Black + Decker PS7525-GB Corded Pole Saw 800W 25cm, 800 W, 240 V, Orange
Features:
- Low Kick back chain for a faster cutting experience for wet and dry timber
- Pivoting Head to maximise access to hard to reach areas
- Bar length of 25cm
- Easy fill oil system
- Chain Brake System
BLACK+DECKER 800W Corded Pole Saw PS7525
Overview
This powerful 800W Corded Pole Saw by BLACK+DECKER makes light work of cutting high overhead branches with minimum effort. This innovative tool has a chain speed of 11.5m/s which makes it effective for fast cutting, reducing the time needed to perform a task, saving you time. With a bar length of 25cm, and ability to extend up to 2.7m you can cut hard to reach branches without the need to use the ladder. Its functional pivoting head means you can angle the saw exactly where you need it for those hard to reach areas.
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Extended reachThe extended reach feature eradicates the need for using a ladder, extending up to 2.7m in length and making it easier to trim hard to reach overhead branches. | PerformanceThe powerful 800W motor provides fast, effective cutting action for both wet and dry timber. It provides a chain speed of 11.5m/s, making it ideal to glide through and tackle large branches easily. | SafetyWith safety in mind, the tool features a chain brake system that cuts off the power automatically within 0.015 seconds if the chainsaw kicks back following the application. | Easy to MaintainLubrication is essential for increasing the longevity of a product, and this pole saw features an auto oil system, which self-lubricates the chain for reduced wear and greater cutting efficiency. The oil system has a capacity of 60 ml, which is easy to fill. |
| Weight: | 4.5 kg |
| Dimensions: | 11.99 x 27 x 96.7 cm; 4.5 Kilograms |
| Model: | PS7525-GB |
| Part: | PS7525-GB |
| Colour: | Orange |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Batteries Required: | No |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | Black + Decker |
| Colour: | Orange |
| Quantity: | 1 |
Wasn’t sure how it would cut the branches , but it goes through like butter. even larger diamaters
You have to keep check of tightness of screw which clamps chain secure.
only complaint is said screw should be more ergonomic ie large
Once assembled it works great. Some one else mentioned a guy on YouTube Fred in the shed. This was helpful.
First thing you need to do is soak the chain in oil. Then you need to faff about attaching it.
The instructions are rubbish.
There’s a bolt inside an orange cover this holds the cover on.
Inside there are 2 points to attach the chain blade a small screw underneath that needs to be loosened as much as possible to get the chainsaw in straight. Then you will have to try and hold it in place while you screw the little screw back into position but don’t tighten it until the cover is bolted back on.
Otherwise I made mincemeat of the brambles and over grown hedges and trees.
Good quality & well made. Makes cutting high branches very easy. The instructions could be clearer, but they are reasonable to follow. The saw feels solid and is not too heavy, obviously at full extension, it takes a bit of strength to hold. I have used it from the ground & from a ladder with no problems. The safety cut offs give peace of mind. Helmet & glasses/ visor required if working above head as lots of twigs etc come down. The saw can be used on hedges, but gives quite a rough cut & a lot of debris collects on saw blade. No oil is included in box, but is easy to buy in diy shops. The saw is long & cannot be taken apart for storage, so takes up quite a bit of space.
A slightly weighty product, managed an hour with it before I started to feel the weight of it. Easy to assemble, instructions were good, make sure you have some chainsaw oil prior to first use.
Worked well so far. Even better if the head could swivel to a horizontal cutting angle.
Does a fantastic job. Only criticism is when its at full extension it’s a bit hard to handle as the chainsaw end is quite heavy, so you must use the neck support.
Wasn’t happy about having to attach the chain saw bit on the pole. Also you definitely need oil to oil the chain and fill the oil font ( glad I had read other reviews). Instructions were actually useless re attaching the chain bit. Come on Black & Decker. Had to google it and found Fred in the Shed on YouTube (thanks Fred you lifesaver!). Once built you need to take your time and get used to it. Quite heavy at top end when pole extended. Think probably need to buy some PPE like safety goggles. Didn’t appreciate the chippings etc that would fly off. Also doesn’t fit back in box once chain attached so make sure you have space to store. It’s approx 6ft in length. Despite the gripes it actually is a great bit of kit and makes tree branch chopping easy.. and defo cheaper than getting someone in.
Cut down large high up branches of tree’s overhanging my garden for years and also tree growing over street light. Only wish I’d bought this years ago. Happy buyer and recommend.
The instructions could have been better for anyone that hasn`t been around chain saws before. I found my way around fitting it together. (make sure you order some chain saw oil and maybe a site helmet for safety) I was very pleased the way it took off thick branches with ease. The unit easily extends to it`s max ( I think it is 3.1mtrs at the longest) I wouldn`t want to be using it for more than an hr at a time but then I am 78 years old. All in all it is doing the job a treat.
