at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1 866-766-9563), online at snowjoe.com, via email at EXCLUSIONS: help@snowjoe.com or tweet us @snowjoe.