Garland BULK 298 FE Instruction Manual page 45

CUTTING THE BRANCH FROM A TREE
To cut a branch from a tree
that is not touching the ground
cut a quarter of the way from
the bottom side (1) and then
cut the rest from the top end
(2).
This way you will help the
aperture of the cut and that the branch does not pull
and damage the tree trunk.
Cut long branches in several pieces starting from the
outermost part of the branch (furthest away from the
tree trunk).
If you have to cut several branches from the same
tree, start with the lower branches which will then give
you space to cut the higher branches.
Recommendation:
It is convenient not to do the last cut using the weight
of the branch. We recommend to cut the branch and
leave the final cut which is the last 5-10 cm. This final
cut will be done from top to bottom and very slowly so
as to avoid the wood cracking.
8. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Do periodic maintenance inspections on the machine
to guarantee an efficient use of the machine. For a
complete check up, we highly recommend that you
take the machine to your after sales service.
It is necessary to always stop the engine and
check that the cutting tool is stopped before cleaning
or transporting the machine.
Before performing any maintenance or repair
the machine make sure the engine is off Perform all
maintenance of the machine when is set on a flat and
clear surface.
Warning! Do not modify the machine or the cutting
elements. An inadequate use of these elements can
cause serious personal damages and can even be
fatal.
Always carry out maintenance work with the machine
unplugged from the mains.
Maintain the machine clean, specially the ventilating
areas of the engine.
Always use original spare parts so as to guarantee
the best possible performance of the machine and
so as to avoid dangers and risks to the user and the
machine. These spare parts should be bought at the
after sales service. The use of non original spare parts
can cause accidents, personal damage to the user and
breakage of the machine.
The removal of security mechanisms, an
inappropriate maintenance, the substitution of the bar
and chain with non original spares could cause severe
corporal damages.
8.1. CARE AND MAINTENANCE AFTER USE
Carry out the following operations when you have
finished the work to ensure that the machine is kept in
a perfect condition.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Inspect the power cord and extension cord to detect
possible damage or symptoms of wearing.
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