Operation Manual

Information about these operating instructions - Notational conventions used in the operating instructions

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1. Information about these operating instructions

These operating instructions are an integral part of the equipment.

They contain important information and instructions for handling the equipment. Always follow

any specified safety regulations and instructions, as they are a prerequisite for ensuring that

you work safely with the equipment.

These operating instructions must be kept available at the place of use of the equipment at

all times, and they must be read carefully by everybody who works on or with the equipment

(including for maintenance, care and repairs).

1.1 Notational conventions used in the operating instructions

Symbols for warnings and instructions used in the operating instructions:

Danger! Failure to comply with the instructions could cause accidents with potentially life-

threatening injuries.

Caution! Failure to comply with the instructions could result in damage to the equipment

or other material damage.

Carefully read the operating instructions. This applies before taking the equipment into

operation for the first time and before any maintenance, assembly or cleaning work.

Always wear the prescribed clothing. Refer also to the notes in Chapter 2.3, "Prescribed

work clothing".

Always wear sturdy shoes with good grip, preferably special safety shoes.

Wear safety gloves. This applies to all work with, or on, the equipment.

Before starting the engine, put on ear defenders and a visor.

Switch off the engine - set the stop switch to "Stop".

Smoking is prohibited anywhere near the power tool and in the location where it is

refuelled.

Keep the power tool and fuel canisters away from naked flames.

- The power tool generates exhaust gases;

and

- petrol vapours are toxic;

! Do not start the engine or refuel the tool in enclosed rooms.

Activating the chain brake: Press the hand protection forwards towards the guide rail (see

Chapter 3.9, "Chain brake")

Release the chain brake and pull the hand protection back towards the front handle see

Chapter 3.9, "Chain brake").

Caution: Kickback

It is very important that you read the warnings in Chapter 6, "Hazards caused by

kickback".

Important: If a symbol is presented in the middle of the page directly underneath a chapter heading

then the note or warning applies to the entire chapter.