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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
18 inch Electric Chain Saw
Model # PS8218
Item#M1L-KW18-455
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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 18 inch Electric Chain Saw Model # PS8218 Item#M1L-KW18-455 Have product questions or need technical support? Please scan the QR code to enter our official website and contact us! Website: www.powersmartusa.com Toll free: 1-800-791-9458 M-F 9-5 EST Website...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Knowing your chain saw….……. ..……………………………………… 11 Assembly instructions…………………………………………………… Operation……….…………………………………………………..... 13 Maintenance.……………………………………………………………… 17 Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………. Exploded view & parts list……………………………………………… Warranty statement………………………………………………………… 24 TECHNICAL DATA 18inch Electric Chain Saw Model#PS8218 Voltage: 120V~60Hz Amps: Bar length: 18” Max cutting length: 18 in. Chain pitch: 3/8 in. -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION ® Thank You for Purchasing a PowerSmart Product. This manual provides information regarding the safe operation and maintenance of this product. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the ® information in this manual. PowerSmart reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice. -
Page 5: General Safety Procedures
GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your electric chain saw works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. - Page 6 CAUTION: In all cases, make certain the outlet in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure if it is, have a licensed electrician check the outlet. WARNING: Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. Guidelines for using extension cords Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
- Page 7 Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
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Page 8: Specific Safety Rules For Chain Saw
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR CHAIN SAW WARNING: Do not operate your chain saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the chain saw is operating. Before you start ... -
Page 9: Symbols
Maintain a firm grip with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles, with both hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator , if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the chain saw. Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. - Page 10 SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Wet conditions alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. Contact of the guide bar tip with any object should be avoided! Tip Avoid bar nose contact may cause the guide bar to move suddenly upward and contact backward, which may cause serious injury! Failure to keep your hands away from the saw will result in serious...
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Page 11: Knowing Your Chain Saw
KNOWING YOUR CHAIN SAW Please use the illustration below to familiarize yourself with the location and function of the components that control of your chain saw. Fig.1 1 Guide bar Trigger switch 11 Guide bar cover 2 Saw chain Oil inspection window 12 Lock-off button 3 Chain brake Side cover... -
Page 12: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Do not use this product if any parts on the packing list are already assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury. -
Page 13: Operation
To fill the oil, perform the following steps: 1. Place the chain saw on a firm, flat surface so that the oil tank cap is on top. 2. Clean the dust from the oil tank cap and the surroundings. 3. Unscrew the oil tank cap and add oil up to the lower edge of the filler neck. 4. - Page 14 SETTING THE CHAIN BRAKE Your chain saw is equipped with a motor chain braking system which will stop the chain quickly in case of kickback. After unpacking the chain saw, check the position of the chain brake. The chain saw will not run with the chain brake engaged. Pull the chain brake back towards the front handle before operation.
- Page 15 Cutting logs, branches, etc. When cutting timber with the chain saw, the left arm should be kept almost straight. Guide the saw so that no part of your body extends beyond the imaginary line «X» drawn through the guide bar. Press the spiked stop on the saw against the timber and only then start cutting holding the tool by the handle and raising the switch handle (See fig.5).
- Page 16 To fell a tree WARNING: A tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled. Before commencing to cut down a tree,you must be clear where you want it to fall and be sure that there is nothing in the way.such as power lines or a building that could be damaged when the tree falls.
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Page 17: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE WARNING: In order to avoid personal injury and the risk of fire and electric shock, unplug chain saw for power source before adjusting, inspecting, or cleaning the chain saw. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage. - Page 18 REPLACING THE BAR AND CHAIN WARNING: To avoid possible serious injury, stop the motor and disconnect from power supply before replacing the bar, chain, or performing any maintenance operation. CAUTION: Always wear gloves when handling the bar and chain; these components are sharp and may contain burrs.
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING The following form lists the common operating system with problem and solutions. Please read the form carefully and follow it. PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION · Plug in the saw. · Saw is not plugged in. · Cord is damaged or severed. ·... - Page 20 PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION · Readjust the chain tension, following the · Insufficient chain tension. section: "CHAIN TENSION". · Reinstall the saw chain, following the section: Chain saw does · Dull chain. "REPLACING THE BAR AND CHAIN". · Replace the chain, following the section: not cut properly.
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Page 21: Exploded View & Parts List
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST... - Page 22 Item Stock# Description Qty. Item Stock# Description Qty. PS8218-001 Screw PS8218-031 Brush carrier PS8218-002 Tension disc PS8218-032 Carbon brush PS8218-003 Sheath PS8218-033 Coil spring PS8218-004 Power cord PS8218-034 Rear motor cover PS8218-005 Wiring terminal PS8218-035 Screw PS8218-006 Lead wire PS8218-036...
- Page 23 Item Stock# Description Qty. Item Stock# Description Qty. PS8218-061 Oil inlet tube PS8218-076 Screw PS8218-062 Spring PS8218-077 Screw PS8218-063 Oil pump assy PS8218-078 Screw PS8218-064 Oil outlet tube PS8218-079 Adjustment PS8218-065 Oil nozzle PS8218-080 subassembly PS8218-066 O-ring PS8218-081 Chain PS8218-067...
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Page 24: Warranty Statement
(2) years from date of purchase. Ninety (90) days for all Power Smart Products, if the tool is used for professional or commercial use. SELLER’S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Two (2) Years Limited...
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