Factory-Reconditioned Homelite ZR43160 6 Amp Electric Pole Chain Saw

I wish I could give two reviews for this electric chain pole saw - one for the unit, and one for the refurbishment.

Let's start with the unit itself. First, a general warning: it's not going to last long if used for professional-level workloads - it's simply not heavy duty enough. However, that's not the market it was aimed at, nor what it was designed for. If you want heavy duty, buy a full-fledged chainsaw. But, for the average homeowner with a few unreachable small to medium sized branches to cut, it works great... lightweight, easy to maneuver, and surprisingly powerful.

Pros:
Great price, powerful unit, efficient garden tool...

Cons:
Filling the chain oil reservoir is a messy proposition, and the unit reaches 15' only if you're Shaq standing on a footstool, or a more regular sized person using a 6' ladder.


As to the refurbishment process, the saying you get what you pay for comes to mind. I've seen some...Read more

I purchased a brand new Homelite pole saw and it has been nothing but trouble. I've had this saw for two years and spent more time repairing it than using it. The first problem is the chain pops off very easy, when that happens 9 times out of 10 it will damage the chain and you will need to file it to make it fit the groove in the bar. The chain adjusting screw stripped out the first time the chain came off. Third problem is the plastic handle came apart and slips out of place every time it is being used. I used it for the last time today and the motor burned up and I was only cutting a few shrubs down and they were only 6 inches in diameter. I would reccomend for you to buy a Remington pole saw, they are a much better made saw and you can detach the saw from the pole to use it as a normal chain saw.

WHEN I OPENED THIS TREE TRIMMER, IT WOULD NOT CUT THE LIMBS, I CHECKED TO SEE IF THE CHAIN WAS DULL I FOUND THAT THE CHAIN WAS PLACED ON THE TRIMMER BASCKWARDS. NOT A VERY GOOD JOB FOR A FACTORY REPAIR JOB. WHEN I CORRECTED THE PROBLEM IT WORKED FINE. YOU NEED TO CHECK ON YOUR SUPPLIERS BETTER.
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