Craftsman 316.792460 User Manual [en, es]
Operator’s Manual
Pole Saw
ATTACHMENT
Model No. 316.792460
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
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769-03569A 3/08
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Rules for Safe Operation
Warranty ......................................................................................................4
Know Your Unit ........................................................................................... 5
Assembly Instructions
Operating Instructions..................................................................................6
Maintenance & Repair Instructions..............................................................7
Replacing Saw Chain ..................................................................................7
Chain Lubrication
Cleaning and Storage ..................................................................................8
Specifications ..............................................................................................8
Parts List.................................................................................................E11
Service Numbers
Before beginning, locate the unit’s model plate. It lists the model and
serial numbers of your unit. Refer to the sample plate below and copy
the information for future reference.
Serial Number
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Back Cover
Model Number
2
5
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Parent Part Number
Copy the model and parent part number here:
Copy the serial number here:
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible
dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your
careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT: Indicates danger, warning or caution.
Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury.
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the
operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious
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All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based
on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result
in injury to yourself and others. Always follow the safety
precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in
property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read the Operator’s Manual and follow all warnings and safety instmctions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-659-5917
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: When using the unit, you must follow the
safety rules. Please read these instructions before operating
the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any
bystanders. Please keep these instructions for later use.
• Carefully read and understand the operator's manual of the unit
that powers this attachment.
• Read this operating instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults
unfamiliar with the instructions to use the unit. Never allow adults
to operate the equipment without proper instruction.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly
before operating the unit.
POLE SAW OPERATING PROCEDURES
• Keep bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 ft (15 m) away.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI
Z87.1-1989 standards, and ear/hearing protection when operating
this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
• Wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt. Do
not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go
barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose intended.
• Always stop the engine when operation is delayed or when
walking from one location to another.
• Use only OEM replacement parts and accessories for this unit.
These are available from your authorized service dealer. Use of any
unauthorized parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the
user or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.
• With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce or eliminate
• Grip trimmer firmly. Hold the pole saw/ trimmer unit firmly with
• Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, ground
• Always cut with the engine running at full speed. Fully squeeze
• Do not over reach.
• Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance
• Use only replacement bars and chains specified by the
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR ELECTRIC POWERHEADS
WARNING: 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 lightning-fast reverse action, kicking the guide bar rapidly
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 injury to the user.
Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your
saw. As a pole saw user, you should take several steps to
keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
the element of surprise. Sudden surprise contributes to accidents.
both hands when the motor is running. Keep one hand on the grip
and the other hand on the handle.
or other obstruction.
the throttle trigger and maintain a steady cutting speed.
instructions for the saw chain.
manufacturer or the equivalent.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use
only extension cords approved for outdoor use, such as an
extension cord of cord type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-
A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-W or SJTOW-A. Extension
cords are available from your local retailer. Use only round-
acketed extension cords approved for outdoor use.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• CORD SETS: Make sure your cord set is in good condition. When
using a cord set, be sure to use a cord that is heavy enough to
carry the current that your unit will draw. An undersized cord set
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. See the operator’s manual for the unit that will power
this attachment for the recommended cord size.
• Inspect all extension cords and the unit power connection
periodically. Look closely for deteriorafion, cuts or cracks in the
insulation. Also inspect the connections for damage. Replace the
cords if any defects or damage appear.
• Prevent disconnection of the electric powerhead from extension
cord during operation by using a plug-receptacle retaining strap,
connector, or by making a knot as shown below:
Extension Powerhead Extension Powerhead
Cord Cord Cord
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Cord
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DANGER: RISK OF CUT OR SHOCK - Keep hands
away from blades. Keep one hand on assist handle on the
powerhead and on the loop handle of attachment when
power is on. Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold
material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the
switch on the power unit is off when clearing jammed
material from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting
blades or cutting edges of the pole saw. Wear gloves when
handling the blade. Do not operate unit with one hand.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate your unit in damp
or wet conditions. Moisture is a shock hazard.
• Do not use the unit in the rain. Do not use in or around water. Do
not use on wet hedges or shrubbery.
• Do not handle the plug or unit with wet hands or standing on any
wet surfaces.
• Do not leave the unit plugged in when not in use, changing
attachments or add-ons, or while being serviced.
