Craftsman 15174926, 15174326 Owner’s Manual

OPERATOR′S MANUAL

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

24V MAX* LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS POLE SAW

PODADORA DE ALTURA INALÁMBRICA CON BATERÍA DE IONES DE LITIO DE 24 V MÁX.*

Model No. 151.74326 (INCLUDES battery & charger)

Modelo no 151.74326 (INCLUYE batería y cargador)

Model No. 151.74926

(Battery & charger NOT INCLUDED)

Modelo no 151.74926

(Batería y cargador NO INCLUÍDOS)

NOTE: BAR & CHAIN OIL NOT INCLUDED. BAR & CHAIN OIL MUST BE ADDED PRIOR TO USE.

NOTA: ACEITE PARA BARRA Y CADENA NO INCLUIDO. SE DEBE AÑADIR ACEITE PARA BARRA Y CADENA ANTES DE USAR.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and

understand the operator's manual before using this product.

PRECAUCIÓN: Para reducir

el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual antes de utilizar este producto.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

Visit the Craftsman web page: www.craftsman.com

Visite el sitio Web de Craftsman: www.craftsman.com

Save this manual for future reference

Conserve este manual para futura referencia.

	* Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without workload) is 24 volts.
	Nominal working voltage is 21.6 volts.	3084514
	* La tensión inicial máxima de la batería (medida sin carga) es 24 voltios.
	La tensión de trabajo nominal es 21,6 volts.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS / TABLA DE CONTENIDOS

ENGLISH		ESPAÑOL
■ Warranty.....................................................................	2	■ Garantía................................	Sección de Inglés pág. 2
■ Introduction.................................................................	2	■ Introducción..........................	Sección de Inglés pág. 2
■ General Safety Instructions.....................................	3-4	■ Instrucciones generales de seguridad....................		3-5
■ Specific Safety Instructions.....................................	5-7	■ Instrucciones específicas de seguridad.................		5-8
■ Symbols...................................................................	8-9	■ Símbolos...............................................................		9-10
■ Features...................................................................	10	■ Características..........................................................		11
■ Assembly.............................................................	11-12	■Armado................................................................		12-13
■ Battery Pack and Charger..................................	13-14	■ Batería y cargador...............................................		14-15
■ Operation.............................................................	15-19	■ Funcionamiento...................................................		16-20
■ Care and Maintenance........................................	20-24	■ Cuidados y mantenimiento.................................		21-25
■ Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal...................	25	■ Eliminación ambientalmente segura de la batería.. 26
■ Troubleshooting.......................................................	26	■ Resolución de problemas........................................		27
■ Illustrated Parts List.............................................	27-28	■ Lista de piezas, ilustrada....................................		28-29
■ Figure Numbers (Illustrations).................................	i-xi	■ Números de las figuras (ilustraciones)....................		i-xi

CRAFTSMAN LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR TWO YEARS from the date of sale, this power tool is warranted against defects in material or workmanship.

FOR ONE YEAR from the sale date a supplied battery pack or charger is warranted against material or workmanship defects.

WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective product will be replaced free of charge.

For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web page: www.craftsman.com/warranty

This warranty does not cover the bar and chain which are expendable parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.

This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

GARANTÍA LIMITADA CRAFTSMAN	* * *

DURANTE DOS AÑOS a contar de la fecha de venta, esta herramienta está garantizada contra defectos en sus materiales o fabricación.

DURANTE UN AÑO a contar de la fecha de venta, la batería o cargador incluidos con la herramienta están garantizados contra defectos en sus materiales o fabricación.

Un producto defectuoso puede reemplazarse por uno nuevo, de manera gratuita, considerando que se presente una PRUEBA DE VENTA.

Para conocer la cobertura de la garantía y obtener un reemplazo gratuito, visite el sitio Web www.craftsman.com/warranty

Esta garantía no cubre la barra ni la cadena, las cuales son piezas desechables que pueden desgastarse debido al uso normal dentro del periodo de garantía.