Expect the chain guard casing to crack after 2 or 3 years of moderate use. The power cable is very short which limits range. It’s not too heavy with pole extended but like most of them it’s not easy at full extension.
Very quick and strong cutting power.
A little bit heavy but ok for me and I am 70.
Cannot believe the value, I paid 99 for it.
I fully extended it when using and then cut up the logs on the ground. The fact it is on a pole makes it safer for user compared to a hand held chainsaw.
Remember to order chainsaw oil as none is provided.
The saw made short work of the silver birch and maybe I got a little carried away as I don’t think I’ll need to use it again for at least a couple of years. Very easy to use with or without the shoulder strap. When using it at full extension it can be a little bit of a handful, you just have to take your time. It coped with some pretty thick branches with ease, just let the saw work at its time and don’t force it.
Overall I’m very impressed and at 70 quid plus another 6 quid for the oil I have saved myself a small fortune by not having to get a tree surgeon in to take case of the tree. Only problem I have now is to dispose of the waste wood responsibly.
This does not put me off as it was heavily discounted from 131 or somewhere around that figure. As for the missing instructions, that didn’t matter either as youtube is a godsend for any tutorial on any given topic, it’s like a modern day encyclopedia for the beginner. Don’t forget to buy some chainsaw oil as well because it doesn’t come with any.
Easy to put together after soaking the chain in chainsaw oil, (i left mine to soak overnight) dabbed off excess oil with kitchen towel and followed a quick video on youtube and it’s built in minutes. (don’t forget to put oil in the small reservoir before beginning your job)
Did the job i bought it for in double quick time, but it is a little top heavy when it’s extended, but i expected that anyway, so just take a little care and everything will be fine.
knocked a star off for easy to use simply because it is top heavy and you need to be careful when you cut through a branch as the momentum wants to carry the chainsaw forward.
The one job i’ve done with it has already paid for itself as a tree surgeon or landscape gardener would have charged more than i paid for it, and the good news is i have got it for the next time i need it.
All in all, this was a very good buy.
This is a great product very good if you want to chop down high branches, easy to use once setup. Oil refill is very handy. The instructions could use some work, I watched a YouTube.
1st tree surgeon estimate was 1400, the 2nd asked for 485. The pole saw was on offer for 95 so it was a no-brainer really.
Never used anything this powerful (or with the potential to maim) and was a bit nervous, so it’s useful to read the bumf, do the naming of parts, and be careful and thorough putting it all together (the instructions are basic but it’s a reasonably straightforward process). I didn’t use the strap- it was awkward and was just another trip hazard/annoying bugger.
Here’s what I learned:
1. Get used to the weight of it, how it balances, try it out on some low, lighter branches.
2. Learn your limits (how far you can reach, with it un-extended/extended)- then stick within your limits. Let’s face it, it’s heavy and awkward, especially in tight spaces. Use your head, otherwise it might not be on top of your neck for very long.
3. Watch your footing and your balance- I stood on terra firma or the picnic table, if I’d been up a ladder I would have been much more circumspect in what I did. That’s especially the case if you extend for a high reach- the balance/weight changes drastically
4. Line the saw up before you cut. I thought it was like taking a shot in snooker- I would place the saw blade where I wanted to cut and for stability rested the body of the saw against the bough or the stump of a lopped off branch.
5. I didn’t have a problem with kick-back but watch out for springy branches (the vibration transfers to the saw which will also become springy) and let the saw stop fully before moving it to the next bit- same as any kind of power tool, really. Get a hard hat and wear goggles- it spits out a load of dust. I took on a big evergreen tree- the thick foilage would snag even the heavier, longer limbs or at least slow them down a bit as they fell- but be careful- bare branches will seek vengeance and try and grab you- don’t bite off more than you can chew.
6. Handling it is fairly safe- release the trigger and it cuts out- and you have to release the trigger to put the thing down, it’s not a Texas Chainsaw Massacre kind of thing you can throw around one-handed. It’s still bloody sharp at the business end though, so watch out how you grab it and put it down
7. Do the usual stuff with corded tools- don’t get your feet tangled up. The gaffer was supervising so when I’d done a bit I got her to unplug it.
8. It cuts through fairly thick branches and trunks. If you want the wood for the stove, cut the length you want there and then- it’s a swine and a bit iffy cutting logs later because you’re then entering kick-back territory.
9. Maintenance- make sure there’s oil in it, keep an eye on the chain (it gets a bit loose after you’ve been at it for a bit) and clean it after use- oil and sawdust builds up. Kitchen towel and an old paint brush will do it.
10. Only 4 stars overall- I’ve been using it a lot, thanks to Arwen, Dudley, Eunice et al, and it’s done everything I’ve asked of it. The only issue I’ve had is the last time I used it (Dudley took out the plum tree- it was just starting to give us fruit as well). I noticed the pole was very oily, just where you want to grip it. I’ve been very meticulous in putting the oil in it and always wipe off excess oil, so it’s coming out of the thing somewhere. Might be worth keeping an eye on.