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The safety instructions, safety guidance and
recommendations contained in this manual have been
provided for your safety. The supplier will not be held
liable for any injury to the operator, third parties or
damage to any property, as a result of any disregard of
the safety instructions, safety guidance and
recommendations contained in this manual.
Training
It is strongly recommended that before using the
chainsaw the operator should seek some form of basic
formal practical training in the safe use of chainsaws.
Your local health and safety authority will be able to
provide details of training courses and training
providers.
First time users of a chainsaw should practice cutting
logs on a sawhorse.
Only fully trained and competent persons should
operate chainsaws when working from ladders or from
within trees.
Chainsaws should not be operated by persons under
16 years of age.
warning! Always ensure that the chainsaw is
disconnected from the mains supply before carrying
out any maintenance, cleaning, cutting chain
sharpening, cutting chain replacement or any
adjustments.
wARNING!
Two handed operation required
This machine requires the use of two hands to ensure
safe operation and should not be used when working
from ladders and step ladders.
If this machine is to be used when working at height a
suitable, stable platform or scaffold tower with hand
rails and kick boards should be used.
When using power tools that can expose the operator
to high levels of vibration, It is possible that the
operator might develop ‘Vibration white finger disease’
(Raynaud syndrome). This condition can reduce the
sensitivity of the hand to temperature as well as
producing general numbness. Prolonged or regular
users of chainsaws should monitor the condition of
their hands and fingers closely. If any of the symptoms
become evident, seek immediate medical advice.
Never work alone with a chainsaw, always have a
colleague nearby to act as a safety look out and to be
nearby in case of an accident.
Do not overreach or try to operate the chainsaw in an
awkward position.
It is strongly advised that an adequate first aid kit is
kept nearby.
When carrying the chainsaw, hold it by the front handle
with the guide bar facing behind you with the chain
guard fitted.
Never carry the chainsaw while it is still switched on,
still connected to the mains supply or with your finger
on the trigger.
Never drag the chainsaw by the mains lead.
Before each use always check that the chain brake
operates correctly (the chain should stop immediately
when the chain brake is engaged).
Never use the chainsaw if the chain brake does not
operate correctly.
Do not use the chainsaw above shoulder height.
Always adopt a stable comfortable body position with
both feet firmly on the ground.
Make sure that the timber being cut is free from foreign
objects such as nails, staples or wire.
Never allow the cutting chain to come into contact with
the ground or other hard objects. The chain is traveling
at high speed and could kick up stones and debris
which could cause serious injury to the user and
bystanders.
Only use cutting chains that are recommended for the
machine.
Always use gloves when handling and fitting the cutting
chain.
Never attempt to modify the chainsaw in any way. This
is highly dangerous and can cause serious injury and
will invalidate the warranty.
The chainsaw is designed to cut timber only. Do not
attempt to cut any other material.
Keep the chainsaw handles clean and dry to avoid
slipping and to aid in controlling the saw.
Always fit the chain guard when the chainsaw is not in
use or when it is being carried.
Do not use the chainsaw in wet or damp conditions,
where the tree canopy could hold rain or leave the
chainsaw outside in rainy conditions.
Always ensure that the work area is clear of
obstructions and bystanders. The safe distance from
the tree being felled is two and a half times the height
of the tree being felled.
Do not exceed the maximum cutting capacity of the
chainsaw as detailed in the manual.
Before connecting to the mains supply
Examine the mains cable for any damage caused by
chafing or cuts from sharp objects. If the cable is
damaged replace the complete cable.
Examine the chain for signs of damage, sharpness,
missing teeth and for the correct tension. Examine the
guide bar, nose guard for any damage or excessive
wear.
Check the tightness of the guide bar securing nuts and
tighten if necessary.