La garantía de un año se anula si el producto se usa para proporcionar servicios comerciales o si se le arrienda a otra persona.

Esta garantía le entrega derechos legales específicos que pueden variar según su estado (podría tener otros derechos adicionales).

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN

This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

* * *

Esta herramienta tiene muchas funciones para hacerla más agradable y cómoda de usar. Se ha dado máxima prioridad a la seguridad, rendimiento y dependencia en las etapas de diseño de este producto para que sea fácil de utilizar y mantener.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

	WARNING!	■ Use personal protective equipment. Always
		wear eye protection. Protective equipment
	Read and understand all instructions. Failure	such as dusk mask, non-skid safety shoes,
	to follow all instructions listed below may	hard hat, or hearing protection used for
	result in electric shock, fire and/or serious	appropriate conditions will reduce personal
	personal injury:	injuries. Secure long hair above shoulder
		level to prevent entanglement in moving
	■ Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered	parts.
	or dark areas invite accidents.	■ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
	■ Do not operate cordless power tools in	switch is in the off-position before installing
	explosive atmospheres, such as in the	battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
	presence of flammable liquids, gases, or	Carrying cordless power tools with your
	dust. Cordless power tools create sparks	finger on the switch or energizing cordless
	which may ignite the dust or fumes.	power tools that have the switch on invites
	■ Do not operate in poor lighting.	accidents.
		■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
	■ Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don’t use
	appliances in damp or wet locations. Don’t	and balance at all times. This enables better
		control of the tool in unexpected situations.
	Use In Rain.
		Operate the tool only when standing on fixed,
	■ Keep Children Away - All visitors should be
		secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable
	kept at a distance from work area.	surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of
	■ Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
		balance or control of the product.
	attention is necessary when used by or near	■ Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing
	children.	or jewelry. They can be caught in moving
	■ Do not expose cordless power tools to rain
		parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial
	or wet conditions. Do not handle plug or tool	footwear is recommended when working
	with wet hands. Water entering the tool will	outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
	increase the risk of electric shock.	contain long hair.
	■ Do not charge battery in rain, or damp or	■ Wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,
	wet location. Following this rule will reduce	boots, and gloves. Do not wear loose fitting
	the risk of electric shock.	clothing, shorts pants, sandals or similar
	■ Do not abuse the charger cord. Never use	lightweight footwear or go barefoot.
	the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging.	■ Keep all parts of your body away from any
	Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges	moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit.
	or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
	increase the risk of electric shock. If charger
	cord is damaged, replace the charger with	CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
	an identical model as listed in the Product
		WARNING!
	Specifications in this manual.
	■ Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing.	This product and substances that may
	Use common sense. Do not operate tools
		become airborne from its use may contain
	when you are tired or under the influence of
		chemicals, including lead, known to the State
	drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
		of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
	inattention while operating tools may result in
	serious personal injury.	other reproductive harm.
		Wash hands after handling.

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

■Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

■Don’t Force Power Tool - It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

■Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any cordless power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

■Disconnect the battery pack from the cordless power tool before making any adjustment, changing accessories, or storing. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

■Store Idle Power Tools Indoors - To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles. When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.

■Do not allow persons unfamiliar with the cordless power tool or these instructions to operate the tool. Cordless power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

■Maintain tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

■Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

■Use the cordless power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.

■Use Right Tool - Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.

■Recharge only with the charger listed in the Parts List of this manual. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

■Use cordless power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

■Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

■Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.

■Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or received a sharp blow.

■Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

■Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur; liquid may be ejected from the battery: avoid contact. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

■Do not dispose of battery packs in fire. They will explode or leak and cause injury. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

■Have your tool serviced by a qualified service center using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

■Use only the following model number battery: 71.98724 (24LB2513)

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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

■Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain. 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. A moment of inattention while operating the pole saw may result in serious personal injury.

