Poulan 545123578 instruction manual Limbing and Pruning Important Points, ING Without a Support

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Using a log for support

2nd Cut

1st Cut

1st Cut

2nd Cut

Using a support stand

2nd Cut

1st Cut

Using a support stand 1st Cut

2nd Cut

LIMBING AND PRUNING

WARNING: Be alert for and guard against kickback. Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other branches or ob- jects at the nose of the guide bar when limb- ing or pruning. Allowing such contact can re- sult in serious injury.

WARNING: Never climb into a tree to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, platforms, a log, or in any position which can cause you to lose your balance or control of the saw.

IMPORTANT POINTS

S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly gripped on the saw. Maintain secure foot- ing and balance.

SWatch out for springpoles. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs. Slender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off

balance.

S Be alert for springback. Watch out for branches that are bent or under pressure. Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released.

SKeep a clear work area. Frequently clear branches out of the way to avoid tripping over them.

LIMBING

SAlways limb a tree after it is cut down. Only then can limbing be done safely and prop-

erly.

S Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as you work.

SStart at the base of the felled tree and work toward the top, cutting branches and

limbs. Remove small limbs with one cut.

SKeep the tree between you and the chain. Cut from the side of the tree opposite the

branch you are cutting.

SRemove larger, supporting branches with the cutting techniques described in BUCK-

ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.

SAlways use an overcut to cut small and freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could cause limbs to fall and pinch the saw.

PRUNING

WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs shoulder height or below. Do not cut if branches are higher than your shoulder. Get a professional to do the job.

SMake your fist cut 1/3 of the way

through the bottom of the limb.

SNext make a 2nd cut all the way through the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving a 1 to 2 inch collar from the truck of the tree.

Second cut

Third cut

Collar

First cut

Pruning technique

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Contents 545123578 8/25/06 Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’InstructionsPlan Ahead Starting ReminderMaintain Your SAW in Good Working Order Operate Your SAW SafelyHandle Fuel with Caution KickbackReduce the Chance of Kickback Maintain ControlChain Brake and CKA Angle Kickback Safety FeaturesChain saws as set by Ansi B175.1 Computed kickback angle CKA Table AssemblyAttaching the Bumper Spike If not already attached Attaching the BAR & Chain If notChecking the tension Adjusting the tensionTip Bar CuttersOperation BAR and Chain Lubrication Before Starting Engine Fueling EngineChain Brake Important Points to RememberDifficult Starting or starting a flooded engine Starting a Warm EngineBraking function control Inertia activating function controlImportant Points Cutting MethodsTree Felling Techniques Felling Large TreesCutting a Fallen Tree Bucking Using a LOG or Support StandTypes of Cutting Used for Bucking Bucking Without a SupportLimbing Limbing and Pruning Important PointsPruning ING Without a SupportCleaning the air filter ServiceCleaning the Spark Arresting Screen AIR FilterBAR Maintenance Carburetor AdjustmentsChain Sharpening Ignition TimingStorage Troubleshooting Table Cause RemedyLigations The U. S. Environmental Limited WarrantyEmission Control Warranty
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