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Warning notices for chainsaws
• When the saw is running, keep all body parts away from the saw-
chain. Before starting the saw, ensure that nothing touches the saw-
chain. When working with a chainsaw, a moment of carelessness can
cause clothing or body parts to be caught by the saw-chain.
• Do not work with this chainsaw on a tree unless you are especial-
ly trained for this. In the event of improper use of a chainsaw on a tree,
there is a risk of injury.
• When cutting a branch under tension, expect it to spring back. When
the tension is released, the branch can hit the operator and/or take away
control of the chainsaw.
• Be particularly careful when cutting undergrowth and young trees.
Thin material can get caught in the saw-chain and be ejected in your di-
rection or make you lose your balance.
• Carry the chainsaw by the front handle with the saw-chain not mov-
ing and the guide bar pointing backwards. During transport and
storage of the chainsaw always attach the safety cover. Careful han-
dling of the chainsaw reduces the likelihood of accidentally touching the
running saw-chain.
• Follow the instructions for lubrication, chain tension and replace-
ment of accessories. An improperly tensioned or lubricated chain can
either break or increase the kickback risk.
• Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily han-
dles are slippery and cause loss of control.
Causes and prevention of kickback:
− Kickback can occur when the tip of the guide bar touches an object or when
the timber bends and the saw-chain becomes caught in the cut.
− Contact with the guide bar tip can, in some cases, lead to an unexpected
backwards reaction in which the guide bar is thrown up and in the direc-
tion of the operator.
− If the saw-chain becomes caught at the top of the guide bar, the guide bar
can quickly kick back towards the operator.
− Each of these reactions can cause you to lose control over the saw and po-
tentially to get severely injured. Do not exclusively trust the safety devices
built into the chainsaw. As the user of a chainsaw, you should take different
measures to work accident and injury free.
Safety regulations
