Using The Unit - Stihl HT 100 Instruction Manual

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Using the Unit

Preparations
Wear suitable protective clothing,
N
observe safety precautions.
Adjust telescoping shaft to the
N
required length (HT 101, HT 131
only).
Starting the engine
N
Put on the shoulder strap.
N
Cutting Sequence
To allow branches a free fall, always cut
the lower branches first. Prune heavy
branches (large diameter) in several
controllable pieces.
WARNING
Never stand directly underneath the
branch you are cutting – be wary of
falling branches. Note that a branch may
spring back at you after it hits the ground
– risk of injury.
Disposal
Do not throw cuttings into the garbage
can – they can be composted.
Working Techniques
Hold the control handle with your right
hand, and the shaft with your left hand.
Your left arm should be extended to the
most comfortable position.
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HT 100, HT 130
Always hold the shaft with your left hand
in the area of the handle hose.
The shaft should always be held at an
angle of 60° or less.
The least tiring working position is a tool
angle of 60°.
Any lesser angle may be used to suit the
situation concerned.
Cross-cut
To avoid pinching the bar in the cut,
position the cutting attachment with the
hook against the branch and then
perform the cross-cut from the top
downwards.
Relieving cut
2
To avoid tearing the bark on thick
branches, always start by performing a
relieving cut (1) on the underside of the
branch.
HT 100, HT 101, HT 130, HT 131
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