Remington Power Tools RM1015P, RM0815P User Manual
®
TELESCOPING ELECTRIC
CHAINSAW/POLESAW
ENGLISH
MODELS: RM0815P, RM1015P
IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before assembling or
operating this appliance. Improper use of this appliance can cause
severe injury or death. Keep this manual for future reference.
769-08112 P00 03/12
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INTRODUCTION
Your Remington Telescoping Pole Saw is a dual purpose product. The electric chain saw is a separate
operating unit when not assembled to the telescoping pole. Before operating either the chain saw or
the pole saw, make certain you read and understand all Important Safety Information.
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................4
UNPACKING.........................................................................................................................7
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..............................................................................................8
CHAIN SAW TERMS AND DEFINITIONS ...........................................................................9
CHAIN SAW INFORMATION .............................................................................................10
POLE SAW INFORMATION ..............................................................................................17
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................19
STORAGE ..........................................................................................................................21
REPLACEMENT PART AND ACCESSORIES ..................................................................21
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................22
REPAIR SERVICE .............................................................................................................22
WARRANTY INFORMATION .............................................................................................23
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Copyright© 2012 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.
ENGLISH
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and certain finished components
contain lead, lead compounds and chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: When using an electric
chain saw, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce
the risk of
to persons, including the following:
fire, electric shock, and injury
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Make sure you read and understand all
instructions in Important Safety Infor-
mation on pages 4 through 7. Improper
use of this chain saw can cause severe
injury or death from fire, electrical shock,
body contact with moving chain, or falling wood.
BEFORE OPERATING SAW
1. Read and understand this owner’s manual
before operating saw.
2. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate saw when you are tired.
Use saw for cutting wood only.
3.
• Do not use chain saw for purpose not in-
tended.
• Do not use for cutting non-wood items.
4. Only well-instructed adults should operate saw.
5. Use only electrical voltage noted on model
6.
Use only extension cords marked for outdoor
Do not operate saw
7.
• while under the influence of alcohol, medica
in rain or in damp or wet areas
•
• where highly flammable liquids or gases are
•
if pole or saw is damaged, adjusted wrong, or
•
if trigger does not turn saw on and off. Chain
while in a hurry
•
• while in tree or on a ladder
• while on aerial booms, buckets, or platforms
8. Wear snug-fitting clothes when operating chain
Wear the following safety gear when operating
9.
allow children to operate saw.
Never
plate of saw.
use. See page 21 for extension cord requirements.
tion, or drugs
present
not fully and securely assembled
must stop moving when you release trigger.
Have faulty switch replaced
service center.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
saw.
They can get caught in moving saw chain.
saw:
by author
ized
• heavy-duty gloves (wear rubber gloves when
•
•
•
• ear mufflers or ear plugs
• hair covering to contain long hair
• face or dust mask (if working in dusty ar
10.
Before cutting, always provide the follow-
ing:
•
• secure footing
• planned retreat path from falling limbs
11. Inspec t tree before trimming or cutti ng
down. Make sure there are no dead limbs or
branches that
ance for branches to fall freely to the ground.
Do not use pole saw to fell saplings. Use
12.
the chain s
13. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
saw has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the
ized outlet only one way. If the plug does
n
cord, reverse the plug. If it still does not
a polarized extension cord will be necessary. Do not change the plug in any way.
WHILE OPERATING SAW
Stay alert. Use common sense while operating
1.
saw.
2.
Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite
injuries.
3. Be aware of extension cord while operating
chain saw. Be careful not to trip over cord.
Keep cord away from chain and operator at
all times.
Keep children, animals, and bystanders away
4.
from chain saw and extension cord. Only chain
saw user should be in work area.
Do not use the pole saw to cut down trees. Use
5.
the cha
only if you are trained or have expert help.
Do not use near power lines. Keep at least 10
6.
feet away from electrical lines.
7.
If two or more persons perform bucking and
felling ope
plenty of distance between operations. Provide
distance of at least twice the height of tree being
felled.
Secure wood you are cutting by using clamps
8.
or chocks.
working outdoors)
steel-toed safety footwear with non-skid
soles
eye protectio n such as safety glasses,
goggles, or face screen
safety hard hat
eas)
clear work area
may fall on you. Make allow-
aw without pole attachment.
other). This plug will fit in a polar-
fit fully in the outlet of your extension
ot
in saw without pole attachment and
rations at the same time, provide
fit,
-
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
9.
Grip chain saw firmly with both hands. Never
operate chain saw with one hand. Never use
hand guard as handle.
Grip pole saw securely. Place one hand on the
10.
pole and the other on the handle.
Keep finger off trigger until ready to make
11.
cut.
Before starting chain saw, make sure chain is
12.
not touching anything.
To guard against electrical shock, avoid body
13.
contact with grounded objects such as pipes,
fences, and metal posts.
Keep all parts of body away from chain when
14.
saw is running.
Do not force saw while cutting. Apply light
15.
pressure. It will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was intended.
Do not cut small brush and saplings with the
16.
pole saw. Use the chain saw only, with extreme
care. Slender matter may catch in the chain and
be whipped toward you. This could also pull
you off balance.
When cutting limb or tree trunk that is under
17.
tension, use extreme caution. Be alert for
wood springing back. When wood tension is
released, limb could spring back and strike
operator causing severe injury or death.
Carry saw from one place to another
18.
