Never cut with the tip of the chain saw as this may
result in kickback and cause personal injury
Safety advice and warnings
Read these instructions carefully before switching
on the appliance and keep them for future refer-
ence. Failure to follow and observe these instruc-
tions could lead to an accident.
Working environment:
• Keep the working area clean and well lit. Clut
-
tered and dark areas invite accidents.
• Keep children and bystanders away when using
this appliance.
• Do not use the appliance in the vicinity of explo
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sive atmospheres such as inflammable liquids,
gases and dust. Appliances such as this can cre-
ate sparks that may ignite these types of vapour
or dust.
• Do not place inflammable material near the ap
-
pliance.
• CAUTION: In order to prevent overheating do not
cover the appliance.
• Ensure that neither the air access nor exit be
-
come either totally or partially covered by drapery,
clothing, etc., as this increases the risk of fire.
Electrical safety:
• Do not use the appliance if the cable or plug is
damaged.
• Ensure that the voltage indicated on the rating
label matches the mains voltage before plugging in
the appliance.
• These tools are double insulated in accordance
with EN60745. Therefore no earth wire is required.
• Avoid bodily contact with grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, electric cookers and refrigera-
tors. There is an added risk of electrical shock if
your body is in contact with the electric ground.
• The appliance’s plug must fit into the mains
socket properly. Do not alter the plug. Do not use
plug adaptors.
• Do not leave the appliance out in the rain or ex
-
posed to moisture. If water gets into the appliance,
this will increase the risk of electric shock.
• If any of the appliance casings breaks, immedi
-
ately disconnect the appliance from the mains to
prevent the possibility of an electric shock.
• Do not use the appliance if it has fallen on the
floor, if there are visible signs of damage or if it has
a leak.
• CAUTION: Maintain the appliance dry.
• Do not use the appliance with damp hands or
feet, or when barefooted.
• Do not force the power cord. Never use the
power cord to lift up, carry or unplug the appliance.
• Do not allow the power cord to come into contact
with the appliance’s hot surfaces.
• Do not allow the power cord to hang or to come
into contact with the hot surfaces of the appliance.
• Check the state of the power cord. Damaged or
tangled cables increase the risk of electric shock.
• If using the appliance outdoors, use a suitable
cord extension.
• Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
WARNING: When using power tools or garden
power tools basic safety precautions including the
following safety instructions should always be fol-
lowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Read all these instructions before
operating this product and retain these instructions
for future reference.
• Do not operate this product in an explosive
atmosphere, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operat
-
ing the power tools or garden power tools.
• Distractions can cause you to lose control thus
resulting in accidents.
• Power tools or garden power tools plug must
match the power outlet. Never modify the plug
in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs
and matching power outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as tubes, radiators and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools or garden power tools
to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool or garden power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
• Do not modify or change the cord. Never use the
cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool.
• Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp
edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating this power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
• Use of an extension cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
• Stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use
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