■Hold the pole saw by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the saw chain may contact hidden wiring. Saw chains contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the pole saw “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

■Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when operating the pole saw. Before you start the pole saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating may cause entanglement of your clothing or body with the saw chain.

■Always hold the pole saw with both hands on the handle. Holding the pole saw with only one hand or on parts not intended for that increases the risk of personal injury and should never be done.

■Wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Further protective equipment for head, hands, legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the saw chain.

■Do not operate pole saw in a tree. Operation of a pole saw while up in a tree may result in personal injury.

■When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back. When the tension in the wood fibers is released, the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the pole saw out of control.

■Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.

■Carry the pole saw by the soft grip with the product switched off and away from your body. When transporting or storing the pole saw always fit the scabbard. Proper handling of the product will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.

■Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.

■Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing loss of control.

■Cut wood only. Do not use product for purposes not intended. For example: do not use pole saw for cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials. Use of the pole saw for operations different than intended could result in a hazardous situation.

■Pay attention to national and local regulations. National and local regulations may restrict the use of this product.

■Do not operate a pole saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Chain should stop turning when the trigger switch is released. If chain turns after the trigger switch has been released, discontinue pole saw use immediately. If within warranty period, return unit to retailer of purchase for replacement.

■Only use replacement guide bars and saw chains as Listed in the Product Specifications in this manual. Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/ or kickback, resulting in personal injuries and damage to property.

■Never remove or modify any guard or safety component. Ensure that guards and other safety components necessary for machine operation are in position, in good working condition and properly maintained to avoid injuries.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

KICKBACK

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.

Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator.

Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the operator.

Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious personal injury. Do not rely

exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw. As a product user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.

Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:

■Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the product handles, with both hands on the saw and position your body and arms 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 product.

■Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free from obstructions. Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, fence, or any other obstruction that

could be hit while you are operating the saw.

■Do not overreach. This helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the product in unexpected situations.

■Use replacement parts such as low kickback chain and special guide bars that reduce the risks associated with rotational kickback.

■Use only the replacement guide bars

and low kickback chains specified by the manufacturer for the saw.

■ Follow the sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.

VIBRATION AND NOISE REDUCTION

To reduce the impact of noise and vibration emission, limit the time of operation, as well as wear personal protective equipment.

Take the following points into account to minimize the vibration and noise exposure risks:

■Only use the product as intended by its design and these instructions.

■Ensure that the product is in good condition and well maintained.

■Use correct cutting attachments for

the product and ensure they are in good condition.

■Keep a tight grip on the handles/grip surface.

■Maintain the pole saw in accordance with these instructions and keep it well lubricated (where appropriate).

■Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a longer period of time.

EMERGENCY

Familiarize yourself with the use of this product by means of this instruction manual. Memorize the safety directions and follow them to the letter. This will help to prevent risks and hazards.

■Always be alert when using this product, so that you can recognize and handle risks early. Fast intervention can prevent serious injury and damage to property.

■Switch off and remove the battery pack if there is any malfunction. Have the product checked by a qualified service center and repaired, if necessary, before you put it into operation again.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even if you are operating this product in accordance with all the safety requirements, potential risks of injury and damage remain. The following dangers can arise in connection with the structure and design of this product:

■Health defects resulting from vibration emission if the product is being used over long periods of time or not adequately managed and properly maintained.

■Injuries and damage to property due to broken accessories or the sudden impact of hidden objects during use.

■Danger of injury and property damage caused by flying objects.

■Kickback

■Prolonged use of this product exposes the operator to vibrations and may produce ‘white finger’ disease. In order to reduce the risk, please wear gloves and keep your hands warm. If any of the ‘white finger’ symptoms appear, seek medical attention immediately. ‘White finger’ symptoms include: numbness, loss of feeling, tingling, pricking, pain, loss of strength, changes in skin color or condition. These symptoms normally appear in the fingers, hands or wrists. The risk increases at low temperatures.

