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 Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................... 2 Maintenance .............................................. 11
Specifications ............................................. 5 Parts List and Diagram .............................. 14
Assembly .................................................... 5 Warranty .................................................... 16
Operation .................................................... 8
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WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS

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.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate injury.
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Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

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Power Cord Safety

WARNING! - To reduce the risk of electric 3. Do not Abuse Cord - Do not carry appliance
shock, use only with an extension cord by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle.
intended for outdoor use, such as an Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
extension cord of cord type
SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, 4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
SJOW-A, SJTW-A. or SJTOW-A. appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other) and will require the use
1. Extension Cord - Make sure your extension cord of a polarized extension cord. The appliance
is in good condition. When using an extension plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension
the current your product will draw. An undersized cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit,
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extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage obtain a correct polarized extension cord.
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
5. A polarized extension cord will require the use
2. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the
protection should be provided on the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does
circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the
gardening appliance. Receptacles are plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
available having built-in GFCI protection and to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change
may be used for this measure of safety. 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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 Extension Cord Size Connecting Cords
The following table shows the correct cord To reduce the risk of the cords pulling apart
size to use depending on cord length and during operation, do one of the following:
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use a. Make a knot as shown below
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the then connect the cords:
gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Extension Appliance

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TABLE A – MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR Cord Cord
EXTENSION CORDS (120 VOLT)
Ampere Rating EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 2
(at full load) 25′ 50′ 100′ 150′
0–6 18 16 16 14
6 – 10 18 16 14 12
10 – 12 16 16 14 12 1
12 – 16 14 12 Not recommended
b. Or, use a plug-receptacle retaining
strap or connector designed to hold
extension cords to appliance cords.

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Personal Safety
1. Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or 4. Do not Overreach -
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear
is recommended when working outdoors. 5. Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. common sense. Do not operate appliance when
you are tired.
2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles,
hard hat and heavy-duty rubber work 6. DANGER! People with pacemakers should
gloves. Use face or dust mask if not use pole saws. Pole saws produce
operation is dusty. strong electromagnetic fields that can cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
3. Avoid Unintentional Starting - People with pacemakers should consult
Do not carry plugged-in appliance with finger on their physician(s) for advice.

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switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

Gardening Appliance Use and Care

1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - 8. Disconnect Appliance - Disconnect the
Do not use appliances in damp or wet locations. appliance from the power supply when not
in use, before servicing, when changing
2. Do Not Use In Rain. accessories such as blades, and the like.
3. Keep Children Away - All visitors should 9. Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the
be kept at a distance from work area. appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
4. When servicing use only identical
operate properly and perform its intended function.
replacement parts.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
5. Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other condition that may affect its operation. A guard
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for any job except that for which it is intended.

or other part that is damaged should be properly
6. Do Not Force Appliance - It will do the repaired or replaced by a qualified technician
job better and with less likelihood of injury unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
at the rate for which it was designed.
10. Carefully follow cutting procedures
7. Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use, explained in this manual. They are specifically
appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and planned to reduce risk to the operator.
high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
11. Lock pole in place securely
before using Pole Saw.

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 12. 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
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handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

Vibration Hazard
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:

1. Anyone using vibrating appliances regularly 3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the vibration
or for an extended period should first be effects on the user.
examined by a doctor and then have regular
medical check-ups to ensure medical problems 4. Use appliances with the lowest vibration when
are not being caused or worsened from use. there is a choice between different processes.
Pregnant women or people who have impaired
5. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
blood circulation to the hand, past hand injuries,
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nervous system disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s 6. Grip appliance as lightly as possible

Disease should not use this appliance. If you (while still keeping safe control of it).
feel any symptoms related to vibration (such as Let the appliance do the work.
tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible. 7. To reduce vibration, maintain the appliance
as explained in this manual. If any abnormal
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.

