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COMMISSIONING
Mains connection
WARNING:
Before plugging in, check to see that the rated
mains voltage and mains frequency, as stated on
the rating label, match your power supply.
WARNING:
Prior to starting work, check the mains
connection cable and extension cable for
damage. Only use mains connection cables and
extension cables in perfect condition.
WARNING:
The electrical system to which the chainsaw
is connected should be equipped with a
differential current safety switch (with a
max. of 30mA release current)
The chainsaw power cord is intentionally short to prevent it
from coming into contact with the running chain.
This product is designed with a cord retainer that prevents
the extension cord from being pulled loose while using.
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Form a loop with the end of the extension cord.
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Insert loop portion of extension cord through opening
in the bottom of the rear handle and place over cord
retainer.
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Slowly pull loop against cord retainer until the slack is
removed.
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Plug product into extension cord.
BEFORE OPERATION
In order to prevent kickback, please follow these
safety instructions:
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Never cut with the tip of the chain bar. Always keep a
close eye on the tip of the chain bar.
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Be careful when continuing cuts you are already
working on.
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Always start cuts with the chainsaw already running.
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Make sure the chain is always properly sharpened.
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Never cut through more than one branch at a time.
When lopping off branches, be careful not to touch
any other branches.
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When cross-cutting, pay attention to trunks standing
very close to each other. If possible use a sawing
trestle.
Transporting the chainsaw
Before transporting the chainsaw, always remove the plug
from the power socket and slide the chain cover over the
bar and chain. If several cuts are to be performed with the
chainsaw, the saw must be switched off between cuts.
Chain guard (Fig. 2)
The chain cover must be clipped onto the chain and bar
as soon as the sawing work has been completed and
whenever the machine has to be transported.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Wear eye, ear and body clothing protection
while using your saw. Ensure the oil tank is
full before use.
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Releasing the chain brake:
To be able to use the chain saw again, the chain
must be unlocked. Pull the chain brake back
towards the back of the chain saw until it locks into
place. The chain will now move when it is switched
on.
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Holding the chain saw (Fig. 8)
Always grip both handles with the thumbs and
fingers encircling the handles. Ensure that your
left hand is holding the handle so that thumb is
underneath.
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Using the chain saw:
Always be sure of your footing and hold the
chainsaw firmly with both hands while the motor is
running.
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Felling a tree (Fig. 9)
When bucking and felling operations are being
performed by two or more persons at the same time,
the felling operation should be separated from the
bucking operation by a distance of at least twice
the height of the tree being felled. Trees should
not be felled in a manner that would endanger any
person, strike any utility line or cause any property
damage. If the tree does make contact with any
utility line, the utility company should be notified
immediately.
The chainsaw operator should keep on the uphill
side of the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide
downhill after it is felled.
An escape path should be planned and cleared as
necessary before cuts are started. The escape path
should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the
expected line of fall as illustrated in Fig. 9.
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Before felling is started, consider the natural lean of
the tree, the location of larger branches and the wind
direction to judge which may the tree will fall.
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