Battery-Powered Chain Saw

Safety & Operating Instructions

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Important Safety Considerations.................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Chapter 2: Unpacking the NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw and Charging the Battery Pack.............................................................................. 4

Chapter 3: Operating Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw .......................................................................................................................................... 6

Chapter 4: Maintaining Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw ...................................................................................................................................... 7

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw ............................................................................................................................. 8

Chapter 6: Parts List, Schematic Diagram, and Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................ 9

Conventions used in this Manual

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not followed, will result in death or serious injury.

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

This information is important in the proper use of your tool. Failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to your tool or property.

TIP: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw.

NOTE:

This information may be helpful to you in using your Saw.

Neuton Power Equipment reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your equipment.

NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw Product Specifications

Motor

Input

Controls

ON/OFF

Handles

Chain Saw Housing

Single Trigger Switch w/Release Button

Soft Grip Rubber over Molded Handles

Bar Length

Weight

Bar, Chain & Motor Oiling

Voltage

Battery Pack Charger

10 inches –Oregon Bar w/Safety Tip Blade & Protective Cover

9.5 lbs. (including Battery)

Automatic Pump System w/Oil Level Window

,

18V Lithium Charger (optional), plugs into standard electrical outlet

Use only the Neuton Lithium Charger with Neuton Lithium Battery Packs. Do not use the Neuton Lithium Charger with Battery Packs from other manufacturers or other Neuton products.

Charge Time

Replacement

30-60 minutes to recharge

Easy to snap-in and out of Saw housing

Chapter 1: Important Safety Considerations

We want you to enjoy years of safe and productive use from your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw. We do not want you injured, so please take a few moments to read the following instructions for safely operating your new Tool.

Take a moment to study the following labels and make a note of their location before you operate the Saw. Replace damaged or missing safety and information labels immediately.

286551

Battery Charger

WARNING Labels

286561

WARNING Label on Motor Housing

260921

2

DANGER of Electrocution Label on Motor Housing

286691

Battery Pack WARNING Label

286541

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Protecting Yourself and Those around You

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Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the Saw and the activity of cutting. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

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When felling a tree, keep everyone a safe distance from the cutting area. During felling operations, the safe distance should be at least twice the height of the largest trees in the felling area. If the tree makes contact with any utility line, notify the utility company immediately.

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If the tree starts to fall in the wrong direction, or if the Saw is caught or hung up during the fall, leave the Saw and save yourself.

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Only allow responsible individuals who have a thorough understanding of these instructions to operate the Saw. Never allow children to operate the tool.

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If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take, please do not do it.

Dressing Appropriately

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Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when using your

NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw to protect against thrown chips.

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We recommend the use of ear protectors or earplugs rated for at least 20 DBA to protect your hearing.

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Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using the Saw. If you have safety shoes, wear them. Do not use the Saw while barefoot or wearing sandals with exposed toes or heels.

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Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which can catch on the Saw’s chain.

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We recommend wearing long pants and non-slip rubber gloves while using this Saw. Be sure the gloves fit properly and do not have loose cuffs or drawstrings.

Preparing to Use Your Chain Saw

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the Saw and in the manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the control and the proper use of the

Saw before starting.

Operating Your Chain Saw Safely

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If the Saw jams on any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BAR OR CHAIN, THEY CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY

DANGEROUS. Safely disconnect the damaged electrical cord or line from its power source. If possible, do so safely. If in doubt, call an

electrician or an electrical contractor for assistance. Failure to heed this DANGER will result in death or serious personal injury.

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This Saw can sever body parts! Keep hands and feet away from the Chain and always keep both hands on the Handles when using the Saw.

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Do not use your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw for any job other than the intended use.

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Avoid unintentional starting - never carry the NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw with your finger on the ON/OFF Trigger.

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Never use the Guard as a handle; this could result in a serious personal injury.

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Remove the Battery Pack when inspecting or cleaning material from the Saw.

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Never pick up or hold the Saw by the cutting Chain.

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Be aware that the cutting Chain coasts to a stop after releasing the ON/OFF Trigger; it does not stop immediately.

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Do not operate the Saw in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

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Do not operate the Saw while in a tree, on a ladder or on a scaffold.

