GreenWorks Pro PSF301 User manual

PSF301
EN OPERATOR MANUALPOLESAW
FR MANUEL D’OPÉRATEURÉLAGUEUSE SUR PERCHE
1400017
www.greenworkstools.com

1 Description.........................................4
1.1 Purpose.............................................................. 4
1.2 Overview........................................................... 4
2 General power tool safety
warnings.............................................4
2.1 General safety rules........................................... 4
2.2 Child safety........................................................5
3 Symbols on the product.................... 5
4 Risk levels...........................................6
5 Environmentally safe battery
disposal...............................................6
6 Proposition 65....................................7
7 Installation......................................... 7
7.1 Unpack the machine.......................................... 7
7.2 Add the bar and chain oil...................................7
7.3 Assemble the guide bar and saw chain..............7
7.4 Fit the pole saw..................................................8
7.5 Extension of the pole saw..................................8
7.6 Cutting preparation............................................8
7.7 Install the battery pack.......................................9
7.8 Remove the battery pack................................... 9
8 Operation........................................... 9
8.1 Examine the chain oil........................................ 9
8.2 Start the machine............................................... 9
8.3 Stop the machine............................................... 9
8.4 Delimbing a tree................................................ 9
8.5 Limb tree branches............................................ 9
9 Maintenance.....................................10
9.1 Adjust the chain tension.................................. 10
9.2 Sharpen the cutters...........................................10
9.3 Guide bar maintenance.................................... 11
10 Transportation and storage............ 11
11 Troubleshooting............................... 11
12 Technical data..................................12
13 Limited warranty............................ 12
14 Exploded view..................................13
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1 DESCRIPTION
1.1 PURPOSE
The product fitted with a cutting attachment mounted on a
pole to enable the operator to cut the branches of standing
trees but not intends for cutting woods as normal chainsaw.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced understanding, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
1.2 OVERVIEW
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5
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4
2
1Trigger
2Lock-out button
3Pole
4Battery housing
5Collar
6Extension pole
7Guide bar cover
8Oil tank cap
9Chain
10 Bar
11 Scabbard
2 GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Do not operate near electrical power lines. The unit has not
been designed to provide protection from electric shock in
the event of contact with overhead electric lines, Consult
local regulations for safe distances from overhead electric
power lines and ensure that the operating position is safe
and secure before operating the saw chain pole pruner.
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your battery-
operated (cordless) power tool.
2.1 GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use appliances in
damp or wet locations.
• Don’t Use In Rain.
• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a
distance from work area.
• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves
and substantial footwear is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
• Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
• Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job
except that for which it is intended.
• Avoid Unintentional Starting – Don't carry plugged-in
appliance with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in. Carrying the appliance with your
finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the
switch on invites accidents.
• Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges
when picking up or holding the appliance. (For grass
shears and similar appliances only.)
• Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with
less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it
was designed.
• Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
• Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.
• Disconnect Appliance – Disconnect the appliance from
the power supply when not in use, before servicing, when
changing accessories such as blades, and the like.
• Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or
locked-up place – out of reach of children.
• Maintain Appliance With Care – Keep cutting edge sharp
and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of
injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect appliance cord periodically, and if
damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service
facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace
if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease.
• Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the
appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
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properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that
may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in
this manual.
• Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain. Do
not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when
blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when
clearing jammed material. Saw chain continues to move
after the switch is turned off. A moment of inattention
while operating the pole saw may result in serious
personal injury.
• Carry the pole saw by the handle with the saw chain
stopped. When transporting or storing the pole saw,
always fit the saw chain device cover. Proper handling of
the pole saw will reduce possible personal injury from the
saw chain.
• Hold the pole saw by insulated gripping surfaces only,
because the saw chain may contact hidden wiring or its
own cord. A saw chain contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the pole saw "live" and could give
the operator an electric shock.
