HENX AS-GZJ10 User manual

EXCLUSIVELY FOR USE WITH
POWER HEAD A40DG65B01
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
POLE SAW
ATTACHMENT
MODEL NUMBER AS-GZJ10
WARNING:Toreducetheriskofinjury,theusermustreadandunderstandthe

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Symbols........................................................................... 4
Safety Instructions.............................................................5-9
Introduction.................................................................................9
Specifications ...........................................................................10
Packing List ..............................................................................10
Description....................................................................11-13
Assembly.............................................................................13-15
Operation.............................................................................16-20
Maintenance .................................................................21-32
Troubleshooting............................................................33-34
Warranty .......................................................................35-36

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
READ & UNDERSTAND
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING: Some dust created by power cutting contains chemicals known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicalsare:
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Lead from lead - based paints
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Crystallinesilicafrombricksandcementandothermasonryproducts,and
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Arsenic andchromium from chemically - treated lumber.
Yourriskfromtheseexposuresvaries,dependingonhowoftenyoudothistypeof
work.Toreduceyourexposuretothesechemical:workinawellventilatedarea,and
workwithapprovedsafetyequipment,suchasthosedustmasksthatarespecially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Thepurposeofsafetysymbolsistoattractyourattentiontopossibledangers.The
safetysymbolsandtheexplanationswiththemdeserveyourcarefulattentionand
understanding.The symbol warnings do not,by themselves, eliminate any danger.The
instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
WARNING: Besuretoreadandunderstandallsafetyinstructionsinthis
Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as“ DANGER ,” “ WARNING ,”
and “ CAUTION ”before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock,fire,and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETYALERTSYMBOL: Indicates DANGER , WARNING ,OR CAUTION .May
be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
WARNING! Theoperationofanypowertoolscanresultin
foreignobjectsbeingthrownintoyoureyes,whichcanresultinsevere
eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear
safetygogglesorsafetyglasseswithsideshieldsandafullfaceshield
when needed.We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over
eyeglasses orstandard safety glasses with side shields.Always use eye
protectionwhichis markedtocomplywithANSIZ87.1.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product.Read,
understand,andfollowallinstructionsonthemachinebeforeattemptingtoassemble
and operate it.
Safety Alert
Indicatesapotentialpersonalinjuryhazard.
Read &
Understand
Operator's
Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
and understand the operator’s manual before
using this product.
Wear Eye
Protection
Always wear safety goggles orsafety glasses
withsideshieldsandafullfaceshieldwhen
operating thisproduct.
Wear Ear
Protection
Pole pruner noise may damage your hearing.
Always wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear
mufflers)toprotectyourhearing.
Wear Head
Protection
Wear an approved safety hard hat to protect
your head.
Wear Protective
Gloves
Protect your hands with gloves when
handling saw and saw chain. Heavy-duty,
nonslip gloves improve your grip and protect
your hands.
Wear Safety
Footwear
Wear non-slip safety footwear when using
this equipment.

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Keep sufficient
distance away
fromelectrical
powerlines
Topreventelectrocution,donotoperate
within50ft.(15m)ofoverheadelectrical
lines.Contactwithorusenearpowerlines
maycauseseriousinjuryorelectricshock
resulting indeath.
Recycle Symbols
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion)
batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may
prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary
trash. Consult your local waste authority for
information regarding available recycling and/
or disposal options.
IPX4
Ingress Protection
Degree
Protection from splashing water
V
Volt
Voltage
cm
Centimeter
Length or size
in.
Inch
Length or size
kg
Kilogram
Weight
lb
Pound
Weight
Direct Current
Type or a characteristic of current
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions
shouldalwaysbefollowedtoreducetheriskoffire,electricshock,andpersonalinjury,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER! Donotoperatenearelectricalpowerlines.Theunithasnotbeen
designedtoprovideprotectionfromelectricshockintheeventofcontactwith
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.