General Safety
1. Stop working when you feel tired or exhausted. 8. Keep proper footing and operate the garden
Make regular breaks to rest. power tool only when standing on fixed,
secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable
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2. Keep all parts of the body away from saw chain. surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of
Do not remove cut material or hold material to balance or control of the garden power tool.
be cut when saw chain is moving. Make sure the
switch is off when clearing jammed material. 9. When cutting a limb that is under tension, be
alert for spring back. When the tension in the
3. Hold Pole Saw by insulated gripping surfaces wood fibers is released, the limb may strike the
only, because the saw chain may contact operator and/or throw the tool out of control.
hidden wiring or its own cord. Saw chains
contacting a “live” wire may make exposed 10. Use extreme caution when cutting brush
metal parts of the garden power tool “live” and and saplings. The slender material may catch
could give the operator an electric shock. the saw chain and be whipped around.

4. Keep power cord away from cutting area. 11. Carry Pole Saw with tool switched off and
During operation the power cord may be hidden in away from your body. Proper handling of
shrubs and can be accidentally cut by the blade. the Pole Saw will reduce the likelihood of
accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
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5. Before use, make sure the saw chain

is not contacting anything. 12. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain
tensioning and changing accessories.
6. Hold Pole Saw with both hands on the handle. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may
either break or increase the chance for kickback.
7. Do not operate Pole Saw from within a tree.
Operation of tool while up in a tree
may result in personal injury.

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13. Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or d. Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening
incorrect operating procedures or conditions. and maintenance instructions for the
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge
guide bar touches an object, or when the wood height can lead to increased kickback.
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
14. Keep handles dry, clean, and
Kickback can be avoided by taking free from oil and grease.

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proper precautions as given below:
15. Use for cutting wood only. Do not use for cutting
a. Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials.
encircling the Pole Saw handles, with both
hands on the saw and position your body and 16. Do not touch guide bar tip to any object.
arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Tip contact may cause guide bar to move
Kickback forces can be controlled by the suddenly upward and backwards.
operator, if proper precautions are taken.
Do not let go of the garden power tool. 17. Maintain labels and nameplates on the appliance.
These carry important safety information.
b. Do not overreach. This helps prevent unintended If unreadable or missing, contact
tip contact and enables better control of the Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
garden power tool in unexpected situations.
c. Only use replacement bars and chains 18. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot

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specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect
replacement bars and chains may cause cover all possible conditions and situations
chain breakage and/or kickback. that may occur. 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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Specifications

Electrical Rating 120 VAC / 60 Hz / 6.5 A

Reach 6' to 8'10"
Bar Length 9.5"

Assembly Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS section at the beginning of this manual
including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:

Release the Trigger and unplug the appliance from its electrical
outlet before assembling or making any adjustments.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

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 Saw Chain Assembly

1. Set the Pole Saw on a suitable flat surface Hex

with the cover facing upwards. Wrench
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(65)
2. Use Hex Wrench (65) to remove the Sprocket Clamp
(60-3) and End Cap (60-2). See Figure 1, right. Sprocket
End Cap Clamp
(60-2) (60-3)
Figure 1

3. Spread the Saw Chain (63) out with

the cutting edges of the chain pointing
in the direction of rotation.
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4. Slide the chain into the slot around the

Chain Cover (64). See Figure 2, right.

Figure 2

Chain Tension
Note: Verify chain is installed with
Screw
correct direction of rotation.

5. Use the Hex Wrench to turn the chain tension Sprocket

screw counterclockwise. The Tension Pin (51) (57)
is moved toward the left. See Figure 3, right.
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Figure 3

Guide Rail (62)

6. Mount Saw Chain assembly over the Sprocket

(57) and align the slot in the Chain Cover
with the Guide Rail (62). Push the Chain
Cover to the left towards the Sprocket.

Note: Make sure the tension pin is inserted into the Tension Pin (51)
lower hole on the Guide Rail. See Figure 4, right.
Figure 4
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7. Replace the Sprocket Clamp and End

Cap and fasten back in place using
Hex Wrench. See Figure 5, right.

