Portland 56808 Assembly instructions

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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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Safety ......................................................... 2
Specifications ............................................. 5
Assembly .................................................... 7
Operation .................................................... 9
Maintenance .............................................. 12
Parts List and Diagram .............................. 14
Warranty .................................................... 16
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This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
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could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
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1. 6Z$*8#"&8%O&(9%?%Make sure your extension cord
is in good condition. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized
extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
2. S(&'89%;,'7$%O"(4'"$%L8$*(('/$*(%\S;OL]%
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3,(9*8"83%,//7",84*1%%Receptacles are
available having built-in GFCI protection and
may be used for this measure of safety.
3. T&%8&$%F+'#*%O&(9%?%Do not carry appliance
by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle.
Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
4. G&%(*9'4*%$.*%("#W%&2%*7*4$("4%#.&4W=%$."#%
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&2%,%/&7,("_*9%*Z$*8#"&8%4&(91 The appliance
plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension
cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit,
obtain a correct polarized extension cord.
5. F%/&7,("_*9%*Z$*8#"&8%4&(9%)"77%(*<'"(*%$.*%'#*%
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polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the
plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change
the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle,
or extension cord plug in any way. This design is
referred to as double-insulated, indicated by .

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The following table shows the correct cord
size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.
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6 – 10 18 16 14 12
10 – 12 16 16 14 12
12 – 16 14 12 Not recommended
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To reduce the risk of the cords pulling apart
during operation, do one of the following:
a. Make a knot as shown below
then connect the cords:
b.
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1. T(*##%J(&/*(7V%? 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.
2. R*,(%FMEL?,//(&^*9%#,2*$V%3&337*#=%%
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37&^*#1% Use face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
3. F^&"9%U8"8$*8$"&8,7%E$,($"83%?
Do not carry plugged-in appliance with finger on
switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
4. T&%8&$%I^*((*,4.%?%
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
5. E$,V%F7*($%? Watch what you are doing. Use
common sense. Do not operate appliance when
you are tired.
6. TFMS6KY%J*&/7*%)"$.%/,4*5,W*(#%#.&'79%
8&$%'#*%/&7*%#,)#1%%Pole saws produce
strong electromagnetic fields that can cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
People with pacemakers should consult
their physician(s) for advice.
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Do not use appliances in damp or wet locations.
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3. e**/%O."79(*8%F),V%? All visitors should
be kept at a distance from work area.
4. R.*8%#*(^"4"83%'#*%&87V%"9*8$"4,7%
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5. U#*%K"3.$%F//7",84*%? Do not use appliance
for any job except that for which it is intended.
6. T&%M&$%;&(4*%F//7",84*%?%It will do the
job better and with less likelihood of injury
at the rate for which it was designed.
7. E$&(*%L97*%F//7",84*#%L89&&(#%?%When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and
high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
8. T"#4&88*4$%F//7",84*%?%Disconnect the
appliance from the power supply when not
in use, before servicing, when changing
accessories such as blades, and the like.

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9. O.*4W%T,5,3*9%J,($#%?%Before further use of the
appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate 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 a qualified technician
unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
10. O,(*2'77V%2&77&)%4'$$"83%/(&4*9'(*#%
*Z/7,"8*9%"8%$."#%5,8',71%They are specifically
planned to reduce risk to the operator.
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12. N,"8$,"8%F//7",84*%R"$.%O,(*%?%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.
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This appliance vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent
physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
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Pregnant women or people who have impaired
blood circulation to the hand, past hand injuries,
nervous system disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s
Disease should not use this appliance. If you
feel any symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.
2. T&%8&$%#5&W*%9'("83%'#*1 Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
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Let the appliance do the work.
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vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
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Make regular breaks to rest.
2. e**/%,77%/,($#%&2%$.*%+&9V%,),V%2(&5%#,)%4.,"81%
Do not remove cut material or hold material to
be cut when saw chain is moving. Make sure the
switch is off when clearing jammed material.
3. d&79%J&7*%E,)%+V%"8#'7,$*9%3("//"83%#'(2,4*#%
&87V=%because the saw chain may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. Saw chains
contacting a “live” wire may make exposed
metal parts of the garden power tool “live” and
could give the operator an electric shock.
4. e**/%/&)*(%4&(9%,),V%2(&5%4'$$"83%,(*,1%
During operation the power cord may be hidden in
shrubs and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
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7. T&%8&$%&/*(,$*%J&7*%E,)%2(&5%)"$."8%,%$(**1%%
Operation of tool while up in a tree
may result in personal injury.
8. e**/%/(&/*(%2&&$"83%,89%&/*(,$*%$.*%3,(9*8%
/&)*(%$&&7%&87V%).*8%#$,89"83%&8%2"Z*9=%
#*4'(*%,89%7*^*7%#'(2,4*1 Slippery or unstable
surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of
balance or control of the garden power tool.
9. R.*8%4'$$"83%,%7"5+%$.,$%"#%'89*(%$*8#"&8=%+*%
,7*($%2&(%#/("83%+,4W1%When the tension in the
wood fibers is released, the limb may strike the
operator and/or throw the tool out of control.
10. T&%8&$%'#*%2&(%+&(*%4'$$"83=%2*77"83%&(%+'4W"831%%
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13. U#*%*Z$(*5*%4,'$"&8%).*8%4'$$"83%+('#.%
,89%#,/7"83#1 The slender material may catch
the saw chain and be whipped around.