BATTERY CHARGER

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

■Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

■Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

WARNING!

This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation! This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants! To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend

persons with medical implants to consult their doctor and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this product!

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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SYMBOLS

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	NAME	DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
	V	Volts	Voltage
	A	Amperes	Current
	Hz	Hertz	Frequency (cycles per second)
	W	Watt	Power
	hrs	Hours	Time
	/min	Per Minute	Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per
			minute
	no	No Load Speed	Rational speed, at no load
		Alternating Current	Type of current
		Direct Current	Type or a characteristic of current
		Lithium-Ion Battery	Designates that this tool is in compliance with
		Recycling	Lithium-Ion battery recycling program requirements
		Safety Alert	Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
		Read The Operator’s	To reduce the risk of injury user must read and
			understand operator’s manual before using this
		Manual
			product.
		Gloves	Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when
			handling this product.
		Safety Footwear	Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this
			product.
		Wet Conditions Alert	Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
		Risk of Electrocution	DANGER! Risk of electrocution!
		Electric Shock	Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe
			practices can result in electric shock.
		No Hands Symbol	Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will
			result in serious personal injury.
		Keep Bystanders Away	Keep all bystanders at least 50' (15 m) away.
		Rain Alert	Do not expose to rain or wet conditions.

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		SYMBOLS
SYMBOL	NAME	DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
	Eye Protection	Wear eye protection.
	Ear Protection	Wear ear protection.
	Bar Nose Contact	Avoid bar nose contact.
	Kickback	DANGER! Beware of kickback.
	One handed	Do not operate the saw using only one hand.
	Operate With Two	Hold and operate the saw properly with both hands.
	Hands
	Keep Away From Water	Do not dispose of battery packs in rivers or immerse
		in water.
	Keep Away From Fire	Do not dispose of battery packs in fiire. They will
		explode or leak and cause injury.
	Heat Alert	Do not expose battery packs to heat in excess of
		60ºC.

This product uses lithium-ion batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in

Recycle Symbol ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

	SYMBOL SIGNAL	MEANING
	DANGER	Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
		avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
	WARNING	Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
		avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
	CAUTION	Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
		avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
	CAUTION	(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may
		result in property damage.

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	FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Type................................................................................................		Cordless, battery-powered
Motor...................................................................................................................		24V max* d.c.
Guide Bar Length.............................................................................................................		8 inch
Oil Tank Capacity..............................................................................................................		70 ml
Chain Speed..................................................................................................		14.4 ft/s (4.4 m/s)
Max. Cutting Diameter..................................................................................................		6.9 inch
Weight with Battery......................................................................................		10.52 lbs (4.77 kg)
Weight without Battery.....................................................................................		9.48 lbs (4.3 kg)
Battery............................	MODEL #71.98724 (24LB2513)	24V max* d.c., 2.5 Ah Lithium-Ion
Charger
Model No.............................................................................................................		24LFC14-ETL
Rated Input Voltage......................................................................................................		120VAC
Rated Output Voltage.....................................................................................................		24VDC
Rated Output Current.........................................................................................................		2.5A
Charging Time from Zero to Full Charge..................................................................		70 minutes

Bar and Saw Chain

Oregon® Bar = 581851 Oregon® Chain = 91PX033X

KNOW YOUR POLE SAW

See Figure 1, page i

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product,

familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety instructions.

NOTE: BAR & CHAIN OIL NOT INCLUDED. BAR & CHAIN OIL MUST BE ADDED PRIOR TO USE.

REUSABLE SCABBARD

The scabbard keeps the operator from coming in contact with the sharp chain when the tool is not in use. It also helps keep the saw chain from being nicked or damaged when the tool is in storage.

SHOULDER STRAP

The shoulder strap helps the operator to carry the product.

CHAIN TENSIONING KNOB

This feature allows user to adjust the tension of the chain.

