• Trimmer / Edger ST250
• Chain Saw CS250
• Hedge Trimmer HT250
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Everything You Need to Know About the OREGON^® Cordless Tool System

Trimmer/Edger, Model ST250

• 1. How long does the battery last?
• A 2.4 Ah Battery Pack will trim approximately 1300 linear meters of grass on one battery charge. This performance may vary with user technique and the type of grass being trimmed.
• 2. How does the line advance?
• The trimmer/edger utilizes a bump feed trimmer head. To advance the line, bump the trimmer head on the ground while the trimmer/edger is on.
• 3. Does the trimmer head need to be removed to replace the line?
• No. The trimmer/edger is equipped with an easy reload trimmer head. It is not necessary to disassemble the head in order to replenish the trimmer line.
• 4. Can other line be used in trimmer/edger?
• It is not recommended to use larger diameter or round line. The trimmer/edger has been designed to utilize twist .080″ line for optimal performance and run time. Larger diameter line or round line will decrease performance and run time.
• 5. Can other trimmer heads be used on this trimmer?
• No. The ST250 is designed to be used with OREGON^® Cordless Tool System trimmer heads only.
• 6. Can the handle be adjusted?
• Yes. The front handle on the trimmer/edger is adjustable. You can move the handle forward or backward along the shaft until it is in a comfortable position for trimming, clearing, or edging.
• 7. How does the tool convert from trimmer to edger?
• The tool can quickly and easily be converted from trimmer to edger by simply flipping the edge guard down so that it protrudes from the trimmer and clicks into place.
• 8. If I overload the trimmer/edger, will the battery or trimmer/edger be damaged?
• No. The trimmer/edger is equipped with multiple protection features and will stop running before damage occurs.

Chain Saw, Model CS250

• 1. How long does the battery last?
• A 2.4 Ah Battery Pack will last approximately 250 cuts per charge in 5 to 7 cm diameter limbs. This performance may vary with user technique, chain sharpness, size, and type of wood.
• 2. How fast does the saw cut?
• With a 2.4 Ah Battery Pack, in 5 to 7 cm diameter limbs, the chain saw will make a cut in approximately 1 second. In 7 to 15 cm diameter limbs, the chain saw will take approximately 4 seconds, while large 20 to 25 cm diameter cuts will take approximately 25 seconds. This performance may vary with user technique, chain sharpness, and hardness of the wood.
• 3. What is PowerSharp^® (the red lever) and how does it work?
• The chain saw has a built-in chain sharpening system. When the chain is dull or not cutting fast enough, bring the chain saw to full speed, pull the red lever for 3 to 5 seconds, and the chain will work like new. Expect approximately 10 to 20 resharpenings on an individual PowerSharp^® chain depending on how much the chain was damaged prior to sharpening.
• 4. Can a non-PowerSharp^® type chain be used on the saw?
• Yes. Other chains can be used on the chain saw; however, the integrated sharpening feature will only work with PowerSharp chain. When installing another chain type, remove the sharpening stone as non-PowerSharp chains can be damaged by operating the red lever when a sharpening stone is installed. OREGON^® S52 chain is recommended as an alternate chain.
• 5. Can I put a shorter or longer guide bar on the saw?
• It is not recommended to install a guide bar longer than 14 in (35 cm). The chain saw has been designed with a 14 in (35 cm) guide bar as the optimal length. Performance will decrease with a longer guide bar. Shorter guide bars with an A041 tail mount can be fitted to the chain saw.
• 6. Does the saw use oil?
• Yes. Bar and chain oil is required to properly lubricate the cutting system. OREGON^® bar and chain oil is recommended. Place the chain saw on its side and fill the oil resevoir accessed through the oil cap. Check oil level each time you recharge the battery and fill as needed.
• 7. Is the knob on the cover for tightening the chain?
• No. The side cover knob tightens the guide bar against the chassis of the chain saw. Chain stretches in normal use and will need to be periodically re-tensioned. Use a screwdriver on the tension adjustment screw, located inboard of the guide bar on the front face of the chain saw, to adjust chain tension as described in the operator‘s manual.
• 8. How do I eject the battery?
• To remove the battery pack from the chain saw, lift up on the release lever located below the battery pack to the right side of the rear handle.
• 9. If I overload the saw, will the battery or saw be damaged?
• No. The chainsaw is equipped with multiple protection features and will stop running before damage occurs.

Hedge Trimmer, Model HT250

• 1. How long does the battery last?
• A 2.4 Ah Battery Pack will last for approximately 60 minutes of run time in the HT250. This performance may vary with user technique and the type of hedge being cut.
• 2. How do I turn on the tool?
• Grasp the front and rear handles firmly. Pull back on the trigger lock-out on the rear handle with your thumb while squeezing the variable speed trigger until the cutting blades move at the desired speed.
• 3. Can the blade be sharpened or replaced?
• Yes. If the cutting blades are dull, blades can be file sharpened. If there is extensive damage, a replacement blade kit is available.
• 4. What is proper blade maintenance?
• Before each use, inspect the cutting blades. Make sure the cutting blades are sharp, have no nicks or blunt edges, and do not hang up or catch when running the hedge trimmer. Periodically file away nicks and burrs on the blades to ensure they move freely. When cutting hedges with heavy sap or in dusty environments, buildup of sap and dirt can occasionally cause blades to stick. To prevent this blade stick condition, clean the blades with a light coating of liquid silicon lubricant only on the lubrication area of the cutting blades and run the blades briefly to evenly distribute the lubricant. Sharp and free-moving cutting blades cut more easily than dull or sticky ones.
• 5. If I overload the hedge trimmer, will the battery or trimmer be damaged?
• No. The trimmer is equipped with multiple protection features and will stop running before damage occurs.