Safety Information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining
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WARNING!
Only operate the chainsaw if you are wearing the correct Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) as described in the following warnings.
WARNING!
Always wear a suitable helmet and footwear if you are operating the chainsaw where
there is a risk of falling objects i.e. under a tree canopy.
WARNING!
Never wear loose fitting clothing while operating the chainsaw.
WARNING!
Never operate the chainsaw for extended periods of time. You may become tired or
lose concentration. This may create unnecessary risks to yourself and others. Take periodic breaks
whenever possible.
WARNING!
Read and follow the operating instructions and safety information before using for the first
time. Keep this operating and maintenance manual in a safe place for reference at a later date.
WARNING!
Always ensure anyone intending to operate this chainsaw is fully conversant with the
contents of this manual prior to maintaining or operating the chainsaw.
WARNING!
Only perform operations described in this manual. Failure to observe this warning may
lead to serious injury, death, or damage to the chainsaw.
WARNING!
This chainsaw must only be used for light domestic applications such as sawing wood
in your own garden. It is not a commercial, trade or industrial product and must not be used for
extended periods of time. Extended use may lead to circulatory problems. Always seek guidance
and appropriate training before attempting to fell trees or perform sawing operations on large trees
or tree stumps.
WARNING!
This chainsaw is only designed to saw wood. Under no circumstances should you
attempt to saw plastic, masonry or metallic materials.
WARNING!
Always take the time to fully inspect the chainsaw for signs of damage each and every
time it is used. If any signs of damage are observed, do not use the chainsaw until it has been fully
inspected by a suitably qualified service technician.
CAUTION!
The saw chain will stretch after as few as five cuts following the initial tensioning. Refer to
the operation and maintenance manual for instructions on re-adjusting the saw chain tension.
CAUTION!
Only operating and maintenance procedures specifically detailed in this manual or the
maintenance manual should be carried out. All other procedures must be carried out by a suitable
qualified service technician.
IMPORTANT!
Before assembling the chainsaw, check all the parts indicated in the Assembly
Manual are in the box. Inspect all the parts for signs of damage. Do not assemble the chainsaw
if you observe any damaged components.
NOTE!
This chainsaw complies with the Noise Emission Directive 2000/14/EC.
General Safety
Personal Safety
