11
9
Kickback safety precautions
• Kickback may occur when the tip of the guide bar touches an object, or
when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain.
• If the bar tip or point contacts, it can produce a rapid reverse reaction,
kicking the guide bar up and back towards the operator. This is known as
rotational kickback.
• Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the
guide bar rapidly back towards the operator. This is known as pinch
kickback.
• Either of these reactions can cause loss of control of the saw, resulting in
serious personal injury.
• Do not rely exclusively on the safety devices built into your saw. Take the
following steps to help avoid accident or injury:
• Reduce the element of surprise by understanding what causes kickback.
• Keep a rm grip on the chainsaw using both hands, the right hand on
the rear handle and the left hand on the front handle when the motor is
running. A firm grip will help maintain control. Do not let go whilst the
motor is running.
• Make sure that the area of operation is free of obstructions. Do not let
the point of the guide bar contact a log, branch or any other object.
• Use high speeds when cutting.
• Do not overreach or cut above shoulder height.
• Carefully follow the sharpening and maintenance instructions given in
this manual.
• Use only replacement bars and chains specied by the manufacturer.
DANGER! BEWARE OF KICKBACK!
WARNING! Kickback can lead to dangerous loss of control of the
chainsaw and result in serious or fatal injury to the saw operator or to
anyone standing close by. Always be alert. Rotational kickback and pinch
kickback are major chainsaw operational dangers and the leading cause of
most accidents.
• Wear goggles
• Wear earmus
• Wear a breathing mask
To Next Page
Loading...
