Skil PR0601B-00 Owner's Manual page 21

Proper Grip on Handles
Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and
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protection.
With the saw on a firm, flat surface, hold the
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saw firmly by the main handle with one hand.
The fingers should encircle the handle. Use
your other hand to grab the auxiliary gripping
area from the side, as shown in Fig. 14.
In the extended position, hold the saw firmly
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by the main handle with one hand and the
auxiliary handle with the other hand, as
shown in Figure 14.
Basic Cutting
WARNING
the following technique to get the "feel" of using your saw before you begin a major sawing
operation.
a. Take the proper stance in front of the wood with the saw off.
b. Press the lock-off button and squeeze the trigger to start the saw. Let the saw chain reach
the full speed before beginning the cut.
c. Begin cutting by lightly pressing the guide bar against the wood. Use only light pressure,
letting the saw do the work.
d. Maintain a steady speed throughout the cut, releasing pressure just before the end of the
cut.
e. Release the trigger as soon as the cut is completed, allowing the saw chain to stop.
WARNING
restart the pruning saw.
WARNING
chain against the wood, move the saw back and forth to discharge the debris. Always remove
the battery pack before cleaning. Wear heavy protective gloves when handling the saw chain.
WARNING
NOTE:
For better performance, do not cut a branch with a diameter greater than 5-7/8 in.
(15 cm).
Always be sure of your footing and hold the pruning saw firmly with both
hands while the motor is running. Practice cutting a few small logs using
When the saw chain is stopped due to pinching during cutting, release the
trigger switch; remove the saw chain and guide bar from the wood, then
Do not pull the saw chain with your hand when it is bound by the sawdust.
Serious injury could result if the saw starts accidentally. Press the saw
Never start the pruning saw when it is in contact with the wood. Always
allow the saw to reach full speed before applying the saw to the wood.
Fig . 14
Auxiliary
Gripping Area
Auxiliary
Handle
Main
Handle
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