Stihl HT 101 Instruction Manual - Page 16

390BA052 KN English Using the Unit Preparations HT 100, HT 130 Always hold the shaft with your left hand in the area of the handle hose. Cross-cut N Wear suitable protective clothing, observe safety precautions. N Adjust telescoping shaft to the required length (HT 101, HT 131 only). N Starting the engine N Put on the shoulder strap. 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 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. 390BA018 KN 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 1 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. To avoid tearing the bark on thick branches, always start by performing a relieving cut (1) on the underside of the branch. 390BA041 KN 14 HT 100, HT 101, HT 130, HT 131