Scotts LPS41024S Manuel De L'opérateur page 7

ADJUSTING THE ANGLE OF THE POLE SAW HEAD:
Push the head release button and adjust the rotating head to the angle
of 30° position as shown on the housing of the opposite side of this
button. The head will lock into place when you release the button.
30°
0°
WARNING: Kickback may occur when the moving chain contacts an
object at the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar or when the wood
closes in and pinches the chain saw in the cut. Contact at the upper
portion of the tip of the guide bar can cause the chain to dig into the
object and stop the chain for an instant. The result is a lightening fast,
reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the
operator. If the chain saw is pinched along the top of the guide bar, the
guide bar can be driven rapidly back toward the operator. Either of
these reactions can cause loss of saw control which can result in
serious injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into
the saw. As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep
your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
BASIC CUTTING PROCEDURE
See figure 1-2
Keep the tree between you and the chain while limbing.
Cut from side of tree opposite branch you are cutting.
Do not cut from a ladder; this is extremely dangerous. Leave this
operation for professionals.
Do not use the pole saw for felling or bucking,
To prevent electrocution, do not operate within 50 ft. of overhead
electrical lines,.
Follow the steps below to prevent damage to tree or shrub bark. Do not
use a back-and-forth sawing motion,
Do not make the flush cut next to the main limb or trunk until you have
cut of the limb further out to reduce the weight.
Following proper cutting procedures will prevent stripping bark
from the main member.
Make a shallow first cut (1/4 of limb diameter) on the underside of
the limb close to the main limb or trunk,
Make a second cut from the top side of the limb outboard from the
first cut. Continue the cut through the limb until the limb separates
from the tree. Be prepared to balance the weight of the tool when the
limb falls.
Make a final cut close to the trunk.
OPERATING
Head Release Button
OPERATING AND INSTRUCTIONS
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The following precautions should be followed to minimize
kickback:
1. Always grip the pole and handle firmly with both hands. Hold the
saw firmly with both hands when the unit is running. Place your right
hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the pole shaft with
your thumbs and fingers encircling the pole saw handle and shaft. A
firm grip together with a stiff left arm will help you maintain control of
the saw if kickback occurs.
2. Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free from
obstructions. Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log,
branch, fence or any other obstruction that could be hit while you
are operating the saw.
3. Always cut with the unit running at full speed. Fully squeeze the
throttle trigger and maintain a steady cutting speed.
4. Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip protection.
Cut lower branches first to allow the top branches more room to fall.
Work slowly, keeping both hands on the saw with a firm grip.
Maintain secure footing and balance.
WARNING: To protect yourself from electrocution, maintain a min of 50ft
(15m) from over head electrical lines.
Keep bystanders at least 50ft. away.
For second and final cuts, (from top of limb or branch), hold front cutting
guide against the limb being cut. This will help steady the limb and make it
easier to cut. Allow the chain to cut for you; exert only light downward
pressure. If you force the cut, damage to the bar, chain, or motor can
result.
Release the trigger as soon as the cut is completed. Failure to follow
proper cutting procedures will result in the bar and chain binding and
becoming pinched or trapped in the limb.
If this should happen:
Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
If the limb can be reached from the ground, lift the limb while holding the
saw. This should release the "PINCH" and free the saw.
If the saw is still trapped, call a professional for assistance.