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GB | Operating Instructions
Attention ! Read these notes before you
start working with the saw and keep them.
Read the instructions carefully. Familiarise with the
control elements so that you are able to safely operate
the device.
Always keep these Operating Instructions
together with the chain saw.
Attention ! Risk of hearing defects.
Under normal operating conditions, this
device can expose the operator to a noise
level of 85 dB(A) or more.
Attention: Noise protection ! Please observe the lo-
cal regulations when operating your device.
1. INTRODUCTION
Your CHAINSAW has been made in compliance with
current consumer protection and safety regulations.This
manual contains and illustrates the safety instructions for
the assembly, use and maintenance operations required
to keep your CHAINSAW working at full efficiency.
FOR EASY READING
The illustrations related to assembly and description
of the machine are to be found at the beginning of this
booklet. Consult those pages while reading the instruc-
tions for assembly and use. In the event your CHAIN-
SAW requires servicing or repair, please consult our
sales agent or an authorized servicing centre.
2. FUNDAMENTAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
THE PICTOGRAMS ON THE MACHINE ARE EX-
PLAINED IN THIS MANUAL
WARNING:
A1
- Failure to comply with the rules and
warnings in use of the chainsaw may cause
serious harm to people, with the risk of loss
of life.
A2
- Any person who uses or sets in motion
the CHAINSAW must first read the instruction
and maintenance manual carefully and com-
pletely familiarise him/herself with the controls
for proper use of the equipment.
A2.1
- Keep this manual carefully for future
consultation.
A3
- Do not allow children, or any person not
fully familiar with these instructions, to use the
CHAINSAW.
DANGER:
A4
-
Do not start and do not use the equip-
ment close to people (especially children) or
animals.
During operation, it is recommended that a
minimum distance of 10 metres from other
people be maintained.
A5
- Maximum attention is urged towards
any possible dangers, warning signs of which
may not be heard because of the noise of the
equipment.
A6
- Eliminate any hazards from the work
zone and check that there are no hazards
such as trees in dangerous positions, roads,
railways or electric cables.
A7
- The operator is responsable in the event
of accidents or risks to other persons or their
property.
A8
- Use the CHAINSAW only for cutting
wood. Do
NOT
use the equipment for any
other purpose.
A9
- Always wear appropriate protective
clothing and safety apparel appropriate for
use of the CHAINSAW.
During use, wear close-fitting clothing, not
loose garments. Do not wear or have about
you anything that might get caught in the
moving parts.
A10
- Wear homologated goggles or face
mask.
A10.1
- Wear approved ear plugs for protec-
tion from the noise.
A10.2
- Wear the approved safety helmet. if
there is any risk from falling objects.
A11
- Wear approved safety footwear with
anti-slip soles.
A12
- Wear approved safety gloves.
A13
- Any person using the CHAINSAW must
be in good mental and physical health. DO
NOT USE the equipment if tired, ill or under
the influence of medicines that reduce the
speed of reactions, or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
A14 - WARNING!
The exhaust gas is poison-
ous and asphyxiating. If inhaled it may even
be lethal. Do not operate the engine in closed
or poorly ventilated places.
A15
- Prolonged use of the equipment may
cause disturbances to blood circulation in the
hands (white finger disease) attributable to
the vibrations.
Factors that influence the appearance of this
condition include the following:
- Personal predisposition of the operator to
reduced blood flow in the hands.
- Use of the equipment in cold conditions
(warm gloves are therefore recommended).
- Long periods of uninterrupted use (use at
intervals is recommended).
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