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Do not force the Chain Saw - it will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury when cutting at its own rate.

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Never over reach the work when using the Saw. Always keep proper footing and balance at all times.

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Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush, saplings or limbs under tension, because slender and tense material may catch the

Saw and be whipped toward you, or spring back, pulling you off balance. Do not cut small vines and/or small underbrush.

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If the Saw vibrates abnormally, stop the motor, remove the Battery Pack, and inspect the tool for any damage. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition that may affect its operation.

Repair the damage before restarting and operating the Saw. NOTE: Excessive vibration is generally a sign of trouble.

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Never use the Saw with a damaged or missing Guard.

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Do not operate the Saw if it does not start normally or stop normally with the ON/OFF Trigger Switch.

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Stay alert and watch what you are doing. Do not operate the Saw when you are tired or under the influence of medication, drugs, or alcohol.

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Never operate the Saw in the rain.

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Operate only in daylight or in an area well lit by artificial light.

Handling the Battery Pack Safely

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Always charge the Battery Pack indoors, never charge it the rain or in wet conditions.

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Use only the Neuton Lithium Charger with Neuton Lithium Battery Packs. Do not use the Neuton Lithium Charger with Battery Packs from other manufacturers or other Neuton products. Use of a different Charger may cause a fire or explosion.

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Never attempt to alter or open the Battery Pack or Charger. There are no customer serviceable parts inside. Use normal household voltage (110 volts) when charging the Battery Pack. Plug the Charger Power Supply directly into the electrical outlet.

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Exercise care in handling the Battery Pack in order not to short-circuit it with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys.

When short-circuited, the Battery Pack or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

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Electrolyte leakage from the Battery Pack can be harmful causing serious chemical burns if on the skin or in the eyes. Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with cold water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Inhalation of vapors from a ruptured Battery Pack can cause respiratory irritation, provide fresh air, and seek medical attention.

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Never dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire, as the Battery Pack may explode. Never open or mutilate the Battery Pack; released materials are flammable. If fire or explosion occurs, do not breathe the fumes. A burning Battery Pack will create toxic fumes.

Fire fighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus. The fire in the Battery Pack will need to burn out, but the fire can be kept from spreading. If possible, separate the Battery Pack from other flammable materials and use sand, copper powder or powdered graphite fire extinguishers, dry ground dolomite or soda ash to smother the fire.

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Do not ship damaged Battery Packs and be sure to use the original packaging materials when shipping Batteries and tools back to

Neuton Power Equipment if you decide you do not want them. Special labeling on the packaging is required because the Batteries are considered hazardous materials. Check with airlines before trying to check Lithium Batteries with your baggage. New regulations are being considered that may restrict packaging and shipping of these Batteries as well as tools with Batteries installed.

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Please dispose of your used Battery Packs responsibly by recycling them, never throw away used Battery Packs in your household trash. Call your local Solid Waste Management District or your local waste handler to locate the collection site nearest you. Some collection sites recycle Battery Packs year-round; others collect them periodically.

You can also visit the Web site of Earth 911 for more information [www.earth911.org]. Once there, click the Municipal HHW link under

Hazardous Household Waste, and enter your zip code. The site lists recycling centers located near you. You can also visit our website www.neutonpower.com

and click on “Customer Service” to find distribution centers across the country that will accept your Battery Pack for 100% recycling of the plastic, and lithium. To learn more about hazardous waste recycling, visit the Web site for the Environmental

Protection Agency [www.epa.gov].

No list of Warnings and Cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur not covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense and operate the NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw in a safe manner. Visit our website at www.neutonpower.com

or call Toll Free:

1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.

Chapter 2: Unpacking the NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw and Charging the Battery Pack

Carton Contents:

- NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw (fully assembled) w/Bar Chain Cover

- Battery Pack and Charger (optional)

- 7/32" Hex Key Wrench/ Blade Screwdriver

- Safety and Operating Instructions

Unpacking:

1. Carefully remove the Chain Saw, Bar Cover, Battery Pack (optional), Charger (optional), Wrench/Screwdriver, and the Safety and Operating

Instructions from the Shipping Carton. Make sure that all items listed in the Carton Contents are included.

2. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. If you find damaged or missing parts, call

Toll Free: 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.

