Always have fire extinguishing tools and a
shovel available to help prevent forest fires.
Protective devices on the product
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Make sure that you regularly do the
maintenance to the product.
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The life of the product increases.
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The risk of accidents decreases.
Let an approved dealer or an approved
service center regularly examine the
product to do adjustments or repairs.
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Do not use a product with damaged
protective equipment. If the product is
damaged, speak to an approved service
center.
Stop switch
Start the engine. Make sure that the engine
stops when you move the stop switch to the
stop position.
To examine the throttle trigger lockout
1. Make sure that the trigger (B) is locked at
idle when you release the trigger lockout
(A).
A
B
2. Push the trigger lockout (A) and make sure
that it goes back to its initial position when
you release it.
3. Push the trigger (B) and make sure that it
goes back to its initial position when you
release it.
4. Start the engine, and then apply full speed.
5. Release the trigger and examine if the saw
chain stops.
6. If the saw chain turns with an idle engine,
examine the idle adjustment screw of the
carburetor.
Guard
The guard prevents objects from being ejected
in the direction of the operator. The guard also
prevents accidental touch between the
operator and the saw chain.
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Make sure that the guard is permitted for
operation in combination with the product.
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Do not use the product without the guard.
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Make sure that the guard is not damaged.
Replace the guard if it is worn or has
cracks.
Fuel safety
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Do not start the product if there is fuel or
engine oil on the product. Remove the
unwanted fuel/oil and let the product dry.
Remove unwanted fuel from the product.
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If you spill fuel on your clothing, change
clothing immediately.
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Do not get fuel on your body, it can cause
injury. If you get fuel on your body, use a
soap and water to remove the fuel.
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Do not start the engine if you spill oil or fuel
on the product or on your body.
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Do not start the product if the engine has a
leak. Examine the engine for leaks
regularly.
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Be careful with fuel. Fuel is flammable and
the fumes are explosive and can cause
injuries or death.
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Do not breathe in the fuel fumes, it can
cause injury. Make sure that there is a
sufficient airflow.
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Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
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Do not put warm objects near the fuel or
the engine.
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Do not add the fuel when the engine is on.
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Make sure that the engine is cool before
you refuel.
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Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap
slowly and release the pressure carefully.
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Do not add fuel to the engine in an indoor
area. Not sufficient airflow can cause injury
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