2. Push the battery release buttons and remove the
battery from the battery holder to prevent accidental
start.
General information about working
technique
Below we give you some general information about how
to use this product.
WARNING: The information related to
working technique in this operator's manual
is not considered correct training to operate
this tree-service product. This product must
be used by tree-service operators with
special training only! Use without the correct
training can result in serious injuries. Do not
try any task that you do not feel sure of!
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To cut on the pull stroke is when you cut with the
bottom of the guide bar. The saw chain pulls through
the tree when you cut. In this position you have
better control of the product and the position of the
kickback zone.
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To cut on the push stroke is when you cut with the
top of the guide bar. The saw chain pushes the
product in the direction of the operator.
WARNING: Be careful when you cut on
the push stroke. If the saw chain gets
trapped in the trunk, the product can be
pushed at you. You must prevent this
force or there is a risk that the kickback
zone of the guide bar touches the tree.
This will lead to a kickback.
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Use full power when you cut.
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Let go of the power trigger after each cut.
CAUTION: Motor damage can occur if
you run the motor for too long at full
power and without load. One example is
if you cut without resistance from the
saw chain.
To prepare the product for operation in
the tree
Ground operator
As a ground operator, do the steps that follow.
1. Examine the product.
2. Charge the battery.
3. Attach the end of an approved safety strop to the
rope eyelet.
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