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during the cutting by gripping the machine firmly with
both hands.
2.6.1.3. RECOIL
The imprisonment of the saw chain on the top of
the sword can quickly push the sword back towards
the operator.
The chain, when stopped, pushes the
mower backwards (Recoil) which, if it is not correctly
held against the branch produces an unexpected push
that can cause the user to lose control of the mower,
make it fall back and cause severe bodily damage.
Any of these reactions can cause you to lose control
of the saw that could lead to a serious bodily accident.
Do not rely exclusively on the safety devices integrated
in your mower. As a mower user, you should take
steps to eliminate the risk of accidents or injuries in
your cutting work.
These reaction forces result from misuse of the tool
and / or improper operating procedures or conditions
and can be avoided by taking the appropriate
precautions specified below:
• Hold the saw firmly with both hands with your
thumbs and fingers enclosing the grip of the saw
and position your body and arms to allow it to resist
unexpected forces. Unexpected forces can be
controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are
taken. Do not release the chain saw.
• Do not extend your arms too far. This helps prevent
involuntary contact of the limb and allows better
control of the mower in unforeseen situations.
• Always be aware of where the tip of the chain bar
is.
• Pay attention so that the tip of the bar does not
touch any object.
• Do not cut branches with the tip of the bar.
• Ensure that there is no nail or piece of metal in the
cutting area and pay special attention to nails or
pieces of iron that may be around the cutting area.
Be careful also when cutting hardwoods where the
chain can be caught causing the chain to lock and
produce rebound.
• Start cutting at full gas and always keep the
machine at full speed during cutting.
• Cut a single branch or piece of wood at a time.
• Be extremely cautious when introducing the mower
chain into a cut already started to continue.
• Do not make cuts with the mower until you are
familiar with the cutting technique.
• Do not make cuts on branches or pieces of wood
that may change position during cutting or that may
close the cut while it is being practiced.
• Keep the chain in good condition.
• Work only if the chain is well sharpened and
correctly tensioned.
• Never put yourself in the mower’s cutting plane.
• Use only spades and replacement chains
specified by the manufacturer. Spare swords and
replacement chains can cause chain breakage and
/ or recoil.
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding
the sharpening and maintenance of the saw chain.
A decrease in the level of depth gauge can lead to
an increase in setbacks.
2.7. SERVICE
Have your machine checked periodically by a qualified
repair service using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of this machine is
maintained.
