*Keep bystanders at least 15m away.
Fig.12-13
preparation
*Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.
*Maintain a proper grip on the unit whenever the motor is running. Use your right hand to firmly grip the rear handle
while your left hand has a firm grip on the pole shaft.
*Hold the unit firmly with both hands. Always keep your left hand on the pole shaft and your right hand on the rear
handle, so your body is to the left of the chain line. Never use a left-handed (cross-handed) grip, or any stance
that places your body or arm across the chain line.
*Never stand directly under the limb you are cutting.
*Be certain the collars are fully tightened before operating equipment; check them periodically for tightness during
use to avoid injury.
Basic cutting procedure
Follow the steps below to prevent damage to trees or shrub bark. Do not use a back-and-forth sawing motion.
*Make a shallow first cut (1/4 of limb diameter) on the underside of the limb close to the main limb or trunk.
*Make a second cut from the top side of the limb outboard from the first cut. Continue cut through the limb until the
limb separates from the tree. Be prepared to balance the weight of the tool when the limb falls.
*Make a final cut close to the trunk.
*Always stick the spiked bumper to the limb or trunk when cutting.
Note:
For second and final cuts (from top of limb or branch), hold front cutting guide against the limb being cut.
This will help steady the limb and make it easier to cut. Allow the chain to cut for you; exert only light downward
pressure. If you force the cut, damage to the bar, chain, or motor can result.
*Release the trigger as soon as the cut is completed.
Failure to follow proper cutting procedures will result in the bar and chain binding and becoming pinched or trapped
in the limb. If this should happen:
*Stop the motor and disconnect from power supply.
*If the limb can be reached from the ground, lift the limb while holding the saw. This should release the “pinch” and
free the saw.
*If the saw is still trapped, call a professional for assistance.
Fig. 14-19
When the chain penetrates into wood with difficultly, It needs sharpening as follows:
*Put the chain under tension.
*Fasten the bar in a vice so that the chain can slide.
*Fasten the file to the file holder and place it on cutter at a 35º angle.
* F
ile with forward strokes only until all the worn out part of the cutting edge is taken away.
*Count the number of strokes given to the cutter taken as a reference basis and file away for the same number of
strokes on all other cutters.
* If after sharpening a few times, the depth gauge protrudes from the template , you must reset its
Level use a flat file.
* Finally , round off the depth gauge.
NOTE: W
e advise you to have the deep or important sharpening carried out by a service agent who is
equipped with electric sharpener. Or alternatively replace the chain.
