Limbing And Pruning; Chain Tension; Chain Maintenance - Scotts LPS41024S Manuel De L'opérateur

LIMBING AND PRUNING

See figure 3-4
This unit is designed for trimming small branches and limbs up to 6
inches(15cm) in diameter.
For best results, observe the following precautions.
Plan the cut carefully. Be aware of the direction in which the branch will
fall.
Branches may fall in unexpected directions. Do not stand directly under
the branch being cut.
The most typical cutting application is to position the unit at an angle of
60° or less, depending on the specific situation, as shown. As the angle
of the pole saw shaft to ground increases, the difficulty of making the
first cut (from the underside of the limb) increases.
Remove long branched in several stages.

CHAIN TENSION

Stop the motor before setting the chain tension. Make sure the lock knob
is loosened to finger tight, turn the chain tensioner clockwise to tension
the chain. A cold chain will be correctly tensioned when there is no slack
on the underside of the guide bar, the chain is snug, but it can be turned
by hand without binding.
Chain must be re-tensioned whenever the flats on the drive links hang
out of the bar groove.
During normal saw operation, the temperature of the chain will increase.
The drive links of a correctly tensioned warm chain will hang
approximately .050 in. (1.25mm) out of the bar groove. Be aware that
chain tensioned while warm, may be too tight upon cooling. Check the
"cold tension" before next use.
NOTE: A new chain tends to stretch, check chain tension frequently and
tension as required.
OPERATING AND INSTRUCTIONS
CHAIN TENSION AND MAINTENANCE
Approx. .050 (1.25mm)

CHAIN MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Remove the battery pack and make sure the chain has
stopped before you do any work on the saw.
For smooth and fast cutting, chain needs to be maintained properly.
The chain requires sharpening when the wood chips are small and
powdery, the chain must be forced through the wood during cutting, or
the chain cuts to one side. During maintenance of your chain
remember:
- Improper filing angle of the side plate can increase the risk
of severe kickback.
- Raker (depth gauge) clearance.
- Too low increases the potential for kickback.
- Not low enough decreases cutting ability.
- If cutter teeth have hit hard objects such as nails and
stones, or have been abraded by mud or sand on the
wood, have service dealer sharpen chain.
NOTE: Inspect the drive sprocket for wear or damage when replacing
the chain. If signs of wear or damage are present in the areas indicated,
have the drive sprocket replaced by a qualified individual.
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