Working Behavior/Method Of Working - Dolmar ES-2140 A Instruction Manual

- Pay attention to the diameter of the extension cable. When using
a cable roll the cable should be completely wound off. Use only
extension cords that meet the speciÞ cations in "Technical data".
If using the saw out of doors make sure that the extension cord is
approved for such use.
- Before starting work the electric chain saw must be checked
for perfect function and operating safety according to the
prescriptions.
Check especially the function of the chain brake, the correct mounting
of the guide bar, the correct sharpening and tightening of the saw
chain, the Þ rm mounting of the sprocket guard, the easy motion of the
power switch, the function of the locking button, the good mechanical
condition of cable and plug and the cleanliness and dryness of the
handles.
- Put the electric chain saw only into operation if it is completely as-
sembled. Never use the electric chain saw when it is not completely
assembled.
- Remove the adjusting tool before switching the saw on.
- All protective installations and guard supplied with the chain saw
during operation.
- Make sure that there are no children or other persons within the
working range. Also pay attention to any animals in the working
vicinity (6).
- Before switching on the electric chain saw ensure that you have a
safe footing.
- When switching on the electric chain saw always hold it with
both hands. Take the back handle with the right hand and the
tubular handle with the left hand. Hold the handles tightly with your
thumbs facing your Þ ngers. The bar and chain must indicate away
from your body (7).
- Switch on the saw only in the manner described in this manual. Do
not overload your saw. It will work better and more safely if you use
it within its intended performance range.
- Switch off the electric chain saw immediately if you observe a change
in its operating behavior.
CAUTION: When releasing the power switch the chain keeps
on running for a short period of time (free-wheeling).
- Protect the power cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.
- Route the power cord in such a way that in cannot get caught in
branches or other objects during sawing.- If the cable is being
damaged or cut, pull out the power supply plug immediately.
- If the sawing device is hit by stones, nails or other hard objects, pull out
the power supply plug and check the sawing device immediately
- Pull out the power supply plug before checking the chain tension,
tightening the chain, replacing it or clearing malfunctions.
- When stopping work or leaving the electric chain saw switch off the
chain saw and pull out the power supply plug. Put the electric chain
saw in a safe location to prevent danger to others.
- For reÞ lling the oil tank the power supply plug must be pulled out.
Do not smoke or light open Þ res.
- Avoid skin or eye contact with mineral oil products. Always wear
gloves when reÞ lling the oil tank.
- Take care that no chain oil oozes into the soil (environmental protec-
tion). Use an appropriate base.
- If oil has been spilt, clean the electric chain saw immediately.

Working behavior/method of working

- Do not work on your own. There must be someone around in case
of an emergency (within shouting distance).
- During sawing operation always hold the electric chain saw with
both hands. Thus you will be able to guide it safely.
- Only use the electric chain saw during good light and visibility pe-
riods. Be aware of slippery or wet areas, and of ice and snow (risk
of slipping). The risk of slipping is extremely high when working on
recently peeled wood (bark).
- Never work on unstable surfaces. Make sure that there are no
obstacles in the working area, risk of stumbling. Always ensure that
you have a safe footing.
- Never saw above your shoulder height.
- Never saw while standing on a ladder.
- Never climb up into trees to perform sawing with the electric chain
saw.
- Never bend forward by far to perform sawing.
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● device malfunction
● maintenance
● reÞ ll oil
● sharpen the saw chain
● stop
● transport
● shutdown
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