Garland FOREST 716, Instruction Manual, Page: 38 / 148

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When using the chainsaw, do not allow the tip of the
bar to touch any other tree trunk or obstacle that may
be found near the area where the cutting is being
carried out.
Cutting with the engine at high revolutions.
Keep the chain sharpened by following the instructions
contained in this manual.
Never touch parts which reach high
temperatures during the starting up or
the operating of the engine such as, for
example, the exhaust silencer, the high voltage cable
or the spark plug.
Always carry out adjustments with the machine on a
flat and clear surface.
Do not use any accessory with the machine, apart
from those recommended by our company, as this
could result in serious injury to both the operator
of the machine and the people near. It could also
damage the machine.
It is necessary to take care not to drop the machine or
allow it to bang against any obstacle.
7.1. FIXING THE MACHINE AND GUIDANCE
While working always hold the saw firmly with both
hands on the handles. Hold the front handle with
left hand and right hand rear as a right-handed or
left-handed.
ATTENTION!
To reduce the risk of loss of control and damage
(including death) to the user or people nearby,
never
use the saw with one hand.
7.2. CUTTING WITH THE CHAINSAW
In order to acquire experience, we recommend you
practice in a comfortable position with small logs
before embarking on important tasks.
Follow the safety regulations that are indicated in the
manual.
This tool must only be used for cutting wood Cutting
other types of material is forbidden.
This tool must not be used as a lever to lift, move or
split objects.
Do not force the tool while cutting. Apply only slight
pressure downwards while the tool is running at full
power.
The weight of the tool is enough to be able to make
the cut.
When the chain gets stuck in the cut, do not try to
pull the chainsaw out while it is still running. Stop the
chainsaw, by putting the ignition switch at the “O”
position and use a lever to free the tool.
7.3. FELLING A TREE
The felling of trees is a dangerous task due to the
danger of the tree or any of its branches falling onto
you and causing injury. Before embarking on any
felling operation, please follow these steps:
1. Decide in which direction the tree is going to
fall (A). Take into account the wind direction, the