Operators Manual

SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS
6 – English
Cutting equipment
This section descr ibes how you can achieve maximum
clearing capacity and extend the life of the cutting
attachment through correct maintenance and using the
right type of cutting attachment.
Onl y use cutting equipment recommended by us!
See the Technical data section.
K eep the chain’s cutting teeth properly sharpened!
Follow our instructions and use the recommended
file gauge.
A damaged or badly sharpened chain
increases the risk of accidents.
Maintain the correct raker c learance! Follow our
instructions and use the recommended raker gauge.
Too large a clearance increases the risk of kickback.
K eep the chain properly tensioned! If the chain is slack
it is more likely to jump off and lead to increased wear on
the bar, chain and drive sprocket.
K eep cutting equipment well lubricated and properly
maintained!
A poorly lubricated chain is more likely to
break and lead to increased wear on the bar, chain and
drive sprocket.
Specifi cation of bar and saw
chain
When the cutting attachment supplied with y our machine
has to be replaced, because it is worn out or damaged,
you must only fit the types of bar and saw chain
recommended by us.
Guide bar
• Length (inches/cm)
• Chain pitch (inches). The spacing between the drive
links of the chain must match the spacing of the teeth
on the bar tip sprocket and drive sprocket.
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W ARNING! Never use a machine with
faulty safety equipment. The machine's
safety equipment must be checked and
maintained as described in this section.
If your machine fails any of these checks
contact your service agent to get it
repaired.
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W ARNING! Always stop the engine
before doing any work on the cutting
attachment. This continues to rotate even
after the throttle has been released.
Ensure that the cutting attachment has
stopped completely and disconnect the
spark plug cap before you start to work
on it.