FERREX CSP50 - Residual Risks and Dangers

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Safety information
■ Each of these reactions can lead to you losing control of the saw and possibly suering a
serious injury. Never rely solely on the safety equipment integrated in the chainsaw. As a
chainsaw user, take various measures to work without accidents and injuries.
Kick-back is the result of incorrect or decient use. It can be prevented by suitable precau-
tionary measures, as described in the following:
■ Hold the saw rmly with both hands, with the thumbs and ngers enclosing the chainsaw
handles. Bring your body and arms into a position in which you can absorb the kickback
forces. If suitable measures are implemented, the operator will be able to withstand the
kick-back forces. Never let go of the chainsaw (see g. D).
■ Avoid an unusual body stance and never saw above shoulder height. This will help to avoid
unintentional contact with the guide bar tip, and enable improved control of the chainsaw in
unexpected situations.
■ Always use replacement guide bars and saw chains prescribed by the manufacturer. In-
correct replacement guide bars and saw chains may cause the saw chain to break and/or
lead to kick-back.
■ Adhere to the instructions of the manufacturer when sharpening and maintaining the
saw chain. If the depth limiter is too low, this increases the tendency towards kick-back.
■ Do not saw with the tip of the guide bar. There is a risk of kick-back.
■ Make sure that there are no nails or metal pieces in the cutting area. Pay special attention
to nails or pieces of iron around the cutting area. Also be careful when sawing hardwoods
where the chain can get caught. This can cause kick-back.
■ Start cutting at full power and always keep the chainsaw at maximum speed while sawing.
■ Make sure that there are no objects on the oor that you can trip over..
6.9 Residual risks
m DANGER
RISK OF INJURY !
Contact with the saw chain can lead to fatal cuts.
Never touch the saw chain with your hands while it is running.
RISK OF KICK-BACK !
Kick-back can lead to fatal cuts.
DANGER OF BURNING !
The chain and guide bar heat up during operation.