Westinghouse 20V+ Manuel D'utilisation page 15

OPERATION
OPERATING THE POLE SAW
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
CAUTION: Always reduce the tension off the chain again after finishing work. The chain
contracts as it cools down. If it is not slackened off, it can damage the pole saw.
IMPORTANT: Never operate a pole saw that is damaged or improperly adjusted or that is
not completely and securely assembled. Be sure that the saw
chain stops moving when the trigger switch is released. Never
adjust the guide bar or saw chain when the motor is operating.
ON/OFF SWITCH
Always be sure of your footing and grip the pole saw firmly with
both hands with the thumb and fingers encircling the handle. To
turn the tool ON pull the lock button (2) back with your thumb
and then squeeze the trigger (1) with your fingers. (Once the tool
is running you can release the lock button.) To turn the tool OFF,
release the trigger.
TRIMMING/PRUNING
pole saw Trimming/Pruning
WARNINGS:
• Never stand directly under the limb you are cutting.
Always position yourself out of the path of falling
debris.
• Always wear head, eye, foot and body protection.
Wearing body protection helps reduce the risk of injury
when operating this unit.
• Never stand on a ladder or other unstable support while
using the pole saw. Always avoid any position which
can cause you to loose your balance and cause severe
injury.
• Keep other persons at least 50 feet (15m) from the work
area. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
• Electrocution Hazard. To prevent shock, do not operate
within 50 feet (15m) of overhead electrical lines. Always
check surrounding area for hidden electrical lines.
• Do not extend pole saw switch handle above shoulder
height.
• Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
• Guard Against Kickback which can result in severe
injury or death. See "GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK", to avoid the risk of kickback.
• Do not overreach. Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart. Divide your weight
evenly on both feet.
• Use both hands to grip pole saw. Use a firm grip. Thumbs and fingers must wrap around
pole saw handle and pole. Keep fingers away from sawdust exhaust chute.
• Never operate while in a tree, in any awkward position or on a ladder or other unstable
surface. You may lose control of pole saw causing severe injury.
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