NOTE: Do not discard the Shipping Carton and packaging material until you are fully satisfied with your new NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw.

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Charge the Battery Pack before your first use.

The NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw uses a sealed, Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (optional). The Battery Pack is 18 volts and rated at 2.6 amp-hours. The Battery Pack should not leak, regardless of the position in which it is stored. Read “Handling the Battery Safely” in Chapter 1 for additional information. The Battery Pack is completely maintenance free. You never need to add water. With all rechargeable Batteries, after years of use, they will eventually need replacement.

You MUST charge the Battery Pack for at least 30-60 minutes before you use the Saw for the first time. If you do not charge it before using the Saw, the Battery Pack’s charging capacity may decrease.

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Make sure the Charger Power Supply is plugged into a normal household voltage, 120volts, 60Hz, AC only.

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You should operate the Battery Charger in a dry place with temperatures between 32ºF (0ºC) and +80ºF (+26.7ºC). Operating above +80 ºF can cause Battery Pack leakage, rust, or degradation of the Battery Pack performance.

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Disconnect Charger Power Supply from the household voltage power when not in use to prevent damage to the Charger during a power surge.

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Periodically inspect the Cord on the Charger unit for damage. If damage occurs, do not use the Charger until you have replaced or repaired the Cord. Do not abuse the Cord. Never carry the Charger by the Cord. Always pull the plug – and not the Cord – when disconnecting the Power Supply from the electrical outlet (wall outlet) and from the Charger. When using an extension Cord with your

Charger, use a heavy-duty extension Cord of a type 'suitable for outdoor use' (although you should never charge the Battery Pack in the open outdoors).

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The Battery Pack requires 2-3 charging and discharging cycles before reaching full charge ability.

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A Battery Pack may last much longer if you charge it as soon as it starts to lose power and not let it completely discharge. Recharge the

Battery Pack as soon as the cutting power of your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw is no longer effective. This would be a good time to have a spare Battery Pack ready to go. Recharge the Battery Pack for 30-60 minutes until fully charged and remove it from the Charger.

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A good time to consider purchasing a replacement Battery Pack is when it looses its power quickly.

1. Plug the Charger into a standard household electrical outlet (Figure 1). The Green LED will glow.

2. Place Battery Pack in the Charger (Figure 1). The Battery Pack and Charger have keyways so they will fit together only one way.

When properly connected, the RED LED will glow (Figure 1). If the RED LED flashes, this indicates a defective or wrong type

Battery.

3. The Charger Indicator Light will glow RED continuously while charging. When fully charged the RED LED will change to GREEN, the Charger will shut OFF automatically after two (2) hours and the LED will remain GREEN.

When installing the Battery Pack, DO NOT push the Lock-Off Button or squeeze the Trigger ON/OFF Switch (Figure 2).

1. Install the Charged Battery Pack in your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw by aligning the connector on the Battery Pack with the receptacle at the rear of the Saw and insert the Battery Pack (Figure 2) until the Latches on each side of the Battery Pack snap into place; assuring a secure connection to the Saw. Again, the Battery Pack and Saw Housing have keyways so they will fit together only one way.

2. To remove the Battery Pack, simply press both Latches on sides of the Battery Pack to release the Battery Pack from the NEUTON

Battery-Powered Chain Saw Housing (Figure 2) and pull the Battery Pack straight out.

Charger

Figure 1

Battery Pack

Green LED

Red LED

Figure 2

Oil Level Window

Latch (1 on each side)

Oil Tank Cap

Trigger ON/OFF Switch

Lock-Off Button

(either side)

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Chapter 3: Operating Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw

Starting and Stopping the Saw

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Before starting the Saw, remove the Oil Tank Cap and add #32 Bar & Chain Oil to the top of the Oil Level Window (Figure 2 on page 5) .

One (1) minute of use will consume approximately 0.15 fl. oz. (5ml) of oil. Refill when the oil level drops to 1/4 of a tank.

NOTE: Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw is equipped with an Automatic Oil Pump for Bar and Chain oiling.

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Starting, stopping, and restarting an electric Motor repeatedly within a few seconds can generate a great deal of heat and damage the

Motor. To protect the life of your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw, always wait at least five (5) seconds after stopping before restarting the Saw.

