Neuton Battery-Powered Chain Saw Quick start guide

Battery-Powered Chain Saw
Safety & Operating Instructions
NEUTON®Power Equipment
75 Meigs Road
P.O. Box 25
Vergennes, VT 05491
Toll-Free phone: 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661)
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.neutonpower.com
E-MAIL: [e-mail]
Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating this Chain Saw.

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Battery Charger WARNING Label
Battery Pack WARNING Label
DANGER of Electrocution Label on Motor Housing
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Important Safety Considerations.................................................................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2: Unpacking the NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw and Charging the Battery Pack...........................................................................4
Chapter 3: Operating Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw.......................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 4: Maintaining Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw ...................................................................................................................................7
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw..........................................................................................................................8
Chapter 6: Parts List, Schematic Diagram, and Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................9
Conventions used in this Manual
This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not followed, will result in death or serious injury.
This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
This information is important in the proper use of your Saw. Failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to your Saw or property.
TIP: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw.
NOTE: This information may be helpful to you in using your Saw.
Neuton Inc. reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The
descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional.
Some illustrations may not be applicable to your equipment.
NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw Product Specifications
Motor
Input 18V DC
Controls
ON/OFF One (1) Trigger Switch w/Release Button
Handles Soft Grip Rubber over Molded Handles
ChainSawHousing
Material Injected Polypropylene
Bar Length 8 inches –Oregon Bar w/Safety Tip Blade & Protective Cover
Weight 5.9 lbs. (including Battery)
Bar, Chain & Motor Oiling Automatic Pump System w/Oil Level Window
BatteryPack
Voltage 18V DC, 1.7 AH
Battery Pack Charger Included with Saw. 18V Charger, plugs into standard electrical outlet
Charge Time 5-6 Hours to recharge
Replacement Easy to snap-in and out of Saw housing
Chapter 1: Important Safety Considerations
We want you to enjoy years of safe and productive use from your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw. We do not want you injured, so
please take a few moments to read the following instructions for safely operating your new Tool.
Take a moment to study the following labels and make a note of their location before you operate the Saw. Replace damaged or
missing safety and information labels immediately.
WARNING Label on Motor Housing

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Protecting Yourself and Those around You
• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the Saw and the activity of
cutting. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
• When felling a tree, keep everyone a safe distance from the cutting area. During felling operations, the safe distance should be at least twice
the height of the largest trees in the felling area. If the tree makes contact with any utility line, notify the utility company immediately.
• If the tree starts to fall in the wrong direction, or if the Saw is caught or hung up during the fall, leave the Saw and save yourself.
• Only allow responsible individuals who have a thorough understanding of these instructions to operate the Saw. Never allow children to
operate the tool.
• If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take, please do not do it.
Dressing Appropriately
• Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when using your
NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw to protect against thrown chips.
• We recommend the use of ear protectors or earplugs rated for at least 20 DBA to protect your hearing.
• Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using the Saw. If you have safety shoes, wear them. Do not use the Saw while barefoot or wearing
sandals with exposed toes or heels.
• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which can catch on the Saw’s chain.
• We recommend wearing long pants and non-slip rubber gloves while using this Saw. Be sure the gloves fit properly and do not have loose
cuffs or drawstrings.
Preparing to Use Your Chain Saw
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the Saw and in the manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the control and the proper use of the
Saw before starting.
Operating Your Chain Saw Safely
• If the Saw jams on any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BAR OR CHAIN, THEY CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY
DANGEROUS. Safely disconnect the damaged electrical cord or line from its power source. If possible, do so safely. If in doubt, call an
electrician or an electrical contractor for assistance. Failure to heed this DANGER will result in death or serious personal injury.
• This Saw can sever body parts! Keep hands and feet away from the Chain and always keep both hands on the Handles when using the Saw.
• Do not use your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw for any job other than the intended use.
• Avoid unintentional starting - never carry the NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw with your finger on the ON/OFF Trigger.
• Never use the Guard as a handle; this could result in a serious personal injury.
• Remove the Battery Pack when inspecting or cleaning material from the Saw.
• Never pick up or hold the Saw by the cutting Chain.
• Be aware that the cutting Chain coasts to a stop after releasing the ON/OFF Trigger; it does not stop immediately.
• Do not operate the Saw in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
• Do not operate the Saw while in a tree, on a ladder or on a scaffold.