QUICK-VIEW OIL INDICATOR

Semi-transparent oil reservoir that allows user to see when to add oil.

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ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

■ Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

WARNING! Do not use this product if any of the separately listed parts in the Packing List are already assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.

■Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

■Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

■If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate the product. Return it for replacement to the retailer from which it was purchased.

151.74326 (KIT) PACKING LIST

Upper Pole with Bar, Chain and Scabbard Lower Pole with Main Handle and Switch Extension Pole with Locking Collar Auxiliary handle with Locking Knob and Bolt Shoulder Strap

Strap Hanger

(1) 24V Max* 2.5 Ah Lithium-Ion Battery

(1) 24V Max* Battery Charger Operator's Manual

151.74926 (TOOL ONLY) PACKING LIST

Upper Pole with Bar, Chain and Scabbard Lower Pole with Main Handle and Switch Extension Pole with Locking Collar Auxiliary handle with Locking Knob and Bolt Shoulder Strap

Strap Hanger Operator's Manual

BATTERY

IMPORTANT! The battery pack is not charged when the pole saw is purchased. Before using the pole saw, read all safety precautions and follow the instructions in the Battery Pack And Charger section. With regular use, the battery pack will need shorter charging time. When storing the pole saw, remove the battery pack. When ready to use pole saw again, charge the battery pack for at least 70 minutes.

WARNING! If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING! Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING! To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the product when assembling parts.

AUXILIARY HANDLE ASSEMBLY

See Figures 2-3, page ii

WARNING! Never use the product without the auxiliary handle properly fitted!

■Loosen the locking knob from the auxiliary handle.

■Align the auxiliary handle with the lower pole. (Fig. 2)

■Adjust the auxiliary handle to the most comfortable position.

■Insert the bolt in the hole on the auxiliary handle, tighten the locking knob and clamp the lever down to secure it. (Fig. 3)

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ASSEMBLY

NOTE: User can adjust the auxiliary handle to the desired height position for better use.

Follow the steps below to adjust the handle:

■Loosen the locking knob until the auxiliary handle can slide up or downward.

■Adjust the auxiliary handle to the desired height position.

■Tighten the locking knob to secure it and clamp down to secure handle.

POLE ASSEMBLY

See Figure 4, page ii

■Align the lower pole with the extension pole. The triangle-shaped recesses must face each other.

■Insert the lower pole into the extension pole. Secure the connection with the locking collar.

■Repeat the same operations above to assemble the upper pole.

NOTE: The upper pole can be directly connected to the lower pole if the added length of the extension pole is not required.

CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR ASSEMBLY

The saw chain and guide bar are pre-assembled at delivery. Inspect and re-assemble them before operation if necessary.

Use only the guide bar and saw chain according to the Product Specifications of the product.

To remove and replace bar and saw chain, refer to REPLACING THE GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN in the CARE AND MAINTENANCE section of this manual.

NOTE: BAR & CHAIN OIL NOT INCLUDED. BAR & CHAIN OIL MUST BE ADDED PRIOR TO USE.

STRAP HANGER AND SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY

See Figures 5-8, page ii-iii

The shoulder strap helps the operator to carry the product.

■Pull strap hanger apart and place over lower pole. Adjust the strap hanger to the desired height position. Tighten the bolt to secure it. (Fig. 5)

■Place shoulder strap over your left shoulder or on the right shoulder (Figs. 6-7) and attach shoulder strap clip to strap hanger (Fig. 8).

Adjust the length of the shoulder strap if required.

WARNING! Always use the product with the shoulder strap! Do not carry it only with your hands!

■Open the shoulder strap clip to remove the shoulder strap from the strap hanger.

■In case of an emergency that requires you to distance yourself from the saw, be sure to first remove the strap from your shoulder.

Adjust the strap hanger as below:

■Loosen the bolt until you can slide the strap hanger up or downward.

■Adjust the strap hanger to the desired height position.

■Tighten the bolt to secure it.

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