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General Information & Safety Instructions
• When working on slopes, the saw operator must stand beside or above the
wood to cut, i.e. felled trees.
• Use the chainsaw holding it firmly with both hands.
• Make a wedge-shaped cut before felling the tree, then the felling cut leaving a
hinge for the felling direction.
• Beware of any falling branches after felling operations.
• Beware of wood splinters when cutting chopped wood.
• Ensure your chainsaw is suitable for the job.
• Never work above shoulder level or reach out to cut a branch: ensure you have
stable footing at all times.
• Do not operate in a hazardous location. Such areas include where there is a risk
of explosion of petrol fumes, leaking gas or explosive dust.
• Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases, smoke or fumes could reach
dangerous concentrations.
• Protect your tool. This chainsaw is NOT WEATHERPROOF and should not be
exposed to direct sunlight, high ambient temperature and damp, wet or high
humidity conditions.
• Take care not to spill fuel. When refuelling the chainsaw ensure that the motor
has been switched off. Prevent the spilling of fuel as this may also ignite with
the hot motor. Never refuel whilst the engine running.
• Be careful where you store the chainsaw. Store the tool in a dry area away from
flammable liquids.
• Keep your distance. The chainsaw emits exhaust fumes. Ensure bystanders keep
a safe distance.
• Operating instructions and instructions for common cutting tasks, including the
use of personal protection equipment, the need for adequate training and the
risks involved when operating the unit while tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
Note.
Tree felling should not be attempted by un-trained operators.