Remington 104316-01 - User Manual

REMIN N
8' ELECTRIC=TElESCOPING POLE SAW
INTRODUCTION
YourRemington Telesooping 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 readand understand
all Safety Warnings.
A SAFETY
WARNINGS
Make Certain you read and
understand all Safety Warnings
on pages 2 and 3. Improper use
ofthis Pole Saw can cause severe
injury or death from fire, electrical
shock, body contactwRh moving
chain, or falling wood.
BEFORE OPERATING SAW
1. Read and understand both chain saw
and Pole Saw manuals before operat-
ing saws.
2. Watch what you are doing. Usa com-
mon sense. Do not operate saw when
you aretired.
3. Use chain saw for cutting wood only.
Do not use chain saw for purpose not
intended. Do not use for cutting non-
wood items.
4.
Only well-iusmtcted adults should op-
erate Pole Saw orchain saw. Nero al-
low children to operate saws.
5. Use only electrical voltage noted on
model plate of chain saw..
6. Use only extension cords marked for
outdooruse. See Operating Chain Saw
section of chain saw manual for exten-
sion cord requirements,
7. Do not operate Polo Saw orchain saw
• while under the influence of alcohol,
medication, or drugs
• in rain orin damp orwet areas
• if tfiggex does not turn saw on and
off. Chain must stop moving when
you release trigger. Haye faulty
switch replaced byauthorizedservice
center.See chain saw manual forlist-
ing of authorized service centers.
• whiin in a hurry
• wl_e in tree or on a ladder
• while on aerial booms, buckets or
5.
pisiforms
8. Wear sung-fittlng clothes when oper-
ating Pole Saw or chain saw. Do_not
wear loose clothing or jewelry. They 6.
can get caught in moving saw chain.
9. Wear the following safety gear when 7.
operatingsaws:
• heavy-duty gloves (wear rubber
gloves when working outdoors) 8.
• steel-toed safety footweur with non-
skid soles 9.
• eye protection such as safety glasses,
goggles, or face screen 10.
• safetybardhat ,
• earmufflers orear plugs
• haircoveting to contain long hair 11.
• faceordust mask (ifwortdng in dasty
areas)
10. Before cutting, always provide the fol- 12.
lowing:
• clearwork area
• secure footing
• planned retreat path from falling 13.
limbs
II. Inspecttree hefore trimming. Make al-
lowance for branches to fall freely to
the ground.
12. Do not Use your Polo Saw to fell sap- 14.
lings. Use the chain saw without pole
attachemenL.::7"i _
13. To reducethe risk of electric shock, this
saw has a polarized plug (one blade is
widerthan the other). This plug will fit
in apolarized oudet only one way. If
the ping does not fit fully in the oudet
of your extension cord, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, a polarized 15.
extension cord will be necessary. Do
not change the plug in any way.
• where highly flammable liquids or
gasesarapresent WHILE OPERATING POLE SAW
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2. Keepwork areaclean.Clutteredareas
inviteinjuries.
3. Be aware ofexteusion cord while op-
orating chain saw. Be cerefiq not totrip
over €ord.Keep cordawa'. _m chain
and operatorat all times.
- 4. Keep children, animals, and bystand-
ers away from Pole Saw and extension
cord.OnlyPoleSaw usershouldhein
work area.
Do not use the Pole Saw to cut down
trees. Use the chain saw without pole
attachment and only if you are trained
or have expert help.
Do not use near power lines. Keep at
least I0 feet away fromelectricallines.
GripPoleSaw securely-onehandon
thepole,theotheronthehandle.
Keep fingeroff_gges undlreadyto
make cut.
BeforestartingPoleSaw,make sure
chainisnottounldnganything.
Toguardagainstelec=icalshock,avoid
body contactwithgroundedobjects
suchaspipes,fences,andmetalposm.
Keepallparrsofbodyawayfromchain
when saw isrunning.
Do not force chain saw while cutting.
Apply light pressure.It will do thejob
better andsafer at the rate forwhich it
was intended.
When cuttinglimbortreetrunkthatis
under tension, use extreme caution.Be
alert for wood springingback. When
wood tensionisreleased,limbcould
springbackand strikeoperatorcaus-
ingsevereinjuryordeath.
CarryPoleSaw fromoneplacetoan-
other
• withunitunplugged
• with telescoping pole returned to
shortest position
• by holding pole at balance point
(close to saw end)
• with guide bar and chain to rear
Do notcutsmallbrushand saplings
with the Pole Saw. Use the chainsaw
only, with extreme care. Slender mat-
ter may catch in the chain and be
whippedtoward you.Thiscouldalso
pull youoff balance.

Summary

Introduction

Before Operating Saw

While Operating Pole Saw

Kickback Safety

Kickback Safety Devices

Features designed to minimize kickback risk.

Pole Saw Maintenance and Storage

Storage Procedures

Instructions for storing the pole saw safely.

Product Identification

Pole Saw Names and Terms

Glossary of pole saw parts and their functions.

Assembly and Setup

Unpacking and Initial Checks

Steps for removing items from carton and checking for damage.

Chain Saw Assembly

Steps for assembling the chain saw unit.

Saw Chain Tension Adjustment

How to properly tension the saw chain for safe operation.

Operating Pole Saw

Extension Cords

Guidelines for using proper outdoor extension cords.

Adjusting Pole Length

How to extend and lock the telescoping pole.

Trimming a Tree (Pruning)

Pruning Safety Precautions

Critical safety warnings and precautions for tree trimming.

Kickback Hazards Explained

Cause Of Kickback

Explains how kickback occurs during saw operation.

Pushback and Pull-in Hazards

Cause Of Pushback and Pull-in

Explains how pushback and pull-in occur during saw operation.

Chain Saw Operation

Safe Operation Practices

General safety guidelines for chain saw operation.

Assembly Process Details

Assembling Guide Bar, Chain, and Hand Guard

Steps to attach key components to the saw body.

Saw Chain Tension Adjustment

Filling Oil Tank

Operating Chain Saw - Extension Cords

Oiling Chain

How to properly oil the chain and guide bar.

Cutting With the Chain Saw

Switch Lockout and Trigger Location

Identifying the switch lockout and trigger controls.

Trimming a Tree (Pruning)

Trimming Procedure

Step-by-step guide for cutting tree limbs.

Felling a Tree (Cutting Down a Tree)

Felling Safety Warnings

Safety precautions before felling a tree.

Felling Procedure

Making Felling Cuts

How to make the felling and notch cuts.

Limbing a Tree

Limbing Procedure

Steps for safely removing branches from a fallen tree.

Bucking a Log

Bucking Safety

Safety precautions for cutting logs.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Care of Guide Bar

Maintenance tips for the guide bar.

Sharpening Cutters

Filing Cutter Depth Gauges

Adjusting depth gauges after sharpening.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Lists common faults and their remedies.

Technical and Repair Services

Repair Service Options

Information on warranty and non-warranty repair services.

Replacement Parts and Accessories

Warranty Information

Remington 104316-01 Specifications

General

Brand	Remington
Model	104316-01
Category	Pole Saw
Language	English