Poulan 530164083, PP446 Operating Position, Pruning Important Points, Pruning Technique

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle.

OPERATING POSITION

ALWAYS WEAR:

Head

Protection Eye

Protection

Long Pants

Heavy Shoes

DANGER: Do not extend arms above shoulders while pruning. Do not stand be- neath branch being cut.

WARNING: Always wear head, eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit.

When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol- lowing:

SExtend your left arm and hold assist handle

with your left hand.

SHold throttle grip with your right hand with

finger on throttle trigger.

SKeep engine end below waist level.

SKeep shoulder strap pad centered on your left shoulder and danger sign centered on your back.

S Maintain full weight of tool on your left shoulder.

Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle speed when not pruning. To stop engine:

SRelease the throttle trigger.

SMove the ON/OFF switch to the OFF posi- tion.

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 prun- ing. Allowing such contact can result in seri- ous injury.

IMPORTANT POINTS

S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly gripped on the pruner. Maintain secure footing and balance.

SPlan cut carefully. Check direction branch

will fall.

S Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles are small size limbs which can catch the chain and whip toward you or pull you off balance. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs or slender material.

SWatch out for branches immediately behind the branch being pruned. If the chain hits the

rear branch, damage to the unit may occur. S 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 tension in the wood fibers

is released.

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

over them.

S Long branches should be removed in several pieces.

PRUNING TECHNIQUE

When ready to cut, accelerate to full throttle and apply a light cutting pressure. DO NOT use back and forth sawing action.

Second cut

Third cut

Collar

First cut

Pruning technique

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.

Foot

2.Next, move 2 -- 4 inches (5 -- 10 cm) far- ther 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 damage to the tree.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions 10/31/03Plan Ahead Hazard ZoneOperate Your Pruner Safely Maintain Your Pruner in Good Working OrderHandle Fuel with Caution KickbackKickback Safety Features Reduce the Chance KickbackMaintain Control TipLine Trimmer Safety Edger SafetyFor Optional Attachments BLOWER/VACUUM Safety Brushcutter SafetyCultivator Safety Away from the operatorHedge Trimmer Safety Snow Thrower SafetyInstalling Pruner ATTACH- Ment Shoulder Strap AssemblyAdjusting the Assist Handle Tools RequiredON/OFF Switch Know Your PrunerPrimer Bulb CouplerHOW to Stop Your Unit HOW to Start Your UnitSee the Storage section for additional in- formation Installing Optional ATTACH- Ments Installing Attachment HangerStarting a Warm Engine Starting a Flooded EngineOperating Position Pruning Important PointsPruning Technique Inspect and Clean Unit and LA- Bels Check for Loose Fasteners and PartsCheck for Damaged or Worn Parts Check Chain TensionClean AIR Filter BAR MaintenanceChain Replacement LubricationChain Adjustment Carburetor AdjustmentIdle Speed Adjustment To Replace ChainSeasonal Storage Fuel SystemEngine OtherTroubleshooting Table Cause Remedy Load AdjustmentCompression low Carbon build-up onHome PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Addi Tions The U.S. Environmental ProtectionEred. ADD-ON or Modified Parts Extended 300 hours

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