Qualcast QG-PC 4645 Original Operating Instructions page 6

When using the equipment, a few safety
precautions must be observed to avoid
injuries and damage
1. Read the operating instructions carefully and
comply with them at all times. It is important
to consult these instructions in order to
acquaint yourself with the unit, its proper use
and the important safety regulations.
2. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the
information is available at all times.
3. If you give the equipment to any other
person, make sure that you pass on these
operating instructions as well.
We can accept no liability for damage or
accidents which arise due to non-compliance
with these instructions.
1. General safety regulations
Explanation of the symbols and warning signs
on the machine
1. Read the user manual before using the
machine.
2. On all jobs performed with the saw you must
always wear safety goggles to guard your
eyes from flying materials/objects and a
sound-proof helmet, ear plugs or the like to
protect your hearing. Wear a safety helmet if
there is a risk of objects falling on you from
above.
3. Important! Wear gloves to protect your
hands.
4. Wear safety shoes to protect your feet.
5. Warning! Danger!
6. Make sure that the chain brake is released.
Pull back the handle/chain brake before
operating.
7. Noise emission complies with Directive
2000/14/EC!
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Helpline No. UK 0151 649 1500 / IRE 189 094 6244
Explanation of the pictograms for handling on
the machine
A safety sign is fitted to the chain saw's fan filter
cover. This label, along with the safety instructions
on these pages, should be carefully read before
attempting to operate this unit. Important: Picture
1/2/3 Warns about a dangerous method of
working that must not be used. Picture 4
Recommends operation for safe sawing.
Important:
1. Beware of recoil.
2. Do not hold the saw in one hand.
3. Avoid contact with the tip of the rail
(chain return point). RECOMMENDED.
4. Important: Hold the saw firmly with both
hands. Place your right hand on the rear
handle and your left hand on the front handle.
Kickback safety precautions
Warning: Kickback can lead to dangerous
loss of control of the chain saw and result in
serious or fatal injury to the saw operator or to
anyone standing close by. Always be alert.
Rotational kickback and pinch-kickback are
major chain saw operational dangers and the
leading cause of most accidents.
KICKBACK may occur when the NOSE or TIP of
the guide bar touches an object, or when
wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in
the cut. Tip contact in some cases may cause
a lightningfast reverse reaction, kicking the
guide bar up and back toward the operator.