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g) When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring
back. When the tension in the wood bres is released the spring
loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the chain saw
out of control.
h) Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The
slender material may catch the chain and be whipped toward you
pull you off balance.
i) 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 t the guide bar cover. Proper
handling of the chain saw will reduces the likelihood of accidental
contact with the moving saw chain.
j) Follow the instructions for lubrication, chain tensioning and
changing accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain
may either break or increase the chance for kickback.
k) Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy,
oily handles are slippery causing loss of control.
l) Cut wood only! Do not use chain saw for purposes not in-
tended. 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.
m) Keep the cable away from the cutting area. When working with
the tool the cable might be hidden in bushes and accidentally cut
through.
3.3. Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback:
Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an
object, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking
the guide bar up and back towards the operator.
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the
guide bar rapidly back towards 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 rely upon
the safety devices built into you saw. As a chain saw user, you should
take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
Kickback is a result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures
or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given
below:
• Maintain a rm grip, with thumbs and ngers encircling the
chain saw handles, with both hands on the saw and position
your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Kick-
back forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper percautions
are taken. Do not let go of the chain saw!
• Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This
helps prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the
chain saw in unexpected situations.
• Only use replacement bars and chains specied by the manu-
facturer. Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain
breakage and/or kickback.
3.4. Important Instructions for Your Personal Safety
A) General safety instructions
1. Never attempt to use an incomplete machine or one which an
unauthorised alteration has been implemented.
2. These devices are not designed to be operated by persons
who have insufcient experience and/or insufcient knowledge
or by persons with impaired physical, sensory or mental capa-
bilities, unless they are being supervised by a person who is
responsible for their safety or they are receiving instructions
about how these devices are to be used.
3. Children and young persons under 18 may not operate electri-
cal chainsaws, with the exception of apprentices older than 16
under the supervision of a trained adult.
4. The chainsaw may only be used by persons who have suf-
cient experience.
5. Always keep these Operating Instructions together with the
chainsaw.
6. Only lend or give this chainsaw to persons who are familiar
with its use. Also give them these Operating Instructions.
B) Instructions on using the chain saw safely
1. Attention! Read the Operating Instructions carefully and have
yourself instructed in the use of a chain saw before you use it
for the rst time.
2. Always store your electric tools in a safe place. Electric tools
not being used should be stored in a dry, inaccessible or locked
place, outside the reach of children.
3. Check the extension cable regularly and replace it if it gets
worn or damaged.
4. Check the power cable for damage or cracks every time before
you use it. Damaged cables must be replaced.
5. Always hold the chain saw with both hands while working with it.
6. The chain saw must be disconnected from the power supply
before you tighten the chain, exchange the chain or carry out
any other work on the saw. - Pull the plug!
7. During work breaks put the machine down in such a manner
that nobody is at risk.
8. When switching on the chain saw, ensure that it is supported
well and hold it rmly. The chain and bar must be free.
9. Disconnect the chainsaw from the power source if the power
cable is damaged or cut.
10. The chain saw may only be connected to socket outlets with
a ground contact and tested electrical installations. We recom-
mend the use of a residual-current-operated circuit-breaker.
The fuse must have a value of 15 A or 20 A and mustn’t be
used by other consumers while working with the chain saw.
11. The cable must be fully unwound when you use a cable reel.
12. Ensure that the power cable has no kinks and is not damaged.
13. Always position the cable so, that it will not be caught on
branches and the like, during cutting.
14. The chain saw may only be used in a completely assembled
state. No protective devices may be missing.
15. Switch the chain saw off immediately if you notice any changes
in the machine.
16. Always have a rst-aid kit at hand in case of accidents.
17. If the chain saw comes into contact with earth, stones, nails or
other foreign objects, withdraw the plug immediately and check
the chain as well as the bar.
18. Ensure that no chain oil penetrates into the earth or sewage.
Always place the chain saw on something that will absorb any
oil dripping from the bar or chain.
19. Avoid to use the chainsaw in poor weather conditions, espe-
cially if there is a risk of a thunderstorm.
C) Warning to the danger of recoil (“kickback”)
1. If possible, use a stand.
2. Always keep an eye on the bar tip.
3. Only place a running saw on the object to be cut. Never start
the machine while the chain rests on something.
4. So called piercing cuts with the bar tip may only be carried out
by trained personel.
D) Instructions on safe working techniques
1. Working on ladders, scaffoldings or trees is forbidden.
2. Ensure that the wood cannot twist while it is being cut.
3. Watch out for splintering wood. While you are sawing you may
be injured by ying wood chips.
4. Do not use the chain saw to lever or move the wood.
5. Only cut with the lower section of the saw. The saw will be
repulsed towards you if you try and cut with the upper section
of the saw.
6. Ensure that the wood is free of stones, nails or other foreign
objects.
7. We recommend that rst-time users are instructed practically
as to the correct use of the chainsaw and the required per-
sonal safety equipment by an experienced operator; the cutting
of round wood or logs should be trained on a log stand or
similar rack-type device rst.
8. Keep the running chainsaw from touching the ground or wire
fences.
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