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OPERATION
Sawing off smaller branches
Place the stop face of the saw on the branch. This prevents fitful movements of the saw at
the beginning of the cut. Applying light pressure, guide the saw through the branch from top
to bottom.
Sawing off larger and longer branches
Make a relief cut when sawing larger branches.
a) First saw through 1/3 of the branch diameter from bottom to top using the top side of the
guide bar.
b) Then saw from top to bottom to the first cut using the bottom side of the guide bar.
c) Saw off longer branches in sections in order to maintain control over the location of
impact.
Kickback
The term kickback refers to when the chainsaw suddenly jumps up and back. This is usually
caused by the workpiece coming into contact with the guide bar tip or the clamping of the
saw chain. A kickback generates abrupt, powerful forces. Therefore, the chainsaw usually
reacts in an uncontrolled manner.
The consequence is often the severe injury of the user or nearby persons. The danger of a
kickback is greatest if you apply the area near the guide bar tip to a branch, because the
leverage effect is greatest there. Therefore, always apply the saw as flatly as possible.
CAUTION!
• Noise protection! Please observe the national regulations when operating your device,
please refer to EC Conformity declaration about the sound power level.
• Always make sure that the chain tension is correct!
• Only use properly functioning chainsaws!
• Only work with a saw chain sharpened according to regulations!
• Never saw with the upper edge or tip of the guide bar!
• Always hold the chainsaw firmly with two hands!
Sawing wood under tension
Sawing wood which is under tension necessitates elevated caution!
Wood that is under tension and is then released from that tension when cut occasionally
reacts in a completely uncontrolled manner. This can result in severe to deadly injuries. Such
work may only be performed by trained specialists.
OPERATION
• Potential risk of injury from falling branches and flying wood projectiles!
• If the machine is in operation, keep persons and animals away from the danger area.
• The machine is not protected against electric shock when coming into contact with high-
voltage lines.
• Maintain a minimum clearance of 10m from current carrying lines. Life-threatening danger
from electric shock!
• When working on an incline, always stand above or to the side of the branch to be sawed.
• Hold the machine as close as possible to your body. By doing so, you maximize your
balance.
Sawing techniques:
• Make sure the chain is running at full speed before touching the branch to be cut.
• When removing branches, hold the machine at an angle ranging from a maximum 60° to
horizontal in order to avoid being struck by a falling branch.
• Saw off the lower branches on the tree first. By doing so, it is easier for the cut branches to
fall to the ground.
• At the end of the cut, the weight of the saw suddenly increases for the user, because the
saw is no longer supported on the branch. There is the risk of losing control of the saw.
• Only pull the saw out of the cut with the saw chain running. By doing so, you can prevent it
from getting jammed.
• Do not saw with the tip of the guide bar.
• Do not saw into thick branch formations. This impedes the trees ability to heal the wound.
• Using the shoulder strap is Important! Always use the shoulder strap when working with the
equipment. Switch off the equipment before you take off the shoulder strap (risk of injury).
And hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands.
Working time and posture
Always keep a firm footing and balance position during operation.
It takes lot of energy to cut the branches, please make sure to take a proper rest every 15
minutes in order to avoid of any potential danger due to over-fatigue.
Always use the correct posture to cut the branches of high trees and the max angle shall be
no more than 60°.
Advice : Remove branches in sections for safer work.
WARNING!
Some operating positions may be dangerous
and can lead to damage and personal injuries,
always follow the instructions of this manual.
Be careful not to be hit by falling branches or
branches which may bounce after hitting the ground.
