How To Use A Pole Saw Or Pole Pruner + Safety Tips
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Are there branches or limbs that are too high to reach? A pole pruner is needed if you find them irritating, obstructing trees’ growth, or simply unappealing visually.
You will need to be able to use a pruner or pole saw to get started.
Ten Steps To Use A Pole Saw
Step 1: Clear And Prepare The Space
You should ensure that there is no valuable property or people in the area you are going to be cutting down tree branches. To ensure safe and easy movement throughout the workplace, be sure to check for any potential trip hazards like exposed roots.
By roping off the area, passersby will not be able to get too close to your job in public areas.
Step 2: Decide The Parts You’ll Cut
It is not common to make several small jump cuts before you complete the main cut.
You can make cuts on the vine or twig on horizontal surfaces.
Step 3: Cut The Lower Branches
Think about how you’ll get to the topmost limbs or twigs that need to be removed. This usually involves amputating the lower extremities.
You can safely and quickly remove branches from the higher part of the tree by clearing the path.
Start by determining a strategy to remove the lower branches of trees. Start with the lowest planks of lumber and work your way upward.
Step 4: Position Yourself
It is best to cut with a pole saw from the side, rather than under it. You will be less likely to get hurt when the trunk gives way if you are in the right position.
The pole saws should be at the chest height. To get the best cuts, make sure you have a good grip with the pole saw.
Step #5: Adjust The Pole Saws Length
After you have gotten into a comfortable position, adjust the height of your polesaw before you start cutting.
This will differ for each saw so it is best to refer to the handbook.
Next, hold the pole saw at chest height and extend the blade so it can reach the lowest branch.
Step 6: Adjust The Blade
To get a heavy-duty polesaw to the area you need to cut, both your hands will be required. You can then put the saw down again to make sure you are able to handle it.
Once you feel confident in your ability maintain balance, then you can move the saw blade to support the branches weight. Do not cut yet.
Step 7: Take The Scissors Away
To make sure your first strokes sink in, you should cut perpendicularly. However, the rest of the cut must be in a different direction. A groove will help you direct your faster strokes.
Your saw might slip if the branch is slanted. If your saw starts to slip, stop what you are doing and rebalance the position before trying again.
Step #8: Complete The Cut
Hand pruners cut with the gravity of the pull stroke. Be sure to watch the branch carefully, especially when it is getting closer to the point where it will drop, and to be ready to leave if necessary.
Step 9: Clear The Space
You should remove the limb as soon as it touches the ground.
Be careful not to trip as you move around in search of different limbs.
Step #10: Next Section To Cut
Once you have cut off one branch, it is possible to move on to the next in a safe and correct position.
You should first trim the lower limbs. Then, move on to the higher limbs. You should ensure that you are not too close to the limbs you will be cutting.
Your pruner should be raised so that the cutting edge meets your chest.
Once the groove is complete, you can increase your stroke speed to finish the work. After it falls, you will need to move the branch.
Continue this process until all unwanted twigs are removed.
To make a clean cut, the saw blade should be held vertically against a branch. After your blade is securely in place, you can begin cutting the groove.
You Should Be Aware Of The Following Precautions When You Are Cutting Trees
Pruning trees from the ground can be dangerous. To gently lower heavy logs, an arborist will use a pulley system that has ropes. You can’t control the wood falling from pole saws or pruners.
Falls of large branches or long pieces of wood can lead to serious injury, or even death. Avoid cutting down trees too close to overhead power lines.
Once you are familiar with the techniques of making jump-cuts and preliminary cuts, don’t use your pruning tools to cut overhead boughs. These techniques will reduce trees’ weight before you make the final cut.
Pole Saw Basics And Tips
- Most cuts begin at the top of the branch.
- A jump cut will allow the blade to enter from below. This cut is more difficult because it works against gravity.
- A long pruning saw is required to accurately cut vertical water sprouts from the ground.
- You can choose not to trim anything that is too far from the ground. You won’t need to prune a large tree if you don’t own one.
- You should be familiar with the risks involved in using a pole saw. Ask an expert if you feel confident enough to handle the job.
- Stand straight with your feet shoulder width apart.
- Keep your thumb and left arm straight while you grasp the pole.
- You can get the saw to start by pressing the throttle lockout button on powered-saws and then squeezing the controls.
- While the saw is running at maximum speed, apply gentle pressure to the wood.
- Do not try to do too much. The chain will do the cutting for you.
- Keep your head down and keep your hands below your head. To ensure stability, place them so that you can grasp them at your waist.
- To avoid debris falling from the limbs you are removing, it is best to keep your back straight when working.
- When cutting, use the chain oil bulb to lubricate your bar and chain. This will not only make your tools last longer, but it also makes branch cutting easier.
- Once you are done, release the throttle to bring the power tool to a complete halt.
- When you are done cutting the limbs, remove the chainsaw from its pole so that you can use the branches for kindling.
Safety Tips: What To Wear, Which Branches To Cut, And Where To Stand
- When operating a chainsaw you must use the proper safety equipment, including gloves, hard hats, ear protection and snug-fitting clothing, boots, and eye protection.
- Before each use, grease the chain with oil.
- Reduce your daily work hours if possible.
- Avoid using an electric pole, powered pole saw, or any other power source in the rain or on damp ground.
- Pruning must be done by removing individual branches. It is a bad idea if you lop off two branches in one sweep.
- Before you move on to the next branch, take down the damaged one.
- If a limb is stressed, spring back can occur. This happens when tension is released during cutting, and the wood will snap back unintentionally.
- Because of the potential for recoil, a pole chainsaw can be dangerous. Kickback is when the blade’s tip hits a hard surface, or the chain gets pinched.
- A professional should be consulted if you need to remove branches that are more than 20 cm in height.
- Do not attempt to cut or prune tree branches or limbs that are located near live power lines. For this to be done properly, contact experts.
Conclusion
This guide will help you to safely and properly use your pole saw. A pole saw is undoubtedly the best tool to use for tree-cutting tasks, but it’s important that you are aware of all possible dangers.
Do not hesitate to ask for help if you are unsure of where to begin.