OTHER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• DO NOT operate a pole saw with one hand! Serious injury to the
operator, helpers, or bystanders may result from one-handed
operation. A pole saw is intended for two-handed use.
• Do not operate a pole saw if you are fatigued.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can get caught in
moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Use safety glasses, safety footwear, snug fitting clothing,
protective gloves, and protective hearing and head gear.
• Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries. Do not
start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and
a planned retreat path from the falling branches.
• Stay Alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate the pole saw when you are tired. Keep all parts of your body
away from the saw chain when the motor is operating. Before you
start the saw, make sure the saw chain is not contacting anything.
• Disconnect the pole saw when not in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories and attachments such as saw chain and guard,
• Check damaged parts. Before further use of the pole saw, 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 conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service center, unless otherwise
indicated in this instruction manual.
• Use extreme caution when cutting small sized brush and sapling,
as slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped
toward you or pull you off balance.
• Do not operate a pole saw in a tree unless you are specifically
trained to do so. When cutting a limb that is under tension, be
alert for spring back so that you will not be struck when the
tension in the wood fibers is released.
• Do not expose the pole saw to rain. Do not use the pole saw in
damp or wet locations.
• Do not use the pole saw in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
• All pole saw service, other than the items listed in the operator’s
manual safety and maintenance instructions, should be
performed by competent pole saw personnel. Do not attempt to
repair it yourself; there are no user serviceable parts inside.
• The pole saw will do a better and safer job when used at the rate
for which it was intended.
• Use the right tool. Cut wood only. Do not use the pole saw for
purposes for which it was not intended. For example, do not use the
pole saw for cutting plastic, masonry, or non-building materials.
• Use devices, such as low-kickback chain, guide bar nose guards, chain
brakes and special guide bars, which reduce the risks associated with
kickback.
• There are no other replacement components for achieving
kickback protection in accordance with CSA Z62.3.
• Do not operate a pole saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted,
or not completely and securely assembled. Be sure that the saw
chain stops moving when the trigger is released.
• Do not attempt operations beyond your capacity or experience.
• Never remove, modify or make inoperative any safety device
furnished with your unit.
• This saw is intended for infrequent use by homeowner’s, cottagers
and campers, and for such general applications such as clearing and
pruning. It is not intended for prolonged use. If the intended use
involves prolonged periods of operation, this may cause circulatory
problems in the user’s hands due to vibration. It may be appropriate
to use a saw having an anti-vibration feature.
• Safety clothing required by your safety organizations, government
regulations, or your employer should be used; otherwise, snug fitting
clothing, safety footwear, and hand and ear protection should be worn.
• Low-kickback saw chain is chain that has met the kickback
performance requirements of ANSI B175.1-1991 and Is in
accordance with CSA Z62.3. Do not use other replacement chain
unless it has met these requirements for your specific model.
• Do not use any other cutting attachment or accessories. Use only
original equipment manufacturer replacement parts and accessories,
which are designed specifically to enhance the performance and
maximize the safe operation of our products, Lailure to do so may
cause poor performance and possible injury. Use only the chain and
bar supplied with this product. Do not use any other cutting
attachment. Use of such attachments will void your factory warranty
and could result in serious bodily injury.
• Never touch the chain or attempt to service the saw while the
engine is running. Make sure all moving parts have stopped.
Allow the chain to cool, as the chain can be hot.
• Check the bar and chain at frequent intervals for proper
adjustment. Make sure the bar and chain are properly tightened
and sharpened. Visually inspect for damage. Repair any damage
before restarting or operating the pole saw.
• Do not cut near electrical cables or power lines.
• Do not use the pole saw to fell a tree. Use a standard chain saw
for this application.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Allow the unit to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to
secure the unit while transporting.
• Always use the transport guard on the bar and chain during
transportation and storage.
• Store the unit in a locked up and dry or high and dry place to
prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to
instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them
these instructions.
• Only qualified personnel should perform any repairs or
maintenance procedures that are not described in this manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete
safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING
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• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs
• READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING: Read the operator’s manual(s) and .
follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury to the operator .
and/or bystanders.
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• GUIDE BAR
WARNING: Contact of the guide bar tip with any object
should be avoided. Tip contact may cause the guide bar to
move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause /
serious injury.
