P
ower
P
runer
™
o
Perator's
M
anual
7
Determine Operation Area
• Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual
and instructions for safe operation.
• Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contrib
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ute to unsafe conditions. DO NOT operate unit if any wires (power,
telephone, cable, etc.) are closer than 15 m to any part of the operator
or unit.
• Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and
animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m while the Power
Pruner
TM
is in use.
• Remove the blade cover before starting the unit.
•
Avoid all power lines. This unit is not insulated against electrical cur-
rent.
Operation
Use Proper Clothing & Equipment
• Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person
working within the 15 m Safety Zone with the required Protective
Equipment and clothing.
• Always wear head protection with full face shield to help protect
against falling branches and debris.
Avoid Hot Surfaces
• During operation, the complete unit, especially the power head,
muffler area and cutting attachment may become very hot, too hot to
touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.
15 m
Keep A Firm Grip
• Grip
Power Pruner
TM
with both hands with thumbs and fingers
encircling the handle, and lower shaft tube.
Keep A Solid Stance
• Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery,
uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on
ladders. Do not overreach.
• Operate the
Power Pruner
TM
only from the ground or out of an
approved bucket lift.
• Always evaluate the branches to be pruned for hazards such as loose
dead branches which may fall and strike the operator or helpers.
Remove hazards before pruning.
• Cut branches bounce when striking ground.
• Plan retreat path from falling objects.
• Check that shoulder harness is adjusted for safe, comfortable opera
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tion. See picture at right for proper adjustment.
• Turn the
Power Pruner
TM
off when moving from tree to tree.
• Avoid any contact with saw chain.
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