• with saw stopped and unplugged
• Chain saw - by holding front handle (never
use hand guard as handle)
•
Pole saw - with telescoping pole returned to
shortest position
•
Pole saw - by holding the pole at the balance
point (close to saw end)
•
with finger off trigger
• with guide bar and chain to rear
WARNING: This product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known (to the state
of
California) to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
•
lead from lead-based paints
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
•
arsenic and chromium from chemi-
cally-treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this
type of work.
to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to
microscopic particles.
KICKBACK
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 reaction, kicking the
guide bar up and back towards the operator.
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 user.
KICKBACK SAFETY DEVICES ON
THIS SAW
This saw has a low-kickback chain and reduced
kickback guide bar. Both items reduce the chance
of kickback. Kickback can still occur with this
saw.
Follow assembly instructions on page 10. Do not
remove front hand guard. Do not replace front
hand guard with substitute.
The following steps will reduce the risk of kickback:
• Use both hands to grip saw while saw is
WARNING: Some dust created by
To reduce your exposure
filter out
WARNING: Kickback may occur when
Pinching the saw chain along the top
running
ENGLISH
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Saw Maintenance and Kickback
Safety
1. Unplug saw from power source:
• when not in use
• before moving from one place to an
other
• before servicing
• before changing accessories or attachments,
such as saw chain and guard
2.
Inspect saw before and after each use. Check
saw clos
ely if guard or other part has been damaged. Check for any damage that may affect
operator safety or operation of saw. Check for
alignment or binding of moving parts. Check
for broken or damaged parts. Do not use saw
if damage affects safety or operation. Have
damage repaired by authorized service center.
3.
Maintain saw with care:
• Never expose saw to rain.
• Keep chain sharp, clean, and lubricated
for better and safer performance.
• Follow steps outlined in this manual to
sharpen chain.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil
and grease.
• Keep all screws and nuts tight.
• Inspect power cord often. If damaged,
have repaired by authorized service cen
ter.
• Never carry saw by power cord.
• Never yank power cord to unplug it.
• K
eep power cord from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.
• Inspect extension cords often and re
place if damaged.
4. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
5. When not
in use, always store saw:
• in a high or lock
ed place, out of children’s
reach
• in a dry place
• in a carrying case or with scabbard over guide
bar
•
drain oil after each use and before storing saw
to prevent oil leakage.
Save these instructions. It is your guide to safe
and proper operation of this saw.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF
SAW
• For chain saw, use firm grip. Thumbs and
fingers must wrap around saw handles.
• For pole saw, have one hand gripping the
handle and the other gripping the pole. Use
firm grip. Thumbs and fingers must wrap
around pole and handle.
•
U
se both hands to grip saw while saw is
running. Use firm grip. Thumbs and fingers
must wrap around saw handles.
• Keep all safety items in place
on saw. Make
sure they work properly.
• Chain saw - do not overreach or cut above
shoulder height.
• Pole saw - do not overreach or extend arms
above shoulder height.
• Kee p s olid foo ting and b
alance at
all
times.
• Stand slightly to left side
of saw. This keeps
your b
ody from being in direct line with
chain.
• Do
not let guide bar nose touch anything
when chain is moving (see Figure 1).
• Never try cutting through two branches at
same time. Only cut one log at a time.
• Do not bury guide
bar nose or try plunge cut
(boring into wood using guide bar nose).
• Watch for shifting of wood or other forces
that may pinch chain.
• Use extreme caution when r
eenteri
ng a previ
ous
cut.
• Use low-kickback
chain and guide bar sup-
plied with this chain saw. Only replace thes
e
parts with chains and guide bars listed in this
manual.
•
Never use dull or loose chain. Keep chain
sharp with proper tension.
Figure 1 - Kickback Hazard Example: Do Not
Let Nose of Guide Bar Touch Object While
Chain is Moving
90°
Do Not Let
Guide Bar
Touch Here
Follow maintenance instructions in this manual.
Proper cleaning of saw and chain and guide bar
maintenance can reduce chances of kickback.
Inspect and maintain saw after each use. This will
increase the service life of your saw.
Note: Even with proper sharpening, risk of kickback can increase with each sharpening.
Direction
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
POLE SAW TRIMMING
PRECAUTIONS
Do not use the pole saw to cut limbs
larger in diameter than the length of the
guide bar.
Never stand directly under the limb you
are trimming. Always position yourself out
of the path of falling debris.
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Never stand on a ladder or other type of
unstable support while using the pole
saw.
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.
Keep other persons away from cutting end
of pole saw and at a safe distance from
work area.
Do not use pole saw near cable, electric
power or telephone lines. Maintain a minimum clearance of 10 feet from all power
lines.
IMPORTANT: Read and understand this
manual before assembling or operating
this chain saw. Improper use of saw can
cause severe injury. Keep this manual
for future reference.
UNPACKING
1. Remove all items from carton.
2. Check all items for any shipping damage. If
you find any damage or if any parts are missing,
call 1-866-206-2707 (in Canada, call 1-877696-5533).
