If you try to cut off thick branches | 24 |
from the bottom, the branch may | |
close in and pinch the saw chain |
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in the cut. If you try to cut off thick |
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branches from the top, without a |
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shallow undercut, the branch may |
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splinter figure 24. |
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Do not force Pole Saw. The motor |
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will overload and can burn out. It |
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will do the job better and safer at |
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the rate for which it was intended. |
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3. €Remove Pole Saw from cut while it |
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is running at full speed. Stop Pole Saw by releasing trigger. Make | |
sure chain has stopped before setting Pole Saw down. | |
Saw chain sharpness
The cutters will dull immediately if they touch the ground or a nail while cutting.
Saw chain tension
This should be done regularly. Refer to page 10 “Adjusting Chain Tension”.
Accessories
Replacement chain and bar are available from your nearest Black & Decker service center.
Replacement chain #
Pole Saw Maintenance Section
Regular maintenance ensures a long effective life for the tool. After every 10 minutes of use be sure to remove the battery (be aware the chain and bar can be hot!) check the bar and chain for correct tension and lubricate per pole saw instruction manual.
Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
Troubleshooting
If your Pole Saw does not operate correctly check the following: | |||||||
Problem | Possible Cause | Possible Solution | |||||
• | Tool will not | • | Battery not | • | Check battery installation. | ||
| start. | • | installed properly. | • | Check battery charging | ||
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| Battery not | |||||
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| charged. |
| requirements. | ||
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| • | Pull back on lock button/ | ||||
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| • | actuated. | • | actuate trigger. | ||
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| Pole connections | Refer to instruction manual | ||||
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| not properly |
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| tightened. |
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• | Unit will not | • | Battery not inserted • | Insert battery into charger | |||
| charge. |
| into charger. |
| until green LED appears. | ||
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| Charge up to 8 hours if | ||
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| • | Chain too tight. |
| battery totally drained. | ||
• | Bar / chain | • | Refer to section on | ||||
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| overheated. | • | Lubrication | • | adjusting chain tension. | ||
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| needed. | Refer to sections for chain | |||
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| oiling application. | ||
• | Chain is | • | Chain tension set | • | Refer to section for chain |
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| loose. |
| incorrectly. |
| tensioning. | ||
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