Gardena TCS 720/20 Operation Instructions Manual page 8

Work positions:
ß A
ß B
To start the Pruner:
2 3 1
i
8
The unit can be operated in 2 work positions (above / below).
To ensure a tidy cutting edge, thick branches should be cut in
2 steps (Illustrations similar).
Above
(thick branches):
1. From below, saw
the branch to no
more than 1/3 of the
dia meter (chain will
push towards the stop
at the front
ß
DANGER! Risk of physical injury!
Risk of injury if the unit does not stop when you
release the start button.
v Do not bypass the safety devices or switches. For example
do not attach the starting lock-out
the handle.
Verify that the following conditions are met before commencing
work:
• The tank has been filled with sufficient chain oil and the lubrication
system has been checked (see 3. INSTALLATION).
• The chain is tensioned (see 5. MAINTENANCE).
To start:
The unit is fitted with a starting lock-out
being turned on by accident.
1. Open the snap fit
bar .
2
p
2. Hold the telescopic pipe of the unit with one hand and the
handle
p
3. Push the starting lock-out
o
button
o
The unit will start.
4. Release the starting lock-out
To stop:
1. Release the start button
2. Slide the protective cover
snap fit
3
Above
(thick branches):
2. Cut off the branch
from above (chain
will push towards the
stop at the back
).
A
and remove the protective cover
3
with the other hand.
forwards and push the start
i
.
.
i
.
o
onto the bar
1
.
Below:
Cut off from above
(chain will push towards
the stop at the back
).
ß
B
or start button
i o
to prevent the unit from
i
from the
1
and close the
2
).
ß
B
to