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Rear
Handle
Power
Cord
Front Hand
Guard
Guide Bar
Rear Hand
Guard
Saw
Chain
Guide Bar Nose
Scabbard
Oil Cap With Squeeze
Bulb
Trigger
Trigger
Lockout
Motor Housing
Oil Level Sight Hole (located on
left side of saw body, between
front handle and front hand
guard)
Front
Handle
Spike
Sprocket
Cover
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
CHAIN SAW - ALL MODELS
Saw
Chain
Hand Guard
Guide Bar
Oil Cap
Power Cord
Clamping
Lever
Outer Pole
Trigger
Lockout
Power
Cord
Grip
Area
Trigger
Tighten
Loosen
Pole Bracket,
Lock Washer,
Adjustment
Knob
Handle
Inner Pole
POLESAW
MODELS: RM0815P, RM1015P
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CHAIN SAW TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
Bucking Process of cutting a felled tree or log
into lengths.
Clamping Lever Lever is loosened to allow
inner pole to be adjustd and tighted to hole pole
in position.
Felling Process of cutting down a tree.
Felling Cut Final cut when felling a tree. Make
this cut on opposite side of tree from notching
cut.
Front Handle Located at front of saw body.
Front Hand Guard Shield between front
handle and guide bar. Protects left hand while
using saw.
Guide Bar Metal bar that extends from saw
body. The guide bar supports and guides chain.
Guide Bar Nose Tip or end of guide bar.
Inner Pole The moveable section of tubing to
which the saw is attached.
Kickback Quick backward and upward motion
of guide bar. Kickback may occur when tip of
guide bar touches an object while chain is moving. The guide bar will kick up and back towards
operator.
Limbing Process of cutting limb(s) from a
felled tree.
Low-Kickback
of kickback as required by ANSI B175.1.
Normal Cutting Position Stance used while
making bucking and felling cuts.
Notching Cut Notch cut in tree that directs
fall of tree.
Oiler Control System for oiling guide bar and
chain.
Outer Pole Retains the moveable inner pole.
Power Head Chain saw without chain and guide
bar. Also known as saw body.
Chain Chain that reduces chance
Pushback (Kickback, Pinch) Rapid pushback
of chain saw. Pushback may occur if chain along
top of guide bar is pinched, caught, or contacts a
foreign object.
Rear Handle Handle located at rear of saw
body.
Reduced Kickback Guide Bar Guide bar that
reduces chance of kickback.
Replacement Chain Chain that complies with
ANSI B175.1 when used with a specific saw. It
may not meet ANSI requirements when used with
other saws.
Saw
Chain (Chain) Loop of chain having
cutting teeth for cutting wood. The motor drives
chain. The guide bar supports chain.
Spiked Bumper (Spike) Pointed teeth at front
of saw body beside guide bar. Keep spiked bumper
in contact with wood when felling or bucking. It
helps maintain position of saw while cutting.
Sprocket Toothed wheel that drives chain.
Switch Device that completes or interrupts
electrical circuit to motor of saw.
Switch Linkage This device connects switch
to trigger. It moves switch when you squeeze
trigger.
Trigger Switch Lockout Device that reduces
accidental starting of saw.
Trigger Device that turns saw on and off. Squeezing trigger turns saw on. Releasing trigger turns
saw off.
Trimming (Pruning) Process of cutting limb(s)
from a living tree.
Undercut An upward cut from underside of log
or limb. This is done while in normal cutting position and cutting with top of guide bar.
ENGLISH
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CHAIN SAW INFORMATION
The plastic hardware bags should include the
following:
• (2) Guidebar bolts
• (2) Guidebar nuts
• (1) Phillips self tapping screw
• (1) Saw chain
• (1) Guide bar
• (1) Hand guard
• (1) Scabbard
1. Lay chain out flat.
2. Install front hand guard onto saw body. Do this
b
y pressing two mounting stand-outs on hand
guard into hex-shaped holes in saw body (see
Figure 2).
WARNING: Cutting edges on chain
are sharp. Use protective gloves when
handling chain.
IMPORTANT: Do not clamp chain saw in
vise during assembly.
Figure 2 - Assembling Guide Bar, Chain, and
Hand Guard
Figure 3 - Part Locations For Assembling Guide
Bar
Adjusting
Plate
Adjusting Block
Sprocket Support
Adjusting Screw
CAUTION: Do not place chain on saw
backwards. If chain is backwards, saw will
vibrate badly and will not cut.
CHAIN SAW HARDWARE
Assemble the chain saw before assembling the
pole.
Note: Some models are pre-assembled. Assembly
is not needed on these models.
See Saw Chain Tension Adjustment, page 11.
CHAIN SAW ASSEMBLY
3 Insert tapping screw through hand guard and
into saw handle. Tighten screw firmly.
4. Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise (see
Figure 3). Continue to turn adjusting screw
until adjusting block is to rear of ad
justing
plate.
5.
Install guide bar onto saw body. Place rear of
guide bar between adjusting plate and sp
rocket
support.
Guide Bar Nuts
Guide Bar
Bolts
Saw
Chain
Guide
Bar
Drive Sprocket
Adjusting
Hole
Mounting
Stand-Outs
Tapping
Screw
Front Hand Guard
Cutting Edge
Towards Guide Bar Nose
IMPORTANT: Make sure to insert adjusting
block into oval adjusting hole on guide bar.
6. Line up holes on sprocket support with center
slot on guide bar and holes in saw body.
7. Insert guide bar bolts through front han
d guard,
s
aw body, center slot of guide bar, and sprocket
support. Attach guide bar nuts to guide bar
bolts.
I
MPORTANT: Tighten guide bar nuts finger
tight only. Make sure adjusting block is in oval
adjusting hole on guide bar.
8.
