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4.8.3
Pushback
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The saw is pushed back toward the operator
when the top of the bar is used for cutting.
WARNING
■ If the rotating chain makes contact with a hard
object and is suddenly pinched, the saw can
be abruptly pushed back toward the operator.
The operator can lose control of the saw and
be seriously or fatally injured.
► Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
► Operate the saw as described in this
instruction manual.
► Keep the guide bar straight in the cut.
► Always cut with the chain running at full
speed.
4.9
Transporting
4.9.1
Chainsaw
WARNING
■ The saw may turn over or shift during trans‐
port. This may result in personal injuries and
damage to property.
► Remove the battery.
► Engage the chain brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely cov‐
ers the guide bar.
► Secure the chainsaw with lashing straps or
a net to prevent it turning over and moving.
4.9.2
Battery
WARNING
■ The battery is not protected against all ambi‐
ent conditions. The battery may be damaged if
it is exposed to certain ambient conditions and
damage to property may occur.
► Never transport a damaged battery.
► Store the battery in non-conductive packag‐
ing.
■ The battery may turn over or shift during trans‐
port. This may result in personal injuries and
damage to property.
► Pack the battery in packaging in such a way
that it cannot move.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot
move.
4.10
Storing
4.10.1
Chainsaw
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of a chainsaw and can be seri‐
ously injured.
► Remove the battery.
► Engage the chain brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely cov‐
ers the guide bar.
► Store the saw out of the reach of children.
■ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts
on the saw and metal components. This can
damage the saw.
► Remove the battery.
► Store the saw in a clean and dry condition.
4.10.2
Battery
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of the battery and can be seri‐
ously injured.
► Store the battery out of the reach of chil‐
dren.
■ The battery is not protected against all ambi‐
ent conditions. The battery may be damaged if
it is exposed to certain ambient conditions.
► Store the battery in a clean and dry condi‐
tion.
► Store the battery in an enclosed location.
► Store the battery separately from the chain
saw and charger.
► Store the battery in non-conductive packag‐
ing.
► Store the battery at temperatures
between -10°C and +50°C.
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