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18
LIMBING AND PRUNING(See Figure 8)
This unit is designed for trimming small branches and limbs up to 6 in. (15.2 cm) in diameter. For
best results, observe the following precautions:
• Plan the cut carefully. Be aware of the direction in which the branch will fall.
• Branches may fall in unexpected directions. Do not stand directly under the branch being cut.
• The most typical cutting application is to position the unit at an angle of 60° or less,
depending on the specic situation. As the angle of the polesaw shaft to ground increases the
difculty of making the rst cut (from underside of limb) increases.
• Remove long branches in several stages.
• Cut lower branches rst to allow the top branches more room to fall.
• Work slowly, keeping both hands on the saw with a rm grip. Maintain secure footing and balance.
OPERATION
• 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 ush 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 polesaw 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.
(15 m)
Fig. 8
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