Place chain around drive sprocket, then along
top groove of guide bar and around guide bar
nose. Note: Make sure cutting edges of chain
are facing the right direction. Position chain
so cutting edges on t
op of guide bar face guide
bar nose (see Figure 2).
9.
Adjust saw chain tension. Follow steps under
Saw Chain Tension Adjustment, page 11.
10
CHAIN SAW INFORMATION
SAW CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Unplug chain saw from
power source before adjusting saw chain
tension.
WARNING: Cutting edges on chain
are sharp. Use protective gloves when
handling chain.
WARNING: Maintain proper chain
tension always. A loose chain will increase the risk of kickback.
may jump out of guide bar groove. This
may injure operator and damage chain. A
loose chain will cause chain, guide bar,
and sprocket to wear rapidly.
Note: For pre-assembled models, the saw chain
tension is properly set at factory. A new chain will
stretch. Check new chain after
operation. Allow chain to cool down. Follow steps
below to readjust saw chain tension.
Before adjusting chain, make sure guide bar
1.
nuts are only finger tight (see Figure 4). Also
make sure adjusting block is in oval adjusting
hole on guide bar (see Figures 4 and 5).
Turn adjusting screw clockwise. (see Figure
2.
6). Note: There should be no gap between side
links of chain and bottom of guide bar (see
Figure 7).
Wearing protective gloves, move chain around
3.
guide bar. Chain should move freely. If chain
does not move freely, loosen chain by turning
adjusting screw counterclockwise.
After chain tension is correct, tighten guide
4.
bar nuts firmly. If not, guide bar will move and
loosen chain tension. This will increase the risk
of kickback. This can also damage saw. Note: A
new chain will stretch. Check new chain after
first few minutes of operation. Allow chain to
cool down. Read just chain tension.
A loose chain
first few minutes of
Towards Guide Bar Nose
Front Hand Guard
Tapping
Screw
Guide Bar
Bolts
Mounting
Stand-Outs
Figure 4 - Assembling Guide Bar, Chain, and
Hand Guard
Adjusting Block
Figure 5 - Part Locations For Assembling
Guide Bar
Figure 6 - Turning Adjusting Screw
Saw Chain
Drive Sprocket
Sprocket Support
Guide Bar Nuts
Cutting Edge
Guide Bar
Adjusting
Hole
Guide Bar Nuts
Adjusting Plate
Adjusting
Screw
ENGLISH
Guide Bar
Gap
Incorrect
Tension
Figure 7 - Saw Chain Adjustment
11
Guide Bar
Correct
Tension
12
CHAIN SAW INFORMATION
1. Remove oil cap.
2. Fill oil tank with SAE #30 motor oil. Note:
For temperatures below 30°F, use SAE #10 oil.
For temperatures above 75°F, use SAE #40 oil.
Figure 8 - Tying Extension Cord and Power
Cord in Knot
Figure 9 - Pressing Squeeze Bulb on Oil Cap
to Oil Chain
Always check oil level before using saw. Do not
attempt to operate the oil system while saw is
in operation. To oil chain, press squeeze bulb.
Oil will feed onto the guide bar and chain. Press
squeeze bulb at least once before each cut (see
Figure 9). Check oil level often by looking at
oil sight level hole. Oil sight level hole is on left
side of saw, between front handle and front hand
guard.
3.
Replace oil cap at once. Tighten oil cap firmly
for
good seal. This will minimize oil seepage
from tank.
4. Wipe off excess oil.
IMPORTANT: Do not use "bar and
chain" oil. It is too thick and may not
oil properly.
Note: It is normal for oil to seep when saw
is not in use. Empty oil tank after each
use to prevent seepage.
Keep cord away from cutting area. Make sure cord
does not catch on branches or logs during cutting.
Inspect cords often. Replace damaged cords.
The extension cord may come undone from the
power cord during use. To avoid this, make a knot
with the two cords as shown in Figure 8.
FILLING OIL TANK
OILING CHAIN
1. Connect saw to extension cord. Connect extension cord to power supply.
2. Make sure section of log to be cut is not laying
o
n ground. This will keep chain from touching
ground as it cuts through log. Touching ground
with moving chain will dull chain.
3.
Use both hands to grip saw. Always use left
hand to grip front handle and right hand to grip
rear handle. Use firm grip. Thumbs and fingers
must wrap around saw handles (see Figure 10,
page 13).
4. Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet
apart. Divide your weight evenly on both
feet.
5.
When ready to make a cut, press in trigger
lockout with right thumb and squeeze trigger
(see
Figure 10, page 13). This will turn saw
on. Releasing trigger will turn saw off. Make
sure saw is running at full speed before starting
a cut.
6.
When starting a cut, place moving chain
against wo
od. Hold saw firmly in place to
avoid possible bouncing or skating (sideways
movement) of saw.
CUTTING WITH THE CHAIN SAW
Chain Saw Power Cord
Extension Cord
Use proper extension cords with this saw. Use
only extension cords marked for outdoor use.
The cord must be marked with suffix W or W-A
following the cord type designation. Example:
SJTW-A or SJTW.
Use proper sized cord with this saw. Cord must
be heavy enough to carry current needed. An
undersized cord will cause voltage drop at saw.
Saw will lose power and overheat. Follow cord
size requirements listed below.
