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MODEL # 106071 (106070 Kit)

Operation Manual

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40V Lithium Ion Cordless Pole Saw

1100 W 120th Ave, Suite 600Westminster, CO 80234 • 720-287-5182

For Service or QuestionsCall 1-877-487-8275720-287-5182

www.redbackpowerusa.comRedback products are distributed by

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Table of ContentsImportant Safety Information Intended Use ...........................................................................................4 Personal Protective Equipment ...........................................................4 General Safety ........................................................................................5 Safety Icons ............................................................................................6 Overview of Components .........................................................................7Operation.....................................................................................................8 Checking the chain lubricating oil........................................................9 Tensioning the saw chain .....................................................................9 Adjustments before use .......................................................................10 Inserting and removing the battery....................................................10 Switching On/Off ...................................................................................11 Battery state of charge ........................................................................11Maintenance ............................................................................................13 Changing the saw rail and saw chain ...............................................14Storage ......................................................................................................15Warranty & Specifications ..................................................Back Cover

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Important Safety Information

WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before assembling or operating the pole saw. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this pole saw who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a pole saw can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly. Do not operate this pole saw if you have doubts or questions concerning safe operation.

Call our customer service department at 720-287-5182, 1-877-487-8275, or visit www.redbackpowerusa.com if you have any questions or concerns about the safe operation of this equipment.

Intended UseThe pole saw has been designed for pruning of trees and shrubsin private sector exclusively. The pole saw is not designed for felling of trees. Do not use the pole saw for any purpose other than for which it was designed. Any other use is unauthorized and may result in serious injury or death.

Personal Protective EquipmentWhen operating this pole saw it is essential that you wear safety gear including goggles or safety glasses, steel-toed shoes and tight fitting gloves (no loose cuffs or draw strings). Always wear ear plugs or sound deafening headphones to protect against hearing loss when operating this mower. Always wear sturdy footwear. Never wear sandals, sneakers or open shoes, and never operate the pole saw with bare feet. Do not wear loose clothing that might get caught in moving parts.

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Important Safety InformationGeneral SafetyFailure to follow warnings, cautions, assembly and operation instructions in the Operation Manual may result in serious injury or death.

READ THE OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION.

• Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. • Do not permit others that have not read and understood the

complete Operation Manual to operate this equipment. • Keep all people and pets a minimum of 10 feet away from the

work area when operating the pole saw. • Always operate the pole saw with both hands. • Do not operate the pole saw when under the influence of alcohol,

drugs or medication. • Do not allow a person who is tired, otherwise impaired or not

completely alert to operate the pole saw.

• Do not operate the pole saw in rain or other wet conditions. Protect the pole saw from rain.

• Always keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from the pole saw.

• The battery should be removed before any repairs are attempted.

Battery tool use and care• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A

charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals may cause burns or a fire.

• Under certain conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

• DO NOT USE BATTERIES WITH DAMAGED CASES. Dispose of batteries properly. Do not dispose of batteries in household waste.

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Important Safety InformationKickbackKickback occurs when the tip of the guide rail touches an object or when the saw chain becomes jammed in the cut. If the rail tip touches an object, this may throw the guide rail upwards and in the direction of the operator. If the saw chain jams on the upper edge of the guide rail, the rail may quickly recoil in the direction of the operator.

Kickback can be prevented by holding the saw firmly with both hands, ensuring that your thumbs and fingers clasp the handles on the pole saw. Move your body and arms into a position in which you can withstand the kickback force. Avoid an abnormal body posture and do not saw above shoulder height.

Safety IconsSafety icons are to remind you of important information while you are operating the unit.

Safety DecalsSafety decals on the pole saw are to remind you of important information while you are operating the unit. Make sure all decals are attached and in readable condition. Contact Redback USA at 1-877-487-8275 for replacement decals.

Use caution when operating this power equipment.

A pole saw has sharp blades. Use caution when operating, transporting and handling.

Wear protective noise deafening headphones when operating.

Use caution around rotating parts!Do not touch when operating.

! Read and understand the Operation Manual before operating the pole saw.

A pole saw has sharp blades. Use caution when operating around other people and pets.

Wear goggles or other eye protection.The pole saw can propel wood chips and dust.

Avoid operating in the rain, protect the battery and pole saw from wet conditions.

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B Insertion slot for battery

C Handle

D Switch interlock

E On/Off switch

F Shoulder belt

G Fastening loop for shoulder belt

H Upper shaft

I Front handle

J Shaft coupling

K Lower shaft

L Housing w/ ventilation openings

M Oil tank w/ oil level indicator

N Oil tank cover

O Saw rail

P Saw chain

Q Protection hood

R Hand wheel

S Chain tensioning wheel

T Chain cover

U Spiked bumper

V Battery* EP20 (2.0 Ah), EP40 (4.0 Ah), EP60 (6.0 Ah)

W LED state of charge indicator

X Release button for battery

Y Battery charger*

* Optional. Depending on delivery

Overview of Components

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Operation

Switch the unit off and remove the battery if the unit is left unattended; before checking, cleaning or performing other work

on the unit; or if the unit starts vibrating excessively.

