Proper Techniques For Pruning; Intended Uses; Pruning - Stihl MSA 161 T Instruction Manual

8 Proper Techniques for Pruning

8 Proper Techniques for Pruning
8.1

Intended Uses

WARNING
￭ This lightweight chain saw equipped with a top handle is
designed specifically for in-tree surgery and maintenance.
￭ This chain saw is not designed for felling trees or other
cutting operations on the ground.
￭ Before starting any cutting operation, fully charge your
STIHL AP or AR battery and ensure that all cuts
necessary can be completed on a single charge.
– Fully charge the STIHL AP or AR series battery
before starting work.
– Ensure that all necessary cuts can be completed
using the existing charge before starting.
￭ Position the chain saw in such a way that your body is
clear of the cutting attachment whenever the motor is
running.
8.2

Pruning

Pruning is selectively removing branches from a standing
tree.
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control:
– Do not use the chain saw one-handed.
– Never operate the chain saw above shoulder height
or cut overhead.
– Do not overreach.
– If you are unable to follow these instructions, you
must use a different tool, such as a pole pruner.
– If conditions permit, work from a lift bucket.
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￭ This lightweight chain saw is equipped with a top handle
and is designed specifically for in-tree surgery and
maintenance. If the operator is not properly secured for
two-hand use when using this saw in a tree, there is an
increased risk of injury from loss of control.
￭ For this reason, this chain saw should be used only for
work in a tree by persons trained in special cutting and
working techniques. This type of chain saw is not
designed for cutting work on the ground, such as felling
and bucking.
￭ Because this chain saw is not intended for use on the
ground, this manual does not contain instructions for
felling or for limbing and bucking felled trees. For
instructions on these techniques when using other STIHL
chain saw models, see the instruction manuals for these
other saws or the STIHL Chain Saw Safety Manual, which
is available free of charge online or from your authorized
STIHL dealer.
￭ To reduce the risk of injury:
– Never stand directly underneath the branch you are
cutting.
– Watch for falling branches. As soon as the branch
starts to fall, step aside and keep a sufficient
distance away from the falling wood. A branch may
spring back at you after it hits the ground.
– Prior to beginning work, clear the work area of limbs
and brush to reduce the risk of tripping and losing
control of the chain saw.
To cut branches from a standing tree:
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