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4) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
personnel using only identical replacement parts
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This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
Additional safety rules for electric
chain saws
Note.
For safety reasons the electric chain saw is shipped
with the chain brake fully engaged. This brake must be
released before the saw becomes operational.
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Never cut into the ground.
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Never cut into wire fences.
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Never cut into saplings.
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Never cut into prepared wood.
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Use the Chainsaw to cut only wood.
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Remove the plug from the mains immediately if the
supply cable is damaged or cut.
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Use the bar cover when moving the electric chain saw
away from the working site.
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During transport the brake must be applied to avoid
accidental start-up.
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Make sure the tool is disconnected when checking,
tightening, changing or cleaning the chain.
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Always disconnect the electric chain saw when not in
use, to avoid damage to third persons.
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Do not expose the electric chain saw to rain or windy
conditions or in poor light.
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Find a suitable position before beginning work.
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When working on slopes, the saw operator must stand
beside or above the wood to cut, i.e. felled trees.
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Use the electric chain saw holding it firmly with both
hands.
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Make a wedge-shaped cut before felling the tree, then
the felling cut leaving a hinge for the felling direction.
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Beware of any falling branches after felling operations.
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Beware of wood splinters when cutting chopped wood.
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Ensure your chain saw is suitable for the job.
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Never work above shoulder level or reach out to cut a
branch: ensure you have stable footing at all times.
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It is advisable to provide a support for the electric chain
saw when cutting branches. Do not cut using the bar
point and beware of branches under tension.
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Children under 18 must not use electric chain saws.
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The machine must not work in an explosive environment.
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Keep people away from the electric chain saw when
in use.
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Check the following conditions before beginning work:
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There should be no people in the felling area.
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Make sure there is a second person within calling
distance.
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The working area should be free from obstacles.
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Wear suitable clothes which do not hinder movement.
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Use specific protections during operations involving head,
hands, feet, eyes and ears.
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It is recommended the use of a helmet with a visor during
felling, branch cutting and chopping operations.
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Wear gloves with an external protection when using the
electric chain saw.
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Use ear protection to prevent hearing injuries.
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Wear safety boots when using the electric chainsaw.
Additional safety rules for pole trimmers
For your own safety, please note the included general safety
information, and please also note these additional advices:
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Always wear a helmet and safety gloves when working
with the pole saw.
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We also recommend strongly wearing eye protection to
keep oil spray and sawdust out of your eyes.
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Never use the pole saw while standing on a ladder.
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Do not use the electric pole saw in rain.
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