Before initial operationUnpack the pole saw and accessories and check that no parts are missing or damaged.

NOTE: The batteries (optional; depending on delivery scope) are not fully charged on delivery. Prior to initial operation, charge the batteries fully. See user manual of the battery charger.

Lubricating the chain

The unit may be operated with adequate chain lubricating oil only. Inadequate lubrication will reduce the service life of the power

tool. Check the amount of oil on the oil level indicator. Topping up the chain oil

Fill the oil tank only with an environmentally compatible quality chain and bar lubricant (according to RAL-UZ48).

• Do not use waste oil. Renewed contact with waste oil can cause skin cancer.

• Waste oil is environmentally harmful.• Waste oil does not have the necessary lubricating properties and

is unsuitable for chain lubrication.• An oil other than the one recommended may damage the rail, the

chain and the lubricating system.• Ensure that dirt does not get into the oil tank.• Avoid spilling oil. Always wipe up any spilled oil.

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Operation• Open the oil tank cover A (see Figure 1). Before opening, clean if

required.• Carefully pour in the chain lubricating oil until it reaches the upper

mark on the oil level indicator B.• Close the oil tank cover A.• Check the chain oil level even during operation and top up with

chain oil if required.

Checking the chain lubrication• Start the unit (see section “Switching on/off the power tool”.• Hold running saw chain for some time approx. 15 cm above a

suitable surface. If there is adequate chain lubrication, the oil which is ejected by the saw chain will form a light trail.

Chain tension

Before performing any work on the pole saw, remove the battery. The teeth on the saw chain are very sharp! Wear protective gloves

when performing any work on the chain.

NOTE: Check and re-adjust the tension of a new chain after working for a few minutes. Switch the motor off, remove the battery and actuate the chain brake.

Checking the chain tensionThe saw chain must not sag, but it should be possible to pull it 1/16” to 1/8”away from the saw rail in the middle of the rail (see Figure 2).

Tensioning the saw chain• Unscrew the hand wheel anti-clockwise until the saw rail can be

moved by hand 1 (see Figure 3).• Turn the chain tensioning wheel on anticlockwise to tension the

chain 2.• Turn the saw chain by hand to check that it runs perfectly. It must

slide freely in the rail.• Tighten the hand wheel to attach the rail and the cover 3.

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OperationAdjustments before using

Before performing any work on the gardentool, remove the battery.

Assembling and adjusting the shoulder belt• Open retaining hook and hook onto the fastening eye on the

housing (see Figure 4).• Adjust the shoulder belt to your height. Adjust the shaft length.

To adapt to the working height the shaft length can be varied up to 17.7 inches (see Figure 5).• Loosen the threaded sleeve on the shaft coupling 1.• Extend the lower shaft until the ideal handle length is reached 2.• Tighten the threaded sleeve 3.

Inserting/replacing the battery• Charging the battery as described in the battery charger

operation manual.• Press the charged battery into the power tool until it clicks into

place (see Figure 6).• To remove, press the release button 1 and pull out the battery 2.

Protect the battery contacts when thebattery is not being used. Loose metal parts

may short-circuit the contacts.

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OperationSwitching on/off the power toolSwitching on

Make certain that the saw chain has not yetbeen positioned for cutting and is not

touching any other objects.

• Hold the saw firmly with both hands and ensure that there are no people (particularly children) or animals in the immediate vicinity.

First press and hold the switch interlock 1 (see Figure7).• Then press the On/Off switch 2.

Switching off• Release the On/Off switch.

When the On/Off switch is released, the sawchain continue running briefly.

Battery state of charge• Press the button on the battery to check the state of charge at

the state of charge indicator LEDs (see Figure 8). The indicator goes out after 5 seconds. If one of the LEDs flashes, the battery must be recharged. If none of the LEDs light up after the button is pressed, the battery is faulty and must be replaced.

Before each use• Check that all parts of the power tool are present, firmly attached

and undamaged.• Check that the chain tension is correct.• Check the chain lubrication.• Check that there are no leaks.

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OperationCorrect posture

Never work on unstable ground!Never work while standing on a ladder!

Use only when weather conditions are favourable!

• Stand with both legs firmly on the ground.• Always hold the power tool with both hands!• Look over the working area and remove any obstructions.• Switch the pole saw on before starting the cut.• Apply a uniform pressure to the unit without excessive force.

After use

Always switch the motor off before you put the power tool down! When the On/Off switch is released, the saw chain continues

running briefly.• Stop the engine.• Wait until all rotating parts have come to a standstill.• Remove the battery.• Place sheath on cutting mechanism.• Leave power tool to cool down.

Basic working technique• Operate the saw at a maximum angle of 60 degrees (see Figure 9). • Never cut a branch directly aboutthe head!• Start at the bottom of the trunk and work upwards.• To cut thick branches saw in 2 steps: 1. Saw upwards into the branch 1/3 of the branch diameter 1. 2. A little further up the branch saw through the branch from

top to bottom 2.• Saw longer branches piece by piece.• When limbing trunks lying flat on theground, first always saw off

the branchespointing upwards. Do not cut throughsupporting branches until the trunk hasbeen sawn into lengths.