EXTENSION CORDS
Cord
Length
AWG Cord
Size
25 feet 16 AWG
50 feet 16 AWG
100 feet 16 AWG
150 feet 14 AWG
ENGLISH
13
Fig ure 1 0 - Trigger Lock out a nd Trig ger
Location
Trigger
Trigger
Lockout
7. Guide saw using light pressure. Do not force
saw. The motor will overload and can burn out.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.
8.
Remove saw from a cut with saw running
at full speed. Stop saw by releasing trigger.
Make sure chain has
stopped before setting
saw down.
9.
Practice until you can maintain a steady, even
cutting rate.
WARNING:
• Avoid kickback. Kickback can result in severe injury or death. See
Kickback, page 5, to avoid risk of
kickback.
•
Do not fell a tree without ample skill
or expert help.
• Keep children, animals, and bystanders away from area when felling a
tree.
•
If two or more persons perform bucking and felling operations at the same
time, provide ample distance between
operations. Provide distance of at
least twice the height of tree being
felled.
FELLING A TREE
(Cutting Down a Tree)
WARNING: When felling a tree, be
aware of your surroundings. Do not
endanger any person, strike utility lines,
or cause property damage. If tree strikes
utility lines, contact utility company at
once.
Felling is the process of cutting down a tree. Make
sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart. Divide
your weight evenly on both feet. Follow directions
below to fell a tree.
BEFORE FELLING A TREE
1. Before felling, inspect tree. Make sure there
are no dead limbs or branches that may fall
on you. Study natural lean of tree, location of
larger branches, and wind direction. This will
help you judge which way tree will fall.
2.
Clear work area around tree.
3. Plan and clear a retreat path before felling.
Mak
e retreat path opposite to planned direction
of fall of tree and at 45° angle
(see Figure 11 ).
Direction of
Fall
Retreat
Path
45°
Tree
Retreat
Path
Figure 11 - Retreat Path From Tree
4.
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples,
and wire from tree where you will make felling
cuts.
5. Stay on uphill side when felling tree. Tree
could roll or slide downhill after falling.
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CHAIN SAW INFORMATION
Felling Procedure
A) Felling Notch
A properly placed felling notch will determine
direction tree will fall. Place felling notch on
side of tree in direction you want tree to fall (see
Figure 12). Follow directions below to create a
felling notch.
1.
Make lower notch cut as close to ground as
possible. Hold saw so guide bar is horizontal.
Cut 1/3 the diameter of tree trunk (see Figure
12). Note: Always make this horizontal lower
notch cut first. If
you make this cut second, tree
can pinch chain or guide bar.
2.
Start upper notch cut the same distance above
first cut as first cut is deep.
Example: If lower notch cut is eight inches
deep, start upper notch cut eight inches above
it. Cut downward at 45° ang
le. The
upper
notch cut should meet end of lower notch cut
(see Figure 12).
3.
Remove tree trunk wedge created by notching
cuts.
Direction of Fall
Hinge
2"
2nd Cut Upper Notch
Cut
3rd Cut Felling Cut
2"
1st Cut Lower Notch
Cut
Figure 12 - Felling A Tree
B) Felling Cut
1. Make felling cut two inches higher than lower
notch cut and on opposite side of tree (see
Figure 12). Keep felling cut parallel to lower
notch cut.
2.
Cut towards notch.
WARNING: Do not cut all the way
through tree. Leave about two inches
of tree diameter uncut directly behind
felling notch (see Figure 12). This uncut
portion acts as a hinge. The hinge helps
keep tree from twisting and falling in
wrong direction.
WARNING: Be alert for falling over-
head limbs. Watch your footing while
exiting area.
3. As felling cut nears hinge, tree should begin to
f
all. Note: If needed, drive wedges into felling
cut to control direction of fall. If tree settles back
and pinches chain, drive wedges into felling cut
to remove saw. Only use wedges made of wood,
plastic, or aluminum. Never use wedge made of
steel. This could cause kickback and damage to
chain.
4.
When tree begins to fall, quickly
• remove saw from felling cut
• release trigger to turn saw off
• put saw down
• exit area using retreat path
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CHAIN SAW INFORMATION
BUCKING A LOG
Bucking a log is cutting a log into sections. Make
sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart. Divide your
weight evenly on both feet. When possible, raise log
or section off ground. Do this by using limbs, logs,
chocks, etc.
When cutting through log, maintain control by
reducing cutting pressure near end of cut. Do not
relax your grip on chain saw handles. Do not let
moving chain touch ground. Ground will dull moving chain. After cutting through log, release trigger
to turn saw off before moving saw.
Follow directions below to buck a log.
Entire Length Of Log On Ground
Cut log from top (see Figure 14).
LIMBING A TREE
WARNING: When cutting limb that
is under tension, use extreme caution.
Be alert for wood springing back. When
wood tension is released, limb could
spring back and strike operator causing
severe injury or death.
Figure 13 - Limbing A Tree
Figure 14 - Bucking Log With Entire Length
On Ground
WARNING: Avoid kickback. Kick-
back can result in severe injury or death.
See Kickback, page 5, to avoid risk of
kickback.
WARNING: Avoid kickback.
Kickback can result in severe injury
or death. See Kickback, page 5, to
avoid risk of kickback.
Limbing is removing branches from a fallen tree.
Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart.
Divide your weight evenly on both feet. Do not
remove larger limbs under tree that support log
off ground. Remove each limb with one cut (see
Figure 13). Clear cut limbs from work area often.
