DeWalt DCMPS567 Original Instructions Manual page 53

DISASSEMBLY

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Detaching Saw Head Module (Fig. N)

WARNING: Sharp moving blade. To prevent accidental
operation, insure that battery is disconnected from the
handle and that the protective scabbard is in place on the
chain before performing the following operations. Failure
to do this could result in serious personal injury.
When detaching the assemblies, whether it is in the two
assembly or three assembly mode, always detach the saw head
assembly 3 first. To do this, rest the handle assembly
ground and grasp the center of the saw head assembly with
one hand as shown in Fig. N. Use your other hand to loosen the
threaded sleeve and then pull the two halves apart. Repeat this
process if the center extension was attached.
Attaching and Adjusting the Shoulder Strap
(Fig. O)
This pole saw comes with an adjustable shoulder strap.
1. Snap the shoulder strap latch
as shown in Fig.O.
2. Adjust the strap so it fits securely over your shoulder.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. P)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle
and one hand on the foam gripper
Operating the Pole Saw (Fig. A)

WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

CAUTION: Always reduce the tension off the chain again
after finishing work. The chain contracts as it cools down.
If it is not slackened off, it can damage the pole saw.
1 on the
28 onto the strap mount 19
7 .
IMPORTanT: Never operate a pole saw that is damaged or
improperly adjusted or that is not completely and securely
assembled. Be sure that the saw chain
the trigger switch is released. Never adjust the guide bar
saw chain when the motor is operating or the battery is attached.
Pole Saw Trimming/Pruning

WARNINGS:
• Never stand directly under the limb you are cutting.
Always position yourself out of the path of falling debris.
Always wear head, eye, foot and body protection.
•
Wearing body protection helps reduce the risk of injury when
operating this unit.
Never stand on a ladder or other unstable support while
•
using the pole saw. Always avoid any position which can
cause you to loose your balance and cause severe injury.
Keep other persons at least 15 m from the work area.
•
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
• Electrocution Hazard. To prevent shock, do not operate
within 15 m of overhead electrical lines. Always check
surrounding area for hidden electrical lines.
Do not extend pole saw switch handle above
•
shoulder height.
On/Off Switch (Fig. Q)
Always be sure of your footing and grip the pole saw firmly with
both hands with the thumb and fingers encircling the handle. To
turn the tool ON pull the lock button
and then squeeze the trigger switch
shown in Fig. Q. (Once the tool is running you can release the
lock button.) To turn the tool OFF, release the trigger.
Branch Removal Hook (Fig. A)

CAUTION: The branch removal hook is not a belt hook.
Your pole saw includes a branch removal hook
intended purpose of helping to remove small to moderately sized
pruned branches.
Pruning With the Pole Saw (Fig. A, P, R)

WARNING: Let the tool work at its own pace. Do
not overload.

WARNING: When pruning trees: guard against kickback
which can result in severe injury or death. See Guard
against kickback, to avoid the risk of kickback. Do not
overreach. Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart.
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Divide your weight evenly on both feet.
1. Use both hands to grip pole saw as shown in Fig. P. Use a
firm grip. Thumbs and fingers must wrap around pole saw
handle and pole. Keep fingers away from sawdust exhaust
chute 26 shown in Fig. R.
2. Never operate while in a tree, in any awkward position or on
a ladder or other unstable surface. You may lose control of
pole saw causing severe injury.
3. Follow directions below to trim a tee.
EnGLIsh
14 stops moving when
13 or
5 back with your thumb
4 with your fingers as
18 for the
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