operator can lose control of the saw and be
seriously or fatally injured.
► Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
► Operate the saw as described in this instruc‐
tion manual.
► Keep the guide bar straight in the cut.
► Apply the spiked bumper properly.
► Always cut with the chain running at full
speed.
4.9.3 Pushback
The saw is pushed back toward the operator
when the top of the bar is used for cutting.
WARNING
■ If the rotating chain makes contact with a hard
object and is suddenly pinched, the saw can
be abruptly pushed back toward the operator.
The operator can lose control of the saw and
be seriously or fatally injured.
►
Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
► Operate the saw as described in this instruc‐
tion manual.
► Keep the guide bar straight in the cut.
► Always cut with the chain running at full
speed.
4.10 Transporting
WARNING
■
The saw may turn over or shift during trans‐
port. This can result in serious injuries and
damage to property.
►
Shut off the engine.
► Engage the chain brake.
► Adjust the depth limiter so that it completely
covers the guide bar.
► Secure the chainsaw with lashing straps or a
net to prevent it turning over and moving.
■
The muffler and engine may be hot after a
period of operation. There is a risk of burn
injuries.
► Carry the saw by holding the front handle in
your right hand with the guide bar pointing to
the rear.
4.11 Storing
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of a chainsaw and can be seri‐
ously injured.
►
Shut off the engine.
► Engage the chain brake.
► Fit the scabbard so that it completely covers
the guide bar.
► Store the saw out of the reach of children.
■ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts
on the saw and metal components. This can
damage the saw.
►
Store the saw in a clean and dry condition.
4.12 Cleaning, Maintenance and
Repair
WARNING
■
The saw chain can start up unintentionally if
the engine is running during cleaning, mainte‐
nance or repair operations. This may result in
serious injury to people and damage to prop‐
erty.
►
Shut off the engine.
► Engage the chain brake.
■ The muffler and engine may be hot after a
period of operation. This can result in burn
injuries.
►
Wait until the muffler and engine cool down.
■ Aggressive cleaning agents, a water jet or
pointed objects can damage the chainsaw,
guide bar and saw chain. If the chainsaw,
guide bar or saw chain are not cleaned cor‐
rectly, components may no longer function
properly or safety devices may be rendered
inoperative. They may cause serious injury to
persons.
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