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7. UNPACKING AND CHECKING
9. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
7.1 PACKAGING
Carefully remove the chainsaw from the packaging and examine it for any sign of damage that
may have happened during shipping. Lay the contents out and check them against the parts
shown below. If any part is damaged or missing; please contact the Draper Helpline (the
telephone number appears on the Title page) and do not attempt to use the machine.
The packaging material should be retained at least during the guarantee period: in case the
machine needs to be returned for repair.
Warning! Some of the packaging materials used may be harmful to children. Do not leave any of
these materials in the reach of children.
If any of the packaging is to be thrown away, make sure they are disposed of correctly; according
to local regulations.
7.2 WHAT´S IN THE BOX?
As well as the petrol chainsaw there are several attaching parts.
Combination box spanner.
Screwdriver.
Chainsaw file.
Hexagon key.
FIG. 20
FIG. 21
9.7 CHAIN BRAKE - FIG.20
Before starting any cutting, manually check the chain
brake lever functions correctly moving backward and
forward. Make these checks with the saw pre-heated
and at tick over.
– If the chain brake is not working correctly or fails to
operate at all, immediately switch off the engine.
Do not attempt to operate the chainsaw until this
has been resolved and the safety device is
operational again.
Have chain brake checked by an authorised service
agent regularly to ensure integrity of serviceable
parts. A worn brake mechanism is dangerous.
9.8 CUTTING
Once all the preliminary checks have been thoroughly carried out, to ascertain the correct
functionality of the chainsaw and its various components, preparation for cutting can commence.
See the general safety instruction section for details.
– Immediately after any cutting operation release the throttle to return the chainsaw to idle.
– Do not force the chain to cut. A sharp chain should be left to cut at its own pace.
9.9 FELLING - FIGS. 21 - 23
Refer to general safety instructions for preparation &
specific warnings.
– Always seek information from the local authority
prior to cutting down any tree as regulations, laws
and protection orders may affect or prohibit the work
involved.
– To fell a tree safely many factors need taking into
account and some preparation is also necessary.
A safe perimeter at least 2½ times the height of the
tree must be established warning of the activity
taking place and preventing bystanders from
entering.
– The direction of a falling tree can be influenced but
not guaranteed. Roads, footpaths and services like overhead power/phone cables all present
problems which need addressing.
– If unable to safely and satisfactorily resolve these issues, have a certified trained professional
carry out the tree felling.
– The direction can be changed from that intended by factors such as wind, sloping terrain, tree
growth (leaning, heavy limb structure one side and decay) etc. Failure to observe these factors
or account for them can result in severe injury or fatality.
– Plan an escape route and ensure all scrub, debris and undergrowth is cleared so an unimpeded
escape can quickly be made to safety if the felling direction unexpectedly changes.
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