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cases, lead to an unexpected rearwards reaction
resulting in the guide rail flying upwards towards
the operator .
• Kickbacks can occur if the tip of the guide rail
touches an object or if the wood bends and the
saw chain gets caught in the cut.
• If the saw chain jams in the upper edge of the
guide rail, the rail can kick back violently towards
the operator.
• Any such reaction can lead to you losing control
over the saw and possibly injuring yourself. Do
not rely solely on the chainsaw's built-in safety
devices. As the user of a chainsaw, you can take
a number of measures to avoid accidents and
injury. A kickback is caused by incorrect use
or misuse. It can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as given below.
• Hold the saw firmly with both hands, with your
thumb and fingers around the handles of the
chainsaw. Hold your body and arms in a position
in which you can withstand kickback forces. If
suitable measures are taken, the operator can
control the recoil forces. Never let go of the
chainsaw.
• Avoid an abnormal posture and do not
saw above shoulder height. This will prevent
inadvertent contact with the tip of the rail
and allows a better control of the chainsaw in
unexpected situations.
• Always use the replacement rails and saw
chains specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect
replacement rails and saw chains can lead to a
tearing of the saw chain and/or kickback.
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions for
sharpening and mainten-ance of the saw chain.
Setting the depth stop too low can increase the
risk of kickback.
• Do not saw with the tip of the blade. This can
lead to kickback.
• Ensure that there are no objects on the ground
that you can trip over.
Operational safety instructions for the
strimmer
Preparation
• Wear close-fitting clothes that oer good
protection, such as long trousers, sturdy work
shoes, heavy-duty protective gloves, a hard hat,
a protective mask for your face or safety goggles
to protect your eyes and good ear plugs or some
other hearing protection against noise.
• Always use the enclosed shoulder strap.
• Always ensure that the handles are dry and
clean and that no petrol mixture is present. •
Before working, check the area for objects such
as pieces of metal, bottles, stones, etc, which
could get thrown up and cause injuries to the
user.
• Before starting the engine, make sure that the
strimmer is not in contact with any obstacles.
• Do not use the appliance until you have
familiarised yourself with its use.Electrical safety
• Never use the appliance near highly flammable
liquids or gases, either in closed rooms or in the
open. This may result in explosions and/or fire.
• Do not work with a damaged or incomplete
appliance or an appli-ance that has been
modified without the consent of the
manufacturer. Never use the unit with defective
protective equipment. Do not use the appliance
if it has a defective on/o switch. If the appliance
has been dropped, check for significant damage
or defects.Personal safety
• This appliance may only be operated, adjusted
and maintained by appropriately trained
individuals and adults.
• If you are not familiar with the appliance,
practice handling the appliance while the engine
is o.
• Do not touch the exhaust.
• Do not operate the appliance under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Always hold the appliance with both hands.
Your thumbs and fingers should encircle the
handles.
• Work posture: Do not operate the appliance
in an uncomfortable position, when you are
unbalanced, with arms fully stretched or with
only one hand.
• Always ensure that you have a solid and firm
stance.
• Do not use the appliance if spectators or
animals are in the direct vicin-ity. Maintain a
minimum distance of 15 metres between the
operator and other people or animals when
trimming. Maintain a minimum dis-tance of 30
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