Maintenance - Poulan Pro 530163467 Instruction Manual

S Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles are
small size limbs which can catch the chain
and whip toward you or pull you off balance.
Use extreme caution when cutting small size
limbs or slender material.
S Watch out for branches immediately behind
the branch being pruned. If the chain hits
the rear branch, damage to the unit may oc-
cur.
S Be alert for springback.
branches that are bent or under pressure.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the
pruner when the tension in the wood fibers
is released.
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
S Long branches should be removed in sev-
eral pieces.
PRUNING TECHNIQUE
When ready to cut, accelerate to full throttle
and apply a light cutting pressure. DO NOT
use back and forth sawing action.
Second cut
Third cut
Collar
First cut
Pruning technique
WARNING:
Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug wire (or disconnect pow-
erhead from power source) before performing

maintenance.

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S Oil tank - - Discontinue use of pruner attach-
ment if oil tank shows signs of damage or
leaks.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Bar clamp nut
S Fasteners
1. Make the first cut 6 inches from the tree
trunk on the bottom of the limb. Use top of
guide bar to make this cut.
through the diameter of the limb.
NOTE:
cuts, rest the foot of the pruner against the
tree limb that is being cut to prevent whipping
of the branch.
Watch out for
2. Next, move 2 - - 4 inches farther out on the
limb and make a second cut all the way
through the limb.
3. Then, make a final cut leaving a 1 - - 2 inch
collar from the trunk of the tree to avoid
damage to the tree.
MAINTENANCE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CHECK CHAIN TENSION
WARNING:
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and
can cut you even when it is not moving. Make
chain adjustments with lower end supported.
Chain tension is very important.
stretch during use. This is especially true dur-
ing the first few times you use your pruner. Al-
ways check chain tension each time you use
and refuel your unit.
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Cut 1/3
When making the second and third
Foot
Wear protective gloves
Chains