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Do not operate a chain saw in a tree.
Operation
of a chain saw while up in a tree may result in
personal injury.
Always keep proper footing and operate the
chain saw only when standing on fixed, secure
and level surface.
Slippery or unstable surfaces
such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or
control of the chain saw.
When cutting a limb that is under tension be
alert for spring back.
When the tension in the
wood fibres is released the spring loaded limb may
strike the operator and/or throw the chain saw out
of control.
Use extreme caution when cutting brush and
saplings.
The slender material may catch the saw
chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off
balance.
Carry the chain saw by the front handle with the
chain saw switched off and away from your
body. When transporting or storing the chain
saw always fit the guide bar cover.
Proper
handling of the chain saw will reduce the likelihood
of accidental contact with the moving saw chain.
Follow instructions for lubricating, chain
tensioning and changing accessories.
Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may
either break or increase the chance for kickback.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease.
Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing
loss of control.
Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for
purposes not intended. For example: do not use
chain saw for cutting plastic, masonry or non-
wood building materials.
Use of the chain saw for
operations different than intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
Causes and prevention of back-kicks:
-
A back-kick can occur when
the tip of the guide rail touches
an object, or if the wood bends
and the sawing chain
becomes jammed in the cut.
- In some cases, contact with the guide rail can
cause an unexpected reaction to the rear,
whereby the guide rail is knocked upwards in the
direction of the user.
-
Jamming of the sawing
chain on the upper edge of
the guide rail can cause the
rail to be pushed rapidly
towards the operator.
- Each of these reactions can cause you to lose
control over the saw and possibly result in a
serious injury. Please do not rely solely on the
safety devices integrated in the chainsaw. As a
chainsaw user, you should take several precau-
tions to ensure work is accident- and injury-free.
A back-kick is the result of incorrect or unspecified
use of the saw. It can be prevented if suitable
precautionary measures are taken as described
below.
•
Hold the saw firmly in both hands and make
sure that thumbs and fingers are around the
handle of the chainsaw. Move you and arms
into such a position that you are able to resist
back-kick forces.
If suitable measures have
been taken, the machine operator will be able to
master the back-kick forces. Never let go of the
chainsaw.
•
Avoid abnormal postures and never cut
above shoulder height.
Such measures help
avoid inadvertent contact with the rail tip and
permit better control of the chainsaw in unex-
pected situations.
•
Always use the replacement rails and sawing
chains specified by the manufacturer.
Incor-
rect replacement rails and sawing chains can
result in a torn chain or back-kicks.
•
Always observe the instructions of the manu-
facturer for sharpening and maintenance of
the sawing chain.
if depth limiters are too low,
this increases the tendency to back-kick.
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If the pronged stop of the
chainsaw is not placed
against the wood to be cut
and - when cutting at the
lower edge of the cutter - the
sword jams, or if the
chainsaw meets a hard object in the wood, the
chainsaw can be pulled forward.
For this reason, whenever possible, always place
the pronged stop of the machine against the
wood.
Caution ! There is a risk of injury when
working with the machine.
Wear eye protection.
Wear ear protectors.
Remove the plug from the mains imme-
diately if the cable is damaged or
severed.
The chainsaw must not be used in the
rain. Never leave the machine outdoors
in rainy weather!
When working with the chainsaw, wear working
gloves, suitable footwear, leg protection, eye and
ear protectors.
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