Preparation For Cutting - Homelite UT43160 Manuel D'utilisation

ADJUSTING TELESCOPING POLE
See Figure 6.
 Disconnect the pole saw from the power sup-
ply.
 Rotate the collar counterclockwise to loosen.
 Push poles towards each other to shorten the
pole or pull away from each other to lengthen
the pole.
NOTE: Extend the pole only to the length
required to reach the limb being cut. Do not
extend the handle above waist height.
 When the desired length is achieved, rotate the
collar clockwise to secure.
NOTE: Adjust hand placement on the shaft of the
pole saw to keep proper balance. Do not attempt
to use the pole saw at a length which does not
allow you to achieve proper footing and balance
at all times.

PREPARATION FOR CUTTING

See Figures 7 - 8.
 Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and
protection.
 Maintain a proper grip on the unit whenever the
motor is running. Use your right hand to firmly
grip the rear handle while your left hand has a
firm grip on the pole shaft.
 Hold unit firmly with both hands. Always keep
your left hand on the pole shaft and your right
hand on the rear handle, so your body is to the
left of the chain line. Never use a left-handed
(cross-handed) grip, or any stance that places
your body or arm across the chain line.
 Never stand directly under the limb you are cut-
ting.
 Be certain the collars are fully tightened before
operating equipment; check them periodically
for tightness during use to avoid serious injury.
BASIC CUTTING PROCEDURE
Follow the steps below to prevent damage to tree
or shrub bark. Do not use a back-and-forth saw-
ing motion.
 Make a shallow first cut (1/4 of limb diameter)
on the underside of the limb close to the main
limb or trunk.
OPERATION
FIRST CUT
1/4 DIAMETER
 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 trunk.
NOTE: 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 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 com-
pleted.
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COLLAR
LOAD
SECOND CUT
FINAL CUT
CUTTING GUIDE
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8