How to Use the Super Saw: Assembly, Chain Tension, Charging and Care from the Owner's Manual (2026)

What comes in the Super Saw box, and where to find the manual

The superbrandtools.com product page lists the package as the SuperSaw, one 21V lithium-ion battery, a wall outlet charger and an accessories kit. The manual's accessories list names a screwdriver, a wrench, the original charger and the original battery, and its component list numbers eight parts: the guide chain, compression nut, gland nut, side cover, power switch, non-slip handle, lithium battery and guide plate. Before first use, the manual asks you to inspect every component and accessory for missing parts or visible damage.

The cart page at cart.superbrandtools.com adds a brush guard and safety cover, gloves, glasses and an assembly kit as free extras, and says a picture guide is included. The owner's manual is a PDF linked from the product page under "Owner's Manual and Warnings", and that page also embeds a short instructional video for buyers who are stuck on assembly.

How to assemble the Super Saw: chain and guide plate

The manual's "Operating Steps" page lays out assembly in five numbered steps. First, loosen the screw nut counterclockwise and remove the side cover. Second, line up the hole and install the guide plate (the bar) and the chain. Third, put the side cover back on and tighten the gland nut. Fourth, adjust the chain tension. Fifth, insert the battery pack. The cart page sums the same job up as three steps that take about five minutes: attach the guard, screw on the chain and charge the battery.

Two details in the manual are easy to miss. The chain must be installed facing the correct direction and aligned with the guide plate, and the manual says to check the installation again once you finish. And on step three it warns against over-tightening: tightening the side cover "to an extreme level" can make the cover touch the chain, which the manual says strains the motor and can reduce performance or damage it. Snug the nut down firmly, then stop.

The manual also tells you to take the chain guard off and inspect the saw before every session, and to make sure the nut on the sprocket (side) cover is tight before you start. It says never to start the saw with that cover loose.

How to tension the Super Saw chain

Chain tension is the instruction the manual repeats most. To tighten, turn the adjusting screw clockwise until the chain is no longer loose on the guide plate. Do it with the battery out: the manual says never to adjust the chain while the battery is connected, and to remove the battery before any adjustment, servicing or maintenance.

After adjusting, the manual's routine is to fit the battery, run the saw for a short while, switch it off, take the battery out and recheck the tension. It also asks you to recheck tension at regular intervals whenever the saw is off. If the chain goes slack while you are cutting, switch off, disconnect the battery and tighten it before carrying on.

New chains stretch. The manual notes that a new chain will stretch early in its life, so check and adjust it frequently at first; a chain left loose can derail and wear the chain and guide plate quickly. When a chain is worn out, SuperBrandTools sells "2 Extra Chains for SuperSaw" for $19.99 on its store. The manual asks owners to use original SuperBrandTools parts and says repairs by unauthorized third parties void warranty claims.

How to charge the Super Saw battery

Charge the battery fully before first use; the manual's battery section says the pack needs charging before use and should only be charged with the original charger supplied for it. The charger has an indicator light: red while charging, green when charging is complete. The cart page says a charge takes about 2 hours from a wall outlet, and the manual lists the charger input as 100 to 240V AC with a 1 amp charging current.

The manual's charging rules are specific. Charge only within its recommended range of 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F), and use and store the tool and battery between 0 and 45°C. It says the battery performs best at normal room temperature, around 20°C. Don't leave the pack on a prolonged charge when you aren't using it, keep it out of direct sunlight, and keep it away from coins, keys, nails and other metal objects that could bridge the terminals. After long storage, it may take several charge and discharge cycles to get full performance back.

How long a charge lasts depends on which brand page you read: about 3 hours of cutting on the cart page, 2 to 3 hours on the product page, and two hours of continuous use or four to six hours of light use on the landing page. A spare "21V Li-Ion Battery - SuperSaw (2020-2025 Models)" was $49.95 on the store, and a replacement wall charger was $14.99.

Using the Super Saw: starting, holding and cutting

Once it is assembled and charged, the cart page describes operation in three steps: press the safety button, squeeze the trigger, and start cutting. The brand says the trigger will not work until the lock button is pressed. The manual adds that the chain keeps moving for a short time after you fully release the trigger, so wait for it to stop before you lower the saw, and remove the battery before putting it down.