• USE BOTH hands
Always.use both hands while operating the chain, saw,
Never use only one. hand to operate the saw. .:
• WEAR HEAD, EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
i WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can cause
severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection
i meeting ANSI Z87.1 -1989 standards and ear protection
i when operating this unit. Falling objects can cause
: severe head injury. Wear head protection when :
operating this unit.Use a full face shield when needed.
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• HOT SURFACE
WARNING: Do not touch a hot surface. You may
get burned. These parts get extremely hot from .
operation. They remain hot for a short time after the
unit is turned off. ^
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• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY ^
WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially children
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and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area.
• POWER LINES CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
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WARNING: Do not operate unit near power lines..
Contact with a power line may cause serious injury or
damage to the unit. Maintain a clearance of at least
50 ft (15 m) between the pole saw. (including any
branches it is contacting) and any electrical line
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• CHAIN OIL ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR
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The chain must be continously coated with oil to
function properly. Make sure to set the Oil Adjustrnent
Screw to allow a sufficient amount of oil to flow
continuously onto the chain. T ; ^ ^ : ;
Use a 3/32-inch Allen wrench to adjust the Oil ::
Adjustment Screw. T
WARRANTY STATEMENT
CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY
If this Craftsman product falls due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears
store or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free replacement.
This warranty applies for only 90 days if this product Is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in materal and workmanship. Sears wili NOT pay for:
• The chain saw bar and chain, wich are expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
• Repairs necessary because of accident or failure to operate or maintain the product according to all supplied instructions.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
KNOW YOUR UNIT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
FILLING THE OIL RESERVOIR
DANGER: Failure to fill the oil reservoir will cause irreparable
damage to the unit. Make sure the oil reservoir is always filled.
Follow the following steps to fill the oil reservoir;
1. Place the unit on a flat surface.
2. Remove the Oil Tank Cap.
3. Open the bar & chain oil bottle provided with your unit.
4. Pour oil into the reservoir until filled.
NOTE: The oil reservoir may be filled to the lip of the fill opening
without damaging the unit.
WARNING: Oil constantly flows from the oil reservoir to oil
the chain. Check the oil level constantly so that the oil level does
not drop below half full.
INSTALLING/ REMOVING ATTACHMENT
WARNING: Prior to operation, read and understand the
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The attachment may be mounted to different power tools. The
instruction manuals for the basic power tool and the attachment
contain the information necessary for operation of the power tool
combination. Therefore, aways read BOTH instruction manuals
before using the power tool for the first time. Keep the manuals in
a safe place for future reference.
operator’s manual for unit to be used with this attachment.
NOTE: To make Installing or removing the attachment easier, place
the unit on the ground or on a work bench.
Removing the Attachment or Extension Boom
WARNING: serious personal injury and
damage to the unit, shut the unit off before removing or
installing add-ons.
1. Turn the knob
counterclockwise to
loosen (Fig. 3).
2. Press and hold the release
button (Fig. 1).
3. While firmly holding the
upper shaft housing, pull
the attachment or
extension boom out of the
coupler (Fig. 2).
Installing the Attachment or
Convertible™
Coupler
Release Button
Guide Recess
Fig.1
Extension Boom
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury and damage
to the unit, NEVER install more than one extension boom to a
power tool.
Housing
Primary Hole
Lower Shaft
Housing
Fig. 2
1. Remove the hanger or
shipping cap from the top
of the shaft housing.
2. Turn knob
counterclockwise to
loosen (Fig. 3).
3. While firmly holding the
attachment, push it
straight into the
Convertible™ coupler
until the release button
snaps firmly into the
primary hole (Fig. 6).
Upper Shaft
NOTE: Aligning the release
button with the guide
recess will help
installation (Fig. 1).
4. Turn the knob clockwise to
tighten (Fig. 3).
5. Repeat steps 1 -4 for the
attachment or extension
boom.
The attachment should be installed with the release button in the
primary hole.
CAUTION: Lock the release button in the primary hole
and securely tighten the knob before operating this unit.
CAUTION: Add-ons are to be used in the primary hole
only. Using the wrong hole could lead to personal injury or
damage to the unit.
Check Flex Shaft Engagement Prior to Using
1. Start the unit.
2. Briefly engage and release the trigger.
3. Check that attachment Is operating.
4. If the attachment is not operating, remove attachment and
repeat steps for installing the attachment.
