Cordless Chain Saw 40-Volt | 16-Inch Operator’S Manual
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R CORDLESS CHAIN SAW 40-VOLT | 16-INCH OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC Model iON16CS Form No. SJ-iON16CS-880E-MR1 • sectioning furniture or other materials with nails, screws or IMPORTANT! other metal components; Safety Instructions • butchering meat; • using the machine to lift, move or split objects; All Operators Must Read These • using the machine while fastened to fixed supports. Instructions Before Use Improper use of the machine will invalidate the warranty, relieve the manufacturer from all liabilities, and the user will Read all the instructions contained in this manual. Keep this consequently be liable for all and any damage or injury to manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at himself/herself or others. all times. If you give the equipment to another person, make sure to provide these operating instructions. Basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of General Power Tool fire, electric shock and personal injury. Safety Warnings Notice the personal safety alert symbol m used in this mWARNING! Read all safety warnings and all manual to draw your attention to a WARNING given along instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions with the particular operating instruction. This means that may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. the operation requires special ATTENTION, CAUTION and AWARENESS. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your Know Your Tool and Its Capabilities battery-operated (cordless) power tool. This machine is a battery-powered portable chain saw that is Work area safety designed for residential use. 1. Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered, dark This machine is composed of an electric motor, which drives a areas invite accidents. chain that runs on a bar. 2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, The double braking system stops chain movement when the such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or motor is stopped or in the event of kickbacks while working. dust. Power tools create sparks ,which may ignite the dust or fumes. Intended use 3. Keep children, bystanders and pets a safe distance away from the power tool during operation and as the machine This machine was designed and manufactured for cools. Children must always be supervised to ensure that felling, bucking and delimbing trees or cutting wooden they do not play with the equipment. objects with dimensions suitable for the cutting bar's capabilities. Electrical safety 1. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, Improper use such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is Any other use differing from the above mentioned applications an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed poses a serious hazard to the user and may damage both the or grounded. tool and your personal property. Examples of improper use 2. Do not expose power tools or chargers to rain or wet include, but are not limited to: conditions. Water entering a power tool or charger will • trimming hedges; increase the risk of electric shock. • carving; Personal safety • sectioning pallets, crates and various packing materials; 1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power © 2017 by Snow Joe®, LLC All rights reserved. Original instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, free from oil and grease. Check for misalignment or alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while obstruction of moving parts, breakage of parts and any operating a power tool may result in serious personal other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. injury. If damage is found, have the power tool repaired before 2. Use personal protective equipment suited to your work use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained conditions to help reduce personal injuries. This includes power tools. a dust mask, rubber gloves, non-skid safety shoes, a hard 6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained hat, safety glasses and hearing protection. cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to 3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure that the machine become jammed and are easier to control. is switched off before inserting the battery, picking up 7. Use the power tool and accessories in accordance with or carrying the power tool. Carrying the power tool with these instructions, and be sure to take into account the your finger on the switch or fitting the battery with the working conditions and the work to be performed. Using trigger switch is engaged can cause accidents can cause the power tool for operations other than those intended accidents. could result in a hazardous situation. 4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning on the 8. Moving parts presents risks. Keep your face, hair, clothing, power tool. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating hands and feet away from all moving parts. All guards part of the power tool may result in personal injury. and safety attachments must be installed properly before 5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at using the power tool. Shut off and disconnect the battery all times. This enables better control of the power tool in before touching any parts other than the handles and the unexpected situations. trigger switch. 6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Service Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in • Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair ® ® moving parts. person at an authorized Snow Joe + Sun Joe dealer using only identical replacement parts or call the 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust ® ® Snow Joe + Sun Joe customer service center at extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563). This will ensure properly connected and used. Use of dust collection that the safety of the power tool is maintained. devices can reduce dust-related hazards. Power tool use and care Chain Saw Safety Warnings • Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when mWARNING! Release the trigger switch and disconnect the chain saw is operating. Before you start the chain saw, the battery before adjusting, inspecting, servicing or cleaning make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A the power tool, when changing accessories or when any other moment of inattention while operating the chain saw may dangerous conditions present themselves. All maintenance cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw tasks should be performed after the power tool's rotating parts chain. have stopped completely. Such preventive safety measures • Always hold the chain saw with your right hand on the rear reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. handle and your left hand on the front handle. Holding the chain saw with a reversed hand configuration increases 1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool the risk of personal injury and should never be done. for your application. The correct power tool will perform better with less likelihood of personal or mechanical • Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. If you are damage if it is used at the rate for which it was designed. using the chain saw every day under normal conditions, you can be exposed to a noise level of 85 dB (A) or higher. 2. Do not use the power tool if the trigger switch does not Further protective equipment for head, hands, legs and turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will with the trigger switch is dangerous and must be repaired. reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental 3. Remove the battery from its compartment before making contact with the saw chain. any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the • Do not operate the chain saw in a tree. Operation of a power tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the chain saw while up in a tree may result in personal injury. risk of starting the power tool accidentally. • Always keep proper footing and operate the chain saw 4. Store idle power tools indoors in a dry, locked place only when standing on a fixed, secure and level surface. out of the reach of children. Do not allow anyone who is Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions access a loss of balance or control of the chain saw. to the machine. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. • When cutting a limb that is under tension, be cautious of spring back. When the tension in the wood fibers is 5. Maintain power tools with care to ensure safe operation released, the spring-loaded limb may strike the operator and optimal performance. Keep handles dry, clean and 2 and/or throw the chain saw out of control. • Always observe the safety regulations and follow the • Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. correct sawing techniques. The slender material may catch the saw chain and be • Ensure safe carrying of the chain saw. Whenever the whipped toward you or pull you off balance. machine is to be handled or transported, you must: • Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the chain saw – switch off the motor, remove the battery and wait for switched off and away from your body. When transporting the chain to stop; or storing the chain saw, always fit the guide bar cover.