Snow Joe iON16CS 40-Volt Cordless 16-Inch Chain Saw w/ Brushless Motor - Manual (Page 10)

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Adjusting the Chain Tension
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WARNING! Before performing any checks,
adjustments, repairs or maintenance on the machine, make
sure the battery is not inserted in its housing.
1. Loosen the chain tension adjustment knob (Fig. 5).
2. Turn the ring nut to obtain the desired chain tension level
(Fig. 5).
3. Raise the guide bar and tighten the chain tension
adjustment knob securely (Fig. 6).
The tension is correct when the drive links do not slip out of
the chain guides if you hold the chain in the middle of the
guide bar (Fig. 7).
Loosen the brake by pressing both the switch and the safety
button. Using a screwdriver, run the chain along the guides to
check that it moves smoothly.
Checking the Chain Brake
This machine is equipped with a double braking system that
intervenes in two situations:
1. When the switch lever is released, a brake is automatically
activated that slows and stops chain movement. This
is intended to prevent the risk of injury should the chain
continue to turn after the chain saw has been switched
off.
2. The brake will also engage in the event of a kickback while
working, following an irregular contact of the tip of the
guide bar and when an abrupt upward movement causes
the operator's hand to strike the front guard. In this case,
the brake blocks chain movement and must be released
manually in order to disengage it.
This brake can be operated manually by pushing the front
guard forward. To release the brake, pull the front guard
towards the hand grip until you hear a click.
To check that the brake works efficiently, proceed as
follows:
– Start the motor by holding the front hand grip and
push the front hand guard forward with your thumb
(towards the guide bar).
– When the brake is engaged, release the trigger
switch.
The chain must stop as soon as the brake is engaged.
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WARNING! Do not use the machine if the chain brake
does not function correctly and have the machine inspected by
an authorized Snow Joe ® + Sun Joe ® dealer.
Chain Lubricant
IMPORTANT! Only use a good quality bar and chain oil
designed specifically for use with chain saws to ensure optimal
lubrication of the cutting parts. Do not use oil containing
impurities to avoid clogging the tank filter and permanently
damaging the oiler.
IMPORTANT! The chain lubricating oil is bio-degradable. The
use of mineral oil or engine oil can have a serious impact on
the environment. It is essential that you use good quality oil to
lubricate the cutting parts effectively. Used or poor quality oil
does not guarantee good lubrication and reduces the lifespan
of the chain and bar.
IMPORTANT! Before each machine use, the oil level should
be checked and topped up to 1 cm from the rim of the
filler. To fill the oil tank, remove the oil tank cap and add the
recommended bar and chain oil. The oil level must not drop
below the "MIN" level mark, as indicated on the oil level
window (Fig. 8).
Fig. 7
MIN
Fig. 8
Oil level
window