Chicago Electric 95283 User manual

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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
Do to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
You do not operate the Polesaw/Pruner with the proper 50:1 fuel mix in its fuel tank.
Never run the Engine with an improper fuel mix, low or no fuel mix.
Running the Engine with an improper fuel mix, low or no fuel mix, will permanently damage the unit.
CAUTION!
Your Warranty Is Voided If:
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manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form
without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
GAS POWERED
POLESAW/PRUNER
1 HP
Model 95283
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram. Keep
your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover.
Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas
invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create
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The Emission Control System for this product’s engine is warranted for standards set by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information, refer to the last pages of this manual.
This product requires a 50:1 ratio of fuel and 2-cycle oil to be added to its fuel tank before starting.
Attempting to start the Engine with an improper fuel mix, low or no fuel mix WILL ruin the Engine and
void the warranty.
The Engine’s Carburetor may need to be adjusted by a qualified mechanic for efficient high-altitude
use.
Item Description
Engine Specifications 1 HP / 26cc / Single Cylinder / 2-Stroke
Fuel Required: 50:1 Unleaded Fuel & 2 Cycle Oil Mixture
Fuel Tank Capacity: 0.2 Gallon
Noise Level: 102 dB @ 3 Feet
Drive Type Lever Operated Clutch System
Chain/Bar Type Oregon Chain & Bar / Double Guard / Low Kickback
3/8” Pitch with 39 Drive Link Count
Chain Oiler Built Into Base of Chain Head Attachment
Recommended Chain Oil S.A.E. 30 (Below 34° Fahrenheit) / S.A.E. 40 (Above 75° Fahrenheit )
Pole Height 8 Feet (Including 10” Bar)
Construction Main Poles: Steel Tubing
Chain Bar: Stamped and Formed Steel
Chain: Machined High Carbon Steel
Guards/Trim: Multi-Colored High Impact Plastic
Spark Plug NHSP L8RTF, Gap = 0.5~0.7mm (.0197~.0275inch)
Net Weight 12.13 Pounds
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PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
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3. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is in its “OFF”
position before moving the Polesaw/Pruner and before performing any
service, maintenance, or cleaning procedures on the unit.
4. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the Polesaw/Pruner on.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the machine may
result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper
footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE
1. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
2. Do not use the Polesaw/Pruner if the Power Switch does not turn it on or
off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with its power switch is dangerous and
must be replaced.
3. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
4. Maintain tools with care. Properly maintained tools are less likely to malfunction
and are easier to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools
“Do not use” until repaired.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control. Provide barriers or shields as
needed.
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained tools.
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6. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous
when used on another tool.
SERVICE
1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
2. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow
instructions in the
“Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
1. IMPORTANT! Your Warranty is voided if:
You do not operate the Polesaw/Pruner with the proper 50:1 fuel mix in its
fuel tank. Never run the Engine with an improper fuel mix, low or no fuel mix.
Running the Engine with an improper fuel mix, low or no fuel mix, will
permanently damage the unit.
2. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Polesaw/Pruner. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
3.
5. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and
WARNING! Always wear safety equipment. When operating
the Polesaw/Pruner, always wear ANSI approved safety impact
eye goggles, hearing protection, heavy duty work gloves, sturdy
work boots, and head protection.
4. Never leave the Polesaw/Pruner unattended when it is running. Turn off the
Engine before leaving.
5. Never allow children in the work area with the danger of falling debris and a
power tool in operation.

6. Always plan carefully where a tree limb will fall to avoid damage to property
and/or personal injury.
7. Never stand directly beneath the limb you are cutting. Always stand well off
to the side.
8. Do not use the Polesaw/Pruner to cut anything except tree limbs and
brush.
9. Always maintain a firm grip on the Polesaw/Pruner with both hands.
10. Branch trimming is a dangerous activity. The use of this Polesaw/Pruner
requires that you be in good physical condition, and with good balance and
coordination. If you are in doubt about the safety issues involved, have a
qualified, certified, arborist/tree surgeon do the work for you.
11. Always keep hand, fingers, and body a safe distance away from the moving
Chain.
12. Do not use the Polesaw/Pruner if the Chain is dull.
13. Make sure the wood being cut does not contain foreign materials such as
nails, spikes, etc.
14. WARNING! Ladders are inherently dangerous. NEVER use a ladder
when using the Polesaw/Pruner.
15. WARNING! Stay clear of engine components which will be hot during
and after operation.
KICKBACK PRECAUTIONS
1. Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious injury. Kickback
may occur when the moving Chain contacts an object at the upper portion of the
tip of the Guide Bar or when the wood closes in and pinches the Saw Chain in
the cut.
Contact at the upper portion of the tip of the Guide Bar can cause the Chain to
dig into the wood and stop the Chain for an instant. The result is a quick, reverse
reaction which kicks the Guide Bar up and back toward the operator. If the
Chain is pinched along the top of the Guide Bar, the Guide Bar can be driven
rapidly back toward the operator. Either of these reactions can cause loss of
Polesaw/Pruner control which can result in serious injury.
Do not rely only upon the safety devices built into the Polesaw/Pruner. As an
operator, you should take several steps to keep the cutting job free from accident
or injury:
A. Make sure the area in which you are cutting is free from obstructions. Do
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