Figure 5

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Tensioning Saw Chain
Check the saw chain tension before use, after the first initial cuts, and
periodically after regular use (about every 5 cuts).

WARNING! A loose chain will increase the risk of

kickback and may jump out of guide bar groove, leading

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to possible serious injury and property damage. A loose
chain can also lead to rapid wear to chain and sprocket.

Note: After initial use, new chains can

lengthen considerably. This is normal during
the break-in period. Future adjustments will
lengthen Saw Chain more gradually.
Chain Tie Straps
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY: Unplug Pole Saw from power outlet
before adjusting saw chain tension.

1. Set Pole Saw on a suitable flat surface. Figure 6

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:

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Sharp cutting edges on saw chain. Wear heavy-
duty work gloves whenever handling Saw Chain.

2. Use the flat end of the Hex Wrench to turn

the chain tension screw clockwise until the
chain tie straps just touch the bottom edge
of the guide bar. See Figure 6, left.

3. The correct chain tension is reached when the Saw

Chain can be lifted by 2-4 mm from the center of
the chain bar. Use one hand to lift the chain against
the weight of the machine. See Figure 7, left.

CAUTION! Tensioning saw chain too tightly

will overload the motor and cause damage.
Figure 7
Insufficient tension can cause chain to derail.

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Note: The chain life depends mainly upon
sufficient lubrication and correct tensioning.

Lubricating Pole Saw

Note: The Pole Saw is not filled with oil. Fill with oil before using. The Pole Saw is equipped with an automatic
oiling system. The oiling system automatically delivers the proper amount of oil to the bar and chain.

1. Set Pole Saw down with the Oil 7. CAUTION! Do not operate Pole Saw without enough
Tank Cap (13) facing upward. lubrication oil. Running the Pole Saw dry or with too
little oil will decrease cutting efficiency, shorten Saw
2. Add lubrication oil (either SAE30 or Chain life, and cause rapid wear and overheating.
SAE10) until reservoir is full.
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3. The oil tank holds 110mI lubrication oil, which

will lubricate the chain for 20-25 minutes of
cutting. The oil tank level can be checked by
way of the oil level gauge. See Figure 8, left.

4. Check oil level gauge before start-up and Oil

regularly during operation. Refill oil before Level
oil level is lower than “MIN” marking. Gauge

5. Use clean cloth to wipe up an excess or spilled oil.

6. Replace oil filler cap and tighten. Figure 8

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 Operating Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual
including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

• Before operating the gardening appliance, put on ANSI-approved safety goggles, hard hat
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and other safety gear. Safety goggles and other safety gear are sold separately.

• If an extension cord is used, ensure that it is an outdoor type extension cord

and that it is the correct design to accept this appliance’s plug.

WARNING! TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY:

The extension cord must remain secured to the appliance’s plug. Secure the extension cord by
either using the knot method explained in the safety warning section, or by using a device
designed specifically for retaining the extension cord (sold separately).

Power Cord Routing

1. Route the power cord away from the work area to
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prevent it from contacting with the blade. Plan your

route before starting work. Start your work at the Cable Lock
nearest point to the electrical outlet, and work away
from it. This will keep the power cord away from
the Pole Saw and avoid it being accidentally cut.

2. Keep the power cord over your

shoulder for added safety.

3. For tension relief of the power cord, loop the cord

and bring this through the opening at the handle and Figure 10
insert it into the Cable Hook. See Figure 10, right.

Adjusting Cutting Length

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
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Always release the Trigger and unplug the

Pole Saw before any adjustment. Locking
Sleeve
1. The cutting length of the Pole Saw can be
adjusted according to required cutting height.
Unscrew the locking sleeve in clockwise
direction and adjust the pole bar.