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Maintenance

Before performing any work on the pole saw, remove the battery. Risk of injury by the sharp cutters!

Wear protective gloves.

The user should perform only the maintenance work described below. All other work, in particular motor maintenance and repairs, must be performed by a trained specialist. Improper work may damage the power tool and result in injuries. Have power tool inspected once a year at a service center.

Overview of cleaning and maintenance• After using the power tool clean the unit. • Tension the saw chain.• Clean oil guide groove in the saw rail.• Check saw chain oil level, top up if required.

Cleaning• Do not use water or liquid detergents.• Clean the unit with a damp cloth and a soft brush.• Remove the chain cover, and use a soft brush to remove debris

from the saw rail, saw chain, chain wheel and chain cover.• Keep the ventilation slits clean and dust free.

ServicingTo tension the saw chain, (see Figure 3) on page 9.Cleaning oil guide groove in the saw rail• Remove saw rail.• Remove dirt from the oil guide groove using a suitable tool. Use

a plastic spatula, not a steel tool!• Re-attach saw rail.

Regrinding saw chainSpecial tools are required to sharpen the saw chain and guarantee that the blades of the chain are sharpened at the correct angle and to the correct depth. We recommendhaving the saw chain reground by specialist.

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Maintenance

The teeth on the saw chain are very sharp! Wear protective gloves when handling the chain.

An incorrectly attached saw chain will cause the power tool to cut in an uncontrolled manner!

When attaching the chain, observe the running direction!

Changing saw rail and saw chainPlace the pole saw on any suitable flat surface.• Unscrew the hand wheel anti-clockwise until the saw rail can

be moved by hand 1 (see Figure 10).• Turn the chain tensioning wheel clockwise to push the saw

rail as far as possible onto the chain wheel 2.• Detach the hand wheel 3 and remove the chain cover 4 (see

Figure 11).• Place saw chain around the saw rail starting on the upper

part of the rail. Slide the chain in the slot around the saw rail. When attaching the chain, ensure that it is in the correct running direction.

• Place the saw chain around the chain wheel 5 (see Figure 12).• Place elongated hole of the saw rail on the stud bolt and the

guide bolt 6.• Attach the chain guard 7 (see Figure 13).• Tighten the hand wheel slightly 8.

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Maintenance• Tighten the chain tensioning wheel anticlockwise to tension the

chain 9 (see Figure 14). The saw chain must not sag, but it should be possible to pull it 1/16” - 1/8” off the saw rail in the middle of the saw rail.

• Tighten the hand wheel to attach the rail and the cover 10.• Turn the saw chain by hand to check that it runs perfectly. It must

slide freely in the rail.

NOTE: Check and re-adjust the tension of a new chain after working for a few minutes. Switch the motor off, remove the battery and apply the chain brake.

Remove the battery from the pole saw before storing. Store the pole saw in a dry, dust-free and frost-free place ideally in a temperature range of 50° - 77°F (10-25 °C). Place the sheath over the cutting mechanism. Store the battery and the unit separately. The chain rail can be removed for storage.

Charge the battery before storing the unit in winter. For storage over long time, drain the chain oil from the chain saw.

Keep the unit, in particular its plastic components, away from brake fluids, petrol, petroleum products, penetrating oil, etc. They contain chemical substances which may damage, attack or destroy the plastic components of the unit.

Remove the battery from the pole saw when not in use.

Disposal InformationRecycle raw materials instead of disposing as waste. Battery, accessories and packaging should be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner. Plastic parts are identified for recycling according to material type.

Do not use batteries with damaged casing. Do not attempt to open batteries.

Do not dispose of in fire, water or household waste.

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Warranty & Specifications IMPORTANT NOTICEWe, the manufacturer, reserve the right to change the product and/or specifications in this manual without notification. The manual is for information usage only and the pictures and drawings depicted herein are for reference only.

Warranty Repair and ServiceDo not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair. Call our customer service department at 720-287-5182, 1-877-487-8275, or visit www.redbackpowerusa.com for the location of the nearest service center.

Record the information below for future reference.

1100 W 120th Ave., Suite 600Westminster, CO 80234 • 720-287-5182

Redback products are distributed by For Service or QuestionsCall 1-877-487-8275720-287-5182

www.redbackpowerusa.com

SKU/Part No. 106071 (106070Kit)

Description 40V Lithium Ion Cordless Pole Saw Rated Voltage 40 Volts DC Chain Speed 20 feet/second Length 80 Inches Oil Tank Volume 2.37 Fluid Ounces (70mL) Shipping Weight 7 Lbs. (w/o battery) Battery 2.0Ah (included with kit) Battery Charger 2A Charger (included with kit) Run Time Up to 50 minutes/charge (with 4.0Ah battery) Warranty 3-Year Limited Warranty; 1-Year on Battery