5. Recheck operation of the attachment.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury
when operating this unit. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Wear eye and ear/hearing protection. Wear heavy
long pants, boots and gloves. Wear a hard hat. Use a full
face shield when needed.
1. Keep bystanders 50 feet (15 meters) away when operating the saw.
2. Do not use the pole saw
to cut down trees. Use a
chain saw without a pole
attachment.
3. Make sure the oil tank is
tull and oil is lubricating
the chain prior to starting.
4. Grip pole saw/ trimmer
securely—one hand on the
grip, the other on the
handle.
5. Keep finger off the trigger
until ready to make cut.
6. Before starting the pole
saw, make sure the chain
is not touching anything.
7. Keep all parts of your
body away from the chain
when the saw is running,
8. Do not force the chain saw
while cutting. Apply light
pressure. It will do the job
better and safer at the rate
for which it was intended.
9. When cutting limbs or
branches that are under
tension, use extreme
caution. Be alert for wood
springing back. When wood
tension is released, the limb
could spring back and
strike operator causing
severe Injury or death.
10. When carrying pole saw
from one place to another:
• hold pole at balance point
• keep guide bar and chain to the rear
11. Do not cut small brush and saplings with the pole saw. Slender
matter may catch in the chain and be whipped toward you. This
could also pull you off balance.
12. Never stand directly under the limb you are trimming. Always
position yourself out of the path of falling debris (Fig. 4).
13. Never stand on a ladder or other type of unstable support while
using the pole saw.
14. Always use both hands to operate pole saw. Keep a firm, steady
pressure on the pole saw while cutting, but do not try to force
the saw through the wood.
Fig. 6
WARNING: Do not use the pole saw to cut limbs larger
than 4” (10 cm) in diameter.
15. Keep other persons away from cutting end of pole saw and at a
safe distance from work area. (Fig. 5).
16. Do not use the pole saw near cable, electric power or telephone
lines. Maintain a minimum clearance of 50 feet (15 m) from all
power lines (Fig. 6).
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: ce the risk of fire and burn injuries,
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start and operate your pole saw without assistance. For specific
starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your powerhead
manual. Proper starting methods reduce the risk of injury.
start the engine at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling spot,
outdoors only.
1. Place the pole saw on firm ground or other solid surface in an
open area.
2. Maintain good balance and secure footing.
OPERATING TIPS
WARNING: 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 lightning-fast reverse action,
kicking the guide bar rapidly 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 injury to the user.
Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into
your saw. As a chain saw user, you should take several
steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
• Avoid kickback. Kickback can result in severe injury or death.
• Do not operate the pole saw while in a tree, on a ladder or any
other unstable work surface, or in any awkward position. You may
lose control of the pole saw causing severe injury.
• Do not extend your arms above shoulders when using the pole
saw.
• Seek professional help if you are facing conditions beyond your
ability.
• Trimming a tree is the process of cutting limbs from a living tree.
Make sure your footing is firm. Keep your feet apart. Divide your
weight evenly on both feet.
• Before starting unit, always check the chain lubrication and oil
tank level.
NOTE: The chain must be continously coated with oil to function
properly. Make sure that the oil adjustment screw is set
appropriately.
To trim a limb (pruning):
WARNING: If the oil tank runs out, the oil ajustment screw
hole becomes clogged, or the chain fails to get proper
ubrication in any fashion, the chain will overheat and cause
irreversible damage to the unit and may result in severe injury.
Excessive heat from friction can lead the chain to
catastrophically fail and come off the bar while operating.
1. Make the first cut six inches trom tree trunk on the underside of
the limb. Use the top of the guide bar to make this cut. Cut a
third of the way through
the diameter of the limb
(Fig. 7).
2. Move two to four inches
farther out on the limb.
Make the second cut from
above the limb. Continue
the cut until you cut the
limb off.
3. Make the third cut as close
to the tree trunk as
possible on underside of limb stub. Use the top of the guide bar
to make this cut. Cut a third through the diameter of stub.
4,
Make the fourth cut directly above the third cut. Cut down to
meet the third cut. This will remove the limb stub.
Cut 4
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Cuts
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6in Cut 2
(15.2cm)^
2-4in(5.1-
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Fig. 7
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