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Electrical Rating 120 VAC / 60 Hz / 7 A
Guide Bar 8", Sprocket Nose, Low Kickback
Saw Chain
Oregon #91
Gauge: 0.050"
Pitch: 3/8″
Lubrication: Bar and chain oil (sold separately)
If not available, SAE 30W motor oil may be used
14. O,((V%J&7*%E,)%)"$.%$&&7%#)"$4.*9%&22%,89%
,),V%2(&5%V&'(%+&9V1%Proper handling of
the Pole Saw will reduce the likelihood of
accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
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Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may
either break or increase the chance for kickback.
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Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the
guide bar touches an object, or when the wood
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Kickback can be avoided by taking
proper precautions as given below:
a. Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers
encircling the Pole Saw handles, with both
hands on the saw and position your body and
arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
Kickback forces can be controlled by the
operator, if proper precautions are taken.
Do not let go of the garden power tool.
b. Do not overreach. This helps prevent unintended
tip contact and enables better control of the
garden power tool in unexpected situations.
c. Only use replacement bars and chains
specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect
replacement bars and chains may cause
chain breakage and/or kickback.
d. Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening
and maintenance instructions for the
saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge
height can lead to increased kickback.
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18. U#*%2&(%4'$$"83%)&&9%&87V1 Do not use for cutting
plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials.
19. T&%8&$%$&'4.%3'"9*%+,(%$"/%$&%,8V%&+X*4$1%
Tip contact may cause guide bar to move
suddenly upward and backwards.
20. N,"8$,"8%7,+*7#%,89%8,5*/7,$*#%&8%$.*%,//7",84*1%%
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
21. G.*%),(8"83#=%/(*4,'$"&8#=%,89%"8#$('4$"&8#%
9"#4'##*9%"8%$."#%"8#$('4$"&8%5,8',7%4,88&$%
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$.,$%5,V%&44'(1 It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
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following pages, refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 14.
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refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
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1. P6;IK6%;LKEG%UE6- Soak Saw Chain in bar
and chain oil (sold separately) overnight.
2. Remove Drive Cover Hex Bolt using Hex Wrench
end of included tool, then remove Drive Cover.
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Guide Bar’s groove, making sure chain is
installed in correct rotation direction.
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6. Tighten Tensioning Screw until bottoms
of cutters contact bottom of Guide Bar,
then tighten an additional 1/4 turn.
7. Replace Drive Cover, then tighten
Drive Cover Hex Bolt.
8. Tension Saw Chain according to G*8#"&8%
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Check tension:
a. Before every use.
b. Often during first half hour of use.
c. Periodically during use.
1. Snap Test: Pull Saw Chain away from
bottom of Guide Bar, then let go. Saw Chain
should snap back to its original position,
solidly contacting bottom of Guide Bar.
2. Pull Saw Chain by hand around Guide Bar
several times, it should feel snug and
move freely around Guide Bar.
3. Adjust tension as necessary by tightening or
loosening Tensioning Screw, then repeating steps
1. and 2., until proper tension is achieved.
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M&$*- Oil is automatically applied to
the Saw Chain during operation.
Fill Oiler Reservoir:
a. Before every use.
b. When oil level reaches MIN
mark on Oil Level Gauge.
1. Remove Oil Fill Cap.
2. Using funnel, fill tank with bar and
chain oil (sold separately).
3. Use clean cloth to remove excess oil.
4. Replace Oil Fill Cap and tighten.
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length, then tighten Extension Collar securely.
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1. Designate a work area that is clean and well lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
2. Route the extension cord along a safe route to reach
the work area without creating a tripping hazard or
exposing the extension cord to possible damage.
The extension cord must reach the work area with
enough extra length to allow free movement while
working. Position the cord so that it will not be
caught on branches and the like during cutting.
3. Secure the extension cord by passing it
through Cord Clip Access Hole,then looping
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1. Connect extension cord to 120VAC outlet.
2. To start, push and hold Trigger Safety
Lock, then squeeze and hold Trigger.
Release Trigger Safety Lock.
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4. Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers
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hands on the saw and position your body and
arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
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maximum 60° from horizontal. Do not overreach.
6. Make sure Saw is running at full
speed before starting a cut.
7. Cut lower branches first.
8. Do not force Pole Saw, let Pole Saw do the work.
9. Remove the Pole Saw from a cut while it is running.