Atlas 56938 Assembly instructions
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BRUSHLESS
CHAINSAW
40V
LITHIUM
56937
56938
80V
LITHIUM
18"
16"
Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Safety ........................................................................2
Specifications ............................................................7
Setup .........................................................................8
Operation ..................................................................12
Maintenance .............................................................17
Parts Lists and Diagrams .........................................20
Warranty ...................................................................24
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This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
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The term ″power tool″ in the warnings refers to your battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
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shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
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Carrying power tools with your finger on
the Trigger or energizing power tools that
have the Trigger on invites accidents.
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dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
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Unapproved safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye protection must be
ANSI-approved and breathing protection
must be NIOSH-approved for the
specific hazards in the work area.
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/&)*(%$&&7%(*/,"(*9%+*2&(*%'#*1 Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Y**/%4'$$"83%$&&7#%#.,(/%,89%47*,81 Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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A moment of inattention while operating
chain saws may cause entanglement of your
clothing or body with the saw chain.
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reversed hand configuration increases the risk
of personal injury and should never be done.
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Saw chains contacting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and
could give the operator an electric shock.
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Adequate protective clothing will reduce
personal injury by flying debris or
accidental contact with the saw chain.
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Operation of a chain saw while up in a
tree may result in personal injury.
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surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss
of balance or control of the chain saw.
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in the wood fibres is released the spring
loaded limb may strike the operator and/
or throw the chain saw out of control.
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may catch the saw chain and be whipped
toward you or pull you off balance.
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handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood
of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
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Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may
either break or increase the chance for kickback.
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Use of the chain saw for operations different than
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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8&$%'#*%4.,"8%#,)#1%%Chain saws produce
strong electromagnetic fields that can cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
People with pacemakers should consult
their physician(s) for advice.
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Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the
guide bar touches an object, or when the wood
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause
a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the
guide bar up and back towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the
top of the guide bar may push the guide
bar rapidly back towards the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose
control of the saw which could result in serious
personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the
safety devices built into your saw. As a chain saw
user, you should take several steps to keep
your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/
or incorrect operating procedures or
conditions and can be avoided by taking
proper precautions as given below:
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controlled by the operator, if proper precautions
are taken. Do not let go of the chain saw.
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unintended tip contact and enables better control
of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
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Incorrect replacement bars and chains may
cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
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Decreasing the depth gauge height
can lead to increased kickback.
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15. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
16. Avoid unintentional starting.
Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.
17. Do not leave the tool unattended when the
Battery Pack is connected. Turn off the tool,
and remove the Battery Pack before leaving.
18. The battery Charger gets hot during use.
The Charger’s heat can build up to
unsafe levels and create a fire
hazard if it does not receive
adequate ventilation, due to an electrical fault, or if it
is used in a hot environment.
Do not place the Charger on a flammable surface.
Do not obstruct any vents on the Charger.
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Place the Charger on a stable, solid, nonflammable
surface (such as a stable metal workbench or
concrete floor) at least 1 foot away from all
flammable objects, such as drapes or walls. Keep a
fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in the area.
Frequently monitor the Charger and
Battery Pack while charging.
19. This product is not a toy.
Keep it out of reach of children.
20. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all
possible conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator that
common sense and caution are factors
which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
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1. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to battery pack, picking up or carrying the
power tool. Carrying the power tool with your
finger on the switch or energizing power tool
that have the switch on invites accidents.
2. Disconnect the battery pack from the power
tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk
of starting the power tool accidentally.
3. 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.
4. Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
5. 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 together may cause burns or a fire.
6. Under abusive 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.
7. Do not use a battery pack or power tool that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
8. Do not expose a battery pack or power tool to
fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or
temperature above 265°F may cause explosion.
9. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or power tool outside of the
temperature range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside of the specified range may damage
the battery and increase the risk of fire.
10. Have servicing performed by a qualified
repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the product is maintained.
11. Do not modify or attempt to repair the power
tool or the battery pack except as indicated
in the instructions for use and care.
12. The battery Charger gets hot during use.
The Charger’s heat can build up to
unsafe levels and create a fire
hazard if it does not receive
adequate ventilation, due to an electrical fault, or if it
is used in a hot environment. Do not place the
Charger on a flammable surface. Do not obstruct
any vents on the Charger. 6#/*4",77<%,W&"9%
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stable, solid, nonflammable surface (such as a
stable metal workbench or concrete floor) at least 1
foot away from all flammable objects, such as
drapes or walls. Keep a fire extinguisher and a
smoke detector in the area. Frequently monitor the
Charger and Battery Pack while charging.