2. After adjusting required length, tighten the

locking sleeve. See Figure 11, right.
Figure 11

Activating/Deactivating Pole Saw

1. The Pole Saw is fitted with a lock button feature.
To start Pole Saw, depress the Lock Button then Trigger
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fully press and hold the Trigger. The Lock Button

can now be released. See Figure 12, right.
Cable
Note: It is not necessary to maintain pressure on Hook
the Lock Button once the Trigger is squeezed and
the motor is running. The Lock Button is a safety
device to avoid accidental start-up of the device. Lock
Button
2. The Pole Saw will automatically stop once
the Trigger is released. The Lock Button will
have to be depressed and the switch trigger Figure 12
squeezed to restart the Pole Saw motor.

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Avoiding Kickback During Use
1. Kickback occurs when the chain (at the tip of 2. To avoid kickback:
the guide bar) comes in contact with a log or a. Saw with guide bar at a flat angle.
wood, or when the saw chain becomes jammed,
often when sawing sideward, slanted or duri TO b. Do not work with a loose,
PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:ng lengthwise cuts. overstretched or worn out chain.

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c. Ensure chain is sharpened correctly.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: When
kickback occurs, the Pole Saw can react unpredictably d. Do not work with the tip of the guide bar.
and cause severe injuries to the operator or bystanders. e. Hold the chain saw firmly with both hands.
f. Use a low kickback chain.
g. Ensure correct chain tension.

Handling Pole Saw

1. Hold the Pole Saw with both WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Do

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hands using the soft grip. not operate the Pole Saw with arms fully extended
or attempt to saw areas that are difficult to reach.
2. Fully grip both handles at all times during operation.
7. Keep a firm, steady pressure on the Pole Saw while
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: working. Do not try to force the Pole Saw through
Do not operate Pole Saw using only one hand. the wood, let the chain do the work. Use the
gripping teeth to apply minimal leverage pressure.
3. Hold the Pole Saw at a max. angle of 60° from
the horizontal level. See Figure 13, right. 8. Use caution when reaching end of cut.
The Pole Saw’s weight may change unexpectedly
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Do
as it cuts free from the wood. Always remove the
not stand directly under the limb you are sawing.
Pole Saw from a wood cut while it is running.
Objects may fall different than expected. Position
yourself well out of the path of falling limbs. Keep
bystanders away from cutting end of garden power
tool and a safe distance from the work area.

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4. Maintain a minimum distance of
thirty feet to bystanders.

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Do not

stand on a ladder or other support while using Pole Saw.

5. Make sure the power cord is located to the

rear, away from the chain and wood, and
kept free of branches during cutting.

6. Hold the Pole Saw to the side of your body.

Figure 13
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 Cutting Thin Branches

1. Thin branches can be

cut off with a single cut.
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2. To prevent the branch from

slivering and buckling,
cut the branch off in several pieces.
See Figure 14, right.

Figure 14

Cutting Thick Branches

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1. When cutting larger branches,

the following four cuts are necessary:
a. First cut into the branch from below, outside
of the location where you intend to cut off the
branch. The cut should go one third to halfway
through the branch. See Cut 1 on Figure 15, right.
b. Cut into the branch from the top, making sure
it’s outside from where the branch is to be sawn.
See Cut 2 on Figure 15, right.
c. To keep stump and branch from splintering,
do a stub undercut below branch.
See Cut 3, on Figure 15, right.
d. Cut off the stump with one clean cut from top to
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bottom. If desired, seal the cut with a suitable

compound. See Cut 4 on Figure 15, right.

2. When finished cutting, turn off the Pole Saw

and disconnect its power supply after use. Figure 15

3. Clean, then store the appliance

indoors out of children’s reach.
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Maintenance And Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual

must be performed only by a qualified technician.

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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION OR ELECTRIC SHOCK:
Release the Trigger and unplug the appliance from its electrical outlet before
performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment.
If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

Cleaning, Maintenance and Lubrication

1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general 5. Clean Pole Saw with a brush or cloth.
condition of the appliance. Check for loose screws, WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:

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misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked Do not clean the Pole Saw while it is running.
or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any
other condition that may affect its safe operation. 6. Do not use any solvents or water to remove dirt.

