MS 150 TC
English
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To reduce risk of fire, keep hot exhaust
gases and hot muffler away from easily
combustible materials (e.g. wood chips,
bark, dry grass, fuel). Mufflers with a
catalytic converter can become
particularly hot.
Never operate your saw without proper
chain lubrication – check oil level
regularly during operation. Stop work
immediately if the oil level is too low and
refill the oil tank – see also chapters on
"Filling Chain Oil Tank" and "Checking
Chain Lubrication".
If your saw is subjected to unusually
high loads for which it was not designed
(e.g. heavy impact or a fall), always
check that it is in good condition before
continuing work – see also "Before
Starting Work".
Check the fuel system in particular for
leaks and make sure the safety devices
are working properly. Do not continue
operating your saw if it is damaged. In
case of doubt, have the unit checked by
your servicing dealer.
Make sure the idle speed setting is
correct. The chain must not run when
the engine is idling with the throttle
trigger released. Check and correct the
idle speed setting regularly. It the chain
continues to rotate when the engine is
idling, have your dealer make proper
adjustments or repairs.
Ensure proper ventilation when working
in trenches, hollows or other confined
locations – risk of fatal injury from
breathing toxic fumes!
If you feel sick, have a headache, vision
problems (e. g., your field of vision gets
smaller), hearing problems, dizziness or
inability to concentrate, stop work
immediately. Such symptoms may be
caused by an excessively high
concentration of exhaust emissions –
risk of accident!
After finishing work
Switch off the motor, engage the chain
brake and attach the chain scabbard.
Storage
When the machine is not in use, it
should be stored in such a way that no-
one is endangered. Secure the machine
against unauthorised use.
Store the machine in a safe, dry room.
Vibrations
Prolonged use of the power tool may
result in vibration-induced circulation
problems in the hands (whitefinger
disease).
No general recommendation can be
given for the length of usage because it
depends on several factors.
The period of usage is prolonged by:
–
Hand protection (wearing warm
gloves)
–
Work breaks
The period of usage is shortened by:
–
Any personal tendency to suffer
from poor circulation (symptoms:
frequently cold fingers, tingling
sensations).
–
Low outside temperatures.
–
The force with which the handles
are held (a tight grip restricts
circulation).
Continual and regular users should
monitor closely the condition of their
hands and fingers. If any of the above
symptoms appear (e.g. tingling
sensation in fingers), seek medical
advice.
Maintenance and repairs
Always switch off the engine before any
repair, cleaning or maintenance work
and any work on the chain. Risk of injury
if the engine starts inadvertently!
Exception: adjustment of carburettor
and idle speed.
The chain saw produces
poisonous exhaust gases
as soon as the engine
starts. These gases may
be colourless and odour
-
less and may contain
unburnt hydrocarbons
and benzene. Never work
with the machine indoors
or in poorly ventilated
areas, even if your
machine is equipped with
a catalytic converter.
