Westfalia X-SAW PRO Original Instructions Manual page 15

▪ When sawing, the base plate must always faces against the workpiece. The saw chain can
become jammed and lead to loss of control over the machine.
▪ When the cut is completed, switch off the machine and then pull the saw chain out of
the cut only after it has come to a standstill. This way you can avoid kick-back.
▪ Clamp the material to be processed well. Do not support the workpiece with your hand
or foot. Do not touch objects or the floor with the saw running. Danger of kick-back.
▪ When sawing converted timber and thin branches always use a strong support, such as
a sawing trestle. Do not stack timber pieces.
▪ Before cutting logs, secure the logs in position.
▪ When working on sloping ground, make sure to work facing upwards.
▪ Be particularly careful when cutting splintered wood. Splinters of wood can be torn along
by the saw chain and increase the risk of injury!
▪ Foreign objects such as nails, screws, metal parts, sand, etc. lead to increased wear on
the guide bar and saw chain.
▪ A blunt saw chain can cause overheating and damage to the motor.
▪ Always pull out the battery when checking the chain tension, to re-tighten it, to mount
the saw chain and to eliminate faults! Also remove the battery if you do not use the
machine
Additional Battery and Charger Safety Notes
WARNING: Li-Ion batteries, if incorrectly used, stored or charged are a fire, burn and explosion
hazard.
Use the battery charger correctly
▪ Only plug the battery charger to 230 V mains power.
▪ Refer to the section of this manual relating to use of the battery charger before
attempting to charge the battery.
▪ Do not attempt to use the charger with any batteries other than those supplied. Keep
the battery charger clean; foreign objects and dirt can cause a short circuit and block the
ventilation holes. Failure to follow these instructions may cause overheating or fire.
▪ Allow batteries to cool for 15 minutes after charging or heavy use. Failure to follow these
instructions may cause overheating or fire.
▪ Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable
for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
Charge the lithium-ion battery only with the supplied charger or a charger specifically
designed for this item.
▪ Use the machine only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
▪ If the power cord of the charger is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
an authorised service workshop or a specialist before use.
▪ Keep the battery out of reach of children.
▪ When not in use batteries should be stored at room temperature (approx. 20° C).
▪ When battery is not in use, make sure the battery cannot be shorted accidentally. Keep
the battery clean at all times. Keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from
one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a
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temporarily.