F.F. Group ELC 40/2400 PLUS, Original Instructions Manual

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chain when the motor is operating. Before you
start the chain saw, make sure the saw chain is
not contacting anything. A moment of inattention
while operating chain saws may cause entangle-
ment of your clothing or body with the saw chain.
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Always hold the chain saw with your right hand
on the rear handle and your left hand on the
front handle. Holding the chain saw with a reversed
hand configuration increases the risk of personal in-
jury and should never be done.
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Hold the power tool by insulated gripping sur-
faces only, because the saw chain may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. Saw chains contact-
ing a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool “live” and could give the operator an
electric shock.
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Wear safety glasses and hearing protection.
Further protective equipment for head, hands,
legs and feet is recommended. Adequate protec-
tive clothing will reduce personal injury by flying de-
bris or accidental contact with the saw chain.
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Do not operate a chain saw on a tree. Operation
of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in per-
sonal injury.
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Always keep proper footing and operate the
chain saw only when standing on fixed, secure
and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces
such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or con-
trol of the chain saw.
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When cutting a limb that is under tension be
alert for spring back. When the tension in the
wood fibers is released the spring loaded limb
may strike the operator and/or throw the chain
saw out of control.
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Use extreme caution when cutting brush and
saplings. The slender material may catch the saw
chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off
balance.
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Carry the chain saw by the front handle with
the chain saw switched off and away from your
body. When transporting or storing the chain
saw, always fit the guide bar cover. Proper han-
dling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood
of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
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Follow instructions for lubricating, chain ten-
sioning and changing accessories. Improperly
tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or
increase the chance for kickback.
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Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing
loss of control.
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Cut wood only. Don’t use chain saw for purpos-
es not intended. For example: do not use chain
saw for cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood
building materials. Use of the chain saw for op-
erations different than intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
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Causes and operator prevention of kickback:
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Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the
chain bar touches an object, or when the wood
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
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Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden
reverse reaction, kicking the chain bar up and
back towards the operator.
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Pinching the saw chain along the top of the
chain bar may push the chain bar rapidly back
towards the operator.
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Either of these reactions may cause you to lose
control of the saw which could result in serious
personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the
safety devices built into your saw. As a chain saw
user, you should take several steps to keep your
cutting jobs free from accident or injury. Kick-
back is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be
avoided by taking proper precautions as given
below:
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Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers
encircling the chain saw handles, with both
hands on the saw and position your body and
arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator,
if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of
the chain saw.
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Do not overreach and do not cut above shoul-
der height. This helps prevent unintended tip
contact and enables better control of the chain
saw in unexpected situations.
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Only use replacement bars and chains spec-
ified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replace-
ment bars and chains may cause chain breakage
and/or kickback.
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Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to
increased kickback.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
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It is recommended that the first time user should have
practical instruction in the use of the chainsaw and the
protective equipment from an experienced operator.
The initial practice should be cutting logs on a saw horse
or cradle.
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This tool is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental ca-
pabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction con-
cerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
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Children and juveniles, with the exception of ap-
prentices older than 16 years and under supervi-
sion, may not operate the chain saw. The same ap-
plies for persons who do not or do not sufficiently
know how to handle the chain saw. The operating
instructions should always be ready to hand. Persons
unfit or tired must not operate the chain saw.
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When working with the machine, always hold it
firmly with both hands and provide for a secure
stance. The power tool is guided more secure with
both hands.
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Always ensure all handles and guards are fitted
when using the machine. Never attempt to use an
incomplete machine or one fitted with an unautho-
rized modification.
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Always wait until the machine has come to a com-
plete stop before placing it down. The tool insert can
jam and lead to loss of control over the power tool.