Ribimex Ribiland PR4EN1T/2 Manuel D'instructions Et D'utilisation page 54

This machine is designed especially for cutting small branches.
Never use this machine for any other purposes. Never try to cut stones, metals, plastics or any other
hard objects.
Using for other purposes than cutting branches may damage the machine or cause serious injury.
Always wear eye and ear protection. Manufacturer recommends wearing a face shield as additional
face and eye protection.
Always wear a hard hat to reduce the risk of head injuries during operation of this machine.
Wear non slip heavy-duty work gloves to improve your grip on the pole pruner handle.
Wear snug-fitting clothes that, also permits freedom of movement.
NEVER wear shorts!
Wear sturdy footwear with no slip soles to provide good footing.
Steel-toes safety boots are recommended.
Keep bystanders at least 15 meters (50 feet) away from the operating pruner to reduce the risk of
being struck by falling objects or debris.
Never operate the pruner at an angle greater than 60° in order to reduce the risk of being struck by
falling objects during operation.
Always operate with both hands firmly gripping the machine.
Keep a proper footing and do not overreach-Maintain your balance at all times during operation.
3.2- Kickback precautions
A dangerous reaction may occur when the spinning chain contacts a solid object or gets stuck in the
wood...
It is called kickback. As a result, the operator can lose control of the unit, which can cause serious
or fatal injury. To avoid kickback, operate the pruner smoothly.
IV. GETTING STARTED
4.1- Assembly
4.1.1- Assembly of accessory head (see Fig.BC2)
Insert the lower tube (c) into the main pole tube (a) until shaft (b) aligns into position. Ensure
assembly is tight and secured
4.1.2- Installing the Chain
! Never attempt to install, replace, or adjust the chain with the engine running.
WARNING
! The saw chain is very sharp. Wear gloves to protect your hands when handling.
WARNING
NOTE: For longest chain life, let new or replacement chain loops soak in oil overnight before
installation
1. Using the small end of the plug wrench, remove the sprocket cover nut (turn counterclockwise to
remove) and remove the sprocket cover. See Fig.PP2
! Failure to align the guide bar and chain tensioning pin can cause serious damage to the
CAUTION
sprocket cover, guide bar, chain tensioning pin and cutting head assembly
2. Place the guide bar over the guide bar adjustment stud on the cutting head assembly. Align the
chain tensioning pin with the hole in the guide bar. See Fig.PP3
3. Install the chain loop over the drive links within the guide bar groove, and then align the chain
over the drive sprocket. Make sure the cutters are properly oriented as shown in Fig.PP4.
If chain installation is difficult or if the chain appears too tight, refer to the section "Adjusting the
Chain".
4. Install the sprocket cover over the bar stud.
Using finger-pressure only, install the sprocket cover nut.
! Never operate the pole pruner without the sprocket cover installed
WARNING
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