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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
50
’
15
m
Minimum
50’ (15 m)
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• Keep the tree between you and the chain while limbing.
Cut from the side of the tree opposite of the branch you
are cutting.
• Do not cut from a ladder; this is extremely dangerous.
Leave this operation for professionals.
•
Do not make the flush cut next to the main limb or trunk
until you have cut off the limb further out to reduce the
weight.
Following proper cutting procedures will prevent stripping
the bark from the main member.
• Do not use the pole saw for felling or bucking.
• To prevent electrocution, do not operate within 50 ft. (15
m) of overhead electrical lines.
• Keep bystanders at least 50 ft. (15 m) away.
WARNING
• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or
when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
• Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, stop the motor, wait for all moving parts to stop
and remove the battery. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or
property damage.
General Maintenance
• Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from
various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloth to
remove dirt, dust, oil, and grease, etc.
•
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic, which may
result in serious personal injury.
• All pole saw service, other than the items listed in the instruction manual maintenance instructions,
should be performed by authorized service centers.
WARNING
To avoid possible serious injury, never touch or adjust the chain while the motor is running. The
saw chain is very sharp; always wear protective gloves when performing maintenance to the
chain.