Limbing and Pruning (Fig .9)
This pole saw is designed for trimming small
branches and limbs up to 6.9" (175mm)
in diameter. For best results, observe the
following precautions:
Plan the cut carefully. Be aware of the direction
in which the branch will fall.
WARNING
Branches may fall in unexpected directions.
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Do not stand directly under the branch being
cut.
The most typical cutting application is to
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position the pole saw at an angle of 60° or
less, depending on the specific situation. As
the angle of the pole-saw shaft to the ground increases, the difficulty of making the first cut
(from the underside of the limb) increases.
Remove long branches in several stages.
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Cut lower branches first to allow the top branches more room to fall.
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Work slowly, keeping both hands on the saw with a firm grip. Maintain secure footing and
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balance.
Keep the tree between you and the chain while limbing. Cut from the side of the tree
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opposite the branch you are cutting.
Do not cut from a ladder; this is extremely dangerous. Leave such operations for
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professionals.
Do not make a flush cut next to the main limb or trunk until you have cut off much of limb to
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reduce the weight. Following proper cutting procedures will prevent stripping the bark from
the main trunk or limb.
Do not use the pole saw for felling or bucking.
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To prevent electrocution, do not operate within 50 ft. (15m) of overhead electrical lines.
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Keep bystanders at least 50 ft. (15m) away.
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Fig.9
Minimum
Minimum
50'(15m)
50'(15m)