• Keep cable away from cutting area. During operation the
cable may be hidden in shrubs and can be accidentally cut
by the saw chain.
• Do not use the pole saw in bad weather conditions,
especially when there is a risk of lightning. This
decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
• To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use near any
electrical power lines. Contact with or use near power
lines may cause serious injury or electric shock resulting
in death.
• Always use two hands when operating the pole saw. Hold
the pole saw with both hands to avoid loss of control.
• Always use head protection when operating the pole saw
overhead. Falling debris can result in serious personal
injury.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the power switch is
in the off-position before connecting to battery pack,
picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the
appliance with your finger on the power switch or
energizing appliance that have the power switch on
invites accidents.
• Make sure the power switch is off and the battery pack is
removed before clearing jammed material, making
adjustments, changing accessories, storing or servicing
the appliance. Unexpected actuation of the appliance
while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in
serious personal injury.
• Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
• Use appliances only with specifically designated battery
packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fire.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws
or other small metal objects, that can make a connection
from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the
battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk
of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 130°C may cause explosion. The temperature of
130°C can be replaced by the temperature of 265°F.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range
specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside of the specified range may damage
the battery and increase the risk of fire.
• Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure
that the safety of the product is maintained.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the
battery pack (as applicable) except as indicated in the
instructions for use and care.
2.2 CHILD SAFETY
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the
presence of children.
• Keep children out of the working area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult.
• Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this
machine. Children who are 14 years of age and older
must read and understand the operating instructions and
safety rules in this manual and must be trained and
supervised by a parent.
• Stay alert, and turn the machine off if a child or any other
person enters the working area.
• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
your view of a child who may run into the path of the
machine.
3 SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product.
Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
product better and safer.
Symbol Explanation
Direct current-Type or characteristic
of current.
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Symbol Explanation
Precautions that involve your safety.
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product, and fol-
low all warnings and safety instruc-
tions.
Wear eye protection.
Do not expose the product to rain or
moist conditions.
Wear ear protection.
Wear head protection.
Wear safety footwear.
Wear non-slip, heavy duty gloves.
DANGER! Risk of electrocution!
4 RISK LEVELS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to
explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYM-
BOL
SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER Indicates an imminently haz-
ardous situation,which, if not
avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation,which, if not
avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
SYM-
BOL
SIGNAL MEANING
CAUTION (Without Safety Alert Sym-
bol) Indicates a situation that
may result in property dam-
age.
5 ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
BATTERY DISPOSAL
The toxic and corrosive materials below are in the batteries
used in this machine: Lithium-Ion, a toxic material.
WARNING
Discard all toxic materials in a specified manner to prevent
contamination of the environment. Before discarding
damaged or worn out Li-ion battery, contact your local
waste disposal agency, or the local Environmental
Protection Agency for information and specific instructions.
Take the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal center,
certified for lithium-ion disposal.
WARNING
If the battery pack cracks or breaks, with or without leaks,
do not recharge it and do not use. Discard it and replace
with a new battery pack. DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR IT! To
prevent injury and risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock,
and to avoid damage to the environment:
• Cover the terminals of the battery with heavy-duty
adhesive tape.
• DO NOT try to remove or destroy any of the battery
pack components.
• DO NOT try to open the battery pack.
• If a leak develops, the released electrolytes are
corrosive and toxic. DO NOT get the solution in the
eyes or on skin, and do not swallow it.
• DO NOT put these batteries in your regular household
trash.
• DO NOT incinerate.
• DO NOT put them where they will become part of any
waste landfill or municipal solid waste stream.
• Take them to a certified recycling or disposal center.
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6 PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
This product contains a chemical known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals
are:
• Lead from lead-based paints;
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products;
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk of exposure to these chemicals varies depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area,
and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
Save these instructions.
7 INSTALLATION
7.1 UNPACK THE MACHINE
WARNING
Make sure that you correctly assemble the machine before
use.
