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CHAINSAW
WARNING
Read this manual carefully before using the
machine, for your own safety.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using the machine, always observe
the enclosed safety instructions as well as
the additional safety instructions.
The following symbols are used throughout
this manual:
Denotes risk of personal
injury or damage to the
tool.
You will find the following symbols on the
machine:
Wear face protection.
Do not use the machine in
precipitation or in humid
surroundings.
Keep your hands and feet
away from sharp parts.
Risk of flying objects.
Consult the manual.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR CHAINSAWS
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Chainsaws must not be used by children or
untrained persons.
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Check the machine before use. Should the
machine be damaged, it must not be used.
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If the machine is damaged, have the damage
repaired by an authorized repair agent.
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Before use make sure that you have a safe
way out for falling trees and branches.
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Wear well-fitting, protective clothing to protect
your body.
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Wear a helmet.
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Wear gloves.
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Wear safety shoes.
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During use make sure that you stand in a
firm position.
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Never use the machine for sawing worked
timber.
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Never use the machine for sawing young
wood and small bushes.
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Never use the machine for sawing metal.
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Never use the machine for sawing into the
ground.
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Do not use the machine in the presence of
children and/or animals.
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Only use the machine in daylight or with
good lighting.
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Only use the machine with the saw chain
pointing away from you. Never switch on
the machine in another position.
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During use always keep your hands and
feet away from the saw chain.
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Avoid touching the saw chain.
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Before putting the machine down, switch
off the machine and wait for the saw chain
to come to a complete standstill.
Never attempt to bring the saw chain to a
standstill yourself.
Beware that after switching
off the saw chain continues
to run for a short period.
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Only use accessories supplied by the
manufacturer.
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Switch the machine off when finishing the
activities, before servicing, or when the machine is
not used.
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After use, always store the machine safely,
outside the reach of children.
Kickback
Kickback is the upward and backward movement of
the bar when the chain unexpectedly touches an
object. Securely hold the machine with both hands
when the motor is running. Securely hold the
handles.
Keep your attention focused on the operation.
Kickback is usually caused by:
- unintentionally touching branches and
other objects with the running chain;
- touching hard materials (e.g. metal, mortar) close
to or in the wood;
- a blunt chain;
- a chain that is not at the correct tension;
- sawing above shoulder height;
- a lack of attention to the operation;
- an instable stance;
- sawing into a previous cut.