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• Do not force the Chain Saw - it will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury when cutting at its own rate.
• Never over reach the work when using the Saw. Always keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush, saplings or limbs under tension, because slender and tense material may catch the
Saw and be whipped toward you, or spring back, pulling you off balance. Do not cut small vines and/or small underbrush.
• If the Saw vibrates abnormally, stop the motor, remove the Battery Pack, and inspect the tool for any damage. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition that may affect its operation. Repair the
damage before restarting and operating the Saw. Note: Excessive vibration is generally a sign of trouble.
• Never use the Saw with a damaged or missing Guard.
• Do not operate the Saw if it does not start normally or stop normally with the ON/OFF Trigger Switch.
• Stay alert and watch what you are doing. Do not operate the Saw when you are tired or under the influence of medication, drugs, or
alcohol.
• Never operate the Saw in the rain.
• Operate only in daylight or in an area well lit by artificial light.
Handling the Battery Pack Safely
• Always charge the Battery Pack indoors, never charge it the rain or in wet conditions.
• Use only the Charger provided to charge the Battery Pack. Use of a different Charger may cause a fire or explosion.
• Never attempt to alter or open the Battery Pack or Charger. There are no customer serviceable parts inside. Use normal household
voltage (110 volts) when charging the Battery Pack. Plug the Charger Power Supply directly into the electrical outlet.
• Exercise care in handling the Battery Pack in order not to short-circuit it with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys.
When short-circuited, the Battery Pack or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
• Never dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire, as the Battery Pack may explode. Never open or mutilate the Battery Pack; released electrolyte
is corrosive and will cause damage to eyes, skin, or clothes. Battery Pack electrolyte is toxic if swallowed or if you inhale the fumes.
• A small leakage of liquid from the Battery Pack may occur under extreme usage, charging, or temperature conditions. This does
not indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage gets on your skin, wash quickly with soap and water and
neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. If the Battery Pack liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean water
for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
• Please dispose of your used Battery Packs responsibly by recycling them, never throw away used Battery Packs in your household
trash. Call your local Solid Waste Management District or your local waste handler to locate the collection site nearest you. Some
collection sites recycle Battery Packs year-round; others collect them periodically.
You can also visit the Web site of Earth 911 for more information [www.earth911.org]. Once there, click the Municipal HHW link under
Hazardous Household Waste, and enter your zip code. The site lists recycling centers located near you. You can also visit our website
www.neutonpower.com and click on “Customer Service” to find distribution centers across the country that will accept your Battery Pack
for 100% recycling of the plastic, nickel and cadmium.
To learn more about hazardous waste recycling, visit the Web site for the Environmental Protection Agency [www.epa.gov].
No list of Warnings and Cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur not covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense
and operate the NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw in a safe manner. Visit our website at www.neutonpower.com or call Toll Free:
1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.
Chapter 2: Unpacking the NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw and Charging the Battery Pack
Carton Contents:
- NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw (fully assembled) w/Bar Chain Cover
- Battery Pack and Charger
- (1) Bottle of Bar & Chain Oil
- Safety and Operating Instructions
Unpacking:
1. Carefully remove the Chain Saw, Battery Pack, Charger, Oil, and the Safety and Operating Instructions from the Shipping Carton. Make
sure that all items listed in the Carton Contents are included.
2. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. If you find damaged or missing parts, call
Toll Free: 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.
NOTE: Do not discard the Shipping Carton and packaging material until you are fully satisfied with your new NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw.

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Charge the Battery Pack before your first use.
The NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw comes with a sealed, Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack. The Battery Pack is 18 volts and rated at 1.7
amp-hours. The Battery Pack should not leak, regardless of the position in which it is stored. Read “Handling the Battery Safely” in Chapter 1
for additional information. The Battery Pack is completely maintenance free. You never need to add water. With all rechargeable Batteries,
after years of use, they will eventually need replacement.
You MUST charge the Battery Pack for at least five (5) to six (6) hours before you use the Saw for the first time. If you do not charge it
before using the Saw, the Battery Pack’s charging capacity may decrease.
• Make sure the Charger Power Supply is plugged into a normal household voltage, 120volts, 60Hz, AC only.
• You should operate the Battery Charger in a dry place with temperatures between 40ºF (5ºC) and +95ºF (+35ºC).
• Disconnect Charger Power Supply from the household voltage power when not in use to prevent damage to the Charger during a
power surge.
• Periodically inspect the Cord on the Charger unit for damage. If damage occurs, do not use the Charger until you have replaced or
repaired the Cord. Do not abuse the Cord. Never carry the Charger by the Cord. Always pull the plug – and not the Cord – when
disconnecting the Power Supply from the electrical outlet (wall outlet) and from the Charger. When using an extension Cord with your
Charger, use a heavy-duty extension Cord.
• It may take up to five (5) charging and discharging cycles before your Battery Pack provides maximum life.
• A Battery Pack may last much longer if you charge it as soon as it starts to lose power and not let it completely discharge. Recharge the
Battery Pack as soon as the cutting power of your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw is no longer effective. This would be a good time
to have a spare Battery Pack ready to go. Recharge the Battery Pack for five (5) to six (6) hours and remove it from the Charger.
• A good time to consider purchasing a replacement Battery Pack is when the Battery Pack takes longer than six (6) hours to charge.
1. Plug the Charger Power Supply into a standard household electrical outlet (Figure 1).
2. Place Battery Pack in the Charger (Figure 1). The Battery Pack and Charger have keyways so they will fit together only one way.
When properly connected, the RED Charger Indicator Light (LED) will glow (Figure 1).
NOTE: The Charger Indicator Light will glow RED continuously while charging. When fully charged the LED light will glow GREEN.
When installing the Battery Pack, DO NOT push the Lock-Off Button or squeeze the Trigger ON/OFF Switch (Figure 2).
1. Install the Charged Battery Pack in your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw by aligning the connector on the Battery Pack with
the receptacle at the rear of the Saw and insert the Battery Pack (Figure 2) until the Latches on each side of the Battery Pack snap
into place; assuring a secure connection to the Saw. Again, the Battery Pack and Saw Housing have keyways so they will fit
together only one way.
2. To remove the Battery Pack, simply press both Latches on sides of the Battery Pack to release the Battery Pack from the NEUTON
Battery-Powered Chain Saw Housing (Figure 2) and pull the Battery Pack straight out.
Figure 1 Figure 2
Latch (1 on each side)
Battery Pack Charge
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Charger Indicator
Light (LED)
Power
Supply
Trigger ON/OFF Switch
Lock-Off Button
Oil Tank Cap