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GENERAL BEHAVIOUR
Always hold the chainsaw firmly with both hands. Front grip with the left hand and the rear grip with the right
hand. Hold the chainsaw on the right-side of your body, during use.
Ensure the electrical power cord is located to the rear, away from the chain and the wood being cut,
positioned so that it cannot be caught on branches or the like during cutting.
Use the chainsaw only with secure footing.
The chain must be running at full speed before it makes contact with the wood.
Use the metal spike on the front of the chainsaw, to secure the machine onto the wood before starting to cut.
Reset the gripping spike at a low point when sawing thicker logs, by pulling the chainsaw, slightly backwards,
until the gripping spike release and reposition at a lower level to continue sawing. Do not remove the chainsaw
completely from the wood.
Do not force the chain whilst cutting, let the chain do the work, using the gripping spike to apply minimal
leverage pressure.
Do not operate the chainsaw with arms fully extended or attempt to saw areas which are difficult to reach, or
on a ladder. Never use the chainsaw above shoulder height.
Sawing is optimized when the chain speed remains steady during cutting. Beware when reaching the end of
the cut. The weight of the saw may change unexpectedly, as it cuts free from the wood. Accidents can occur to
the legs and feet. Always remove the saw from a wood cut while the saw is running.
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