O-Mac MF 2500, Manual

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III. Getting to know the
machine
3.1 Description of the machine and planned
use
This machine is a forestry tool and precisely a
chainsaw designed for forestry work.
The machine is essentially composed of a
2-stroke internal combustion engine, fuelled
by an air-cooled oil-petrol mix, and a guide
bar that drives the power from the engine to
the toothed chain that acts as a fully fledged
saw. The movement is transmitted from the
engine to the chain by a centrifugal clutch
that prevents the chain from moving when the
engine is running at minimum speed.
The operator is able to operate the machine
with two hands, using the front and rear hand
grips, and use the main controls, always
remaining at a safe distance from the cutting
means.
3.1.1 Intended use
This machine was designed and manufactured
for:
– felling, bucking and delimbing trees with
dimensions suitable for the length of the
guide bar or wooden objects with the same
characteristics;
– use by one operator.
3.1.2 Improper use
Any other usage not in keeping with the
above-mentioned ones may be hazardous
and harm persons and/or damage things.
Examples of improper use may include, but
are not limited to:
– trimming hedges;
– carving operations;
– sectioning pallets, crates and various
packing materials;
– sectioning furniture or other materials with
nails, screws or other metal components;
– butchering meat;
– using the machine to cut materials other
than wood (plastic materials, building
materials);
– using the machine to lift, move or split
objects;
– using the machine while fastened to fixed
supports;
– using cutting means other than those found
in the “Technical Data” table. Serious injury
and wound hazard.
– use of the machine by more than one
person.
IMPORTANT Improper use of the machine
will invalidate the warranty, relieve the
Manufacturer from all liability, and the user
will consequently be liable for all and any
damage or injury to himself or others.
3.1.3 User types
This machine is intended for use by
consumers, i.e. non-professional operators.
The machine is intended for “DIY” use only.
3.2 Safety signs
The machine has various symbols on it
(Fig. 2). They are used to remind the operator
of the behaviour to follow to use it with the
necessary attention and caution.