Transport And Storage; First Aid - Makita UC3520A Instruction Manual

− The front and rear hand guards protect the
user against in jury from pieces of wood
which may be thrown backwards, or a broken
saw chain.
− The trigger lockout prevents the chain saw
from being switched on accidentally.
− The chain catcher protects the user against
injury should the chain jump or break.

Transport and storage

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When the chain saw is not in use or is
being transported, withdraw the mains
plug and fit the scabbard supplied with
the saw. Never carry or transport the
saw with the saw chain running.
1. Carry the chain saw by the front handle only, with
the bar pointing backwards.
2. Keep the chain saw in a secure, dry and locked
room out of the reach of children. Do not store the
chain saw outdoors.
MAINTENANCE
1. Withdraw the plug from the socket before carrying
out any adjustments or maintenance.
2. Check the power cable regularly for damage to
the insulation.
3. Clean the chain saw regularly.
4. Have any damage to the plastic housing repaired
properly and immediately.
5. Do not use the saw if the switch trigger is not
working properly. Have it properly prepared.
6. Under no circumstances should any modifications
be made to the chain saw. Your safety is at risk.
7. Do not carry out maintenance or repair work other
than that described in this instruction manual. Any
other work must be carried out by MAKITA
Service.
8. Only use original MAKITA replacement parts and
accessories intended for your model of saw. The
use of other parts increases the risk of accident.
9. MAKITA accepts no responsibility for accidents or
damage should non-approved bars, saw chains or
other replacement parts or accessories be used.
Refer to the "Extract from the spare parts list " for
approved saw bars and chains.

First aid

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Do not work alone. Always work within
shouting distance of a second person.
1. Always keep a first-aid box to hand. Replace any
items taken from it immediately.
2. Should you request assistance in the event of an
accident, state the following:
Where did the accident happen?
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What happened?
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How many persons are injured?
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What injuries do they have?
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Who is reporting the accident?
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NOTE:
Individuals with poor circulation who are exposed to
excessive vibration may experience injury to blood
vessels or the nervous system.
Vibration may cause the following symptoms to occur in
the fingers, hands or wrists: "Falling asleep "(numbness),
tingling, pain, stabbing sensation, alteration of skin
colour or of the skin.
If any of these symptoms occur, see a physician!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.
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