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of the chainsaw.
• Be particularly careful when cutting undergrowth
and young trees.
Thin material can get caught in the
saw-chain and be ejected in your direction or make
you lose your balance.
• Carry the chainsaw by the front handle with the
saw-chain not moving and the guide bar pointing
backwards. During transport and storage of the
chainsaw always attach the safety cover.
Careful
handling of the chainsaw reduces the likelihood of ac-
cidentally touching the running saw-chain.
• Follow the instructions for lubrication, chain ten-
sion and replacement of accessories.
An improp-
erly tensioned or lubricated chain can either break or
increase the kickback risk.
• Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
Greasy, oily handles are slippery and cause
loss of control.
Causes and prevention of kickback:
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Kickback can occur when the tip of the guide bar
touches an object or when the timber bends and the
saw-chain becomes caught in the cut.
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Contact with the guide bar tip can, in some cases, lead
to an unexpected backwards reaction in which the
guide bar is thrown up and in the direction of the op-
erator.
−
If the saw-chain becomes caught at the top of the
guide bar, the guide bar can quickly kick back towards
the operator.
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Each of these reactions can cause you to lose control
over the saw and potentially to get severely injured. Do
not exclusively trust the safety devices built into the
chainsaw. As the user of a chainsaw, you should take
different measures to work accident and injury free.
Kickback is the consequence of incorrect or erratic use
of the machine. It can be prevented by appropriate safe-
ty measures such as described below:
• Hold the saw with both hands, ensuring thumbs
and fingers clasp the handles of the chainsaw. Po
-
sition your body and arms in such a way that you
can withstand kickback forces.
If appropriate meas-
ures are taken, the operator can control kickback forc-
es. Never let go of the chainsaw.
• Avoid an abnormal body posture and do not saw
above shoulder height.
This prevents accidental con-
tact with the tip of the guide bar and it enables better
control of the chainsaw in unexpected situations.
• Always use replacement guide bars and saw-
chains specified by the manufacturer.
Incorrect
replacement guide bars and saw-chains can cause
breaking of the chain and/or kickback. (see chapter 15)
• Follow the manufacturer‘s instructions concern-
ing sharpening and maintenance of the saw-chain.
Over-reduction of depth limiters increases kickback
tendency.
5.6 Safety notices for maintenance / storage
Have your machine repaired by qualified specialists and
only with original spare parts. This ensures the safety of
the machine.
1. Before use, always visually check the tool for wear
and tear or damage. Replace worn or damaged com-
ponents and bolts. Tighten all nuts, bolts and ma-
chine screws to ensure that the equipment is in a
safe operating condition.
2. Regularly check the fuel system for leakage or signs
of abrasion, for example from porous fuel lines, loose
or missing clamps and damage to the tank or the
tank lid. All faults must be resolved before use. (see
chapter 13)
3. Before checking or adjusting the machine or the mo-
tor, remove the spark plug or the ignition cable, re-
spectively, to prevent accidental start-up.
Storage
1.
Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank in
-
side buildings where the fumes can come into con-
tact with open fire or sparks.
2. Before storing the chainsaw in a closed room, allow
the motor to cool down.
3.
In order to reduce the risk of fire, keep the motor
sound absorbers and fuel storage area free from or-
ganic material and excessive lubricant.
Long-term storage/packing away for winter
1. If you are storing the machine long-term or for winter,
remove all the fuel. Fuels are chemical compounds
that change their properties when stored long-term.
Removing the fuel must take place outdoors.
Do not store and use the chain saw at temperatures be-
low 0 ° C!
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WARNING
Improper maintenance or non-compliance or not resolv-
ing a problem can become a hazard during operation.
Only ever work with machines that have been serviced
regularly and properly. This is the only way you can en-
sure that you can run your machine safely, economically
and without problems.
Do not clean, service, adjust or repair the tool when it is
running. Moving parts can cause severe injuries.
Do not use petrol or other flammable solvents to clean
the machine components.
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WARNING
Fumes from fuel and solvents can cause explosions.
After repairs and maintenance work, re-attach the safety
