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4) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
personnel using only identical replacement parts
.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
Additional safety rules for petrol chain saws
NOTE
.
For safety reasons the chain saw is shipped with
the chain brake fully engaged. This brake must be released
before the saw becomes operational.
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Never cut into the ground.
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Never cut into wire fences.
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Never cut into samplings.
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Never cut into prepared wood.
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Use the chain saw to cut only wood.
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It is advisable to provide a support for the chain saw
when cutting branches. Do not cut using the bar point
and beware of branches under tension.
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Children under 18 must not use chain saws.
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Keep people away from the chain saw when in use.
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Check the following conditions before beginning work:
– There should be no people in the felling area.
– Make sure there is a second person within
calling distance.
– The working area should be free from obstacles.
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Wear suitable clothes which do not hinder movement.
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Use specific protection during operations involving head,
hands, feet, eyes and ears.
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It is recommended the use of a helmet with a visor during
felling, branch cutting and chopping operations.
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Wear gloves with an external protection when using the
chain saw.
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Use ear protection to prevent hearing injuries.
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Wear safety boots when using the chain saw.
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Use the bar cover when moving the chain saw away from
the working site.
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During transport the brake must be applied to avoid
accidental start-up.
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Do not use the chain saw in rainy or windy conditions or
in poor light.
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Find a suitable position before beginning work.
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When working on slopes, the saw operator must stand
beside or above the wood to cut, i.e. felled trees.
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Use the chain saw holding it firmly with both hands.
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Make a wedge-shaped cut before felling the tree, then
the felling cut leaving a hinge for the felling direction.
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Beware of any falling branches after felling operations.
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Beware of wood splinters when cutting chopped wood.
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Ensure your chain saw is suitable for the job.
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Never work above shoulder level or reach out to cut a
branch: ensure you have stable footing at all times.
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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.
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Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases, smoke
or fumes could reach dangerous concentrations.
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Protect your tool. This chain is
NOT WEATHERPROOF
and should not be exposed to direct sunlight, high
ambient temperature and damp, wet or high humidity
conditions.
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Take care not to spill fuel. When refuelling the chain saw
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.
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Be careful where you store the chain saw. Store the tool
in a dry area away from flammable liquids.
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Keep your distance. The chain saw emits exhaust fumes.
Ensure bystanders keep a safe distance.
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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.