For grip, the manual says to hold the saw firmly with your fingers wrapped tightly around the handle, which it says applies to left-handers too. Keep the bar and chain clear of your body, other objects and the ground. Don't start the chain with the bar already in a cut, and don't press down as you reach the end of a cut, which the manual says can make the bar pop out of the kerf. For first-time users, the brand recommends cutting small logs on a sawhorse, and its saw safety warnings say to secure the workpiece with clamps or on a stable platform rather than holding it by hand or against your body.

Size the job to the saw. The manual gives the maximum cut as 60 to 80 mm (roughly 2.4 to 3.1 inches); the landing page describes a 4-inch blade, and the cart page claims branches up to 5 inches thick. We would plan around the manual's figure. If the motor gets hot, the manual says to run it with no load for 2 to 3 minutes to cool it, and to avoid long use at very low speed. It also says the saw is not for prying or shoveling limbs, roots or other objects.

The Super Saw manual's own safety instructions

The manual devotes most of its pages to warnings, and these are the manufacturer's instructions, not our assessment of the tool. On protective gear, it asks for eye protection meeting ANSI Z87+ (with a face shield where there is a risk to the face), a hard hat, hearing protection, and, in its general power tool section, gloves, a dust mask and non-skid shoes as conditions require.

On kickback, the manual explains that it can happen when the upper quadrant of the bar's tip touches a solid object or the chain is pinched, and it tells you to keep that part of the bar clear. Its other working rules: never cut from a ladder or above shoulder height, don't overreach, work only in daylight with good visibility, keep other people out of the work area but stay within calling distance of someone, and keep the chain away from rocks, nails and fences.

Its electrical warnings say the motor is not waterproof: don't use the saw in rain or wet places, don't leave it outdoors in the rain, and don't use it if it shows signs of dampness or if the motor casing or battery is cracked or damaged. It says not to cut near power lines or live wiring, and not to use the saw near flammable liquids or gases, or around dry brush when there is a risk of fire. It also says not to use the saw with a damaged or missing chain guard, and to keep it out of reach of children.

Super Saw maintenance, cleaning and storage

The manual's maintenance section is short. Remove the battery first. Don't clean the saw with water or chemical cleaners; wipe it with a dry cloth. Keep the motor ventilation slots clean and the controls free of dust, and store the saw in a dry place. It notes that you may occasionally see sparks through the ventilation slots and says this is normal. For the battery, wipe dirty terminals with a clean dry cloth, never open or dismantle the pack, and dispose of it properly.

Bar and chain oiling is a gap. The manual has no oiling step, its component list shows no oil tank, and the brand's sales pages say there is no oil to change. The manual also mixes in generic chainsaw, corded-tool and reciprocating-saw wording that doesn't fit a cordless mini chainsaw. If you aren't sure whether your chain needs lubricant, ask SuperBrandTools before guessing. Support is on 1-855-556-9588 (the cart page gives 9am to 4pm Central, Monday to Friday) or support@superbrandtools.com, which the brand says replies within 24 hours.

Our is Super Saw legit guide explains the gap between the 90-day banner and the 30-day written policy, which excludes power tools and batteries.

Super Saw vs Seesii, Super Sawzall and other look-alike manuals

Make sure the instructions you follow are for the right tool. The SuperSaw sold by SuperBrandTools is a different product from the Milwaukee Super Sawzall, which is a reciprocating saw made by Milwaukee Tool. Seesii is a separate company that sells its own mini chainsaws. A price tracker attributes a "SuperSaw Mini Chainsaw" listing to Seesii's model WG349, but SuperBrandTools' manual names its model C100, and its pages don't mention Seesii. Marketplace listings titled "Super Saw" also come from other sellers.

A Seesii or no-name manual may look similar, but its parts, battery and charger may not match, and the manual warns against using any charger or battery other than the original. Our where to buy the Super Saw guide shows which pages are run by the brand. If you want a pruner from an established tool maker instead, our Super Saw vs Stihl GTA 26 comparison covers Stihl's dealer-sold option, which has a bigger brand name behind it but costs more.

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