
EN 16
FZP 56516-B
Operating the saw
The height from which to drop the saw depends on the length of the chain bar. If the brake does not work, the saw
must be taken to an authorised repair facility for repair and adjustment.
If the brake is applied during operation, release the throttle lever and let the engine idle. Otherwise, the running
engine would cause the clutch disc to overheat, which could lead to damage to the saw.
Persons intending to operate the chainsaw for the first time are required to seek advice from a qualified chainsaw
operator on chainsaw operation and safety before starting work.
The first work with the saw should be based on cutting the prepared logs placed on the saw-horse.
The basic principles of occupational safety must be observed during work. The possibility of the saw rebounding
towards the operator must also be taken into account. The saw can rebound towards the operator if the cutting
chain meets resistance. To minimise this risk, attention must be paid to the position of the tip of the bar during
cutting. It is not permitted to cut using the top quarter of the tip of the bar. (XIII)
You only need to cut with that part of the chain that slides along the bottom of the bar. The lower spike of the
bumper can be used as a catch point for the saw's axis of rotation when cutting through wood. (XIV)
Only put the saw to the wood to be cut when it is already running. If the saw has already been put to the wood, do
not run it in this position. Do not raise the saw to shoulder level or higher while working. (XV)
Do not stand in the plane of the cut. This reduces the risk of injury in the event of the saw rebounding. (XVI)
Always hold the saw with both hands while working.
Always make sure the chain is sharp and properly tensioned.
USEFUL TIPS FOR WORKING WITH THE SAW
When cutting, you need to adopt a suitable position and ensure complete freedom of movement.
Branches should not be cut close to the trunk, but at a distance of about 15 cm from the trunk. Two notches
should be made at a depth of 1/3 of the diameter of the branch, about 8 cm apart. One notch from the bottom,
one from the top. Then cut the branch close to the trunk to a depth equal to 1/3 of the branch diameter. Finish
cutting the branches close to the trunk towards the top. It is not allowed to cut branches from below. (XVII)
When felling a tree, the site must first be prepared as described in section 6.4. In addition, it is necessary to
prepare a safe base for cutting the tree.
In the event of a tree fall, move to a safe distance to the side of the plane of the falling tree.
Factors such as the nature of the terrain, the tree's centre of gravity, the distribution of the tree's crown and the
wind direction must be taken into account when selecting the direction of the tree's fall. To properly prepare the
tree for felling, a notch must be made in the trunk to a depth of 1/3 of the diameter of the trunk on the side where
the tree is to fall, and then another notch at a 45 degree angle to the first notch so that a “wedge” is cut out of the
trunk. From the opposite side of the trunk, start cutting the main cut perpendicular to the trunk axis and slightly
higher (approx. 4 cm) than the base of the cut “wedge”. The trunk must not be cut completely. It is necessary
to leave a section of about 1/10 of the trunk diameter. Then plant a wedge in the cut to split the wood from the
opposite side to the intended direction of the tree's fall. (XVIII)
If a tree falls during the cutting process, the saw must be pulled out of the trunk and move away to a safe
distance via the escape route.
If the saw is pinched while cutting the trunk, it is never allowed to leave the saw in this position with the engine
running. The saw motor must be switched off and the wedges used to release the pinched saw.
When cutting a felled tree into pieces, the following principles must be observed:
Place the wood on a saw-horse or pedestal so that the pieces to be cut can fall freely to the ground without
causing the saw to pinch. If the saw is pinched, proceed as described above.
It is not allowed to touch the ground with the chain or bar and it must not be allowed to become soiled.
The use of the saw for shaping hedges or cutting shrubs is prohibited.