sunjoe SWJ800E - User Manual

A Division of Snow Joe, LLC
Model No. SWJ800E
Form No. SJ-SWJ800E-880E
© 2012 by Snow Joe, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Electric Pole Chain Saw
Electric Pole Chain Saw
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instruction
All Operators Must Read These
Instructions Before Use
Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may
result in serious bodily injury or death.
mDANGER! This indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not followed, will result in death or serious injury.
mWARNING! This indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
mCAUTION! This indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
General Safety
m
WARNING! When using electric gardening appliances,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:
• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit
of checking to see that adjusting wrenches are removed
from the saw before turning it on.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Clear working area of
branches and limbs after every cutting. Cluttered areas
invite accidents.
• DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Don’t use
power tools in damp or wet locations.
• DON’T USE THE POLE SAW IN THE RAIN.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe
distance from work area.
• DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was designed.
• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a
job for which it was not designed.
• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Use of
rubber gloves and substantial footware is recommended
when working outdoors.
• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust
mask if cutting operation is dusty.
• Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they
are NOT safety glasses.
• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean
for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
• DISCONNECT TOOL. Disconnect the Pole Saw from the
power supply when not in use, before servicing, when
changing accessories or chain.
• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in off position before plugging it
into a power source.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s
manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury.
• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before each use, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be repaired or
replaced and check for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other conditions
that may affect its operation.
• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
Turn power OFF. Don’t leave saw until it comes to
a complete stop.
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry Pole Saw
with nger on the switch.
• DON’T GRASP THE EXPOSED CUTTING BLADE OR
CUTTING EDGES WHEN PICKING UP OR HOLDING SAW.
• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate Pole Saw when you are tired.
• STORE IDLE TOOL INDOORS. When not in use, appliances
should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up
places out of reach of children.
Electrical Safety
m
WARNING! Repair or replace damaged or worn cords
immediately.
mWARNING! Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electrical shock.
mWARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, use
only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use, such
as an extension cord of cord type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A,
STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A. or SJTOW-A.

Summary

General Safety Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Basic safety precautions for electric gardening appliances to reduce risk of fire, shock, and injury.

Electrical Safety Measures

Warnings and requirements for safe use of electrical components and cords, including rain and wet conditions.

Extension Cords and Pole Saw Safety

Extension Cord Guidelines

Proper selection and usage of extension cords, including GFCI and UL listing for safety.

Safe Pole Saw Operation

Key safety instructions for operating the pole saw, including stance, awareness, and handling.

Kickback and Trimming Safety

Kickback Prevention

Precautions to take to prevent kickback and maintain control of the pole saw.

Pole Saw Trimming Precautions

Specific safety considerations for trimming branches with the pole saw.

Safety Symbols Explanation

Explanation of safety symbols found on the product and in the manual.

Pole Saw Overview and Specifications

Know Your Pole Chain Saw

Illustration and numbered list identifying the parts of the pole chain saw.

Technical Data

Key technical specifications and performance data for the pole chain saw.

Unpacking and Assembly Procedures

Unpacking Carton Contents

List of items in the carton and instructions for checking contents and inspecting for damage.

Assembling the Corded Pole Saw

Step-by-step instructions and required tools for assembling the pole saw unit.

Operating Your Corded Pole Saw

Starting and Stopping the Saw

Detailed instructions for safely starting and stopping the pole saw motor.

Using the Saw Safely

Adjusting Telescoping Pole

Instructions on how to loosen, adjust, and tighten the telescoping pole collars.

Proper Cutting Stance

Guidance on maintaining balance and body positioning for safe cutting operations.

Basic Cutting Procedure

Techniques for cutting small branches and limbs, including stance and pressure.

Pruning Techniques

Methods for pruning limbs from live trees, including staged cuts and bark protection.

Limbing and Kickback Management

Limbing Procedures

Safely removing branches from fallen trees, cutting one at a time, and safe positioning.

Pinched or Trapped Saw

Steps to take if the saw chain or bar gets pinched or trapped in the wood.

Minimize Kickback

Strategies to prevent kickback, ensuring user safety and control.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Chain Tension and Sharpening

Instructions for adjusting chain tension and sharpening the chain for optimal cutting.

Guide Bar Maintenance

Tips for maintaining the guide bar to ensure maximum wear life.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

A table listing common problems with their corrective actions for the pole saw.

Daily Care and Support Information

Daily Checklist and Cleaning

Daily checklists, cleaning procedures, and storage recommendations for the pole saw.

Service, Support, and Model Numbers

Contact information for service, support, model/serial numbers, and warranty inquiries.

Product Warranty

sunjoe SWJ800E Specifications

General

Type	Electric Chainsaw
Bar Length	8 inches
Automatic Oiler	Yes
Power Source	Electric
Chain Speed	3.5 m/s
Chain Type	Oregon