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CAUTION! Wearappropriatepersonalhearingprotectionduringuse.Undersome
conditions and durations of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
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Avoid Dangerous Environment –Don’t use appliances in damp or wet
locations.
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KeepChildrenAway -Allvisitorsshouldbekeptatadistanceawayfromwork
area.
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DressProperly -Donotwearlooseclothingorjewelry.Theycanbecaughtin
moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended
whenworkingoutdoors.Wearprotectivehaircoveringtocontainlonghair.
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UseSafetyGlasses -Alwaysusefaceordustmaskifoperationisdusty.
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UseRightAppliance -Donotuseapplianceforanyjobexceptthatforwhichit
is intended.
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Don’t ForceAppliance -Itwilldothejobbetterandwithlesslikelihoodofarisk
of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
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Don’t Overreach -Keepproperfootingandbalance atalltimes.
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Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate
appliance when you aretired.
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Keepallpartsofthebodyawayfromthesawchain. Donotremovecut
materialorholdmaterialtobecutwhenbladesaremoving.Makesuretheswitch
isoffwhenclearingjammedmaterial.Sawchaincontinuestomoveafterthe
switchisturnedoff.Amomentofinattentionwhileoperatingthepoleprunermay
result in serious personalinjury.
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Carry the pole pruner by the handle with the saw chain stopped. When
transportingorstoringthepolepruner,alwaysfitthesawchaindevicecover.
Proper handling of the pole pruner will reduce possible personal injury from the
saw chain.
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Holdthepoleprunerbyinsulatedgrippingsurfacesonly ,becausethesaw
chainmaycontacthiddenwiring.Asawchaincontactinga“live” wiremaymake
exposedmetalpartsofthepolepruner“live”andcouldgivetheoperatoran
electric shock.
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Donotusethepoleprunerinbadweatherconditions,especiallywhen
thereisariskoflightning. Thisdecreasestheriskofbeingstruckbylightning.
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To reduce the risk ofelectrocution, never use near any electrical power
lines. Contactwithorusenearpowerlinesmaycauseseriousinjuryorelectric
shock resulting indeath.

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Alwaysusetwo handswhenoperatingthepolepruner. Holdthepole
pruner with both hands to avoid loss of control.
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Alwaysuseheadprotectionwhenoperatingthepolepruneroverhead.
Falling debris can result in serious personal injury.
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StoreIdleAppliancesIndoors -Whennotinuse,appliancesshouldbestored
indoorsinadryandhighorlocked-upplacewiththebatterypackremoved-out
of reach ofchildren.
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MaintainAppliancewithCare -Keepcuttingedgesharpandcleanforbest
performanceandtoreducetheriskofinjury.Followinstructionsforlubricating
andchanging accessories.Keep handles dry,clean,and free from oil and grease.
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CheckDamagedParts -Beforefurtheruseoftheproduct,aguardorother
partthatisdamagedshouldbecarefullycheckedtodeterminethatitwilloperate
properlyandperformitsintendedfunction.Checkforalignmentofmovingparts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition
thatmayaffectitsoperation.Aguardorotherpartthatisdamagedshouldbe
properly repaired orreplaced by an authorized service center unless indicated
elsewhere in thismanual.
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Do not charge the battery pack in rain,or in wet locations.
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Use only with the battery packs andchargers listed below:
BATTERY PACK
CHARGER
AB40B25B01 ，
A40B50B01 ， A40B75B01
A40KC250
A40MC75B01
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Use OnlyWith The 40V Lithium-Ion Power Head A40DG65B01.
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Donotdisposeofthebatteryinafire. Thecellsmayexplode.Checkwith
localcodesforpossiblespecialdisposalinstructions.
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Donotopenormutilatethebattery. Releasedelectrolyteiscorrosiveand
maycausedamagetotheeyesorskin.Itmaybetoxicifswallowed.
CAUTION! Theelectrolyteisadilutesulfuricacidthatisharmfultotheskinand
eyes.It is electrically conductive and corrosive.
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Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with
conducting materials such asrings, bracelets,and keys. Thebatteryor
conductor may overheat and cause burns.
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ReplacementParts -Whenservicing,useonlyidenticalEGOreplacementparts.
Use of any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.