Be certain that the Chain is not in contact with any object when you start the Motor.

1. Perform the Daily Checks listed on the back cover of this manual.

2. Firmly grip the Rear Handle with your right hand and the Front Handle with your left hand (whether or not you are right handed or left handed).

3. Push the Lock-Off Button IN (Figure 2 on page 5) with your right thumb or fore finger and squeeze the Trigger ON/OFF Switch with your fingers. Once the Motor starts you can release the Lock-Off Button. If the Saw does not start, make sure the Battery Pack is charged and locked firmly into place in the Saw Housing.

4. To stop the Saw, simply release the Trigger ON/OFF Switch.

Using the Saw

Kickback of the Saw is a condition that may occur when the moving Chain contacts an object at the upper portion of the Tip of the

Guide Bar (Figure 3) or when the wood closes in and pinches the Chain Saw in the cut causing the Chain to stop for an instant. The result is a lightening fast, reverse reaction that kicks the Guide Bar up and back toward the operator that can cause loss of Saw control which can result in serious injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into the Saw.

As a Chain Saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury. You should observe the following precautions to minimize Kickback:

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Always grip the Saw firmly with both hands. A firm grip together with a stiff left arm will help you maintain control of the Saw if Kickback occurs.

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Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free from obstructions.

Don’t let the Nose of the Guide Bar contact a log, branch, fence or any other obstruction that could be hit while you are operating the Saw.

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Push and Pull - This is a reaction force always opposite to the direction the

Chain is moving where contacting the wood. Thus, the operator must be ready to control the PULL when cutting on the bottom edge of the Bar, and

PUSH when cutting along the top edge.

Proper Cutting Stance (Figure 4)

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Balance your weight with both feet on solid ground.

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Keep left arm with elbow locked in a "straight arm" position to withstand any

Kickback force.

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Your body should always be to the left of the Chain Line.

Basic Cutting Procedure

Practice cutting a few small logs using the following technique to get the "feel" of using the Saw before you begin a major sawing operation.

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Take the proper stance in front of the wood with the Saw OFF (Figure 4).

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Squeeze the Trigger and let the Chain accelerate to full speed before entering the cut.

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Keep the Saw running the entire time you are cutting, maintain a steady speed.

Figure 3

Chain

Line

Straight

Arm

Position

Kickback

Zone

6

Figure 4

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Allow the Chain to cut for you; exert only light downward pressure. If you force the cut, damage to the Bar, Chain, or unit can result.

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Do not put pressure on the Saw at the end of the cut.

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Do not cut above chest height, as a Saw held higher is difficult to control against Kickback forces.

Load

Second Cut

Pruning

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When pruning trees it is important not to make the finishing cut next to the main limb or trunk until you have cut off the limb further out to reduce the weight. This prevents stripping the bark from the main member.

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Under cut the branch 1/3 through for your first cut. Your second cut should over cut to drop the branch off (Figure 5).

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Now make your finishing cut from the topside of the branch smoothly and neatly against the main member so the bark will grow back to seal the wound.

First Cut

1/3 Diameter

Finishing Cut

Figure 5

Chapter 4: Maintaining Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw

This chapter explains how to adjust the Chain Tension, sharpen the Chain and Guide Bar Maintenance.

Always remove the Battery Pack before performing any adjustments, maintenance, or repairs to your Chain Saw.

Chain Tension

Properly Adjusted Warm Chain

Check the Chain Tension before using the Saw when the Chain is cold. The correct tension of a cold Chain is when there is no slack on the underside of the

Guide Bar, the Chain is snug, but you can turn it by hand without binding.

During normal Saw operation, the temperature of the Chain will increase. The

Drive Links of a correctly tensioned warm Chain will hang approximately .050 in.

(1.25mm) out of the Bar Groove (Figure 6). Be aware that a Chain tensioned while warm, may be too tight upon cooling. Check the "cold tension" before next use.

The Chain must be re-tensioned whenever the Flats on the Drive Links hang out of the Bar groove (Figure 6).

NOTE: A new Chain tends to stretch so check the Chain tension frequently and retension as required.

