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distance) in case of an accident.
p. When the chain is moving, do not let the tip of the
chain bar come into contact with any objects.
q. Start sawing only after the chain has reached full
speed.
r. Never try to target a previous cut. Always start a new
cut.
s. Watch out for moving branches or other forces which
could interfere with a cut and impact with the chain.
t. Never try to cut a branch with a larger diameter than
the cutting length of the equipment.
u. Keep the equipment at a minimum distance from
overhead power cables.
v. National regulations can restrict the use of the pole
saw.
Causes and operator prevention of kickback:
1. Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide
bar touches an object, or when the wood closes in and
pinches the saw chain in the cut.
2. If the tip of the guide bar makes contact with an object,
it may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide
bar up and back towards the operator.
3. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide
bar may push the guide bar rapidly back towards the
operator.
4. Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control
of the saw which could result in serious personal injury.
Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into
your saw. As a chain saw user, you should take several
PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS
g. Saw small round timber only on a sawing trestle in
order to secure it from rolling away.
h. Before you start felling branches: Make sure that there
is nobody within a range of at least 2-2.5 times the length
of the branch.
i. Take the weather conditions into account when felling
trees. Do not fell trees in strong or gusting wind. Do not
fell trees in frosty conditions or on frozen, icy ground. Do
not fell trees in rain or if visibility is poor.
j. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine.
k. Always hold the chainsaw with your right hand on
the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle.
Holding the chainsaw with your hands in the wrong
positions increases the risk of injury and must therefore
be avoided.
l. Wear safety goggles and ear protection. Other safety
equipment for the head, hands, legs and feet is
recommended. Correct safety equipment reduces the risk
of injury caused by catapulted foreign bodies or in the
event of accidental contact with the chainsaw.
m. Always maintain a steady standing position and only
work with the chainsaw if you are standing on a solid,
safe and flat surface. Slippery or unsafe surfaces such
as ladders can cause you to lose your balance or control
over the chainsaw.
n. Plan an escape route from falling trees or branches in
advance. Make sure that this escape route is free of
obstacles which could restrict or prevent free movement.
Keep in mind that freshly cut grass or bark is slippery.
o. Ensure that somebody is in the vicinity (but at a safe