SERIALNUMBER DATE OFPURCHASE
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP THEM IN A
SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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Batterytoolsdonothavetobepluggedintoanelectricaloutlet;
therefore,theyarealwaysinoperatingcondition. Beawareofpossible
hazardsevenwhenthetoolisnotoperating.Takecarewhenperforming
maintenance or service.
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Removeordisconnectthebatterypackbeforeservicing,cleaningor
removing material from theproduct.
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Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical
connections.
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Ifsituationsoccurthatarenotcoveredinthismanual,usecareand
goodjudgment.ContacttheEGOCustomerServiceCenterforassistance.
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Savetheseinstructions. Refertothemfrequentlyandusethemtoinstruct
otherswhomayusethistool.Ifyoulendthistooltosomeoneelse,alsolend
theseinstructionstothemtopreventmisuseoftheproductandpossibleinjury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: SEEYOUR POWER HEAD OPERATOR’S MANUALFOR ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC
SAFETY RULES.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulationsonyourselectionofthe POLESAWATTACHMENT.Ithasbeen
designed,engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability
and performance.
Shouldyouexperienceanyproblemyoucannoteasilyremedy,pleasecontact
customer service center400-8575-505.
This manual contains important information on to the safe assembly,operation and
maintenance of your product. Read it carefully before using the product. Keep this
manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Guide Bar Length
10" (250mm)
Chain Pitch
3/8" (9.5mm)
Chain Gauge
0.051" (1.3mm)
Chain Oil Tank Capacity
260ml
Weight
1.72 kg
PACKING LIST
PART NAME
QUANTITY
Pole Saw Attachment
1
Chain Sheath
1
Dual-head Wrench
1
Operator’s Manual
1
Guide bar 100SDEA041 (Oregon)
1
Chain 91PX040E (Oregon)
1
Recommended Bar and Chain for this Pole Saw
PART NAME
MODEL NUMBER
Guide Bar
104MLEA041 (Oregon)
Saw Chain
90PX040X (Oregon)

DESCRIPTION
KNOW YOUR POLE SAW ATTACHMENT (Fig. 1)
Thesafeuseofthisproductrequiresanunderstandingoftheinformationonthetool
andinthisoperator’s manual,aswellasknowledgeoftheprojectyouareattempting.
Beforeusingthisproduct,familiarizeyourselfwithalloperatingfeaturesandsafety
rules.
Chain sheath
Dual-head wrench
Aluminum shaft
Connection end
Extension pole
(optional,sales
separately)
Guide bar
chain
Oil tank cap
Oil tank
Bucking spikes
Chain-tensioning
screw
Chain-sprocket cover
Cover-screw
A

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CHAIN SHEATH
Thechainsheathkeepstheoperatorfromcomingincontactwiththesharpchain
bladeswhenthetoolisnotinuse.Italsohelpskeepthechainbladesfrombeing
nickedordamagedwhenthetoolisintransportationandstorage.
DUAL-HEAD WRENCH
Lock/unlocks the hex head bolt and the flat screw.
CONNECTION END
Connect with power head A40DG65B01 .
COVER-SCREW
Locks/unlocks the chain-sprocket cover.
CHAIN-SPROCKET COVER
Covers the chain-sprocket and secures the guide bar.
OIL TANK
Storesthelubricantforthesawchainandallowsusertoseewhentoaddlubricantby
means of the semi-transparent tank housing.
OIL-TANK CAP
Seals the oiltank.
GUIDE BAR
Supports and guides the saw chain.
SAW CHAIN
Aloopofchainhavingcuttingteeththatcutsthewoodwhenitisdrivenbythepower
head and supported by the guide bar.

CHAIN-TENSIONING SCREW
For tension or release the saw chain.
BUCKING SPIKES
Thepointedtoothorteethforusewhenfellingorbuckingtopivotthesawandmaintain
position while sawing.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Ifanypartsaredamagedormissing,donotoperatethisproduct
untilthepartsarereplaced.Useofthisproductwithdamagedormissingpartscould
result in serious personalinjury.
WARNING: Donotattempttomodifythisproductorcreateaccessoriesnot
recommended for use with this pole saw.Any such alteration or modification is misuse
andcouldresultinahazardousconditionleadingtopossiblyseriouspersonalinjury.
UNPACKING
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This product requiresassembly.
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Carefully remove the product andany accessories from the box. Make sure that
all items listed in the packing list are included.
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Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage ordamage occurred
during shipping
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Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated thetool.
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Ifanypartsaredamagedormissing,pleasereturntheproducttotheplaceof
purchase.

