Working - Stihl MS 462 Instruction Manual

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4.8

Working

4.8.1 Sawing
WARNING
￭ Always work within calling distance of others
► in case help is needed.
￭ If the engine is not started properly, the user may lose
control of the chainsaw. This can result in serious injuries.
► Start the engine as described in this instruction manual.
► If the saw chain is touching the ground or objects: Do
not start the engine.
￭ The user cannot concentrate on the work in certain
situations. The user can lose control of the saw, trip or fall
and be seriously injured.
► Work calmly and carefully.
► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use your saw.
► Operate the chain saw alone.
► Do not work above shoulder height.
► Watch out for obstacles.
► Stand on the ground while working and keep a good
balance. If it is necessary to work at heights: Use a lift
bucket or a safe platform.
► If you begin to feel tired: Take a break.
￭ Exhaust gas is produced when the engine is running.
Breathing in exhaust gas can have toxic effects.
► Avoid inhaling exhaust gas.
► Operate the chainsaw is a well ventilated location.
► In the event of nausea, headache, visual disturbances,
problems with hearing or dizziness: Stop work and seek
medical advice.
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￭ The user's ability to hear and assess noises is restricted
when wearing hearing protection with the engine running.
► Work calmly and carefully.
￭ The user will not be able to control the chainsaw properly
if it is operated with the Master Control lever in the
position . This can result in serious injuries.
► Move the Master Control lever to position .
► Start the engine as described in this instruction manual.
￭ Do not accelerate the engine with the chain brake
engaged since this can damage the chain brake.
► Disengage the chain brake before you start cutting.
￭ The rotating saw chain can cut the operator. This can
result in serious injuries.
► Do not touch the rotating saw chain.
► If the saw chain is blocked by an object: Shut off the
engine and engage the chain brake. Then remove the
object causing the blockage.
￭ The rotating chain becomes hot and expands. If the chain
is not lubricated sufficiently and retensioned, it can come
off the guide bar or break. This can result in serious
injuries and damage to property.
► Use special chain oil.
► Check chain tension regularly during cutting work. If
chain tension is insufficient: Tension the chain.
￭ If the behavior of the saw changes during operation or
feels unusual, it may no longer be in a safe condition. This
can result in serious injuries and damage to property.
► Stop work and contact your STIHL dealer for
assistance.
￭ Saw vibrations may occur during operation.
► Wear gloves.
► Take regular breaks.
► If signs of circulation problems occur: Seek medical
advice.
4 Safety Precautions
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