III. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before using this product, carefully read and understand all the safety recommendations
and instructions for safe operation.
Keep this manual handy so that you may refer to it later whenever any questions arise.
Always be sure to include this manual when selling, lending, or otherwise transferring
the ownership of this product.
WARNING! This chainsaw has been designed especially for tree service/maintenance.
It should therefore only be used by trained operators when working on trees, who have
thoroughly read this instruction manual.
Only well-instructed adults should operate the product. This product is not intended for
use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction or training concerning the use of the product by a person
responsible for their safety.
3.1- For safe operation
1. Never operate a chainsaw when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or under the
influence of medication that may make you drowsy, or if you are under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
2. Wear personnel protective equipment: gloves, safety footwear, snug
fitting clothing, goggles or face protection, hearing and head protection
devices.
Use vibration-proof gloves.
3. Keep the saw chain, including the anti-vibration system, well maintained.
Keep the saw chain tight and well sharpened.
A dull chain will increase cutting time, and pressing a dull chain through
wood will increase the vibrations transmitted to your hands.
A saw with loose components or with damaged or worn anti-vibration
buffers will also tend to have higher vibration levels.
4. Continual and regular users should monitor closely the condition of their
hands and fingers.
If any symptoms appear (e.g. carpal tunnel syndrome…), seek medical
advice immediately.
5. Always use caution when handling fuel.
Wipe up all spills and then move the chain saw at least 3m from the fueling
point before starting the engine.
6. Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (i.e. smoking, open flames, or
work / tools that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured,
or stored.
7. Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the chain saw.
8. Do not allow other persons to be near the chain saw when starting or
cutting.
Keep bystanders (esp. children) and animals out of the work area.
Children, pets and bystanders should be a minimum of 10m away when you
start or operate the chain saw.
Keep children away. The use of this product by children is forbidden.
Keep the product away from children or from their environment.
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