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 incorrect 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.
Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height.
This helps prevent unintended tip contact and
enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer.
Incorrect replacement bars and
chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
Follow the manufacturers sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the
depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
Additional instructions
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It is recommended to use of a residual current device with a tripping current of 30m or less.
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WARNING! When using this type of power tool, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and injury.
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Read all instructions carefully before attempting to use this product and retain these instructions. Be
familiar with all the operations described in these operating instructions. This product must be
operated by experienced users.
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If you are giving this machine to others, please also provide them with this instruction’s manual.
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Also read all markings on the product. The symbols on the tools are explained in the manual.
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Use this machine as described in this instruction manual. It is strictly forbidden to use this tool for
applications other than those described in this manual.
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Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injuries and, in some cases, death.
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This product is intended for private domestic use only. Do not use it for commercial purposes.
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Never let people unfamiliar with these instructions or children use this product.
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National regulations may limit the use of the machine.
People under the age of 18 must not use this product
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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or risks to other persons or their
property.
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Do not use the tool if you are drunk, tired, under the influence of drugs or ill. Do not use the tool if you
are not in an adequate physical condition.
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This tool is intended for outdoor use. Never use it indoors.
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When transporting the machine:
o Secure the machine during transport to prevent, damage or injury, o Use a carrying case to protect the
cutter during transport.
