Snow Joe iON8PS 40-Volt Cordless 8-Inch Pole Chain Saw - Manual (Page 3)

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14. Never operate a damaged machine.
15. Do not overload the machine.
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WARNING!
To reduce the time of exposure to vibration
and noise, it is preferable to use the machine with frequent
breaks and limit the duration of continuous work.
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WARNING! The vibration level during actual use of the
tool can differ depending upon how the tool is used.
After using
1. Always remove the battery from the tool before performing
any checks or maintenance.
2. When carrying the tool, make sure the battery has
been removed from its housing and the guide bar has
completely stopped. Hold the tool by the front handle with
the guide bar (encased in its protective sheath) turned
away from you.
3. Always follow the instructions provided for maintenance.
After each use, check the operation of safety devices,
setting, tension and condition of parts. Replace worn or
damaged parts.
4. Repairs to this cordless pole chain saw should be
performed only by qualified personnel. For safety reasons,
use only original spare parts approved by Snow Joe ® +
Sun Joe ® .
5. Keep the pole chain saw clean and dry. Store it away from
direct sunlight and out of the reach of children.
6. Keep this manual and consult it whenever you use the
machine.
Kickback
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WARNING! Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of
the guide bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in
and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
AVOID CONTACTING THE GUIDE BAR TIP WITH ANY
OBJECT. In some cases, when the tip makes contact with an
object, it may cause a fast reverse reaction, kicking the guide
bar up and back towards the operator. Pinching the saw chain
along the top of the guide bar may also push the guide bar
rapidly back towards the operator. Either of these reactions
may cause you to lose control of the cordless pole chain saw,
which could result in serious personal injury.
• Kickback safety devices on this cordless pole chain saw
include a skip chain and a low kickback guide bar. These
will reduce, but not entirely prevent, kickbacks. Follow the
necessary precautions indicated in this operator's manual
to avoid kickbacks.
• Always use two hands when operating the pole chain saw,
one hand gripping the trigger and the other hand gripping
the pole. Use a firm grip. Thumbs and fingers must wrap
around the trigger and the pole.
• Keep all guards in place on the pole chain saw. Make sure
they are in proper working order.
• Do not overreach or extend arms above shoulder height.
• Keep solid footing and balance at all times.
• Never try cutting through two branches at the same time.
Only cut one at a time.
• Do not bury the guide bar nose or try to cut by boring the
guide bar nose into the wood.
• Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that may pinch
the chain.
• Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut.
• Use the low-kickback chain and guide bar supplied with
this pole chain saw. Only use genuine Snow Joe ® +
Sun Joe ® replacement parts designed specifically for use
with this pole chain saw.
• Never use a dull or loose chain. Keep the chain sharp with
proper tension.
Pole Chain Saw Trimming Precautions
• Never stand directly under the limb you are trimming.
Always position yourself outside the path of falling debris.
• Never stand on a ladder or other type of unstable support
while using the pole chain saw.
• Keep all handles and grip surfaces clean, dry, and free
from oil and grease.
• Always use both hands to operate the pole chain saw.
Keep a firm, steady pressure on the pole chain saw while
cutting, but do not try to cut limbs larger in diameter than
the length of the guide bar.
• Keep other people and pets away from the cutting end of
the pole chain saw and at a safe distance away from the
work area.
• Do not use the pole chain saw near cable, electric power
or telephone lines. Maintain a minimum clearance of
50 ft (15 m) from all power lines.