This will help maintain a safe work area.
Make sure you start your cut where limb will
not pinch saw during cutting. To avoid pinching,
start cut on freely hanging limbs from above
limb. Start cut on limbs under tension from under
limb. If pinch occurs, turn saw off, lift limb, and
remove saw.
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CHAIN SAW INFORMATION
WARNING:
•
If on slope, make sure log will not
roll down hill. Secure log by using
wooden stakes. Drive wooden stakes
into ground on downhill side of log.
Stand on uphill side of log while cutting. Log may roll after cutting.
• Never try cutting through two logs
at same time. This could increase
the risk of kickback.
• While cutting log, never hold log with
your hand, leg, or foot.
• While cutting log, never allow another person to hold log.
•
Turn off and unplug saw before moving from one place to another.
Figure 15 - Bucking Log When Log Is Supported
On One End
1st Cut
2nd
Cut
Log Supported On One End
1. Make first cut on underside of log (see Figure
15). Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut
1/3 through diameter of log. This cut will keep
section from splintering when cut.
2.
Make second cut directly above first cut. Cut
down to meet first cut. This cut will keep log
from pinching guide bar and chain.
Log Supported On Both Ends
1. Make first cut from above log (see Figure 16).
Cut 1/3 through diameter of log. This cut will
keep section from splintering when cut.
2.
Make second cut on underside of log, directly
under first cut. Use top of guide bar to make
this cut. Cut up to meet first cu
t. This will keep
log from pinching guide bar and chain.
1st Cut
2nd Cut
Figure 16 - Bucking Log When Log Is Supported
On Both Ends
TRIMMING A TREE (PRUNING)
WARNING: Do not extend arms above
shoulders when using pole saw.
CAUTION: Seek professional help if
facing conditions beyond your ability.
WARNING: Avoid kickback. Kickback
can result in severe injury or death.
See Kickback, page 5, to avoid risk of
kickback.
WARNING: Do not operate pole
saw while:
• in a tree
• on a ladder or any other unstable
surface
• in any awkward position
You may lose control of pole saw causing severe injury.
Trimming a tree is the process of cutting limbs
from a living tree. Make sure your footing is firm.
Keep feet apart. Divide your weight evenly on
both feet. Follow directions below to trim a tree.
1.
Make first cut six inches from tree trunk on
unders
ide of limb. Use top of guide bar to make
this cut. Cut 1/3 through diameter of limb (see
Figure 17).
2.
Move two to four inches farther out on limb.
Make second cut from above limb. Continue
cut until you cut limb off.
3.
Make third cut as close to tree trunk as possibl
e
on underside of limb stub. Use top of guide bar
to make this cut. Cut 1/3 through diameter of
stub.
4.
Make fourth cut directly above third cut. Cut
down to meet third cut. This will remove limb
stub.
Figure 17 - Cutting A Limb
2" to 4"
2nd Cut - Pruning Cut
(to avoid pinching)
1st Cut - Pruning
Undercut (to avoid
splintering)
3rd Cut - Stub Undercut
(to avoid splintering)
6"
4th Cut
- Final Stub
Cut
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The hardware bag contains the following items:
• (1) Handle Bracket
• (1) Knob
• (1) .250" Lock Washer
Step ❶ – Squeeze Trigger
Push in and hold trigger lockout
button.
Squeeze and hold
trigger.
1A
1B
Step ❷ – Insert Pole Bracket into
Saw
Insert pole bracket into saw. Note: Pole
Bracket holds trigger in “ON” position.
Continue to hold trigger while
completing step 2B.
2A
2B
Step ❸ – Attach Handle Bracket
to Pole Bracket
Slide handle bracket onto
clamping bolt.
Clamping bolt should extend through
handle bracket.
3A
3B
Step ❹ – Secure Handle Bracket
to Pole Bracket
Place lockwasher onto
clamping bolt.
Thread knob onto clamping bolt. Note:
After knob makes contact with handle
bracket, tighten 1
1
/2 to 2 more turns.
T
I
G
H
T
E
N
4A
4B
POLE SAW INFORMATION
POLE SAW ASSEMBLY
RPS2N1
Step
❺ – Connect to Power Cord
Plug saw power cord into receptacle cord at end
of inner pole.
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POLE SAW INFORMATION
Figure 18 - Extending Telescopic Pole
UNLOCK LOCK
ADJUSTING POLE LENGTH
RPS2N1
The Remington RPS2N1 Pole Saw has a telescoping pole assembly that will extend from 57 inches
(fully retracted) to 96 inches (fully extended). A
cam levered collet is used to hold the pole in position at any extended length.
1.
To extend the pole, loosen the clamping lever
(see Figure 18). Pole will slide freely.
2. Pull inner pole section out to desired length of
extension. Note: Only extend pol
e to min
imum
length required to reach limb that is being
cut.
3.
To lock pole in position, tighten clamping lever
(see Figure 18).
CUTTING WITH THE POLE SAW
1. Connect saw to extension cord. Connect extension cord to power supply.
2. Use both hands to grip pole saw. Use only
designat
ed grip areas when operating pole
saw (see Figure 19). Use firm grip. Thumbs
and fingers must wrap around pole saw handle
and pole.
3. M
ake sure your footing is firm. Keep feet
apart. Di
vide your weight evenly on both feet.
4. When ready to make a cut, press in trigger
lockout and squeeze trigger (see Figure 20).
