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l)
Do not attempt to fell a tree until you have an understanding of the risks and how to avoid them.
Serious injury could occur to the operator or bystanders while felling a tree.
m)
This chain saw is not intended for tree felling.
than intended could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
2) Causes and operator prevention of kickback
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Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when the
wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
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Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up
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and back towards the operator.
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Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back
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towards the operator.
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Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in
serious personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw.
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As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from
accident or injury.
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Kickback is the result of chain saw misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or
conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
a)
Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw handles, with both hands
on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the
chain saw.
b) Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps prevent unintended tip
contact and enables better control of the chain saw in unexpected situations.
c) Only use replacement guide bars and saw chains specified by the manufacturer.
Incorrect replacement guide bars and saw chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
d) Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
3) General chain saw safety warnings
a) Follow all instructions when clearing jammed material, storing or servicing the chain
saw. Make sure the switch is off and the battery pack is removed. Unexpected actuation of the
chain saw while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.
1.3 ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
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First-time user should, as a minimum, practice cutting logs on a saw-horse or cradle.
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Wear protective gloves, protective helmet, ocular protection, hearing protection and a
protective mask.
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This chain saw is not suitable for tree felling.
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Do not operate the chain saw without lubrication. Use a lubricant for lubricating the blade.
Use only recommended lubricants (ask advice to your dealer or our service agent).
1.4 SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY-OPERATED TOOLS
1) Ensure that the tool is switched off before inserting the battery. Inserting a battery into a tool
that is switched on may result in accidents.
Use of the chain saw for operations different
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Kickback
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