2. AFTER USE, clean external surfaces of 7. Ensure that all hardware (screws, nuts, etc.)
the appliance with clean, moist cloth. is tight at all times so that you can
safely work with the Pole Saw.
3. REGULARLY check for loose, dislodged or
damaged chain and guide bar, loose fixings 8. CAUTION! If the supply cord of this
and worn or damaged components. appliance is damaged, it must be replaced
only by a qualified service technician.
4. Check that covers and guards are undamaged and
correctly fitted. WARNING! Do not use Pole Saw 9. Store Pole Saw in a dry, secure
if guards are damaged. Make sure that all repairs location away from children.
are handled by a qualified service technician.

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Replacing/Changing Saw Chain and Guide Bar
1. Check the condition of the saw chain and 2. Over time, the circular groove of the guide
its mounting at regular intervals. bar will show wear on the lower edge. When
a. If the saw chain is worn or blunt it must be replacing the chain, turn the chain bar 180° to
replaced or sharpened immediately; allow even wear, extending chain bar life.

b. If the Pole Saw starts to suffer from excessive 3. If the guide bar is worn out or damaged,
vibrations, this means that the saw chain or replace it with an identical guide bar.
guide bar has not been balanced correctly or
has suffered deformation due to impacts. In
this case it must be repaired or replaced.
c. Assemble the chain and guide bar as
described in “Saw Chain Assembly and
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Tensioning” sections on pages 6 and 7.

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 Lubricating Drive Sprocket
1. Unplug the chain saw from the power source.

Note: It is not necessary to remove the saw

chain to lubricate the guide bar sprocket tip.
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2. After about every ten uses, clean

the guide bar sprocket tip.

3. Using disposable lube gun (not included), insert

needle nose into the lubrication hole and inject
grease until it appears at the outside edge
of the sprocket tip. See Figure 16, right.

4. Make sure to switch Pole Saw off and rotate the saw
chain by hand. Repeat the lubrication procedure Figure 16
until the entire sprocket tip has been greased.

5. Check drive sprocket. If it is worn out or damaged,

have it replaced by a qualified service technician.
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Cleaning Guide Bar Rails

1. Remove side cover, guide bar and saw chain.

2. After every ten regular uses, take a screwdriver

or putty knife (not included) and clear residue
from the rails on the guide bar. This will keep the
oil passages open to provide proper lubrication
to the bar and chain. See Figure 17, right.

3. Reinstall the bar, chain (adjust tension),

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sprocket cover and bar bolt retaining nuts.

Figure 17
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Sharpening Saw Chain

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1. Ensure the chain is correctly tensioned.
See Figure 18, right.

Figure 18

2. Use a round file (not included) with a diameter of 1.1

times the cutting tooth depth. Make sure 20 percent
of the file diameter is above the cutter’s top plate.

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3. File at an angle perpendicular to the bar and at an
angle of 25 degrees to the direction of travel.
See Figure 19, right.

Figure 19

4. File each tooth from the inside towards outside only.

File one side of the chain first, then turn the
Pole Saw around and repeat the process.

5. Sharpen each tooth equally by using the same

number of strokes. See Figure 20, right.

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6. Keep all cutter lengths equal.

7. If the depth gauges are also trimmed,

make sure the original profile be restored.
Use a depth gauge measuring instrument
to check the height of the depth gauge.
Figure 20

Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Pole Saw does not start. 1. Power supply interrupted. 1. Check the power supply.
2. Power cord or plug is damaged. 2. Have a certified electrician check
power cord and plug.
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3. Other electrical defect to Pole Saw. 3. Have a certified electrician check Pole Saw.
Pole Saw does not 1. Extension cord is too long and/ 1. Check and adjust rip fence.
operate at full output. or has cross section is too small.
2. Power supply voltage 2. Connect Pole Saw to another power outlet.
(generator) is too low.
Bade cutting result. 1. Saw chain not tensioned properly. 1. Tension saw chain properly
2. Saw chain dull. 2. Sharpen saw chain or replace.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.

