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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Power chain saws
This power chain saw may be used only for sawing wood out
of doors. It is intended for the followung uses depending on its
class:
- Professional and mid-class:
Use on small, medium and large
trees: felling, limb removal, cutting to length, thinning.
- Hobbyklasse:
Occasional use on small trees, fruit-tree care,
felling, limb removal, cutting to length.
Unauthorised users:
Persons who are not familiar with the Instruction Manual, children,
young people, and persons under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication must not use this saw.
General precautions
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To ensure correct operation the user has to read this instruc-
tion manual
to make himself familiar with the characteristics
of the chain saw. Users insufficiently informed will endanger
themselves as well as others due to improper handling.
- It is recommended to lend the chain saw only to people who
are experienced in working with chain saws. Always hand over
the instruction manual.
- First users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to be-
come familiarized with the characteristics of engine powered
sawing or even attend a recognized course of instruction.
- Children and young persons aged under 8 years must not
be allowed to operate the chain saw. Persons over the age of
6 years may, however, use the chain saw for the purpose of
being trained as long as they are under the supervision of a
qualified trainer.
‑ Use chain saws always with the utmost care and attention.
‑ Operate the chain saw only if you are in good physical condition.
If you are tired, your attention will be reduced. Be especially
careful at the end of a working day. Perform all work calmly
and carefully. The user has to accept liability for others.
- Never use the chain saw after consumption of alcohol, drugs
or medication.
‑ A fire extinguisher must be available in the immediate vicinity
when working in easily inflammable vegetation or when it has
not rained for a long time (danger of fire).
Protective equipment
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In order to avoid head, eye, hand or foot injuries as well
as to protect your hearing the following protective equip-
ment must be used during operation of the chain saw:
‑ The kind of clothing should be appropriate, i. e. it should be
tight‑fitting but not be a hindrance. Do not wear jewellery or
clothing which could become entangled with bushes or shrubs.
If you have long hair, always wear a hairnet!
- It is necessary to wear a protective helmet whenever working
with the chain saw. The
protective helmet
() is to be checked
in regular intervals for damage and is to be replaced after 5
years at the latest. Use only approved protective helmets.
- The
face shield
() of the protective helmet (or the goggles)
protects against sawdust and wood chips. During operation of
the chain saw always wear a goggle or a face shield to prevent
eye injuries.
- Wear adequate
noise protection equipment
(ear muffs (3),
ear plugs, etc.). Octave brand analysis upon request.
- The
safety jacket
(4) is provided with special signal-coloured
shoulder straps and is comfortable and easy to care for.
- The
protective brace and bib overall
(5) is made of a nylon
fabric with 22 layers and protects against cuts. We strongly
recommend its use.
-
Protective gloves
(6) made of thick leather are part of the
prescribed equipment and must always be worn during
operation of the chain saw.
- During operation of the chain saw
safety shoes
or
safety
boots
(7) fitted with anti skid sole, steel toe caps and pro-
tection for the leg must always to be worn. Safety shoes
equipped with a protective layer provide protection against
cuts and ensure a secure footing.
