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OPERATION
PREPARATION
Before each use, check the following items to ensure safe working conditions.
CHAIN SAW: before beginning work, inspect the chain saw for damage to the housing, the extension cord, the
saw chain and the guide bar. Never use an obviously damaged machine.
OIL TANK: check the fill level of the oil tank. Also check whether there is sufficient oil available while working.
Never operate the saw if there is no oil or the oil level has dropped below the minimum oil level mark in order
to prevent damage to the chain saw. On average, an oil filling is sufficient for approximately 10 minutes of cutting
operation (depending the duration of pauses and the density of the workpiece).
SAW CHAIN: check the tension of the saw and the condition of the blades. The sharper the saw chain is, the
easier and more manageable operations will be. The same applies to chain tension. Check the tension every 10
minutes of operation to maximize safety. New saw chains in particular are subject to changes due to the heat cre-
ated by operation.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: make absolutely sure to wear the appropriate close-fitting protective clothing such
as protective pants, gloves and safety shoes. Wear a safety helmet with integrated hearing protection and a face
guard to provide protection against falling and recoiling branches.
SAFETY WARNINGS
1. In order to ensure safe work, do not operate the saw above shoulder height.
2. Never stand below a branch that is being sawed.
3. Exercise caution when sawing both branches under tension or branches that are splintering.
4. Make sure to safe guard against the risk of injury from falling branches and flying wood projectiles.
5. If the machine is in operation, keep persons and animals away from the danger area.
6. The machine is not protected against electric shock when coming into contact with high-voltage lines. Maintain
a minimum clearance of 30 feet from current-carrying power lines to avoid life-threatening electric shock.
7. When working on an incline, always stand above or to the side of the branch being sawed.
8. Allow the chain to cut for you. Keep the saw running at full speed for the entire duration of the cut.
ON/OFF SWITCH
To turn the tool ON: press the safety button (Fig. I - 1) and
then squeeze the trigger (Fig. I - 2). After the tool has started,
you can release the safety switch without turning the tool off.
To turn the tool OFF: release the trigger switch (Fig. I - 2).
Fig. I
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