This will turn pole saw on. Releasing trigger
will turn pole saw off. Mak
e sure saw is running
at full speed before starting a cut.
5.
When starting a cut, place moving chain
against wo
od. Hold pole saw firmly in place to
avoid possible bouncing or skating (sideways
movement) of saw.
6. Guide pole saw using light pressure. Do not
force pole saw. The motor will overload and
can burn out. It will do the job better and safer
at the rate for which it was intended.
7.
Remove pole saw from a cut with saw run-
ning at full speed. Stop pole saw by releasing
trigger. Make sure chain has stopped before
setting pole saw down.
Grip Area
Figure 19 - Designated Grip Areas
Figure 20 - Pole Saw Handle with Trigger
Lockout
Trigger
Lockout
Trigger
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
NOTICE: These are instructions for servicing your chain saw. Any servicing
not mentioned should be done by an
authorized service center.
CLEANING SAW BODY
WARNING: Unplug chain saw from
power source before servicing. Severe
injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving
chain.
Guide Bar Groove
Guide Bar
Normal Guide
Bar
Figure 21 - Guide Bar Cross Section Showing
Uneven Bar Wear
Guide Bar With
Uneven Wear
ENGLISH
WARNING: Cutting edges on chain
are sharp. Use protective gloves when
handling chain.
WARNING: When cleaning saw
body,
• do not submerge saw in any liquids
• do not use products that contain
ammonia, chlorine, or abrasives
• do not use chlorinated cleaning
solvents
, carbon
tetra
chloride, kero-
sene, or gasoline
Keep saw body clean. Use a soft cloth dampened
with a mild soap and water mixture. Wipe saw
body to clean.
CARE OF GUIDE BAR
Uneven bar wear causes most guide bar problems.
Incorrect sharpening of chain cutter and depth
gauge settings often cause this. When bar wears
unevenly, it widens guide bar groove (see Figure
21). This causes chain clatter and rivet popping.
Saw will not cut straight. Replace guide bar if
this occurs.
Normal Guide Bar Maintenance
1. Remove guide bar from chain saw.
2. Remove sawdust from guide bar groove periodically. Use putty knife or wire (see Figure
22).
Clean oil slots after each day of use.
3.
4. Remove burrs from sides of guide bar. Use flat
file to make side edges square.
Replace guide bar when
•
bar is bent or cracked
• inside groove of bar is badly worn
Note: When replacing guide bar, see Replacement
Parts and Accessories.
Flat
File
Burr
Guide Bar
Cleaning Groove With Putty Knife
Inspect guide bar before sharpening chain. A
worn or damaged guide bar is unsafe. A worn or
damaged guide bar will damage chain. It will also
make cutting harder.
Oil Slot
Figure 22 - Guide Bar Maintenance
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Unplug chain saw from
power source before servicing. Severe
injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with moving
chain.
WARNING: Cutting edges on chain
are sharp. Use protective gloves when
handling chain.
SHARPENING SAW CHAIN
Keep chain sharp. Your saw will cut faster and
more safely. A dull chain will cause undue sprocket, guide bar, chain, and motor wear. If you must
force chain into wood and cutting creates only saw
dust with few large chips, chain is dull.
Items Needed to Sharpen Chain
Purchase these items from your local dealer, hardware store, or chain saw supplies outlet.
• 5/32" round file
• Depth gauge tool
• File guide
• Vise
• Medium sized flat file
Sharpening Cutters
Use file guide for 30° filing.
1. Adjust chain for proper tension (see Saw Chain
Tension Adjustment, page 11).
2. Clamp guide bar in vise to hold saw steady.
Note: Do not clamp chain.
3.
Press 5/32" round file (attached to file guide)
into groove between top plate and depth gauge
on chain. File guide should rest on both top plate
and depth gauge (see Figure 23). Note: File at
midpoint of guide bar.
4. Hold file guide level. Make sure 30° mark on
file guide is parallel to center of guide bar (see
Figure 23). This will insure that you file cutters
at 30° angle.
5.
File from inside towards outside of cutter
until sharp. Only file in this one
direction (see
Figure 23). Note: Two or three strokes with
file should sharpen cutter.
6.
After each cutter is sharpened, move chain
forward to sharpen next cutter. File all cutters
on one side of chain.
7.
Move to other side of chain and repeat pro-
cess.
Figure 23 - File and File Guide Placement On
Chain
Note: This illustration shows file guide placement and
filing direction for sharpening cutters on left side of
chain.
FILE HOLDER
File
Guide
Filing Direction
5/32" Round
File
30° Guide
Mark
Filing Cutter Depth Gauges
The cutter depth gauge clearance is reduced as
cutters are sharpened. After every second or third
sharpening, reset cutter depth gauges.
1.
Place depth gauge tool (.025") firmly across
top of two cutters. Make sure depth gauge enters slot in depth gauge tool (see Figure 25).
2.
Use medium flat file. File depth ga
uge level with
de
pth gauge tool.
3.
Remove depth gauge tool. With flat file, round
off front corner of cutter depth gauge (see Figure
26).
After several hand filings, have authorized service
center or sharpening service machine sharpen
chain. This will insure even filing.
