9. OPERATION AND USE
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WARNING:
DO NOT START THE CHAINSAW UNTIL IT IS FULLY ASSEMBLED, CORRECTLY ADJUSTED AND
ALL FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS ARE FAMILIAR.
Note:
For first time users of this type of equipment, it is essential that introductory training is
undertaken from an experienced and authorised person. Initial cuts should be on logs
secured on a saw horse or cradle.
9.1 CHAIN BRAKE (FIG.6):
This chainsaw is equipped with a mechanical brake for
the saw chain. In the case of uncontrolled movements,
when the tip of the saw blade gets in contact with the
wood or a solid object, the drive of the saw chain is
immediately stopped by activation of the chain brake
, the motor will not be stopped. This brake
function is initiated by the back of your hand on the
front handle
pushing the brake. The proper
function of the saw chain brake shall be checked
before each use of the saw.
Caution:
No buttons should be pressed when the chain brake is
released (hand protection pulled back in the direction
of the handle and locked) .
Always ensure before starting the chainsaw that the
chain brake
is locked in the operating position. To
do this, pull back the chain brake towards the handle and release.
9.2 RUNDOWN BRAKE:
In accordance with the latest regulations, this chainsaw is equipped with a mechanical
rundown brake. This brake is connected to the chain brake and stops the running chain after
the chainsaw has been switched off. It is activated by releasing the ON/OFF switch. The
rundown brake avoids injuries through the coasting of the chain.
9.3 CHAIN CATCH BOLT (FIG.7):
This chainsaw is fitted with a chain catch bolt
.
If the chain breaks when the saw is in operation, the
chain bolt will catch the loose saw chain end and thus
prevent injury to the operators hand.
FIG.6
FIG.7
