Operating Guide

SAFETY RULES

• Don’t Overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Stay Alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when

you are tired.

• Maintain Appliance With Care. Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and

to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect

appliance cord periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility.

Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free

from oil and grease.

• Check Damaged Parts. Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other part that is

damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its

intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of

parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that

is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless

indicated elsewhere in this manual.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to

battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your nger on

the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.

FOR BATTERY-OPERATED APPLIANCES

• Do not charge appliance in rain, or in wet locations.

• Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.

• When replacing batteries, all batteries should be replaced at the same time. Mixing

fresh and discharged batteries could increase internal cell pressure and rupture the discharge

battery(ies).

• When inserting batteries into this product, the proper polarity or direction must be

observed. Reverse insertion of batteries can result in leakage or explosion.

• Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the

gardening appliance.

• Donotdisposeofthebattery(ies)inare.The cell may explode. Check with local codes for

possible special disposal instructions.

• Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause

damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

• Wear full eye protection and protective clothing.

• If electrolyte contacts the skin, wash it off immediately with water.

• Ifelectrolytecontactstheeyes,usthoroughlyandimmediatelywithwater. Seek medical

attention.

POLE SAW SAFETY WARNINGS

• Do not operate near electrical power lines. The unit has not been designed to provide

protection from electric shock in the event of contact with overhead electric lines. Consult local

regulations for safe distances from overhead electric power lines and ensure that the operating

position is safe and secure before operating the pole saw.

• Use pole saw for cutting wood only. Do not use for cutting non-wood items.

• 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 while you are

operating the unit. Have a planned retreat path.