Checking The Pole Pruner; Testing The Controls; Testing Chain Lubrication - Stihl HTA 135 Owner's Instruction Manual

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The saw chain will continue to move for a short time after the
trigger switch is released. Take care to avoid contact after
releasing the trigger switch and when setting down the pole
pruner.

17 Checking the Pole Pruner

17.1 Testing the Controls

Before starting work, confirm that the trigger switch
lockout (1), retaining latch (2) and trigger switch (3) are
undamaged and functioning properly.
Trigger Switch Lockout (1), Retaining Latch (2) and Trigger
Switch (3)
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries, keep hands,
feet and other parts of the body away from the chain. Do not
touch the saw chain while the battery is inserted. Never
touch moving chain with your hand or any part of your body,
@ 6.5.2. Keep bystanders at least 50 ft. (15 m) out of the
area while testing the controls.
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To test the controls:
► Remove the battery.
► Attempt to depress the trigger switch.
If the trigger switch can be depressed without first
unlocking the retaining latch, take the pole pruner to an
authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be repaired before
use.
► Press down on the trigger switch lockout and push the
retaining latch forward. Make sure they move freely and
spring back into place when released.
► Insert the battery.
► Hold the pole pruner firmly with one hand on the control
handle and with the other hand firmly on the front handle.
Depress and hold the trigger switch lockout, push the
retaining latch forward with your thumb and squeeze the
trigger switch with your index finger.
The pole pruner should switch on. If it does not, take the
pole pruner to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be
repaired before use.
► Release the trigger switch.
The pole pruner should switch off.
If the pole pruner does not switch off after you release the
trigger switch, remove the battery and take the pole pruner
to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to be repaired
before use.

17.2 Testing Chain Lubrication

WARNING
Never operate your pole pruner without bar and chain
lubrication. If the chain runs dry, the cutting attachment will
be damaged beyond repair within a very short time. A
damaged chain may break, resulting in severe or fatal
personal injury. Always check chain lubrication and the oil
level in the tank before starting work and periodically during
work.
To confirm that the chain oil is flowing properly:
► Insert the battery, @ 15.1.
► Point the guide bar toward a bright surface.
17 Checking the Pole Pruner
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