Additional Safety Rules For Petrol Chainsaws - ALDI 53942 User Manual

4. Power tool use and care
a. Do not force the power tools. Use the correct power tool for your

Additional safety rules for Petrol Chainsaws

application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was designed.
a. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it "on" and
"off" . Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
• Never cut into the ground.
dangerous and must be repaired.
• Never cut into wire fences.
a. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery
pack from the power tool before making any adjustments,
• Never cut into saplings.
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive
• Never cut into prepared wood.
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Use the chainsaw to cut only wood.
a. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not
• It is advisable to provide a support for the chainsaw when cutting
allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions
branches. Do not cut using the bar point and beware of branches
to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
under tension.
untrained users.
• Children under 18 must not use chainsaws.
a. Maintain power tools with care. Check for misalignment or binding
• Keep people away from the chainsaw when in use.
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may
• Check the following conditions before beginning work:
affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
– There should be no people in the felling area.
power tools.
– Make sure there is a second person within calling distance.
a. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting
– The working area should be free from obstacles.
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
• Wear suitable clothes which do not hinder movement.
to control.
• Use specific protection during operations involving head, hands, feet,
a. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance
eyes and ears.
with these instructions, taking into account the working
• It is recommended the use of a helmet with a visor during felling, branch
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
cutting and chopping operations.
operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous
• Wear gloves with an external protection when using the chainsaw.
situation.
• Use ear protection to prevent hearing injuries.
• Wear safety boots when using the chainsaw.
• During transport the brake must be applied to avoid accidental start-up.
• Do not use the chainsaw in rainy or windy conditions or in poor light.
• Find a suitable position before beginning work.
• When working on slopes, the saw operator must stand beside or above
the wood to cut, i.e. felled trees.
• Use the chainsaw holding it firmly with both hands.
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