Stihl HT 102 Instruction Manual page 10

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after having tightened the nut(s). Never
start the pole pruner with the sprocket
cover loose.
Adjust carrying harness and hand grip to
suit your size before starting work.
For specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section of your instruction
manual.
Starting
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury from fire, start the engine at least
10 feet (3 m) from the fueling spot,
outdoors only.
Start and operate your pole pruner
without assistance.
Your power tool is a one-person
machine. Do not allow other persons in
the general work area, even when
starting.
For specific starting instructions, see the
appropriate section of your manual.
Place the pole pruner on firm ground or
other solid surface in an open area or, in
the alternative, as shown in the above
picture. Maintain good balance and
secure footing.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of
control, do not attempt to "drop start"
your power tool. Drop starting means
pushing the machine away from the
operator, or allowing it to drop toward
the ground, while pulling on the starter
grip. This method is very dangerous
because you may lose control of the
machine.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of
control be absolutely sure that the guide
bar and chain are clear of you and all
other obstructions and objects, including
the ground, because when the engine
starts at starting-throttle, engine speed
will be fast enough for the clutch to
engage the sprocket and turn the chain.
Once the engine has started,
immediately blip the throttle trigger,
which should release the starting throttle
and allow the engine to slow down to
idle.
With the engine running only at idle,
attach the power tool to the spring hook
of your harness (see appropriate
chapter of this manual).
WARNING
When you pull the starter grip, do not
wrap the starter rope around your hand.
Do not let the grip snap back, but guide
the starter rope to permit the rope to
rewind properly. Failure to follow this
procedure may result in injury to your
hand or fingers and may damage the
starter mechanism.
Important Adjustments
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury
from loss of control or contact with the
running cutting tool, do not use your unit
with incorrect idle adjustment. At correct
idle speed, the saw chain should not
move. For directions on how to adjust
idle speed, see the appropriate section
of your instruction manual.
If you cannot set the correct idle speed,
have your STIHL dealer check your
power tool and make proper
adjustments and repairs.
Proper chain tension is very important at
all times. Check it at regular intervals
(during work breaks and only when the
pole pruner is shut off). If the chain
becomes loose while cutting, switch off
the engine and then tighten. Never try to
tighten the chain while the engine is
running.
During Operation
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles while you are
working. Wrap your fingers and thumbs
around the handles.
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