Instruction manual

MS 201 T
English
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– Never attempt to modify the controls
or safety devices in any way.
– Keep the handles dry and clean –
free from oil and pitch – for safe
control of the chainsaw.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, do
not operate your saw if it is damaged or
not properly assembled.
Start the engine.
Starting the saw in a tree is very
dangerous since the user may lose
control of the machine – risk of injury.
The tree surgery saw should be
checked, fueled, started and warmed up
by an assistant on the ground before it is
transported up to the operator in the
tree.
To reduce risk of chain rotation and
personal injury, lock the chain with the
chain brake before starting.
Start the engine at least 3 meters from
the fueling spot, outdoors only.
Place the unit on firm ground in an open
area. Make sure you have good balance
and secure footing. Hold the unit
securely. The cutting attachment must
be clear of the ground and all other
obstructions because it may begin to run
when the engine starts.
The chainsaw is a one-person saw. Do
not allow other persons in the work area
– even when starting.
Do not attempt to start the saw when the
saw chain is in a cut.
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing. To avoid
slipping, take special care when the bark
is wet.
Use the tree surgery chainsaw with one
hand only:
– if two-handed cutting is not possible
and
– if one hand is required for support
during the cut and
– if the saw is held firmly and
– if all parts of your body are clear of
the cutting attachment.
During one-handed cutting:
– never support yourself on the limb
being cut
– never cut with the bar nose
– never attempt to hold falling limbs
During Operation
When working in the tree, always secure
the chainsaw with a rope – tie it to the
ring and attach it to the lifeline. Always
engage the chain brake before letting
the chainsaw hang by the rope.
In the event of impending danger or in
an emergency, switch off the engine
immediately by moving the Master
Control / stop switch to 0 or STOP.
Your power tool is designed to be
operated by one person only. Do not
allow other persons in the work area.
Never leave a running machine
unattended.
When the engine is running: Note that
the chain continues to rotate for a short
period after you let go of the throttle
trigger (flywheel effect).
To reduce the risk of
accidents and injuries,
always hold your saw
firmly with both hands:
Right hand on the control
handle, even if you are
left-handed. To ensure
safe control, wrap your
fingers tightly around
both handles.
One-handed operation is
particularly dangerous,
e.g. when cutting dry,
knotty and dead wood,
the chain may not enter
the cut properly. The
resultant reactive forces
may cause the saw to
skate or bounce on the
limb and slide out of
control. This increases
the risk of serious or even
fatal injury.
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