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English (Original Instructions)
KICK-BACK
■ Kick-back may occur when the nose of the guide bar
touches an object or when the wood closes in and
pinches the saw chain in the cut. The nose of guide
bar contact in some cases may cause a lightning-fast
reverse reaction kicking the guide bar up and back
toward the operator. Pinching the saw chain along the
top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back toward the operator. Either of these reactions
may cause you to lose control of the saw which could
result in serious personal injury. Do not rely exclusively
upon the safety devices built into your saw. As a
chainsaw user, you should take several steps to keep
your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
1.
With a basic understanding of kick-back, you can
reduce or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden
surprise contributes to accidents.
2.
Keep a good firm grip on the saw with both hands
when the engine is running. Place your right hand on
the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle
with your thumbs and fingers encircling the chainsaw
handles. A firm grip together with a stiff left arm will
help you maintain control of the saw if kick-back
occurs.
3.
Make sure that the area in which you are cutting is free
from obstructions. Do not let the nose of the guide bar
contact a log, branch, fence, or any other obstruction
that could be hit while you are operating the saw.
4.
Cut at high engine speeds. Always cut with the engine
running at full speed. Fully squeeze the throttle trigger
and maintain a steady cutting speed.
5. Do not overreach or cut above chest height.
6. Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
7. Use only replacement bars and chains specified by the
manufacturer or the equivalent.
NOTE:
Refer to “Operation” in this manual for information
on kick-back and how to avoid serious personal injury.
WHITE FINGER RISKS
Prolonged use of chainsaws expose operators to harmful
vibration that may lead to white finger risks. Symptoms
include episodic blanching of fingers in response to cold,
numbness and tingling. In extreme cases, it will cause loss
of touch sensation.
Anti-vibration system does not guarantee that you will
not suffer white finger risks. Operators should observe
their hands and fingers. If the above symptoms occur,
operators should seek medical advice immediately.
SYMBOL
Some of the following symbols may be used on this
product. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to
operate the product better and safer.
Precautions that involve your safety.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must
read and understand operator’s manual
before using this product.
Wear eye, hearing and head protection
when operating this equipment.
No smoking, sparks, or open flame.
Hold and operate the saw properly with
both hands.
Do not operate the saw using only one
hand.
Engines produce carbon monoxide which
is an odorless, deadly poison. Do not
operate in an enclosed area.
Danger! Beware of kickback.
Avoid bar nose contact.
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective
gloves when handling the chainsaw.
Use unleaded petrol intended for motor
vehicle use with an octane rating of 91 [(R
+ M)/2] or higher. This product is powered
by 2-stroke cycle engine and requires pre-
mixing petrol and 2-stroke lubricant.
Keep all bystanders, especially children
and pets, at least 15 m from the operating
area.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. For service we suggest you return the product
to your nearest authorised service center for repair. When
servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
