Meec tools 006305, Operating Instructions Manual

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• Always check before use that the
chainsaw is undamaged. If the chainsaw
is dropped or knocks into something,
switch off and wait until all moving parts
have completely stopped to check if it is
damaged.
• Do not run the saw at high revs if the
chain has fastened in the cut, this can
damage the clutch. Do not attempt to
pull the chain loose if it has fastened in
the cut. Open the cut with a wedge or
lever to release the chain.
FIG. 15
Watch out for kickback
The chainsaw has a kickback guard that applies
the chain brake and stops the chain in the
event of kickback.
• Always check before use that the kickback
guard is working, by running the saw at
full throttle for a few seconds and then
pushing the kickback guard forwards.
• The chain should stop immediately, even
when the saw is running at full throttle.
If the chain does not stop immediately,
or does not stop at all, the brake band
and clutch drum must be replaced.
• Never use the chainsaw if the kickback
guard and chain brake are not working
properly. Always check that the kickback
guard is working properly before using the
chainsaw.
• Make sure that the chain is sharp,
to reduce the risk of kickback.
• Never remove or bypass any of the safety
devices on the chainsaw – risk of death
and/or serious personal injury as a result
of kickback. Inadequate maintenance and
incorrect assembly of the bar or chain
increases the risk of kickback.
FIG. 16
Felling trees
1. Study the direction of the wind, the
angle of the tree, the centre of gravity
of the crown and other factors. Take into
consideration the clearing work after the
felling.
2. Clear the work area and plan and clear a
retreat before the felling starts.
3. Make a notch cut through about 1/3 of
the diameter of the trunk, on the side in
which the tree is to fall.
4. Saw the main cut from the other side of
the tree, just above the bottom of the
notch cut.
a. Main cut
b. Notch cut
3. Direction of felling
FIG. 17
WARNING!
Warn everyone in the area before starting
the felling.
CUTTING AND LIMBING
• Check the flexural strain in the log or
branch before sawing.
• Always do the last cut from the
uncompressed side to avoid getting the
bar pinched.
WARNING!
1. Always maintain a firm footing and
good balance, and check that the felled
tree is stable.
2. Watch out for sawn off parts of logs that
can roll.
3. Read all the safety instructions
concerning kickback before use.