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CONNECTING THE POLE SAW ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD
WARNING: Neverattachoradjustanyattachmentwhilethepowerheadis
runningorwiththebatteryinstalled.Failuretostopthemotorandremovethebattery
may cause serious personalinjury.
This pole saw attachment is designed for use with EGO Power Head PH1400.
Thepolesawattachmentconnectstothepowerheadbymeansofacouplerdevice.
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wingknob.
3. Removetheendcapfromthepolesawattachment.Alignthearrowonthepole-
sawshaftwiththearrow onthecouplerandpushthepole-sawshaftintothe
coupleruntilyouhearaclear“click” soundwhichindicatesthepole-sawshaftis
mounted into place (Fig.B).
4. Pulltheshaftoftheattachmenttoverifyitissecurelylockedintothecoupler.If
not,rotatethepole-sawshaftfromsidetosideinthecoupleruntilitsnapsinto
place.
5. Tighten the wing knobsecurely.
WARNING: Becertainthatthewingknobisfullytightenedbeforeoperating
the equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious personal
injury.
arrow
coupler
wing knob
pole saw
shaft
bulge
Shaft of power unit

CONNECTING THE EXTENSION POLE BETWEEN THE POWER
HEAD AND THE POLE SAW ATTACHMENT (Available Separately)
WARNING: Neverattachoradjustanyattachmentwhilethepowerheadis
runningorwiththebatteryinstalled.Failuretostopthemotorandremovethebattery
may cause serious personalinjury.
Thisextensionpoleisdesignedforexclusiveusewith Power Head H36DG65and
PoleSawAttachment AS-GGJ10 .Neveruseitwithotherattachments.
The extension pole extends the cutting range. It should to be connected between the
pole saw attachment and the power head.
Follow the process in section “CONNECTING THE POLE SAW
ATTACHMENT TO POWER HEAD”to install the extension pole between the
pole saw attachment and power head.

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“CONNECTING THE POLE
SAW
Follow the process in the section
ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD” to
install the extension pole between the
pole saw attachment and power head
(Fig. C).
NOTICE: Once assembled correctly, the
pole saw attachment, extension pole and
the power head should not separate when
pulled. Always test the connection by
pulling on them. Repeat the steps above if the pieces can be separated.
WARNING: Failure to securetheattachment andpowerhead/extension poleas
instructed above could result inserious injury or death.
REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wingknob.
3. Presstheshaft-releasebuttonand,withthebuttondepressed,pullortwistthe
pole-sawshaftoutofthecouplertoseparate itfromthepowerheadorthe
extension pole (ifused).
4. Repeat the process to separate the extension pole from the power head
(if extension pole isused).
c

OPERATION
DANGER: Never cut near power lines, electric cords, or other electric sources.If
thebarandchainjams onanyelectricalcord orline, DO NOTTOUCHTHEBAR,CHAIN
OR THE ALUMINUM POLE! THEY CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND MAY BE
VERY DANGEROUS .Continuetoholdthepolesawbythe insulatedrearhandleorlay
itdownandawayfromyouinasafemanner.Disconnecttheelectricalservicetothe
damagedlineorcordbeforeattemptingtofreethebarandchainfromthelineorcord.
Contactwiththebar,chain,otherconductivepartsofthepolesaw,orliveelectriccords
orlines will result in death by electrocution or serious injury.
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless.
Rememberthatacarelessfractionofasecondissufficienttoinflictseriousinjury.
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shield
markedtocomplywithANSIZ87.1.Failuretodosocouldresultinobjectsbeingthrown
into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING: Donotuse any attachments oraccessories not recommended by the
manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such
asscrews,nuts,bolts,caps,etc.Tightensecurelyallfastenersandcapsanddonot
operatethisproductuntilallmissingordamagedpartsarereplaced.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below:
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Limbing
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Pruning
FILLING OILTANK WITH BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICANT
WARNING: Toprevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal
injury;alwaysremovethebatterypackfromthetoolbeforefillingthetankwithoil.