WARNING
• If the parts are damaged, do not use the machine.
• If you do not have all the parts, do not operate the
machine.
• If the parts are damaged or missing, speak to the service
center.
1. Open the package.
2. Read the documentation in the box.
3. Remove all the unassembled parts from the box.
4. Remove the machine from the box.
5. Discard the box and package in compliance with local
regulations.
7.2 ADD THE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
Examine the amount of oil in the machine. If the oil level is
low, add the bar and chain oil as follows.
IMPORTANT
Use bar and chain oil that is only for chains and chain
oilers.
NOTE
The machine comes from the factory without bar and chain
oil.
1. Loosen and remove the cap (8) from the oil tank.
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2. Put the oil (14) into the oil tank.
3. Monitor the oil indicator (15) to make sure that no dirt
gets into the oil tank while you add the oil.
4. Put the oil cap on.
5. Tighten the oil cap.
6. The whole oil tank will last for approximately 20- 40
minutes.
IMPORTANT
Do not use dirty, used or contaminated oil. Damage can
occur to the bar or chain.
7.3 ASSEMBLE THE GUIDE BAR AND
SAW CHAIN
1. Loosen the chain cover by turning the chain cover knob
(17) counterclockwise.
2. Remove the chain cover.
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3. Put the chain drive links (21) into the bar groove (20).
4. Put the chain cutters (22) in the direction of the chain
operation.
5. Put the chain in position and make sure that the loop is
behind the guide bar.
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20
21
22
6. Hold the chain and bar.
7. Put the chain loop around the sprocket (18).
8. Make sure the chain tension pin hole (19) on the guide
bar fits correctly with the bolt.
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9. Install the chain cover.
10. Tighten the chain. Refer to Adjust the chain tension.
11. Tighten the chain cover knob when the chain is correctly
tensioned.
NOTE
If you start the chain saw with a new chain, have a test for
2-3 minutes. A new chain gets longer after the first use,
examine the tension and tighten the chain if necessary.
7.4 FIT THE POLE SAW
1. Mount the pole saw head on pole saw handle to achieve
the standard length.
2. Slide the collar upwards.
3. Turn the collar clockwise to tight it.
7.5 EXTENSION OF THE POLE SAW
1. Fit the extension pole between the pole saw handle and
the pole saw head to achieve the maximum length.
2. Slide the collars upwards.
3. Turn the collars clockwise to tight them.
WARNING
Periodically check the tightness of the connection of the
collars.
7.6 CUTTING PREPARATION
Before you start to cut, make sure that
• Wear heavy gloves for maximum grip and protection.
• Maintain a proper grip on the machine during operation.
• Use your right hand grip on the rear handle while
your left hand grip on the pole shaft.
• Keep your body to the left of the chain line.
• Never use a left-handed (cross-handed) grip, or any
stance that places your body or arm across the chain
line.
• Never stand directly under the limb you are cutting.
• Periodically examine the tightness of the collars during
operation.
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7.7 INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK
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WARNING
• If the battery pack or charger is damaged, replace the
battery pack or the charger.
• Stop the machine and wait until the motor stops before
you install or remove the battery pack.
• Read and understand the instructions in the battery and
charger manual.
1. Align the lift ribs on the battery pack (16) with the
grooves in the battery compartment.
2. Push the battery pack into the battery compartment until
the battery pack locks into place.
3. When you hear a click, the battery pack is installed.
7.8 REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK
1. Push and hold the battery release button.
2. Remove the battery pack from the machine.
8 OPERATION
NOTE
Remove the battery pack and keep hands clear of the lock
out button when you move the machine.
IMPORTANT
Examine the chain tension before each use.
8.1 EXAMINE THE CHAIN OIL
NOTE
Do not use the machine without sufficient chain oil.
1. Examine the oil level of the machine from the oil
indicator.
