Chicago Electric 96405 Pole Saw User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Risk of serious personal injury from accidental starting
or electric shock. Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its
“OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet
before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
Damaged equipment can fail, causing serious personal
injury. Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or
vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further
use.
Cleaning, maintenance, and lubrication
BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for
loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken
parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe
operation.
AFTER USE, clean external surfaces of the tool with clean, moist cloth.
After each use, remove the Plastic Cover (34) and clean oil and sawdust out of
the area underneath, especially the recess of
the Chain Tension Screw (40) and oil duct,
with a damp cloth or compressed air to extend
the life of the Pole Saw.
WARNING! If the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualied service technician.
Any repairs not specically covered in this
manual MUST be completed by a qualied
service professional.
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions
Pole Saw will not start No power at outlet.
Cord not connected.
1.
2.
Check power at outlet.
Check that cord is plugged in.
1.
2.
Pole Saw runs, but will
not cut
Chain is placed backwards on
Guide Bar
1. Remove Chain and reattach
correctly
1.
Pole Saw only cuts when
forced. Cutting yields only
sawdust and large chips
Chain is dull.1. Have Chain sharpened by
a professional sharpening
service.
1.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Oil Duct
Chain Tension
Screw (40)
Oil Duct
Chain Tension
Screw (40)