Figure 24 - Chain Part Locations
Groove
Depth Gauge (left side
of chain)
Top Plate (left
side of chain)
Right Side of Chain
Groove
Depth Gauge (right side
of chain)
Top Plate (right
side of chain)
Figure 25 - Depth Gauge Tool On Chain
Flat File
Depth Gauge Slot
Depth Gauge
Tool
Depth
Gauge
Front Corner
.025"
Figure 26 - Round Off Front Corner Of Depth
Gauge
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
REPLACING SAW CHAIN
Replace chain when cutters are too worn to
sharpen or when chain breaks. Only use replacement chain noted in this manual. Always include
new drive sprocket when replacing chain. This
will maintain proper driving of chain. Note: For
proper chain and drive sprocket, see Replacement
Parts and Accessories.
ENGLISH
STORAGE
If storing saw for more than 30 days, follow steps
below:
1. Drain oil tank after each use.
2. Remove and clean guide bar and chain. Clean
guide bar and chain by soaking in petroleum
based solvent or mild soap and water mixture.
Dry guide bar and chain.
3.
4. Place chain in container filled with oil. This
will prevent rust.
5.
Wipe a thin coating of oil over surface of guide
bar.
6.
Wipe off outside of saw body. Do this with soft
cloth damp
ture.
Store chain saw
7.
•
in a high or locked place, out of children’s
reach
• in a dry place
ened with a mild soap and water mix-
REPLACEMENT PARTS
AND ACCESSORIES
WARNING: Use only replacement
parts and accessories described in this
manual. Use of other parts or accessories
could damage saw or injure operator.
For original replacement parts and accessories,
call 1-866-206-2707 (in Canada call 1-877-696-
5533) or visit www.remingtonpowertools.com.
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22
TROUBLESHOOTING
OBSERVED FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Saw runs, but does not cut Chain assembled backwards
on guide bar
See Chain Saw Assembly, page 10
Saw does not cut unless heavily
forced. Cutting produces only
sawdust with few large chips
Chain is dull
See Sharpening Saw Chain, page 20
Sa w run s slo w. Saw s tal ls
easily
Low power supply voltage Extension cord wire size too small. See
Extension Cords, page 12
Motor of saw does not run
when you squeeze trigger
1.
Trigger lockout not pressed
in to release trigger
2. Extension cord connections loose
3. Open line fuse or circuit breaker
4. Worn out motor brushes
5. Open wiring circuit on saw
1. Press in trigger lockout before
squeezing trigger
2. Check cord connections
3. Check line fuse or circuit breaker
4. See authorized service center
5. See authorized service center
Motor of saw runs, but chain
does not move
Drive Sprocket Failure Remove and Inspect Drive Sprocket
for damage
Chain does not get oil 1. Clogged oil slot in guide bar
2. Oil is too thick
1. Remove g
uide bar and clean oil
slot
2.
Use correct weight of oil. See
Filling Oil Tank
, page 12
Chain comes off guide bar
1. Chain is loose
2.
Guide bar and chain not
assembled correctly
1.
Tighten
chain.
See Saw
Chain Ten
-
sion
Adjustment,
page 11
2. See
Chain Saw Assembly, page 10
Saw smokes Saw damaged. Do not use saw See authorized service center
Saw leaks oil It is normal for oil to seep
when the saw is not in use.
Note: Empty oil tank when not in use
Note: For additional help, visit www.remingtonpowertools.com.
WARNING: Unplug chain saw from power source before servicing. Severe injury or death could occur from electrical shock or body contact with
moving chain.
REPAIR SERVICE
Note: Only use original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts
replaced under warranty.
For service, please call the Customer Support Department to obtain a list of authorized service
dealers near you. Service on this unit, both within and after the warranty period, should only be
performed by an authorized and approved service dealer.
Call 1-866-206-2707 (in Canada call 1-877-696-5533) or visit www.remingtonpowertools.com.
ENGLISH
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Remington LLC (“Remington”) with respect with new
merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.
Remington warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2)
years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge,
any part found to be defective in material or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this
product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual furnished with the
product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper
maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural disaster.
Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by Remington
for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH
YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. To locate the dealer in your area, visit our website at
www.remingtonpowertools.com, check for a listing in the Yellow Pages, call 1-866-206-2707 or
1-877-696-5533 in Canada, or write to P.O. Box 361032, Cleveland, OH 44136. No product returned
directly to the factory will be accepted unless prior written permission has been extended by the
Customer Service Department of Remington.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:
A. Tune-ups - Spark Plugs, Carburetor Adjustments, Filters
B. Wear items - Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Line, Inner Reels, Starter Pulley, Starter Ropes,
Drive Belts, Saw Chains, Guide Bars, Cultivator Tines.
C. Remington does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United
States of America, its possessions and territories, except those sold through Remington’s
authorized channels of export distribution.
Remington reserves the right to change or improve the design of any Remington Product without
assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose, applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as
identified. No other express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral, except as mentioned
above, given by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product shall
bind Remington. During the period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement
of the product as set forth above. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)
The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from
the sales. Remington shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages
including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care
services, for transportation or for related expenses, or for rental expenses to temporarily
replace a warranted product. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product
sold. Alteration of the safety features of the product shall void this Warranty. You assume the risk and
liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property arising
out of the use or misuse or inability to use the product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser, original lessee or the
person for whom it was purchased as a gift.
How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To locate your nearest service dealer dial 1-866-206-2707 in the United States or 1-877-696-5533 in Canada.
REMINGTON LLC
P.O. Box 361032
Cleveland, OH 44136
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:
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