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Always release the trigger switch as soon as
the cut is completed, allowing the motor to
stop. Keep the cord away from the cutting
area. Position cord so it will not be caught on
branches and the like during cutting.
PRUNING
WARNING: Be alert for and guard
against kickback. Do not allow the m oving
chain to contact any other branches or ob-
jects atthe nose of the guide bar when prun -
ing. Allowing such contact can result in seri-
ous injury.
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the pruner. Maintain secure
footing and balance.
S Plancutcarefully.Check directionbranch
will fall.
S W atch o ut for springpoles. Springpoles are
small size limbs which can catch the chain
and whiptoward you orpull you offbalance.
Use extr e m e ca uti o n wh e n cut t i n g smal l
size limbs or slender material.
S Watch out for branches immediately be-
hindthebranchbeingpruned. Ifthechain
hits the rear branch, damage to the unit
may occur.
S Be alert for springback. W atch out for
branchesthat arebentorunderpressure.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the
pruner when the tension in the wood fi-
bers is released.
S Keepa clearwork area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them .
S Long branches should be removed in
several pieces.
PRUNING T ECHNIQUE
When ready to cut, squeeze trigger switch
andallowunittoreachfullspeed.Applyalight
cuttingpressure.DO NOTuseback andforth
sawing action.
Pruning technique
Second cut
Third cut
Collar
First cut
1. Make the f irst cut 6 inches (15 cm) from
the tree trunk on the bottom of the limb.
Use t opofguidebar tomakethiscut. Cut
1/3 through the diameter of the limb.
NOTE: When making the second and third
cuts, rest the foot of the pruner against the
tree limbthat isbeing cut to prevent whipping
of the b ranch.
Foot
2. Next, move 2 -- 4 inches (5 -- 10 cm) far-
ther out on the limb and make a second
cut all the way through the limb.
3. Then,makea final cutleavinga1 -- 2inch
(2.5 -- 5 cm) collar from the trunk of the
tree to avoid damage to the tree.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect unit from
power source before performing maintenance.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS A ND PARTS
S Bar clamp nut
S Chain
S Bar adjusting screw
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S Triggerswitch -- Ensuretrigger switchfunc-
tionsproperlybypressingandreleasingthe
trigger switch. Make sure motor starts and
stops.
S Oil tank -- Discontinue use of unit if oiltank
shows signs of dam age or leaks.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit
and labels using a damp cloth.
S Wipe of f unit with a clean dry cloth.
CHECK C HAIN TENSION
WARNING: Wear protective gloves
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and
can cut you e ven when it is not moving. Make
chain a djustments with lower end supported.
Chain tension is very important. Chains stretch
duringuse. Thisis especially trueduring thefirst