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Portland 64497 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
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any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...

  • Page 3: Safety

    Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3...
  • Page 4 When the tension bar rapidly back towards the operator. in the wood fibres is released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/ or throw the chain saw out of control. Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...
  • Page 5 Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback. SaVE tHESE inStructiOnS. Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5...
  • Page 6 Association, and the National Electrical Code. 2. Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration. (See Outlets for 2-prong plug.) Outlets for 2-prong plug Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...
  • Page 7 Do not cover ventilation ducts. Keep flammable objects away. WARNING marking concerning n 0 xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM) Risk of Electric Shock. Properly connect power cord to appropriate outlet. Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    # of links: 52 note: This electric chain saw is for cutting small logs and for lighter weight trimming jobs. A more powerful chain saw may be needed for heavy duty use. Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...
  • Page 9 ANSI B175.1-1991 when tested on a 2. Switch Lockout – A movable stop that representative sample of chain saws. prevents the unintentional operation of the Trigger until manually activated. Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 9...
  • Page 10 Hex Key Tension above. If needed, repeat the adjusting steps to achieve the correct tension. 6. When adjustment is complete replace the Nut Cover. Figure c: adjusting Saw chain tension Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...
  • Page 11 Saw Chain Tension on page 10. 6. Flip the Chain Guide Bar over before mounting the new Saw Chain. This will ensure that the Chain Guide Bar wears evenly over time. Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11...

  • Page 12: Setup

    Figure E: Escape routes Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples and wire from the tree. Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...
  • Page 13 Limb cut Keep work off ground leave support limbs until log is cut Figure G: tree Limbing Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 13...
  • Page 14 Then make the finished cut by overbucking to meet the first cut. cut overbuck (2/3 diameter) to meet 1 cut (to avoid pinching) cut underbuck (1/3 diameter) to avoid splintering Figure i: Log Supported One End Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...
  • Page 15 Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree. Stand on uphill side when cutting because log may roll Figure K: Bucking a Log Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 15...
  • Page 16 Chain Guide Bar with the Chain Guide Bar Sheath. Store Figure L: Holding the chain Saw the tool indoors out of children’s reach. note: Front Handle Guard not shown. Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...
  • Page 17 Figure M: cleaning and Lubricating Guide Bar Worn Guide Bar 4. Reverse the Guide Bar when replacing the Saw Chain to prevent uneven wear. Figure O: Worn Guide Bar Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17...
  • Page 18 The sawdust becomes powder-like. b. You can’t make the cut without extra force. c. The Chain Saw does not cut straight. d. Vibration increases. Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Deburr Guide Bar as needed. Monthly Maintenance: Clean Chain Oil Tank. if Worn or Damaged: a. Replace Chain Guide Bar if it becomes b. Sharpen or replace Saw Chain. worn, bent or damaged. Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19...

  • Page 20: Parts List And Diagram

    Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Page 20 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...
  • Page 21 Oil Outlet Connection Nut M4 Screw M4 x 10 Stator Housing Bearing Chain Guide Bar Micro Switch Saw Chain Bolt M8 Chain Guide Bar Sheath Circlip Ø 16 Wrench Output Shaft Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 21...
  • Page 22 Diagram Page 22 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 64497...
  • Page 23 Item 64497 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 23...

  • Page 24: Warranty

    Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
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