
5
4.CHAIN SAW SAFETY WARNINGS
Warning! The intended use is described in
this instruction manual. Do not use the tool for
purposes not intended; for example do not use
the tool to fell trees. The use of any accessory or
aachment or performance of any operation with
this tool other than those recommended in this
instruction manual may present a risk of personal
injury.
1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the
cuing tool may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will
also make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and give the operator an electric
shock. Safety helmet with visor/goggles,
ear protectors, non-skid safety footwear,
protective bib trousers and strong leather
gloves.
2. Always position yourself out of the path of
falling branches.
3. The safe distance between a branch to be
felled and bystanders, buildings and other
objects is at least 2 1/2 times the length of
the branch. Any bystander, building or object
within this distance is at risk from being struck
by the falling branch.
4. Pre-plan a safe exit from falling trees or
branches. Ensure the exit route is clear of
obstacles that would prevent or hinder
movement. Remember wet grass and freshly
cut bark is slippery.
5. Ensure someone is nearby (but at a safe
distance) in case of an accident.
6. Do not use the tool while standing in a tree, on
a ladder or on any other unstable surface.
7. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
8. Held the tool rmly with both hands when the
motor is running.
9. Do not let the moving chain contact any
object at the tip of the guide bar.
10. Start cuing only with the chain moving at full
speed.
11. Do not aempt to enter a previous cut. Always
make a fresh cut.
12. Watch for shifting branches or other forces
that could close a cut and pinch or fall into
the chain.
13. Do not aempt to cut a branch when the
diameter of the branch exceeds the cuing
length of the tool.
14. Place the chain cover over the chain when
storing or transporting the tool.
15. Keep the saw chain sharp and properly
tensioned. Check the tension at regular
intervals.
16. Switch the tool o, allow the chain to stop
before carrying out any adjustment, servicing
or maintenance.
17. Only use genuine replacement parts and
accessories.
18. Carry the Chain saw by the handle with the
cuer blade stopped. When transporting
or storing the Chain saw component parts.
Proper handling of the Chain saw will reduce
possible personal injury and injury to others.
RESIDUAL RISK
Even with the intended use of the appliance,
there is other risk which cannot be prevented. The
following list of potential hazards should be read
and understood.
- Contact with the blade could result in serious
personal injury.
- Blade thrust may occur without warning if
the blade snags, stalls or binds. This contact
may cause the blade to stop for an instant,
and suddenly “thrust” the unit away from the
objects that was hit. Both hands must be used
at all times to control this product.
WARNING: Injuries may be caused, or
aggravated, by prolonged use of a tool. When
using any tool for prolonged periods, ensure you
take regular breaks.
WARNING: Improper maintenance, use of non-
conformant replacement components, or the
removal or modication of safety components
lead to hazards causing injuries and damage to
property.
WARNING: When working with the cuer blade
there is always a risk of kickback if the cuing
head comes into contact with a hard object!
Kickback will cause the sudden stalling of the
cuing head, which in turn results in the cuing
head being forced in the opposite direction to the
rotation of the cuer blade! Ensure that you retain
a rm grip with both hands at any sign of such
kickback, pay aention and retain a rm stance
to avoid injuries!
WARNING: Prolonged exposure to vibration can
cause injuries and neurovascular disorder (also
called “Renauds syndrom” or “white nger”),
especially to people suering from circulation
disorders. The symptoms can regard the hands,
wrists and ngers and are shown through of
sensitivity, torpor, itching, pain and discolouring
of or structural changes to the skin. These eects
can be worsened by low ambient temperatures
and/or by gripping the handgrips excessively
tightly. If the symptoms occur, the length of
time the machine is used must be reduced and a
doctor consulted.