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3. Charge Battery Pack only according
to its Charger’s instructions.
4. Inspect Battery Pack before every use;
do not use or charge if damaged.
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This tool vibrates during use.
Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical injury,
particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.
To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for
an extended period should first be examined
by a doctor and then have regular medical
check-ups to ensure medical problems are not
being caused or worsened from use. Pregnant
women or people who have impaired blood
circulation to the hand, past hand injuries,
nervous system disorders, diabetes, or
Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool.
If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such
as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the
vibration effects on the user.
4. Use tools with the lowest vibration
when there is a choice.
5. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
6. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping
safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.
7. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as
explained in this manual. If any abnormal
vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
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HAmperes
n0 xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
WARNING marking concerning Risk
of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved
safety goggles with side shields.
Read the manual before
set-up and/or use.
WARNING marking
concerning Risk of Fire.
Do not cover Charger
ventilation ducts.
Charge on fireproof surface only.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Electric Shock.
Properly connect Charger’s power
cord to appropriate outlet.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Explosion.
Do not puncture, short, or open
battery packs and do not charge
damaged battery packs.
WARNING marking concerning Risk
of Kickback. Contact of the guide bar
tip with any object should be avoided.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Kickback. Tip contact
can cause the guide bar to move
suddenly upward and backward,
which can cause serious injury.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Loss of Control.
Do not operate the chainsaw
with only one hand.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Loss of Control.
Always use two hands when
operating the chainsaw.
WARNING marking concerning
Saw Chain Orientation. Cutters
must face in direction of rotation.
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Battery Type Atlas Li-Ion 40V (57008) or
40V/80V (57014) (sold separately) Atlas Li-Ion 40V/80V (57014) (sold separately)
Charger Type 56993 or 56997 Atlas Li-ion (sold separately)
Guide Bar 16″ Sprocket Nose
Model: M1431656-1041TL
18″ Sprocket Nose
Model: M1501862-1041TL-2
Saw Chain 16″ Bar Length, 3/8″ Pitch, 0.043″ Gauge
Model: Trilink CL14356
18″ Bar Length, 3/8″ Pitch, 0.05″ Gauge
Model: Trilink CL15062
Lubrication Bar and chain oil.
If not available, SAE 30W motor oil may be used.
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Operation 6.8 - 104°F
Battery charging 39 - 104°F
Tool storage -4 - 158°F
Battery storage 1 year 32 - 73°F
3 month 32 -113°F
1 month 32 -140°F
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O&$*- For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to Parts Lists and Diagrams on page 20.
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1. Hand Guard – A guard that protects your hand
on the Front Handle from the Saw Chain.
2. Chain Brake – A mechanical braking device
designed to quickly stop the Chainsaw and Chain
in the event of kickback. If kickback occurs, this
safety feature is activated when the operator’s
hand strikes the Hand Guard / Chain Brake Lever
and pushes it forward, stopping the Chain.
3. Trigger Lockout – A movable stop that
prevents the unintentional operation of
the Trigger until manually activated.
4. Low-Kickback Chain – A Chain that complies
with the kickback performance requirements
of ANSI B175.1-1991 when tested on a
representative sample of chainsaws.
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O&$*- New Saw Chains often need to be tensioned several times during first use.
Check a new Saw Chain’s tension often when first using.
Follow the directions in the following sections for installing the Guide Bar and Saw Chain, for
checking and adjusting Saw Chain tension, and for replacing the Saw Chain when necessary.
Guide Bar / Saw Chain Installation/Replacement
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3. Loosen and remove the Drive Cover Nuts,
then remove the Drive Cover from the Saw.
4. Place the Saw Chain over the Guide Bar.
The cutters of the Saw Chain must face
away from the Chainsaw along the top
edge of the Guide Bar. Fit the Drive Links
into the groove around the Guide Bar.
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Bar over the Guide Bar Bolts and insert
the Chain Tension Pin into the lower hole
in the Guide Bar. Refer to Figure B.
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6. Place the Saw Chain over the Drive Sprocket.
Check again that the Saw Chain cutters are aligned
properly and the Saw Chain Drive Links are seated
completely in the slot of the Guide Bar. The
cutters of the Saw Chain must face away from the
Chainsaw along the top edge of the Guide Bar.
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7. Replace the Drive Cover and Drive Cover Nuts.
Tighten the Nuts so that the Cover is snug, but not
tight. Tension the Saw Chain following the steps
in Adjusting Saw Chain Tension on page 11.
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