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• Watch out for branches
immediately
behind the branch being pruned. If
the chain hits the rear branch, dam-
age to the unit may occur.
• Be alert for springback.
Watch out
for branches that are bent or under
pressure.
Avoid being struck by the
branch or the pruner when the ten-
sion in the wood fibers is released.
• Keep a clear work area.
Frequently
clear branches out of the way to
avoid tripping over them.
• Long branches
should be removed
in several pieces.
PRUNING
TECHNIQUE
When ready to cut, accelerate
to full
throttle and apply a light cutting pres-
sure.
DO NOT use back and forth
sawing action.
1. Make the first cut 6 inches (15 cm)
from the tree trunk on the bottom
of the limb. Use top of guide bar
to make this cut. 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 limb that is being cut
to prevent whipping
of the branch.
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Second cut
Third cut
Coil
2.
Next, move 2 - 4 inches (5 - 10
cm) farther out on the limb and
make a second
cut all the way
through the limb.
3.
Then, make a final cut leaving a 1
- 2 inch (2.5 - 5 cm) collar from
the trunk of the tree to avoid dam-
age to the tree.
First cut
Pruning
technique
_WARNING:
Always stop unit
and disconnect
spark plug wire (or
disconnect
powerhead
from power
source)
before performing
mainte-
nance.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED
OR
WORN PARTS
Contact a Sears Service
Center for
replacement
of damaged
or worn
parts.
• Oil tank - Discontinue
use of pruner
attachment
if oil tank shows signs of
damage
or leaks.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS
AND PARTS
• Bar clamp nut
• Fasteners
INSPECT
AND CLEAN
UNIT AND
DECALS
• After each use, inspect complete
unit for loose or damaged
parts.
Clean the unit and decals using a
damp cloth with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CHECK
CHAIN TENSION
,_
WARNING:
Wear protective
gloves when handling
chain. The
chain is sharp and can cut you even
when it is not moving.
Make chain ad-
justments
with lower end supported.
Chain tension is very important. Chains
stretch during use. This is especially
true during the first few times you use
your pruner. Always check chain ten-
sion each time you use and refuel your
unit.
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