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5. When the tree is supported along its entire length, make a
cut from the top (overbuck), but avoid cutting the earth as
this will dull your pruner quickly.
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When supported at one end first, cut 1/3 the diameter from
the underside (underbuck). Then make the finishing cut by
overbucking to meet the first cut as shown below.
2
1
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When supported at both ends. First, cut 1/3 down from the
top overbuck. Then make the finished cut by underbucking the
lower 2/3 to meet the first cut as shown below.
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When on a slope always stand on the uphill side of the
log. When "cutting through," to maintain complete control
reduce the cutting pressure near the end of the cut without
relaxing your grip on the pruner handles. Don't let the chain
contact the ground. After completing the cut, wait for the
pruner chain to stop before you move the pruner. Always
stop the motor before moving from cut to cut.
MAINTENANCE
Your power tool has been designed to operate over a long
period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous
satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and
regular cleaning.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
CUT FROM TOP (OVERBUCK)
AVOID CUTTING EARTH
2nd CUT OVERBUCK
(2/3 DIAMETER)
TO MEET 1st CUT
(TO AVOID PINCHING)
1st CUT UNDERBUCK
(1/3 DIAMETER)
AVOID SPLINTERING
1st CUT OVERBUCK
(1/3 DIAMETER)
TO AVOID SPLINTERING
2nd CUT UNDERBUCK
(2/3 DIAMETER)
TO MEET 1st CUT
(TO AVOID PINCHING)
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.
Lubrication
Refer to Auto Oiling System described in the Saw Chain and
Guide Bar Oiling section.
Cleaning
WARNING: Electrical shock and mechanical hazard.
Disconnect the electrical appliance from the power source
before cleaning.
WARNING: To ensure safe and efficient operation,
always keep the electrical appliance and the ventilation
slots clean.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals
for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These
chemicals may weaken the materials used in these parts.
Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap.
Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any
part of the tool into a liquid.
Ventilation slots can be cleaned using a dry, soft non-metallic
brush and/or a suitable vacuum cleaner. Do not use water or
any cleaning solutions. Wear approved eye protection and an
approved dust mask.
Saw Chain and Guide Bar
After every few hours of use, remove the chain assembly cover,
guide bar and saw chain and clean thoroughly using a soft
bristle brush. Ensure oiling hole on bar is clear of debris.
Sprocket and Chain Assembly Cover
(Fig. A, C–G)
CAUTION: Sharp chain. Always wear protective gloves
when handling the saw chain. The saw chain is sharp and
can cut you when it is not running.
WARNING: Sharp moving chain. To prevent accidental
operation, ensure the battery is removed from the tool
before performing the following operations. Failure to do
this could result in serious personal injury.
1. Place the saw on a flat, firm surface.
2. Remove chain assembly cover
the Guide Bar and Saw Chain section.
3. Wearing protective gloves, use a clean, soft bristle brush to
wipe away any saw dust, sticks, vines or other debris that
may have collected inside the chain assembly cover
around the saw chain
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4. Rotate the chain tensioning screw
screwdriver end of the wrench
counterclockwise allows the guide bar
reduces the tension on the chain so that it may be removed.
5. Wearing protective gloves, grasp the saw chain and
guide bar and lift them away from the tool.
6. Wearing protective gloves, use a clean, soft bristle brush
to wipe away any saw dust or other debris that may have
collected on the guide bar
EnGLIsH
as described in Installing
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or sprocket
22
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using the flat
9
. Turning the screw
13
4
to recede and
and around the saw chain
4
7
and
.
5
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