GENERAL BEHAVIOUR
Always hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands. Front grip with the left hand and the rear grip with the right
hand. Hold the chainsaw on the right-side of your body, during use.
Ensure the electrical power cord is located to the rear, away from the chain and the wood being cut,
positioned so that it cannot be caught on branches or the like during cutting.
Use the chainsaw only with secure footing.
The chain must be running at full speed before it makes contact with the wood.
Use the metal spike on the front of the chainsaw, to secure the machine onto the wood before starting to cut.
Reset the gripping spike at a low point when sawing thicker logs, by pulling the chainsaw, slightly backwards,
until the gripping spike release and reposition at a lower level to continue sawing. Do not remove the chainsaw
completely from the wood.
Do not force the chain whilst cutting, let the chain do the work, using the gripping spike to apply minimal
leverage pressure.
Do not operate the chainsaw with arms fully extended or attempt to saw areas which are difficult to reach, or
on a ladder. Never use the chainsaw above shoulder height.
Sawing is optimized when the chain speed remains steady during cutting. Beware when reaching the end of
the cut. The weight of the saw may change unexpectedly, as it cuts free from the wood. Accidents can occur to
the legs and feet. Always remove the saw from a wood cut while the saw is running.
CUTTING
PRIOR TO CUTTING, IS THE OIL RESERVOIR FILLED?
Check the oil level gauge prior to starting & regularly during operation.
Refill the oil tank when the level is low.
A full oil tank, will last approximately 16 minutes, depending on sawing intensity and stops.
IS THE CHAIN LUBRICATED SUFFICIENTLY?
A correct operation of the automatic oiler can be checked by running the chainsaw and pointing the tip of the
chain bar, towards a piece of cardboard or paper positioned on the ground
CAUTION: Do not touch the ground with the chain. Ensure safety clearance of 20cm minimum.
If an increasing oil pattern appears, the automatic oiler is operating correctly.
If there is no oil pattern, despite a full oil reservoir, see the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
IS THE CHAIN TENSION IN ORDER AND THE CHAIN SHARP?
Check a new chain’s tension, every 10 minutes during initial operation. During the first uses, a new chain can
lengthen considerably.
The condition of the chain influences the cutting performance of the machine.
Only a sharp chain protects the chainsaw from overload.
ARE YOU WEARING THE SUITABLE & NECESSARY PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT?
Whenever the machine is in use, safety glasses/goggles must be worn to safeguard against flying objects.
Hearing protection must also be used to protect the operators hearing.
If the operator is working in an area where there is a risk of falling objects, a safety helmet must also be worn.
Wear boots with saw protection, steel-toe cap and non- slip sole.
Suitable chainsaw protection gloves are also recommended.
Adequate protective clothing will reduce personal injury from flying debris or accidental contact with the saw
chain.
KICKBACK
Kickback is the sudden backward/upward motion of the chainsaw, occurring when the chain (at the tip of the
chain bar) comes into contact with a log or wood, or when the chain becomes jammed.
When Kickback occurs, the chainsaw reacts unpredictably and can cause severe injuries to the operator or
bystanders.
To avoid Kickback:
- Saw with the guide bar at a flat angle
- Never work with a loose, widely stretched or heavily worn out chain.
- Ensure the chain is sharpened correctly.
- Never saw above shoulder height.
- Never work with the tip of the guide bar.
- Always hold the chainsaw firmly with two hands.
- Always use a low kickback chain.
- Apply the metal spike for leverage.
- Ensure correct chain tension.
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