Use and Care Manual

SAFETY PPF-2620

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Read the Manuals

• Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’s Manual and Safety

Manual for instructions on Safe Operation.

Clear the Work Area

• Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals

prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft.) while the unit is in use.

Use Proper Clothing & Equipment

• Always wear head protection with full face shield to help protect against

falling branches and debris.

Keep a Firm Grip

• Always hold throttle handle and support handle with thumbs and fingers

tightly encircling the handles.

Keep a Solid Stance

• Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery,

uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders.

Do not over reach.

• Operate the Power Pruner

only from the ground or out of an approved

bucket lift.

• Always evaluate the branches to be pruned for hazards such as loose

dead branches which may fall and strike the operator or helpers. Remove

hazards before pruning.

• Plan retreat path from falling objects.

• Cut branches bounce when striking ground.

• Check that shoulder harness is adjusted for safe, comfortable operation.

• Turn the Power Pruner

off when moving from tree to tree.

• Avoid any contact with saw chain..

Avoid Hot Surfaces

• Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid

contact during and immediately after operation.