Mitox CS260TX, Operator'S Manual

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CS260TX PREMIUM Chainsaw
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Original Instructions Version November 16
CS260TX_141116
Work Clothing & Safety Equipment
When using this product, you should wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment.
• Helmet
• Safety goggles / face protector
• Ear protection
• Thick work gloves
• Non-slip, steel toe capped work boots
• Strong, durable work clothing; shirts should be long sleeved and trousers should be chainsaw
trousers with all round protection.
Safety and Operation
Improper handling can cause accidents which may in turn lead to serious injury or
death. Always adhere to the following instructions when using this product:
• Never hold this product with the cutting head pointing towards someone else.
• Never allow the blade/blades to come into contact with your body.
• Always turn off the engine before making adjustments or when coming close to the cutting head.
Before Starting Work
Carefully check the work area and remove any obstacles. A perimeter of 15 metres of the work
area should be considered a hazardous area, into which no-one should enter while this product
is being used. When necessary this area should be marked with a warning rope, warning signs or
other forms of warning.
If work is to be carried out by two or more operators, care should be taken to constantly check
the location of other operators within the work area, to maintain a safe distance between each
operator.