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operator and/or seize control of the chainsaw.
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Take special care when cutting underg-
rowth and young trees. The thin material
can become caught in the saw chain and
whip back towards you or make you lose your
balance.
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Carry the chainsaw by the front handle
with the chainsaw switched off and the
chain facing away from the body. Always
fit the protective cover when transporting
the chainsaw or putting it into storage.
Careful handling of the chainsaw reduces the
likelihood of accidental contact with the saw
chain while it is running.
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Follow the instructions for lubrication,
chain tension and replacement of ac-
cessories. A chain which is not properly
tensioned or lubricated can either break or
increase the risk of kickback.
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Keep the handles dry, clean and free from
oil and grease. Greasy or oily handles are
slippery and will result in loss of control.
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Only use the chainsaw to cut wood. The
chain must only be used to perform the
work for which it is intended. For examp-
le: Never use the chainsaw to cut plastic
or brickwork or building materials which
are not made of wood. Use of the chainsaw
for non-intended or non-approved work can
create dangerous situations.
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When transporting the equipment, remove
the battery pack and drain the chain oil from
the tank.
Causes of and ways to avoid recoil
Recoil can occur if the tip of the chain bar touches
an item or if the wood bends and jams the saw
chain in the cut.
In many cases contact with the bar tip can result
in an unexpected reaction aimed backwards in
which the chain bar is catapulted upwards to-
wards the operator.
Jamming the saw chain on the top of the chain
bar can catapult the bar towards the operator at
high speed.
Any of these reactions can result in you losing
control over the saw and possibly suff ering seri-
ous injuries. You should therefore not rely totally
on the safety equipment fi tted to the chainsaw.
When using a chainsaw you should take various
precautions to enable you to work without suff e-
ring accidents or injuries.
Recoil is the result of incorrect or wrong use of
the electric tool. It can be prevented by suitable
precautions, as described below:
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Hold the saw firmly with both hands, with
fingers and thumbs gripped around the
handles. Steady yourself with your body
and arms in a position in which you can
control the kickback forces. Provided ap-
propriate measures are taken, an operator
should be capable of controlling the kickback
forces. Never let go of the chain saw.
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Avoid abnormal working postures. Never
cut above shoulder height. This prevents
accidental contact with the tip of the rail and
offers better control over the chainsaw in un-
expected situations.
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Always use the correct replacement rails
and saw chains recommended by the ma-
nufacturer. The use of incorrect replacement
rails or saw chains may result in breakage of
the chain and/or kickback.
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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
for sharpening and maintaining the saw
chain. The risk of kickback is increased if the
depth limiter is set too low.
More important information:
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Before you start felling branches: Make sure
that there is nobody within a range of at least
two and a half times the length of the branch.
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Take the weather conditions into account
when felling trees. Do not fell trees in strong
or gusting wind. Do not fell trees in frost con-
ditions or on frozen, icy ground. Do not fell
trees in rain or if visibility is poor.
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Comply with local regulations.
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Plan an escape route from falling trees or
branches in advance. Make sure that this
escape route is free of obstacles which could
restrict or prevent free movement. Keep in
mind that freshly cut grass or bark is slippery.
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Ensure that somebody is in the vicinity (but at
a safe distance) in case of an accident.
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When the chain is moving, do not let the tip
of the chain bar come into contact with any
objects.
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Start sawing only after the chain has reached
full speed.
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Never try to target a previous cut. Always start
a new cut.
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Watch out for moving branches or other
forces which could interfere with a cut and
impact with the chain.
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Never try to cut a branch with a larger diame-
ter than the cutting length of the equipment.
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Contact your local government offices for
information regarding minimum age require-
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