FLORABEST HTA FKTSA 40-Li A1, Operation And Safety Notes

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5. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree.
Operation of a chain saw while up in a tree
may result in personal injury.
6.
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
control of the chain saw.
7.
When cutting a limb that is under
tension be alert for spring back.
When the tension in the wood fibres is
released the spring loaded limb may strike
the operator and/or throw the chain saw out
of control.
8.
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.
9.
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 handling of the chain saw will reduce
the likelihood of accidental contact with the
moving saw chain.
10.
Follow instructions for lubricating,
chain tensioning and changing
accessories.
Improperly tensioned or
lubricated chain may either break or increase
the chance for kickback.
11.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free
from oil and grease.
Greasy, oily
handles are slippery causing loss of control.
12.
Cut wood only. Do not use chain
saw for purposes not intended. For
example: do not use chain saw for
cutting plastic, masonry or non-
wood building materials.
Use of the
chain saw for operations different than
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Causes and operator prevention of
kickback
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the
guide bar touches an object, or when the wood
closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden
reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and
back towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide
bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards
the operator.
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.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and
can be avoided by taking proper precautions as
given below:
1.
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.
2. Do not overreach and do not cut
above shoulder height. This helps
prevent unintended tip contact and enables
better control of the chain saw in unexpected
situations.
3. Only use replacement bars and
chains specified by the manufacturer.
Incorrect replacement bars and chains may
cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
4. Follow the manufacturer’s
sharpening and maintenance
instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead
to increased kickback.
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Vibration and noise reduction
To reduce the impact of noise and vibration
emission, limit the time of operation, use low-
vibration and low-noise operating modes as well
as wear personal protective equipment.
Take the following points into account to minimise
the vibration and noise exposure risks:
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Only use the product as intended by its
design and these instructions.
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Ensure that the product is in good condition
and well maintained.
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Use correct attachments for the product and
ensure they are in good condition.
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Keep tight grip on the handles/grip surface.
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