Operating Guide

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

To turn on and off

• Slide the lock-off lever (G). Squeeze the trigger switch (H)

to start.

• Release the trigger switch (H) to stop.

Note:

The lock-off lever must be engaged before the

trigger is active. Once the trigger is engaged, release the

lock-off lever.

Preparation for cutting

• Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.

• Maintain a proper grip on the unit whenever the motor is running. Use your right hand to rmly grip

the rear handle while your left hand has a rm grip on the pole shaft.

• Hold unit rmly with both hands. Always keep your left hand on the pole shaft and your right hand on

the rear handle so that your body is to the left of the chain line. Never use a left-handed (crosshanded)

grip or any stance that places your body or arm across the chain line.

• Never stand directly under the limb you are cutting.

• Be certain the couplers are fully tightened before operating equipment; check them periodically for

tightness during use to avoid serious injury.

Basic cutting procedure

Follow the steps below to prevent damage to tree or shrub bark. Do not use a back-and-forth

sawing motion.

• Make a shallow rst cut (1/4 of limb diameter) on the underside of the limb close to the main limb or

trunk.

• Make a second cut from the top side of the limb outboard from the rst cut. Continue the cut through

the limb until the limb separates from the tree. Be prepared to balance the weight of the tool when

the limb falls.

• Make a nal cut close to trunk.