Disconnect power supply before service.

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 Parts List and Diagram

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
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MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

Parts List

Part Description Qty Part Description Qty Part Description Qty

1 Power Cord 1 25 Label 1 42 Nut (M5) 1
ASSEMBLY

2 Strain Relief 1 26 Oil Connector 1 43 Bearing (606) 1

3 ST Screw 4*14 5 27 Oil Tube 1 44 Retaining Ring 1
4 ST Screw 4*12 1 28 Oil Tube Spring 1 45 Big Gear 1
5 Right Handle 1 29 Pump 1 46 Output Shaft 1
6 ST Screw 4*12 2 29-1 Turbine Gear 1 47 Bearing (6900) 1
7 Cable Clamp 1 29-2 Turbine 1 48 ST Screw 4*12 4
8 Control Switch 1 29-3 Piston Frame 1 49 Right Housing Inlay 1
9 Left Handle 1 29-4 Piston Sleeve 1 49-1 Machine Screw 4*8 1
10 Lock Switch Spring 1 29-5 Pump Body 1 49-2 Washer 1
11 Trigger 1 29-6 Pump Spring 1 49-3 Self Locking Nut (M8) 1
12 Lock Switch 1 30 Flange ST Screw 3*8 2 49-4 Rt. Hsg. Inlay Gasket 1
13 Spring 1 31 Tank 1 49-5 Right Housing Inlay 1
14 Cable Clamp 1 31-1 Oil Tube Spring 1 49-6 Oil Output Gasket 1
15 ST Screw 4*12 2 31-2 Oil Tube 1 50 Stretching Screw 1
16 ST Screw 5*20 2 31-3 Tank Gasket 1 51 Tension Pin 1
17 Spring Wire 1 31-4 Tank Connector 1 52 Sponge Washer 1
OPERATION

18 Tube 1 31-5 Sponge 1 53 Rubber Pad 2

18-1 Middle Tube 1 31-6 Choke Plug 1 54 Sponge Washer 3
18-2 Rivet 2 31-7 Tank 1 55 Right Housing 1
18-3 Draw Tube Reed 1 32 Tank Cap 1 56 ST Screw 4*14 8
18-4 Tube Connector 1 32-1 Valve 1 57 Sprocket 1
18-5 Tube Conn. Washer 1 32-2 Tank Cap Gasket 1 58 Retaining Ring 1
18-6 Tube Conn. Sleeve 1 32-3 Tank Cap 1 59 ST Screw 5*20 2
18-7 Tube Connector 1 32-4 Tank Cap Cover 1 60 End Cap 1
18-8 Guide Pin 1 33 Wire (L-70) 2 60-1 End Cap Gasket 1
18-9 Big Retaining Ring 1 34 Stator 1 60-2 End Cap 1
18-10 Tube Sleeve 1 35 Bearing (607) 1 60-3 Sprocket Clamp 1
18-11 Large Tube 1 36 Carbon Brush 2 60-4 Nameplate 1
20 Left Housing 1 37 Bushing 2 61 Inner Hex Screw 8*25 1
21 Cable Clamp 1 38 Brush Holder 2 62 Guide Bar 1
22 ST Screw 4*12 2 39 Rotor 1 63 Saw Chain 1
23 Sponge Washer 1 40 Bearing (608) 1 64 Chain Cover 1
MAINTENANCE

24 Sponge Washer 1 41 Small Gear 1 65 Hex Wrench 1

Record Product’s Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.

Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available
individually as replacement parts. Specify UPC 193175471734 when ordering parts.

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Assembly Diagram

SAFETY
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE

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 Limited 90 Day Warranty

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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