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Fuelling
Clean the area around the fuel cap. Clean the fuel and chain
oil tanks regularly. The fuel filter must be replaced at least
once a year. Contamination in the tanks causes malfunction.
Make sure the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container
before refuelling. The capacities of the chain oil tank and
fuel tank are carefully matched. You should therefore always
fill the chain oil tank and fuel tank at the same time.
Fuel safety
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Never refuel the chainsaw while the engine is running.
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Move the chainsaw at least 3m from the refuelling point
before starting it.
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Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuelling
or mixing fuel (fuel and 2-stroke oil).
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Never start the chainsaw:
1. If you have spilt fuel or chain oil on the chainsaw. Wipe
off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate.
2. If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes. Change
your clothes and wash any part of your body that has
come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
3. If the chainsaw is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks
from the fuel cap and fuel lines
Transport and storage
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Always store the chainsaw and fuel so that there is
no risk of leakages or fumes coming into contact with
sparks or naked flames from electrical equipment,
electric motors, relays/switches, boilers and the like.
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Always store fuel in an approved container designed for
that purpose.
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For longer periods of storage or for transport of the
chainsaw, the fuel and chain oil tanks should be emptied.
Ask where you can dispose of waste fuel and chain oil at
your local gas station.
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Ensure the chainsaw is cleaned and that a complete
service is carried out before long-term storage.
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The bar guard must always be fitted to the cutting
attachment when the chainsaw is being transported or
in storage, in order to prevent accidental contact with
the sharp chain. Even a non-moving chain can cause
serious cuts to yourself or persons you bump into with
an exposed chain.
Long-term storage
Empty the fuel/oil tanks in a well-ventilated area. Store the
fuel in approved containers in a safe place. Fit the bar guard.
Clean the chainsaw. See instructions under Maintenance
schedule.
FUEL HANDLING
WARNING!
Taking the following
precautions will lessen the risk of fire:
Do not smoke and do not place any hot
objects in the vicinity of fuel.
Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes
before refuelling.
When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly so that any
excess pressure is released gently.
Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refuelling.
Always move the chainsaw away from the refuelling
area before starting.
WARNING! Fuel and fuel vapour are highly
flammable. Take care when handling fuel
and chain oil. Be aware of the risks of
fire, explosion and those associated with
inhalation.
WARNING! Never use a chainsaw with
visible damage to the spark plug guard
and ignition cable. A risk of sparking arises,
which can cause a fire.
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