AL-KO Solo 6646, Instructions For Use Manual

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Safety instructions
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Take measures to protect yourself against
vibration loads.
The actual vibration values
may differ from the values specified in the
technical data, depending on what the tool is
used for. In doing so, take account of the en-
tire working process, i.e. also times during
which the tool is operating without load, or is
switched off. Suitable measures include regu-
lar maintenance and care of the tool and the
tool attachments, keeping your hands warm,
taking regular breaks and planning the work-
ing sequences effectively.
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Determine the maximum handling period
and set breaks in the work according to
the vibration value.
3.3.2 Operating times
Heed the country-specific regulations for the op-
erating times of chain saws. The operating times
of chain saws can be limited by national and local
regulations.
3.3.3 Working with the chain saw
WARNING! Danger of serious injury. If an
incompletely mounted chain saw is used, serious
injury can be caused.
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Only use the chain saw when it has been ful-
ly mounted.
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Before each use, perform a visual inspection
in order to check that the chain saw is com-
plete and does not contain damaged or worn
components. Safety and protective devices
must be intact.
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Never work alone.
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Always keep a first-aid kit to hand in case of
accidents.
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Avoid touching metal objects in the ground or
which are conductively connected to the
ground.
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The personal protective equipment compris-
es:
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Protective helmet
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Hearing protection (e.g. ear defenders,
especially when working for than 2.5
hours a day)
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Protective glasses or face visor incorpo-
rated in the protective helmet
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Protective trousers with cut protection in-
lay
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Sturdy working gloves
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Safety boots with high-grip soles, steel
toe caps, and cut protection inlays
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Do not use the chain saw above shoulder
height, since safe handling is no longer pos-
sible in this way.
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When changing position, switch off the en-
gine and put on the chain guard.
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Switch off the petrol engine when not in use
and put the chain guard in place.
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Switch the chain saw off before putting it
down.
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Do not use the chain saw for levering or mov-
ing wood.
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Only specialist personnel are allowed to saw
trunks that are thicker than the length of the
chain bar.
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Only start the cut once the saw chain is run-
ning, never switch on the chain saw already
in the kerf.
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Make sure that no saw chain oil gets onto the
ground.
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Do not undertake sawing work in the rain,
snow or stormy weather.
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Never disable safety and protective devices.
3.3.4 Vibration load
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Danger due to vibration
The actual vibrations emitted during the use
of the appliance may deviate from those stat-
ed by the manufacturer. Observe the follow-
ing influencing factors before or during use:
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Is the appliance being used as intended?
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Is the material being cut or processed in
the proper manner?
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Is the appliance in a proper condition of
use?
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Is the cutting tool properly sharpened or
is the correct cutting tool installed?
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Are the handle grips and any optional vi-
bration grips mounted, and are they firm-
ly attached to the appliance?
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Only operate the tool at the combustion en-
gine speed required for the respective work.
Avoid using the maximum speed in order to
reduce noise and vibrations.
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The noise and vibrations of the tool may in-
crease due to improper use and mainte-
nance. This leads to health damage. In this
case, immediately switch off the tool and
have it repaired by an authorised service
workshop.
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The degree of stress due to vibration de-
pends on the work to be performed or on the