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11. Cut wood only. Do not use chain saw for purposes
not intended. For example: do not use chain saw for
cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood building materi-
als. Use of the chain saw for operations different than
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
12. 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 upon the safety devices built into your
saw. As a chain saw user, you should take several steps
to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incor-
rect operating procedures or conditions and can be
avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
• Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers
encircling the chain saw handles, with both
hands on the saw and position your body
and arm to allow you to resist kickback
forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by
the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
Do not let go of the chain saw.
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• Do not overreach and do not cut above
shoulder height. This helps prevent unin-
tended tip contact and enables better control
of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
• Only use replacement bars and chains spec-
ified by the manufacturer. Incorrect replace-
ment bars and chains may cause chain
breakage and/or kickback.
• Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and
maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead
to increased kickback.
13. Before starting work, check that the chain
saw is in proper working order and that its
condition complies with the safety regulations.
Check in particular that:
• The chain brake is working properly;
• The run-down brake is working properly;
• The bar and the sprocket cover are fitted
correctly;
• The chain has been sharpened and ten-
sioned in accordance with the regulations.
14. Do not start the chain saw with the chain cover
being installed on it. Starting the chain saw with the
chain cover being installed on it may cause the chain
cover to thrown out forward resulting in personal injury
and damage to objects around the operator.
Additional Safety Warnings:
1. When using the tool with battery adapter,
be careful not to trip over the cord during
operation.
2. When using the tool with battery adapter, keep
the cord away from obstacles such as a work-
piece and branches during operation. The cord
caught by obstacles may cause serious injury.
Top handle chainsaw specific safety
warnings
1. This chain saw is designed especially for tree care
and surgery. The chain saw is intended to be used by
properly trained persons only. Observe all instruc-
tions, procedures and recommendations from the
relevant professional organization. Otherwise fatal
accidents may occur. It is recommend that always
using a rising platform (cherry picker, lift) for saw-
ing in trees. Rappelling techniques are extremely
dangerous and require special training. The opera-
tors must be trained to become familiar with safety
equipment usage and climbing techniques. Always
use the appropriate belts, ropes and carabiners when
working in trees. Always use restraining equipment
for both the operator and the saw.
2. Perform cleaning and maintenance before stor-
age in accordance with the instruction manual.
3. Ensure safe positioning of the chain saw during
car transportation to avoid fuel or chain oil leak-
age, damage to the tool and personal injury.
4. Regularly check the functionality of chain brake.
Do not fill the chain oil near fire. Never smoke
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when you fill the chain oil.
6. National regulation may restrict the use of the
chain saw.
7. If the equipment gets heavy impact or fall,
check the condition before continuing work.
Check the controls and safety devices for mal-
function. If there is any damage or doubt, ask
our authorized service center for the inspec-
tion and repair.
Always activate the chain brake before starting
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the chain saw.
9. Hold the saw firmly in place to avoid skating
(skid movement) or bouncing of the saw when
starting a cut.
10. At the end of the cut, be careful to keep your
balance due to the "drop".
11. Take into account the direction and speed of
the wind. Avoid sawdust and chain oil mist.
Protective equipment
1. In order to avoid head, eye, hand or foot
injuries as well as to protect your hearing the
following protective equipment must be used
during operation of the chain saw:
— The kind of clothing should be appropriate,
i. e. it should be tight-fitting but not be a
hindrance. Do not wear jewelry or clothing
which could become entangled with bushes
or shrubs. If you have long hair, always wear
a hairnet!
— It is necessary to wear a protective helmet
whenever working with the chain saw. The
protective helmet is to be checked in regu-
lar intervals for damage and is to be replaced
after 5 years at the latest. Use only approved
protective helmets.
— The face shield of the protective helmet (or
the goggles) protects against sawdust and
wood chips. During operation of the chain
saw always wear a goggle or a face shield to
prevent eye injuries.
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