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WARNING: Donotsmokeorbringanyfireorflameneartheoilorthepolesaw.
Oil may spill and cause afire.
NOTICE: Thepolesawisnotfilledwithoilatthetimeofpurchase.Itisessentialtofill
thetankwithchainoilbeforeuse.Operatingthepolesawwithoutchainoilorwhenthe
oillevelisbelowacertainamountwillresultindamagetothepolesaw.Chainlifeand
cuttingcapacitydependonoptimumlubrication.Thechainisautomaticallylubricated
withchainoilduringoperation,ifthereissufficientoilinthereservoir.Oillevelshould
alsobecheckedafterevery20minutesofuseandrefilledasneeded.
1. Remove the battery pack from the power head.
2. Cleantheoil-tankcapandtheareaaroundittoensurethatnodirtfallsintothe
oil tank.
3. Place the pole saw attachment upright to ensure that the tank cap is
facing upwards. Rotate the oil-tank cap counterclockwise to remove it.
4. Carefully pour the bar and chain oil into the tank until it fills to the tank
neck. Be careful not to let the oil spill from the opening. Wipe off any
excess oil.
NOTICE:
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Use OREGON
®
bar and chain oil for best results.Itis specially designed to provide
low friction and fastercuts.
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Neveruseoilorotherlubricantsnotspecificallydesignedforuseonthebarand
chain.Thiscanleadtoacloggedoilsystem,whichmaycauseprematurewearof
the bar andchain.
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Check the oil level frequently and refill as needed.
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Donotusedirty,usedorotherwisecontaminatedoils.Damagemayoccurtothe
bar or chain.

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Itisnormalforoiltoseepfromthesawwhenitisnotinuse.Topreventseepage,
emptytheoiltankaftereachuse,andthenrunthesawforoneminute.When
storingthetoolforalongperiodoftime,besurethechainislightlylubricated;
this will prevent rust on the chain and bar sprocket.
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Topreserve natural resources,please recycle ordispose ofoilproperly.Consult
yourlocalwasteauthorityforinformationregardingavailablerecyclingand
disposal options.
TO START/STOP THE TOOL
See" STARTING/STOPPINGTHEPOWERHEAD "sectioninthepowerhead
H36DG65 operator's manual.
PREPARATION FOR CUTTING
(Fig.D)
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Refer to “Important Safety Instructions” earlier in this manual for appropriate
safety equipment.
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Make sure that the chain is properly mounted and correctly tensioned.
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Lift the tip of the guide bar to check for any sagging in the chain. The
chainiscorrectlytensionedwhenthereisnosagontheundersideoftheguide
barandthechainissnug,butitcanbeturnedbyhandwithoutbinding.Ifthe
tensionrequiresadjustment,refertothe“ REPLACINGTHE BARAND CHAIN ”
D

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sectionintheMaintenancesectionofthismanualforadjustmentinstructions.
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Checkthetensionofthecoverscrewbeforeuse.Ifitisloose,securelytightenthe
cover screw by turning it clockwise.
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Check the oil level and fill the tank as needed.
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Check the sharpness ofthe cutting teeth onthe saw chain.
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Make sure the chain is well lubricated.
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Wearnon-slip gloves for maximum grip andprotection.
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Maintainapropergripontheunitwheneverthemotorisrunning.Holdtheunit
firmly with bothhands.
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Never stand directly under the limb you are cutting.
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Make sure that you have a secure and balanced footing.Watch out for obstacles
such as tree stumps, roots and
ditches, which could cause you to
trip or stumble.
BASIC CUTTING PROCEDURE
(Fig. E & F)
Follow the steps below to prevent damage
totreeorshrubbark.Donotuseaback-
and-forth sawingmotion.
1. Makeashallowfirstcut(1/4ofthe
limbdiameter)ontheundersideof
thelimb,closetothemainlimbor
trunk.
E
1st cut
2nd cut
Final cut