Guard Against Kickback - Daewoo DCS2512 User Manual

• Always follow the safety regulations. The chain saw must
only be used for cutting wood. It is forbidden to cut other
types of material. Vibrations and kickback vary with different
materials and the requirements of the safety regulations
would not be respected. Do not use the chain saw as a lever
for lifting, moving or splitting objects. Do not lock it over
fixed stands. It is forbidden to hitch tools or applications to
the PTO other than those specified by the manufacturer.
• It is not necessary to force the saw into the cut. Apply only light pressure while running the engine
at full throttle.
• When the saw chain is caught in the cut, do not attempt to pull it out by force, but use a wedge or
a lever to open the way.
• If the guide bar and saw chain becomes caught in wood while operating it, stop the engine.
Do not pry the handle with excessive force. Use a wedge to remove the chain instead.

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK

This saw is equipped with a chain brake that will stop
the chain in the event of kickback if operating properly.
You must check the chain brake operation before each usage by running
the saw at full the throttle for I - 2 seconds and pushing the front
hand guard forward. The chain should stop immediately with the
engine at full speed. If the chain is slow to stop or does not stop, replace
the brake band and clutch G drum before use. B
• It is extremely important that the chain brake be checked for proper
operation before each use and that the chain be sharp in order to maintain
the kickback safety level of this saw. Removal of the safety devices,
inadequate maintenance, or incorrect replacement of the bar or chain
may increase the risk ot serious personal injury due to kickback.
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