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Do not work with the shaft held straight out in front of
you (like a fishing rod) as this increases the apparent
weight of the cutting attachment.
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Cut large branches in sections so that you have better
control over where they fall.
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Never cut through the swelling at the root of the
branch as this will slow down healing and increase the
risk of fungal attack!
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Use the stop at the base of the cutting head to provide
support during cutting. This will help prevent the
cutting attachment from "jumping" on the branch.
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Make an initial cut on the underside of the branch
before cutting through the branch. This will prevent
tearing of the bark, which could lead to slow healing
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WORKING TECHNIQUES
and cause permanent damage to the tree. The cut
should not be deeper than 1/3 of the branch thickness
to prevent jamming. Keep the chain running while you
withdraw the cutting attachment from the branch to
prevent it jamming.
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Use the harness to support the weight of the machine
and make it easier to handle.
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Make sure you have a firm footing and that you can
work without being hampered by branches, stones
and trees.
WARNING! Never activate the throttle
!
without having the cutting attachment in
full view.
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