Approximately .050 in. (1.25mm)

Chain Needs Tensioning

Tool Required:

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7/32" Hex Key Wrench/ Blade Screwdriver (supplied)

1. Using the Hex Key Wrench, loosen the Guide Bar Screw (Figure 7) so it is just finger tight.

2. Turn the Chain Tensioner (Figure 8) clockwise with a Screwdriver to tension the Chain as required and then retighten the Guide Bar Screw.

Chain Sharpening

For smooth and fast cutting, you need to maintain the Chain properly. The Chain requires sharpening when the wood chips are small and powdery, if you must force the Chain through the wood during cutting, or the Chain cuts to one side.

NOTE: Improper Chain sharpening increases the risk of Kickback. Therefore, we highly recommend that when the Chain requires sharpening, you have the

Chain professionally sharpened.

Guide Bar Maintenance

When the Guide Bar shows signs of wear, turn it over on the Saw to distribute the wear for maximum Bar life. Feathering or burring of the Bar Rails is a normal process of Bar wear. You should smooth such faults with a file as soon as they occur.

Replace a Bar with any of the following faults:

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Wear inside the Bar Rails permitting the Chain to layover sideways.

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Bent Guide Bar

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Cracked or broken Rails

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Spread Rails

Turn the Saw over, check the underside of the Guide Bar, and make sure that the lubrication holes and Chain Groove are free from impurities.

Figure 6

Guide Bar Screw

Figure 7

Chain

Tensioner

Figure 8

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Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw

Troubleshooting Tips

Most difficulties are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems or need repairs beyond these minor adjustments, visit our website at www.neutonpower.com

or call Neuton Power Equipment Toll

Free at: 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.

Always remove the Battery Pack before performing any adjustments, maintenance, or repairs to your Chain Saw.

Troubleshooting Table

P

ROBLEM

The Saw Motor fails to start.

The Battery Pack will not charge.

The Saw runs, but the Chain speed Is low.

The Battery loses its charge quickly.

Bar and Chain running hot and smoking.

The Saw Motor runs, but the Chain is not turning.

C

ORRECTIVE

A

CTION

⇒ Check that you installed the Battery Pack correctly and that the Battery Pack is fully charged.

⇒ Make sure that you fully push in the Lock-Off Button before squeezing the ON/OFF Trigger Switch.

⇒ Check to see if the Battery Pack is all the way into the Charger. Insert the Battery Pack until the RED LED

Light illuminates.

⇒ The Charger Power Supply is not in a working outlet. Check the outlet with a lamp or other appliance.

⇒ Check to see if the outlet that you are using for the Charger Power Supply is controlled from a wall switch.

⇒ The surrounding air temperature is too hot or too cold. Move Charger and Battery Pack to a location where the surrounding air temperature is between 32ºF (0ºC) and +80ºF (+26.7ºC).

⇒ The Battery Pack was probably not at full charge prior to cutting. Charge the Battery Pack, if necessary.

⇒ The Chain is too tight re-tension.

⇒ The Battery Pack was probably not at full charge prior to cutting. Charge the Battery Pack, if necessary.

NOTE: You will need to charge a new Battery Pack 2-3 times to achieve maximum cutting time.

⇒ The Battery Pack may be getting old. After some time, you will need to replace the Battery Pack.

⇒ The Chain tension is too tight, re-tension.

⇒ The Chain Oil Tank is empty, refill.

⇒ The lubrication holes are plugged, clean them out.

⇒ The Chain tension is too tight, re-tension.

⇒ The Guide Bar or Chain is damaged, inspect and replace the damaged part.

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Chapter 6: Parts List, Schematic Diagram, and Warranty

Parts List & Schematic Diagram NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw

NOTE:

Part numbers listed are available through Neuton Power Equipment

1

2

3

262051 Chain Saw Motor Housing Assembly

286391 Battery Pack (optional)

262061 Oil Tank Cap

4 5 6

6 262091 Chain

7 262101 Guide Bar

8 262111 Bar Cover

3

9 286411 Battery Pack Charger (optional)

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2

1

101123

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2-Year Limited Warranty

Terms and Conditions

The NEUTON

®

Battery-Powered Chain Saw has a warranty for two (2) years against defects in materials or workmanship when put to personal residential household use.

