Safety Notes - Westfalia GM BK 4545 Instruction Manual

Please note the following safety notes to avoid
malfunctions, damage or physical injury:
 Please note all warning symbols. The symbols indicate
instructions which are important for safety reasons. Always
observe these instructions as failure to do so could result in
serious injury!
 Keep the manual always ready to hand when working with the
gasoline chain saw.
 Children and persons with limited physical, sensorial or
mental abilities are not allowed to use the chain saw. The
gasoline chain saw may only be operated by briefed persons.
 Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area. Bystand-
ers should keep a minimum distance of 10 m when you start
or operate the chain saw.
 Do not use the unit when your reactivity is affected by alcohol
consumption, medication, drugs, illness or when you are tired.
One moment of inattention when operating the unit can cause
severe injuries.
 Only use the gasoline chain saw as indicated in this manual
for cutting wood or objects made of wood. It is not allowed to
cut metal, plastics or other material that is not made of wood
with the gasoline chain saw.
 Do not use the chain saw as a lever for lifting, moving or
splitting objects.
 Do not operate the chain saw at temperatures below 10° C.
 Observe all accident prevention regulations.
 Cutting with the gasoline chain saw when standing on a
ladder, in a tree or in any other instable places in not allowed.
Do not cut with the chain saw above shoulder height and
never operate the saw with one hand.
 Always use caution when handling fuel. Fuel is highly
flammable and can cause serious injury or property damage.

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