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Pruning With the Pole Saw
WARNING: When pruning trees:
Guard Against Kickback which can result
in severe injury or death
Do not overreach. Make sure your footing is
firm.
Use both hands to grip Pole Saw as shown
infigure 22
figure 22a.
Never operate while in a tree, in
any awkward position or on a
ladder or other unstable surface.
figure 23.
Pole Saw Trimming /
Pruning
WARNINGS:
Never stand directly
under the limb you are
cutting.
Always wear head,
eye, foot and body
protection.
Never stand on
a ladder or other
unstable
support
while using
the Pole
Saw.
Keep other persons at least 50 feet (15m) from the
work area.
Electrocution Hazard. To prevent shock, do not
operate within 50 feet (15m) of overhead electrical
lines.
Do not extend Pole Saw switch handle above
shoulder height.
Always Wear:
Operating Position