• Prolonged use of the chain-saw exposes
the operator to vibrations and may cause
“white finger” syndrome. Wear gloves and
keep your hands warm to reduce this risk. If
any “white finger” symptoms appear, seek
medical advice immediately. “White finger”
symp toms include: numbness, loss of feel
-
ing, tingling, pricking, pain, loss of strength,
changes in skin colour or condition. These
symptoms normally appear in the fingers,
hands or wrists. The risk increases at low
temperatures.
• Plan your work schedule to spread any high
vibration tool use over a number of days.
WARNING!
It takes specific training to
use the machine for felling and delimbing.
WARNING!
Keep all parts of your bo
dy away from the saw chain when the engine
is running.
WARNING!
Never cut in high wind,
bad weather, when visibility is poor or in very
high or low temperatures.
Always check the tree for dead branches
which could fall during the felling operation.
WARNING!
Do not operate the chain
saw in a tree unless specially trained to do so.
IMPORTANT
Always remember that an
incorrectly used chain-saw may disturb others and
have a serious impact on the environment.
To respect people and the environment:
– Avoid using the machine in environments or at
times of the day when it may disturb others.
– Scrupulously comply with local regulations and
provisions for the disposal of waste materials
after sawing.
– Scrupulously comply with local regulations and
provisions for the disposal of oils, damaged
parts or any elements which have a strong im-
pact on the environment.
– A certain amount of chain lubricating oil is re le-
ased into the environment when the machine is
running, so only use biodegradable oils made
specifically for this use.
– To avoid the risk of fire, do not leave the ma
chi ne with the engine hot on leaves or dry grass.
WARNING!
Always wear suitable clo-
thing when using the machine. Your dealer
can provide you with all the information on the
most suitable accident-prevention devices to
guarantee your safety.
Do not grip the handles with constant or ex
-
cessive pressure.
WARNING!
When you have reduced
speed to a minimum, it may take a few sec-
onds for the chain to stop.
IMPORTANT
If the machine does not turn
off, pull the starter to flood and stop the engine and
immediately contact the dealer to find the cause of
the problem and request necessary repairs.
WARNING!
Do not use the machine if
the chain moves when the engine is running
idle; in this case, contact your dealer.
The correct running speed will be achieved by
pressing the throttle trigger (1) as far as possible.
IMPORTANT
Avoid using the engine at full
power for the first 68 working hours.
STOPPING THE ENGINE (Fig. 10)
To stop the engine:
– Release the throttle trigger (1) and allow the
engine to run idle for a few seconds.
– Set the switch (4) to «STOP».
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