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• Watchoutforbranchesimmediately
behindthebranchbeingpruned.If
thechainhitstherearbranch,dam-
agetotheunitmayoccur.
• Bealertforspringback.Watchout
forbranchesthatarebentorunder
pressure.Avoidbeingstruckbythe
branchortheprunerwhentheten-
sioninthewoodfibersisreleased.
• Keepaclearworkarea.Frequently
clearbranchesoutofthewayto
avoidtrippingoverthem.
• Longbranchesshouldberemoved
inseveralpieces.
PRUNING TECHNIQUE
When ready to cut, accelerate to full
throttle and apply a light cutting pres-
sure. DO NOT use back and forth
sawing action.
1. Make the first cut 6 inches from
the tree trunk on the bottom of the
limb. Use top of guide bar to make
this cut. Cut 1/3 through the diam-
eter 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.
i Second cut
Third cut
Coil
2. Next, move 2 - 4 inches farther
out on the limb and make a sec-
ond cut all the way through the
limb.
3. Then, make a final cut leaving a 1
- 2 inch collar from the trunk of the
tree to avoid damage to the tree.
First cut
Pruning technique
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all.WARNING: Always stop unit and
disconnect spark plug wire (or discon-
nect powerhead from power source)
before performing maintenance.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact a Sears Service Center for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
• Oil tank - Discontinue use of pruner
attachment if oil tank shows signs of
damage or leaks.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Bar clamp nut
• Fasteners
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
• After each use, inspect complete
unit for loose or damaged parts.
• Clean the unit and decals using a
damp cloth with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CHECK CHAIN TENSION
_, WARNING: Wear protective
gloves when handling chain. The chain
is sharp and can cut you even when it
is not moving. Make chain adjustments
with lower end supported.
Chain tension is very important. Chains
stretch during use. This is especially
true during the first few times you use
your pruner. Always check chain ten-
sion each time you use and refuel your
unit.
1. Use the screwdriver end of the
chain adjustment tool (bar tool) to
move chain around guide bar to
ensure kinks do not exist. The
chain should rotate freely.
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