Husqvarna 525P4S Operation Manual - Page 23

WORKING TECHNIQUES • Do not work with the shaft held straight out in front of you (like a fishing rod) as this increases the apparent weight of the cutting attachment. and cause permanent damage to the tree. The cut should not be deeper than 1/3 of the branch thickness to prevent jamming. Keep the chain running while you withdraw the cutting attachment from the branch to prevent it jamming. • Cut large branches in sections so that you have better control over where they fall. • Use the harness to support the weight of the machine and make it easier to handle. 525P5S 525P4S • Never cut through the swelling at the root of the branch as this will slow down healing and increase the risk of fungal attack! • Make sure you have a firm footing and that you can work without being hampered by branches, stones and trees. WARNING! Never activate the throttle ! without having the cutting attachment in full view. • Use the stop at the base of the cutting head to provide support during cutting. This will help prevent the cutting attachment from "jumping" on the branch. • Make an initial cut on the underside of the branch before cutting through the branch. This will prevent tearing of the bark, which could lead to slow healing English - 23