Full Product Manual
Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar
rapidly back towards the operator.
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. As a chain saw user, you should take several steps to keep
your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or
conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the chain saw 1.
handles, with both hands on the saw and position your body and arm to
allow you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by
the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the chain saw.
Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps2.
prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the chain saw in
unexpected situations.
Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer.3.
Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or
kickback.
Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for4.
the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased
kickback.
8. Vibration and noise reduction
To reduce the impact of noise and vibration emission, limit the time of operation,
use low-vibration and low-noise operating modes as well as wear personal
protective equipment.
Take the following points into account to minimise the vibration and noise
exposure risks:
1. Only use the product as intended by its design and these instructions.
2. Ensure that the product is in good condition and well maintained.
3. Use correct attachments for the product and ensure they are in good
condition.
4. Keep tight grip on the handles/gripping surface.
5. Maintain this product in accordance with these instructions and keep it well
lubricated (where appropriate).
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