2. Add the oil if it is necessary.
8.2 START THE MACHINE
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1. Pull the lock-out button (2) with your thumb backward.
2. Press the trigger (1) at the same time.
8.3 STOP THE MACHINE
1. Release the trigger to stop the machine.
8.4 DELIMBING A TREE
A
B
WARNING
Make sure that there is nothing or nobody in the area where
the branches fall.
• Stand opposite the branch you will cut.
• Start to cut the higher branches.
• Then cut the lower branches.
• Cut downwards to prevent the bar from jamming.
8.5 LIMB TREE BRANCHES
Limbing is to remove the branches from a fallen tree.
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A
A
B
1. Keep the larger lower branches to hold the log off the
ground.
2. Remove the small limbs in one cut.
3. Limb the branches with tension from the bottom to up.
4. Keep the larger lower branches as a support until the log
is limbed.
9 MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
Do not let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based materials
touch the plastic parts. Chemicals can cause damage to the
plastic, and make the plastic unserviceable.
CAUTION
Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic
housing or components.
WARNING
Remove the battery pack from the machine before
maintenance.
9.1 ADJUST THE CHAIN TENSION
CAUTION
Wear protective gloves if you touch the chain, bar or areas
around the chain.
1. Loosen the chain cover by turning the chain cover knob
(17) counterclockwise.
NOTE
It is not necessary to remove the chain cover to adjust the
chain tension.
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2. Turn the chain tension screw behind the bar and chain
clockwise to increase the chain tension.
3. Turn the chain tension screw counterclockwise to
decrease the chain tension.
4. When the chain is at the wanted tension, tighten the chain
cover.
9.2 SHARPEN THE CUTTERS
Sharpen the cutters if it is not easy for the chain to go into the
wood.
NOTE
We recommend that a service center, which has an electric
sharpener, perform important sharpening work.
1. Tensioning chain.
2. Sharpen the cutters corner with a 5/32 in. (4 mm)
diameter round file .
3. Sharpen the top plate, side plate and depth gauge with a
flat file.
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4. File all the cutters to the specified angles and the same
length.
NOTE
During the process,
• Keep the file flat with the surface to be sharpened.
• Use the midpoint of the file bar.
• Use light but firm pressure when sharpening the
surface.
• Lift the file away on each return stroke.
• Sharpen the cutters on one side and then move to the
other side.
Replace the chain if:
• The length of the cutting edges is less than 1/5 in. (5
mm).
• There is too much space between the drive links and the
rivets.
• The cut speed is slow
• Sharpening the chain many times but it does not increase
the cutting speed. The chain is worn.
9.3 GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE
NOTE
Make sure that it is turned over periodically to keep
symmetrical wear on the bar.
1. Lubricate the bearings on the nose sprocket (if present)
with the syringe (not included).
2. Clean the bar groove with the scraping hook (not
included).
3. Clean the lubrication holes.
4. Remove burr from the edges and level the cutters with a
flat file.
Replace the bar if:
• the groove does not fit with the height of the drive links
(which must never touch the bottom).
• the inside of the guide bar is worn and makes the chain
lean to one side.
10 TRANSPORTATION AND
STORAGE
Before you move the machine, always
• Remove the battery pack from the machine.
• Keep hands clear of the lock-out button.
• Put the scabbard on the guide bar and the chain.
Before you put the machine into storage, always
• Remove all residual oil from the machine.
• Remove the battery pack from the machine.
• Clean all unwanted material from the machine.
• Make sure that the storage area is
• Not available to children.
• Away from agents which can cause corrosion, such as
garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
11 TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible cause Solution
The machine does
not start.
The poles are not
assembled cor-
rectly.
Assemble the
poles according to
the instructions.
The lock-out but-
ton and trigger are
not depressed at
the same time.
1. Push and hold
the lock-out
button
2. While you
hold the lock-
out button,
pull the trig-
ger.
3. Release the
lock-out but-
ton to start the
machine.
