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11. Operate the pole saw only in daylight or good artificial lighting.
12. The use of power equipment can be regulated. Remember to comply with legal regulations which may
differ from one location to another.
13. Do not use the machine if you are tired or ill. Also avoid use if you have consumed alcohol or taken drugs.
A moment of inattention can result in serious injury.
14. Wear close-fitting clothing of good quality to help protect yourself from cuts. Always wear long trousers,
sturdy non-slip shoes, and protective equipment such as gloves, goggles, a helmet with a visor and acoustic
shield.
15. Make sure the trigger switch is turned off before carrying or transporting
16. Do not allow anyone to remain in the working area of the pole saw during use. Keep people, children and
animals away from the work area. If it is group work, keep sufficient distance between people.
17. Make sure that the handles are clean and dry. When the machine is running, always firmly grip the tube
with your left hand and the rear handle with your right hand.
18. Always work in a stable position, on balanced and firm ground. Do not work on slippery or unstable
ground. Choose a safe place for branches to fall.
19. Hold the saw firmly with both hands. Put yourself in a position that allows you to withstand the forces of
kickback. Never let go of the pole saw
20. Do not saw with the tip of the saw guide bar.
21. During cutting, some tension on wood may be released suddenly and cause sudden or hazardous
releases.
22. Never operate a damaged machine repaired poorly, poorly fitted or changed arbitrarily
23. Do not overload the machine. Always use the proper equipment for the job.
WARNING: To reduce the time of exposure to vibration and noise, it is preferable to use the machine
with frequent breaks and limiting the duration of continuous work.
WARNING: The vibration level during actual use of the chainsaw may differ from the declared
depending on wh
at material is being̀ cut with different factors such as stem diameter
density and
fiber composition to name a few.
8.3 AFTER USE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Only carry the pole saw when it is switched off and completely stopped. Hold the machine by the front
handle, the guide bar turned back and the protective scabbard (chain cover) in place.
2. Always follow the instructions provided for maintenance. After each use, check the operation of safety
devices, setting, tension and condition of parts. Maintain unit correctly. Replace worn or damaged parts.
3. The pole saw should be serviced by an authorised Cobra Service Agent. For safety reasons, use only
original spare parts approved by Cobra Garden.
4. Keep the pole saw clean and always store in a dry place with the protective scabbard in place. Store
power tools in a place out of reach of children.
5. Keep this manual safe and consult it whenever you use the machine.
