Hold the chain saw away from the tree. Start it and wait until lubrication on saw
chain is adequate. Bring the lower guide into contact with the branch to be cut
before switching on. Cutting without bringing the lower guide into contact with the
branch may cause the guide bar to wobble, resulting in injury to operator.
Saw the wood to be cut by just moving it down.
WORKING WITH THE CHAIN SAW
The first time user should, as a minimum practice, do cutting logs on a saw-horse
or cradle.
Pruning trees
1. Spiked bumper
CAUTION:
• Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain when the motor is
operating.
• Hold the chain saw firmly with both hands when the motor is running.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Bring the
Spiked bumper
into contact with the branch to be cut before
switching on. Cutting without bringing the
Spiked bumper
into contact with the
branch may cause the guide bar to wobble, resulting in injury to operator.
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