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Problem Possible cause Solution
The bar and chain
gets hot and
smokes.
Oil tank is empty. Fill the oil tank.
The discharge
port is blocked.
1. Remove the
battery pack.
2. Remove dirt
from the dis-
charge port.
Inlet opening of
inner oil tank is
blocked.
1. Clean the oil
tank.
2. Fill with clean
bar and chain
lubricant.
The sprocket is
stuck and clogged
with debris.
1. Clean the
sprocket.
2. Fill with clean
bar and chain
lubricant.
The bar and chain
gets too hot and
can not cut.
The chain tension
is too tight or too
loose.
Refer to Adjust
the Chain Tension
in the manual.
The chain is dull Sharpen or re-
place the chain.
The chain is put
on backwards.
Take out the chain
and turn it in the
right direction.
The motor runs,
but the chain does
not cut correctly,
or the motor stops
after around 3
seconds.
When you use the
machine under
load, it stops.
1. Release the
trigger.
2. Start the ma-
chine again.
The chain is not
lubricated.
Lubricate the
chain to decrease
the friction.
12 TECHNICAL DATA
Voltage 40V DC
Guide bar length 8'' (203 mm)
Chain pitch 3/8" (9.5 mm)
Chain gauge 0.050''(1.27mm)
Chain oil capacity 50 ml
Weight (without battery
pack)
7.9 lbs. (3.6 kg)
Chain 91PJ033X/CL15033X
Guide bar 080NDEA318/
M1500833-1318TL
Battery model 29652 and other BAF series
Charger model 29692 and other CAF series
The recommended ambient temperature range:
Item Temperature
Appliance storage tempera-
ture range
-4°F (-20°C) - 158°F (70°C)
Appliance operation temper-
ature range
6.8°F (-14°C) - 104°F (40°C)
Battery charging temperature
range
39°F (4°C) - 113°F (45°C)
Charger operation tempera-
ture range
39°F (4°C) - 113°F (45°C)
Battery storage temperature
range
32°F (0°C) - 73°F (23°C)
Battery discharging tempera-
ture range
6.8°F (-14°C) - 113°F (45°C)
13 LIMITED WARRANTY
YEAR
ANS
LIMITED WARRANTY
GARANTIE
LIMITÉE
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Greenworks hereby warranties this product, to the original
purchaser with proof of purchase, for a period of three (3)
years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship.
Greenworks, at its own discretion will repair or replace any
and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free
of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for
units which have been used for personal use that have not
been hired or rented for industrial/commercial use, and that
have been maintained in accordance with the instructions in
the owners’ manual supplied with the product from new.
ITEMS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY:
1. Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse,
commercial use, abuse, neglect, accident, improper
maintenance, or alteration; or
2. The unit, if it has not been operated and/or maintained in
accordance with the owner's manual; or
3. Normal wear, except as noted below;
4. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, blade
sharpening;
5. Normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or
exposure.
HELPLINE:
Warranty service is available by calling our toll-free helpline,
at 1-888-909-6757.
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TRANSPORTATION CHARGES:
Transportation charges for the movement of any power
equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the
purchaser. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to pay
transportation charges for any part submitted for replacement
under this warranty unless such return is requested in writing
by Greenworks.
CANADIAN ADDRESS:
Greenworks Tools Canada Inc.
1110 Stellar Drive Unit 102
Newmarket, ON, L3Y 7B7
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4 5
6 7
No
.
Part No. Qty Description No
.
Part No. Qty Description
1 R0201082-00 1 Bar / Chain / Scabbard 5 R0201085-00 1 Rear Pole Assembly
2 R0201083-00 1 Sprocket Cover Assembly 6 R0201086-00 1 Intermediate Pole Assem-
bly
3 RB33902102V2 1 Sprocket Kit 7 R0201087-00 1 Polesaw Head Assembly
4 R0201084-00 1 Oil Cap Assembly
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