For the purposes of the warranty, “personal residential household use” refers to non-commercial residential use and further excludes misuse, accidents, or damage due to inadequate maintenance.

Neuton Power Equipment certifies that the NEUTON

®

Battery-Powered Chain Saw is fit for ordinary purposes for which a product of this type is used. Neuton Power Equipment however, limits the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness in duration to a period of two (2) years in personal residential household use.

The 2-Year Limited Warranty on the NEUTON

®

Battery-Powered Chain Saw starts on the date the tool shipped from our factory. The 2-

Year Limited Warranty is applicable only to the original owner.

The owner is responsible for the performance of all the required maintenance as defined by the manufacturer's owner manual.

The owner is responsible for the replacement of normally wearing parts such as the Battery Pack, Chain, and the Bar Guide.

During the warranty period, the owner is responsible for all shipping and transportation charges, if required.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE LENGTH OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO

YOU.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS

MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Neuton Power Equipment shall not be liable under any circumstances for any incidental or consequential damages or expenses of any kind, including, but not limited to, cost of equipment rentals, or cost of hiring services to perform tasks normally performed by the

NEUTON

®

Battery-Powered Chain Saw.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

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Daily Checklist, Cleaning and Storing for your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw

To help maintain your NEUTON Chain Saw for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time you use your Saw.

Do not insert the Battery Pack until you have completed all of the daily checks.

[ ]

BATTERY PACK: Make sure the Battery Pack has a full charge.

[ ] INSPECT: Before inserting the Battery Pack, inspect for any visible damage to the Chain, Bar Guide, Hand Guard, or Motor Housing.

Inspect the oil port and Bar Guide rails and clean them to remove any debris.

Check the Chain tension.

Check the Bar and Chain Oil level, fill with only new Chain Oil specifically formulated for chainsaws

.

[ ] NOISES: If you notice anything unusual, such as a vibration or odd sound, shut the Saw OFF immediately. Remove the Battery Pack and check the Saw for any damage.

If you cannot find the cause of the problem or are uncertain what to do, then have the Saw inspected by a qualified repair shop before using it or visit our website at www.neutonpower.com

.

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Remove the Battery Pack and allow the Saw to cool for at least five (5) minutes before servicing or storing.

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If you drop the Saw, carefully inspect it for damage. If the Battery is damaged, Guide Bar is bent, Housing cracked, or Handles broken or if you see any other condition that may affect the Saw's operation, visit our website at www.neutonpower.com

or call Neuton Power

Equipment Toll Free at: 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance before putting it back into use.

Cleaning the Chain Saw

Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the Saw. Never let any liquid get inside the Motor Housing and NEVER immerse any part of the Saw Housing into a liquid.

Storing

[ ] Always store the Saw with a full Battery Pack charge.

[ ] Ensure that the plastic Bar Cover is in place when storing.

[ ] Do not store the Saw near chemicals, such as fertilizers, organic or other solvents. Do not expose brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., to the plastic parts of the Saw. These products are often highly corrosive and may cause permanent damage, weaken, or destroy the plastic to your Saw.

[ ] When not in use, your NEUTON Battery-Powered Chain Saw should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of reach of children.

[ ] For superior Battery Pack performance, always store the Battery Pack and Charger in a DRY environment with temperatures between 32ºF (0ºC) and +80ºF (+26.7ºC). Storing above +80 ºF can cause Battery Pack leakage, rust, or degradation of the Battery

Pack performance. The lower the storage temperature is within the specified range, the better. The Battery Pack will discharge more slowly at low temperatures. Charge the Battery Pack for 30-60 minutes, until fully charged, prior to storage and then every one (1) to two (2) months; and then again prior to the first seasons use. To prevent permanent damage to the Battery Pack, never store it in a discharged condition. Be sure to remove the Battery Pack from the Charger after charging. In addition, you can safely keep the Battery Pack in your tool when storing for the long term.

Do not store the Battery Pack near children or pets, with metal objects that could short circuit the terminals, or close to a source of heat, sparks, open flame or on the floor as it may be damp or subject to accidental flooding. In addition, never expose the Battery

Pack to abnormal shaking or shocks. Regularly observe the external appearance of the Battery Pack. Never use a Battery Pack that shows cracks, changes shape, or obviously damaged.

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