Black & Decker LPP120B Saw chain sharpness, Saw chain tension, Accessories, Troubleshooting

If you try to cut off thick branches	24
from the bottom, the branch may
close in and pinch the saw chain
in the cut. If you try to cut off thick
branches from the top, without a
shallow undercut, the branch may
splinter figure 24.
Do not force Pole Saw. The motor
will overload and can burn out. It
will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was intended.
3. €Remove Pole Saw from cut while it
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 # 623382-00, Replacement bar # 623381-00 The use of accessories not recommended in this manual may be hazardous.

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
			Battery not
			charged.		requirements.
		• Lock-out button not •			Pull back on lock button/
		•	actuated.	•	actuate trigger.
			Pole connections		Refer to instruction manual
			not properly		for pole connections.
			tightened.
•	Unit will not	•	Battery not inserted •		Insert battery into charger
	charge.		into charger.		until green LED appears.
					Charge up to 8 hours if
		•	Chain too tight.		battery totally drained.
•	Bar / chain			•	Refer to section on
	overheated.	•	Lubrication	•	adjusting chain tension.
			needed.		Refer to sections for chain
					oiling application.
•	Chain is	•	Chain tension set	•	Refer to section for chain
	loose.		incorrectly.		tensioning.

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